When the Devil Can’t Get to You, He’ll Go After Them

If the enemy can’t get to you, he’ll aim his attacks at those closest to you - your children, your spouse, your parents, your siblings, even those friends who are like family to you. We live in a wicked generation, where demonic influence moves subtly through media, relationships, and culture. And while worry may keep you up at night, it will never protect the ones you love. Only prayer can do that.

The Bible says in 1 John 5:14 (NLT), “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him.” 

When you pray in alignment with God’s Word, heaven backs your request with divine power. If God promised it, you can pray it. If God wills it, you can believe for it. God wills that your loved ones would be surrounded by godly influence; thus, you can pray for such.

“Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.” - Psalm 1:1-2 (NLT)

One of the most vital prayers you can pray on behalf of your loved ones right now is for the removal of ungodly influences. This world speaks with many voices; some enticing, some deceiving, all competing for the heart. Psalm 1:1-3 paints the picture: the blessed man does not “follow the advice of the wicked” but delights in the Lord’s Word and prospers in all he does. Your intercession can redirect paths, close wrong doors, and open divine appointments. 

A single Spirit-led prayer can prevent a harmful meeting or delay a destructive decision. You can’t always be with them. You can’t always protect them. But you can always pray. And when you pray God’s will, you surrender them to God’s care. Prayers cancel the plans of Hell.

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When The Bible Comes Alive

Have you ever read your Bible only to feel like you accomplished nothing? 

Maybe a fleeting inspiration, a nice quote to carry you through the day. But then, hours later, it’s gone. No transformation. No traction. Just another passage forgotten in the rush of life. If you've been there, you’re not alone. But that isn’t how it’s meant to be. God has more for you. You don’t need to settle.

The Bible is not a natural text; it’s supernatural.

Jesus said, “The very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” - John 6:63 (NLT)

If we approach Scripture as mere literature, we might glean a little encouragement, but we’ll miss the power - the very power that breaks habits, changes character, and ignites a holy fire within. That power comes only when the Word is received in the spirit, not just the intellect.

Matthew 13 tells us the parable of the sower. The seed, which represents the Word of God, only bears lasting fruit when it falls on “good soil.” Jesus explains that this “good soil” is the person who truly hears and understands the Word (Matthew 13:23, NLT). But many never get there. Why? Because they read the Bible without the help of the precious Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 2:14 (NLT) says, “But people who aren’t spiritual can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them… For only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means.”

Without the Holy Spirit, Scripture remains locked. But when you read with Him, He opens your eyes. You’re no longer reading about God. You’re fellowshipping with Him.

Then there’s the issue of depth. Some believers start strong but fall away when trials hit. Why? Shallow roots. And shallow roots grow from shallow study. A verse of the day is a great start, but it’s not the destination. You need consistency. Obsession. A love for the Word that drives you to take in much of it daily, not out of guilt, but out of hunger.

Finally, beware the thorns. Distraction will kill your devotion. Jesus said the Word is choked by the worries of life and the lure of wealth (Matthew 13:22). So slow down. Meditate. Read slowly, think deeply, and repeat the Word out loud. Absorb it.

This isn’t about checking a box. This is about transformation. It’s about reading until your heart burns, like the disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:32).

Don’t just study Scripture. Receive it. Cherish it. Meditate on it. And let it set your spirit ablaze.

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God Resists the Proud

If pride has taken root in your heart, your prayers will hit a spiritual ceiling.

“God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” - James 4:6 (NKJV)

Think about that. God resists the proud. Not ignores. Not delays. Resists. That reality should shake us out of complacency. That’s more than just a lack of spiritual momentum. That’s divine resistance. God resists.

Pride is subtle. It doesn’t always show up as arrogance. Sometimes it just looks like unhealthy independence. You stop asking God for help, not because you’re trying to be rebellious, but because you think, “I’ve got this all figured out.” That can be pride. And God loves us too much to not interfere when we’re operating in ungodly self-reliance.

Or maybe pride shows up as religious performance, constantly trying to “earn” what’s already yours by grace. You fast more, pray louder, serve harder, not because you love God, but maybe because deep down, you think your effort is what gives you access to God. That’s pride.

When you walk in humility, you walk under the authority of the Word. And authority is what gives your prayer weight. But pride misaligns you from God’s authority.

Look at Acts 19:15, when demons said, “Jesus I know, and Paul I know about, but who are you?” The seven sons of Sceva tried to cast out demons using Jesus’ name like a magic spell. However, because they lacked genuine submission to God, they lacked power.

You may be praying all the right words, but if you’re living self-reliantly, you're missing the posture to which God responds.

Humility isn’t weakness. It’s alignment. It’s saying, “Lord, I know what I think, but I trust what You say. I know my plans, but I yield to Yours.” That’s the heart posture that causes Heaven to lean in. If you want to pray prayers that move Heaven and shake Hell, humble yourself before God.

For more about this topic, watch “9 Destructive Behaviors That Weaken Your Prayers (Without You Realizing It)” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Before God Can Bless You

You’ve prayed. You’ve persisted. You’ve fought to stay hopeful in the middle of the financial storm. And yet, breakthrough still feels just out of reach. But what if your current struggle is not God’s rejection but preparation?

Many believers ask for financial abundance, but few are willing to become the kind of person who can carry it. Before God blesses you with wealth, He develops your heart. Because money, for all its power, is merely a tool - and a dangerous one in the wrong hands.

That’s why Scripture warns, “For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.” - 1 Timothy 6:10 (NLT)

The danger isn’t in the money itself, but in how we treat it. There are three traits God looks for before He entrusts wealth to His children: generosity, stewardship, and faithfulness.

#1 Generosity

God doesn’t respond to greed; He responds to giving. Generosity isn’t about manipulating God into blessing you; it’s about demonstrating that money doesn’t have your heart.

Scripture is clear: “God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.” - 2 Corinthians 9:8 (NLT)

The goal of biblical prosperity isn’t luxury. It’s overflow, for the sake of others. That’s real prosperity: having your needs met and enough left over to bless those around you.

#2 Stewardship

It’s not enough to give; you must also manage well what you have. Some cry out for financial miracles but haven’t learned to handle money wisely. They give generously, but they also overspend, live beyond their means, and blame the devil for what discipline could fix.

Jesus said, “To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given.” - Matthew 25:29 (NLT)

God is a God of order, and His blessing flows where there is diligence.

#3 Faithfulness

Perhaps the most overlooked key. Some give for a few months and stop. Others budget for a few weeks and quit. But breakthrough belongs to the consistent.

“At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” - Galatians 6:9 (NLT).

The blessing isn’t for those who try; it’s for those who persist. If God hasn’t brought the financial breakthrough yet, it’s not because He’s ignoring your prayers. It may be because He’s still forming your character. When you walk in generosity, master stewardship, and hold fast in faithfulness, you position yourself for the release.

So don’t just ask God to bless your finances. Ask Him to build you into the kind of person He can trust with abundance.

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Jesus is Victorious

Fear has crept into the Church, often disguised as eschatology and end times warnings. Many believers today walk around thinking we’re backed into a corner, bracing for escape, convinced that darkness is growing too strong, too fast, for light to keep up. But this fear-driven mindset doesn’t come from heaven; it comes from misinformation. Because the truth is that we’re not losing. We’re advancing.

Scripture doesn't present a Church that's slowly retreating into irrelevance, waiting for rescue. It paints the picture of a victorious Church, one that plunders the house of the strongman (Matthew 12:29), one that expands like yeast in dough, like a mustard seed growing into a mighty tree (Matthew 13:31-33). The kingdom doesn't shrink. The kingdom grows.

Jesus Christ already reigns. Philippians 2:9-11 tells us plainly: "Therefore God elevated Him to the place of highest honor and gave Him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow... and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

Not someday. Now. His authority is not pending. It’s present. He reigns, and His kingdom is expanding.

Yes, evil may intensify. Yes, darkness may shout louder. But the light always shines brighter. John 1:5 declares: "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

Stop agreeing with the narrative of fear. Start agreeing with heaven’s perspective. Satan is bound. The cross embarrassed the kingdom of hell. The Church is not in survival mode. We’re in takeover mode.

The gates of hell will not prevail against us because gates don’t move. We’re the ones advancing. The enemy isn’t storming. He’s defending what little ground he has left. And every time a soul is saved, every time truth is preached, every time we disciple a generation, we take even more from Satan's ever-weakening grip.

We don’t preach from panic. We preach from power. We don’t retreat from culture. We invade it. We don’t long for escape. We long for expansion.

Jesus said in Matthew 28:18-19, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations…"

His reign is our reason to move forward in boldness. So no more shrinking back. No more hopeless rhetoric. We are not the defeated Church. We are the victorious Bride of Christ.

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God Hid You On Purpose

Have you ever felt invisible, like no one sees your gift, your effort, your obedience? You know you carry something from God. You know you've been called. But the doors aren't opening. The opportunities seem few. The people who should support you don't. It feels like God is delaying the dream He gave you. But here's the truth you may not want to hear: God hid you on purpose.

Joseph was thrown into a pit by his jealous brothers. The only ones who knew he was there were the ones who wanted to keep him hidden. No applause. No audience. Just silence. And yet, this was the very first step toward his destiny. The dream wasn't dead; it was in motion.

God will hide you not to harm you but to protect you. Why? Because premature exposure will crush you. He's not just preparing the platform; He's preparing you. You want the dream, but the dream requires weight. It demands character. And character is formed in obscurity.

We think hiddenness is a delay, but it's in hiddenness that your motives are revealed. When no one is watching, when no one is clapping, when there's nothing to gain, will you still show up? Will you still serve? Will you still obey when there's no recognition, no confirmation, no response?

That's where the fire is hottest, and that's where your motives are purified. Because if you're in it for the praise, you won't last. If you're in it for the spotlight, you'll burn out. But if you're in it for God's glory, hiddenness becomes sacred ground.

Remember what Scripture says:

"Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph's character." - Psalm 105:19 (NLT)

So don't despise the season you're in. Don't try to force your way out of the pit. If God placed you there, then that pit is holy ground. The ones who overlooked you didn't disqualify you. They're just not the ones God will use to promote you. Heaven sees what man ignores.

You're not stuck. You're being shaped. Every hidden moment is producing something eternal. God hasn't forgotten about the dream. He's just more interested in developing you than delivering the blessing.

Stay faithful in the unseen. Because when God is ready to promote you, no one will be able to stop it.

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Why You Feel Attacked Right Now

What if the attack you’re facing is actually a sign that God is about to use you?

Jesus wasn’t attacked at the temple. He was attacked in the wilderness—tired, hungry, alone.

“Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil.” - Matthew 4:1 (NLT)

That’s where the enemy strikes: in the silence, in the waiting, right before the breakthrough.

If you’re facing unusual pressure, heaviness, or temptation, don’t panic. It could mean you’re standing at the edge of God’s next move in your life. Every battle Jesus faced in the wilderness came before His public ministry began.

The enemy attacks most fiercely right before God releases you. The intensity of your battle could mean you’re closer to your calling than you think.

Don’t quit now. Keep standing. Your breakthrough is near.

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Hosting the Holy Spirit in Holiness

There is no greater privilege than hosting the presence of the Holy Spirit.

As believers, we know He dwells within us. But His indwelling presence isn’t something we should take lightly. We are His hosts. And as hosts, we must be careful not to grieve Him.

“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” - Ephesians 4:30 (NKJV)

That verse reveals something beautiful and profound: the Holy Spirit feels grief. He is not merely a force or power—He is a Person. And like any person, He can be hurt—not because He’s weak, but because He loves deeply.

Holiness, then, isn’t just about avoiding punishment—it’s about honoring a relationship. It’s saying, “Holy Spirit, I want You to be pleased with my life. Let my words, my choices, and even my daily habits say, ‘You are welcome here.’”

That’s what it means to be His temple.

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.” - 1 Corinthians 6:19 (NIV)

Imagine that—your physical body is His dwelling place. So ask yourself:

• What am I doing with the Holy Spirit’s hands?

• What am I watching with His eyes?

• What am I saying with His mouth?

These aren’t questions of shame. They are questions of awareness. Because when you truly remember Who lives in you, everything changes.

The call to holiness isn’t just about what we stop doing. It’s about why we stop. We turn from sin not to earn God’s love, but to protect our connection with His presence.

“Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart…” - Psalm 24:3-4 (NIV)

Holiness is not a cold religion.
It’s an intimate reverence.
It’s not legalism—it’s love.

Make Him feel welcome.
Make Him feel at home.

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You’re Already in a War

There’s a lot of talk about war right now. Headlines. Social media. Fear everywhere. But as believers, we should never panic, for God is in control. What we must be is aware. Because whether you know it or not, you’re already in a war—a spiritual war. And this war affects both this life and the next.

Every war is fought in battles, so here are five key battles you're engaged in every single day:

#1. The battle for your mind

The enemy attacks your peace, joy, and clarity.

“But don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
– Philippians 4:6–7 (NLT)

When you are grounded in the Word, your mind becomes steady. Even when life feels like it's spinning, clarity comes through communion with God. Win the battle for your mind by grounding yourself in the truth of God’s Word. In this spiritual discipline, do not give up any ground. The Word. Every day. No exceptions. No excuses.

#2. The battle for your purity

Temptation is not an event—it’s a process. In regard to purity, there are three major areas we battle daily:

We win the battle for sexual purity when we flee from temptation instead of debating with it.

“Run from sexual sin! No other sin so clearly affects the body as this one does. For sexual immorality is a sin against your own body. Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.”  – 1 Corinthians 6:18–20 (NLT)

We win the battle for purity of speech by practicing wisdom and self-control.

“Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.” – Ephesians 4:29 (NLT)

And we win the battle for pure motives when we remain aware of God’s watchful, knowing gaze.

“People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives.”  – Proverbs 16:2 (NLT)

#3. The battle for your relationships

To win the battle in the area of your relationships, be aware of how others are influencing you.

“Don’t be fooled by those who say such things, for ‘bad company corrupts good character.’” – 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NLT)

Yes, avoid ungodly influences, but also be sure to intentionally invest in godly relationships. Don’t be so reclusive and difficult to reach that you push people away. Don’t settle for shallow connections. Invest in godly friendships. Cut off ungodly influences.

#4. The battle for your attention

Respect yourself. Respect the time God has given you. Remain aware of your own mortality. Assess how much time you’re wasting. Rest? Of course. Waste? Never.

Where does your time go? Budget your time like you budget your money. Conserve your energy as a valuable resource, because it is. Spend your attention wisely, because the enemy is trying to get you to entertain your life away, sleep your life away, and waste your time.

“Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom.” – Psalm 90:12 (NLT)

#5. The battle for your calling

This battle may be one of the most overlooked because it doesn’t always come with a loud temptation or emotional moment. It comes subtly through insecurity, hesitation, and doubt.

You may already know what God has placed in your heart to do. It could be something public like preaching or leading, or something more behind the scenes like writing, creating, starting a ministry, or simply stepping up in your community or church. But right when you're about to move forward, that internal voice starts speaking: “You’re not qualified. Someone else could do it better. Who do you think you are?”

The enemy fights your calling by making you focus on your flaws. He’ll replay every failure, every flaw, every reason why it shouldn’t be you. And what’s worse, we often mistake our own insecurity for humility. But real humility says, “I can’t do this without God”—not “I can’t do this at all.”

You might question whether you’re the one God could use. So did Moses.

“But Moses pleaded with the Lord, ‘O Lord, I’m not very good with words. I never have been, and I’m not now, even though You have spoken to me. I get tongue-tied, and my words get tangled.’ Then the Lord asked Moses, ‘Who makes a person’s mouth? Who decides whether people speak or do not speak, hear or do not hear, see or do not see? Is it not I, the Lord? Now go! I will be with you as you speak, and I will instruct you in what to say.’”  – Exodus 4:10–12 (NLT)

So don’t wait until you feel confident. Don’t stall until all the pieces are in place. If God told you to do it, take the step. Speak when He says speak. Move when He says move. Your obedience will unlock the guidance you're asking for.

This is how you win the battle for your calling: not by waiting for perfect conditions, but by surrendering your fear and taking faithful steps forward. The enemy hopes you’ll sit on your assignment. Heaven is waiting for you to walk in it.

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The Word Without the Spirit

The Word of God is perfect — but without the Holy Spirit, even the perfect Word can be misunderstood.

Scripture isn’t just meant to be studied intellectually; it must be received spiritually. It’s not just about memorizing verses — it’s about encountering the Person behind them.

When the Word is read without the Spirit, it can become cold, mechanical, even burdensome. But when the Holy Spirit breathes on the Word, it comes alive. It pierces the heart. It transforms the soul.

“But people who aren’t spiritual can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can’t understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means.” - 1 Corinthians 2:14 (NLT)

That’s why we don’t just need knowledge — we need revelation.

The same Bible that brings freedom to one person can feel like chains to another — the difference is the presence of the Holy Spirit. Let Him guide you into truth. Let Him teach you what the text truly means.

The Word and the Spirit always work together. Never separate the two.

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Who You Are in Secret

It’s easy to act spiritual in front of people. Easy to quote verses, raise hands in worship, or speak eloquently about faith when others are watching. But who are you in secret?

In Hebrews 4:13, we’re reminded that “Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes.” That means the version of you that no one else sees—the one behind closed doors—is the real you.

When the Holy Spirit begins transforming you, that transformation doesn’t just show up in how you behave at church or on your best days. It shows up in how you behave in the dark. It shows up in the decisions you make when there’s no applause, no accountability, no instant reward.

Do you still keep your word when it’s inconvenient and nobody would ever know you broke it? Do you shut down that browser tab—not because someone might walk in, but because your heart longs to please God? Do you treat strangers with kindness when there’s nothing to gain and no one to impress?

That’s the mark of true transformation. That’s the fruit of the Spirit working in you. Because when you’re not “on” for anyone, that’s the moment your true self steps forward.

And if you’re starting to notice a shift in those private moments—if you're pausing before sin, leaning into integrity, repenting faster, or pursuing righteousness out of a genuine love for God—that’s no small thing. That’s the Holy Spirit. And He’s doing deep work.

So don’t just evaluate your walk with God based on your public performance. Examine the private places too. Because God does. And those are often the clearest signs that He’s transforming you from the inside out.

Let your secret life be the strongest testimony of your spiritual progress because the most authentic version of you is the one who kneels when no one’s watching.

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Holy Spirit: Faithful Friend

I love the Holy Spirit, and I love being associated with the Holy Spirit. But people often ask me why I focus so much on the Person of the Holy Spirit.

I can give you several reasons.

Firstly, God gave me a clear mandate: “Introduce my Holy Spirit to your generation.” Of course, as an evangelist, I preach the gospel message of salvation as my primary message, but when it comes to the building of believers, this is my area of grace: to teach on truths concerning the Holy Spirit, healing, faith, prayer, spiritual warfare, and similar themes. I often focus on the Holy Spirit, because that’s what I’ve been directed to do.

Secondly, when I was born, my parents prayed a very special prayer over me: they asked that God would make me sensitive to the Holy Spirit. I believe the ministry I serve in today is an answer to the prayer of my parents.

But there’s another reason why I’m so passionate about teaching and preaching on the Holy Spirit - He’s my friend. This Bible verse absolutely changed my life:

“May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” - 2 Corinthians 13:14 (NLT)

Think about that - the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit. This means that we commune with Him or share a friendship with Him. The Holy Spirit helps us to pray, to worship, to live holy, to understand God’s Word. He remains with us despite our many flaws. He encourages us, helps us, inspires us, and corrects us. And, yes, He loves us. If that isn’t a good friend, I don’t know what is.

When I first learned about friendship with the Holy Spirit, I was in an awkward stage of life. As many feel in their early teens, I felt disconnected from others, lonely, and like I wasn’t accepted. Insecure and full of self-doubt, I met Him - the Holy Spirit. He is the friend above all friends. He met me when I needed a friend.- that is the source of my passion for Him. 

The Holy Spirit is not off in the distance; He faithfully abides. This means that you can call upon Him to empower you in even the most mundane moments of life. As a friend is there for you to call upon, so the Holy Spirit has made Himself available to you. 

When you are driving to work, He is in the car with you. When you are spending time with loved ones, He is in the midst of you. When you are carrying out an errand, He is in the busyness with you. Day or night, in sorrow and in joy, He is present.

He doesn’t just empower preachers and prophets. 

He empowers us in all that we do. He wants to empower husbands, wives, mothers, fathers, business people, employees, and students. The Holy Spirit is the Expert Spirit, and His touch improves every action of the believer.

As you go through each moment, whether you’re facing a trial or a blessing, no matter your emotional or mental state, I want you to say as I say, because it’s true. Say this: I am a friend of the Holy Spirit.

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You’re Still Called

Have you ever felt like you’ve made too many mistakes to still walk in God’s plan? Whether you’re someone trying hard to follow God but stumbling often or someone in outright rebellion, you need to hear this: God hasn’t given up on you.

“For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” -  Romans 11:29 (ESV)

Take Jonah. God called him, and Jonah ran. Yet even in his disobedience, God pursued him with a storm—not to punish, but to redirect.

“Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, ‘Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.’ But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord.” - Jonah 1:1–3 (ESV)

Yet Jonah didn’t lose his calling. God called him a second time, and through Jonah’s obedience after the rebellion, a city was saved.

“Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, ‘Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you.’” - Jonah 3:1–2 (ESV)

The same is true for you. God’s correction is not rejection. It’s restoration. When things fall apart, it may be that God is lovingly removing what is enabling your disobedience. You are marked by His hand. That’s why compromise feels miserable and why you just don’t fit into the world the way others do.

“For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives.” - Hebrews 12:6 (ESV)

Look at Peter. He denied Jesus three times, but he was later restored and preached to thousands. Your past mistakes don’t disqualify you from future purposes. The Holy Spirit is more patient than you are stubborn and more faithful than you are flawed.

God factored in your failures when He called you. He does not abandon His children. His call is not fragile. He will keep pursuing you and calling you again and again, not because you are perfect, but because He is faithful.

“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” - Philippians 1:6 (ESV)

“If we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself.” -  2 Timothy 2:13 (ESV)

So stop running. Or stop worrying. Whether you have wandered far or are just feeling lost despite your efforts, God is not done with you. Get back up. Get back on track. The call still stands.

“The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the Lord upholds his hand.” -  Psalm 37:23–24 (ESV)

Let this be your turning point. Yield to the Holy Spirit and watch how God restores, redirects, and still uses you—for your good and for His glory.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “If you feel like you've wrecked God's plan for your life, watch this,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Don’t Feed the Flesh

It’s time to get serious. There is no neutral ground. Either the Spirit is winning, or the Flesh is winning. Either the Holy Spirit is gaining influence, or the sin nature is gaining influence. 

Every choice you make, large or small, is either contributing to the spiritual or the sinful.

“The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires.” - Galatians 5:17 (NLT)

You can spend time in prayer, the Word, and worship. Or you can procrastinate by overindulging in entertainment and unedifying content.

You can invite the influence of the Holy Spirit in your relationships by speaking words of encouragement, showing kindness, and forgiving those who’ve wronged you. Or you can speak harshly, act rude and impatient, harbor resentment, and keep a record of wrongs.

In times of stress, you can rely on the spirit or cope with substances and distractions.

You can be generous or stingy. You can take care of your temple or neglect your health. You can live holy or practice sin. You can walk in faith or freeze in fear. 

Flesh or Spirit - it’s your choice. 

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “5 Destructive Habits That Distance You from The Holy Spirit,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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God is Waiting on You

Are you waiting on God, or is God waiting on you? While it’s important to pray for direction from God, we mustn’t be so afraid of failure that we do nothing at all.

Here’s a Biblical example:

“Next, Paul and Silas traveled through the area of Phrygia and Galatia because the Holy Spirit had prevented them from preaching the word in the province of Asia at that time. Then, coming to the borders of Mysia, they headed north for the province of Bithynia, but again, the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them to go there. So, instead, they went on through Mysia to the seaport of Troas.” - Acts 16:6-8 (NLT).

Notice here that Paul and Silas took steps of faith, only to be redirected by the Holy Spirit. A few important things to note:

1.) The fact that they were redirected demonstrates they didn’t necessarily pray about every step.

Again, we ought to pray for direction from the Lord, but sometimes, you just have to take a step of faith and trust God. As much as we pray, we’re not always going to have the full picture. That’s where faith comes in.

2.) The Holy Spirit didn’t get angry with them for getting it wrong.

Notice that the Holy Spirit didn’t rebuke Paul and Silas; He simply redirected them. There’s this fear that many believers have that God is going to be furious with them for getting something wrong. He knows we’re fallible. He planned for our mistakes. God isn’t going to strike you down simply because you did something you believe He wanted you to do. Ground yourself in prayer and the Word. Listen for the Holy Spirit’s instructions - but then act.

3.) They saw a need and tried to fill it.

Paul and Silas saw a need, a region that needed the gospel, and they sought to fill that need. It’s as simple as that. We are to use our specific gifts to fulfill God’s general commands. Yes, God will often give us specific instructions. But while we wait for specific instructions, we should be busy fulfilling God’s broader commands. '

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “If you need help discerning God's voice, watch this (2025),” on YouTube by clicking here.

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People of Prayer

What does it mean to be a people of prayer?

“Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. “- Ephesians 6:18 (NLT)

People of prayer don’t just pray occasionally; for them, prayer is a lifestyle. They wake up praying, fall asleep praying, and they carve out time in their day to pray. They don’t surrender their time in prayer for anyone or anything. And they are marked by certain godly traits. Because they devote themselves to prayer so fully, their spiritual qualities stand out like bright lights.

People of prayer are centered, grounded in a confident faith that makes them stand firm in times of great shaking. When everyone else is panicking, arguing, and losing their peace, people of prayer have their minds fixed on the Lord. In times of tragedy, people of prayer are pressed but not crushed, hurt but still composed. In times of lack, they trust. In times of confusion, they patiently wait. In times of calamity, they find safety in God’s presence.

People of prayer forgive their offenders faster than they can apologize. They see the best in others, because they see with the eyes of the Spirit. They don’t demand their own way. They don’t need the last word. They are selfless, patient with the difficult ones.

They radiate with holy joy, and those who come around them are set free from heaviness. 

People of prayer walk in true power. They pray out sickness and cast out devils. 

People of prayer can hear the voice of the Holy Spirit with both confidence and clarity. They don’t question Him when He speaks, and they’re quick to act on His instruction.

People of prayer love the Word of God, and they can discern when an idea is religious, demonic, or of the world. 

People of prayer believe extravagantly, give generously, love unconditionally, forgive freely, and walk with God. I pray that we all would become people of prayer.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “5 Prayers that Bring You Closer to the Holy Spirit (Immediately),” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Finally Receiving Your Prayer Language

There’s a single, often overlooked reason why many believers struggle to release the gift of tongues—their personal prayer language. And it all boils down to one uncomfortable word: Ego.

Now, I’m not just talking about pride—though that can be part of it. I’m talking about self—the ways we get in our own way. The internal blocks that keep us from flowing freely in the Spirit. Let me break down the top three ego-driven obstacles and how to overcome them.

1. Fear: “What Will They Think?”

We fear looking foolish. We worry about how the world—or even religious people—might see us. But here’s the truth: you will look strange… and that’s okay.

“If we are out of our mind, as some say, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you.” - 2 Corinthians 5:13 (NIV)

We believe in the power of the Holy Spirit. We’re not meant to blend in—we’re called to stand out. Some even fear they’ll anger God or—more absurdly—invite a demon by asking for a gift. But let’s be clear: you cannot receive a demon when you ask the Holy Spirit for a gift in the name of Jesus.

“Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” - Luke 11:11–13 (NIV)

So breathe. Let go of the fear. You are safe in Him.

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)

2. Doubt: “Is This Just Me?”

Many people pause mid-prayer, questioning whether what they’re doing is “real.” They whisper things like: “Maybe this is just me,” or “What if I’m making it up?” That internal dialogue has to go. Doubt stifles the flow—faith sets it free. Speak with confidence. Lean into the presence of God and trust that He’s meeting you in that moment.

“But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.”
- James 1:6 (NIV)

“For we live by faith, not by sight.”
- 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NIV)

3. Overthinking: “What If I’m Doing It Wrong?”

I’ve prayed with hundreds who want to speak in tongues, and I often see the same thing: tension. Instead of stepping into the gift, they get stuck repeating “Amen,” “Jesus,” or “Hallelujah” over and over—trying to fill the silence. They’re overthinking it. They’re trying to “get it right.” But here’s the truth: faith looks like relaxing. Yes, relaxing. That’s when your mind steps aside, and your spirit connects freely with God.

“Cease striving and know that I am God.” - Psalm 46:10 (NASB)

“For anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.” - Hebrews 4:10 (NIV)

So release the syllables and sounds—and trust the Holy Spirit to fill them.

Final Thoughts: Faith Over Fear

If you’re struggling to release your prayer language, consider this a loving challenge:

Let go of the fear of looking strange.
Let go of the fear that God will be mad at you.
Let go of the fear that you’ll “get it wrong” or “get a demon.”
Let go of the doubts whispering, “This isn’t real.”
Let go of the mental gymnastics that block the flow.

Instead, come to a place of perfect faith—not performance, not striving—just simple, surrendered belief.

“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” - Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)

“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.” - Romans 8:26 (NIV)

You were never meant to manufacture the gift—only to receive it.
Yield to what God has deposited in you.

“All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and He distributes them to each one, just as He determines.” - 1 Corinthians 12:11 (NIV)

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “Give Me 20 Minutes and You’ll Start Praying in Tongues,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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The Spirit Speaks

If you're doubting your identity in Christ, the Holy Spirit has something to say.

“And because we are his children, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, prompting us to call out, ‘Abba, Father.’”  - Galatians 4:6 (NLT)

As a believer, you may experience some days when you feel a million miles away from God, even some days when you feel like an outright fake because of your shortcomings.

Your past speaks. Your mistakes speak. Your enemy speaks. Your circumstances speak. Through the noise, if you just stop and listen, you’ll hear the Holy Spirit speak too, prompting you to call God “Father.” 

Your identity in Christ isn’t a feeling; it’s a spiritual reality. You may at times, feel like you’ve lost your fire for God, but God hasn’t lost His fire for you. The Holy Spirit causes truth to be as a fire set deep in your bones, a truth that cannot be suppressed or ignored. 

When Satan accuses, the Spirit affirms. When your mistakes condemn, the Spirit convicts. When your feelings say “rejected,” the Spirit says “accepted.” When you forget who you are, the Holy Spirit reminds you of who God is to you - Father God.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “7 Major Things That Happen When the Holy Spirit Enters You,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Don’t Break the Holy Spirit’s Heart

Please, don’t break the Holy Spirit’s heart. The Holy Spirit has feelings and can be deeply grieved by our actions. Yes, it’s true. Paul the Apostle wrote:

“And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own, guaranteeing that you will be saved on the day of redemption.” - Ephesians 4:30 (NLT)

But think about this, too: if the Holy Spirit loves you enough to be grieved by your disobedience, then He loves you enough to be pleased by your obedience. So keep the Holy Spirit in mind. Let your love for His glorious presence be your motivation. Weigh every action, thought, and attitude with Him in mind. 

Those who live by the Spirit are often misunderstood and cast out. We’re disruptors. We’re different. So don’t worry about what people think of you. Instead, be concerned with what the Holy Spirit thinks. 

Those who live by the Spirit say no to sinful cravings. So don’t give in to what temptation demands of you. Instead, we are satisfied in the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Those who live by the Spirit are given strength in trying times. So, don’t allow circumstances to control your attitudes and thoughts. Instead, be stabilized by the Spirit within you.

Live in a way that makes the Holy Spirit feel at home within you. Don’t grieve Him

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “5 Behaviors That Push The Holy Spirit Away (Without You Realizing It),” on YouTube by clicking here.

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You’re Being Exposed

The Holy Spirit is exposing you, and that’s a good thing. Jesus talked about how the Holy Spirit would convict us.

“And when he comes, he will convict the world of its sin, and of God’s righteousness, and of the coming judgment.” - John 16:8 (NLT)

To convict means to expose, rebuke, confront, and bring to light. What does the Holy Spirit bring to light? Sin, God’s righteousness, and the coming judgment.

Sin

The world’s sin is that it doesn’t believe on the Lord Jesus, so the Holy Spirit is calling the world to faith. And the Holy Spirit also lovingly confronts sin in the life of the believer. When you do something you know you shouldn’t do or refuse to do something you know you should, the Holy Spirit calls you on it. In fact, when the believer sins, they can feel the grieving of the precious Holy Spirit; they can feel His heart breaking.

“And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own, guaranteeing that you will be saved on the day of redemption.” - Ephesians 4:30 (NLT)

Righteousness

But the Holy Spirit doesn’t just speak against the things we shouldn’t do; He also calls our attention to what we should become. He points to a standard to which we should aspire. The Holy Spirit doesn’t just convict of sin—He also convicts of righteousness. He reminds us of how righteousness is available wholly because of the cross.

“But people are counted as righteous, not because of their work, but because of their faith in God who forgives sinners.” - Romans 4:5 (NLT)

The Holy Spirit not only reminds you that you should be righteous. He also gives us hope, reminding us of how we’re righteous through Christ.

Judgment

The Holy Spirit also reminds us of the victory we have in Christ. When speaking about how the Holy Spirit convicts of the coming judgment, Jesus made this clarifying statement:

"Judgment will come because the ruler of this world has already been judged.” - John 16:11 (NLT)

Meaning the Holy Spirit reminds us that Satan has been defeated and that those who remain in Satan’s kingdom will be judged along with him.

“In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross.” - Colossians 2:15 (NLT)

So, yes, the Holy Spirit is exposing you. Yes, He’s calling out your wrongdoing, but He’s also reminding you of the righteous standard to which you can aspire by faith and the victory you share in Christ over the powers of darkness.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “If You're Experiencing This, Holy Spirit is Exposing You,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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