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Secure the High Ground: Truth Is Your Terrain
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Secure the High Ground: Truth Is Your Terrain

By Drake Hunter | Commentary, Elevating Life Church “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist.” ~ Ephesians 6:14 ~ Truth is not optional equipment. It’s foundational positioning. Before Scripture tells us what to do, it tells us where to stand. During the Gulf War, I was stationed at Büchel Air Base in Germany. We weren’t on the front lines—but we were deeply involved, flying missions into the combat zone, delivering critical loads, and returning home. What stayed with me then—and still does now—was the contrast in terrain. Germany was lush, stable, and predictable. You could see the horizon clearly. You knew where you were. Operations ran smoothly. The ground beneath you felt secure. The comb...
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Know Your Enemy: Lies That Look Like Truth
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Know Your Enemy: Lies That Look Like Truth

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Elevating Life Church So that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine… rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up. ~ Ephesians 4:14 15 ~ A vivid memory from my time in the Air Force keeps coming back to me. We were practicing in low visibility in rural Germany (Büchel - 1989) at dusk, navigating unfamiliar terrain under mounting pressure. Everything seemed correct on paper—landmarks matched, instruments confirmed our location, and the plan felt solid. Yet, I had a strange feeling that something wasn't quite right. It wasn’t fear, but a sense of discernment. I paused and said, “Hold up. Something doesn’t match.” Some colleagues rolled their eyes, ...
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Strategy First: Obey Before You Engage
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Strategy First: Obey Before You Engage

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.”  ~ Proverbs 16:25 (ESV) ~ Before acting, consider who is guiding you—God or man. The divine plan or human influence. Or, good versus bad influence. We live in a world that prizes action. People, society, and negative influences often push us with "make the move," urging us to take a shot, trust our instincts, and do what feels right. This advice is everywhere, and on the surface, it seems empowering—even virtuous. But trusting feelings over God’s guidance can lead to uncertainty. Remember Michel de Montaigne's words: “A lost soul without a well-established aim loses itself.” That’s chaos. In genuine conflict, no...
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The War Within: Why 2026 Isn’t About Doing More—But Surrendering First
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The War Within: Why 2026 Isn’t About Doing More—But Surrendering First

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice Though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. ~ 2 Corinthians 10:3–6 ~ New year. New theme. New direction… But before anyone rushes into new goals, habits, or spiritual disciplines, let’s slow down and be honest for a moment. Because if we’re not careful, we’ll treat Christianity like a software update—something that boosts performance without changing ownership. And that’s not the faith Jesus called us into. This year, our theme is The Art of War – Jesus Style. That phrase might sound intense—and it should. Not because we’re seeking a fight, but because we’ve finally acknowledged something most people already know deep down: Lif...
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Serving Together — Mature Language of Love
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Serving Together — Mature Language of Love

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. ~ Galatians 5:13 ~ If love is who we are, what does it look like when we put that love to work? Interesting question. There is a special kind of strength that emerges when God’s people connect, bond, and pray... they serve together, which is the language of love. It’s a strength that the world cannot produce or imitate. This strength of unity is created—not by power, preference, or personality—but by love in action. Service occurs when freedom intersects with humility, and grace aligns with responsibility and accountability to the greater good. Service is the...
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Accountability & Encouragement — Growing Strong Together in Prayer
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Accountability & Encouragement — Growing Strong Together in Prayer

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Elevating Life Church Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds… encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.  ~ Hebrews 10:24–25 ~ As I write these words, Sherrie and I are again in the hospital, where we've spent the past 22 days experiencing a whirlwind of emotions and events. Each day presents new challenges—tests, treatments, setbacks, and small wins. The breathtaking sunrises over the Rocky Mountains seen from the hospital window serve as a constant reminder of hope. Your prayers have been our foundation during this journey. Your thoughtful messages, encouraging calls, and steadfast support showcase the true spirit of Christian unity in action. Sp...
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China’s Communist Regime Tightens Grip on Christmas Celebrations
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China’s Communist Regime Tightens Grip on Christmas Celebrations

By Michael Zhuang | The Epoch Times Authorities limit church services, campus activity, and public displays, leaving holiday events largely confined to officially sanctioned venues. Christmas Eve passed quietly across much of China this year as the Chinese communist regime tightened restrictions on religious gatherings, public celebrations, and even seasonal decorations, according to interviews with pastors, Christians, and residents across the country. House churches in several provinces said planned Christmas services were blocked by state security officials, universities warned students against public celebrations or social media posts related to Christmas, and police in Shanghai detained people participating in spontaneous street activities. Commercial Christmas ...
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Bonded in Battle — The Prayer That Holds Us Together
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Bonded in Battle — The Prayer That Holds Us Together

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice “Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests.”  ~ Ephesians 6:18 ~ As I write this, Sherrie and I are celebrating 38 years of marriage, and my thoughts turn not to the easy moments, but to the battles we’ve fought—and the quiet strength that has carried us through every one of them. As many of you know, we are in the middle of one of our toughest battles. The hospital lights hum above us, machines click and beep with precision after two major brain surgeries, now weeks spent surrounded by hospital walls with great uncertainty. Still…it was our honest, Spirit-led prayer that carried us through the uncertainty of Glioblastoma Stage IV Brain Cancer. Holding Sherrie’s hand, pra...
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Good News or Fake News: Joy — Real News Worth Celebrating
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Good News or Fake News: Joy — Real News Worth Celebrating

By Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice If hope helps us wait and peace helps us stand, then joy helps us move forward. Joy can sometimes be misunderstood. People often mix it up with happiness, think it’s just an emotion, or even brush it off as silly. But joy has its own special meaning! At its core, true joy isn’t shallow or fragile; it's strong and active. It shows up in our lives when things are real, and it deserves to be celebrated. As we reflect during this Advent season, let’s continue to think about this important question: “What’s shaping who you are—the Good News or the fake news?” The source you trust can really influence your peace and your joy in life. We understand that fake news promotes self-sufficiency, cynicism, and entitlement. Conversel...
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Growing Up in Prayer — Why It Matters for the Armor of God
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Growing Up in Prayer — Why It Matters for the Armor of God

By Pastor Drake Hunter | Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests   ~ Ephesians 6:18 ~ This week, our family celebrated a special milestone: my 9-month-old grandson, Thommy-boy, said his very first word—“Baby.” Moments like that remind us how wonderful life can be even during tough times. Later, I thought: What if, ten years from now, that was still the only word he could say? We’d all see that something was seriously wrong. Growth means expanding language, forming deeper connections, and improving our ability to communicate. Remember, prayer is the strength of a united relationship, whether it’s marriage, friendship, work, community, or even an Army—an Army of God ready to fight.  At this ...
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