Jenine May

One of the most common struggles among believers today is hearing from God. If we're honest, most of us want God to speak in unmistakable ways. We long to hear an audible voice. We hope for a dream in the night, a vision during prayer, or a prophetic word that clearly tells us what to do, where to go, or how to solve the problem we're facing. Many believers fast. They pray. They consecrate themselves. They seek God with sincere hearts, hoping that these spiritual disciplines will sharpen...

Recently, I heard Pastor Ramsey make a statement that struck me deeply: "It's not that we aren't praying; it's that we have stopped expecting." Those words have stayed with me because if I am honest, I can understand exactly what he meant. Many believers are still praying. We still bow our heads. We still attend prayer meetings. We still bring our petitions before God. Yet somewhere along the way, expectation has diminished. Why have we stopped expecting? Perhaps it is because many...

There are seasons in ministry and relationships where God will allow people to come into your life who immediately trigger discernment in your spirit. You sense immaturity. You sense instability. You sense mixed motives. Yet at the same time, you may also feel led to make room for them anyway. This can create internal tension. “How do I discern someone’s weakness, yet still show them love?” “How do I remain kind without becoming naïve?” “How do I help people without becoming emotionally...