We often think of trials as the things that wear us down, break us, or introduce fear into our lives. But what if trials don’t put weakness in us—what if they simply reveal what was already there? Scripture shows us that the real battle we face isn’t external; it’s internal. The enemies we see on the outside often serve to expose the greater enemy within. Let’s take a deeper look at how fear, not external opposition, is often the real giant standing in our way.

I believe there is much more that God wants to do during our worship services. We’ve settled for singing a few songs and moving on, but God wants to manifest Himself! In Elijah’s day, the altar of the Lord was broken down because of idolatry. He repaired it, then called on the Lord, and fire fell. Many people want the fire to fall, however, repairing the altar preceded the fire. The altar represents worship. It’s time to repair our impaired worship, bring it back to the biblical standard, and watch as God responds in power!

What is the secret to answered prayer? Many people long to experience the power of God in their prayer life, yet they often find themselves frustrated when they don’t see immediate results. Some may wonder if God is even listening. But Scripture gives us a clear answer on how to see answered prayer…and it may not be what you expect.