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My Revelatory Dream of a Glorious Eschatology
I received a vivid dream in which a roundtable of key national and international leaders in the body of Christ were discussing the end [...]
How Mentoring Changed My Life
When I was new in the things of the Holy Spirit, at the height of the Jesus People and the Charismatic Movements, I found [...]
The BIG SHIFT: From Victory, Not Towards Victory
You are not a loser. I am not a loser. None of us who belong to Jesus are losers. We do not labor toward [...]
The Power of Coming into Agreement
Jesus told us to persist—continuously and tirelessly—in asking, seeking, and knocking on the doors of heaven.The New Living Translation emphasizes the ongoing action of Jesus’ [...]
First Nations Outreach
This summer, our GEM Missions mission focus is on our friends Charles and Siouxsan Robinson, founders The Red Road. They have ministered to the [...]
Removing All Common Ground with the Enemy
As a prayer warrior, would you consider yourself a good “wrestler?” Or do you run at the first sign of contention, having lost battles [...]
Praying in These 9 Locations Will Change the World
Across the world, the Spirit of God has been stirring intercessors to begin praying like this. Some pray while walking their cities, street by [...]
Exposing Demonic Gateways
Today it appears that the enemy’s fingerprints are on just about everything. We can become so accustomed to them that we allow him to carry [...]
7 Benefits of the Blood of Jesus
In the Scriptures, we can find at least seven benefits concerning what the blood of Jesus has done for us. We overcome the devil [...]
Inviting God’s Glory to Strike the Mark
I awoke suddenly out of a vibrant dream that was filled with lightning. (Although this happened years ago, I remember it as if it [...]
Releasing the 12 Sounds of Prayer
Each and every one of us has a part to play in God’s orchestra of prayer. What is your special sound? What instrument do [...]
Warring Over Your Prophetic Promises
“This command I entrust to you, Timothy, [my] son, in accordance with the prophecies previously made concerning you, that by them you fight the [...]
First Nations Outreach
As a core value of God Encounters Ministries, we practice a “Culture of Honor.” For our ministry, one biblical expression of this value comes [...]
The Judicial Courts of Heaven
“Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?” Genesis 18:25 God Presented as the Judge of All As New Testament believers in [...]
Prayer, Fire and Incense: What Goes Up Must Come Down
In January 1993, I traveled to the Czech Republic with a group of intercessors to join the believers there in “christening” their new nation [...]
The Ahab Problem & the Jehu Solution
"You [Jehu] shall strike the house of Ahab your master, that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets, and the blood [...]
Changing of the Guard: The Convergence of Prophecy and Evangelism
We are postured at yet another major crossroads in the body of Christ, which includes a strategic “Changing of the Guard." In the last five [...]
Exposing Jezebel’s Influence
We are in a Last Days battle for the true and pure prophetic to come forth. It is a battle between the demonic powers [...]
3 Vital Aspects of Testing the Spirits
Testing the spirits deals with all three aspects of discernment: revelation, interpretation, and application, although a different kind of spiritual filter needs to be [...]
Confronting and Deaf and Dumb Spirit
God wants you to hear clearly and declare the Word of the Lord freely. But there are forces of darkness that you must confront [...]
5 Prophetic Words for 2019: Fresh Bread from Heaven
What is the Word of the Lord for the New Year? Is there Fresh Bread coming down from Heaven today? What is the Holy [...]
The King’s Son Says, “I Choose You!”
Introduction from James W. GollYears ago, the Lord used a dream encounter to powerfully impact my late wife, Michal Ann. It's message today is as [...]
2019 Word of the Lord (ACPE)—Compiled by Cindy Jacobs
Introduction from James W. Goll Recently I participated in the 20th annual gathering of the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders (ACPE) in Dallas, TX. [...]
End the Year Out Right
When I look back at 2018, I am so grateful to the Lord for His loving kindness that He displays through each of you. [...]
Moving with the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit loves messes. How do I know? Because of the second verse of the Bible: “The earth was without form and void, [...]
Gifts: For You and Through You!
People’s last words are very important. They are often sharing the one thing that burns in them the most so that it will leave [...]
Proclamation: Decreeing a Thing
As watchmen and prophetic intercessors, our assignment is to scan the horizon for potential dangers, loudly and clearly proclaiming the authority of God. This was [...]
Warrior Angels: Sent to U.S. Borders
Recently I received a dream in which a large warrior angel appeared to me in the full armor of God. This was followed by [...]
Receiving Divine Insight by Praying in the Spirit
Praying in the Spirit activates the grace of God to pray perfect prayers in any situation. These prayers go beyond our own agendas and [...]
Five Prophetic Points for 2019 and Beyond
As we march into critical times, there is a dramatic escalation of activity in the Spirit world being mirrored in the natural realm. Both [...]
Israel: God’s Prophetic Calendar
Israel is once again on display before the eyes of the world. The board has been set and the pieces are moving. Throughout the [...]
The Power of Prophetic Intercession
In prophetic intercession the Spirit of God pleads the covenant promises made throughout history to be enacted in our day. This inspired form of [...]
Prayer, the Prophetic and the Supreme Court
Much of my life and ministry have been given to the convergence of prayer and the prophetic. I have seen some amazing results, but [...]
The Highest Weapon of Spiritual Warfare: God’s Brilliant Presence
Prayer—in all its forms—has played a key role in my life and ministry for years. I want to see the works of the devil [...]
GEM Missions Launches Solar Bible Project
In Honor of Michal Ann Goll Papyrus Solar Powered Audio Bibles The durable Papyrus Solar Audio Player is small enough to fit in the [...]
Deliverance Made Easy
Achieving deliverance from darkness can definitely be a battle, but by grace complete victory belongs to you, provided that you are prepared, well-clothed and [...]
It’s Time for Mary and Martha to Converge
Have you ever wrestled with whether to pray or whether to act? I propose that BOTH are needed in the body of Christ in [...]
A Powerful Encounter: Believe God and Obey Little Things
Today I was given a dream in which I relived an actual event (and powerful spiritual encounter) that took place almost 30 years ago. [...]
Your Personal Tutor for Every Situation
Have you ever needed to know which way to turn—what choice to make? Have you ever felt caught in that awful position called transition, [...]
Living Outside of the Box!
God has a word for us, “NO MORE BOXES!” God does not live in a box. He did at one time—but ever since He [...]
Thriving in a Time of Transition
We are in a time of an enormous transition in society at large with many cities and nations being weighed in the balance. This [...]
The Spirit of Deception: Seductive and Manipulative
Satan loves to deceive—it is vital that we discern. I have an urgency that is arising in my heart to blow a trumpet and [...]
Activating Your Spiritual Senses
When we surrender our senses to our Creator, He enhances them. Each of us needs to become a discerner—no matter what our personal background [...]
Test the Spirits (Because They Don’t All Serve God)
When you receive supernatural revelation, it is vital to discern—sometimes instantaneously—what to do with the revelation you receive. It is by practice that you [...]
Tell Your Heart to Sing Again
“Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord.” Psalm 31:24, NASB The state of your heart is [...]
Creating an Opening
Blowing the Roof Off the House Have you ever reached a desperation point in which you said, “I don’t care what it takes, I’ll [...]
The Prophetic 2.0: Coming Changes in the Global Prophetic Movement
Over the past century, the Holy Spirit has been poured out in movements like Azusa Street, the 1920’s Signs and Wonders, in 1948 the Latter [...]
The Season of the Suddenlies
A Recent Electric Experience After returning home from a ministry trip, I was engaged at a weekend conference in my home city of Nashville, [...]
You Can Be Fearless and Free!
“Don’t let your fears stand in the way of your dreams.” Does that statement speak to you? It sure spoke to me the first [...]
Can Man Move God’s Heart?
Pre-Conditions for Visitation Are there preliminary conditions that must be met in order for the prophetic promises of God to be unlocked? Are there [...]
7 Ways to Shorten Your Seasons of Struggle
Battle is part of the Christian life. There is a real enemy and you were born into a war. So seasons of struggle are a [...]
Satan Fights Dirty: How You Can Be Ready
You have to run over the devil before he runs over you. You are standing on a battlefield (perhaps a different one than you [...]
Your Role Is Essential — Prayer Always Precedes Revival!
Both scripture and church history give testimony to this truth — prayer always precedes revival. When a mighty outpouring of God's Spirit is poured [...]
A Call to United Prayer and Fasting for the Great Harvest!
Currently there is a global unprecedented call to united prayer and fasting unto the next Great Harvest! The prophet Amos stated plainly, "Surely the [...]
12 Common Dream Categories: How Many Have You Had?
Dreams are as diverse as the languages we speak, the clothing we wear, and the food we eat. Dreams are a communications expression of [...]
15 Essential Keys for Dream Interpretation
Walking in dream language and tapping into the mind and heart of God can be an exciting and exhilarating journey. But understanding and interpreting [...]
God Is Speaking in Your Dreams—Do You Understand What He’s Saying?
Did you know that God uses a language that is tailor made to speak directly to you? After all, He created you, so that [...]
2018 Word of the Lord (ACPE)—Compiled by Cindy Jacobs
Introduction from James W. Goll Recently I participated in the 19th annual gathering of the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders (ACPE) in Dallas, TX. [...]
What Are the Next Generation Prophets Saying?
In every generation, God raises up dread champions who have a “Voice that Can Be Heard"—these messengers carry a clear sound, marked by integrity [...]
129 Prophecies Fulfilled: Jesus as Messiah
As I compose this message, there is a growing conviction in my heart—the body of Christ needs a fresh reintroduction to Jesus as Messiah! In the [...]
2017 Year in Review
Greetings in the Powerful Name of Jesus! Looking back over this past year, it is remarkable what God has enabled us to accomplish. Thank [...]
5 Prophetic Words for 2018
As we approach 2018, these are five clear prophetic words that I hear the voice of the Lord declaring. Join me in believing that we [...]
Miracles and Gifts: What They Have in Common & How to Receive Them
I've been reflecting lately on what miracles and gifts have in common. You do not earn them. You cannot perform well enough to deserve [...]
Who Do You Say that I Am?
Who do you say that I am? This is the most important question of all time and history. Who is this man, Jesus? What [...]
Exposing the Religious and Political Spirit
The religious and political spirits are alive and well in the world today. We see their influence, but we Christians often cannot discern what [...]
4 Ways Evil Spirits Deceive—And How to Avoid Them!
Deceitful, unclean spirits are always lurking in the shadows, looking for some way to dissuade us from faithfully following God. We need to be [...]
What a Roller Coaster Ride! A Personal Update from James Goll
What a roller coaster ride! While on a ministry trip to Singapore in March 2014, for no known reason, I was hit with horrible [...]
In Turbulent Times, One Simple Choice Changes Everything!
In today’s global society we continue to see an increase of violence, rampant shootings, riots, tumultuous weather patterns, racial strife, instability in North Korea, [...]
Discernment: When Your Smallness Becomes Extraordinary
Have you ever felt like you were too small to be used by God? If so, you are in good company. God is in [...]
It’s Time to Arise and Shine!
Throughout centuries of the Church, people in each generation have looked for signs that theirs would be the one in which Christ would return. [...]
Dramatic Dream Encounters
Dreams are known as “the sleep language,” and since the time of creation God has brought divine revelation to mortal men and women while [...]
Visitation Encounters Happen Today!
There is nothing more important than an encounter with our supernatural God. One God encounter changes everything in our lives. Our priorities shift. Our [...]
Do You Know the 7 Spirits of God?
Do the 7 Spirits of God rest on you? They rested on Jesus. Do you want to walk in a greater fullness of the [...]
Let the Lion Roar! A Prophetic Intercessory Encounter
In a prophetic intercessory time with my God Encounters Ministries staff, I found myself declaring by the Holy Spirit, “It is time for the [...]
Have You Encountered a Father’s Love?
For many people today, the word father does not stir up happy thoughts of love and security, but painful memories of rejection, abuse, anger, [...]
One God Encounter Changes Everything!
Does God still supernaturally invade people's lives today? Those in modern church history would echo a resounding—YES! What would change in your life if [...]
Why Should I Be a Watchman for Israel?
As followers of Jesus Christ, we serve as watchmen for the people of God, whoever they may be—even the ones who do not yet [...]
Will You Be a Modern-Day Daniel?
In these days of division and tension, Daniel is a perfect role model of leadership and excellence as a watchman. When Daniel was exiled [...]
Simple Prayers Get Big Results
A question I am often asked goes something like this, “Why does God need our prayers anyway?” Have you ever wondered why God seems so intent on [...]
Taking a Firm Stand in Prayer
To be effective in praying for the complex situations in the world today—particularly in places like, say, the Middle East or in the volatile [...]
Dreaming with God
Did You Know That the Stars Speak? They did in Abraham’s day! The creator of the universe gave a direct and amazing word to [...]
Praying with Watchman’s Eyes: The Power of Prophetic Intercession
Prophetic intercession is near and dear to my heart. I love the way God nudges me to pray about something so that He can [...]
What Moves the Hand of God? The Power of Compassionate Weeping
What Really Moves the Hand of God? This important question has been asked throughout the ages, with a great variety of responses. Ponder it [...]
A Personal Health and Ministry Update
"He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." Job 5:7 NIV "'But I will restore you to health and heal [...]
Watch and Pray
God's Calendar Contains Divine Appointments I have a calendar on which I write down my many diverse appointments. Because I am a widower, at [...]
Praying to Hear God’s Voice
(The following is an excerpt from Chapter One: Our Need to Hear God from the book The Beginner’s Guide to Hearing God’s Voice. To [...]
Hearing God’s Voice through Journaling
Have you ever gotten amazing revelation from the Lord, but over time you forgot what He said? There are three very important steps in [...]
Values Anchored Believers
Recently I had a dream in which I heard the following, “We have had Purpose Driven Lives and now we have Presence Motivated People. But [...]
Properly Discerning the Times
“Of the sons of Issachar, men who understood the times, with knowledge of what Israel should do.” 1 Chronicles 12:32 Things are currently moving [...]
Prayer Changes Things!
Are you ready to make a difference? The recipe for enduring change is simple. It is spelled P-R-A-Y! Yes, prayer changes things and history belongs to [...]
Word of the Lord for 2017 and Beyond – Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders
Recently I participated in the 18th annual gathering of the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders (ACPE) in Dallas, TX. This group includes established international and national [...]
The Majestic Voice of God
Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned I saw seven golden lampstands; and in the middle [...]
When You Are Up Against a Wall
Have you ever “hit the wall” with no seeming way forward? How do you keep getting back up again when it appears to be set [...]
Waiting or Warring: Contending for Prophetic Promises
When God has given a prophetic promise, how are we to respond? Are we to wait for Him to bring it about in His [...]
Coming into the Light!
Can you imagine, after Adam and Eve had known God, and He knew them, how quickly the spiritual climate changed? As a result of [...]
The Best Position in Prayer: Seated with Christ
In recent months a revelatory perspective concerning prayer and intercession has deeply penetrated me. The principle of Praying from Victory and Not Towards It rests upon [...]
Why Is the Gift of Prophecy So Important?
It may surprise you to know that people who have been given the gift of prophecy do not necessarily predict future events. In fact, most [...]
We Need to Grow in Discerning of Spirits
The gift of discerning of spirits is greatly needed for the times in which we live. Since not all supernatural activity comes from the Holy [...]
10 Essential Principles of Divine Guidance
“But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, [...]
How to Overcome Satan’s 4 Favorite Tactics
You have to run over the devil before he runs over you. You are standing on a battlefield (a different one from the one you were [...]