Breaking down strongholds in our lives requires recognizing the lies that drive them, replacing them with God's truth, and reinforcing that truth with community and content. By doing so, we can experience supernatural freedom and transformation, and break patterns of anger, addiction, anxiety, and control that have held us captive for generations. [... more]

Strongholds are fortified lies we've believed for so long that they become a part of our identity, affecting our thoughts, emotions, and behavior. They can be broken with the power of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, and understanding their characteristics, such as being unassailable, built on lies, resisting truth, and governing our behavior, can help us identify and overcome them. [... more]

Strongholds are deeply ingrained thought patterns that can control our lives, often passed down through generations. They can be broken through recognizing the lies that lead to them, replacing them with biblical truth, and surrounding ourselves with supportive community and content. By taking our thoughts captive and fighting with divine weapons, we can experience supernatural freedom and transformation in our lives. [... more]

Christians who understand grace can't be racist, because they need hope too. The Bible makes it clear that there is no partiality with God, and when Christians act in an unrighteous, discriminatory way, they are committing sin. Dr. Tony Evans explains how believers can overcome the strongholds of discrimination and experience true unity without losing their God-given uniqueness. [... more]

When we allow resentment to consume our lives, it can become a stronghold that controls us, weighing us down with heavy burdens and oppressing us. However, God offers a way out through fasting and prayer, which can bring us freedom from the yoke of resentment, break the bands of wickedness, and lift the heavy burdens that we cannot bear. By getting rid of the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and vain speaking, we can experience a breakthrough and receive the rewards of victory, including the refreshment of freedom, the restoration of prayer, and the restoration of our relationship with God. [... more]

As Christians, we're often unaware of the invisible war we're in, where the enemy invades territories of our lives, and we need to awaken to the conflict, understanding that God has a plan for us in this area, and that we're not just fighting for ourselves, but for the advancement of God's kingdom. [... more]

When dealing with genuine evidence of demonic influence in someone's life, it's essential to understand the process of submission to God, resistance of the enemy, and specific steps to take with actions and heart. Believers are taught to resist the devil and he'll flee, but extremism and fanaticism can negatively color this ministry. Recognizing the signs of demonic influence, such as severe sickness, divination, unusual physical strength, split personality, and resistance to spiritual help, is crucial. The cure for demonic influence is through the cross of Christ, and victory is through the name of Jesus. Deliverance from demonic influence involves accepting Christ, confessing sin, renouncing the works of the devil, resting in Christ's deliverance, and engaging in corporate prayer. [... more]

Joshua's victory over Jericho serves as a model for overcoming strongholds in life, requiring obedience, perseverance, and expectance. However, sin and disobedience can cripple even the most well-intentioned efforts, as seen in the Israelites' defeat at Ai. Recognizing the danger of sin and taking steps to confess and repent of it is crucial for experiencing God's victory and living a God-filled life. [... more]

When facing strongholds in life, it's essential to acknowledge the authority of the Lord and refocus our perspective. We must readjust our position, reassess our plan, and claim the victory through obedience, dependence, and perseverance. Just like Joshua and the Israelites, we must march around the stronghold in silence, praying and persevering until the walls come down. God wants to bring the stronghold down, and it's holy ground, a worship experience where we receive everything He has for us. [... more]

Jenny Allen shares her series Get Out of Your Head, emphasizing the importance of taking control of our thoughts and recognizing the enemy's tactics to destroy our faith. She highlights the power of God to destroy strongholds and the need to fight back against toxic thoughts and lies. [... more]

Fasting and prayer can help individuals break free from the burdens and strongholds of resentment, allowing them to experience the refreshment of freedom and restoration of prayer. By removing the yoke of resentment, individuals can focus on God and seek His guidance, leading to a breakthrough and a new sense of purpose. [... more]

The Jezebel spirit is a demonic entity that manifests in various cultures and historical periods, often promoting radical feminism, gender confusion, and sensuality. It's essential for men to understand their role in breaking this stronghold, which involves being born-again, in fellowship with other men, and filled with the Holy Spirit. By studying the Word of God and living according to its principles, men can develop godly masculinity and overcome demonic attacks. [... more]

When Satan capitalizes on our simple choices, he builds powerful strongholds that can lead to spiritual defeat. To overcome these strongholds, Christians must acknowledge the spiritual warfare they are in, identify the stronghold, and use the weapons of their warfare: the word of God, the name of Jesus, the blood of Jesus, and the power of the Holy Spirit. With faith and vigilance, believers can root out these strongholds and live a life of freedom and liberty in Christ. [... more]

Satan's strongholds in our life can be a result of pre-programmed thinking or deliberate sin, leading to spiritual fortifications that Satan uses to harass and defeat us. Understanding how strongholds develop and how to deal with them is crucial for a victorious Christian life. [... more]

Following Jesus is not a blind leap, but rather a confident step into the strongest of strongholds, where God's sovereignty and love provide the foundation for eternal salvation. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the necessary and logically unavoidable proof of this truth, offering believers confidence in their faith and hope for their future. [... more]

Living by faith leads to a life of confidence, as one's object of trust is the foundation of their confidence. The righteous person builds their life upon God, who is their stronghold in times of trouble, delivering them from adversity and judgment. [... more]

Rich Powell explores God's path to peace through a life of faith, discussing how Jesus Christ offers reconciliation and the peace of God to rule one's heart and mind. He emphasizes the importance of aligning one's idea of peace with God's, surrendering to His sovereignty, and delighting in His word. [... more]

A Christian ministry leader shares her experiences of seeing college students come to Christ on secular campuses, and discusses the importance of discipleship and the role of the church in reaching the next generation. [... more]

The scripture is clear that if we confess our sins, we are forgiven and set free. However, many people struggle with the concept of sin and freedom, leading to a false teaching known as struggle theology. This teaching redefines sin as emotional affliction and claims that we can't do anything about it. In contrast, the Bible teaches that we can overcome sin through the power of God's grace, which empowers us to repentance, obedience, and spiritual abundance. [... more]

Dr. Tony Evans teaches on the importance of keeping Satan from trivializing a congregation, using the book of Revelation as a guide. He discusses the lessons of the seven churches, including the need to never let program replace passion, the importance of faithfulness, and the danger of compromise and mediocrity. [... more]