Karen Schatzline

“And then, after your brief suffering, the God of all loving grace, who has called you to share in his eternal glory in Christ, will personally and powerfully restore you and make you stronger than ever. Yes, he will set you firmly in place and build you up” (1 Peter 5:10, TPT). The past week, …

How You Can Emerge From Your Quarantine in Faith and Victory Read More »

So, I admit it. Just like so many others, I am a bit of a control freak. I like to be in control of my circumstances, events and surroundings. I strive to have answers and a plan for everything. I thrive in structure. Can anyone relate? During this time of uncertainty, it is increasingly more …

Evangelist: 5 Areas You Can Control in This Out-of-Control Season Read More »

Do you remember when you used to dream? What it felt like before you got on the treadmill of life, where your past mistakes and scars were a neon sign of yesterday’s promises? There is a moment where all of a sudden, you awaken to a new day, and God catches you on fire again. …

4 Ways to Stop Settling for Less Than God’s Best and Move Into Your Personal Promised Land Read More »

“Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow” (James 1:17, NLT). Can we be honest? I am sure like me, at one time or another, you have been afraid of the …

Your Faith-Filled Strategy to Fight the Shadows That Keep You From Your Destiny Read More »

“1 Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right hand and when you turn to the left” (Isa. 30:21). I recently read somewhere that we make approximately 5,000 decisions a day. Wow! I realize that I make a lot of decisions …

This Simple, Powerful Phrase Can Help You Reach Your True Potential in Christ Read More »

We recently went on a trip. Like normal, I took way too much in my luggage. I always do! Stuff I didn’t need, never used, unnecessary weight. I pack it—just in case I might need it. Anyone else like me? I have learned that there are two types of people: Type 1– The Underpacker: This …

Carrying Extra Baggage? Why Holy Spirit Says, ‘Let It Go’ Read More »

I’m here to speak to those who are ready to leave your excuses behind. Excuses cause a chain reaction of always missing out on our miracle and our blessing and lead to situations that leave an imprint of regret. My question to you today is, “What is keeping you from your miracle?” Are you waiting …

How to Leave Your Excuses Behind and Press Into Your Miracle Read More »

It is almost Thanksgiving, my absolute favorite holiday, along with Christmas. This past year has shown me a lot about being grateful. I am grateful for my health, my family, God’s provision, contentment, peace, hope and many other things. But I believe that having an attitude of gratitude is at the heart of finding that …

How Cultivating a Spirit of Gratitude Can Take Your Faith to the Next Level Read More »

Have you ever longed for peace? Searched for joy? I love to sit on the balcony during our family beach vacation. I am always mesmerized by the ocean crashing against the shore. I have said on numerous occasions that it is my happy place. As I look across the beautiful, methodical movements in this massive …

How Jesus Wants to Calm Your Personal Storm Right Now Read More »

I recently began a new video blog (vlog) on Facebook called “The Breathing Room.” Its purpose is framed in Job 33:4, “The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty has given me life.” God’s breath gives us life. We need His breath. Many know me as an international evangelist and …

Will You Let the Breath of God Do These Four Powerful Things in Your Life? Read More »

There is a battle raging. The enemy is not concerned about who you have been, but where you are going. Fear is a liar! I have learned that fear is a learned or perceived aberration (hallucination) that grows into an absolute. Fear is the thief of yesterday’s dreams. The intimidator of today’s promises. The emasculator …

3 Storm-Stopping Weapons God Gives You to Defeat Your Fears Read More »