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How to Pray for People in Authority
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5 May, 2022

How to Pray for People in Authority

By James Goll|2022-05-26T16:10:53-05:00May 5th, 2022|Recent Articles|2 Comments

We all know that scripture tells us to pray for those in authority. To those who possess the fear of the Lord, that is not to be taken lightly, even if we understand nothing else. But why should be pray? Who exactly is our authority? And what should we pray? Why Pray for Those in Authority? Prayers for people who are in positions of authority have high priority in the heart of God. We see this in Scriptures such as 1 Timothy 2:1–4, “I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, [...]

You Have Authority Over Demons Today

By James Goll|2020-02-13T15:36:37-06:00February 13th, 2020|Recent Articles|1 Comment

Jesus had authority over demons. Wherever Jesus went, crowds gathered. Demoniacs were often healed in those crowds. In some cases, the demons became disruptive (see Mark 3:10–11 and Luke 4:41; see also Acts 8:7, where demons shrieked in Philip’s large meetings as they were driven out of people). Most of the time, Jesus commanded the unclean spirits not to reveal His identity: “When evening came, after the sun had set, they began bringing to him all who were ill and those who were demon-possessed. And the whole city had gathered at the door. And he healed many who were ill with various [...]

The Best Position in Prayer: Seated with Christ

By James Goll|2017-04-05T13:42:26-05:00October 27th, 2016|Recent Articles|0 Comments

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 my heart and soul. I cannot get away from it. I seem to be engaged in a process that has me pondering and devoting chunks of my time in contemplative thought. So activate your heart and mind as I share some of my musings. A basic question must be addressed and answered. Where are we seated? Years ago I was on a plane sitting at a window seat while circling over New York City. The Holy Spirit [...]