Don't Miss the Voice While Chasing the Signs.

In our pursuit of God, it is easy to become consumed by the desire for visible signs—powerful encounters, miracles, manifestations of His glory. And while these experiences are real and often deeply impactful, they are not the foundation of intimacy with God.

Many believers sincerely long for a deeper relationship with Him. We want to experience His power, His presence, and His fire. Yet, even in these desires, we can find ourselves unsure of how to truly draw near. The truth is, encountering God goes beyond outward displays. The presence of fire or shaking doesn’t necessarily mean God is there.

Scripture gives us a powerful example in 1 Kings 19:11-12, where God revealed Himself to Elijah:

“Go out and stand on the mountain before the Lord.” And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore into the mountains and broke the rocks in pieces before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.”

God was not in the wind. He wasn’t in the earthquake or the fire. He was in the still, small voice—a quiet whisper that only the still and attentive heart could hear.

We must not confuse manifestations with relationships. Prayer is more than a tool to provoke the supernatural; it is our lifeline to the Father. It is the currency through which we access the spiritual realm, but it is also the language of communion, trust, and transformation.

When we rush prayer, we risk missing the voice of God. When we prioritize outward signs over inward connection, we miss the essence of intimacy. God's voice is often found in stillness, not spectacle.

Sometimes, when we become too comfortable, we misinterpret ease as divine approval. In reality, spiritual complacency can hinder our growth. When God sees that we’ve become too relaxed, He may allow discomfort, not to punish, but to awaken us. He stirs the waters to draw us back to Him. In those moments of longing, confusion, or spiritual dryness, He invites us to seek, to wait, and to listen.

And as we seek Him, He responds—not always with a roar, but with a whisper. Do not be in a hurry. Stay in His presence long enough to be certain it is He who speaks. Stay until your heart is aligned with His. Stay until you are convinced—not just by signs, but by intimacy—that He is near.

The Lord still knocks. He still seeks communion. Come. Wait. Listen.

Stay revived. Stay discerning. Stay close to your prayer Altar.

Have You Found Your Right Diet?

While listening to a minister teach the word, she spoke about our approach to food being an important factor in our destiny. In that moment, as I contemplated her words, the Holy Spirit pointed out that if there is a diet to promote physical health, there must also be a right diet for our overall survival as individuals—one that extends beyond the physical to include mental, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. I began asking God for the right diet needed for my destiny.

If God told Joshua that before He formed him, He knew him, and if Daniel chose to deny himself the meals offered by the king, we see the honor and blessings that followed. Daniel and his friends became the most outstanding men in the kingdom, and to Daniel, God granted the gift of dream interpretation. They were able to access this dimension of God because they chose to abstain from certain tables. They recognized the need for a right diet to align with God's divine agenda for their lives.

God wants us to awaken to the fact that we need to seek out the right diets for our destinies.

First, we must acknowledge that the beauty of our lives depends on God. As we embrace this truth, we should actively seek the right people, places, books, and information; we should learn the right way to communicate. What may go unchallenged for one person may incur penalties for another who loves God. 

The daily question we should ask ourselves is, "Is God in this?" because He desires to be involved in everything we do.

During a conversation with my sister, she casually mentioned, "I've noticed your use of curse words and insults; I know you intend them as jokes, but you should watch it." At first, I dismissed it, thinking, "That can't be me." However, I decided to pay closer attention and realized that I had not only started using such language jokingly but had also begun to resort to it during times of frustration and anger—both towards myself and others.

Perhaps God is speaking to you today, saying, "That is not the right way to express yourself. The business shouldn't go online yet. Don't hire staff yet. Don't discuss this with anyone. Read this book. Search for this information." The list goes on, but ultimately, God is saying, "I have created a balanced meal plan for you." You have access to it.

Proverbs 14:12- I paraphrase: 

If there is a way that seems right, yet leads to judgment, then there is another way that God wants us to follow—a way that aligns with His prescribed diet for us. Will you choose this dietary plan?

Stay Revived!

Trading with the Enemy’s Tools: A Call to Discernment

 What if it has become legal—even acceptable—to trade with the enemy’s tools?

When we read the account of Daniel and his friends, who chose to abstain from the king’s delicacies (Daniel 1:8–16), it’s more than just a historical event. As children, it became a song for many of us—something we chanted with innocence and enthusiasm. But as we grow older, we realize it’s not just a song—it’s a conviction. A declaration: We will not play with the enemy’s toys.

No matter how fun, trendy, or cleverly disguised these tools may be, God’s Word must remain our guide and our standard for living. We are constantly surrounded by cultural influences: the workplace environment, popular media, music and dance trends, and generational ideologies. These things may seem harmless on the surface, but often they are laced with spiritual compromises.

We are reminded of Job, a man whom Satan sought to accuse before God (Job 1:6–12). The enemy still roams the earth, seeking legal grounds to accuse the children of God. And many times, that access is granted not through obvious sin, but through subtle compromises—tools handed over to us by culture, normalized by society, and even celebrated as progressive.

When you find yourself in an environment where the lifestyle or work culture contradicts your Christian values—where your spirit is daily grieved—remember this: You may be in the world, but you are not of it. You are called to live by a higher order—the way of the Lord.

We have a choice: to absorb the ways of the world or to let the way of Jesus shape our thoughts, decisions, and habits.

The Bible warns us clearly:

“Lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices.” — 2 Corinthians 2:11 (NKJV)

This scripture is a wake-up call—to be vigilant, to stay alert, and to live intentionally. Each day is a fresh invitation to ride victoriously in Christ, lifting up the name of the Master.

Let us not trade away our convictions for convenience. Let us not adopt tools crafted by the enemy for fleeting relevance. Instead, let us walk in discernment, courage, and truth—boldly declaring that we will not feast at the king’s table when we’ve been invited to the Lord’s.

Stay Revived!

When We Become Ignorant of the Devices of the Crafty—What Happens?

What comes to your mind whenever this scripture is read?

2 Corinthians 2:10–11 (MSG):

“The fact is that I’m joining in with your forgiveness, as Christ is with us, guiding us. After all, we don’t want to unwittingly give Satan an opening for yet more mischief—we’re not oblivious to his sly ways!”

Having grown up in the church, my children's teacher would often say, “Do not be ignorant of the devices of the crafty.”

To my childlike mind, I imagined sins like fornication, adultery, stealing, and corruption. I would constantly remind myself that indulging in such things gave the enemy a foothold. As I grew older, these became the red markers in my Christian walk.

But a few days ago, during a discussion with my sister about this very passage, she mentioned “the devil’s toys.” And a lightbulb went on. These toys are also devices of the crafty—subtle strategies the enemy uses to place limitations on God's victory in our lives and to distract us from a life of consecration.

I’ve seen the enemy release the device of fear over my life. At other times, it was anger, envy, slander, little lies, depression, pride—always showing up right after I had walked in obedience to a divine instruction.

But here is God saying: “Do not be ignorant of the enemy’s strategies.”

When the enemy comes, he comes well prepared. Every “toy” is positioned with strategy, aimed at breaking our defenses. That’s why, when we choose God each day, we must not walk in darkness. We must recognize that the enemy can form weapons against us from anything—even the air we breathe, our family relationships, our careers, businesses, health, or sense of self-worth.

It’s not just the obvious things—like a sack letter or business failure—that are his strategies. It might be an open door, a new relationship, a fashion trend, a movie, social media content, discussions, or even a promotion. We must be discerning.

God is saying to us today: “Give the devil no place.”

The enemy is looking for legal ground—a document to present before God just like he did with Job. There are times I’ve desired a major breakthrough, and then I go on social media—our modern-day space to celebrate or mourn—and see a friend achieve what I’ve long prayed for. I start to question God's faithfulness.

But it’s not about what we see or hear. It’s about letting God roar over us and keeping a purity of thought. And even when one of the enemy’s “toys” gains a foothold in us, we must be quick to acknowledge it, bring it to God, and let Him refine us.

For every victorious season, there’s a “toy” the enemy wants us to play with.

But Jesus calls us to continually declare:

“I refuse to give Satan an opening. I am not ignorant of his sly ways.”

Stay Revived!