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Brian Taylor was born, raised and educated in Baltimore, Maryland, and now resides in Virginia Beach, Virginia. As the son of a preacher in one of the largest Pentecostal denominations, he has had the opportunity to experience many aspects of ministry from the joys to the pains and sorrows. Now a preacher himself, Brian seeks to use every medium available to him to speak life into the lives of others. He is married to Nia and they have three children. With a passion for life and a firm faith in God, Brian has several books in the pipeline, dealing with marriage, the Church, Sickle Cell and love, and hopes to encourage, inspire, and uplift people everywhere.

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Old-fashioned Or Standard-bearer?

by Brian Taylor January 29, 2021

written by Brian Taylor

One of the hardest things for me to do is to admit that I have some thoughts and ideals that are old. Paradigms and traditions have their place, but knowing when what I believe is biblical, cultural or just a passing fad can be tricky at times. How do I balance being a standard-bearer and remaining relevant to an ever-changing culture and society? The lines between being old-fashioned and being a standard-bearer can often seem blurred.

Is it Scriptural:

The first thing we have to figure out is if the Bible speaks to a thing. The Bible to a true follower should be the final authority in every matter. This can be a hard thing for many since we often feel as though we are constricted by rules and laws, but the Bible actually frees us if we live by it as God intends and the Spirit leads.

Is it Historical:

We must also recognize that much of what is written in the Bible is a matter of history. This means that it applied at a given time and was for the day in which it was written. This can be hard for some to recognize, and people who only read instead of actually study the word will not distinguish the difference.

Is it Cultural Or Old-fashioned:

Some things are a matter of culture. The Bible in its entirety was written by Jewish men inspired by God. Much of it was also written as a result of matters that were specific to their culture. And applied directly with them. Peter and Paul both at times had to clarify things for the early Church that they were in conflict over.

Knowing all of this helps me to decipher whether what I’m holding to is a matter of old-fashioned principles. In which case I can be flexible in whether I want to hold on to it for the sake of personal integrity, or whether it’s a true biblical standard that should be upheld because it’s what’s called for as a representative of a Kingdom Principle.

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How Focused Was Your Vision in 2020?

by Brian Taylor December 30, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

Coming into the year 2020, there were many people who had expectations that it would be the year for 2020 vision. In a way, I was one of them. However, I also believed that it was a year where God was more focused on what He desired for His people to speak, as this is the Decade of the Mouth, according to the Hebraic season that we are in. I also believed that this was a year for the apostles, prophets, the pioneers, builders, and innovators. My focus on these things were not to the exclusion of 2020 vision, but with the understanding that vision was being set and solidified. It was with the understanding, also that God is transitioning His people for where our attention needs to be.

Tragically, how people chose to view the events of the year appears to also have played a significant role in how people are assessing how good or bad the year has been. There’s no mistaking that the year has been fraught with challenges. Every year has its share of them. However, this year in particular has critically revealed that many in the church either truly trust God to be who He says He is, or they have begun to see Him as far from that as one could imagine.

I’ve personally watched many of my own friends and acquaintances see and speak of God as though He were not a Savior, Healer, Deliverer, Protector, or Justifier. I’ve seen many seemingly reject God as King, Lord, or Ruler. So many are sold on Jesus as the Lamb but not as the Lion. That failing has presented a problem, not just for them but for the Body as a whole. At a time when the Church has had its greatest opportunity to build and establish itself for the cultural shift taking place across the nations, it became easy for many to listen to acolytes of darkness and prophets of doom over apostles and prophets of hope and light. As the season of vision is yielding to a season of speaking, many have kept silent, unmoving, and unphased by the spiritual warfare.

In spite of this, there have been many great signs of hope. A remnant dared to stand fast in their liberty. There were many who rallied together, like Joshua and the people of Israel around the walls of Jericho. Many chose to stand on the side of God like a people who understood the choice being presented to Israel by Elijah when he contested the prophets of Baal. We saw many in government being shouldered up by an Ekklesia that understood what it meant to be a decreeing army and governing body according to Kingdom principles.

Whichever category you find yourself in seeing the events of 2020, it will no doubt have a part in how you face the year 2021. Some will likely enter a land of promise, while others will find themselves wandering in a wilderness because they did accept the report of the Lord or His prophets. However your vision has been set during this year, it is how your mouth or voice is being either opened or closed in 2021 that will unfold the progression of your days thereafter. In the same way that vision was and is being set, so too have foundations been and are being set for what is to be built. It’s my hope that your vision has been set with hope and light that gives clarity to what God is doing.

As We Say Bye To The Year 2020, We Look Forward To The Year Ahead

by Brian Taylor November 30, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

If you’re like me, your thoughts are already turning to the year ahead. Some of you may have looked at the year 2020 wishing it were over already. Others may feel like you were blindsided by what you heard or believed that 2020 was going to be and want a do-over. I can relate to many of those feelings because I had my own expectations for the year. Yet, I also know that what God showed me still produced a great deal. Two things, in particular, were key components to what I believe God was emphasizing for the year 2020. Those two things were the call to build and the call for voices to arise.

Hope In Tough Times

In the midst of great challenges, we saw great examples of the latter. Voices like Dr. Estella Immanuel and others arose during the surge of pandemic confusion of information associated with how we should respond to it. It also was a time for business people like Mike Lindell to come center stage at a time when some businesses were called on to shift in function to help keep the country moving when others were being shut down. Then there are voices like Sean Feucht who arose with others who would proclaim that Christians and Churches would not let their worship be silenced by those who would dare to exploit and abuse their governmental authority. Even as most recently as the 2020 election we’re seeing people rise up like White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany, Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, and Attorneys Sidney Powell and Lin Wood.

The Church Goes Virtual

Many ministries found themselves shifting in the midst of the virus response by casting their nets into the virtual space. Realizing that many ministries had not previously had a dedicated online presence, this year found themselves quickly learning and acclimating to social media platforms and streaming services to remain connected to congregations and reaching a broader audience.

I also previously shared some early thoughts about the coming year 2021 as many celebrated Rosh Hashanah and the Hebraic year 5781. While I still believe that the year is going to be a time in which many voices are going to find themselves being shifted to being God led and directed, I believe that there is something greater that we will find taking place in the coming year of 2021.

The Year 2020 into 2021: Overturning

What I believe God is setting up for the coming year 2021 is a year of overturning. You’ve probably heard prophetic voices like Johnny Enlow and Hank Kunneman speaking about how we are going to see God revealing great justice. In this vein, I believe that what we’re going to see is going to be akin to Matthew 21. When Jesus was in the square, He revealed His righteous indignation. He did this to the injustice that was being perpetrated on God’s children. However, I don’t believe that what God will be unfolding will only be significant for the Church. The justice that God will begin to release will hit all seven spheres of culture.

Jesus overturned tables because the people had been taken advantage of. This is a place where people should come to expect righteousness, goodness, truth, and love. But nothing of the sort was being experienced. A place of prayer had become a den for thieves and robbers. That was such a great indictment of the religious leaders of that day.

Not Dismissing The Year 2020

The overturning that will come about in the new year will reverberate through every mountain: business, education, faith, government, media, arts & entertainment, and family. As this overturning takes place, it will be expedient for the voices that God is leading and directing to speak to become secure in their places. These voices that God is bringing forth will have to have the answers. And also the response necessary to provide context and comfort in the midst of confusion. Not every voice that arises will be readily liked or appreciated. Because they will be unfamiliar to many. This is due to the lull of the voices that had previously captivated the ears and hearts of the masses. What will be the key to the new voices will be the fruit or evidence of what comes forth. This is as a result of what is spoken.

Hold fast in the new year. Regardless of whatever your experience was like in 2020, keep looking forward. And do not be dismissive of what occurred in 2020. The year 2020 was a pivotal year to position many for what God is preparing. He has plans for His people and the nations to accomplish great things going forth. Keep praying and keep moving on to see the better days to come.

November 30, 2020 0 comment

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The Coming Of A New Golden Age

by Brian Taylor October 31, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

Last week, a friend shared a dream which she knew had prophetic significance. Although the key pieces of the dream appeared quite odd and perhaps even random, together with others, we began to see some amazing things that God wants His Church to have hope for. The new Golden Age is coming…Two things in particular drew my friend’s attention. What follows is what she shared with us what she wrote about the dream in her journal:

“I had a dream last night and it was Joe Montana going into full retirement. I realize that he has been retired for years but this was the dream. So, Joe Montana, going into full retirement, full metal jacket (that was part of the dream). In the dream, I went onto Facebook and told Johnny Enlow about it and I gave my interpretation of the dream to him on Facebook.”

Recounting Insights

From this point on, she recounts what insights she was able to draw from the dream:

“So, Montana (I already knew this because I grew up in the state of Montana) the origin of the word is Latin and it means mountain. A full metal jacket is a bullet, fully enclosed in a metal or alloy different from the one of the actual bullet. Football is obviously on the Mountain of Arts and Entertainment; Joe Montana used to be a quarterback who played most of his career with the San Francisco 49’ers. We all know that 49’ers were those miners during the California Gold Rush of 1849. Then, Joe Montana finished his career with the Kansas City Chiefs (which, personally I find significant, especially given Bob Jones’s prophecy about the Kansas City Chiefs). When Montana first started his career, he won a national championship with Notre Dame. Notre Dame means ‘Our Lady,’ which means the Virgin Mary. Montana was born in New Eagle, Pennsylvania.”

This was the essence of what has been initially shared with me and a group of other friends. As we continued through the day, God began to give me a download of what I believe God is saying in the midst of that dream. It is quite significant and has great revelation for those who have been called to the Mountain of Arts and Entertainment.

Facts To Consider

Before I jump into what God shared with me, here are some interesting facts to consider, just focusing on Joe Montana that you may not have been aware of. While it is true that he ended his career as a Kansas City Chief, he was retired as a 49er. His jersey for the Niners was 16. Sixteen carries a prophetic significance as meaning perfected love. This stands out because my friend mentioned the Prophet Bob Jones, who had a unique prophecy related to the Kansas City Chiefs. He is also someone who, prior to his passing was known for asking the question, “Did you learn to love?”

Joe Montana’s jersey was retired in 1995 when he was just 38 years of age. While this might be considered normal in the realm of a football career, the standard age for retirement is between 65-67. Currently, Montana is 64-years old. So, if there is a timetable to consider with this dream, I believe God is signaling that what he is about to do, will happen or begin within the next one to three years.

The Jacket

I must also add that initially when I heard the reference to “full metal jacket” I did not only think of the term as a reference to the weapon but the movie. The British film by Stanley Kubrick, Full Metal Jacket is a war picture that takes place during Vietnam. It had a budget of $17M dollars and earned $120M dollars. It was released in 1987. This is the same year that Steve Young would be traded from Tampa Bay to San Francisco to be a backup for Montana.

Raising Up The New Golden Age

Here’s what I believe that God is saying. I believe that what God about to do is to raise up a new “Golden Age” for those called to the Mountain of Entertainment. The Golden Age of Hollywood was known as such because it was of its financial impact, as well as the glitz and glam of those who were involved. It also signaled the transition of technology, as they moved from the silent film in the late 1910s to the 1920s and even greater in the 1960s. See the 100-year aspect of this.

I should also mention that there is another Golden Age. It is the Golden Age of Comics. The Golden Age of Comic Books ranged between 1938 to 1956. This was the period when comics shifted from western, horror, detective, crimes, romance, and science fiction themes to superhero comics. When these superhero comics burst onto the scene, they gained popularity and birthed a bevy of other comic book companies. This period also encompasses the Second World War and the beginning of the Vietnam Era. 1956 also happens to be the same year that Joe Montana was born.

Golden Age: Passing The Baton

I believe that there will be in essence a passing of the torch or baton to a new generation of people who will be clothed for acceleration and dynamic impact and influence. As one of the early reformers and expositors of the seven-mountain mandate, Johnny Enlow has often talked about a new renaissance era. This could play into that. Gold or something that is golden also emphasizes precious value. For those who are actors and actresses, one of the most honored things to receive is the golden statue. In film, it is the Academy Award. Or more commonly referred to as the Oscar. In television, there is the Emmy. In stage acting, it is the Tony. As far as gold is concerned, I don’t know if this is an aspect of the people or their character but in either case, to be considered golden is desirable.

Golden Years

Something else that I keep hearing is an American Treasure. This is a moniker of the sort that is given to someone who has had an illustrious public career. There will be some who fit this description. And they will be the torchbearers. They pass the torch to the next generation. I believe this has something to do with those who thought they were beyond the point of having influence. However, these are the ones being fitted for impact by being free to set up others to go and do. It’s almost as if they are launching them into their place of succession. Where some are often declining in their golden years, these will be strengthened and prosperous.

The Mountain of Arts and Entertainment has been a battlefield for the last 60 years. And I believe that as we are entering a new “roaring twenties”. We are going to see a shift in the fight to restore God’s glory. And a sense of luster to these creative spaces. So it honors the craft and the people who have desired to entertain and bring joy into the lives of others. Let us pray that we see God unfold this. And let’s encourage those who have the heart to take their place there.

October 31, 2020 0 comment

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To Speak or Not to Speak, Knowing When To Be Silent

by Brian Taylor October 21, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

It’s only been a few weeks since many celebrated Rosh Hashanah 2020. And we are in the Hebrew New Year 5781. In a previous post, I mentioned that this new year continues in the season of Pey. This holds an emphasis on the mouth. More specifically, it highlights our call in this season as a prophetic generation that will go boldly speak, declare, and intercede. Something else that I mentioned was that this year in particular was going to be a year where God would have preeminence and would lead and direct us in exactly what we would and should be saying.

When To Speak And When To Be Silent

As I have been dwelling on this, God began to bring to my attention this thought that this is also going to be a challenging year. For many people, the challenge will be in knowing when and when not to speak. There are times, because we are human, that we have a tendency to say whatever pops into our heads. There are others that have the opposite problem because we get a thought, an impression, or an unction but we question whether it is the right time or place to say it.

I believe that this year, there will be a great opportunity for the Holy Spirit to work in and through us to mature us so that we know when and when not to speak. Part of God leading us is a process of being submitted and accepting that we must follow His lead.

Jesus As An Example

I am reminded that Jesus had many opportunities where he could have spoken a retort or give a response to something that had been said, and instead, he remained silent. One such moment happens to be right when Jesus was brought before Pilate to be questioned (See Matthew 27:11-14). It is here that we see Jesus being accused by the chief priest and elders. When Pilate speaks, he asks Jesus if he is going to rebut their accusations, yet Jesus says nothing.

During a time when tensions are high because of the heated racial and political climate, we can feel prompted or provoked. Knowing when to speak and when not to speak takes a measure of maturity. There are times when speaking comes easily. Sometimes it’s not so easy. Finding God’s wisdom is as easy as turning to His word. Proverbs 26:4 (ESV) says, “Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you be like him yourself.”

Let The Spirit Lead You

Now, more than ever is a time where we need to remember the words in James 1:19. We need to be “quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger.” (James 1:19) Recalling God’s word gives us a place to begin so that the Holy Spirit can lead us to know when and when not to speak.

In Jesus’ case, the priests wanted to assail him with charges of blasphemy and more. When Jesus did not answer or give a defense it amazed Pilate. How we speak or don’t speak makes a great impression on the world around us. We owe it to ourselves and the world that we hope to impact with the love of God to speak as led by the Spirit. Let this be a year where God, through the Holy Spirit leads you in when to speak and when not to speak.

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Rosh Hashanah 2020 – The Year 5781

by Brian Taylor September 14, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

The Jewish Holiday Rosh Hashanah, also known as the Hebrew New Year 5781 is swiftly approaching. It seems like it was only yesterday that the Hebrew Year 5780 had just begun. And here we are once more. The year 5780 was a year that brought us into a new season and new decade. It now emphasizes a shift from the eye to the mouth. This has been significant, even as it seems that this year has been a time in which much opposition has come against the Body of Christ. Christians and the world at large do not feel free to engage their voices in the public square. Unless that is if it agrees with certain political or philosophical ideologies.

Rosh Hashanah Is Upon Us

As we move further into this decade, I believe that we can expect certain things as it relates to the Hebrew year 5781. The emphasis is still on the mouth and the ability to declare, to decree, to prophesy, and pray. However, this being the year 5781 will present emphasis in God’s leading and directing His people in exactly what to say.

This emphasis is akin to when Moses was called to go to Pharaoh to tell him to let God’s people go (see Exodus chapters 4 and 5). Moses tried to make the claim that he was not a capable speaker. God’s response was that He was the creator of Moses’ mouth and was well able to enable Moses to say what was necessary. In Exodus Chapter 4:12 God says, “Go, and I will be with your mouth, and teach you what you should say.”

God’s Chosen Voices

I believe that as we are moving towards the year 5781. And even more in 2021, it will become a moment where we shall see God’s chosen voices rise up. They will have a greater ability to speak exactly what God wants to be said. Many voices were not vocal for fear of government, public opinion, personal compromise of the gospel, fear of a loss of membership, or finances. But God is going to set afire the flames of passion and voices of justice to speak what God wants to be spoken.

I believe that those who dare to speak will find grace and favor poured out upon them. I believe that it will not only come from God but from those who have been looking for those voices. So they too have the courage and faith to speak. The will speak without fearing they were alone or wrong in how they think.

Attack On The Church

It’s interesting to note that Psalm 81:1 says “Sing aloud unto God our strength: make a joyful noise unto the God of Jacob.” For the last year, it would seem as though many have faced great spiritual warfare. It goes well beyond the fight against the COVID-19 virus. The attack against the Church and whether or not it should be viewed as “essential” put many churches in a quandary. They did not know how to both serve their congregations and engage culture. Many struggled to be good citizens and abide by the law of the land. While others saw a greater impact or resistance as the gates of hell seemed to press upon the Church.

I believe that in moving into 5781, Psalm 81 highlights the need for prophetic praise and worshipers to go forth. And to do so in the same manner in which it is said in 2 Chronicles 20:21. As God commanded them to send the praisers out before the army. This will be a year in which great proclamations and praise will take significance publicly. Expect it to be even greater than you’ve seen in recent memory. Bethel Church in Redding, California’s worship pastor Sean Feucht has been one such voice that has arisen this year. He took to the streets of Portland and other places when houses of worship became targets by extreme politics amid fears over COVID-19.

Rosh Hashanah 2020: Final Words

This is not all that I believe that we can expect as we enter Rosh Hashanah 2020. But I do believe this is something worth praying into. And we meet it with great expectancy. Those who have the faith to see it come to pass, I pray will also seek to be one of the ones that God will lead and direct through it.

September 14, 2020 0 comment

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Is California Set for A Massive Earthquake?

by Brian Taylor September 6, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

I’m quite certain, when you saw the title of this post, your immediate thought was that this is no shocker. For many in the California region, they are accustomed to thousands of earthquakes a year. In fact, according to the Unites States Geological Survey, California experiences approximately 10,000 earthquakes per year. Most are not felt and only about 15-20 of those exceed a magnitude of 4 or higher.

What kind of earthquake?

So, why ask the question of whether or not California is set for a massive earthquake? Haven’t there been countless predictions of the “big one” to come and throw California into the sea? Those may be the predictions that others have given. However, I have been feeling that a different type of earthquake is set to hit the California. Prophetically speaking, I believe that God is about to do something so profound and earthshaking, that it will be as an actual earthquake that shakes the land in and around California.

For the past few months, we’ve watched many of the challenges that have been faced in California as they were one of the earliest and hardest hit places by COVID-19. It has become a great hotbed politically, as many have had to deal with radical mandates and restrictions forced upon them in the name of health and safety. At one point, the restrictions seemed to be an attack against people of faith; Christians in particular.

If you have somehow found yourself under a rock or have chosen to avoid the news because all of it seems to be a nightmare of late, you may be unaware that there had been restrictions placed upon churches, where they were unable to gather and worship, or if they were allowed to gather, they could not sing or worship as would be customary. You may have seen the recent reports of some church leaders determined to not settle for these restrictions. At first, many chose to worship outdoors. Pastor John MacArthur and others took to the courts and sued.

I believe that this is just an early tremor to the great quake that is about to come. I believe that the quake and shaking that is coming is unlike anything that has been seen before. I believe that it will reverberate across not just California, but the entire country.

Spiritual Earthquake

In 1905-1915, California became the epicenter of a great shaking known as the Azusa Street Revival. It transformed many churches as they were reawakened to a Holy Spirit Pentecostal and Charismatic movement. In the1960’s through the 1970’s California once again became the site of another shaking. It was known as the Jesus Movement. This time, it was a move that gripped the hearts of many young people who had no previous experience or encountering with church but were in many ways gripped by a sense of being counter-culture.

I believe that these two events are precursors to a great shaking event that will occur, starting somewhere between 2020 and 2025. The shaking that I believe will not just be one of a move of the Church within the Church, but one of the Church and those outside of the Church who acknowledge a great counter-culture shift is needed that is reminiscent of the shift seen in the book of Acts where it was said, “Here are the ones who have turned the world upside down (Acts 17:6)!”

We can see clearly that Azusa was a shaking of fearless faithful men and women of faith to embrace the Holy Spirit. We can see the Jesus Movement awakened the hearts of many non-believer to find a savior that they did not previously know. I believe that this quake or shaking that is coming is a culture shift that will shift the spiritual fault lines of discord between the sacred and secular communities. I believe that a generation of earthshaking culture shifters are about to emerge to transform the landscape of the California region.

Sweeping Across The Nation

I believe that this shift will reverberate across the nation and beyond as it stirs the courage of many who are finding a wholly righteous indignation regarding the injustice that has been wrought. I believe that this stirring is not merely the revival style third great awakening that many have been proclaiming and awaiting, but the emergence of a greater reformation that has been needed for far too long.

Why California? It may be, that because California has been the place where such injustice and darkness has permeated for so long that God has determined that time for the light to break is upon us. It may be that those who have prayed for generations have finally resonated with a present generation and has stirred the ground. Whatever the case may be, I pray that we see this moment as one to press into and prepare.

Hear The Call, For The Storm Is Upon You

by Brian Taylor August 20, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

I spent a number of posts recently discussing where I believe God is leading in this season and in this decade. I have tried with everything that is in me to convey that this is the season for building. And a season of preparation for those who feel the call and leading of God to do so. With this in mind, God has been directing me of late to take another look at a familiar passage of scripture. In this passage, Jesus sent his disciples ahead of Him to cross a lake. However, He remained behind to dismiss the crowds that had gathered. Finally, He went off to the hills to pray (see Matthew 14:22-30).

The Call To Build

As I read this familiar passage, God began to relay to me a unique thought regarding this and the call to build. While reading this passage, I began to see how many are finding themselves in a precarious position. Ultimately, God has given instructions to go ahead while He is tending to a thing. How often are we in a situation where we hear clearly from God that we are to do something? Yet we have a feeling we were sent and He is somehow not with us. Then, when we’re out and making progress, a storm breaks out and it impedes our progress.

Even greater than this, is when things seem to be at the greatest degree of pressure. We see and hear something but are unsure about it. Our historical context tells us that what we think we see and hear cannot possibly be. Peter and the others, amid all of the winds and waves, see and hear Jesus walking on the water. Jesus reminds them that they have nothing to fear because He is present. We find that in that most intense moment, Peter hears the call of Jesus. He wonders to himself if he should dare to step out where Jesus is. Is it possible to walk as Jesus does? How bold of a step is it to leave the seeming safety of the boat?

The Storm Upon Us

Nationally and personally, we are being invited to step out into something that seems impossible to us at the most impractical time. The question we have to answer at this moment is, “Are we willing to get out of the boat when a storm is upon us?” Peter dared to go where others feared to tread. We are in a moment in time when God is likewise calling us to “come”. Additionally, He wants us to step out of our comfort, our place of familiarity, our place of safety, and step into the unknown and unseen.

The call to build is often a place where we have not gone before. The call is coming even at a time when all logic says “this is insane” or “this is unsafe”. Yet we must believe that if we have been called, we are not being called with the intent that God would ever tell us to do something to lead us into harm but to invite us to a greater level of faith.

Hear The Call

This is a season and time of the call to build. What have you been called to build that in your own strength, you know you can’t do? Are you willing to hearken to the call of God? Who says if you only have faith to keep your eyes on Him, He’ll bring you through? Look back as the number of those who never dared to get out of the boat. Do you want to be like them? Or like Peter who dared to dream and to believe that if I hear the call to step forth, I too can do whatever I’ve heard the call to do?

May this be a time when you are willing to hear the call of God and daring to step out of the boat. The key to it all is keeping your eye on Jesus and holding fast to your faith that what He has said, He will likewise be faithful until you to help you to perform it and bring it to pass.

August 20, 2020 0 comment

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A Builder Generation: The Preparation For Building

by Brian Taylor August 18, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

It’s is interesting to note that I have been sharing this year about this season and time for building. As I write this, I recall a conversation I was having with one of God’s anointed prophets for this day. As we were talking, God began to allow me to share some prophetic insights. He was downloading to me insights that I believe are pertinent to now. It has much to do with where we are and where we are headed. It is a new Builder Generation.

For those who may not recall, back in 2016, I shared in two separate posts about four unique generations of Americans; they are the Builders, Boomers, Busters, and Bridgers. I first learned of this distinct classification of generations through reading Thom Rainer’s book entitled The Bridger Generation: America’s Second Largest Generation, What They Believe, How to Reach Them. In that book, he identifies these four historic generations, their significance and contribution to America, and the importance to reach the generation known as the Bridger generation.

Builder Generation And Other Groups

As a refresher, let me review each generation. Beginning with the Builder Generation, they are the people who were born between the years of 1922 to 1942. This is the generation that lived through the great depression and the aftermath of the First World War. Next, is the Boomer Generation. As the name suggests, this is the generation of the vast number of births between the years of 1942 and 1962. My parents actually fall into this category. If I’m completely accurate, my father falls between the builder and boomer generation, as he was born in the overlapping year. The Boomer generation is not just known for their size, but also having gone through the Second World War.

Buster Generation

The generation that followed this is the Buster Generation. More commonly known as Generation X, these are the ones born between 1962 and 1982. This is the generation to attend desegregated schools, were the beneficiaries of the Civil Rights movement, and experience the aftermath of the Vietnam War. Finally, comes the Bridger generation born between 1982 to 2002 which is classified as the Bridger generation. This generation came through the Gulf Wars, 9/11, and are among the beginning generation of parents of those born into the 21st century.

The significance of this Bridger generation is only now being realized to its fullest. However, what I believe is the greatest thing that God is highlighting in this season in which we are in right now is that this Bridger generation is becoming the generation that will birth forth the next generation of Builders. As we are well aware, God often works through seasons and cycles.

Bridger Leaders

I believe God is signaling this Bridger generation. They are now coming of age as emerging leaders and are the very ones to birth that new Builder generation. It is interesting the country is led by a president that is a renowned builder. He’s even been affectionately referenced as the Builder in Chief, as he is working to set the country back on a track for building for the future. I believe the generation that is not just born between 2002 to 2022 but even beyond is the generation that God is raising up as the new Builder Generation. This is the generation that will do many things. They will reaffirm, reestablish, restore, and to create what has yet to be.

Time For The Builder Generation

God is calling especially for the Buster and Bridger generations to prepare these building ones. So that they have the tools necessary for building. Now more than ever, this is the time for equipping them. They will be the architects to take the generations that follow them where the nation has not yet been. Now is a time for seeking God for the blueprint plans, strategies, and ideas that will enable them to see. Write the vision for them to take it a run. Prepare the way for the new building generation.

August 18, 2020 0 comment

Faith

Preparing To Build

by Brian Taylor August 4, 2020

written by Brian Taylor

I believe God is preparing a people counting the cost of building. After you’ve counted the cost, you must also consider the ground where you intend to do your building. You’re not always guaranteed that the place where you intend to build will be a place where the ground is ready for you. This requires a survey of the land. You have to look it over for size, scope, stability, and more. Depending on where and what you’re building, it may require a deep dive into things that are not readily visible to the natural eye.

Building A Solid Foundation

You may find yourself having to speak to experts on the land, both from the government and from those who are developers. They can tell you things about the place you wish to build on that you might not have even thought of. Depending on what you are building, it may require that you excavate the land. Excavation prepares the ground by digging, dredging, or removing to create a safe place for building. Things often hide in the soil. If you don’t properly prepare the ground where you wish to build, then anything you attempt to build is susceptible to a weak foundation. Ask yourself, with what you are building, have you fully prepared the ground so that when you set to build it, it can stand?

Jesus conveys the message of the difference between a strong Christian and a weak Christian by using the example of a house being built (Matthew 7:24-27). In this parable, he notes that the one who hears the Word and acts upon it is like a house that is built upon a stable foundation. That foundation provides the structure with the ability to withstand winds and waves and remain standing. However, a person that does not hear or act upon the Word is like a house that was built upon sand. This is a shifting ground that will not support the house when the winds and waves come.

God Has Called You To Build

Whatever it is that God has called you to build, now is the time to hear God. Prepare your ground in such a way that you are well prepared to weather any storm. What resources do you need to be in place? What is your strategy for steady progress and growth? Have you considered any obstacle that might impede you?

When Nehemiah desired to build the walls of Jerusalem, he faced much opposition from his own people. Yet, he did not allow their fear and their cries to deter him. He set up people on the building project to prepare for whatever may come. This came in the form of having men with a building tool in one hand, and an instrument for fighting in the other (see Nehemiah Chapter 4).

Sometimes, everyone won’t celebrate the very thing that God says is His plan for you to build. Yet, you must be willing to build, believing that God will see you through the process. Be ready to fight for it, if necessary. There may come a time when some will assault you with lies or false rumors. Don’t let naysayers turn you away from what God said you should do. Have your heart tuned to God’s frequency to hear only Him. Let naysayers beware and watch your progress. In the end, only God’s will should be what you are concerned with. He will get the glory when you follow His leading. Stay on target and complete what He said. Now is the time for building. So, prepare and build.