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  Meet Courtney Chapman: A Voice for Her Generation In this week’s blog, I’m honored to spotlight one of the gifted individuals who faithfully serves within the Watchmen International community. It is a joy to introduce Courtney Chapman, our dedicated Ministry Coordinator. Courtney is a woman of many roles—she’s a loving mother, daughter, sister, and most importantly, a devoted follower of Jesus. She serves with passion in the children’s ministry at Embassy City ATL and brings that same heart of service to her professional life as a paraprofessional in Special Education within Gwinnett County Schools. An aspiring educator and rising entrepreneur, Courtney is a true bridge builder for the Kingdom of God. Her life reflects a deep hunger for the presence of God and a growing boldness to share His truth with others. I believe the words she shares in this reflection will inspire you, challenge you, and remind you of just how much you matter to God. He Knows My Name: A Reflection by Cour...

Warm greetings to all our faithful readers, Have you ever felt like your soul was smoldering—full of potential but in need of a holy spark to set it aflame?  I’ll never forget the first time I experienced the fire of God within me. It was about 14 years ago during a prayer meeting, surrounded by faithful intercessors, hands joined in unity. As we prayed, one of the elder intercessors gripped my hand—and in that moment, I felt her hand ignite with a holy fire. That fire leapt into me. I was ignited. Fast forward to April 2025, while preparing for our retreat in Pennsylvania, one of our prayer leaders spoke six powerful words that stirred something deep in my spirit: “All it takes is one spark.” Those words have stayed with me ever since. And sure enough, during one of our early morning prep sessions—before the attendees even arrived—that spark showed up again. As the intercessory team pressed in, a tangible shift filled the room. Hearts were stirred, tears flowed, and the fire of ...

Warm greetings to all our faithful readers, I t’s been a while since my last blog post—life and work pulled me in many different directions, and I didn’t want to share just anything for the sake of posting. I always strive to offer something meaningful. Today, I want to share another one of those unexpected moments that happened—yes, once again—while sitting in traffic. As I looked up at the sky, I noticed the clouds moving in a ripple-like pattern. It stopped me in my tracks. In that moment, I was struck by the awe-inspiring beauty of our Creator and His handiwork. Now, you might be wondering: what do clouds have to do with prayer? I’m so glad you asked.  What I realized in that quiet moment was this: just like the clouds created a ripple across the sky, our prayers create a ripple in the spirit—moving, shaping, and revealing the depth of God’s love in ways we often can't fully see. God’s Love: A Ripple Effect Fueled by Prayer. God’s Love: A Ripple Effect Fueled by Prayer God’s l...

Scripture:  For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.  Psalm 91:11 One of the things I regularly ask God for in prayer is to begin my day with a song in my heart or a scripture to reflect on. More often than not, He answers—placing a melody on my lips that carries me through the day, reminding me of His goodness and grace. This morning, He brought to mind a powerful gospel classic by Fred Hammond: "Jesus Be a Fence All Around Me." This soul-stirring song is more than just a melody; it's a heartfelt prayer for protection, guidance, and the ever-present nearness of God. Its message holds deep spiritual and metaphorical meaning, especially when viewed through the lens of prayer. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this song so impactful. Significance of the Song: Metaphor of a Fence: A fence symbolizes safety , boundary , and protection from harm or evil. In the song, asking Jesus to "be a fence all around me every day" is a...

  “But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.” — 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NKJV) To all my followers—it's been a couple of weeks since I last blogged. Life has been full with travel and preparation for both ministry and work. But through it all, I just have to say: God is Awesome! I shared a small portion of what occurred, but I  wait to share more soon about the incredible things He’s been doing over these past few weeks. Today, though, I want to talk with you about God’s unveiled face . There’s something powerful—something deeply moving—about seeing someone’s face clearly. No barriers. No fear. No shame. In 2 Corinthians 3:12–18 , the Apostle Paul invites us into exactly that kind of encounter with God. It’s a passage rich with the language of transformation, unveiled access, and radiant glory. It reminds us: the Christian life isn’t just about k...

  "But one thing is necessary. Mary has made the right choice, and it will not be taken away from her.” – Luke 10:42 (CSB) Let me begin by sharing, the words soaking prayer are not mentioned in the bible.   However, in my opinion, soaking is a posture we can take as prayer warriors. Merriam Webster (n.d.), defines soaking as to lie immersed in liquid (such as water)  :  become saturated by or as if by immersion.     To immerse ourselves means going deeper.   Even Jeremiah 33:3 tells us to Call to me and I will answer you and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known. Going deeper!   To be able to experience a deepness with the father we have to take the time, remove the noise and soak in his presence.   What is Soaking Prayer? Soaking prayer is the practice of resting in God's presence—slowing down, being still, and allowing the Holy Spirit to minister to us. Unlike intercessory or petitionary prayer, soaking is ...