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Joel Porter and Steve Rollnick host Motivational Interviewing & Beyond (MIB) a free monthly webinar. The MIB podcast it is the uncut and full webinar for easy listening. The conversations we facilitate are about all things and more related to Motivational Interviewing. Our aim to is ask more questions and stimulate thinking rather than provide answers and solutions The invited guests, spontaneous panelists and questions from the audience take the conversation into deep and unplanned directions.

The greatest wonders of God in American history happened in the time of Charles Finney. This time was referred to as the “Second Great Awakening” and many cities and regions felt the supernatural works performed through him for decades. However, many did not know that behind this great man stood a fervent, loyal supporter who interceded for the success of Charles Finney’s efforts. The book you now hold in your hands is the story of an incredibly anointed man by the name of Daniel Nash. He was a man of great vision, quiet by nature and extremely humble. He was best known as a mighty ...

Hotel Victory was a beacon of luxury and grandeur along the shores of Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Attracting crowds especially for the short three-month tourist season, the allure of its sumptuous accommodations surrounded by sun and water promised an unforgettable memory. The truth is that unfortunately not every story culminates in a jubilant ending; however, the life lessons we are able to take from such precipitous situations can be invaluable and formative. Through these pages, one can feel the warmth that filled this charming locale and imagine a picture of days gone by before technology took ...

Variety entertainment dominated the popular recording industry's acoustic era (pre -1925), from its beginnings in the 1890s, when records were made on wax cylinders, right up to the beginning of the jazz age in the mid-1920s. From slapstick vaudeville routines and ethnic dialect skits to romantic ballads and dramatic recitations, sound recordings brought variety entertainment into the homes of millions of Americans. The following are three recordings from the era.

In the twentieth century, the holiness movement resulted in the birth of lots of churches and also gave birth to an awesome move of God that spread all over the world. In this new era, the Lord is cultivating pure holiness in the Church, that will be powerful. This is a move of God Himself and not the efforts of mere men. It will be rich and beautiful as His shekinah glory fills the Lord’s house with smoke from the altars of heaven. The holiness that is coming focuses on the inward transformation of the individual rather than outward appearances. And as the inner man is transformed, the ...

A beautiful Bride walks through the door. The “beauty of the Lord” is upon her, and her face is bright, glistening with the light of the glory of God. Her train is very long, shimmering with brilliant rays of dazzling light. The light is so bright that her countenance is difficult to gaze upon. She is the Bride of Christ, the one who has fallen passionately in love and is eagerly awaiting the coming of her wonderful Groom. In every generation, there are a few rare individuals who break free from mediocrity and apathy to go deeper with God. His beautiful Bride is among them; she is ...

The Lord is raising up a mature Bride for Jesus Christ. She is prepared and ready to assume her position in His Kingdom. She is enveloped by the atmosphere of Heaven, and the beauty of the Lord rests upon her. When others see her, they see Jesus. She’s been so long with the Master that she begins to radiate the very glory of His presence. Yes, it’s getting darker today. Yes, there still seem to be places that are not open to the movement of the Spirit, but He is raising up a remnant Bride who carries the beauty of the Lord, changing the atmosphere as she walks into a room, no matter ...

Are you yearning for a deeper, more meaningful connection with the Lord? Do you long to dwell in His manifest presence and experience the transformative power of His Spirit? In "Sowing Into the Spirit," Steve Porter invites you on an exhilarating journey into the heart of God, revealing the secrets to cultivating an intimate relationship with the King of kings. Through vulnerable stories, scriptural insights, and practical wisdom, Steve passionately shares the keys to unlocking the door to the supernatural. From the power of fervent prayer and fasting to the art of lingering in God's ...

I want to remember a very special man by the name of Walter Buettler who had a powerful influence on the lives of so many. Walter was born in Germany in 1904. He then immigrated to the U.S. in 1925. In 1931, he graduated from the Central Bible Institute and served on the faculty at the Eastern Bible Institute from 1939 to 1972. During a campus revival in 1951, God called Beuttler to “go teach all nations,” so he traveled the world ministering the Word of God for 22 years. It was His heavenly Father who opened doors for him for teaching the knowledge of God to the uttermost parts of all ...

You are about to enter into a sacred contract with the one you love. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and imagine this moment: It's just us here, in front of the Father. Our family is assembled around us, and suddenly He appears before us -- the Lamb who was slain from ages ago...The sweet Master Jesus. The bride has been waiting with bated breath for her sweet groom. But the waiting is over -- Christ has come! The skies fill with His glory as our hearts beat with anticipation. Jesus has returned for His golden queen, ready to take what belongs to Him. I am His and He is mine -- finally...

We can be used in the ministry of sustaining! We can support and bear up a burdened soul. As they struggle, facing heartache and discouragement, we come alongside them and hold them up using an on-time word that the Lord gives them through us. In the spirit, I see many that suffer loss, but God is raising up a remnant who knows the heart of the Father who yearns to offer comfort to the suffering. The Lord greatly desires a prophetic people to become the tongue of the learned, setting aside their own personal agendas to be His mouthpiece. When we greatly desire, and ask Him for this abiding ...

In the spirit, I see the sun setting over the horizon, casting golden hues across the sky. The mature bride and mature son stand overlooking the ocean's expanse. The bride of Christ sparkles, adorned in a gown of pure white, with a diadem of precious stones crowning her head. The mature son stands beside her in his finest garb, both gazing at the beautiful scene. These Overcomers endured blistering trials that broke lesser souls. Yet, anchored in God’s presence, their faith remained unwavering. With every step, they know His manifest nearness guides them by the Lily of the Valley. They ...

My dear friend, may I offer you a divine story in lieu of my customary writing? You see, we’ve been invited to an incredibly special performance! Not just any performance, might I add, but a special theater. I have our tickets in my hand as we speak. Do you want to spend a memorable evening at a beautiful playhouse? I heard we will both be able to discover divine wisdom and new revelations right here, right now! Let’s hurry inside, as they are already turning down the lights. I don’t want either of us to stumble to our front row seats in the dark!

This essay comes from the NPR series This I Believe, which features brief personal reflections from both famous and unknown Americans. The pieces that make up the series compel listeners to rethink not only what and how they have arrived at their beliefs, but also the extent to which they share them with others.

Untold millions of teens try on their own to rid themselves of addictions, hoping to break the chains that bind them. After much effort they find themselves falling back into their old patterns. Why? Because they are tapping into their own strength rather the strength Christ has already provided. Jesus alone gives us the grace to break the chains of addiction in our lives. We live in a sad, often strange and super-toxic world. And the old serpent, Satan, works tirelessly to blur the lines between right and wrong, between good and evil. He often lures kids in with promises of new highs and ...

Musings of a Watchman isn’t just any old book; not at all. Rather, it’s for those who desire to go deep with God. It is not for those who want to maintain the status quo, staying comfortable and at ease on their spiritual journey. Author Steve Porter inspires a deeper walk that demands one’s finest, and not a faint-hearted Easy Street religion. For the bride of Christ whose heart is overflowing with love and adoration for her heavenly bridegroom, each word will be a cherished treasure. This book was written to be a mentoring tool, one of a very special collection of books, which will ...

Delivered from a fatal disease, rescued from a crocodile-infested river, and healed of emotional scars, Steve has come close to losing his life on several occasions. He faced mass rejection growing up as he was labeled an underachiever and a loser. Many thought his destiny was predictable, but the Lord had a surprise for Steve. This book shows Steve's trials transformed into triumphs. The experiences shared are mixed with a message especially for teenagers. Steve talks on their terms and breaks things down into their language. This book will impact and challenge your heart as Steve tells ...

Musings of a Watchman isn’t just any old book; not at all. Rather, it’s for those who desire to go deep with God. It is not for those who want to maintain the status quo, staying comfortable and at ease on their spiritual journey. Author Steve Porter inspires a deeper walk that demands one’s finest, and not a faint-hearted Easy Street religion. For the bride of Christ whose heart is overflowing with love and adoration for her heavenly bridegroom, each word will be a cherished treasure. This book was written to be a mentoring tool, one of a very special collection of books, which will ...