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Come As You Are Series: Rahab The ProstituteHebrews 11:31 “By faith the prostitute Rahab did not perish along with those who were disobedient, after she had welcomed the spies in peace.”This series is to remind us that God wants us to come as we are. He doesn't expect us to wait until we have cleaned ourselves up or changed our habits before we go to Him. He wants us to come to Him as we are, and then He can help bring us to where He wants us to be. I love the quote, “God meets us where we are and He loves us too much to let us stay there.” We don't need to change before we go to God; we need God to help us change.Today, we are talking about Rehab the prostitute. You might wonder why we are talking about a prostitute. If you don't know Rahab's story, let me summarize it for you. God told the Israelites that He would give them Jericho as their promised land. Joshua sent two spies to check out that land. The Bible says, “So they went and entered the house of a prostitute whose name was Rahab, and rested there.” (Joshua 2:1) Why would these holy men go to rest at the prostitute's house? Could it be because she was an outcast, and so there wouldn't be a bunch of people at her house? Is it because she is used to hiding men in her house? We don't know exactly, as it doesn't say why they went there, just that they did go there.I heard Steven Furtick of Elevation church talking about this, and he said something that I thought was really good. He said sometimes God will use what you think is a weakness as part of His plan. Joshua's men chose to stay with Rehab, maybe for the very reason she would have thought God couldn't use her. I know if I were a prostitute, I would have counted myself out by being used by God. I would have thought that my sins were too great for God to have used me in any way. However, God used Rehab to hide these two men who went to check out the land for Joshua.These men stayed with Rahab, and then the king found out there were spies in his land, and he told Rahab to turn them over. Luckily, she had already hidden them, again, something her job would have taught her to do, and so she said that they had stopped by, but they left before the gates closed for the night. Rehab knew that God had sent these two guys and that He had planned to give Jericho to His people. She helped them so that they would spare her life when they came in to take the land. These men agreed to spare her and her family as long as they were inside her house with her. They gave her a scarlet cord to put in her window so they could tell all the troops to stay out of her home.Rahab used her talents to hide these men and, therefore, gained safety for her whole family. I bet her parents never saw that coming. I bet they never expected the skills she had learned because of her profession would wind up saving their lives someday. God's ways are a mystery to us. We don't understand His plan, and yet, with His plan, He shows us time and again that He is not choosing the perfect people to carry it out. He does not choose who we would have chosen.We talked about Tamar and how she dressed like a harlot to seduce her father-in-law to sleep with her so that she could have a baby. We discussed how, out of all the lineages of Jesus listed in the Gospels, Tamar, even after tricking and sleeping with her father-in-law, is only one of five women mentioned in the lineage of Jesus. Now we have Rehab, who is a prostitute, and she is another one of the five women listed in the lineage of Jesus. It says in Matthew 1:5, “Salmon fathered Boaz by Rahab, Boaz fathered Obed by Ruth, and Obed fathered Jesse.”In Jewish culture, when listing someone's lineage, it is customary to include the father's name. However, in the case of Jesus, it is mostly just the father's listed. However, there are five of the mothers listed. Just five in all those years. Matthew 1:17 says, “ So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; from David to the deportation to Babylon, fourteen generations; and from the deportation to Babylon to the [o]Messiah, fourteen generations.” There are 42 generations from Abraham to the Messiah listed in the Gospel of Matthew, and of those 42 generations, He only mentions 5 of the mothers. Those five women must have been pretty special for God to use them to help bring forth the Messiah.Did they feel special? Did they feel abandoned? With Tamar, we know she lost her husband and was promised that his brother would be given to her when he was of age, but he wasn't. Her father-in-law betrayed her, and so she took what she felt was hers. I doubt she felt special taking it, though. I suspect she didn't feel holy enough for the Lord to use her in an incredible way like He did. With Rehab, we don't know her story. We don't understand why she became a prostitute. We don't know any back story that would provide us insight into her career choice. However, I am willing to believe she didn't feel special. I am sure she was an outcast because of her profession. The women in town probably hated her, as some of their husbands probably went to see her.Why did God choose these women to help bring about His plan to save us with Jesus? Why are these women listed in the lineage when others are not? I believe it is because God wants to show us that you don't have to be perfect to be used by God. You don't have to be doing all the right things. You don't have to get it right all the time. Life is hard, and God knows that. He understands if we get lost and follow the wrong path in life. He is not condemning us or holding it against us. He is just patiently waiting for us to come back to Him.We mustn't count ourselves out. God can use us, no matter what we have done in the past. God will love us, no matter what we have done in the past or what we are doing now. He still loves us more than anything. Rehab was a prostitute, and yet her name made it into the lineage of Jesus. She is also mentioned two other times in the New Testament. One of those is the verse above. “By faith the prostitute Rahab did not perish along with those who were disobedient, after she had welcomed the spies in peace.” Rahab was not one of the chosen people of the time. She didn't see God part the Red Sea so she could walk through. She didn't see the manna sent from God every day to feed his people.She didn't see any of these miracles, but she did hear about them. She heard about them, and she believed them so much that she was willing to risk her life to hide the men of God so that they might spare her and her family's lives when they came back to conquer the land. Her faith in a God she didn't know was so great that she was willing to risk it all. There are many lessons we can learn from Rahab. One is that we don't need to be afraid to take risks when God is involved. Second is that God can use anyone for His plan. Third is that God may want to use that very thing that you feel is your greatest weakness, that very thing that fills you with so much shame. God can turn that shame into something you can be proud of if you let Him. Don't shut God out because you don't feel worthy. Ask Him to come into the messiness and allow Him to love you right where you are!Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode. Lord, we love you, and we ask you to help us know that you love us, too. Help us to believe that just as you did for Rahab, you can redeem us too. You can use us even though we are not perfect and we have made a lot of mistakes. Please help us to believe that we are exactly the type of person you could us to help bring your kingdom to earth. We ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's holy name, Amen!!Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. My daily devotional on Identity will be available on Amazon in the near future. Hopefully by the end of this month. I will keep you posted. Thank you for all your support, too! I really appreciate all your kind emails and text messages. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day!Today's Word from the Lord was received in May 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Try to focus on the reality of me and our connection every day, and you will see that my love is always there for you. Tell yourself every day, the Lord loves me.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

A hardened heart, spiritually unyielding, misinterprets God's actions, mistaking blessings for luck or coincidence. This was evident when Jesus fed 5,000, yet the disciples missed the miracle's purpose due to hardened hearts (Mark 6:52). Such hearts lack gratitude, attributing success to personal ability rather than divine grace. This vulnerability to deception, warned in 2 Thessalonians 2, allows Satan's lies to take root, as seen in end-time delusions about aliens and false truths. Only a tender heart, grounded in God's word, can receive divine revelation and avoid deception.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is a hardened heart?02.)How does God communicate with people?03.)What happens when a person's heart is hardened?04.)Why did the disciples not understand the miracle of the loaves?05.)How does a hardened heart affect gratitude?06.)What is the danger of a hardened heart in the end times?07.)What is the role of a tender heart?08.)What is the deception about aliens described in the sermon?09.)How does God respond to those who reject the truth?10.)How does a hardened heart impact receiving correction?

The Law of Renewal emphasizes the necessity of spiritual and mental rejuvenation to combat feelings of depletion and burnout. Drawing from Jesus' practice of retreating for prayer (Luke 5:16), it underscores the importance of stepping back to recharge. Spiritual renewal, through God's Word, prayer, and worship, and mental renewal, via affirmations and limiting distractions like social media, are vital for effectiveness and health. Transformation begins with belief, not behavior, enabling individuals to face new challenges with fresh anointing, impacting their lives and others positively.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the Law of Renewal?02.)Why do people feel depleted or stuck?03.)How did Jesus practice renewal?04.)What is spiritual renewal?05.)Why is daily renewal necessary?06.)How can one renew spiritually?07.)What is mental renewal?08.)How can you renew your mind?09.)Why does transformation start with belief?10.)What are the consequences of neglecting renewal?

Samson, blinded by sin, regained strength but needed guidance to use it effectively, illustrating the necessity of the prophetic word to direct God-given abilities. Jesus used simple agricultural metaphors to convey profound truths. A vision of an impatient farmer digging up seeds warns against frustration undermining faith. God works silently, promising a harvest for those who wait patiently. Worship and the prophetic word are key to unlocking divine breakthroughs. In August and September, a window of grace will bring supernatural promotions. Don't dig up your seed through impatience or sin; wait on God's timing.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What does Samson's story in Judges 16:26 teach us?02.)Why is the prophetic word important?03.)What lesson does the impatient farmer vision convey?04.)How does God work according to the sermon?05.)What is the significance of worship in the sermon?06.)What is the prophetic window mentioned for August and September?07.)How does impatience affect believers?08.)What does the sermon say about the incorruptible seed?09.)How did Judas illustrate the sermon's message?10.)What practical steps are given to avoid digging up the seed?

This sermon emphasizes the importance of God's Word as the foundation for life, drawing from Nehemiah 13. The Israelites, upon returning from exile, prioritized reading the Book of Moses, discovering God's command to separate from Ammonites and Moabites due to their lack of kindness and attempts to curse Israel. The sermon urges believers to prioritize public and private Bible reading, obey God's Word despite societal pressures, and separate from ungodly influences, such as negative voices or immoral music, to maintain holiness and receive God's blessings.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What did the Israelites do when they returned from exile?02.)What was found written in the Book of Moses?03.)Why is the Word of God important?04.)What does the sermon suggest about reading the Bible?05.)How should one approach Bible reading and study?06.)Why did God forbid Ammonites and Moabites from the assembly?07.)What is the significance of kindness to God's people?08.)What does it mean to be a doer of the Word?09.)What does separation from ungodly influences entail?10.)What are practical steps for living a separated life?

In this sermon from Esther 1, Pastor contrasts the "counsel of the world"—worldly experts like astrologers and politicians—with the "counsel of God." He urges basing life on God's Word for true wisdom, gained not just from reading but doing it (Psalm 111:10). Surround yourself with a godly inner circle of character, not mere position. Finally, counsel should root in love and mercy, not harsh law (Micah 6:8), restoring rather than punishing. Includes prophecy for India as a superpower and practical advice on marriage, career, and decisions. Hallelujah—seek God's higher road!All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the difference between the counsel of the world and the counsel of God?02.)How can one gain wisdom according to the sermon?03.)Why is King Ahasuerus's approach criticized?04.)What role does an inner circle play in decision-making?05.)What is the prophecy for India mentioned in the sermon?06.)How should Christians approach life's decisions?07.)What practical advice is given about marriage?08.)Why is doing God's Word emphasized over just hearing it?09.)How should leaders handle difficult decisions?10.)How should counsel be framed according to the sermon?

The Law of Impartation is a powerful spiritual principle that accelerates growth, empowers believers, and equips them for their destiny. Through the laying on of hands or covenant relationships, grace and spiritual gifts are transferred, multiplying anointing as seen in Moses and the elders (Numbers 11:17). Impartation breaks limitations, fosters spiritual growth, and positions individuals for their God-given purpose, as exemplified by Elisha's transformation from farmer to prophet. Rooted in honor and heart-to-heart connections, this divine law ensures no believer remains stagnant, unlocking rapid progress in faith, ministry, and even finances.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the Law of Impartation? 02.)Why is impartation important for spiritual growth? 03.)How does impartation work?04.)What are the three main purposes of impartation?05.)How did impartation function in the example of Moses?06.)What role does a covenant relationship play in impartation?07.)Can impartation impact areas beyond spiritual gifts?08.)Why does no one have all spiritual gifts?09.)How does impartation break limitations?10.)How does impartation position someone for their destiny?

The Law of Recognition teaches that you cannot receive what you fail to recognize. By discerning the value in what God has already given, like Moses' rod or the widow's oil, you unlock divine provision and breakthroughs. Failing to see this leads to missed opportunities, as with the Pharisees who overlooked Jesus. Recognition activates promotion and preservation, as seen with the thief on the cross who honored Jesus. This spiritual discernment transforms ordinary moments into supernatural blessings, guiding you to act on God's gifts with faith.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What is the Law of Recognition?02.) Why do we miss what God has already given?03.) How does the Law of Recognition work in practice?04.) What are examples of the Law of Recognition in the Bible?05.) What happens if you fail to recognize God's gifts?06.) Why is spiritual discernment important in the Law of Recognition?07.) How does Satan hinder the Law of Recognition?08.) What is the cost of unrecognized potential?09.) How can one activate the Law of Recognition?10.) How does recognition lead to promotion and preservation?

A compelling sermon, "The Danger of a Hardened Heart," based on Zechariah 7:11-12 and Hebrews 3:15, warns of spiritual resistance from ignoring God's promptings, rejecting truth, and unaddressed pain. A hardened heart, compared to flint, drowns out God's voice, fostering insensitivity, deception, and failure in vulnerable areas. This impacts relationships, resists the Holy Spirit, and increases deception risks. To maintain a tender heart, immerse in God's Word to break hardness and engage in fellowship with the Holy Spirit through worship, which counters lust and worldly distractions, ensuring spiritual sensitivity and divine connection.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is a hardened heart in a spiritual context?02.)What causes a heart to become hardened?03.)What is spiritual resistance?04.)How does God communicate with us?05.)What are the consequences of a hardened heart?06.)How does pain contribute to a hardened heart?07.)Why do new believers respond more readily to God's voice?08.)What is the antidote to a hardened heart?09.)How does worship help maintain a tender heart?10.)What is delayed obedience, and why is it problematic?

James 5:13-15 teaches us to pray during suffering and worship in joy, maintaining a prayerful attitude regardless of circumstances. When facing pain, trust in God's presence, as illustrated by a man's dream of God holding his hand through his wife's cancer battle. The prayer of faith, rooted in God's character, brings healing and forgiveness. Call for church elders to anoint and pray over the sick, fostering a healing community. Emotions can lead us to God's presence, and persistent prayer, even in weakness, activates divine healing and strengthens faith.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What should you do when suffering?02.)What should you do when cheerful?03.)Why is attitude important during suffering?04.)What is the significance of praying in the valley?05.)What does the dream of footprints illustrate?06.)What is the prayer of faith?07.)What should you do when sick?08.)Why involve elders in prayer for the sick?09.)What does anointing with oil represent?10.)How does prayer impact healing and forgiveness?

The Law of Recognition teaches that you cannot receive what you fail to discern. Recognizing the divine within the ordinary unlocks blessings, as seen in Matthew 14:34-36, where people recognized Jesus and received healing. Without recognition, treasures are treated as trash, leading to missed opportunities. Genesis 27 illustrates deception's power when Isaac failed to recognize Jacob. Luke 19 shows Jerusalem's destruction due to not recognizing Jesus. Jacob's vision in Genesis 28 reveals God's presence in a simple stone, transforming it into a divine portal, emphasizing discernment's role in spiritual growth.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the Law of Recognition?02.)Why is recognition important?03.)How does scripture illustrate the Law of Recognition?04.)What does it mean to recognize?05.)How does deception relate to recognition?06.)Why did Isaac fail to recognize Jacob?07.)What happens when you recognize God's presence?08.)How does recognition affect spiritual growth?09.)Why did Jerusalem suffer for not recognizing Jesus?10.)How can one develop recognition?

In James Chapter 3, Pastor emphasizes the sacred responsibility of teaching, warning against seeking it for status due to its stricter judgment. He highlights the power of the tongue, comparing it to a horse's bit or a ship's rudder, controlling life's direction. Words reflect spiritual maturity and can shape your future, acting as self-fulfilling prophecies. Negative speech can destroy, while positive confessions align with God's will, bringing prosperity without sorrow. Control your tongue to master your life, as small words spark great outcomes, like a forest fire ignited by a single spark.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What does James mean by "brethren"?02.) Why does James warn against becoming teachers?03.) What is the significance of the tongue in life?04.) How do words reflect spiritual maturity?05.) What is a self-fulfilling prophecy in this context?06.) Why is controlling the tongue important?07.) How can negative words harm?08.) What role does preparation play in teaching God's word?09.) How can positive confessions impact life?10.) What are the small things with big effects?

Jon & Debby discuss the current events in politics in America, including the latest on the world leaders meeting together and what we see with the Russia and Ukrainian war to this point.  Hear from sound byte from Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity.  Hope message is with Steven Furtick and lastly our health segment on processed foods part 2.

Guest speaker Dustin Schmidt shares an Open Mic message. You can watch the digital service on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Db4ehV3MJHE If you had questions during the message, text them to 567-246-0807 and we will contact you to discuss your thoughts. *Closing Song is "Trust in God" - Lyrics: Chris Brown, Steven Furtick, Brandon Lake, Mitch Wong - © 2023 Music by Elevation Worship Publishing (BMI) / Brandon Lake Music (ASCAP) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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In this dynamic and faith-filled message, Pastors Michael Todd and Steven Furtick team up to address one of the greatest spiritual battles believers face—the battle of the mind. With boldness, vulnerability, and biblical authority, they reveal how our thoughts shape our identity, influence our decisions, and determine the direction of our lives. Jaggy and I thank you for tuning in and SHARING! Key insights include: How to identify toxic mindsets and replace them with truthWhy your mind is the battlefield where victory is either won or lostThe power of daily confession, focus, and intentional thought patternsBiblical strategies to renew your mind and align your thinking with God's purpose Through powerful teaching and real-life stories, Michael and Steven equip you to break free from fear, insecurity, and mental strongholds—so you can walk in the confidence, clarity, and peace that comes from a renewed mind anchored in Christ.

James 2:14-15 teaches that true faith in Jesus produces transformation, is practical, and shows evidence. Faith without works is dead; it must lead to a changed life, reflecting Christ's love through actions. Attending church or receiving prophecies doesn't make one a Christian—living out God's Word does. Practical faith meets real needs, like helping the poor or praying for others. Evidence of faith is seen in daily practices, like reading the Bible and forgiving others, proving one's commitment to Christ.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What does James 2:14 teach about faith?02.)Why is transformation important in faith?03.)What does it mean for faith to be practical?04.)How is faith evidenced in a believer's life?05.)Does attending church make someone a Christian?06.)What is the problem with faith that is only spoken?07.)How does Matthew 7:21 relate to the message?08.)Why should believers pray and fast?09.)What role does forgiveness play in faith?10.)Why do some people come to church for the wrong reasons?

In Luke 7, a Roman centurion, valuing intercession, sends Jewish elders to plead with Jesus to heal his dying servant. His love for Israel and investment in building a synagogue prompt Jesus to respond immediately. This illustrates a divine principle: supporting God's house through prayer, service, and giving leads to divine favor. The sermon emphasizes that building God's house ensures blessings, healing, and transformation. Examples from David and Elijah highlight how devotion to God's work brings eternal rewards, urging believers to prioritize God's house for supernatural prosperity.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What is the law of intercession?02.) Why did Jesus respond quickly to the centurion's request?03.) What does building God's house involve?04.) What happens when you support God's house?05.) Why is the house of God important?06.) How did David contribute to God's house?07.) What was the widow's role in supporting God's house?08.) What does Psalm 127:1 teach about building God's house?09.) What happens if you neglect God's house?10.) What promise does Haggai 2:19 offer?

Explore the seven levels of prayer, from foundational "Calling on the Lord" to the profound "Ministering to the Lord." Each level—Calling, Crying Out, Seeking, Knocking, Groaning, Wrestling, and Ministering—represents increasing intensity and spiritual depth. Drawing from Psalm 138:3 and other scriptures, this teaching illustrates how desperate cries, persistent seeking, and selfless worship can lead to miracles, divine encounters, and transformed destinies. Embrace the challenge to grow in prayer, moving beyond basic requests to a priestly level of total devotion, where one's heart belongs solely to God.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.) What are the seven levels of prayer?02.) What does "Calling on the Lord" mean?03.) What is "Crying Out" in prayer?04.) How quickly can God respond to prayer?05.) What is the "Seeking" level of prayer?06.) What happens at the "Knocking" level?07.) What is the "Groaning" level of prayer?08.) What does "Wrestling with God" involve?09.) What is the highest level of prayer?10.) How can prayer change destinies?

The Law of Trade-Offs teaches that growth requires sacrifice. As illustrated in Luke 9:23, following Jesus demands denying oneself and carrying the cross daily. Whether in career, spiritual life, or personal growth, advancing means letting go of comfort, familiarity, or immediate gratification for greater purpose, legacy, and eternal impact. Examples like Abraham, Catherine Kuhlman, and Benny Hinn show that surrendering to God's call, despite fear, comfort, or pride, leads to divine promotion. Trading off worldly desires for God's plan refines purpose, granting spiritual authority and lasting influence.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is the Law of Trade-Offs? 02.)What does Luke 9:23 teach about trade-offs?03.)Why is growth costly?04.)What did Catherine Kuhlman trade off05.)What did Abraham sacrifice for God's promise?06.)Why do people resist trade-offs?07.)What did Benny Hinn give up?08.)What are common trade-offs for spiritual growth?09.)How does Jesus exemplify the Law of Trade-Offs?10.)What is the outcome of making trade-offs for God?

In James 1, humility, maturity, and wisdom are key to overcoming lack. Humility, as a bondservant, reflects surrender to God's will, not outward acts. Maturity develops through trials, refining faith and building patience, leading to completeness. Wisdom, freely given by God, guides finances, relationships, soul-winning, health, and service. Ask in faith, trusting God's character, without doubting, to avoid being double-minded. Embrace these principles to remain stable, lack nothing, and walk in spiritual authority, relying on God's promises amidst life's challenges.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is a bondservant?02.)What is true humility?03.)How does humility relate to spiritual authority?04.)Why were the 12 tribes scattered?05.)When does God often speak to us?06.)What does the testing of faith produce?07.)What is the purpose of trials?08.)What does maturity mean in Christianity?09.)What is wisdom, and how can we obtain it?10.)What is a double-minded man?

In James 1:12, the blessed person endures temptation, refined like gold through trials, emerging stronger in faith. God doesn't tempt but provides a way out, as seen with Joseph. Temptation stems from personal desires, which Satan exploits, targeting weaknesses like lust or greed. Overcoming requires love for God, not fear, through worship and walking in the Spirit. By addressing desires early, believers break sin's cycle, finding deliverance through God's grace, not condemnation, and receiving the imperishable crown of life promised to those who love HimAll these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)Who is considered blessed according to James 1:12?02.)What does it mean to endure temptation?03.)Does God tempt people?04.)What is the crown of life?05.)How does temptation work?06.)What is the role of love in overcoming temptation?07.)How does Satan target individuals?08.)What is the "way out" of temptation?09.)What is the mystery of iniquity?10.)How can believers achieve victory over temptation?

A trade-off means letting go of something to gain something else. If you don't choose your trade-offs, they'll choose you, leading to anxiety, temptation, or stagnation. Jesus made the ultimate trade-off, exchanging divine glory for human form, humbling Himself to death on the cross. To embrace the right trade-offs: ask the Holy Spirit for guidance, reframe sacrifices as seeds, surround yourself with sacrificial people, and celebrate progress, not perfection. Every step of obedience leads to maturity, and the greatest elevation follows the greatest surrender.All these questions were answered just as Perry Stone, Jonathan Cahn, John Hagee, Jentezen Franklin, Benny Hinn, Chris Oyaklihome, Steven Furtick, Joel Osteen, Joseph Prince, Joyce Meyer, Paul Dhinakaran, Samuel Patta, Ezekiah Francis, Johnson Varghese, Paul Thangiah, Mohan C Lazarus, TD Jakes and others01.)What is a trade-off?02.)What happens if you don't choose your trade-offs?03.)Why is prayer important in the context of trade-offs?04.)What did the survey of leaders reveal about trade-offs?05.)How does saying "yes" to something affect trade-offs?06.)What does 1 Corinthians 10:23 teach about trade-offs?07.)What was Jesus' ultimate trade-off?08.)What is humility according to the sermon?09.)How can you embrace the right trade-offs?10.)What is the significance of reframing sacrifices as seeds?

Brandon Lake is one of the biggest names in the contemporary Christian music scene. His hit song Hard Fought Hallelujah has only boosted his mainstream popularity, especially after teaming up with the wildly successful Jelly Roll. Some see the collaboration as a compromise, others as an opportunity to reach the lost. But in a recent interview with Jelly Roll, it seems Brandon Lake may be taking a page out of his friend and co songwriter Stephen Furtick's playbook using Scripture out of context to soften the blow of the gospel message. Furtick once told Charlamagne the God that Jesus's words in John 14:6 "I am the way, the truth, and the life" weren't exclusive but actually inclusive. Now, Lake, in similar fashion, tells JellyRoll that Jesus built his church on homosexuals and adulterers who didn't receive grace. Is this the truth wrapped up in compassion? Or is this compromise dressed up as outreach? Follow Good Fight Ministries on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodfightministries  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodfightministries  Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/goodfightmin  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodfightministries  Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodfight  Marvel & DC's War on God: The Antichrist Agenda https://www.goodfight.org/product/marvel-dc-war-on-god-antichrist-agenda/  We're on Rumble! https://rumble.com/GoodFightMinistries 

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We feel the need to be behind the wheel. To choose our future. To control our lives. But very little turns out the way we designed. Haven't we learned by now…We are not masters and commanders of the universe. But we follow the one who is.The sermon today is titled "You Are Not In Control." This sermon is the sixteenth installment in our series "Follow Me," and is the fifth in the sub-series "More Like Jesus." The Scripture reading is from Romans 8:27-28 (Wright's Kingdom Version). Originally preached at West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on June 22, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Spiritual Formation.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):John Mark Comer, Practicing The Way.Steven Furtick, "Let go! You are not in control." Sermon, Elevation Church."N. T. Wright on the most misunderstood verse." Russell Moore Show.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What Is Expectant Faith?Galatians 6:9 “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”I heard this verse on the Elevation Podcast this morning. It was not this week's sermon; it was from May 4, 2025. The episode was titled, “All You've Got To Do Is Don't.” It was a really great sermon, and I invite you to check it out. There were a lot of things that he covered today, but one of them, especially this verse, spoke to my heart and answered a question that I had just been talking to God about while I was at Eucharistic Adoration. I was sitting there talking to the Lord about my disappointment when prayers aren't answered when I think they should be. This is something I think we all deal with. Yet, I am not sure we all know it is ok to be disappointed.I am going to share my struggle with you this morning in case anyone else has been struggling with a similar issue. I have spent a long time getting to know God and learning about all of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. I have spent a long time trying to understand what it means to have the Holy Spirit living inside of me. Trying to understand how to use the power that God sent to us with the Holy Spirit.  I have been learning about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how to use them for at least 7 years now in the Charismatic Renewal. I have just spent 2 years becoming equipped and activated to use those gifts through the Encounter School of Ministry, Boston Campus.I tell you all of this to say that I have come to know God well over the last 8 years. I have come to know how much He loves us and how he wants us all whole and healed. He doesn't want any of His children to suffer. He doesn't want a single one of us to be lost or separated from Him. I know all of this, and so when I pray with someone for healing or for something else, and I don't see results, I get confused. This may seem prideful, and this may seem like I am trying to take credit for the healing. I am not sure what this says about me. I am just being honest with you and letting you know how I feel.Here is what I wrote in my journal this morning when I was coming to the Lord for answers. “Lord, why do I get so upset waiting for your timing? Why do some people have to wait so long for relief? Why does my friend still need to have nightmares, and why is my other friend still blind? Why lord? What am I missing? I feel we do believe. I feel we are coming to you in expectant faith. We are asking in Jesus' name. So why the delayed answers? Why isn't everyone healed? Am I doing something wrong? Am I not doing something I should be? Is something else getting in the way? Please help me to understand.”Here is what I felt like the Lord said back to me. "My dearest daughter, it is not you. You are not the one healing. I am. I can heal through imperfect people. I can heal even if you don't say or do the right thing. I can use you even though you weren't perfect.”I replied in my journal, “What about when Jesus ' apostles couldn't get the demon out of that man's son, and Jesus said Oh, faithless generation, how long will I be with you? This is confusing to me because it does seem like it was the disciples' fault, almost. It seems like Jesus was saying that they didn't have enough faith or they didn't pray enough. What am I missing, Lord? Please help me to understand this better.” I also wrote down two verses from this section. Mark 9:23 “Jesus said to him, ‘If I can! Everything is possible to one who has faith.'” and Mark 9:24 “The boy's father said, ‘I do believe, help my unbelief.”This is when my hour of adoration ended, and I needed to get home to wake Ryan up for school. I figured I would talk to the Lord about this later, as I was still not sure what I was missing. Then I heard this verse on my way home; I felt like the Lord was speaking it directly to me. Here is the verse again, “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” The words that the Lord highlighted for me were IN DUE SEASON. I felt like the Lord was telling me that only He knows when it is the right time for something to happen. I know his timing is best. I know He knows all, and that He can do all. I know all of this, and yet when I am praying for someone, I am expecting immediate results because I know God wants everyone healed. I know He doesn't want to see His children suffer.I know all of this, and that is why I get so confused. I don't understand why He won't just take this from them. I know He can use it for good, and yet I also know He can do anything, so He could teach them what He wants to teach them in a different way. I just don't want to see people suffering. I want God to take this from them. I feel the Holy Spirit putting on my heart that this is the same in my own life. I want to take the suffering away from my kids or my loved ones, and yet sometimes that is not what they need. Sometimes they need to go through it to get to the other side. Sometimes, when we keep people from suffering, we are robbing them of the lessons and the blessings they will gain by going through the suffering.God doesn't need my friend to have the nightmares in order for her to learn a lesson or gain the blessings, yet this might be better than the alternative. Or the blessings might be greater than if she didn't go through this. For instance, maybe He will use this experience to help her be a more powerful intercessor for others who are tortured in this way. My friend doesn't need to be blind in order for God to accomplish what He is doing, and yet God has a plan, and as much as I don't understand it, it is much better than my plan, and it will all make sense one day.Let's look at the verse again. "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Let us not grow weary of doing good. This is something that Steven Furtick addressed in the sermon he gave, and it really spoke to me. What he said can help us not to grow weary and not to give up. He said it is not the work, or the doing good, that makes us weary. It is the expectations. Man, this hit me right in the heart. Praying for people does not make me weary. My expectations of the outcome of those prayers can sometimes make me weary.I feel as though the Lord was speaking to me about expectant faith this morning with this message. I mentioned in my journal entry that my friends I mentioned above and I are coming to the Lord with expectant faith, we know God can heal them, and we are asking in Jesus' name, so why aren't they being healed? First, as I wrote, I realized that they are being healed in so many ways, just not the way I thought they should be healed. He is working on so many things with them. They feel His presence so much more than they did before all the prayer. He is working. Second, I feel the Lord was convicting me that expectant faith isn't attached to a timeline. For instance, expectant faith doesn't mean that I wake up expecting to be healed today. Expectant faith is knowing that my healing, or their healing, is coming in due season. Knowing that we have asked for it, and when we ask, God answers. I feel as though the Lord was convicting me this morning that expectant faith is knowing that God will heal me or them at the right time, and that until that healing comes, He will continue to give me all I need to make it through this difficult time. Expectant faith is knowing that God has this all under control, and although I want it to be over today, I know that God's plan is better than my plan.  I feel strongly that God is telling me that my expectations of time are what I need to let go of. God's ways are higher than my ways, and I won't understand them, and I don't need to understand them. I feel as though He is telling me to let go of my expectations of time. I feel He is telling me that expectant faith is praising him for the healing, even though I don't see it yet. Praise Him for delivering my friend from her nightmares, even though she hasn't been delivered yet. Not because I see proof of that delivery. Not because I see proof of that healing. Praise Him because of my expectant faith that the healing and the deliverance are coming on His timeline and that if we don't give up, if we don't grow, we will reap the harvest.I pray this is for someone else besides me this morning. I pray that if you are waiting for answers to your prayers, this will bring you some comfort. I pray you will join me in releasing the expectations of “when” and start praising the unseen answers. I pray you will start praising the Lord with expectant faith that He will answer your prayers, in due season, and that you will eventually reap the harvest of all those prayers and all that expectant faith!Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening. Lord, please help us to have expectant faith and to release our expectations of timelines. Lord, help us to know that your time is better than our time and your plan is better than our plan. Help us to be humble and to release our expectations of when and how. Lord, let us praise you for answering our prayers in any way you want. Let us not grow weary of doing good, and let us not give up. Let us trust that you will give us whatever it is we need to get through this hard time. We love you, Lord, and we ask all of this in the name of Jesus! Amen.Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I am trying to get my devotional book about Identity out into the world by the end of June, so be on the lookout. If you are not already signed up to get my email newsletter so you can stay informed of any books, retreats, talks, etc., please click on the link below. I don't send a lot of emails, just one per week with all the info.  CLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily life.  I look forward to meeting you here again tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day!Today's Word from the Lord was received in October 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “The pillar of fire by night was not only to enable my people to move forward. As they moved forward, it was also a shield impenetrable by their enemies.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

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In this episode of the Westminster Effects Doxology Podcast, we dive into the importance of lyrical analysis and discernment in evaluating popular worship music. They discuss why they critique prominent figures and ministries like Elevation Worship, Steven Furtick, Bethel Music, and Cory Asbury, emphasizing the need to examine songs and teachings through the lens of Sola Scriptura and Tota Scriptura. The conversation explores how theological accuracy in worship impacts the church and offers guidance on approaching discernment thoughtfully without "dropping nukes" on every issue.Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠X⁠.Join the discussion at the Westminster Effects Green Room.Buy your guitar effects at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠westminstereffects.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticBecome A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuHNotorious Mass Effect, hosted by Analytic Dreamz, dives into Brandon Lake's “Hard Fought Hallelujah” in this segment. Released November 8, 2024, the song blends contemporary Christian worship with heartland rock and soul, featuring collaborations with Jelly Roll and Elevation Worship's Steven Furtick. Debuting at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs and Digital Song Sales, it garnered 7 million U.S. streams and 13,000 downloads in its first week. With a Jelly Roll remix gaining country radio traction and a gospel version targeting new audiences, Lake's genre-blending hit dominates charts. Analytic Dreamz explores Lake's upcoming King of Hearts album, set for June 13, 2025, and his 2025 arena tour, highlighting his rise in faith-based and mainstream music.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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