God Encounters Today Podcast

In this episode of the DISCRNR's Podcast, James W. Goll explores the biblical principle of Selah—the sacred pause found throughout the Psalms.

Through Scripture, personal insight, and the example of Joshua, James reveals how listening, waiting, and watching before the Lord become pathways to revelation, favor, and spiritual renewal.

This message is a timely invitation to embrace the rhythms of rest, cultivate a quiet heart, a...

Join James W. Goll on this episode of the Prophetic DISCRNR's Podcast as he dives deep into the power of speaking in tongues and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit today. In light of Pentecost Sunday, James explores the biblical foundation for praying in the Spirit, the purpose of spiritual gifts, and why speaking in tongues is not the "least" of the gifts, but a gateway to operating in the fullness of the Holy Spirit.

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What does it mean to carry the heart of God in prayer? In this powerful episode of The Praying Discerners, James W. Goll explores the biblical and prophetic calling of becoming a burdenbearer — someone who partners with the Holy Spirit to carry God's heart, purposes, and intercession on the earth.

Through Scripture, personal stories, church history, and prophetic insight, James unpacks the meaning of travailing prayer, prophe...

What happens when the Holy Spirit comes with conviction?

In this episode of The DISCERNR's Podcast, James W. Goll dives deep into a theme that is often overlooked in modern Christianity: the convicting work of the Holy Spirit. Building on a recent series about integrity, transparency, and holiness, James explores why conviction is essential for true transformation, revival, and spiritual growth.

Through personal stories, historical...

What happens when the Holy Spirit comes with conviction?

In this episode of the Prophetic Discerners podcast, James W. Goll explores a dimension of the Holy Spirit that is often overlooked in today's church: experiential conviction. While many pursue the gifts and power of the Spirit, few understand that conviction is a core mark of true revival.

Drawing from Scripture, church history, and personal encounters, James unpacks how the...

In this special ministry and personal update, James W. Goll shares insights from over 50 years of walking with God, offering guidance on legacy, leadership, and what it means to live with a burning heart for Jesus.

From the Road to Emmaus encounter in Luke 24 to powerful, recent dreams filled with prophetic meaning, this message is both deeply personal and spiritually activating. James opens up about health challenges, ministry tra...

What if the missing ingredient in your walk with God is compassion?

In this Discerners Exhortation, James W. Goll invites you into a deeper understanding of Jesus' heart, one that is not distant or analytical, but deeply moved with compassion.

Through Scripture, personal encounters, and prophetic insight, you'll discover how compassion is not just a feeling—it's a force that moves us into action.

This message will challenge y...

Is there still fire burning on the altar of your heart?

In this heartfelt episode of the Praying Discerners Podcast, James W. Goll shares two powerful dreams about "fire on the altar" and takes us back to the heart of his very first book, The Lost Art of Intercession.

Drawing from Leviticus 6, James challenges every believer with a piercing question: After all the movements, the excitement, the battles, and the weariness of life &m...

How does God reveal His secrets?

In this powerful teaching, James W. Goll dives deep into the mystery of Amos 3:7, which reveals how God speaks, who He speaks to, and how His secrets are released in the earth. This message will challenge your theology, stir your hunger for intimacy with God, and invite you into a deeper friendship with Him.

God is not silent!

He is speaking. The question is, are we listening? Discover how God share...

In this exhortation, James W. Goll shares a timely prophetic word: You can be a deliverer.

Drawing from Psalm 84:10, the life of Esther, and themes from The Lifestyle of a Watchman, James reminds us that deliverers are not always platform personalities; they are faithful, persevering believers who do what matters.

Whether you feel ordinary, hidden, or overlooked, this message will stir your heart to embrace your calling in Christ.

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In this heartfelt and candid Prophetic Discerners podcast episode, James W. Goll of God Encounters Ministries addresses the stirring controversies rocking the prophetic and charismatic communities.

Amid recent exposures of sin, deception, and leadership failures (including cases involving Shawn Bolz, Mike Bickle, and others), James calls for needed integrity in leadership. He shares personal reflections, biblical wisdom, apologies ...

Join James W Goll in this episode of "The Discrnr's Exhortation" for February 2026, where he delivers a timely message: "Don't Give Up."

Drawing from key scriptures like Galatians 6:9 and 2 Corinthians 4:16, James encourages believers not to grow weary in doing good, promising that in due season, we will reap if we do not lose heart.

Amidst today's chaos, distractions, and controversies in the Body of Christ, he warns against getti...

In this Praying Discerners Podcast episode, James W. Goll builds on recent teachings about discerning the times with the Issachar anointing (1 Chronicles 12:32).

He revisits his January 1st vision of falling dominoes among nations—highlighted by shifts in Venezuela—and points to overlooked strategic places like Georgetown, Guyana, as a future port city for a major Holy Spirit outpouring.

The central message draws from P...

In this episode of the Prophetic Discerners Podcast, James W. Goll calls believers to wisely discern the times in a season of global shaking and realignment.

Building on his prophetic encounter from January 1st, the vision of falling dominoes representing nations, James unpacks 1 Chronicles 12:32 and the call to become modern-day sons of Issachar: those who understand the times and know how to respond.

This message addresses the da...

As we step into the beginning of 2026, James W. Goll releases a timely Discrnr's Word of Exhortation centered on the theme:

"Aligned for Battle — Watching the Dominoes Fall."

In this prophetic message, James unpacks a vision received on New Year's Day—a striking image of dominoes carefully aligned, then set into motion by the finger of God. What unfolds is a sober yet hope-filled perspective on nations shifting, walls c...

Prayer is not a last resort!

It is the tool of access given to every believer. In this powerful Global Prayer Storm episode, James Goll unveils the biblical and prophetic connection between prayer and supernatural breakthrough, drawing from Luke 1 and the moment Zechariah ministered at the altar of incense. What went up in prayer came back down as angelic visitation, promise, and miracle. This message reveals: • Why prayer opens he...

In this episode of The Discerners Prophetic Podcast, James W. Goll releases a weighty and timeless prophetic message titled "The House That Is Built to Last." In an era marked by shaking, testing, and realignment, this teaching calls believers to examine the foundation upon which their lives, families, churches, and even nations are being built. Drawing from the words of Jesus and the apostle Paul, James reminds us that winds, rain...