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.

For more about this topic, watch “The Holy Spirit Lives in You, but Does He Feel Welcomed? (How to Tell),” on YouTube by clicking here.

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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.

For more about this topic, watch “You're Already in a War (And You Don't Even Know It)” on YouTube by clicking here.

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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.

For more about this topic watch, “6 Ways the Devil Uses the Bible to Deceive You” on YouTube by clicking here.

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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.

For more about this topic watch, “9 Signs the Holy Spirit is Transforming You Right Now (And You Don't Even Realize It)” on YouTube by clicking here.

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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.

For more about the Holy Spirit, you can get my new book, “Holy Spirit: God Within You,” by clicking here.

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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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Don’t Be Ashamed of the Holy Spirit

The Ark of God’s presence entered the city, and King David danced in celebration. But his wife wasn’t too happy about how foolish she thought he looked.

“16 But as the Ark of the Lord entered the City of David, Michal, the daughter of Saul, looked down from her window. When she saw King David leaping and dancing before the Lord, she was filled with contempt for him. 20 When David returned home to bless his own family, Michal, the daughter of Saul, came out to meet him. She said in disgust, “How distinguished the king of Israel looked today, shamelessly exposing himself to the servant girls like any vulgar person might do!”” - 2 Samuel 6:16 & 20 (NLT)

David didn’t apologize, back down, or attempt to adjust his attitude of praise. Instead, he doubled down: 

“21 David retorted to Michal, “I was dancing before the Lord, who chose me above your father and all his family! He appointed me as the leader of Israel, the people of the Lord, so I celebrate before the Lord. 22 Yes, and I am willing to look even more foolish than this, even to be humiliated in my own eyes! But those servant girls you mentioned will indeed think I am distinguished!”” - 2 Samuel 6:21-22 (NLT)

Historical context considered, we can still find a takeaway principle: don’t apologize for that which is holy, even if others think it looks foolish.

Far too many believers shy away from demonstrations of the Holy Spirit’s power because others criticize them for being too showy. While I understand that sometimes people add unnecessary hype to moves of the Spirit, we must recognize that God’s power is a spectacle - it’s supernatural and spectacular. 

When someone gets healed, that’s a reason to celebrate. When a miracle happens, are we to keep it a secret? When we feel God’s presence and power, are we to just remain stoic just because some have a personal preference for what makes them more acceptable to the world’s intellect? When someone is delivered, should we just do a nice little golf clap so that we can be perceived as sophisticated? Often, what people claim is Biblical balance is actually just their personal preference. Claiming to want improvements to the move of the Spirit, many just want to create a movement in their own image.

Listen, I get it. Sometimes, what people call the spirit is actually just the flesh. But we have to be aware of how subtle this is. Pastors and leaders, especially, I encourage you to don’t fall into this trap of stifling the move of the Spirit in the name of balance. You can be biblically grounded and filled with power. Balanced does not mean dull, lifeless, and powerless.

The move of the Holy Spirit, the demonstration of His power, is loud, vibrant, wonderful, and perfectly offensive to the natural mind. So don’t tone it down; raise the volume. Now is the time to lean into the move of the Spirit, not to apologize for it or explain it away. Go all in. Double down. Be like David, who said, "Yes, and I am willing to look even more foolish than this.” Be bold. We are not ashamed of the power of the Holy Spirit. We say, “Welcome, Holy Spirit!”

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “If you’ve never heard the Holy Spirit clearly, watch this (2025),” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Planted in Truth, Positioned for Increase

All around the world, believers are feeling uncertain about their financial future—worried about jobs, the economy, and how they’ll provide for their families. But let me remind you of something powerful: your source is not the system. Your source is God.

There is a way to walk in biblical financial fruitfulness that’s not bound by market swings or economic downturns. It’s time we stop letting fear dictate our mindset and start building our lives on unshakable truth.

Before diving in, let’s be clear: yes, the message of biblical prosperity has been abused. We’ve all seen the gimmicks, the greed-driven appeals, and the guilt tactics used to pressure people into giving. But just because something has been misused doesn’t mean we throw it out. We go back to the Word. Always.

Now let’s talk about the real principles of financial increase according to Scripture.

1. Generosity – The First Key

2 Corinthians 9:6–7 tells us, “A farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop.”

God’s economy operates on the principle of sowing and reaping. But generosity isn’t about manipulating God or triggering some magical transaction. It’s about who you become.

When you give generously—with a cheerful heart—you begin to flow with God’s nature. 2 Corinthians 9:8 continues, “And God will generously provide all you need... and plenty left over to share with others.”

That’s biblical prosperity: having your needs met and enough left over to bless others. Not luxury for self-glory, but provision for Kingdom impact.

2 Corinthians 9:10–11 drives it home: God gives seed to the sower and produces a harvest—not just of provision, but of generosity in you.

2. Stewardship – The Second Key

Many people want increase, but few want responsibility. We forget that God promotes faithful stewards.

In Matthew 25:14–30, Jesus shares the Parable of the Talents. The master rewards those who wisely manage what they’re given—and rebukes the one who buried his out of fear.

Matthew 25:29 says, “To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance.” That’s stewardship.

You can’t ask God for more if you’re mismanaging what you already have. Whether it’s your income, your space, or your time—treat it like it belongs to Him. Because it does.

3. Faithfulness – The Third Key

Generosity and stewardship are not one-time acts. They are lifestyles that require faithfulness over time. You can't expect to sow a seed on Monday and harvest it on Tuesday. Biblical increase works by process, not by pressure.

Galatians 6:9 reminds us, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

That’s the key—if we do not give up. Faithfulness is what activates the promise. The seed is good. The soil is good. But you’ve got to give it time.

When you live generously, steward well, and remain faithful in applying those principles consistently—God brings the increase.

Final Thought

Proverbs 10:22 declares, “The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and He adds no sorrow with it.” We’re not chasing money. We’re walking in principles that position us to be fruitful, faithful, and free.

Want to see increase? Live generously. Steward well. Stay faithful. And remember—your source is God.

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Types of Demonic Harassment

Though you cannot see it with your natural eyes, in the spiritual realm, a conflict between light and darkness is taking place—angels against demons, Heaven against Hell, truth against deception. Your mind is the battlefield.

“Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.” - 1 Peter 5:8 (NLT)

While demons cannot dwell in believers, they can harass them. This isn’t a reason to be scared but rather prepared.

Here are 3 ways demonic beings attack the minds of Christians:

#1 - Fear

Demons aim to drag your thoughts to dwell on the worst-case scenario in every scenario. They torment your mind by suggesting what can go wrong. They even use irrational fears to keep you from enjoying the life God intended for you.

#2 - Accusation

Satan is the accuser, Christ is the advocate. Demons harass your mind by bombarding you with thoughts that bring forth guilt and shame from past mistakes. Sometimes, demons will even influence others to hold your past over you.

#3 - Temptation

If sin were a product, demons would be salesmen. While demons don’t do the sinning for you, they do try to persuade you to disobey God, as did the serpent in the garden. While tempting you, they minimize the sin, and once you give in, they magnify it. So then temptation and accusation can work together.

How can we be free? 

Fear, accusation, and temptation can make you feel like you’re going crazy, but the solution is a simple one. 

Spiritual warfare is simply the fight to believe God’s truth over the enemy’s lie. Deception leads to thoughts and feelings, which ultimately produce actions that become habits.

Instead of just dealing with the results of deception, we must be made aware of the roots of deception.

All forms of demonic harassment are rooted in deception. The enemy cannot defeat you unless He’s deceived you. Fear is based on the lie that God isn’t in control. Accusation is based on the lie that God isn’t forgiving. Temptation is based on the lie that God isn’t enough.

Once you know the truth, you’ll be free. The light of truth is what does away with the darkness of demonic harassment. 

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “If You're Seeing These Signs, You Need Deep Deliverance,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Hiding From God?

With a simple command, God formed the earth. He created man and placed Him in the garden. Tempted by the serpent, Adam and Eve rebelled against God, eating from the forbidden fruit. Immediately, Adam and Eve felt the shame of their sin. When the presence of God approached, Adam and Eve hid themselves - they were afraid, they were ashamed.

This is the human reaction to God when we sin - we hide from God.

But as born-again believers, when we mess up, we aren’t to run away from God; we’re to run to Him. 

“So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.” - Hebrews 4:16 (NLT)

Every believer should be confident when they approach God, because our access depends upon Christ’s perfection, not our performance.

So, if you’ve messed up, don’t hide from God. Don’t try to cover your sin. Turn to Him now. Be confident in the work of the cross. There, at the throne, you will find grace. God’s not going to shame you; He’s going to save you. He won’t reject you; He’ll restore you.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “5 Reasons Why God's Chosen Secretly Struggle with Lust,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Recognizing Your Spiritual Gift

The Holy Spirit has given each believer a spiritual gift.

“A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other.” - 1 Corinthians 12:7 (NLT)

Each one of us has been given a spiritual gift. That’s the Biblical truth. So no matter what the enemy tells you, no matter what people tell you, no matter what your insecurity tells you - just know that God has given you a spiritual gift.

I know sometimes you might doubt that. And one of the reasons a believer will doubt that they have a spiritual gift is because they haven’t yet discovered which gift the Holy Spirit has deposited in them. So, let’s settle the matter now. The Bible makes it clear that God has given you a spiritual gift. Period. No matter what you feel, no matter what you see or don’t see, you have a spiritual gift.

Planted in that truth, you can begin to grow in your understanding of what God has deposited in you. So how do you know which spiritual gift God has given to you?

#1 Desire

“Let love be your highest goal! But you should also desire the special abilities the Spirit gives…” - 1 Corinthians 14:1 (NLT)

There is nothing wrong with desiring a spiritual gift. Paul the apostle encouraged believers to desire the spiritual gifts. Your desire for a particular gift could be a sign that God has given you that gift. If you desire a spiritual gift, who was it do you think that put that desire there? The enemy? Why would he give you a desire to become helpful to the Church? Was it your flesh? Since when does your flesh want anything to do with God? Sure, the flesh might give you impure motives for operating the gifts. But the desire itself, the pure longing to help a believer in a certain area, couldn’t possibly be from your flesh.

#2 Recognition

“A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.” - Proverbs 18:16 (KJV)

If you truly have a spiritual gift, you don’t have to go around announcing it. It just shows. It makes room for you. It creates ministry opportunities naturally. A sign that you have a spiritual gift is that others notice the gift on your life. 

This, of course, does not mean that others need to acknowledge a gift on you in order for you to have it. It just means that what other believers see on you can help you to discover your spiritual gift.

#3 Function

“There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit is the source of them all.” - 1 Corinthians 12:4 (NLT)

This might be the most obvious, but it’s also the clearest sign that you have a gift. You know you have a gift if you sense or see that gift in operation.

Again, this might seem obvious. But you’d be amazed at how many people take for granted the gifts operating in their lives. Where they might just think that they’re really good at reading people, there could be a gift of prophecy. Where they might imagine that they just have favor, there could be a gift of miracles. Where they see only a positive attitude, there could be a gift of faith. 

Pay close attention to how God might be working in your life already, and you may see a spiritual gift - a gift that’s been hidden all along.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “Spiritual Gifts Made Simple: What Every Believer Must Know,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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Prayer is by the Spirit

If prayer isn’t by the Spirit, then it isn’t truly prayer. The Holy Spirit wants to help you to pray. He is the One Who enables you to seek the face of God, the One Who graces you with the desire to know Jesus in greater depths.

Everything that is spiritual is by the Spirit. Prayer is no exception.

All prayer is initiated by the Holy Spirit. This, of course, does not mean that you cannot, of your own free will, approach the throne of God. This simply means that if there is a desire within you to seek the Lord, then it was the Holy Spirit Who helped to cultivate that desire within you.

One must be quickened before he can call upon the Lord.

“So will not we go back from thee: quicken us, and we will call upon thy name.” – Psalm 80:18 (KJV)

Prayer is a spiritual act, initiated and sustained by the work of the Holy Spirit. And only those who are living in the Spirit can truly be guided by the Holy Spirit in spiritual matters.

“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)

The Holy Spirit helps you to pray by giving you the desire to pray, giving you the understanding to pray, and empowering you when you pray. The initiation, action, and results of prayer are all by the Holy Spirit.

It is by prayer that we involve God and exchange our weaknesses for His strength. It is in prayer that we yield to the will of God. It is in prayer that we become surrendered to the Holy Spirit.

Let the Holy Spirit give you the desire to pray. Follow His leading and let Him make you a person of prayer—one who lives in moment-by-moment divine fellowship.

Prayer is by the Spirit.

For more on this topic, you can watch my teaching, “Jesus Reveals What Most Get Wrong About Talking to God,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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