Who wants to be God's Power House?

As a member of the Power House prayer ministry unit in my church, I've often heard our leader say, "We are the Power House in the church." Initially, I didn't fully grasp the magnitude of this statement, but the Holy Spirit has since revealed its significance through various experiences.

For a while now, I and my sister have been committed to consistent midnight prayers, in these moments there are times when we receive messages from God and there are times we just go in praying but we still get no message, just our voices echoing out but you know what, the enemy brought a false report in the midst of this season and the temptation to quiet our voice rang. 

But it that very moment this words came into my mind during the moments of prayer " may my voice not be silenced. The Holy Spirit has shown us that we're called to be a lighthouse and yes an echo room to roar and defeat the kingdom of darkness. We're to shine God's light from our lives, so when others look our way, they'll see the radiance of God's presence.

I sometimes doubt my victory, do you feel that way too? 

Do you ever wonder if you can be victorious? 

The enemy wants us to focus on the battles, not the triumphs. Seeing only the struggles can be frustrating, and we might feel like giving up. But God's reality for us is victory. Our victory dance celebrates Jehovah's triumph over every challenge.

See our reality in this book: 

1 Peter 4:14: "If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, But On Your Part He Is Glorified."

When we pray, we roar in the enemy's camp, declaring that our voices will be heard. It's easy to lose our voice in the midst of life's conflicts and crises, but God wants to solidify our identity and presence, just like He did with David. Throughout David's journey, we hear God's words through his voice.

As we navigate life's paths, may we never lose our voice. In this season of revival, may we be ignited by the fire of revival as christ is being glorified in us. 

Stay Revived!

By Guest writer.

Wonderfully and fearfully made.

As we enter a new month, I would like to share a thought that often crosses my mind when I observe people. I find myself wondering: How is it that we all have different faces, yet the Bible tells us that we were created in the image of our sovereign God? It’s funny how people often say that one person is "fearfully made" while another is "wonderfully made."

 But what exactly does the image of God mean? What does God look like? In what likeness were we created, and for what purpose? Can we truly say that God looks like Eric, but not like Jane?

In Genesis 1:26-27, we read:

"Then God said, 'Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.' So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them." (Genesis 1:26-27, NIV)

If we were all created in the same image, it means that there is a likeness to God in each of us. God created us this way so that we may rule and have dominion over the creatures of the sea and land. Our faces, though diverse, are all part of the same image. We are not biological accidents; there is a purpose and a design behind how God created us, reflecting His own likeness.

Consider this: when the 24 elders bow in worship before God, they experience a different dimension of His image each time. Likewise, if we are created in God’s image, then when the angels bow to worship Him, there are moments when they see your reflection as part of His divine image.

There are billions of people on Earth, and despite our differences—whether black or white, or any other distinction—we share one image: the image of God.

Galatians 3:28 reminds us: "There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." (Galatians 3:28, NIV)

Regardless of our gender, appearance, or background, we all bear the same image and likeness of God. The same Lord is Lord of all, and He richly blesses all who call on Him.

So today, I encourage you to embrace the unique way God has created you. Be confident in your identity, for it is for His glory that you are the way you are. Rest assured, no matter what you look like, you are made in God's image, and you are wonderfully and fearfully made.

Stay revived!

Unashamed Proclamation

 

A few days ago, I woke up with an announcement in my spirit. In the middle of the night, as soon as heard this, my eyes flung open, it felt as though I hadn't been asleep at all.

There is a message that the enemy often brings to the children of God to destabilize and frighten them, spreading fear that creates uncertainty—even when you know victory is within your reach. 

In these times, what should we do? 

How do we respond when our reality doesn’t align with God’s promises?

Romans 1:16-17 (NIV)

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: 'The righteous will live by faith.'"

When the enemy presents us with a lie, God's Word stands ever-present and relevant to combat it. There is a power that comes from an unashamed word proclamation. Persistent proclamation of God's word builds our faith, and this faith is the currency we need to tap into the supernatural power that the Gospel of Christ carries.

Victory is already secured in the name of Jesus, who has set us up as winners, for God has never lost a battle. So, if you are facing a challenge or battle, lift your head high—victory is here.

God will fight for you, and you will be the one to rejoice.

Stay Revived!

The Power of Prayer: Lifting Burdens

Many times, we seek others to pray for us, longing for comforting words or just something to ease the tension we feel. We often find ourselves wishing someone would simply say something that can lift the weight of our burdens. Does this sound familiar to you?

But what if we could be the ones lifting the burdens of those around us? What if our prayers could bring comfort, healing, and hope to others?

When I reflect on these thoughts, the Holy Spirit gently reminds me of how He has already made provisions for us to address these needs. So, how do we approach this?

The Power of Prayer

The Bible tells us, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much" (James 5:16). God has given each of us the power to lift burdens. We are not merely existing—we are telling God's story with our lives. Our lives have purpose, and our stories are significant. God wants us to partner with Him to achieve His divine narrative.

To do this, we must learn to exercise our spirits through prayer and the study of Scripture to be able to lift burdens. This begins within our families, where we help carry the weight of our loved ones. But it doesn’t end there—we are called to also carry the burdens of our friends, communities, and even nations.

When the enemy tries to convince us that our prayers are ineffective or irrelevant, urging us to simply live life the way the world does, as if everything is already sorted out by the cosmos, we must resist. Prayer is powerful, and when we engage in it, our faith in the Lord deepens when we pray, go beyond the veil, and seek a place of revelation and divine wisdom. Faith is the currency we use to access the answers we seek.

In Revelation 3:20-22, Jesus says:
"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat down with my Father on his throne." (Revelation 3:20-21, NIV)

Jesus invites us to partner with Him, equipping us with everything we need to live victorious lives and make a lasting impact in the world.

The Impact of Your Prayer

What can your prayer do? What weights have you tried to lift? When we lift weights in the spirit, the Lord strengthens us, giving us the capacity and faith to bear them. If you’ve prayed for something and have yet to see results, don’t give up. Keep praying.

God is watching to see your surrender and persistence. As you press on, He breathes His power upon you, enabling you to live triumphantly.

So, wake up and exercise your spirit! Through prayer, perseverance, and faith, you tap into the strength God has already made available to you. 

Stay revived and watch how He works in your life, enabling you to carry the burdens of others and live out His divine narrative.