Apr 22nd 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

An Unlikely Subject of Prayer

Each Thursday we are praying in concert for spiritual awakening in America. (Click here to join the Concert of Prayer) The person the Holy Spirit led me to pray for today may seem quite unlikely. In the Concert of Prayer, we have prayed for different people in leadership positions, from government leaders to pastors. But the person who is the topic of today’s call to prayer is rarely singly remembered... read more

Apr 21st 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Boundless Strength, Eternal Joy

Are you weak and weary? In need of strength? Do you feel sad and hopeless? Are you facing an obstacle that no human maneuvering can overcome? What you need is boundless strength and eternal joy. They are found in one place… For the past four years, I have experienced an annual health collapse that lasts between one and six months of the year.  “A collapse,” you might say, “I thought your... read more

Apr 8th 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

National Revival in America: It Comes Down to You and Me

Praying for spiritual awakening in America is a broad, sweeping prayer. Ultimately, the awakening we desire on a national level must first be experienced in our lives on a personal level.  Corporate revival comes down to individual revival, to our spiritual walk – our personal repentance, submission, holiness and filling with the Holy Spirit’s power. It is not only hypocritical; it is counter... read more

Apr 3rd 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

The Resurrected Life

During this Easter season, I’m reminded of the cross of Jesus Christ, the suffering that Jesus endured, and how He took the punishment for our sins — yours and mine. Like you, I can never fully express my gratitude for the price Jesus paid for me to receive eternal life and live in a relationship with Him. Not only did His crucifixion make a way for me to live in a close relationship with Him... read more

Mar 25th 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Interceding for America: Two Points in Prayer

Many American citizens are grieved over the corrupt politicians and lack of representation in our government, especially after recent legislation that defied the will of the people. To the sleeping nation, it feels as though we lost America and our blood bought freedoms overnight.  However, unless we truly repent and pray for our nation, things will only worsen. After I posted to facebook about our need... read more

Mar 21st 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

A Conscious Decision

I’ve made a conscious decision. In response to the leading of the Holy Spirit, I am going to be more open about my ongoing, residual health challenges. I will deliberately post about them and make my life a little more of an open book. For several reasons, I have been rather silent on this topic in recent years: When summarizing my 20+ year story in a thirty minute session, it is quicker to... read more

Feb 11th 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Passionate Pursuit

Ladies, join us every first Thursday of the month. Come and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, uplifting music and a transforming message as Natalie Nichols, founder of Shades of Grace Ministries, shares an encouraging word for your present need. Join us as Natalie leads us on a Passionate Pursuit to know Jesus and the power of God’s Word more intimately each day. Piney Woods Country Club 3001 US 59... read more

Feb 4th 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Night of Miracle Prayer

February 4, 2010   Sometimes in life, we face problems so big that we need God’s supernatural help. It may be for an illness in your body; it may be for a domestic problem; it may be for a financial crisis. You may feel like there is no hope for positive change in your life. That’s why we are having an “all are welcome” miracle event on February 4th at 7:00 p.m. On January 14th 2010,... read more

Feb 4th 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Kings and Priests: Praying with Authority

God has given us—His disciples, His people—authority by which we determine the destinies of people, of nations and governments. He expects us to use this authority for His glory and our good. If we fail to do so, we will have to answer for the consequences. Our Citizenship Every Christian has dual citizenship. We are a citizen of an earthly nation, subject to its laws and requirements. By spiritual... read more

Feb 3rd 10 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 20: Three Promised Results

Do you desire a fresh touch from God? Do you want your children to be anointed men and women of God? Are you suffering financially? The book of Joel holds three key insights for you. Fasting Breaks Poverty In the book of Joel, the people experienced a famine caused by an invasion of locusts. Their fields were ruined and the ground was dried up. Poverty ran so deep that not only did they lose their current... read more