P48X

This is an excerpt from a chapter of my book, P48X. This is from the chapter Lovely where I talk about my personal prophetic experiences and how they shaped my life.

Just like Moses needed Aaron and Hur to lift his hands so he could fulfill his mission, there are times when we need others to lift us up with their words and encouragement. Those words, those prophetic decrees, are like Aaron and Hur, helping to hold us steady when we’re weary. They remind us of our destiny, keep us focused on God’s promises, and give us the strength to keep going even when it feels like the battle is too much. Just as Moses needed that support to secure victory, we too need the power of uplifting words spoken into our lives to carry us through and ensure we can continue fulfilling our calling.

Scripture tells us in Proverbs 16:24 (AMP), "Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet and delightful to the soul and healing to the body." These prophetic words and encouragement nourished my spirit and gave me the strength to keep moving forward. Through these divine messages, the Lord used His people to remind me of His plans for my life. These words continue to sustain me even now, as I work on writing my book—a task that had once been prophesied over me.

When I visited Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry, I encountered someone named Rachael Pearson. At that time, I had also met incredible leaders like Bill Johnson, Brother Yuen, and Heidi Baker. Their ministries and their writings were transformational in my journey.

Bill Johnson, with his profound teaching on the supernatural lifestyle and healing, deeply impacted me. His books, such as When Heaven Invades Earth and Hosting the Presence, are treasures that have encouraged many to walk in deeper intimacy with the Holy Spirit.

Brother Yuen’s powerful testimony and teachings on the underground church in China spoke volumes about faith and perseverance. His story, especially in The Heavenly Man, resonates with those who have faced extreme trials for the sake of the gospel, showing us what it truly means to follow Christ with unwavering faith.

Heidi Baker, known for her heart for the poor and her work in Mozambique, wrote Always Enough, which reminds readers of God’s provision and how His love can transform lives, no matter the situation. Her ministry showed me how walking in love, faith, and miraculous power can change communities and nations.

Each of these leaders, through their lives, words, and books, contributed to my own journey, affirming that God has a plan for each of us, and that prophetic words and divine encounters are ways He nurtures and directs us along the way.

Rachael Pearson: Uh, okay, so you have the crazy anointing of Reinhard Bonnke. You’re gonna bring millions upon millions to Christ. You have this creative streak about you that is going to bring it in a new way, for a new way, and this new season where people are receiving Christ in different ways. It’s no longer going to be the old way. It’s going to be a new way because people have a deeper understanding of intellectual, um sorry, emotional, IQ, so you’re going to tap into that. I really believe that you are a man of integrity, of might, and of power. You have the prophetic streak about you that is so strong and so anointed. And you’re a man that will sit down and feed the nations as well. I feel like you’re a person that is really personal about it, a person that they can actually remember, a person right in front of like you can meet someone like Stephen and meet him next up, next week, and know, 'Hey, Stephen, how’s the blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.' And I really, I just release it over you. If you don’t have that already, I release more of that over you. I just believe that that is how people are going to come to Christ, because you remember who they are and the very essence of who they are. In my dreams about you, you were a person that of great wealth and great might and valor, and you’re like a knight that rode on a steed that came through the nations, bringing prosperity and joy to people’s lives, and you’re cutting off the heads of the enemy, and I just really see your heart of integrity is so obvious, and it’s so on your sleeve, and it’s such a beautiful thing. You’re also, you’re also meant to be a seer. If you’re not a seer now you are now because…I just release it on you right now, in the name of Jesus, that you will see both the angels and the demons. So you know what to go against and what you can go for. I just give you the light and the darkness. I just give you the eyes to see the light and the darkness. I just give you the ability. I just release the ability to see the one person that has got a tiny bit of belief, the mustard seed in that person, I just really believe that you’re a person that actually sees that, them really. And that is where you’ve got to bring people to Christ, and that is why you remember who they are, because your capacity and love is so huge and so anointed and so strong. It’s really awesome. And like seeing your face was like coming home to me. It was crazy. I don’t know why I had dreams about you. Maybe God anointed this, this moment right now. I have no idea that I’m still learning about that, but it’s really amazing to see you, and it was like. When you looked at me, you saw me, you saw my heart. You saw everything that I am, and not an anointed woman of God, but you saw the actual essence of who I am. You saw the person that when I was a baby. You saw the person that I am now, and you saw the person in the future. So I just, I just released more of that. I release more of that because that is man you are this man you are. This is why you remember people. This is how you get people to Christ and as that is where your prophetic nature is tapped into. That’s it.

Eric: Amen, that’s it. That’s all?

Rachael Pearson: You want more? Yeah, okay, okay, I’ll get some more. Only a little bit. Because I love you. Oh, you’ve been waiting on a few promises, haven’t you? Okay, hold out your hand. I’m prophetically giving you the keys to those promises right now. I just pray God that you just give them the strategies to open those doors at the right time in the right place. But I believe it’s really right now. It’s right now. Whoa, those really, that wasn’t even my mouth. It was Jesus. Oh, right now, right now, right now, right now, right now. Yeah, that’s why you’re here, isn’t it?

When I was at King's Cathedral, now called King's Oahu, I had an unforgettable encounter with James Goll. During the middle of the service, I was on my iPad, and James Goll stopped in the middle of his sermon, pointed at me, and said, "There, what's your name?" I responded, "Eric Schaefer." He then gave me a prophetic word that I will never forget.

Before I share what he said, let me first give you some context about who James Goll is. James Goll is a highly respected figure in the prophetic world, known for his deep spiritual insights and his ability to hear from God. He has written numerous books on the prophetic and the spiritual life, including The Seer, The Prophet, Praying with God's Heart, and The Lifestyle of a Prophet. These works have become staples in prophetic ministry and are often recommended to those who want to grow in understanding God’s voice and developing a life of intimacy with the Holy Spirit.

In the prophetic community, Goll is regarded as someone who carries immense spiritual authority, and his teachings have had a profound impact on many lives. His books are not just theoretical but are filled with practical steps for living a Spirit-led life, and his experiences with seeing visions and prophetic dreams have been widely discussed in Christian circles. His ability to articulate what God is saying to the Church has made him a trusted voice, especially for those seeking to operate in the prophetic and understand the deeper realms of God’s revelation.

His prophetic ministry is known for its accuracy and for leading people into greater depths of spiritual encounter. Many in the prophetic world look to him as a mentor and guide in discerning the voice of the Lord. His writings are filled with personal stories, biblical references, and practical applications that help believers grow in their spiritual gifts.

So, there I was, in the middle of a service at King's Cathedral, which is now called King’s Oahu, not expecting anything out of the ordinary, when James Goll stopped, pointed directly at me, and called me by name. What followed was a prophetic word that carried the same weight and depth as the books he’s written—a word that, like his many teachings, helped shape my spiritual journey.

James Goll: Fire by night…. What’s your name, right there?

Eric: I’m Eric Schaefer.

James Goll: Eric, dude, I just tell you, the Lord’s just going to give you technological understandings a little Holy Spirit tech guy, but you’re, you are. I saw the word fire by night written over your head, and you’re going to have angelic visitations are coming your way. You shall be visited by fire by night, and you will have a Luke 24 experience, where your heart is going to burn very warm, very hot. Your heart is going to burn very warm within, and it’ll be like as though you’ve just got saved, though you’ve known the Lord for some period of time, but it’ll be like as though you’ve gotten saved all over again because of baptism of Spirit and Fire is coming your way, and he’s going to turn you inside out, and you shall be a pillar of fire and a light to your generation in Jesus, name.

I started a prayer channel called The Power Prayers, a platform dedicated to reaching people through the power of prayer and intercession. Shortly after launching the channel, I had the incredible opportunity to meet a woman named Prophetess Deborah Allen. Our connection was immediate, not only because of our shared love for prayer but also because, coincidentally, she had released a prayer CD titled The Power Prayers as well.

Prophetess Deborah Allen is a powerful prophetic voice and an influential leader in ministry. She is known for her profound teachings, deep intercession, and prophetic accuracy. Over the years, she has helped guide many people in their spiritual journey, using both her prayer ministry and her prophetic insight. Her Power Prayers CD has reached countless individuals, encouraging them to step deeper into their prayer life and relationship with God. Her reputation as a passionate woman of God has opened doors for her to speak into the lives of many, and I was fortunate enough to be one of them.

We became fast friends, and our shared calling led her to invite me onto her prayer line—a place where prophetic words were spoken, and lives were transformed. Prophetess Deborah Allen often brought together other prophetic voices to join in these powerful times of intercession.

While I was in Florida, I participated in one of these prayer sessions, and it was during that time that she and others began to prophesy over me. Those prophetic words were life-changing, speaking directly into my spirit and confirming many things I had been praying about. The experience was profound and served as a pivotal moment in my spiritual journey. It showed me the power of prayer and prophetic decree and solidified the purpose behind The Power Prayers channel, which turned into its own website PowerPrayer.tv then back to YouTube as the Prayer Pharmacy and now it’s the Prayer Doctor Channel. (www.YouTube.com/PrayerDoctor)

Through that connection, Prophetess Deborah Allen reminded me of how God can use others to speak life and purpose into our destinies, and how lovely and life-giving it is when others lift us through the power of prophetic prayer.

Woman on the Phone: Minister, Eric?

Eric: Yeah

Woman on the Phone: How are you?

Eric: Awesome

Woman on the Phone: I heard the Lord say, new dimension, and it’s a contract. There’s a contract. And I hear the Lord say, yes, it’s a major contract. It’s a major deal. And the Lord said, “Yes, that’s all I heard.” That’s all I heard. Major contract, major deal.

Eric: Major contract, major deal?

Woman on the Phone: Mm, hmm. And the Lord said, “Yes.”

Eric: Amen, Hallelujah!

Woman on the Phone: There was some issues dealing with some paperwork, and God said he’s already cleared it. It’s clear. It’s a go for because there was like a decision making. It was kind of like a raffling, but there is a go. The Lord said, “Yes,” That’s all I heard, That’s all I heard, praise the Lord.

Prophetess Deborah Allen: Hallelujah, Doctor Elliot and myself, we’re going to speak the word of the Lord into your life. I’m prophetess Deborah Allen, and I hear the Lord say, for you, I hear him say, “Take the world for Jesus.” I see a globe, and as I see your name, I see a globe, and I see your name surrounding the globe, because God said He is going to take you around the world with the ministry. He said He has called you. And He said, some people, because you are young, because I sense you are young, they don’t believe that you can fulfill the mission, but God saying He has given you everything that you need to fulfill the mission. I hear the Lord say He is going to allow you to meet some people that would take you to places that you would normally not be able to go. I hear the Lord say… “I see you over in Africa. I see you in Australia. I see you in Europe. I see you in Germany. I see you broadcasting, not only on internet TV, but I see you on a national television station, that people want to be able to know who you are. I even see you on TBN, someone is going to call you for an interview, and I see you being interviewed on a station, even TBN, or something of that nature, they’re going to interview you.” And I hear the Lord say that “your music is going to reach many” and I hear God saying that “He is even doing something new in your music. He’s beginning to do some things that you say, you know, I hear God speaking to my spirit about doing this and about doing that.” And I heard God say “there’s some need for equipment, equipment.” And God said “He’s going to provide you the equipment, He said, but “be faithful.” He said, “Because the tour that you desire to go on is not a tour for personal business, but the tour is in your heart for God, you’re not just touring to be seen. You’re not touring for money, but God has given you a deep desire to win souls. I hear souls, souls, souls, and even your family, even your background. This is not… they don’t understand. They’re trying to figure out why you have such a love, why you have such a passion for ministry. But God said, don’t worry about this, because God is speaking to your father even now, and he sees some things in your life, and right now, he didn’t understand it. He couldn’t understand it. He wants you to follow his footsteps, but God said “He has you where He wants you to be.” I hear the Lord say “you are going to do some great things in this life.” I hear the Lord say “your name is going to be great. And I hear the Lord say you are going to become well known in other countries before you hit the impact of the USA, because even now, people are calling you from afar,” and I hear the Lord say that finances, and even though you have, you were telling me about the finances that you were able to introduce us to, there’s still a financial need in your life, I hear the Lord say that you can be trusted, you can be trusted, because you’re not a selfish person, you can be trusted with money. God, says, “the time is coming that you will have money coming through your hand in millions,” because he said, “you what you do, you’re doing for him." And I even see you doing, I see you doing a lot for people. You have helped a lot of ministries and gone to places. You even done concerts and left money there and spoke to people and just wouldn’t even take money. But God said, “everything you did.” He said, “I’m going to pay you back 1000 fold,” says the Spirit of the Lord. He said, “because your path has been already set in heaven and your destiny is great.” I hear the Lord say, “Do not be weary in well-doing if they don’t understand you,” God said “they didn’t understand Jesus when He walked to Earth, either, but He had a mission, and He wasn’t going to be stopped.” So God said “you will fulfill your mission if you keep your mind on Him and do not be distracted.” And God said “He will give you all the desires of your heart.” Because I just see you writing. I see you writing. And there’s a time coming that you’re going to write a book. And this is not going just to be a book of your life, but this is going to be a book that tell other ministries how to establish themselves, tell other ministries how to broaden their territory." And there’s a prophetic, there’s a prophetic gift in you, God “says you will prophesy to the nations.” God bless you, brother, Eric.

Eric: Hallelujah, yeah, I was, I was mind mapping out all you said. I just have a question. Is this, is this line being recorded? Did you record it?

Prophetess Deborah Allen: Yes, it’s recorded.

Eric: Awesome. Sweet. Yeah, I'm gonna, I'm gonna definitely grab that audio. But yeah, you hit it right on the dot, like all those things. God has spoken as to me, I really appreciate the follow up with that and just your faith and encourage me. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you

Dr. Polly Elliot: I’m prophetess, Dr. Polly Elliot, and the word that the Lord has given me to tell you: I simply see a golden ray, and out of that golden ray it’s falling on you. And the Lord said to tell you, “son, to embrace that as the wealth that only God is sending from the four corners of the earth.” He said to tell you that “He has set an open door before you.” Many will come in contact with you, but they are coming in contact with you because there is a mantle of healing that rests upon you. And the Lord said, “even as you multitask,” He says, “not only take time to write the book, but there are streams of income, and there will be many books.” The Lord said “He will use you greatly.” Not only that, He says, “your name, not only will be a household name, but there is a set time that you will go before great men.” He says to tell you to “prepare for gatherings and fellowships that will call you to just launch out and fish for souls and I hear the Lord."

After completing the Reinhard Bonnke School of Evangelism, I felt stirred to visit a place rich in both history and spiritual significance—Moravian Falls. This location holds a special place in Christian history due to the remarkable legacy of the Moravians, a group of devoted believers who committed themselves to continuous prayer for 100 years. In the early 18th century, the Moravians were part of a community led by Count Zinzendorf in Germany, and they began what is considered one of the longest prayer vigils in history. Their round-the-clock prayers fueled a revival movement that not only transformed their community but sent missionaries across the world, carrying the gospel far and wide. Moravian Falls itself, nestled in North Carolina, is now known as a place of deep spiritual significance and encounters with God. There are numerous accounts of angelic sightings and supernatural visitations in this area. Many who visit Moravian Falls speak of a profound sense of peace and divine presence that lingers there, with some even testifying to seeing angels and receiving visions. It has become a gathering place for those who seek a deeper encounter with God and desire to hear from Him in a tangible way.

One visitor described their experience at Moravian Falls by saying, 'I was praying by the waterfalls when I suddenly felt a presence next to me. When I opened my eyes, I saw what looked like a figure made of light standing beside me. I felt an overwhelming peace and knew in my spirit that it was an angel. It was as though time stopped, and I could sense the glory of God all around.' Another testimony recounts a group of intercessors who had gathered for prayer: 'We were praying together in unity, asking for God’s guidance, when a shimmering figure appeared on the other side of the room. There was no fear, only a sense of reassurance. We felt like God was affirming the prayers we were lifting up.' During my visit to Moravian Falls, I had the opportunity to attend a church service led by Pastor Steven Brooks, a well-known figure in the prophetic and charismatic circles. Steven Brooks is known for his emphasis on the supernatural and prophetic encounters with God, and his ministry has witnessed numerous testimonies of angelic visitations and divine revelation. The atmosphere in his church was filled with expectation, and as I entered, I could sense the presence of God in a tangible way.

After one of his services, Pastor Steven Brooks and his family and friends formed a circle of prayer with me. I did a freestyle rap and encouraged everyone around, and then they began to pray and prophesy over my life. One of the people in the circle prayed that I would have a divine appointment with Toby Mac. Toby Mac, born Kevin Michael McKeehan, first rose to prominence as a founding member of the trailblazing Christian rap and rock group DC Talk, alongside Michael Tait and Kevin Max. In the late 1980s and 1990s, DC Talk revolutionized Christian music, blending rap, rock, and pop with Christian themes in ways that had never been done before. Their bold sound brought Christian music into the mainstream, paving the way for faith-based artists to reach wider, more diverse audiences. Songs like 'Jesus Freak' and 'In the Light' became anthems for a generation of believers, speaking directly to their faith and struggles.

When DCTalk went on hiatus, Toby Mac began a new chapter as a solo artist, rebranding himself by adopting his childhood nickname, 'Toby,' and shortening his last name to 'Mac'—a fitting way to distinguish his solo work from the identity tied to his bandmates. This transition allowed him to develop a distinct sound that carried forward his high-energy, genre-crossing style while blending in personal, faith-driven lyrics. His solo career has continued to evolve, incorporating elements of rap, rock, pop, and even EDM, making him a versatile artist whose music resonates with both Christian and mainstream audiences. Toby Mac's solo career has been nothing short of remarkable, with 21 of his songs charting on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart. One of his most successful tracks, 'I Just Need U,' reached No. 1 in 2018, becoming a powerful anthem for believers looking to rely on God in challenging times. 'Feel It,' another chart-topping hit, combined an infectious groove with uplifting lyrics that resonated with fans around the world.

Toby Mac's ability to blend meaningful, faith-based lyrics with high-energy music has made him a pioneer in Christian music. His songs often focus on themes of faith, struggle, perseverance, and hope. Tracks like 'Me Without You' dominated the charts, with its energetic beat and powerful message of how God's presence completes a person's life. 'Speak Life' struck a chord with listeners, encouraging them to use words to heal and uplift, becoming another Billboard success. With 'Beyond Me,' Toby Mac delved into the idea of stepping out in faith and trusting God in circumstances beyond human control, a message that climbed high on the Christian charts. 'Lights Shine Bright' followed, celebrating the positivity and joy that comes from living with purpose in God's light. Songs like 'Love Broke Thru' and 'Move (Keep Walkin')' continued this trend of uplifting, faith-centered messages, becoming major hits with their themes of perseverance and divine intervention.

Toby Mac's versatility as an artist shines through with songs like 'Steal My Show,' where he emphasizes the need to surrender control to God and let Him lead. Similarly, 'Made to Love' highlights the inherent calling humans have to love God and others, quickly becoming an iconic song in his catalog. 'City on Our Knees' united listeners with a call to prayer and action, while 'Lose My Soul,' featuring Kirk Franklin and Mandisa, offered a timely reminder to prioritize one's soul over worldly pursuits. Earlier hits like 'Gone' explored the fleeting nature of material possessions and relationships compared to the eternal nature of God. His collaboration with Lecrae on 'Forgiveness' touched hearts with its powerful message of grace and the importance of forgiving others as we've been forgiven. 'Undeniable' reflects on the undeniable power and presence of God in our lives, while 'Eye on It' soared with its reminder to stay focused on God's calling.

Tracks like 'Backseat Driver,' featuring Hollyn and Tru, offered a fresh perspective on allowing God to take control, while 'Christmas This Year' blended festive joy with a focus on the true meaning of Christ's birth. 'Help Is on the Way (Maybe Midnight)' reassured listeners of God's perfect timing and faithfulness, swiftly rising on the charts. High-energy songs like 'Showstopper' and 'This Is Not a Test,' featuring Capital Kings, continued to drive home the message that life is serious and that our focus must remain on God. Toby Mac's vast contributions to Christian music are undeniable. Each of these 21 songs made a mark on the Billboard charts, resonating with listeners through their profound messages of faith, hope, and trust in God. His career continues to thrive with heartfelt lyrics and dynamic live performances, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential voices in Christian music. Whether with DC Talk or as a solo artist, Toby Mac's music continues to inspire and encourage millions around the world, reminding them to rely on God through every struggle and triumph.

Years ago, I had a memorable encounter with Toby Mac while performing at a concert at Universal Studios in Orlando, it was just me and him backstage, I had come there with DJ Redhot but he was elsewhere at the time. I also met Jeremy Camp with DJ Redhot at a different venue, and that I did get a picture of. That connection with DJ Redhot was divinely orchestrated. It all started after I called into a radio station in Atlanta to share my music, not long after I had a powerful prayer call with Prophetess Deborah Allen. I had reached out to her when I arrived in Atlanta, asking what I should do next. She told me to call into the local Christian station, and I did just that, leaving a message with links to my music. DJ Redhot responded, and we instantly clicked. That connection opened doors for us to perform all over. With DJ Redhot, I traveled from Jonesboro, Georgia, to Orlando, Florida, to the Poconos in Pennsylvania, and then to Newark, New Jersey. It was during Hurricane Sandy when DJ Redhot turned to me and asked if I wanted to go to Israel to live the dream and perform songs in Israel and shoot a music video. I said yes without hesitation. Sandy was one of the most destructive hurricanes to ever hit the United States, causing widespread damage and power outages. It was a chaotic time, but the idea of going to Israel in the middle of it felt like a divine opportunity.

Years later, after the adventures I had with DJ Redhot, I experienced another divine appointment—meeting my wife, Ashley. But before that, there was an important act of giving that set many things in motion. During one of my meetings with Godmomma, or Terri, a woman DJ Redhot introduced me to, who had spoken encouraging words into my life, I gave her a wedding ring. This ring was special—it was the one my grandmother had entrusted me with, telling me to give it to my future wife. DJ Redhot was there when I gave the ring to Godmomma, and it was that act of generosity that moved him to offer to put our trip to Israel on his credit card. That decision changed everything. From Israel, I called my dad, surprising him with the news that I was living out a dream and performing in the land of the Bible. During that time, I also connected with cousins I hadn’t met in person before, and I spent the next year performing countless times across Israel. It was a journey of faith, filled with divine opportunities and unforgettable experiences.

Years later, my wife, Ashley, whom I call Abigail, also gave a ring to Godmomma. Recognizing the deeper significance of that act, Godmomma introduced us, and that’s how Ashley and I met. It was all connected, as though everything had been divinely orchestrated. The simple act of giving ultimately led me to the woman who would bring peace and joy into my life. I call her Abigail because she reminds me of the Abigail from the Bible—a woman of wisdom, courage, and peacemaking. The story of Abigail and her first husband, Nabal, is told in 1 Samuel 25. Nabal was a wealthy man, described as harsh and evil in his dealings. David, not yet king but leading a band of men in the wilderness, had provided protection for Nabal’s shepherds in the fields. When it was shearing time, David sent messengers to ask Nabal for provisions as a sign of gratitude for the protection David’s men had offered. Nabal, however, responded with contempt, insulting David and refusing to offer anything.

The Bible says: 'Then David sent ten young men; and David said to the young men, "Go up to Carmel, visit Nabal and greet him in my name; and thus you shall say, ‘Have a long life, peace be to you, and peace be to your house, and peace be to all that you have. Now I have heard that you have shearers; now your shepherds have been with us and we have not insulted them, nor have they missed anything all the days they were in Carmel. Ask your young men and they will tell you. Therefore let my young men find favor in your eyes, for we have come on a festive day. Please give whatever you find at hand to your servants and to your son David.’"' When David’s young men came, they spoke to Nabal according to all these words in David’s name; then they waited. But Nabal answered David’s servants and said, 'Who is David? And who is the son of Jesse? There are many servants today who are each breaking away from his master. Shall I then take my bread and my water and my meat that I have slaughtered for my shearers, and give it to men whose origin I do not know?' (1 Samuel 25:5-11, AMP)

Nabal’s disrespectful response enraged David, who armed his men and set out to destroy Nabal and his household. But Abigail, Nabal’s wife, acted quickly. Hearing what her husband had done, she prepared a large offering of food and supplies, met David on the road, and pleaded for mercy. The Bible continues: 'When Abigail saw David, she hurried and dismounted from her donkey and fell on her face before David and bowed herself to the ground. She fell at his feet and said, "On me alone, my lord, be the blame. And please let your maidservant speak to you, and listen to the words of your maidservant. Please do not let my lord pay attention to this worthless man, Nabal, for as his name is, so is he. Nabal is his name and folly is with him; but I your maidservant did not see the young men of my lord whom you sent." "Now therefore, my lord, as the Lord lives, and as your soul lives, since the Lord has restrained you from shedding blood and from avenging yourself by your own hand, now then let your enemies and those who seek evil against my lord, be as Nabal. Now let this gift which your maidservant has brought to my lord be given to the young men who accompany my lord." (1 Samuel 25:23-27, AMP)

Abigail’s humility and wisdom averted disaster, and David praised her for preventing him from acting in anger: 'Then David said to Abigail, "Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who sent you this day to meet me, and blessed be your discernment, and blessed be you, who have kept me this day from bloodshed and from avenging myself by my own hand."' (1 Samuel 25:32-33, AMP) When Abigail returned home, Nabal was holding a drunken feast. She waited until morning to tell him what had happened. The news caused him to suffer what seems like a stroke or heart attack: 'But in the morning, when the wine had gone out of Nabal, his wife told him these things, and his heart died within him so that he became as a stone. About ten days later, the Lord struck Nabal and he died.' (1 Samuel 25:37-38, AMP) After Nabal’s death, David sent for Abigail and asked her to become his wife, recognizing her wisdom and character. 'Then David sent a proposal to Abigail, to take her as his wife.' (1 Samuel 25:39, AMP)

Like Abigail, my wife Ashley had her own Nabal—a man who treated her with cruelty and put her in the hospital. He was abusive, much like Nabal was to Abigail. Yet, just as Abigail left behind her painful past and became the wife of a king, Ashley became my wife and brought peace and healing into my life. Her strength, grace, and wisdom transformed my world, and through her, I found the love and stability I had longed for. Our story, rooted in the simple acts of giving, gratitude, and divine timing, was clearly meant to be. From the ring she gave to Godmomma to the fateful moment we met, everything had been orchestrated by a higher power, guiding us to each other.

In Israel, I had the opportunity to visit sacred sites like the Western Wall, Golgotha, and the spot of Jesus' ascension. I even enrolled in the King of Kings School of Media in Jerusalem, where I used my class project to create a high-definition music video. This video included scenes of me rapping on top of a bus, giving a blood donation, and recording at various locations where Jesus was known to have walked. There was even a cameo from a Christian worship leader who attended King of Kings Church in Jerusalem. It felt like everything was aligning perfectly, and I was capturing something truly special.

However, things took an unexpected turn. While in Israel, I started a band called Shaloha, which included two guitarists. We were gaining momentum and performing in different cities. After a show in Haifa, something unexpected and devastating happened. The backup guitarist, driven by jealousy, decided to sabotage everything. In the middle of the night, after our performance, he stole my iMac and the lead guitarist's guitar, leaving us blindsided. The loss of the equipment abruptly ended our tour and shattered the plans we had made for the band. All the footage—everything I had worked so hard to capture—gone. I had left the backup hard drive with a friend, thinking it was safe. But when I left Israel, he never sent it to me. He told me later it was lost. The high-definition footage, something I poured my heart into, never saw the light of day. It still stings, knowing I should have uploaded it right away, preserving it before anything could happen.

I had plans to make Aliyah and start a clothing company with a surf shop in Tel Aviv, which I was going to call Shaloha—a blend of 'Shalom' and 'Aloha' that captured the essence of both Israel and Hawaii. Tel Aviv reminded me so much of Waikiki, and it felt like the perfect place for this venture. While living in Israel, I made a living by selling CDs and performing at open mics, where I would connect with the audience and sell my music afterward. Eventually, I even started a band. I was eligible to make Aliyah, which would have set me up with a host of benefits, including Israeli citizenship, housing assistance, and Hebrew language courses. As an American making Aliyah, there are unique advantages: financial support for relocation, free healthcare for a period of time, educational opportunities, and assistance in finding employment. However, at the age of 24, I was still within the required military service age for men. This meant I would have been required to serve in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for at least 32 months unless I qualified for an exemption.

While I could have sought an exemption based on age or other circumstances, had I enlisted, one option that appealed to me was serving in the IDF’s Entertainment Troupe, which is part of the military and not limited to youth. This unit is composed of musicians, actors, and performers who boost morale by entertaining troops and the public. The idea of serving through my artistic abilities in this capacity, rather than in combat, was particularly appealing to me. A misunderstanding ultimately brought me back to Hawaii, but my grandmother also had a significant influence on my decision. She was strongly opposed to me joining the Israeli army, knowing how dangerous it could be, and her concerns weighed heavily on me. Even though I was about to start learning Hebrew and had opportunities within the military’s entertainment sector, her desire for me to return to Hawaii carried great weight.

Years later, my sisters had the chance to visit Israel through the Birthright program. Birthright trips are free, ten-day educational tours to Israel, offered to young Jewish adults from around the world. The purpose of the program is to connect participants with their cultural and historical roots, providing a life-changing experience by immersing them in the land, history, and people of Israel. During their trip, they followed a carefully curated itinerary designed to maximize both the educational and cultural impact. Like many Birthright tours, their journey began in Jerusalem, exploring the Old City with visits to the Western Wall, the Tower of David, and the ancient streets where millennia of history converge. They also spent time at Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust memorial, a deeply moving experience that allows participants to connect with the collective memory of the Jewish people.

The trip then took them to the Galilee region in northern Israel, where they experienced the natural beauty of the Golan Heights, participated in outdoor adventures like hiking and kayaking, and visited the city of Tzfat, known for its rich history of Jewish mysticism and Kabbalah. There, they would have walked through ancient alleyways, learned about Israel’s vibrant art scene, and reflected on the spiritual significance of the region. Another highlight of the Birthright experience is the Negev desert. Here, participants often spend a night under the stars, camping in traditional Bedouin tents, riding camels, and learning about desert life. The program typically includes a sunrise hike up Masada, where they can witness a breathtaking view from the mountaintop fortress and hear the story of Jewish resistance against the Roman Empire. Afterward, they enjoy the unique experience of floating in the salty waters of the Dead Sea.

Throughout the journey, they also met with Israeli peers—young soldiers and students—who joined the group, sharing personal stories and providing insight into life in Israel today. This interaction is often one of the most meaningful parts of the trip, as it helps bridge the gap between American Jews and their Israeli counterparts, forming bonds that last well beyond the ten days. It was a powerful and meaningful experience for my sisters, as it is for many young adults who go on Birthright. The trip not only gave them a firsthand connection to the land and history but also helped them understand Israel in a modern context, much like what I had experienced during my time in the country. I was glad they had the opportunity to witness the beauty, complexity, and significance of Israel for themselves, just as I had years earlier.

I vividly remember attending a surreal, week-long music festival in Israel, where we camped out under the stars, nestled in a forest surrounded by the lush greenery of the land. The atmosphere was electric with a sense of freedom and connection, as if time itself slowed down in those moments. It was a profound experience—celebrating life to the rhythm of Israeli house music that filled the air with energy. The DJs crafted an incredible sonic journey, blending uplifting beats and hypnotic melodies that felt perfectly in tune with the natural environment. The beauty of the forest, intertwined with the ancient history of the land, was breathtaking. It truly felt like the Promised Land, a place where the roots of history ran deep, yet the energy of modern Israel thrived. Sharing that experience with so many others who radiated joy and unity made it all the more special, as if we were part of something larger than ourselves.

The festival was more than just music and dancing. It was a spiritual and cultural exchange, with people from all walks of life—Israelis, internationals, and travelers from distant places—coming together in celebration of art, peace, and nature. We camped in the heart of the forest, where the canopy of trees provided a peaceful refuge, and the evenings were filled with the scent of earth and pine. Each day brought new revelations, whether through the music that echoed through the forest or in the spontaneous conversations sparked around campfires, sharing stories and dreams under the open sky. That time in Israel left a deep and lasting imprint on me. The sense of unity, the incredible beauty of the land, and the joyous celebration of life were moments I carried with me long after the festival ended. But those memories would soon be darkened by the realities I came to understand later.

During my stay, I also visited Bethlehem, in Palestine, a place steeped in spiritual significance but deeply divided by political conflict. Passing through the military checkpoints that separated Israel from Palestine, the tension in the region became unmistakable. The towering concrete walls, heavily armed soldiers, and barbed wire were stark reminders of the fragile peace that governed the area. Crossing through those barriers felt like stepping into another world, where the weight of history and conflict was visible on every corner. When I heard about the tragedy that struck Israel on October 7th, it shook me deeply. The stark contrast between the joy I experienced at that festival more than a decade ago and the violence that has since unfolded was overwhelming. What happened that day continues to haunt me.

Though I was in Hawaii, the thought that my sisters, who were in Israel only a couple of years before, or even myself when I was younger, could have been targeted by Hamas weighs heavily on my heart. The joy of those moments from the festival is now darkened by the knowledge of the violence that followed. I pray that we see more of what happened during the 6 Day War. In the 1967 Six-Day War, the world witnessed the miraculous hand of God guiding Israel to a swift and decisive victory. This war was not just a conflict of military strategy but a display of divine power that left both Israeli and Arab soldiers speaking of angelic interventions, unexplained visions, and divine protection. As we explore the key events of the war, we can trace the miraculous through the lens of scripture, eyewitness testimony, and the supernatural events that unfolded during these six days of battle.

The verses from the Bible that best encapsulate the nature of Israel's victory are found in the stories of David, Joshua, and the prophets. These verses remind us that God has long fought on behalf of His chosen people, and in 1967, the same divine force that delivered victories in ancient times returned to protect Israel once more. “So David came to Baal-perazim, and he defeated them there and said, ‘The LORD has broken through my enemies before me like a breakthrough of water.’ So he named that place Baal-perazim [Master of Breakthroughs]” (2 Samuel 5:20, Amplified Bible). This scripture powerfully reflects how Israel’s military found success beyond their own abilities. Much like the floodwaters David describes, Israel broke through enemy lines, fortified by unseen help from the heavens.

Eyewitnesses from the battlefield recounted incredible occurrences that seemed to defy explanation. One Israeli tank commander testified that during a battle on the Golan Heights, his unit was heavily outnumbered and surrounded. Just as the situation seemed hopeless, the enemy forces suddenly retreated without explanation. “We were in a dire situation,” the commander later recalled, “but as soon as the enemy saw something we could not see, they turned and fled. It was as though a fear had overtaken them. Later, some of their captured soldiers said they saw large figures, glowing with light, standing on the ridge behind us.” Similar accounts came from Egyptian soldiers stationed in the Sinai Peninsula. One Egyptian officer, later taken as a prisoner of war, described seeing strange phenomena in the sky: “We saw a cloud, like a whirlwind, and heard voices that weren’t human. It frightened my men. They dropped their weapons and ran. I couldn’t stop them; it was beyond human explanation.” Another Arab soldier claimed that 'the angels of God were fighting for the Israelis.'

These accounts evoke ancient memories from Israel’s biblical history, such as the story in 2 Kings 6:17, where the prophet Elisha prayed for his servant’s eyes to be opened: “Then Elisha prayed and said, ‘O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.’ And the LORD opened the servant’s eyes, and he saw; and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.” The divine protection over Israel in 1967 echoes the same supernatural defense that surrounded Elisha and his servant. The armies of heaven stood guard, ensuring that no weapon formed against Israel would prosper.

Further evidence of divine intervention can be seen in the swift conclusion of the war itself. Military strategists and historians alike have marveled at how a conflict that should have dragged on for weeks, if not months, ended in just six days. Israel’s enemies—Egypt, Jordan, and Syria—were left confused and disoriented, suffering far greater losses than seemed possible. Even enemy generals admitted that they could not explain their overwhelming defeat. “We thought we had the upper hand,” one Jordanian officer reflected, “but something beyond our understanding turned the tide against us. It felt like fighting an invisible force.” Through this miraculous victory, Israel gained significant territory that would serve as strategic buffers against future attacks. Jerusalem was reunified under Israeli control for the first time in nearly two millennia, a fulfillment of ancient prophecies. Israel also secured the Golan Heights, the West Bank, and the Sinai Peninsula, solidifying its defenses and restoring vital parts of the land. The speed of the victory, along with the territorial gains, confirmed that Israel’s survival was not a matter of military prowess alone but a testament to divine favor.

The Six-Day War stands as a profound reminder that the God of Israel, who fought for His people in the days of Moses and David, remains their shield and defender. Angels, visions, and miraculous events marked this conflict, pointing to a greater reality: that the covenant between God and Israel endures, and His promises to protect His people have not faded with time. In just six days, the God of breakthrough turned the tides of history, ensuring that His people would once again stand victorious in the land He promised them. It was only after I had left Israel that the full weight of what had happened became clear. What started as frustration over lost footage became something else—a realization that everything I thought I knew was shattered, and my hard drive got lost in the process.

I contacted the King of Kings School of Media to see if they had a backup, but unfortunately, they didn’t. It was a painful loss, emotionally. However, I still managed to piece together a music video for my song Yeshua using the lower-definition scenes that I had salvaged. It wasn’t the masterpiece it could have been, but it was something—a reminder of what I had accomplished and the journey I had taken. Despite the setbacks, I found solace knowing that God saw what I had created, even if the world didn’t. Though the final product wasn’t what I had envisioned, I knew my efforts mattered. I eventually returned to Hawaii, having to start over, but I never lost the drive to keep going. The experiences I had in Israel—rapping in the very places where Jesus lived and ministered—continued to fuel me. Even when things didn’t go as planned, I rested in the assurance that God’s purpose remained, and He witnessed every effort I made in His Name.

Backstage, I met Toby Mac briefly, we talked for about a minute, and I gave him a Hebrew Bible Program from Hebrew World, whom I was selling products for at the concert along with my CD Father Nature. At the time, I wanted to play it cool, so I didn’t take a picture with him, thinking I’d have more opportunities later. After that, I never saw him again—until recently when he came to Hawaii. He recently performed at the Waikiki Shell. Back in high school, I had one of those surreal, defining moments—on stage during Audio Adrenaline’s farewell concert at the very same venue, the Waikiki Shell. Audio Adrenaline was a powerhouse in Christian rock during the '90s and early 2000s, shaping the genre with their high-energy anthems and powerful messages of faith, redemption, and hope. Their songs, like 'Big House' and 'Ocean Floor,' didn’t just resonate with listeners—they became the soundtrack of a movement.

This was their final tour, the last ride for a band that had impacted so many lives. Mark Stuart, the lead singer, was battling vocal issues, and the band knew it was time to say goodbye. The Waikiki Shell was packed that night, the air buzzing with emotion and energy. Then, somehow, I ended up on stage. They handed me the mic, expecting me to sing along, but in that moment, I couldn’t just follow the script. Instead, I freestyled—right there, live, to the theme of their music. The crowd’s roar after I dropped those bars was something I’ll never forget. That moment was more than just a chance to be in the spotlight. When they handed me that mic, it was like they were passing me the Olympic torch they’d carried for years. It set me off on my music career. It wasn’t just about being on stage; it was the spark that lit the fire. I danced around with a friend of mine for a bit, riding the adrenaline rush, before stepping down.

The next day, my English teacher, Mr. Lance, who had been at the concert, came up to me and gave me some powerful encouragement. He had seen me take in that moment, freestyling off the top of my head in front of a massive crowd, and he let me know that what I did was special. Mr. Lance had always been a cool teacher for my AP English Class, but hearing him affirm my talent inspired me to pursue a life of music. It was as if everything aligned in that moment, and his words helped confirm the direction I needed to go in. That moment at the Waikiki Shell wasn’t just a memory—it was the beginning of everything.

It was Toby Mac’s first time performing in Hawaii, there at the Waikiki Shell, and I was there with my wife, my stepdaughter, my mom, and my wife’s aunt. My mom had wanted to go and to take my stepdaughter to see Toby Mac, as it would be her first time, and she had tried hard to get us all front area seats, but all she could manage were lawn tickets because it had already sold out, except for one. She gave me that single front area ticket so I could be right up close, in the heart of the experience. After the concert, as the crowd was dispersing, I saw one of Toby Mac’s sound crew. He was wearing a shirt with 'Diverse City' boldly printed on the back, a nod to Toby Mac’s crew and their mission of blending diversity in music and culture. Seizing the moment, I handed him a CD, a USB, and a card, hoping that maybe, one day, I could follow up on that conversation I had with Toby Mac so many years ago. That beautiful exchange that day at the concert felt like a fulfillment of prophecy.

During the concert, he shared some deeply personal stories that moved me. At one point, he spoke about how tricky life can be, especially for believers trying to navigate the world’s challenges. He said, 'And it's tricky out there, like every morning, most every morning, I open up the Word of God, and I read it and I take it in, and I decide right then and there, I am gonna build my life on the Promises of God. But then by about noon I told you man, this world is tricky, I don’t even mean to, sometimes I just accidently start building my life on the promises of this world, it's tricky out there, for a believer, well let me tell you where this song came from, I stood with my family standing next to me in a field, in Franklin Tennessee in front of a bunch of people, at my firstborn's funeral service, and I looked at my family, and I said listen, we have to rebuild, we have no choice, the world as we know it has been blown into a thousand pieces, we have to rebuild, and when we build, we will not build on the promises of this world, we will not build on chasing money, we will not build on being comfortable, we will not build on being victims, we will not build on religion, as for me and my house, we will build our lives on the Rock.' Then started to sing… 'On Christ the Solid Rock I'm Standing...'

Toby Mac had shared a powerful story about the loss of his firstborn son, Truett. It was a moving moment for me and may very well have been the divine appointment that had been spoken over my life years ago. His words about rebuilding on the promises of God struck a deep chord, as I reflected on my own journey and the prophetic words spoken over me. Toby Mac also shared some lighter moments, including how he had surfed for the first time in Hawaii. He even mentioned singing one of his songs to his surf instructor… when asked by the surf instructor what he did for a living, he had responded that he was a Christian artist, and the surf instructor wanted to hear one of his songs! This combination of deep spiritual reflection and lighthearted joy is what makes Toby Mac such a unique figure in Christian music. For me, this experience was not just about a concert—it was a confirmation of God’s presence and His plans, a potential fulfillment of the divine appointment I had been waiting for.

The trip to Moravian Falls was not only a spiritual pilgrimage but a confirmation of God’s presence and activity in my life. Surrounded by the rich history of 100 years of prayer and the modern-day testimonies of angelic encounters, I was reminded of the power of prayer and the reality of the supernatural. Moravian Falls continues to be a place where the veil between heaven and earth feels particularly thin, where those who seek Him earnestly can encounter God in profound and unexpected ways. This is what Steven Brooks, his wife, and his friends had to say.

Eric: I’m really looking for a solid team, like how I can freestyle like that, God gives me so much stuff that I’m not able to really capture it, package it and make it into, you know, radio ready stuff, because I don’t have the full team behind me yet. That’s why I’m going to Atlanta. And I really want to get solid, record label, video, solid all the different stuff in the whole team behind me, because I know that it’ll bless you. I really wanna be one of the most influential Christian artists bring all of them together. I have this record label, social network and God has given me just huge, huge vision. So any, any prayer help.

Woman in the Group: Thank you, Lord, is a blame from heaven. Oh Lord we thank You Lord, that all these dreams He carries, and that Lord You have found one that is willing, a vessel that says, “LORD, Here I am.” He’s willing to bring heaven to earth. I thank You, Father, right now, Lord, that you will take these dreams and give them greater depth Lord, and greater strategy and greater logistics. Lord, Lord, we just speak to that, that all the provision that he needs Lord, the people, equip him, whatever it is, open doors, prepare him to minister Lord. We just, thank you, Father, that what he carries Lord is a flame from heaven. Oh God, that Lord, you have given him one of the burning coals from heaven, Lord in his mouth, Lord in his fingertips. And so we just thank you Father for the blessing that he is Lord and we thank you Lord, for the increase over his life. We praise you Father Lord and we rejoice in You O God that You have found such a one, teach him about the Father’s heart, I just thank You Father that you download in Him in greater measure Your Father’s heart. That Lord You just reveal to Him how in such a dynamic way Your love is for him. That he is one of your sons O God that he is one of the sons of God that all of creation is groaning for, for the manifestation, for the representation for the breakthrough of this side of eternity, this side of the veil O God, and so I thank You Father that You give him feet that are shod with the gospel, I thank you for him sharing the message of the grace of the cross O God, the full work of the cross. I just thank You Lord that he is being released right now Lord, into a greater calling and a greater measure, that friend that told him to come to Moravian Falls.. We just thank You that was Your divine invitation He accepted Your invitation so we pray You give him the fullness of what he needs right now. Let him be filled to overflowing O God and then some, we just thank you that a river of life is pouring out of his belly Lord. Lord I thank you for those who come alongside of him. I thank You Lord that you’ll give him that company to run with O God. Just like Enoch had a company O God and Elijah had his prophets that were with him. And Samuel had his company. Oh God, I just thank You that You give Eric a company run that will with him, Lord. And that Lord is reaching out to many in the world, that there will be sons and daughters you will give to him to raise up O Lord. Thank You Father.

Steven Brooks: What’s your rapper name?

Eric: Pure Pressure

Steven Brooks: Pure Pressure. Okay

Woman in the Group: Thank you, Lord.

Woman in the Group: Well, Father, I just thank You that I see a mantle like that of a Pied Piper, Father, that when he sings, Father, God, your word many will follow, especially the young people. Father, I thank you that there is… when he sings, Father, there is just a drawing by your Holy Spirit. And I just ask Father that you would draw the right people to him. And I see the Dream Team. Father, I thank you that there is a dream team coming. And every single position will be filled. I do believe that, Eric, you’re even see in a dream certain people coming that will surround you, that are that are straight from heaven. An administrator is coming that will help with your booking. Even a graphic design artist is coming. I thank you for that, Father, for the full team. I see a dream team so Father. I thank you that that team is on the way. And now I ask Father, God that you just surround Eric right now with your angels, your heavenly host Father God to protect and keep him safe wherever he goes. I thank you for that, Father, that you are opening many doors to the nations. Father, I especially see third world nations where maybe the word is not accepted, Father, but people will be united with the music. So I thank You Father for opening that door, and I also thank you Lord for opening doors into schools, especially high schools, public high schools, Father, I ask that you open those doors and Father even public high school in Hawaii, Father in Jesus, name I thank You, Lord. You’ll be able to go to all different places. LORD I pray that he will withstand the heat of the desert, the altitude of the mountains, and the wind and the weather O Lord. We just thank you for the blessing to come right now LORD. Only the best for Your son.

Woman in the Group: Father, I’m asking that you would call the divine appointment to come, that you would give some favor, God, with Toby Mac. Father, that You God would open that door. I’m just asking, Father, you open that door for Eric that he would have a divine appointment with Toby Mac, I thank you for that Father in Jesus name.

Steven Brooks: And Father there’s still development in the gifting and the anointing, even his style. And you’re still going to do some things to put a polish a very, very unique style that others really can’t copy. So we just thank you for that Father for a trademark style. Yeah, even as Carmen, you lifted him up years back at the forefront of the Christian contemporary music and just touch of our brother, Father God, let Eric begin to rise up by the power of Your Spirit based out of a deep devotional prayer life. So Father God that there will always be an anointing upon what he does. Thank you. Thank you, Father, Yes. Lord, it’s more than more than just a man that can rap really smooth and string it smooth. But there’s an anointing that people say. How does he? He has God help, helping him somehow. Lord even let it be so strong that even secular rappers, yeah, would sense something, give something for him that it’s different very Lord, I thank you for the anointing of your spirit. Thank you. It has a strength to it, and even as he’s rapping, he’ll feel a deeper wave come over him, that will go beyond his own ability, we thank You for those special moments, compound the wisdom upon him in Jesus Name, Impartation, impartation, hallelujah. Hallelujah.

Woman in Group: I’m hearing the song you can’t touch this by MC hammer, and I just sense the Lord is saying that about you.

Steven Brooks: You know that song, right? Yeah, As a rapper, you should know it. Amen. And that’s great. I feel like, because the anointing will be real strong times all the others, like, I don’t want to go after him, you know that’s not so much other believers, but like, different environments or different places you’re in, others are going to be like, Okay, we don’t want to follow that, because you can’t top the Lord.

Woman in the Group: The Lord is giving you divine protection.

Steven Brooks: The Lord’s really happy because a lot of times the Lord, in some ways, he has to get almost like rejects, because good parents, they say now, our child, he’s going to be here in university, he’s going to be this, he’s going to be that. But you’ve said, you said, Lord, I want, I’m gonna do to do what you want me to do. I feel the Lord’s real happy about that. You’ll see in the latter years of life the great blessing of having made decision

Woman in Group: and your parents are going to see that. That’s why I asked you, what did your parents think? Because you’re doing what God wants you to do, them both being doctors, its unusual, but the Lord is going to bless you, and your parents are going to see that reward, because they’ve let you follow God.

Another person I had the opportunity to meet during my visit to Moravian Falls was the well-known prophetess and author, Anna Rountree. Her reputation as a visionary and spiritual guide had drawn many people to seek her insights, especially through her published works that explore heavenly realms and divine encounters. Anna Rountree, alongside her husband Albert Rountree, dedicated her life to ministry, but it was her prophetic experiences and vivid descriptions of heaven that truly set her apart within Christian circles. Anna’s journey as a prophetess is beautifully captured in her books, The Priestly Bride and The Heavens Opened, where she shares some of the most profound spiritual encounters ever written. The Priestly Bride is a deeply personal and symbolic narrative of being called as the bride of Christ. In this book, Anna recounts her experiences of being taken to heaven and walking through spiritual realms, where she received a unique revelation of God’s love and the importance of intimacy with Him. Her portrayal of the bride as a priestly figure, clothed in garments of righteousness and prepared for union with Christ, resonated with countless believers seeking a deeper connection with God.

In The Priestly Bride, Anna describes moments of incredible beauty and clarity in heaven, often using vivid imagery to convey the overwhelming love and holiness of the Lord. One of her well-known quotes is, 'The King of Glory stood before me, radiant and magnificent. His eyes were flames of fire, yet full of tenderness. He called me His bride, and I fell at His feet in awe of His love, realizing I was standing in the presence of pure majesty.' Her descriptions of her encounters with angels, her journey through the heavenly courts, and the prophetic words she received make this book a spiritual treasure for anyone seeking to know more about their divine calling and spiritual identity in Christ. Anna Rountree also authored The Heavens Opened, which provides an even broader exploration of the heavenly realms. In this book, she is guided through spiritual warfare and shown various levels of heaven, each with its own symbolic significance. Anna once shared, 'I was taken to a high place, where the Lord showed me the warfare that rages over the earth. The angels were positioned as warriors, yet they moved with grace and precision. I could see that every prayer uttered by the saints on earth carried weight in heaven, shifting the tide of the battle.' Her experiences highlight the reality of spiritual warfare and the vital role that believers play in partnering with God through prayer and faith.

During our time together in Moravian Falls, Anna and I had a profound conversation that left a lasting impression on me. Hearing her words, along with those close to her praying for me, gave me the energy and confidence in God’s promises that I needed to reach where I am today. Anna’s humility and deep reverence for the presence of God were clear as she spoke. She emphasized the importance of purity and prayed earnestly that angels would accompany me wherever I went. She shared something particularly intriguing—that Moravian Falls was a 'distribution center' for angels, a place where many had experienced divine encounters. The concept fascinated me, and I could sense the spiritual weight of her words.

During our conversation, Anna spoke about my purpose and how to use the giftings God had placed within me, particularly in music. As she prayed, she specifically asked for scribe angels—angels who would help me write verses filled with truth and power. She even prayed that some of these angels, particularly those gifted in rhyme, would inspire me to write verses that would leave a lasting impact on everyone who heard them. I will share the transcript of the audio from our conversation, capturing the depth of Anna’s prophetic insights and the richness of her prayers over my life and my creative work.

Anna Rountree: Just fresh like picking it right off the tree, we praise You Lord for this, we ask that You would give him true humility, by knowing who You are, and that only You are the One who has the giftings to give and the grace and that he is simply a channel for Your gifts and Your graces, and it is just, it’s all You Lord, this will help him to have that true humility, so he will know that it’s not himself, we ask that You would bless him, and that You would put him in the stream of friends and acquaintances, that they would be able to speak to him and call him to various places, he wants to be in a traveling ministry, he wants to be going to conferences, he wants to be going to churches, he wants to be speaking to groups, and he’s young enough to take that mantle, and we thank You that You have so gifted him at an early age, and we ask that You would open the doors for him right now Lord, that You would send him through those doors into the very place that You want Him Lord, and that he would know which ones to say yae and amen to, and which ones you have not called him to, we ask that You bless him mightily as he goes, this is a very wonderfully young gift, and it’s wonderful that he is young, so we ask that you use him now Lord, and that he grow in wisdom, knowledge and understanding, discernment and discretion, that he would be able to speak supernaturally in rhyme from You. It’s going to take a supernatural gift to be able to do this. We ask that You give this to him in greater measure, in greater measure, that when he speaks he will speak with Your authority, we thank you for him, protect him as he goes, bless him as he goes, Lord, thank You, and bless his wife too. Where is your wife, Eric?

Eric: That’s a good question, I’m not married…

Anna Rountree: Oh! I thought you were married, you don’t know where she is. Well Lord, wherever she is, bring them together we pray, make them a very firm unit, that they would serve You together, and Lord we ask that You keep him from the evil one, keep him from distracted, keep him from being drug off in this direction or that direction, keep him Lord from any false doctrines, or being connected with those that are into false doctrine, simply because they are nice or whatever, help him now Lord, to keep a pure, clean, heart for You. This generation Lord, we’re asking that they know the difference from that which is of You and that of the evil one which may seem like You, we are asking that You keep them from the evil one, we pray this in Jesus Name

Guy in the Room: The other day I was praying to the Lord, and I heard enticements and inducements, and so we pray for protection against that, that’s a very strong word, that you need to be protected against enticements and inducements.

Anna Rountree: Yeah, so many of the people you will be around now have been in ministry many years, and they will be very sure of themselves you know because they have been serving years and years, you’ve got that anointing and edge… but there’s also some flaky people out there, so I just pray the Lord keeps you from the flaky stuff. We need a pure generation, we need a pure generation.

Eric: Do you know what my rap name is? Pure Pressure

Anna Rountree: Pure Pressure! Not peer pressure but Pure Pressure, I love that, I love that, oh let him be this Lord, may he be absolutely pure… And give him an understanding of the word, that he will look it up, and the book smarts, to stand. And not be seduced by sin. We ask this in Jesus Name.

Eric: And then, also that angels would help me with the lyrics, and then no idols.

Anna Rountree: Oh yes, give him Scribe angels, those that rhyme, especially those that rhyme. We thank You Lord for these angels You will be sending to him. And he needs more than a couple Lord, He may need 4, 5, 6, something like this LORD, he may need a few angels, because this would wear them out. So, hahaha.

Eric: They can stay with me they can be part of my roadies

Anna Rountree: Yes, your roadies, Yes Lord please, in Jesus Name, may they not only be given to him now… this place up here, as the prophet’s say, is a kind of place, is a distribution center for angels. So we ask Lord that You would give him additional angels, that would go with him that would stay with him, and we thank You for this Lord. What else did you want prayer for?

Woman in the Room: Idols…

Anna Rountree: Idols, oh please, O Lord please, let there not be idols in his life, at all. Either of ministry or ideas that are not of You Lord. And listen there are a lot of idols that are around right now, a lot of them that have come back that have been resting for many years, and they are back now to seduce the body of Christ, they are very seductive.

Eric: I just wanna have supernatural revelation and knowledge into what is an idol, how to dodge it and to make sure I have absolutely none.

Anna Rountree: Yes you have to know the word, and don’t be seduced by someone with a lot of years telling you that this other thing is okay if the Word doesn’t say. You’ve got to know the Word and stand on the Word only.

Guy in the room: Remember satan used the Word.

Anna Rountree: This young man here that was here from Germany Johanna, you know, I said the same to him, please know the word, we need the young out there that will stand on the word, because as movements go, the charismatic movement really can kind of it’s at it’s end, and when it’s at it end it can get somewhat corrupted, just don’t be seduced by that, hold to the pure word of God.

Eric: Can you just pray about that real quick and if you have any more prophetic words I’m definitely open.

Anna Rountree: O Lord we thank You for this young man, that he may not be seduced, just because his friends may be thinking this way, or some very anointed person may be saying something almost true but not all the way true, or they may be some promises that they are promising him by saying this or that, if it’s produced by excitement, or if it’s something he’s never heard of it or whatever, We pray in the Name of Jesus we pray that You keep him from idols. And we pray also Lord that you would bless him mightily, and raise him up now, in the Name of Jesus.

Anna Rountree: Eric I’m sorry.. It’s witchcraft. I’m sorry I’m fuzzy you know when you get fuzzy… the witchcraft is coming against me. I’m trying to push through.

Woman in the Room: I’m fuzzy too, I’m remembering this story about a young prophet in the Bible who was told by the Lord to go in a certain direction, and the prophet ended up getting killed by a lion. It was because an older prophet, he listened to him, the older prophet tricked him to see if the Word of the Lord was true, he listened to the prophet rather than God.

Eric: Yeah I’ve heard that

Woman in the Room: O that the Lord would give you the discernment like that, and the confidence through the Word of the Lord. The humility… you’re honoring the prophet here but you’re going before the Lord.

Anna Rountree: There’s a lot of it out there now, the charismatic movement, it’s dribbling off.. We can pray for an anointing, holding to the truth, here and there you know it’s dribbling off here and they, it’s getting corrupted, it’s getting corrupted

Eric: I plead the blood of Jesus over any witchcraft, I just ask that You cause everyone to be 100% crystal clear today, that it would be super easy, and we just bind and rebuke anything that would come against this area we thank You for the protective hedge that’s here, and we just ask for angelic interference, that if there’s any block here we come against it here in the name of Jesus Christ, Yeshua Hamashiac, and we thank You for the protection of this place and that everybody is becoming crystal clear.

Guy in the Room: 1 Kings 15 and it’s a pretty long passage it’s a pretty long passage so I’m not gonna read it, you’re probably familiar with it, but basically it’s like he was given a word by the Lord, he was told to go straight out, go back the way you came, and don’t stop.

Eric: I was somewhere and the older guy said you shouldn’t go to Atlanta, maybe you should go to Florida, I said no it’s God’s word and I went anyway.

Guy in the Room: It was a clear word and he disregarded it, because he respected and was enticed by the older prophet.

Eric: That almost happened to me before it was pretty close.

Anna Rountree: Yeah, and you’re just right here at the beginning, and you just wanna stay squeaky clean, you know a lot of people think that love will cover all this, but truly it’s holiness, pureness, integrity towards God, it’s loving God, you know like in the temple, even if your relatives died those that were serving in the temple, they weren’t to leave their duties and go, they were to care more for God than the world or the people, and that’s what you need, because you have a very unique sort of gift, and what’s in you you know, because what you said is going to be coming out to people, it comes out through your spirit, people say well they got a gift and therefore it’s not a mixture, it is mixing, so you need to hold to that purity that you have placed in the title you know, because you’ll be tested on that, you will be tested on that… so holding to the purity more than getting ahead, or anything else, something the may be offered to you is this person really pure in what he’s doing, and well you say because I’ll be able to speak to thousands this way, don’t do it, hold to God, hold to God, and not getting into ministry unproperly. You understand what I mean? Yeah it’s really a, the charismatic movement did not do that, they did not do that, but this movement has to be pure. We may have gifts, but you gotta be pure, because the giftings are going to be greater the callings are going to be greater, all of it, and if you mix it, if you don’t get cleaned out and stay cleaned out and hold to God more than man, you know mix it. Anyways, that may not seem like prophecy but hopefully is wisdom, which the elderly have.

Eric: I’m sorry there’s something on my heart, has anyone got anything on my wife by chance?

Woman in the Room: She’s beautiful

Anna Rountree: She’s gorgeous! Haha that was precious…

Guy in the Room: And she won’t tell she’s your wife.

Eric: Yeah? She won’t tell me, I have to tell her?

Guy in the Room: It’s just that she will not say to you, I am to be your wife.

Eric: Okay.

Anna Rountree: A lot of us here have been put together with their spouses. My husband just died, and so you know i feel a real loss, we were put together by the Lord. And we weren’t to tell each other, I mean I didn’t tell him and he didn’t tell me until the Lord told us to.

Eric: Yeah I just had a girl recently tell me she would be my wife

Anna Rountree: Hahaha, no she won’t do that … We are so happy that you’re here… Is there anything else for prayers?

Eric: Yeah I could get prayed for by everybody if you want

Anna Rountree: How precious

Woman in the Room: I was just thinking about Candle in the Wind, that song that was written for Marilyn Monroe… Lord I just pray to You, Lord we just ask that his love and devotion for you alone would all the way take priority over every single thing in his life, over his wife, his ministry, over his giftings, over his anointing, over people feeling good about him, thinking well of him, being impressed by him. Lord that he would be desperately devoted to You, all his days, so he can finish the course well. Lord, in the other Scripture- in the world, it’s like a candle in the wind, it’s unlimited seduction taking place… Lord we know the enemies and his wiles, Lord I do ask that he would he would have the humility to always ask You always seek You, so that he wouldn’t be lured away, Lord the enemies sees giftings even more than your children do, Lord, he’s just easier to pull off course the younger he is Lord and don’t let the enemy snatch him, making him work on his life on the wrong track. So Lord we don’t want to waste years, and waste time and money, we’re asking that his passion would be solely for You Lord and the way You want to express Yourself through him. We just thank You Lord, Thank You for Your love for him, we ask You for Your keeping power to keep him, and Your protection over him, and we just thank You Lord.

Eric: Lord I ask for all the help that You could possibly give me Lord, all the angels, all the guidance and the help and the admonition, and just you know, the counselors God that I could use, and prayer partners that I have Lord, I just ask that You would show me the gravity of that, and that You would help me be faithful in staying in touch with everybody and just connected to all this crew around me Lord God I just pray for them in Jesus Name.

Anna Rountree: Thank You Lord, thank You

Woman in the Room: And Lord I pray he would always feed off of You, out of your hands, not feed off the praise of people, Lord just keep him we pray for Eric I pray, Jesus Name we pray

Guy in the Room: In Name of the Holy Spirit is Counsel, take your counsel from Him.

Woman in the Room: Seek His kingdom first and His righteousness…

Anna Rountree: You know actually, that the thing in the Bible, it’s actually seek His Kingdom only, we put first there we translate it first, but it’s really seek His kingdom only. Yeah, hallelujah.

Guy in the Room: Loving and Gracious Father, in Your infinite love You made us for Yourself, and we have fell into sin and were subject to death You in Your mercy sent Jesus Christ Your only and eternal Son to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to You, the God and Father of all. We deserved pain and death, the Lord Jesus took on that, and when He gave thanks to You He broke it, He gave it to his disciples and said take and eat, this is my body which is given to you, do this for the remembrance of me. After supper He took the cup of wine and when He had given thanks He gave it to them and said drink this all of you, this is My blood of the new covenant which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins, whenever you drink it do this for the remembrance of Me.

As I reflect on my time with Anna Rountree in Moravian Falls, I am reminded of the depth of her wisdom and the power of her encounters with God. It wasn’t just a casual conversation; it was a moment that carried weight and significance. Her stories of heaven and the prophetic insights she shared became a source of inspiration, reminding me of the beauty that flows from walking closely with God. As I left that encounter, I knew that it wasn’t just a meeting but a divine appointment that helped shape my understanding of my own purpose and calling. Anna's prayers over me, particularly her request for scribe angels to assist me in writing verses that would impact others, left an imprint on my heart. It was a reminder that my creativity is not just a talent but a gift from God meant to uplift, encourage, and inspire those around me. Her words, like many others I’ve received throughout my life, have been a lifeline, lifting me up when I felt I couldn’t move forward.

During my time there in Moravian Falls, I met Pastor Gary Oates. Pastor Gary Oates is known for his ministry focused on spiritual encounters and intimacy with God. His journey into ministry took a significant turn after a personal experience in 1995 when he began to see into the spiritual realm during a conference with Randy Clark. This life-altering event set him on a path of helping others experience the presence of God in a more profound and tangible way, especially through angelic encounters and healing. Gary Oates became a prominent figure for his teachings on how to see and hear in the spiritual realm. His ministry has touched many lives through his books, such as Open My Eyes, Lord, where he shares his testimony and encourages believers to cultivate a closer relationship with God. The book and his teachings often emphasize the supernatural, focusing on spiritual gifts like prophecy and healing, and the importance of recognizing God's presence in daily life.

Oates and his wife, Kathi, also established Gary Oates Ministries, which has held conferences and events aimed at equipping Christians to live out their faith in power and intimacy with God. The ministry has been active in areas like healing services, supernatural encounters, and empowering believers to walk in divine authority. Moravian Falls, where Oates has ministered, is a place rich in spiritual history and is often associated with prayer, prophecy, and divine encounters. Many pastors and spiritual leaders visit the area, drawn by its reputation as a place of spiritual activity and revival. Oates' involvement there has been linked to his broader mission of helping people experience the tangible presence of God. He has also been involved with global ministry efforts, conducting missions and evangelistic campaigns in different countries, often with an emphasis on imparting spiritual gifts and deepening believers' spiritual walks.

One of his assistants was fond of me and gave me a bunch of material, including some books from Pastor Gary Oates and some material from Cindy Trimm, a declaration audio that has helped millions of people. This assistant took me up to a special mountain in Moravian Falls and dropped me off there, saying I should hang out on this mountain top area and basically that I would receive a vision of Heaven. So, in faith, for hours from before sunset to when it was dark I laid down on this rock altar and prayed for a vision from Heaven. This is the audio the assistant recorded after I was picked up from that place.

'I just saw the green fields flowing almost like somebody doing a bed sheet and flipping it, you know, just to put it back on the bed, and all these different trees were forming just like a wave, and all the different types of trees there ever were and ever was, just forming in a row. You know, I could see a palm tree next to a pine tree next to all these different trees, and saw clouds roll back, and I also saw lots of stuff in the visualization. I just started to visualize what it was, and I could see that the more I read about heaven, and the more I hear about it, I could sense pictures that could be drawn from testimonies, from what people said, having a team of artists, that I can always send stuff to be drawn, so that I can enter in and do more visualization. And just really tap into everything that visualization offers. And it’s like the opposite of fear, how there’s mental images that pop up during the fear, and how we can take that same feeling and reverse it to things of God and to have the habit of entering into visualization time, asking God for ideas during the creative visualization stream. And having somebody there where you can dictate it to not just an audio but actually somebody there who can do it and continue to pray with you that you would receive it, come in agreement and I also saw just those rows of angels last night, and they were all holding hands, circulating this big white box. They were lifting up prayers of the saints or something. And I noticed that as I visualize, it’s not necessarily the same thing, though, as Anna or these different people who see it tangibly and go there tangibly, I can hear what the angel of the Lord has to say to me in my inner mindset. There have been angels that have helped me physically in the past. Yet I noticed God increasing my capability for these things. And as the visualization comes, I can literally have out-of-body experiences and feel it and understand what’s going on in the Spirit. I believe that. That would be something to schedule. In the week, just like the hours into rapping the hours into being a 10 out of 10, and then the prayer authority. And on top of that, we would also have the prayer meetings. Yes, offered and the… shepherd’s table, connecting with Bob Jones, showing them the prayer accounts and leading them to come together and being the tech resource for it, having the tech team to do it and ask them their visions and increase it, add the feedback, and just get the momentum started. That’s what it’s going to take, the team, tech people, I can get stuff done almost instantly, as well as the team of artists that can draw the things, and the other team that can take that what's drawn, and put it on the site, put it on what’s going on. And so that team of people, God’s gonna give me, that was something that he spoke to me on the mountain, and I can come with full force to grab em. And then I also saw working with Heidi Baker, as well as just yeah, letting her know the shirts gonna be on her website. And the other thing was to really go through forgiveness, if any person who would come against me, to really use the forgiveness form and reach out to them and love on them and share the gospel with them, along with applying the principles for prosperity from the 40 days of prosperity.'

That’s what I recorded when asked to share what I had seen during my time on what they called Angel Mountain in Moravian Falls. The 40 Days of Prosperity I mentioned in the vision was an eBook by Pastor George Pearsons, which says, “God has a covenant determination to prosper us. Our responsibility is to believe it and receive it. True prosperity is the ability to use God’s power to meet the needs of mankind in every realm of life— spirit, soul, body, financially, and emotionally.” And that’s the heart of this chapter—Lovely. It’s about the beauty of encouragement and the profound effect it can have on our lives. We all have moments when we’re weary, when life feels heavy, and when we need someone to lift us up. Whether it’s through prophetic words, a simple compliment, or a heartfelt prayer, those moments of love and support can carry us through the hardest battles, just like Aaron and Hur holding up Moses’ hands in his time of need.

As you finish reading this chapter, I encourage you to reflect on those in your life who have spoken life and destiny over you, and also consider how you can do the same for others. Words have power. They can heal, strengthen, and guide us toward the purpose God has for us. So, speak life, speak love, and let your words be a reflection of the loveliness that comes from walking with God. The countenance of Enoch was so radiant, so filled with the glory of God, that those around him were fearful. The reverence they held was not merely out of respect, but because of the sheer holiness that emanated from his being. The Book of Jasher says, “And Enoch reigned over the sons of men two hundred and forty-three years, and he did justice and righteousness with all his people... those who had heard him feared him, and they bowed down to him, saying, 'Enoch is with the Lord,' and they approached him not, for the glory of his countenance was so great” (Jasher 3:20). His closeness to God was so intense that “no one dared approach him by reason of the awe of his countenance” (Jasher 3:23).

Similarly, when Moses descended from Mount Sinai, his face was glowing after being in the very presence of God. Scripture says, “When Moses came down from Mount Sinai, with the two tablets of the covenant law in his hands, he was not aware that his face was radiant because he had spoken with the Lord” (Exodus 34:29). This is what happens when we spend time in God's presence—the more we dwell with Him, the more our countenance changes, reflecting His glory. In Ezekiel, we also see the significance of being marked by God. The Lord commanded: “Go throughout the city of Jerusalem and put a mark on the foreheads of those who grieve and lament over all the detestable things that are done in it. But to the others He said in my hearing, ‘Follow him through the city and kill, without showing pity or compassion’” (Ezekiel 9:4-5). While in that time, the mark was for protection, today the mark we bear is our love for one another. As Jesus said, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:35).

In my song Entrust, I talk about being fresh off the mountain and glowing from the presence of God with these lines: 'They wanted to stop it, threw me in the furnace and out came Eric the Prophet, So let me prophesy, I'm active with my flow, Fresh off the mountain I glow, the next chapter is looking after what I sow, Talking about my seed, God's word's what I breathe.' Just as Enoch and Moses reflected God’s glory after being in His presence, we too carry His radiance. Our mark is the love we show, the glow we carry, and the words we speak, all reflecting the time spent with God. Let His light shine through us as we live out His love in the world.