Unmasking Hidden Systems, Spiritual Influence, and the Pursuit of Power Many believers have heard dramatic claims about “the Illuminati,” yet few understand the spiritual principles behind systems of influence, power structures, and the unseen forces that shape human behavior. This teaching goes beyond conspiracy ideas, exposing what the Bible actually reveals about darkness, knowledge, loyalty, and the spiritual hierarchy governing the world. This study is based on the sermon “The Illuminati”  delivered by Prophet Lovy Elias  on 10 March 2024. STUDY NOTES 1. Opening Foundations: What the Illuminati Really Is The message begins by clarifying that the term “Illuminati”  comes from the idea of illumination  — to be enlightened, to receive knowledge, to see beyond the ordinary. In Scripture, illumination is not evil  by default. The enemy uses the concept of “illumination” to counterfeit divine revelation, enticing people toward forbidden knowledge or power that does not come from God. Not every form of “illumination” is demonic; the issue is the source  of the light and the nature  of the knowledge received. The Bible consistently shows two realms of illumination: Knowledge revealed by God Knowledge revealed by Satan The teaching emphasizes that human beings are created to seek knowledge, meaning the enemy often exploits this natural desire. 2. Light, Darkness, and the Nature of Influence There is a distinction between light  as revelation from God and false light  offered by Satan. Satan transforms himself into an “angel of light,” making his influence appear good, progressive, intelligent, or beneficial. Darkness in the Bible is not only the absence of light — it is also a form of knowledge  that blinds rather than reveals. Two kingdoms operate in parallel: The Kingdom of Light  (operating by truth) The Kingdom of Darkness  (operating by deception) The enemy’s system is constructed on imitation . God gives revelation → Satan produces counterfeit knowledge God gives power → Satan produces counterfeit power God gives authority → Satan produces counterfeit authority The term “Illuminati” is used culturally to describe people in power who are aided by hidden influences, but spiritually, the concept is far deeper than worldly conspiracies. 3. Genesis: The First Attempt at Forbidden Illumination The serpent’s approach to Eve is the first “Illuminati” recruitment attempt recorded in Scripture. The temptation had three elements : Elevated perception  — “Your eyes shall be opened.” Elevated identity  — “Ye shall be as gods.” Elevated knowledge  — “Knowing good and evil.” The serpent did not push Eve into rebellion immediately; he offered information , perception , and identity upgrades . This mirrors how the enemy influences people today: Offering enlightenment Offering deeper understanding Offering exclusive knowledge that seems advanced Eve was not tempted by darkness — she was tempted by a false light . The enemy’s strategy has not changed since Genesis. 4. The Nature of Deception: Why People Fall for False Light Deception succeeds when people desire: Superiority Special access Elevated status Secret knowledge The serpent manipulated Eve by tapping into a desire to “know more.” Deception operates best when people believe they are becoming enlightened. When someone believes they are growing intellectually or spiritually, they stop questioning the source  of the enlightenment. The enemy does not tempt with obvious evil — he tempts with appearing advanced . 5. Testing Jesus: The Enemy Tries to Illuminate Christ The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness is a direct confrontation between true illumination and false illumination. Satan uses Scripture — the same way he used “God’s words” to deceive Eve. Jesus responds with revelation , not emotion. The temptations targeted: Identity Authority Power Satan offered Jesus a shortcut: “Bow to me and I will give you the kingdoms of the world.” The enemy always offers the right thing through the wrong door . 6. The Real Structure of the Enemy’s Kingdom The enemy’s kingdom is organized , hierarchical , and strategic . The Bible refers to: Principalities Powers Rulers of darkness Spiritual wickedness in high places These are not random demons — they are structured ranks. The world’s visible systems—political, entertainment, financial, cultural—are influenced by these invisible rulers. Human leaders are often puppets , not masterminds. 7. The Illuminati as a Spiritual Concept, Not a Human Club The teaching clarifies that the Illuminati is not : A single global organization A small human group controlling the world A set of celebrities in a secret club Instead, the Illuminati is a spiritual agenda : To blind To mislead To corrupt To offer false light Human beings who align with this agenda become tools, whether knowingly or unknowingly. Not all powerful people serve darkness — but darkness seeks influence  wherever influence exists. 8. Hidden Knowledge, True Knowledge, and Divine Discernment Not all hidden knowledge is demonic; some mysteries belong to God. The Bible says: “The secret things belong unto the Lord.” True revelation is invitation-based : God reveals deeper things to those who walk in His light. False revelation is temptation-based : The enemy reveals deeper things to those he can deceive. Discernment is not suspicion; it is spiritual recognition. 9. Signs Someone Is Being Influenced by False Light A desire for superiority disguised as growth. An obsession with secret meanings or hidden codes. A belief that spiritual depth must come from complexity. Attraction to teachings that elevate the mind but darken the spirit. A shift from humility to elitism. A mindset that measures maturity by “deepness” instead of obedience. When someone becomes more impressed with “secrets” than with Scripture, they have already stepped into the enemy’s curriculum. 10. Why the Enemy Wants People Spiritually Blind The enemy’s greatest weapon is blindness  — not violence, not fear, not demonic manifestations. Blindness keeps people: Spiritually unaware Unable to discern Unable to see what is influencing them Someone who cannot see spiritually becomes easy to recruit. People do not join darkness because they want evil; they join because they believe they are receiving insight . Blindness is not ignorance — it is the illusion of sight. A person thinks they see, but everything they see is distorted. 11. The Strategy: Mix Truth With Error The serpent in Eden did not lie entirely; he mixed truth with deception. Satan quotes Scripture, but he quotes it without revelation . Truth without context becomes deception. Deception becomes powerful when it appears biblically sound. The enemy’s “illumination” always contains: A true principle A twisted purpose A false application This is why discernment is necessary — not everything that sounds true is from God. 12. The Devil’s Desire: Worship Through Influence The enemy does not primarily want rituals; he wants worship through influence . The long-term goal is: To shape human thought To redefine morality To normalize darkness To make sin look enlightened The temptation of Jesus reveals this clearly: “All these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me.” The enemy’s method is not fear-based — it is enticement-based . 13. Why the Illuminati Conversation Distracts Believers Many Christians focus on: Celebrities Symbols Groups Conspiracy theories Meanwhile they ignore spiritual realities affecting their own lives . The real danger is not: A musician making a hand sign A logo with a triangle A celebrity wearing certain colors The real danger is a believer living without discernment. The enemy uses distraction to keep Christians from: Prayer Holiness Obedience Revelation A person can spend hours studying conspiracies and never develop spiritual sight. 14. The Bible’s Definition of Enlightenment Biblical enlightenment is knowing God , not gathering secret information. The Bible says that knowledge without love puffs up . Revelation from God always produces: Transformation Humility Clarity Purity False light produces: Pride Confusion Complexity Obsession The true mark of divine light is simplicity combined with depth. 15. Satan’s Agenda Through Culture Culture becomes a tool for influence. The enemy uses: Music Entertainment Movements Ideologies Trends These things shape: Identity Worldview Self-worth Values Anyone who controls culture controls hearts. People absorb beliefs without knowing they are being discipled by darkness. 16. Why People Think the Illuminati Is “Everywhere” Humans tend to connect dots emotionally, not spiritually. When people lack teaching, they misinterpret: Symbols Patterns Coincidences Artistic expression Not everything with a symbol is demonic. Not everyone in power is controlled by darkness. The enemy spreads exaggeration to create fear and fascination — both keep people spiritually immature. 17. What Actually Opens the Door to False Light Curiosity without spiritual discipline. Exposure to teachings or ideas without discernment. Seeking power without seeking God. Vulnerability created by: Offense Hurt Trauma Pride The enemy uses wounds as entry points. When someone desires influence more than transformation, false illumination becomes attractive. 18. Divine Light vs. Counterfeit Light Divine light produces: Life Freedom Growth Peace Counterfeit light produces: Anxiety Obsession Fear Control Divine revelation aligns with Scripture; counterfeit revelation requires constant complication . God’s voice brings clarity; the enemy’s voice brings chaos disguised as deepness. 19. Becoming Truly Enlightened in God True illumination requires: Fellowship with God The Holy Spirit Scriptural grounding Obedience Humility The Bible says: “The entrance of thy words giveth light.” A believer who walks in divine light does not fear false light. The answer is not studying darkness — it is walking in God’s light. Scripture References (KJV) Genesis 3:4–5 “And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die: For God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as gods…” 2 Corinthians 11:14 “And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” Psalm 119:130 “The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.” Matthew 4:8–10 (Temptation scene referenced when Satan offered Jesus the kingdoms of the world.) Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers…” Deuteronomy 29:29 “The secret things belong unto the Lord our God…” 1 John 2:11 “But he that hateth his brother is in darkness…” Prayers Declaration 1 “Lord, open my eyes.” Declaration 2 “Let me walk in Your light.” Golden Nuggets “Not every light is from God.” “The devil offers the right things through the wrong door.” “The serpent did not tempt Eve with darkness; he tempted her with the appearance of elevation.” “Deception works best when people believe they are becoming enlightened.” “Truth without revelation becomes deception.” “The enemy does not need your fear; he wants your influence.” “Blindness is not ignorance; blindness is the illusion of sight.” “Satan transforms himself into an angel of light because he knows people follow light.” “Not every hidden thing is demonic; some mysteries belong to God.” “Discernment is not suspicion; discernment is recognition.” “The enemy uses culture to disciple people without them knowing it.” “A person obsessed with secrets has already stepped into the curriculum of darkness.” “False light makes people feel intelligent while blinding their spirit.” “The world’s systems are influenced by invisible rulers, not celebrities.” “True revelation produces humility; counterfeit revelation produces pride.” “You do not overcome darkness by studying darkness; you overcome darkness by walking in light.” “When someone desires influence more than transformation, they become vulnerable to deception.” “Knowledge without love will always puff up.” “The devil quotes Scripture, but he cannot reveal Scripture.” “God’s light brings clarity; the enemy’s light brings complexity disguised as depth.”

Understanding the Spiritual Patterns That Govern Suffering and Release Opening your eyes to spiritual cycles is essential for breaking patterns that keep repeating in life. Many believers pray, fast, and push forward, yet remain trapped in invisible loops of delay, frustration, or inner turmoil. This teaching exposes the hidden spiritual systems behind torment—where it originates, how it operates, and what must be discerned in order to escape it. This study is based on the sermon “The Cycles of Torment” delivered by Prophet Lovy Elias on 8 July 2025. Study Notes 1. Opening Context: Environment, Grace, and Spiritual Perception The message begins with expressions of gratitude for being in the Bahamas, acknowledging the beauty of the place and the warmth of the people. The setting is spontaneous; the gathering was encouraged by close friends and family. The future is described as “bright,” with a tone of expectation and hope for what God intends to do. There is an instruction to share the video because God is going to move in a special way . A reference is made to 1 Corinthians 2 , emphasizing that faith must rest in the power of God , not in the wisdom or words of men. A prophet's duty is described as helping people see God beyond the Scripture  and to manifest God  so that the God who is read about becomes the God who is encountered. A quote is recalled: “If you can’t demonstrate it, stop teaching.” The calling of a prophet is to reveal God , not just talk about Him. Honor is given to the legacy of Dr. Myles Munroe , recognizing his global impact that began from a small island. A reflection is made on how people often appreciate a vessel of God only after they are gone . The speaker shares that he is personally a product of Dr. Munroe’s ministry—studying him, learning from him, and seeking to partake of the grace upon his life. There is an intention to visit Dr. Munroe’s church and the place where he was laid to rest, to pray and receive impartation. A major principle is introduced: Most believers are unspiritual , therefore they do not understand spiritual things. Spiritual truths must be discerned spiritually. One of the “accusations” addressed is people saying he “steals grace,” but the teaching clarifies: You cannot steal  what God gives. You can  partake of what God has given to another. Receiving from another person’s grace is an act of wisdom  and humility . A key spiritual law is explained: There are things God will never give you directly because He designed you to receive them through humility toward others. You cannot pray for what God intends for you to receive through someone else. Jesus Himself humbled Himself before John the Baptist to receive the grace of an open heaven , because John carried Elijah’s spirit—the one who opened that portal. Jesus could not bypass that order; Elijah had to open the way for Him . Many people fail spiritually because they do not recognize the “Elijah” sent to their life, and thus suffer unnecessarily . Greatness operates by humility; grace is given to the humble. True greatness is accumulated through learning, receiving, and partaking of graces from many places. Grace does not fall upon the proud, and honor  is the pathway to growth. There is a firm reminder: Jesus received the greatest name because He humbled Himself , even to death on the cross. No humility, no elevation. 2. Why This Message Matters: Understanding Torment God’s purpose in the Bahamas includes the salvation of souls and turning hearts to Christ. The introduction shifts to the core topic: “The Cycles of Torment.” Emphasis: Many people have been given up to Satan  and do not know it. Many have been released into the enemy’s hands  but are unaware. Torment has levels  and cycles , and these cycles repeat until they are broken. There are three levels (or cycles) of torment : One caused by sin . Two ordained directly by God . One resulting from our own choices —and this one is the easiest to break. A cycle repeats itself until: Truth is revealed , Humility is embraced , Or divine intervention  breaks in. Two of these torment cycles are described as God-ordained , which is shocking to many believers. The first cycle is introduced: the torment of sin . 3. The First Cycle of Torment: Sin The first cycle of torment is sin , originating from the rule of “the prince of the power of the air.” Before receiving Christ, people live under the influence and rulership of this power. Sin creates disobedience , enmity with God , and opens the door for the enemy to take advantage. People suffer consequences of sins that were not originally theirs—humanity was influenced  into sin. This is why God forgives mankind; humanity fell victim  to sin rather than originating it. Sin brings torment because: “The wages of sin is death.” Sin produces death not only physically, but also in the environments, relationships, and systems surrounding a person. When a person comes into Christ: They are received , purified , and sanctified . They break away  from the cycle of torment attached to sin. The cycle itself isn’t destroyed; it continues—but Christ absorbs it . The punishment meant for humanity fell upon Christ, allowing believers to escape this torment cycle. When a person repents, the influence of the “prince of the air” is immediately broken. Deliverance begins the moment Christ enters because the bondage of sin is broken. 4. The Second Cycle of Torment: God Giving Someone Up to Satan The second cycle of torment is ordained by God Himself . Scripture (1 Corinthians 5) speaks of a person being handed over to Satan for destruction of the flesh so their soul may be saved . This cycle is different from the torment of sin: It does not  originate from disobedience alone. It originates from God’s desire to preserve the soul , even at the cost of the body. God may allow a person to die young because: Their salvation is secure now , But God foresees that later they may backslide or turn away. This cycle is a mercy in disguise — destruction of the body for the salvation of the soul. Examples given: Jesus  Himself was “given up” — His body destroyed for the salvation of others. The only way Jesus could die was by allowing  it; He orchestrated His own surrender. This cycle reveals: God’s highest priority is the soul . God’s dealings may appear harsh, but are rooted in salvation. The speaker notes personal experiences of witnessing individuals give their lives to Christ shortly before dying — recognizing that God used that moment to save them. Suicide is addressed: The instruction is never to encourage it — “I will tell you, you will go to hell.” Yet, there are cases where torment drove individuals into it, which means not all situations are identical or easily judged. Summary of this cycle: God gives a person up to Satan → body destroyed → soul saved. 5. Testing vs. Temptation A distinction is made: Temptation  is by the devil, seeking to expose evil desires already inside a person. Testing  is by God, to evaluate whether a person has learned truth and grown. Key points: Humans are tempted by their own evil desires . God tests in order to promote . Temptation and testing can happen simultaneously, but have different purposes depending on one’s standpoint. God does not allow temptation beyond one’s capacity. Jesus was led by the Spirit  to be tempted — both a test and a temptation. A critical revelation: God does not  deliver people from all weaknesses. Certain weaknesses remain so that His power may rest  on the person. Weakness creates dependency on God. Self-righteousness begins when a person forgets their own weakness and believes they are strong by themselves. People who condemn others while forgetting their own failures fall into self-righteousness. Jesus ate with sinners; His righteousness became their standard. A person who believes they are purified by their own strength has already drifted from God. 6. Scripture Proofs: God Allowing Evil, Calamity, and Torment Amos 3:5–6 “Shall there be evil in the city, and the Lord hath not done it?” Evil (calamity, adversity) can occur through God handing over  a city or person to the enemy. Israel’s History God repeatedly handed Israel over to: Philistines Egyptians Babylonians These were cycles of torment designed to straighten them out. Isaiah 45:7 God takes ownership of creating both “prosperity” and “calamity.” This verse is emphasized as shocking to modern believers. Lamentations 3:37–38 Nothing happens unless the Lord commands it. Both adversity and good proceed from the Lord. The teaching counters the idea that every negative thing is the devil. Believers often misunderstand God’s actions because they lack spiritual understanding. Another principle: If a curse works against someone, God permitted it . No curse can land without a cause. If a witch curses and it succeeds, the person must have offended God. God is sovereign: Even the devil cannot act outside God’s jurisdiction. All things work together for good — even what the enemy intends. 7. Job’s Example Job never blamed Satan. When losing everything, Job worshiped God . Job said: “Shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil?” (Job 2:9–10) The teaching emphasizes: Christians today blame the devil for anything unpleasant. Job understood God’s sovereignty and responded with worship. Following God involves ups and downs, because God is building spiritual life. God can allow hardship not because of sin , but for spiritual formation. 8. Moses and Pharaoh: God Hardening the Heart Moses was sent to deliver Israel. But God hardened Pharaoh’s heart, making the mission harder. Moses questioned God: “Why did You do this to me?” God reveals: Pharaoh’s hardening had divine purpose. God does not force transformation; He reveals truth so that humans choose. God does not change hearts subconsciously. Transformation without revelation has no substance and fades quickly. People who quickly “love” spiritual leaders can just as quickly turn — because there is no foundation. True love has a foundation; convenience is not love. Pharaoh’s hardening is a sign of being in a cycle of torment . 9. How to Recognize You Are in a Cycle of Torment The teaching shifts into one of its most important revelations: How to discern that a person has been “given up” and is now operating under torment without knowing it. 1. Unforgiveness When someone has experienced the forgiveness of God yet cannot forgive others, the emotion driving them is no longer natural. Unforgiveness becomes demonic  because: It consumes the mind. It enslaves thoughts to the person who offended you. It creates sickness, spiritual stagnancy, and emotional bondage. A tormenting cycle forms when a person becomes obsessed with the one they have not forgiven — thinking constantly about someone who is not thinking about them. Obsession itself is defined as torment . 2. Self-righteousness This occurs when someone believes they are right with God based on comparing themselves to others. Righteousness is right standing with God , not personal moral superiority. When someone judges others while forgetting their own failures, it becomes a sign of torment. Condemning acts is acceptable; condemning people reveals a deeper spiritual issue. Using others as a yardstick (instead of Christ) shows that a person has already drifted from God. 3. Self-justification A major indicator of torment is the need to justify one’s reactions, feelings, or retaliations. Examples given include: “You hurt me, so I am justified in hurting you.” “My feelings give me the right to behave this way.” The question becomes: “Is what you are doing justifiable before God?” When someone believes their emotional reasoning overrides God’s standard, they may be in a cycle of torment without knowing it. 4. A Reprobate Mind This is the climax  of torment. A reprobate mind is when: The voice of conscience no longer speaks. The inner warnings that once existed are gone. A person knowingly does wrong but cannot stop. No voice of reason can reach them. The conscience becomes muted. A person becomes given over to their own passions . Illustration from childhood cartoons: The angel and devil on each shoulder represent conscience at work. When the good voice disappears, the person is already deep in torment. 5. Obsession With Public Approval This mirrors the character of Satan who desired to be seen, adored, and approved publicly. When someone needs public validation: They lack the approval of God in their spirit. They chase attention, applause, and visibility. Public approval is unstable; the same crowd that praises today will mock tomorrow. A person consumed by public opinion is already in a cycle of torment. Example referenced: Public figures who were adored in one season but mocked in another. The instruction: Do things for yourself , not for the crowd. Living for approval means the person has already received their reward — and it is torment. Additional Signs Highlighted Through Examples & Commentary People who change behavior based on who is present (like Saul with David). People who gossip or attack others but cannot explain why — influenced by emotional demonic impulses. People who become “accountants” of another person’s blessings, lifestyle, or possessions — monitoring what others have. People whose passions, zeal, or emotions overpower logic — a sign that a spirit is influencing them. People who criticize or resent what God is doing for someone else — attempting to diminish those whom God has approved. 10. Why Emotions Are a Major Gateway to Torment A key principle is emphasized: “Demons speak to you through emotions.” Emotions are not facts; emotions cannot determine truth. A person may dislike someone without any valid spiritual or factual reason. Many people claim to be “prophetic” based on emotional sensitivity, but: If emotions guide discernment, it is deception. True discernment is revelatory, not emotional. Emotional instability creates vulnerability to demonic influence. Any emotion that exceeds logic or godly balance is a spiritual invitation. People often misjudge others based on appearance or feelings, not reality. The teaching warns strongly against emotional Christians, because lack of emotional control makes the person spiritually open . 11. How Demons Enter: A Legal, Not Random, Process Sin alone does not automatically cause possession. reproIf sin alone were the gateway, everyone would be possessed , since all have sinned. There must be a legal basis  for demonic entry. Distinction: Poor character is not the same as demonization. Example given: Samson’s lifestyle did not automatically result in a spirit of lust possessing him. Demons enter when legal grounds are created through spiritual law, not mere moral failure. People confuse: Character flaws Demonic behavior Biblical “fruit” is not personality but spiritual output that blesses others . 12. Additional Illustrations: Scripture, Religion, and Misunderstanding Christianity is centered on Christ , not on the Bible as an object. The Bible is inspired by God, but Christianity existed before the compiled text. Satan can quote Scripture but does not know “the Word,” because knowing requires encounter. Many believers weaponize Scripture in emotional ways, which leads to deception. People can become used by the devil while holding Bibles, because the Bible without the Spirit is just a book. 13. Pharaoh, Hardening, and Emotional Influence God hardened Pharaoh’s heart for divine purpose: To humble him. To judge the gods of Egypt. To reveal God’s power. Pharaoh’s behavior — increased anger, increased oppression — was influenced by evil emotions stirred through divine judgment . Pharaoh shows how torment produces irrationality: He agrees to let Israel go. Then changes his mind. Then pursues to destroy them. Hardness of heart is not simply stubbornness — it is a sign of judgment. 14. A Pastoral Example: When Torment Is Actually God’s Hand A case is described of a man afflicted by torment. When prayer was attempted, God said: “Do not touch him. It is Me.” The torment was punishment because: The man abandoned his wife and four children. God required restitution, repentance, and responsibility before release. Certain torments are not demonic but disciplinary. When the person repented and made things right, then prayer was permitted. 15. The Opposite Outcome: When Someone Is Against Whom God Has Approved When a person is given over to torment, they cannot diminish someone whom God has approved. The person they oppose will continue to increase. God approves individuals in secret , and no public attack can undo His approval. When someone works to bring another person down, this striving is itself evidence of torment. The devil deceives people into believing they can “win” — this illusion drives people deeper into destruction. 16. How to Break Out of Torment The critical question is: “What is consuming you?” A person cannot break a cycle they do not understand or acknowledge. A believer should be consumed by: The Holy Spirit The love of God Purity of heart “To the pure, all things are pure.” Someone consumed by God sees others as God sees them: Loving them deeply Fighting alongside them against what God hates in them Not confusing the person with their flaws Breaking torment begins with truthful self-examination: Looking in the mirror honestly Examining motives Recognizing consumption Scripture References (KJV) 1 Corinthians 2:5 “That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.” Amos 3:5–6 Can a bird fall in a snare upon the earth, where no gin is for him? shall one take up a snare from the earth, and have taken nothing at all? Shall a trumpet be blown in the city, and the people not be afraid? shall there be evil in a city, and the LORD hath not done it?” Isaiah 45:7 “I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these things.” Lamentations 3:37–38 “Who is he that saith, and it cometh to pass, when the Lord commandeth it not? Out of the mouth of the most High proceedeth not evil and good?” Job 2:9–10 “Then said his wife unto him, Dost thou still retain thine integrity? curse God, and die. But he said unto her, Thou speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips.” 1 Kings 22:19–23 (Summarized reading of the passage where a spirit volunteers to be a lying spirit in the mouths of Ahab’s prophets.) 1 Corinthians 5:5 “To deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.” Romans 1:28  (referenced concept: reprobate mind) “And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind…” James 1:13–14  (concept explained) “Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God… But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.” Prayers Declaration 1 “Lord, deliver me from the cycle of torment.” Repeated multiple times in the sermon. Declaration 2 “What is consuming me?” (This is asked as a personal reflective cry, not a congregational chant.) Golden Nuggets “A prophet’s duty is to reveal God to you; the God you read about, you are supposed to see.” “Grace comes by humility; God gives grace to the humble.” “You cannot pray for what God intends for you to receive through someone else.” “The first cycle of torment is sin.” “God would rather save your soul and destroy your body than for you to be lost forever.” “God does not deliver you from every weakness because His power rests on your weakness.” “Self-righteousness begins when you forget your own weakness.” “Shall we receive good from God and not receive evil?” “Demons speak to you through emotions.” “If sin alone opened the door to demons, everyone on earth would be possessed.” “Character is not the fruit the Bible speaks about; true fruit is what God has placed in you that others can benefit from.” “Pharaoh’s heart was hardened by God for divine purpose.” “Obsession is torment.” “When God approves you in secret, no public attack can reduce you.” “You cannot break out of something that you do not understand is happening to you.”

Breaking Free from Invisible Structures That Shape Destiny The world trains people to survive through pressure, performance, and self-reliance, yet inwardly many sense that something is misaligned. The weight of expectations, the need to prove worth, and the race to “make it” often feel like chains—subtle, familiar, and silently accepted. This message explores the deeper systems that shape human decisions, bind identity, and quietly steer believers away from God’s intended path. It exposes the mechanisms that blind, uproot purpose, and replace divine dependence with cycles of striving. These study notes are drawn from the sermon “Systems of the World”  preached by Prophet Lovy L. Elias  on 12 March 2024: Study Notes Leadership & the Origin of Systems How Leadership Reveals Systems “A leader is primarily a servant.” “A servant who has been faithful, and God adds on what they are doing.” “As God adds on what they are doing, He also adds help.” Leadership grows through: Delegation Merging people into vision Recognizing that those God sends “usually have something they do that you can’t” Why Systems Matter Within leadership, “there is a lot of people you meet, all manner of people… with different philosophies, different backgrounds, different thoughts.” Through dealing with people, patterns become visible: “You start discerning how easily people can be kept away from destinies that God has ordained for them because of the systems of this world.” Observation: “Some anointed men of God… will never live up to the potential God set for them, because they are caught up in the hamster wheel called the systems of this world.” Scripture Foundation 2 Corinthians 4:4 Read aloud: “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not…” Key emphasis: “The devil blinds those who have not come to believe. But what does that blinding entail?” Clarification of Misconceptions “The devil’s issue is not really you receiving salvation.” Many blessings in life came “because of somebody that didn’t know God but gave you an opportunity to see the goodness of God.” Even after salvation: “There are men and women who are still blinded.” “Holy Ghost filled people… and they still don’t know the mind of God concerning them.” “They will prioritize their job over their destiny.” Initial Definition Systems of the world = structures designed to blind, bind, and divert destiny. The First System: Mammon The Core Design of the World’s System “The system of the world has been designed to break you.” “Number one is to worship a god called Mammon.” Mammon becomes the center when “your entire life is set on serving money.” How the System Traps Daily Life “If you don’t have money, you can’t live, you can’t eat, you can’t do anything… you are crippled.” “Every time you enter your house, it costs you money.” “When you turn on the light, it costs you money.” “You use water, it costs you money.” “You step out of your house, it costs you money… Uber or gas.” “Everything you do has bound you. You have completely been tied.” Money Itself Is Not the Problem “Is it bad to use money? Absolutely not.” God has systems He ordained; Satan has systems he ordained. Misplaced Dependency The System Makes the Job the Source “When you believe that your job is your source, you are caught up in the system of the world.” “It robbed you of your faith in God and established your faith on the system of the world.” “If I slave, I will be rewarded. Yet the system of God is: if you rely on Me, My grace is more than enough.” Contrast Between the Two Systems “The system of the world wants you to be strong so that they can use you.” “God wants to be your strength so that He can walk and work with you.” The Real Deliverance Needed Deliverance Is Often Not From Demons “Most people think they need deliverance from demons. No, you need deliverance from the systems of the world.” “Most people need deliverance from the systems of this world, not from demons.” Blinding Continues After Salvation “There are men and women who have come to the Lord and they still don’t know what they are doing on earth.” “They speak in tongues… and still don’t know the mind of God concerning them.” Priorities shift wrongly: “They will prioritize their job over their destiny.” Illustrative Example: King Cyrus A Destiny Fulfilled Without Religious Activity Cyrus “was anointed by God” to deliver Israel from Babylon. “Cyrus himself had never heard the voice of God.” “Cyrus had never prayed.” “We don’t even know that Cyrus got born again.” Yet fulfilling his ordained position caused freedom for many. Implication If someone without prayer, encounter, or spiritual discipline can fulfill destiny: “Now you imagine if you know God, if you can pray, and you know your destiny and you walk in it.” Why the System Fights Destiny “The moment you touch your destiny, it is a chain reaction.” “Souls will receive help.” “Souls will receive transformation.” “Souls will get restoration because you entered into your destiny.” Saved but Still Captive Spiritual Blindness After Salvation “You can be saved and be blinded, and that itself is scary.” “Because you’re saved, you think you’re safe.” “You can be a saved captive and never know it.” “You’re in captivity, but you say you’re saved, and you really think you’re free, but you’re completely tied to the system.” “You can’t even conceive what life apart from that system is.” Faith Requires a Different System “Our very faith as people of the kingdom is supposed to be a different system.” If the systems of the world shape the mind, “we’re not even truly saved by definition, because then we don’t even understand that it’s a different system that we should operate by.” Why the Mind Must Be Renewed The Scriptural Emphasis “The Bible focuses more after salvation.” “The word of God focuses more on the renewal of the mind.” Reason: “From when you were born, you are supposed to go to school… your parents want you to be a doctor, a pilot, an engineer, or a lawyer… then you have made it in life.” “They are not even considering what are the natural things God has given you.” Early Indoctrination “From conception, you are being indoctrinated into a system.” Human development is shaped around expectations—not calling. Cultural patterns enforce direction long before personal purpose can be discovered. The College Example Misalignment Between Education and Calling “I was having a talk with my son about college.” “If you want to go to college, cool.” “I’m a successful guy that started college and I pulled out, and I’m very successful.” “If you already know what God wants you to do, you are off investing yourself in what God wants you to do.” “Majority of the people only accumulated debt… they went into college and they came out still not knowing what they are supposed to do.” The System Trains Competition, Not Destiny “Most of the people you will ever work for—if you remain in the system—are people that broke out of the system.” “You will never be wealthy or rich doing a job. No one has ever been rich doing a job. It’s impossible.” “The system is not designed for that.” The Marketplace Trap Competition for Skills, Not Purpose “The system is meant for you to fight in the marketplace with people with the same skill.” “All of you are fighting for the same positions.” “The one who is benefitted is the one who ordained the system, not you.” “If they don’t like you, they can replace you with somebody who was trained to do exactly what you do.” Identity Becomes Disposable “There is nothing unique about you.” Success becomes dependent on: being liked being cheaper being replaceable “The system is full of people who want to make it through the system.” The Structure of Education Itself Misdirected Learning “All the subjects you learn from school… some of the things you never use them after you read them. It was a waste of time.” Affirmation: “I have nothing against education. People should be educated 100 percent.” But the system’s structure is misaligned: “Everything should have been tailored according to the giftings of people… people’s callings.” Competing Systems “The world… because the system is ruled by the god of this world. His duty is to blind you.” Systems are engineered to steer people away from purpose. The True Nature of the Battle Influence vs. Possession “Fallen angels are not interested in possessing you.” “That’s a limitation to them.” “They would rather influence you than possess you.” Historic example: “Persia… was ruled by the prince of the powers of the air. One fallen angel controlled the whole territory.” Systems Are Supervised Spiritually “One controlled the systems of that nation to make sure that the children of Israel remained in bondage.” The Hardest Deliverance “The most difficult thing in life is to free a free slave.” Psychological Bondage in the System The Cow and the Rope Illustration The professor’s experiment: A cow is tied to a post daily for three days. On the fourth day, no rope is tied. “The cow will stay there because in his mind you put a rope on his neck, yet there’s no rope.” Application: “Jesus took out the rope, the chains. But because you are chained for so long in the system, even though there is no chain, you still live according to…” Christians Bound Without Chains “That’s the biggest battle that Christians are facing today.” The mind remains conditioned even after Christ removes the bondage. Misunderstanding Calling Default Belief: Everyone Must Be a Preacher “By default, once we get saved, we think that God called us to just work inside the church.” “Everyone thinks they’re supposed to be a preacher. That’s bondage.” “Most of the people become saved and they think they’re supposed to be pastors.” Prophetic Words Misinterpreted Repeated messages people hear: “You’re going to serve God.” “God’s going to use you.” “He’s going to send you into the four corners of the world.” “You’re going to preach the gospel.” This produces a fixed expectation… yet not everyone’s calling is pulpit-based. Mislabeling Gifts as Demonic Artistic Gifts Misunderstood “God gave somebody the talent of music.” “You called the gift demonic.” “Acting… is pretend. Have you ever seen a zombie? Acting is pretend.” “All these giftings you are given, they are a platform to touch somebody in the world.” Artists and Creatives “I have such an understanding of artists, creatives, because I’m one of them.” “I wish you knew how many have come to Christ without you knowing.” The real issue is not artistry: “When you are controlled, you are under a spell. That is the definition of witchcraft.” What Bewitching Looks Like Biblical Pattern Bar-Jesus “bewitched the whole city” not by spells, but because “men looked at him and said, ‘This is the power of God.’” Bewitching = manipulating perception. Church Culture as Witchcraft When believers see someone worldly and respond with judgment instead of compassion: “I am also bewitched.” “Jesus came for the lost. Where is my heart for the lost?” Failure to reflect Christ’s compassion is evidence of being shaped by the system. Expectation as a Form of Witchcraft Unrealistic Spiritual Standards “When we see someone born again one week, one month… we expect them to be at our level.” Expectation becomes a weapon: “You are bewitched.” Comparison to Personal Experience Teachings like: “My pastor told me…” “My experience was like this…” Internal correction: “Your testimony is not mine.” The Holy Spirit and Misunderstood Theology Examples from Scripture Samson: “The child that is inside of your womb already has the Holy Spirit in them.” “Already in covenant.” Jesus: “Born of the Spirit of God… all he needed was the Spirit upon.” John the Baptist: “Already full of the Holy Spirit in his mother’s womb.” Misjudging Others “Prophet TB Joshua said, ‘I got born again in my mother’s womb.’ That is not the protocol of the church… I’m like, you people are idiots. You don’t read your Bible.” How Witchcraft Operates in Church Structures Control Through Norms “If you don’t fit into these boxes…” Speaking in tongues is treated as the  evidence, even though Scripture says: “They spoke in tongues as the Spirit gave utterance.” “They spoke.” “The Holy Spirit just gave them utterance.” Evidence of the Spirit “If you are supposed to be in the Spirit and you end up in the flesh, you have been bewitched.” Distortion Through Comparison Inherited Pressure Stories of children discovering calling differently. Emphasis: callings differ; experiences differ. Spectacular encounters do not define legitimacy. A System That Divides “Those things bring divisions and they bring sects.” “If you don’t fit these boxes, you are removed, labeled: mark and avoid.” Systemic Witchcraft Inside the Church A System That Labels and Excludes “In the church, we don’t have systemic racism; we have systemic witchcraft.” “If you don’t subscribe to this culture and this way of doing church, you are removed.” “You are labeled. Mark and avoid.” Impact on Destiny “If this can happen in the church, what is happening to your destiny?” “What is happening to your calling?” Misjudging Callings Outside the Pulpit Actors and Multi-Gifted Individuals “I have sons and daughters who are actors, but they can also preach.” “God can give you grace to do both of them.” When concerns are raised about acting roles: “Acting is pretend.” Music and Creative Industries “I’ve never met any artist and told them, change your music. Why would I do that?” “God will do that if He feels like it. It’s not my duty to do that.” Restricted Thinking The church destroys destinies by demanding conformity: “We are out here destroying destinies of people who are supposed to bring millions and millions of souls to Christ.” Appearance, Culture, and False Markers of ‘Holiness’ Judging Things God Does Not Judge Examples from comments online: “How can you have tattoos and serve God?” “You can’t be a man of God because you have this.” Correction: “My God, did you just miss what God did? You are bewitched.” Historical Examples Samson: “He had locks… matted hair.” Religious culture demands clean-cut appearances, but Scripture demonstrates diversity. Shallow Focus “God is healing people. God is delivering people. People are growing in their relationship with Christ. You—your issue is that hair.” “You—your issue is why did you put tattoo on your skin?” Disruptors Break Systems The Assignment to Disrupt “God has made me a disruptor.” “He’s using me to disrupt systems.” Reactions When the Mold Is Broken “These people were coming up; they don’t even know me. But when they talk about me, you think they’ve known me.” “When you break the mold, the system will try to wheel you back in.” Independence from Public Opinion Personal statement: “Does it mean I will forever have dreads? No. Maybe there’s a time I’ll cut them off… maybe remove tattoos… but that won’t determine whether God uses me or not.” The System’s Attempt to Control Expression Control as Witchcraft “When you are controlled, you are under a spell.” Control operates through: expectations culture religious norms demands for conformity Divine Unpredictability “God is not controlled by cultural boxes.” “When you break the mold, the system will try to wheel you back in.” The Call to Authenticity The call is for people to become themselves in God—not replicas. Disruptors expose: false spiritual standards surface-level holiness the insecurity of systems the fear behind control Knowing Calling Determines What to Refuse Clarity Brings Boundaries “When you understand what you are called to do, then you know what to say no to.” “If you don’t know what you’re called to do, you say yes to everything.” Bound by Old Yeses “I had said yes to too many things when I didn’t know what I was called to do.” When it was time to say yes to God, “all the other obligations I had placed in my life prior started calling my name.” Past Attachments Pull Back “Hey J.” “Alfred James… come back.” Opportunities, salaries, and commitments begin to summon a person backward. Block 6 — Opportunities Carry Spirits Discernment of Attachments “When opportunities come, you know what spirit is attached to it.” Some open doors are traps disguised as blessings. “We can sometimes be blinded by the salary.” “We need to understand what spirit is attached to that salary… what spirit is attached to that opportunity.” False Promotions The system can “keep us bound a lot longer, even when we’ve said yes to God.” Many believers are “subjected into a system where it’s almost like I have to finish this contract.” Declaring Freedom “I am declaring and decreeing that God is going to break every single thing the enemy has tried to place over your life to keep you bound in the system that you were not called to.” The Cost of Leaving One Master A Spiritual Law “If you abandon a master, you don’t take his benefits with you.” “If I abandon one master, he will take his things with him.” “That’s how Satan operates.” Contrast with God “The only one who gives gifts is God.” “Even if you leave Him, He leaves you with a gift that you remember that He was good.” “That is why God is called a good God.” Practical Example “When you lose your job, they take their insurance.” “Some of you have remained in certain employments because they pay your insurance.” Fear-Based Living “Notice the system has made you believe you will get sick.” People keep insurance for fear of future breakdowns: “Yet from the time you’ve had insurance, maybe you’ve used it one time.” Warning Against Impulsive Decisions No Blind Steps “Somebody watching this will say, tomorrow I’m quitting my job on faith. Please don’t do it.” “We haven’t finished speaking.” “There is no such thing as blind faith.” “Faith is precise. Faith is definite.” Life Analogy “You don’t assume you’re breathing. You know.” When You Leave the System, It Takes Its Tools Consequences of Defection from Darkness “You leave one master—he takes his stuff away.” “You don’t walk away from Jesus and you still have eternal life.” “You don’t denounce your citizenship and expect the nation you used to be in to serve and protect you.” The Occult Example Why Many Lose Their Minds “Most of the people you see on the streets crazy… lost their mind… didn’t lose their mind.” “Most of them were actually in the occult.” “When you try to defect, they take your mind.” People screaming, “They are chasing me! They are coming for me!” are often describing real spiritual entities they once served. Not All Mental Collapse Is Psychological “Some of them… it’s not that they have a broken soul.” “Some of them were actually in the occult.” Loss That Hits When Calling Emerges The Testimony of Sudden Collapse When the shift to God begins, battles intensify: “That’s when my divorce happened.” “That’s when I lost everything.” “Everything that could go wrong in my life went wrong.” “Everything happened like a tsunami at the same time.” Competition for the Soul “It’s almost like a competition for your soul. Not like — it is.” The Soul Reveals Its Captivity How to Measure Who Has You “How do you know that your soul is being captured? It is who has your attention.” “If your mind can go carnal, then somebody has you.” “To be carnally minded is enmity with God.” Prayer as an Indicator “How do you know your soul is under attack? When you can’t pray.” “You want to pray but you can’t.” “You attempt to pray but you don’t have the strength.” Strength exists for entertainment, but not for prayer: “You have the strength to watch a show, to go out with your friends.” Signs That Drifting Has Already Happened Spiritual Dullness “When you want to pray… let me look at what’s going on on Instagram.” “Your attention is pulled. Somebody has you.” Prayer Network Disconnected “You are just saying it but you are dry.” “The network is not reading.” “You have one bar and it’s going into SOS. One bar SOS is bad.” Self-Deliverance Requires Effort “It will take a lot more pushing for you to self-deliver.” “Not all deliverance is from demons. Sometimes the deliverance is of your attention.” False Security and Fighting Against God Misplaced Sense of Being ‘In Purpose’ Testimony shared to illustrate self-deception: “If you had asked me at that time, I would have said, ‘Oh no, I am in the will and purpose of God.’” Correction: “You told me that… you needed deliverance of five-fold ministry.” Bound by a System While Thinking You Are Free “You cannot fathom security in God.” “Your mind has been blinded.” “How can you not see that God is more secure and more safe than what you think you are giving to yourself?” Mercy as the Only Explanation “It is truly the mercy of God.” “Because you are fighting against God.” The Relocation Testimony (Illustration of Breaking the System) Houston Encounter Meeting occurred during UFC fight week. Description: Sweet African food Unawareness of coming transition “I told her a lot of things, but she didn’t get the picture.” Prophetic Warning “You are not going to be here as long as you are thinking.” “She didn’t know what was coming.” System Shaken “The winds shook the place so much.” Sudden crisis triggers awakening. Journey to LA “Yeah, I just want to come and visit you for one week.” “She said she was going to drive… she doesn’t know she is coming but she is not going back.” Car dies in Amarillo: “My car is dead but it died by a dealership.” “Go in, I am buying you a car.” Eyes Opened Upon Arrival “When she got here is when her eyes were opened.” Realization: “I was suffering because I was foolish.” Cultural Note “In our culture… older brother or younger brother.” Deliverance from Grinding, Entering Rest Compulsion to Earn Everything “The idea of rest… that mental deliverance was so hard.” “I have to make it happen… I have to figure it out… I have to get it together.” System Conditioning “Those skills were picked up out of suffering… thinking you were building, but you were not building. It was just survival.” Shift from Grinding to Functioning “God is wanting to take us from a season of grinding to functioning.” Grinding = depending on ability Functioning = depending on calling Clarity Produces Ease “When you are doing the things that God has called you to do, you don’t have to worry about the results because He is responsible for the results.” False Productivity “You can be busy doing nothing.” Transition Into Rest and Provision Provision Without Striving “For the first time in her life… dreaming and seeing the goodness of God… struggle is gone.” “Wake up and do the will of God while you prepare yourself for the next things God is going to bring.” Destiny Ripple Effect “If I remained in the system, then my little sister would still be in the system.” Misaligned Prayer: When Prayer Becomes Unbelief Hustling in Prayer Illustration of intense, dramatic praying: “Father, my God, my God…” “Interrupt my prayers.” “What are you fighting about?” Correction: “There’s a time for that, but now you are just wasting.” Fasting Without Alignment “I tried to fast… I felt my spirit was disconnected.” “I felt like my prayer life is dying… my fasting life is done.” Upgrade Misinterpreted as Decline “It was literally an upgrade, an elevation.” Prayer Out of Unbelief “Her prayer was actually unbelief.” “Not praying out of rest.” Dependence on Systems Even in Spirituality “Your security is in applying the system of prayer… you have to pray so that you are secure.” God’s Proven Care Redefines Prayer Rest Instead of Ritual “God has cared for you, seen you, heard you before you ever prayed a prayer.” No Fear-Based Night Prayers “I don’t pray for God to protect me when I’m going to sleep.” “That’s nonsense.” “God gives sleep to His beloved.” “I am God’s beloved. I’m knocking out.” Witches and Nightmares “You covered your house in the blood, but you’re still having nightmares… being choked.” “Where is the blood that you applied?” Evaluating Your Prayer Life Realistically Prayer That Produces Nothing Must Be Examined “I’ve been praying like this for this amount of time. What has changed?” “If nothing has changed, then I need to change my approach of prayer, or I need to change how I am.” “My approach, what I am saying, my heart — I need to make an adjustment because God is not a liar.” “If I’m not getting anything, then there is something I am not doing.” Nonsensical Prayer Habits “In church we just use: ‘Yes Lord, yes Lord, You will do it Lord.’” “You didn’t say anything in that moment of prayer.” “You are just chanting, breathing, and wasting the electricity because you didn’t accomplish anything.” Empty Phrases “Yes Lord — did He say something?” “‘Have Your way Lord’ — right now Lord, right now Lord… right now what?” Comparing with Scriptural Models Scripture Shows Functional Prayer “Observe Moses’ prayer, observe Jonah’s prayer, observe David’s prayer.” “Look at the Psalms. Nobody was doing the nonsense we are doing.” The Ghana Prophet Illustration Inherited Tongues and Performative Prayer A mighty prophet in Ghana gave a prayer point: “Lift your voice and pray.” The prayer team responded: “Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah!” Reaction: “What is this? I will slap you.” Correction: “Can we pray seriously? What is ‘A-a-a-a’?” Explanation: “Maybe the first one was actually praying in tongues.” “Then it became a culture — it’s no longer your prayer.” “Every prayer has the same tongue.” The False Strength of Formula-Based Prayer African Prayer Groups Example “People will take towels.” “Stand for eight hours straight, no breaks.” “Sweating… sauna has nothing on them.” “But poverty is still there. Struggle is still there. Nothing is changing.” Lack of Self-Assessment “No one is wise enough to say: hmm, maybe I’m not praying the correct way.” True Prayer: Balance of Spirit and Understanding Tongues and Understanding “I believe in praying in tongues.” “But I also believe in praying in your understanding.” “There are certain things you can pray in tongues, you pray in your understanding.” When Grinding Enters Prayer Life Prayer Becomes Labor Instead of Relationship “When the system has entangled you, you will start even grinding in prayer.” “Yet prayer is an act of rest.” Prayer Defined “Prayer is an act of rest.” “Come unto Me all you who are heavy burdened…” “We are trying to get trophies for how long we can fast… how long we can pray.” Prayer Results Are What Matter “Is prayer about you or about the man who will answer you, who is God?” “Your prayer is as effective as the person that will answer you.” “If I can pray for 10 hours, and Jesus can say one sentence and get results… something is wrong with my prayer.” Mimicking Godliness Without Power Intimacy vs. Performance “Where there is no intimacy, we begin to mimic.” “A form of godliness, denying the power thereof.” Prayer Time vs. Prayer Outcome “Somebody praying 30 minutes is better than you.” “Something is wrong.” Correction of Misaligned Fervency Unbelief Mistaken for Warfare “Her prayer was actually unbelief.” “Not praying out of rest.” “Praying out of a system.” False Sense of Securing Yourself “Your security is in applying the system of prayer… so you think you have to pray so that you are secure.” God’s Care Precedes Prayer “God has cared for you, seen you, heard you before you ever prayed a prayer.” God’s Protection Without Rituals Confidence of Sonship “I don’t pray for God to protect me when I’m going to sleep.” “God gives sleep to His beloved.” “I am God’s beloved. I’m knocking out.” “He watches over Israel — does not sleep nor slumber.” The Ineffectiveness of Ritualistic Coverings “You covered your house in the blood but you’re still having nightmares… being choked.” “Where is the blood that you applied?” Scripture References 1. 2 Corinthians 4:4 Referenced during the opening foundation of the teaching on blindness and systems: “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not…” 2. Book of Daniel (Implicit reference: Prince of Persia) Used when describing fallen angels who control territories and influence national systems. (This refers to Daniel 10:13, though only the narrative was mentioned, not the verse.) 3. Old Testament — Cyrus and the Deliverance from Babylon Referenced when explaining destiny and impact. (This refers to passages in Isaiah 44–45, though only the storyline was mentioned.) 4. Samson — Judges Narrative Referenced when discussing being set apart from the womb and having the Holy Spirit early: Nazarite vow “Don’t drink wine… the child already has the Holy Spirit” (This corresponds to Judges 13:3–5.) 5. Jesus’ Baptism and the Spirit Upon Him Referenced when explaining the Spirit within vs. the Spirit upon. (Relates to the Gospels — Matthew 3:16, Luke 3:22 — though only the narrative was mentioned.) 6. John the Baptist Filled With the Holy Spirit From the Womb Referenced when explaining that some are born with the Holy Spirit. (Relates to Luke 1:15, but again, only the narrative was mentioned.) 7. Psalm 51 — David’s Prayer Referenced when discussing “Don’t take Your Holy Spirit from me.” (Relates to Psalm 51:11.) 8. Galatians — “Who Has Bewitched You?” Referenced when explaining spiritual manipulation and misplaced expectations. (Relates to Galatians 3:1.) 9. Acts — Speaking in Tongues With Utterance Referenced when explaining that “they spoke… and the Spirit gave utterance.” (Relates to Acts 2:1–4.) 10. James — Demons Believe and Tremble Referenced when explaining belief vs. faith. (Relates to James 2:19.) 11. “Come unto Me, all you who are heavy burdened.” Referenced when explaining prayer as rest. (Relates to Matthew 11:28.) 12. “He gives sleep to His beloved.” Referenced when describing confidence in God’s protection. (Relates to Psalm 127:2.) 13. “He watches over Israel; He does not sleep nor slumber.” Referenced when correcting fear-based spiritual routines. (Relates to Psalm 121:4.) Prayers Father, we say thank you. And we honor You. We honor Your presence in this house, Lord God. We honor You as the God of Revelation Church. And we thank You, Lord, that all that are here belong to You. They don’t belong to a world. They don’t belong to a man. They belong to the Spirit of the living God. And so, Father, we thank You. We thank You that Your word is established in their lives today, that the words of Your prophet are established in their lives today. And we decree and declare in the name of Jesus that every word that is spoken by them from this day, Father, will change what they see. So Father, may we choose our words according to Your word. May we choose our thoughts according to Your thoughts toward us, Lord God, that we may be the manifestation of the Holy Spirit in the earth from today. And Lord, I pray for every gift and every giver — that You would multiply the seed to the sower, that You would multiply the obedience in the heart of the one that says, ‘God, with everything I have and with all that I am, it belongs to You, so I trust You with it.’ And I know that You keep me, and You keep on keeping all to do with me. So Jesus, we say thank You. We honor You. We honor Your vessel in this church. And Lord, we say that all to do with us this week shall not only be blessed, but Father, it shall prosper so that the world may know the One that has made us well, the Lord that has sent us to a world that is dying to know You. We thank You, Lord Jesus. We bless You. And we ask that You would keep each and every person here until we meet again tomorrow morning for Prophetic School 8.0. In Jesus’ mighty name. Golden Nuggets 1. On the Systems of the World “The system of the world has been designed to break you.” “Most people think they need deliverance from demons. No, you need deliverance from the systems of the world." 2. On Destiny and Calling “If you believe your job is your source, you are caught up in the system of the world.” “The moment you touch your destiny, it is a chain reaction.” “You will never be wealthy or rich doing a job. No one has ever been rich doing a job.” 3. On Blindness and Salvation “You can be a saved captive and never know it.” “Because you’re saved, you think you’re safe.” “You can be saved and be blinded, and that itself is scary.” 4. On Indoctrination and Early Conditioning “From conception, you are being indoctrinated into a system.” “Everything should have been tailored according to the giftings of people.” 5. On Witchcraft and Control “When you are controlled, you are under a spell. That is the definition of witchcraft.” “In the church, we don’t have systemic racism; we have systemic witchcraft.” “If you don’t fit into these boxes, you are removed. You are labeled. Mark and avoid.” 6. On Calling Beyond the Pulpit “Everyone thinks they’re supposed to be a preacher. That’s bondage.” “Acting is pretend.” “We are out here destroying destinies of people who are supposed to bring millions to Christ.” 7. On Leaving One Master for Another “If you abandon a master, you don’t take his benefits with you.” “The only one who gives gifts is God.” 8. On Prayer and Rest “Prayer is an act of rest.” “Your prayer is as effective as the person that will answer you.” “If I can pray for 10 hours and Jesus can say one sentence and get results… something is wrong with my prayer.” 9. On Spiritual Drift “How do you know your soul is under attack? When you can’t pray.” “Your attention is pulled — somebody has you.” 10. On God’s Security “God has cared for you, seen you, heard you before you ever prayed a prayer.” “I am God’s beloved. I’m knocking out.” 11. On Rest vs. Grinding “God is wanting to take us from a season of grinding to functioning.” “You can be busy doing nothing.”

Strength, clarity, and authority formed in the quietness of the Spirit. Some messages expose what pushes us, but this one reveals what governs us. There are seasons when God does not simply inspire; He shapes, corrects, and anchors us through the firmness of His Spirit. This study explores how the Spirit forms authority, discernment, and maturity—not through noise, but through stillness, responsibility, and a disciplined inner life. These study notes are drawn from the YouTube teaching “The Iron Rod Of The Spirit” (15 March 2023)  by Dr. Lovy L. Elias , organized to preserve the message’s sequence, clarity, and revelations for deeper meditation and study. Study Notes SECTION 1 — The Call to God’s Purpose The message begins with a refocusing on purpose. It is emphasized that “it is the will of God for us to know Him, to walk with Him, to experience Him.”  The intention is singular: “to bring you closer to the Lord… not closer to me, but closer to Him.”  The responsibility of a servant is defined clearly: the servant represents the Master, and the true aim is to deepen devotion to Jesus. He stresses that many people follow the Lord for their own purpose, and this leads to rejection because “when we are filled with our own purpose and then we are seeking validation from God, God will reject us.”  From the beginning, creation was designed for God’s pleasure and His purpose, not ours. Therefore, the right posture of a believer is captured in a series of questions: “What is the purpose of the Father?” “How can I please the Lord?” “How can I live for the Lord?” “How can I walk for the Lord?” He emphasizes that this is why we are here—not for noise or hype—but because “Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.”  The desire is to stir a deeper longing in the spirit, not merely in the heart. The distinction is explained: The heart can be shut off. The spirit, once moved, cannot be halted. Using Samson as an example, he notes that Samson was drawn by something he himself couldn’t fully understand. “What is of your heart you can understand; what is of your spirit you can’t.”  This is linked to God’s unseen orchestration: “His father and mother knew not that it was the Lord’s doing.” The opening section sets the foundation: the Spirit must govern desires, directions, and decisions. When the spirit is stirred, it produces restlessness until the will of God is fulfilled. This becomes the beginning point of the iron rod—the spiritual firmness that aligns a believer to divine purpose and refuses to let them settle for something lesser than God’s intention. SECTION 2 — Spirit vs. Heart A distinction is drawn between loving God from the heart and loving Him from the spirit. The emphasis is clear: “I want you to be married not only to the Lord, but to His purpose.”  Many follow the Lord based on their own desires, but this does not serve them well. True alignment requires following the Lord according to His purpose, not personal agendas. He explains that when a person is led by the heart, they can choose to shut it off. Feelings can be overridden or ignored. But when the spirit is stirred, the movement is deeper and cannot be easily dismissed: “If it is your heart, you can shut it off, but your spirit you cannot shut it off.” This theme is illustrated through the story of Samson. Samson saw a woman from Timna and was drawn to her in a way even he could not fully explain. His statement, “I don’t know why she pleases me well,”  reveals a spiritual pull rather than a mere emotional attraction. What emerges from the story is the recognition that spiritual impulses often lack clear explanation. “What is of your heart you can understand; what is of your spirit you can’t.” The scripture reveals that Samson’s parents did not understand what was happening, but “his father and mother knew not that it was the Lord’s doing.”  The spirit moves in ways that escape natural comprehension. A believer must therefore discern whether their movement toward something is emerging from emotion or the Spirit’s directive. The goal is to awaken the spirit, not simply to provoke emotional responses. When the spirit is stirred, conviction arises. He expresses this desire directly: “My goal is for God to stir up your spirit, to convict you of your ways, your shortcomings, and to show you how much you need Him.”  Spiritual stirring brings restlessness until God’s intention is fulfilled. He contrasts this with shallow responses that dwell on external things like demons or sin alone. Though these concerns are valid, he notes they represent milk, not meat. A spiritual person is invited to go deeper, to the place where “those who know their God shall be strong and they shall do great exploits.”  This strength comes from movement in the spirit, not from mere emotional motivation. To feel for God, therefore, is not the same as feeling His presence physically. He explains that physical sensations—heat, electricity, trembling—are effects on the body, not indications of truly perceiving God. Perceiving God in the spirit is a distinct realm. He then introduces Moses as an example. Though God spoke to Moses, the presence remained on Sinai. Moses pleaded, “If Your presence does not go with me, don’t send me from here.”  Feeling for God, in this context, is described as the ability to detect where the presence moves—not through instruction, but through spiritual perception. Abraham is presented as another example. God told Abraham to go to a land that He would show him, yet Abraham was not given step-by-step directions. He moved according to the presence. Whenever Abraham was uncertain, he built an altar, and when God responded, he knew he was on the right path. The deeper truth emerges: spiritual direction is understood by perceiving the movement of God, not by relying on natural senses. To be governed by the spirit is to be aligned to divine purpose, unmoved by external voices. This builds the foundation for understanding the iron rod—a dimension of clarity, firmness, and immovable conviction that only forms when decisions are shaped by the Spirit rather than the heart. SECTION 3 — The Example of Samson Samson’s story becomes a mirror for how the spirit moves a person beyond the limits of human reasoning. The teaching highlights that Samson “saw a woman coming from Timna,” and something within him was awakened. He told his parents, “Marry her for me.”  Their response was one of disapproval— “How dare you want to marry an uncircumcised Philistine?” —yet Samson pressed on, unable to explain the depth of what he felt. His own admission reflects a spiritual impulse: “I don’t know why she pleases me well.”  This is presented as a key distinction between actions driven by the heart and movements governed by the spirit. The heart can calculate, process, and understand; the spirit does not offer that luxury. Spiritual direction often lacks linear explanation. The scripture adds a crucial insight: “His father and mother knew not that it was the Lord’s doing.”  What appeared to them as an emotional or impulsive decision was actually the orchestration of God working behind the scenes. In this example, the spirit’s pull disrupted natural logic. The point emphasized is that decisions originating in the spirit cannot be neatly analyzed or resisted by human intellect. They carry a divine intent that overrides personal preferences and cultural expectations. This becomes a pattern in spiritual life: The spirit pulls a person toward a path they may not naturally choose. Family, peers, or observers may misunderstand the movement. The divine purpose behind the movement is often hidden until its fulfillment. The lesson woven into Samson’s example is not about relationships but about spiritual responsiveness. The believer must learn to discern the difference between emotional attraction and a spiritual directive. Samson felt a pull he could not articulate, revealing that true spiritual movement is not dependent on explanation, approval, or consensus. This example sets the tone for understanding how the iron rod operates. The iron rod is not sentimental. It does not bend to the opinions of others. It reflects the immutable will of God. Samson’s story exposes the tension: the spirit leads in ways the mind cannot decode, and those governed by the spirit must be willing to follow the pull even when others cannot see its purpose. This becomes the foundation for the iron rod — a spiritual firmness rooted not in emotion but in divine intention. SECTION 4 — Presence, Direction & Feeling for God The teaching moves from Samson’s example into a deeper exploration of what it means to perceive God — not intellectually, not emotionally, but spiritually. The distinction is drawn early: feeling God physically is not the same as knowing where He is moving. What happens in the body during worship or prayer — heat, electricity, shaking — are described as “your physical body reacting to a spiritual effect.”  These sensations do not mean someone “felt Him.” True spiritual perception goes beyond physical response. He emphasizes that “it is the will of God for us to know Him, to walk with Him, to experience Him,”  and a crucial part of that experience is learning how to “feel for Him” — to discern what direction God is taking without needing constant verbal instruction. This principle is illustrated through Moses. When Moses was first sent to Egypt, “he did not have the presence of God.”  God spoke to him, but the presence remained on Sinai. Moses recognized the difference, so he pleaded: “Lord, if Your presence does not go with me, don’t send me from here.”  Moses understood that divine instruction is not the same as divine presence. God then taught him how to build the ark so that the presence could accompany the people. This leads into a further explanation: to feel for God is to recognize when the presence has moved, and this is not always accompanied by an audible message. It requires spiritual sensitivity, not emotional reaction. Abraham provides another model. God told him, “Come out of your father and mother’s house… go to a land I will show you.”  Yet God did not guide him step by step. Abraham discerned direction by perceiving the presence. Whenever uncertainty arose, he built an altar. When God responded, he knew he was aligned. “He ended up in the exact place where God wanted him to be.”  When Abraham reached the promised land, he remained still until the presence moved. The teaching then shows the contrast: when someone does not know how to feel for God, they follow people instead of the presence, just as Lot did. Lot chose Sodom and Gomorrah based on natural perception. Eventually, “after a little bit, you notice Lot has no flock, has no workers, has nothing… it’s just him and his daughters and his wife.”  Abraham, however, continued increasing because he remained with the presence. A pivotal statement appears here: “If you truly follow the Lord Jesus, then you will know who I am.”  The emphasis is not on personalities but on the presence. Knowing Jesus allows a believer to discern who is truly sent by Him. Without this spiritual discernment, even those anointed by God will appear suspicious, because their actions cannot be understood through natural senses. The message returns again to the central idea of movement in the spirit: perceiving God requires stillness, sensitivity, and the ability to recognize where He is — even without verbal instruction. This prepares the listener for the next foundation: the iron rod — a dimension of authority that cannot be walked in unless someone learns to follow the presence instead of human voices, physical sensations, or emotional impulses. SECTION 5 — Abraham’s Guidance & Learning to Move with the Presence Abraham’s journey becomes a clear demonstration of how God directs without giving constant verbal instructions. The teaching explains that when God called Abraham, He said, “Come out of your father and mother’s house. Come out of your people and go to a land I will show you.”  Yet no detailed instructions followed. There was no “Turn left, turn right.”  Still, Abraham arrived exactly where God intended him to be. The pattern becomes clear: Abraham discerned direction by perceiving where the presence rested. Whenever he felt lost, he built an altar. He prayed. God responded. This confirmation helped him know he was aligned. His movements were guided by presence, not by natural signs. A critical illustration appears when Abraham reached the promised land. Though he was physically in the territory God had promised, “the presence didn’t move.”  Abraham waited. He didn’t force progress or rely on assumptions. Only when the presence moved did he continue. The contrast between Abraham and Lot is highlighted to show the consequences of following perception instead of presence. Abraham told Lot, “Choose one. We don’t need to fight… choose which side you will go.”  Lot chose Sodom and Gomorrah. His decision was governed by what looked favorable. But his outcome shows the danger of moving without presence: “After a little bit, you notice Lot has no flock, has no workers, has nothing… it’s just him and his daughters and his wife.” No presence. No guidance. No stability. Abraham, in contrast, “kept increasing.”  When the presence was with him, God said, “Now walk in the land and see it.”  His prosperity and stability were tied to alignment, not strategy. This section then transitions into a deeper spiritual point: following Jesus produces clarity about who is sent by Him. He states, “If you truly follow the Lord Jesus, then you will know who I am.”  Knowing the Lord’s presence allows a believer to discern authenticity, even when external appearances create confusion. Without that spiritual sensitivity, those who are sent by God may appear as threats or as objects of suspicion. The presence becomes the decisive factor: It reveals who is truly anointed. It exposes immaturity in those who only judge by sight or hearing. It anchors discernment. It prevents misalignment. Abraham represents maturity: a life governed by presence, not natural reasoning. Lot represents immaturity: decisions governed by sight, not spirit. This prepares the foundation for the transition into dominion, authority, and the iron rod — realms that cannot be accessed without alignment to presence. SECTION 6 — Authority vs. Dominion (Adam, Creation & Spiritual Position) The message shifts into a foundational teaching on authority, power, and dominion — three realms believers often confuse. The distinction begins with a critical clarification: authority over devils does not mean someone carries the iron rod. He states plainly, “Having authority over devils doesn’t mean God has given you an iron rod.”  The rod of the Spirit refers to a dimension of undisputed authority, where what one speaks cannot be challenged. This difference is supported by Scripture. Mark 16:17 is quoted to show that believers cast out devils, speak in tongues, and handle spiritual attacks as signs of faith. Yet, this authority operates only over negative spirits, not nations or systems. The teaching stresses that “they don’t have power over nations… these are classes in the spirit.”  Dominion in the earth is not achieved through prayer alone but through divine delegation tied to one’s purpose. To make the distinction clearer, the teaching returns to Genesis. Adam and Eve were given power and dominion before they ever prayed. “Adam never prayed. There was no worship service in the garden.”  His authority was a result of divine placement, not spiritual discipline. Prayer is vital, but it does not generate dominion; dominion is assigned. A key framework is introduced: Authority and power are spiritual. Dominion is physical. Authority and power exist in the unseen realm. Dominion manifests in the natural world. Even animals express dominance. Humans, when operating outside God's order, use dominance to manipulate and control. When dominion is disconnected from God, it becomes corruption. The teaching then turns to the connection between disobedience and witchcraft. He explains that people often assume witchcraft requires rituals or objects, but Scripture defines it differently: “Disobedience is like the sin of witchcraft.”  He recalls how Satan became what he is — through sin, disobedience, and leaving his place. This connects to the broader point: rebellion against God’s order strips a person of dominion. The next progression leads directly into the iron rod. Isaiah 11 is read: “He shall smite the earth with the rod of His mouth… and with the breath of His lips shall He slay the wicked.”  From this passage emerges a pattern of spiritual authority that does not operate based on what the eyes see or what the ears hear. Adam and Eve fell because they made decisions based on sight and hearing rather than the spirit. This produces the core truth of the section: A believer cannot walk in dominion if voices and opinions move them more than the Spirit of God. He says, “If people’s voices can manipulate you… you are not qualified to walk in dominion.” The Lord Jesus Himself modeled the iron rod. His own brothers and sisters did not believe in Him and pressured Him to seek public attention. Yet Jesus made no decision based on their words. “He never judged by what they said. He judged by what was in their heart.”  This ability to ignore noise, opinions, and pressure is part of the maturity required to operate in the iron rod. This section concludes by showing the weight carried by those who hold the iron rod: their words affect nations, climates, kings, and systems. Yet this dimension cannot be entrusted to someone who is easily influenced by human voices. The spirit must govern sight, hearing, and decision-making — or the believer remains a spiritual child without dominion. SECTION 7 — Disobedience, Witchcraft & Rebellion This section frames disobedience not as a minor flaw but as a spiritual crime equivalent to witchcraft. The teaching challenges the common assumption that witchcraft requires rituals, charms, or voodoo objects. He explains instead, “Disobedience is like the sin of witchcraft.”  The definition is internal, not external. Anyone operating in stubbornness toward God’s will is functioning in the same spiritual posture that defined Satan’s fall. He traces this back to the origin of darkness. Satan became what he is not because he performed sorcery, but because rebellion entered his heart. “He left his place… pride entered him.”  This became the foundation of witchcraft in the spiritual realm: a departure from divine order rooted in rebellion. The teaching sharply exposes how subtle this can be in human behavior. A person may not consider themselves rebellious, but if they act stubbornly toward God’s instructions or resist spiritual alignment, they are participating in the same nature that corrupted Satan. The warning is heavy: there are many who function with witchcraft-like behavior without realizing it because they are spiritually stubborn. This theme ties back to dominion. When Adam and Eve began making decisions based on what they saw and heard, instead of the Spirit of God, they lost dominion. This demonstrates that spiritual rebellion leads to forfeiture of authority. His words make the consequences clear: Decision-making based on external voices opens the door to manipulation. Rebellion interrupts the flow of spiritual power and dominion. Disobedience positions a person against God’s order, not with it. This insight prepares the listener for the next progression: the iron rod cannot operate where rebellion exists. Dominion collapses when the spirit is overridden by sensory reasoning or human influence. Therefore, the believer who seeks to walk in authority must evaluate whether stubbornness has contaminated their spiritual posture. The focus shifts to spiritual maturity. The iron rod will not be entrusted to those who are governed by their emotions, reactions, or human logic. The Spirit must have the final authority, or the believer risks becoming spiritually hazardous. This section concludes with an unspoken warning: the distance between rebellion and witchcraft is shorter than most realize. The spirit must be yielded, or authority becomes impossible. SECTION 8 — Isaiah 11: The Iron Rod & Its Characteristics This section marks a clear shift into the heart of the teaching: the iron rod. Isaiah 11:3–5 is read aloud as the scriptural anchor: “He shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the Lord.” “He shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears.” “With righteousness shall he judge the poor… and he shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth.” “With the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked.” “Righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.” From this passage, the nature of the iron rod becomes clear. The iron rod is a dimension of authority where what is spoken carries an undisputed force. He clarifies this sharply: “When I say iron, I’m saying one that cannot be disputed.” He explains that most believers do not possess this dimension, even if they have authority over devils. Casting out demons is not the same as carrying the iron rod. It is a lower class of authority. The iron rod is tied to God’s sovereign entrustment. It affects nations, climates, decisions, and structures. It shapes realities beyond the personal level. Two key characteristics of the iron rod emerge from Isaiah: 1. Not judging by sight or hearing The person who carries the iron rod does not make decisions based on human senses. Adam and Eve fell because they reacted to sight and hearing. Their decision severed dominion. Likewise, anyone led by external voices or emotional reactions cannot be trusted with the iron rod. Sensory-driven decision-making disqualifies dominion. 2. The mouth becomes an instrument of divine enforcement Isaiah declares that He “shall smite the earth with the rod of His mouth.”  This rod is expressed through speech. Words become instruments that shape outcomes. The breath of the lips carries destructive or corrective power. This reveals that the iron rod is inseparable from the tongue. He reinforces this distinction: “You being anointed to deal with devils doesn’t mean you have an iron rod.” The iron rod affects nations, not only spirits. This is why Elijah’s story is introduced: the prophet could shut the heavens, and the king was forced to come after him. His word produced tangible, national consequences. 3. Authority granted by sovereign purpose, not personal effort He states firmly that authority of this level cannot be earned through prayer: “You don’t receive dominion because you pray… these are delegated by God by His sovereign grace according to the purpose He has called you with.”  Prayer strengthens alignment, but it does not generate dominion. Dominion is bestowed. 4. Requires internal immovability If someone can be swayed by opinions, emotions, offense, or pressure, they cannot carry the iron rod. He says: “If people’s voices can manipulate you… you are not qualified to walk in dominion.” This section reveals the iron rod as a spiritual governance system. It is clarity without hesitation, authority without negotiation, and speech that carries weight because the spirit is anchored in God’s righteousness, not in human noise. SECTION 9 — Prophets, National Authority & the Weight of Speech The teaching expands the understanding of the iron rod by showing how certain prophetic offices carry national and territorial influence. These are not the ordinary signs of casting out devils, speaking in tongues, or healing the sick. This is a higher remit — the ability to shift climates, nations, and historical outcomes. He says clearly: “They will not have power over nations… because these are classes in the spirit.” Elijah becomes the primary model of this dimension. Elijah’s authority wasn’t limited to confronting demons but extended to shutting down nature itself. He declared: “There shall be no rain, no dew, until I say so.”  This wasn’t a prayer; it was a decree. There is emphasis on the wording — Elijah did not say “I prayed and I believe.”  He said, “There will be no rain.” It was an enforcement of the iron rod: a word that had consequences at the national level. The teaching describes how the king initially ignored him, but as famine intensified — crops failing, water disappearing — the king knew the cause. “I remember Elijah said this thing. We need to find him.”  The prophet’s words were not noise; they created measurable effects. This is the hallmark of the iron rod. But he also gives a sober warning: God cannot allow this dimension to rest on people who are easily swayed. Someone who reacts to sight or hearsay becomes a public danger if entrusted with the iron rod. He highlights Elijah’s own temperament challenges. Elijah was powerful, but his reactions were often extreme: Bears tearing children. Cursing Gehazi with leprosy “and your children’s children.” These examples illustrate that the iron rod amplifies whatever is in the vessel. The authority is real, but the character must match the power. He even states that this is one reason God took Elijah in the way He did — a reminder of the responsibility attached to such power. Peter becomes another example. Before the Spirit filled him, he was reactive and impulsive. After Pentecost, the same man carried a calm and controlled authority. This transformation was necessary before he could operate in the iron rod. Peter’s judgment upon Ananias and Sapphira further proves that decisions made from this dimension are not always preceded by divine instruction. He explains: “These decisions these men didn’t make because God said. They determined it fit to be so.” Their words carried weight, and those words had consequences. This section builds the understanding that: The iron rod is a class of divine authority. It influences physical realities, not only spiritual ones. Prophets entrusted with this realm carry words that can create or collapse structures. The tongue becomes a governmental instrument. The weight of the office demands an inner stability that matches the external authority. The teaching closes this segment with a caution: without the ability to remain unmoved by voices, emotions, or external pressure, no believer can walk in this dimension. The iron rod requires spiritual immovability, not charisma. SECTION 10 — The Power of the Tongue & The Responsibility of Speech The teaching turns intensely practical and confrontational. The iron rod is inseparable from the tongue, and the tongue reveals the maturity of the spirit. He states plainly: “Life and death is in the tongue.”  Because of that, God will not anoint a mouth that is careless, reactive, or polluted. He explains that people may be anointed in many areas of their life, yet still lack an anointed tongue. “There are people you are anointed everywhere but your tongue.”  This is because if power entered their lips prematurely, “people will die.”  The tongue becomes a gateway for either divine authority or spiritual disaster. A key truth is given: A believer’s spiritual condition determines whether power can flow through the mouth. If the spirit is unstable, anxious, or reactive, the tongue cannot be trusted with authority. God tests His people by observing how they handle speech. “God will try you to see if He can trust you by putting power on your lips.” This responsibility extends into daily interactions: Words that insult. Words that backbite. Words that release hate. Words that tear down rather than build. All these contaminate the mouth. He quotes James: “How can a fountain of pure waters and poisoned waters come from the same place? It ought not to be.” The heart and mouth are linked. “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.”  For the mouth to carry the iron rod, the depth of the spirit must align with the words released. When speech is careless, authority collapses. He emphasizes that many believers pray and fast, yet see little fruit, because the problem is not prayer — it is the mouth. When the lips are defiled, the anointing cannot pass through the gate of the mouth. He also teaches that a believer speaks from two dimensions: 1. Speaking from what God deposited inside Peter said, “What I have, I give.” This is speech backed by deposited spiritual substance. 2. Speaking from mercy This is when the believer has no spiritual capacity stored within, so they rely solely on God’s intervention. This dimension is legitimate but limited. When the iron rod is present, the believer speaks from what God has built inside them — not from wishful thinking. There is a sobering warning embedded in this section: If God anointed the mouth of someone who lacks self-governance, the damage would be catastrophic. This is why God withholds the iron rod from many — not because they lack calling, but because their speech cannot yet carry the weight of divine enforcement. The section closes with a concise truth: The tongue must be governed before the spirit can govern through it. SECTION 11 — Testimony: The Quiet Woman & the Power of a Governed Tongue To illustrate the weight of a quiet and governed spirit, the teaching presents a striking testimony. A woman from Africa, married to a powerful political figure, visited for counsel. During the prophetic encounter, she was told: “I saw your husband holding another child, a daughter in his right hand.”  She protested, saying she only had boys. The prophetic insight continued: her husband was preparing to leave her, and the woman was advised with emphasis: “No matter what you do, don’t fight him. Don’t argue with him. Be of a calm and quiet spirit and God will turn this whole thing for your favor.” She recorded the prophecy and held onto those instructions even when the unfolding reality became painful. Her husband, still in Africa, began avoiding her visits and secretly built a life with another woman. He had even prepared legal documents to remove her and her sons from everything — property, inheritance, security. But in the chaos of paperwork, he forgot a crucial detail. The documents that required signatures from others in the family ended up in her hands. This was not by strategy, but by divine orchestration aligned with her obedience to stay calm. The situation escalated when something unexpected happened: the man died. Immediately, multiple women rose up, each claiming rights based on their private dealings with him. However, the only legally binding documents were the ones in the wife’s possession — the very documents she had quietly held, without fighting. Her calm spirit preserved everything. The entire estate, the legacy, and her children’s inheritance remained intact because she did not react emotionally or engage in conflict. Her posture aligned her with divine justice. She later told him, in tears, “If you had never spoken to me, I would be a nobody now.” Her obedience to the instruction of quietness literally secured her future. The teaching uses this testimony to demonstrate: A calm spirit ushers a person into divine strategy. Obedience protects what fighting would have forfeited. A governed tongue allows God’s decree to stand without human interference. Silence can be stronger than argument. The iron rod works through stillness, not noise. This testimony reinforces a core truth in the message: Spiritual authority is not loud. It is anchored, quiet, and decisive — and because of that, it cannot be moved. SECTION 12 — Speech, Maturity & the Tests of the Anointed This section exposes how the anointing tests a person, especially through their speech. He states that many believers pray, fast, or do spiritual disciplines, but their results remain limited because their mouths lack discipline. There is an emphasis that God tests His servants by watching how they handle speech before allowing their words to carry governmental authority. He explains that when someone talks too much, it reveals spiritual immaturity. “People who talk too much, I don’t like them… I just know there is spiritual immaturity.”  Excessive speech reflects an unsettled spirit. A person may appear calm externally, but if their tongue is uncontrolled, their inner world is not quiet. He highlights that some people claim, “I just speak what I think,”  but he rebukes this mindset sharply: “No, that’s the most foolish thing you will ever see and you will ever say.”  Speech must be governed by the Spirit. If words do not edify, purify, or build, they should not be spoken. He then exposes how many believers let unclean thoughts cross their minds, but fail to bring them under subjection. Scripture says, “Make all thoughts subject to the will of God.”  This subjection must happen internally so that it does not become verbal pollution. Once unclean words come out, “it defiles your lips.”  When the lips are defiled, power cannot flow through them. He reminds the listener that the mouth is “the pen of a ready writer” . Every word should be considered before being released. A believer speaks from the presence of God, and this demands composure. If spiritual impulses are not filtered, the tongue becomes dangerous. A major distinction is made: *Some believers pray for God to intervene because they lack substance inside. Others speak from what God deposited in them.** Peter said, “What I have, I give.”  This represents a believer who speaks from spiritual capacity. Others pray from mercy because they have nothing stored, so they ask God to act. When someone carries the iron rod, they speak from the reservoir God has built inside them, not from need or desperation. The teaching includes a critique of superficial accusations within the church. He references a prophecy typed online accusing someone falsely and notes that if someone truly had authority, they would stop him spiritually, not make YouTube videos. “If you have an iron rod in your mouth, you should stop me.” This teaching exposes that loud critics often lack real power. He illustrates this with Jeremiah. When a false prophet contradicted Jeremiah and broke the prophetic chain from his neck, Jeremiah remained quiet. Later, God sent him to declare judgment: the man would die within the year — and he did. The contrast: The false prophet was loud, dramatic, performative. Jeremiah was quiet, still, and carried authentic authority. This reveals a principle of spiritual maturity: Real authority does not need volume. It needs alignment. The section closes by showing the real evidence of the anointed: they build, deliver, and transform lives. He mentions how many in the world have come to Christ through his ministry — quietly, without broadcasting names or seeking validation. The point is simple: Authority is proven by impact, not argument. This prepares the transition into the next theme — the quiet spirit. SECTION 13 — The Calm Spirit & Hearing God This section brings the teaching into one of its deepest revelations: the connection between spiritual calmness and the ability to hear God. He makes it clear that power, maturity, and accuracy in the spirit all depend on the state of one’s inner world. He begins by exposing how many people cannot hear God because their spirits are loud. Even while listening to teaching, some begin typing, debating, or arguing online. This behavior reveals an unsettled inner state. “Zero quiet spirit,”  he calls it. He admits that even in his own earlier years, there was a season when his spirit was not quiet. During that time, he noticed that one of his fathers in the Lord corrected him: “My guy, you’re talking too much. You need your spirit to become calm.”  Later another father affirmed: “The day you quiet your spirit, you will be more dangerous than you have ever been.” This counsel changed him. He then describes the transformation: “Anyone who knows me, I’m like flatline… extremely chill. I don’t stress about anything.” This calmness is not personality — it is spiritual maturity. He reveals that even in crises, he remains completely centered: “Even if things look like there’s no way, I will find a way. Calm spirit.” He warns that external calmness can be deceiving. A person may appear composed but internally carry noise, unresolved thoughts, or emotional pressure. “Externally calm, but inwardly they are loud.”  When that inner pressure builds, they eventually explode — revealing they were never calm. A calm spirit is not repression. It is spiritual diffusion. Negative thoughts come in, but they pass through without gripping the heart. Their venting happens in the presence of God, not in public. “Their venting is before God.” He then turns to Scripture. Proverbs 17:27 is read: “A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.” A calm spirit must be maintained , not visited occasionally. It requires intentional practice. Another scripture is given, 1 Peter 3:4: “The ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God a great price.” This teaches that God measures value not by gifting or charisma but by inner stillness. He states emphatically: “When God speaks, you don’t hear Him because you’re not quiet.” This becomes the central truth of the section — the quieter the spirit, the clearer the voice of God. He explains further: Those who claim to hear evil or divination everywhere cannot prophesy accurately. They cannot distinguish divine impressions from their own thoughts because their spirit is unsettled. Jesus said His sheep hear His voice, which means only calm spirits discern Him. A calm spirit: Detects the presence of God. Knows when God is leading. Recognizes angelic movement. Understands where to go and where not to go. Responds to God without confusion. He gives a practical demonstration: while his brother prophesied to a woman, he was simultaneously receiving details about her life internally — accurate names, relationships, and events — all because his spirit was calm enough to hear God clearly even while multitasking. He concludes the section with a startling revelation: When the spirit is calm, the believer becomes spiritually dangerous — their words, discernment, and movements carry divine authority. This section sets the stage for the next theme: the consequences of striving, bitterness, and voices that disturb the spirit. SECTION 14 — Discernment, Noise & the Dangers of a Loud Inner World This section exposes how spiritual noise — internal agitation, bitterness, striving, and mental chaos — blinds a believer and disconnects them from discernment. He explains that many who claim to discern or expose evil are themselves unable to hear God because their spirit is loud. He says plainly: “When God speaks, you don’t hear Him because you’re not quiet.” There is a warning against people who constantly see divination, evil spirits, or deception everywhere. Their inner world is noisy, and that noise blocks divine clarity. He asks a rhetorical but piercing question: “Have you ever seen them prophesy?” They cannot. They make declarations, not prophecy. They lack foresight, insight, and the ability to hear God because their internal environment is unstable. The difference is highlighted through Jesus’ words: “My sheep hear My voice. I know them, and they follow Me.” This statement reveals that true followers of Jesus possess the capacity to hear Him — not because they are special, but because their spirits are calm enough to distinguish His voice from their own thoughts. A loud spirit is easily distracted. A calm spirit discerns. He emphasizes that those with a calm spirit: Detect the presence of God. Know when God is speaking. Recognize angelic activity. Sense direction without confusion. Avoid following the wrong voices. Discern who is genuinely sent by God. A major danger of a loud spirit is misalignment. Someone governed by inner noise cannot process events through the lens of the Spirit. Their perception becomes shaped by: what people say, what they see online, what they assume, emotional reactions, social pressure. He teaches that when someone’s inner world is louder than God’s Word, they cannot operate in the prophetic, nor can they walk in spiritual authority. This is why some believers become swayed by gossip, online criticism, or accusations. They cannot discern truth because they cannot hear God. He then explains how striving, bitterness, and holding grudges all rattle the spirit. A rattled spirit cannot hear God. A believer who clings to resentment forfeits clarity. He asks: “Why do you want hell? Let people go.” Unforgiveness blocks divine communication. It clouds spiritual perception and pulls the believer into darkness. It is better to release the offender and remain aligned with God than to hold anger and lose the voice of Jesus. He warns that some believers vent publicly, attack others online, or speak out of agitation. Their outbursts reveal their spiritual condition. A mature believer vents before God, not before people. “Their venting is before God.” The goal is spiritual stability. A calm spirit is slow to react, quick to listen, and anchored in the Word. A loud spirit is impulsive, easily offended, and spiritually blind. This section gathers all earlier themes — the tongue, calmness, authority, and presence — and shows that discernment flows only through a quiet inner world. Without inner stillness, the iron rod cannot operate. SECTION 15 — The Closing Charge: Alignment, Calmness & the Rod of the Spirit The message moves toward its closing exhortation with a deep emphasis on alignment and spiritual posture. It gathers all earlier themes — purpose, presence, dominion, the tongue, calmness — and presses them into a final spiritual charge. He warns the listeners against striving with people. “Stop striving with people. It’s rattling your spirit and you cannot hear from God.”  The striving, arguing, and constant reacting to others contaminate the inner stillness required for discernment. He urges believers to release bitterness. “Stop having bitterness against people. Let them go.”  Holding onto grudges disrupts spiritual alignment. A central question is raised for reflection: “Do I have a calm spirit, or is my spirit loud?” This is not about external demeanor but internal condition. A loud spirit is filled with agitation, fear, suspicion, and uncontrolled thoughts. A calm spirit is anchored in the Holy Spirit, quiet enough for God to speak and for the believer to hear. He calls the listeners to self-examination: Are your thoughts louder than the Word of God? Do you process things through the Spirit or through reactions? Do you make decisions based on what someone said, what someone did, or on the presence of God? He teaches that many cannot prophesy because they listen to people too much and look at people too much. Their perception is shaped by noise instead of the Spirit. A believer governed by external information cannot carry internal revelation. He illustrates this by recounting a moment with his younger brother and prophet EJ. While EJ ministered to a woman, he simultaneously received accurate spiritual details about her life through realms of meditation. This demonstration reinforces the link between a calm spirit and spiritual clarity. “My spirit is calm… that’s why I can hear God.” A calm spirit is not passive; it is centered. It is anchored in God’s nature, not human emotion. He says: “When your spirit is calm… your words become extremely dangerous.” This returns to the iron rod. The iron rod is not loud authority — it is quiet power. When a believer becomes centered in the Holy Spirit, their words strike with precision. The breath of their lips carries spiritual weight. He then restates that calmness is precious in God’s sight. A meek, quiet spirit is “of great price,” and those who cultivate this inner posture can access realms where nothing is withheld from them. “If we can be like that, God cannot withhold anything from us.” The final exhortation is simple but profound: Remain calm. Remain centered. Remain aligned. Let the Holy Spirit govern thoughts, speech, responses, and direction. He instructs the listeners to prepare to give their offering, then announces a return for prayer. But spiritually, the message has landed: The iron rod is not emotional, dramatic, or reactive. It is forged in inner quietness, obedience, alignment, and the mastery of the tongue. The closing call is a summons to a deeper walk — a life where calmness becomes authority, stillness becomes power, and the Spirit becomes the governor of decisions. Scripture References 1. Isaiah 11:3–5 (KJV) Isaiah 11:3–5 3 And shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the Lord: and he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears: 4 But with righteousness shall he judge the poor, and reprove with equity for the meek of the earth: and he shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked. 5 And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins. How it was used: He taught that the iron rod is a realm where decisions are made without relying on sight or hearing, and the mouth becomes an instrument of divine authority. 2. Mark 16:17 (KJV) Mark 16:17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; How it was used: To show that casting out devils is a sign of belief, but does not mean someone carries the iron rod. Authority over demons is not the same as authority over nations. 3. Genesis 1:26 (KJV) Genesis 1:26 And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. How it was used: To show that Adam was given authority and dominion before prayer existed, proving dominion is given by God, not earned by prayer. 4. Proverbs 17:27 (KJV) Proverbs 17:27 He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. How it was used: To teach that a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit—one of the key requirements for carrying the iron rod. 5. 1 Peter 3:4 (KJV) 1 Peter 3:4 But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. How it was used: To reveal that a quiet and calm spirit is precious to God and essential for spiritual authority. 6. Acts 17:28 (KJV)  — Referenced, not quoted in full (He mentioned this verse in passing: “It is in Him we move and have our being.”) How it was used: He referenced it to explain that seeking God and feeling for Him are not the same thing. 7. Judges 14 (Referenced through the story of Samson) (He did not quote the verse, but recounted the narrative.) Examples referenced: Samson seeing a woman from Timna Samson saying she “pleases me well” His parents not knowing “it was the Lord’s doing” How it was used: To demonstrate the difference between a spiritual pull and natural understanding. 8. Genesis 12–13 (Referenced through Abraham’s journey) (These were story references, not direct quotes.) How it was used: He described Abraham leaving his father’s house, building altars, discerning God’s presence, and allowing Lot to choose land. 9. The Story of Peter (Acts 5 — Ananias & Sapphira) (Referenced without quoting the scripture directly.) How it was used: To show how Peter’s calmness and spiritual authority allowed him to pronounce judgment with the iron rod. 10. The Story of Elijah (1 Kings 17–18) (Referenced through narrative details — not quoted verbatim.) How it was used: Elijah declared that there would be no rain nor dew until he spoke again, illustrating undisputed prophetic authority. 11. The Story of Jeremiah & the False Prophet Hananiah (Jeremiah 28) (Again, referenced in story form.) How it was used: To show how authentic prophetic authority carries consequences — the false prophet died within the year exactly as declared. Prayers 1. Closing Prayer Intention / Spiritual Posture “Tonight, as you get off the live… I want you to ask yourself, meditate on this.” “Do I have a calm spirit, or is my spirit loud?” 2. Invitation to Self-Examination Before God “Are my thoughts louder than the Word of God?” “What goes through my mind?” “What she says, he says… what they are doing?” “Or is my mind aligned to the Word of God?” “Do I have a calm way, a sober way of doing things?” 3. Prayer-Directed Exhortation at the Closing “Be centered in the Holy Spirit.” “Be calm people.” “Stop striving with people… you cannot hear from God.” “Stop having bitterness… Let them go.” “Your venting is before God.” Golden Nuggets “What is of your heart you can understand; what is of your spirit you can’t.” “If your spirit falls in love with God, you will be moved by the Spirit.” “You will be restless until you fulfil the purpose of God.” “If people’s voices can manipulate you, you are not qualified to walk in dominion.” “Having authority over devils doesn’t mean God has given you an iron rod.” “You don’t receive dominion because you pray; these are delegated by God by His sovereign grace.” “Your lips need to be under control.” “Life and death is in the tongue.” “If power enters your tongue, people will die.” “When your lips have been defiled, power cannot flow from them.” "A man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.” “A meek and quiet spirit is of the greatest price in the sight of God.” “When your spirit is calm, your words become extremely dangerous.” “Be centered in the Holy Spirit.” “Why would you want to miss Jesus for somebody that is foolish?” “Stop striving with people; it’s rattling your spirit and you cannot hear from God.” “Let people go. They are not adding anything to you.”

Not every shaking is demonic. Some shakings are God separating you for Himself. There are moments when life shakes, relationships shift, and sudden disruptions appear. The instinct of many believers is to assume that opposition or attack has arrived. Yet this message reveals that not every disturbance is an attack—some are movements of God designed to separate, expose, and preserve. The shaking exposes hidden people, hidden motives, and hidden traps that can hinder your destiny. Escaping the trap begins with understanding the nature of the shaking and what God is trying to reveal through it. These study notes are drawn directly from the sermon “ Escaping The Trap ” , delivered on 14 November 2020: Study Notes 1. The Shaking of God (Amos 9:9) “For lo, I will command and I will sift the house of Israel among all nations like as corn is sifted in a sieve, yet shall not the least grain fall upon the earth.” Key points given: The number one thing that destroys many believers is misinterpreting a God-sent shaking as an attack . When God brings shaking: He is separating you  from people who cannot go where you are going. He is removing those who drain you but do not benefit you. He is exposing what could not be exposed in calm seasons. “The mark of a child of God is released to separate you.” If you cannot endure being separated, you have not fully embraced belonging to God. The shaking is not meant to: Destroy you Break you Scatter you The shaking IS meant to: Remove wrong people Expose hidden enemies Secure you for God’s use Bring clarity about your own heart 2. Why the Shaking Must Happen The message explains that some demons and some people will never be exposed until a shaking happens . Examples given: In Egypt, two wizards traveled with the children of Israel all the way out of captivity. These were the same men who influenced Israel to make a golden calf. Moses never named them, but Paul later revealed their names: Jannes and Jambres . Bullet points: These men were “among the people of God,” yet they were the ones giving Moses the most trouble. They were unnoticed until shaking came. A shaking reveals who is truly for you and who has been pretending. Direct teaching: “There are certain demons that will never be exposed because you pray. Those demons will only be revealed when there is a shaking.” 3. Trouble Reveals the Heart Statements the speaker emphasized repeatedly: “Trouble does not come to destroy a believer. Trouble comes to reveal the heart of a believer.” When God shakes you, it: Reveals your priorities Reveals what you truly trust Exposes areas you have not surrendered Shows what is hiding inside you Shows what is hiding around you Example: Job was attacked by the devil, but Job was not shaken . God’s shaking is different; it is always intentional and redemptive. 4. The Viper Revealed (Acts 28:1–3) Scripture reading: When Paul gathered sticks and placed them on a fire, a viper came out of the heat  and fastened onto his hand. The fire was already burning. Paul added more wood → heat increased  → hidden viper appeared. Revelation explained: Some people appear to be “on fire,” but their fire produces no heat . Only when God increases the heat  does the viper hiding inside emerge. A fire that does not produce heat cannot expose snakes. Bullet points: The viper attacked Paul’s hand —the place of productivity. Many cannot move forward because a viper bites their “hand” when the heat increases. When God adds heat: Hidden enemies show up Secret haters manifest People begin to act strangely Those who were silent suddenly attack without reason Direct lines from the explanation: “Some people you think are on fire until you add fire.” “Unless God shakes you, vipers will never show up.” 5. The Shaking Separates Fire Without Heat Main observations: A fire that produces no heat is comfort without transformation . Many stay around fires that look spiritual but have no substance. When God adds heat, atmosphere changes. Bullet points: Heat brings separation. Heat exposes fake spirituality. Heat reveals who really belongs to you. Heat reveals who is truly walking with God. Key line: “You are looking for comfort in a place where there is fire but there is no heat.” 6. Understanding the Three Kinds of Sin (Amos 9:10) Scripture: “All the sinners of my people shall die by the sword.” The teaching outlines three dimensions of sin : 1. Sin against God Breaking God’s law. Rejecting His ways. 2. Sin against your own body Not taking care of yourself. Failing to pray. Failing to eat right. Defiling your body. Smoking or damaging your health. 3. Sin against a person Doing evil to someone who has been good to you. Returning negativity to someone who blessed you. Clarifications given: Being offended ≠ someone sinning against you. People can be offended by anything (“even how you look”). Key statement: “The most dangerous thing you can ever do is sin against a person.” Scripture References Full Verses Read Directly Amos 9:9 “For lo I will command, and I will sift the house of Israel among all nations, like as corn is sifted in a sieve, yet shall not the least grain fall upon the earth.” Acts 28:1–3 “And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melitta. And the barbarous people showed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold. And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand.” Amos 9:10 “All the sinners of my people shall die by the sword.” Matthew 6:9–12 “After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” Proverbs 25:21–22 “If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee.” Verses Referenced or Paraphrased These were mentioned , explained , or referred to , but not read in full . Exodus (children of Israel leaving Egypt; golden calf incident) 2 Timothy 3:8 (Jannes and Jambres opposing Moses) Job 1–2 (Job not shaken; God allowed attack) Psalm 23 (implied: God’s protection) Daniel 6 (Daniel and the lions; king unable to sleep) Book of Esther (Esther, Haman, repeated meals before request) Genesis 20 (Abraham, Sarah, and Pharaoh) Ephesians 6 (weapons of warfare) Matthew 5:44 (love your enemies) Matthew 16 (Jesus and Peter resisting crucifixion path) Daniel 1 (refusing the king’s food) Luke 19 (Zacchaeus; soul tie through food) Last Supper passages (Judas dipping bread, demon entering him) Prayers Opening Prayer “God bless every single person. I welcome you to this amazing evening in the presence of the Lord Jesus, and I know that you’re going to be blessed by reason of what we are going to learn today.” “Thank you Jesus. Thank you Lord. Thank you Holy Spirit.” Prayer During the Message (Moments of Invocation) “Thank you Jesus. Thank you Lord Jesus. Thank you Father.” “Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit.” “May every viper die tonight.” (Chanted multiple times) “Father, may every viper die tonight.” “Lord, separate me.” (Response call repeated throughout message) Closing Prayer / Ministry Charge “Tonight I am going to pray that anyone that was caught in this trap—that God will remove that which was put inside of you. Anyone of you that was left vulnerable, that the King of glory will intervene and help you. There is going to be a mighty deliverance that will happen.” “Let there be a physical birth and a spiritual birth today. Lord, remove whatever is holding me.” “Lord, let there be a new birthing in me, both physical and spiritual.” “Thank you Jesus. Thank you Lord. Hallelujah.” Golden Nuggets On God’s Shaking “The number one thing that destroys a lot of Christians is when God brings a shaking in your life, your first instinct is you think it is the devil doing it.” “The shaking is not designed to destroy you.” “The shaking is not designed to take anything from you but is designed to remove people that will take from you without benefiting you.” “If you cannot be separated, you are still not truly part of His kingdom.” “God wants you for Himself.” On Separation “The mark of a child of God is released to separate you.” “When God desires you for Himself, He puts His mark on you, but before He puts that mark on you, He needs to shake you up to separate you.” “Some people you think they're on fire—until you add fire.” “You are looking for comfort in a place where there is fire but there is no heat.” On Hidden Enemies “There are certain demons that will never be exposed because you pray. Those demons will only be revealed when there is a shaking.” “Unless God shakes you, vipers will never show up.” “There was already a fire. Paul just added wood, and it produced heat. The viper came out of the heat.” “The viper went for his hand—the place of productivity.” “Some of you cannot move forward because when God puts the heat, a viper comes out and bites your hand.” On Trouble Revealing the Heart “Trouble does not come to destroy a believer, but to reveal the heart of a believer.” “When God shakes you up, it exposes your heart.” “There are certain things in us that will never come up unless God shakes us.” “When God shakes you, it is always to expose your heart.” On Sin and Indebtedness “There are three kinds of sins: sin against God, sin against your own body, and sin against a person.” “The most dangerous thing that a person could ever do is to sin against a person.” “Whenever somebody sins against you, they are automatically indebted to you.” “Jesus said, ‘Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.’ You are telling God to forgive you the same way you forgive people.” On Spiritual Loopholes “If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat… for thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head.” “God just exposed to you a way to destroy somebody.” “People think it’s witchcraft—but it is the Bible.” “Love your enemy. Give good for evil. They are setting themselves up to be destroyed.” “Spirituality requires you to understand craftiness.” On Food and Soul Ties “The only way you join yourself to another is through food. It’s a trap.” “Real soul ties are by food, not sex.” “A Christian can be your enemy.” “Be careful whose table you’re eating from.” “If I have fed you, a part of me is already in you.” “Some people have soul ties with demonic spirits through food.” On Spiritual Warfare “Our weapons of warfare—it is not one, it is many.” “The biggest weapon of spiritual warfare is love.” “Don’t return evil for evil. Give good for evil.” “Some of you want God to defend you from battles you have not covered the spiritual basis for.” On Wisdom and Strategy “The world is more spiritual than you think.” “Somebody’s food can control you.” “If the king’s table feeds you, the king controls you.” “If you want an assurance policy against people, be good to them.” “Don’t argue with people. Don’t fight with people. Just love them.”

The Name You Call Reveals the God You Know Some believers speak the name of Jesus and see immediate results—deliverance, breakthrough, divine intervention—while others call on the same name yet experience silence, resistance, or even intensified warfare. The difference is not in the name itself but in the revelation carried by the one who speaks it. This teaching explores the mystery, the spiritual mechanics, and the divine identity encoded in the name bestowed upon Jesus after the cross—an identity that determines how heaven, earth, and the spiritual realm respond when that name is invoked. This article is a structured study of the sermon “Bestowed Names”  delivered by Prophet Lovy L. Elias  on 1 July 2025. STUDY NOTES 1. Why the Name of Jesus Works for Some but Not Others You will understand why you have at times mentioned the name of the Lord Jesus and nothing happened. There are people who mention the name of the Lord and many things happen. There are people who jump and scream into the night and nothing happens. The error is not in the name; the error is in the person mentioning the name. There is a revelation possessed by those who manifest the name of the Lord Jesus that many believers have not come into. Some are graced by God where they manifest God not because of knowledge but because of sovereign mercy. Even the anointed must come to the fullness of what they are called to do and the understanding of the One who sent them. 2. Mystery and Revelation in the Things of the Spirit Anybody who says there is no mystery in the things of the Spirit is a fool. Seeing Jesus is not equal to knowing His identity. Being with Jesus does not mean you know His full identity. The disciples said, show us the Father, and were answered that they did not know who He was. The man who called Him good teacher was asked why he used a title reserved for God. The question was whether he knew who he was addressing. People seek results detached from the Person and often unconsciously do so. 3. Spiritual Consequences of Using the Name Without Understanding Saying words you don't mean or know why you're saying them becomes dangerous in spiritual life. The sons of Sceva mentioned the right name but did not know what they were saying. Mentioning the name of Jesus puts every demonic force on high alert. Mentioning that name provokes and challenges other forces. Demonic dreams do not exist; outer body experiences are mistaken for dreams. Outer body experience is not a dream. In those experiences, one tries to animate the body and cannot. When returning to the body, the experience is mistaken for a nightmare, but it was a real spiritual altercation. Lucid dreaming is between sleep and awake, but outer body experience is different. 4. The Historical and Biblical Weight of Names In past generations names and words carried deep significance. Today words don't mean what they ought to, including in the church. If you don't understand what you're doing, you rob yourself of what God has given. The name of the Lord Jesus was not powerful before the cross. The person of Jesus was powerful because He is God incarnated. The name Jesus was as common then as common names today. There were many Jesuses in scripture. 5. The Name of Jesus Before and After the Cross After the cross, everything changed. People were willing to die for Him. People were willing to be cast out for Him. There is something in Jesus that is different after the cross. 6. The Humility and Exaltation of Christ (Philippians 2) He saw it not robbery to be equal with God. He made Himself of no reputation. His first humility was humility within divinity, unseen by creation. God is triune: Father is God, Son is God, Holy Spirit is God—distinct yet one. The Father is not greater than the Son in divinity but the Son willingly submits to the Father. His humility included taking the form of a servant and being found in fashion as a man. He humbled Himself unto death, even the death of the cross. Because of this obedience, God highly exalted Him and gave Him a name above every name. 7. Conversation Within Divinity (Psalm 45 & Hebrews 1) Psalm 45 describes a divine conversation where God addresses another as God. “Thy throne, O God, is forever” is God speaking within divinity. This is a conversation between divine Persons manifesting in distinct roles. Hebrews 1 confirms this by saying, unto the Son He says, Thy throne, O God. The Father calls the Son God; the Son glorifies the Father. Divine humility and divine glorification are intertwined. 8. Being Found by God (Noah, Abraham, David, Solomon) God finds people among people. David stood out before God, not men. Noah found grace when God regretted making humanity. Noah stood out. Abraham was told his name would be made great. God makes certain names great because they carry divine imprint. David was given a great name like the great names of the earth. The star of Israel is linked to David; the King of Israel is linked to Jesus. There are parallels God wove together intentionally. Jacob was renamed Israel because he mingled with God. Israel means one who mingled and prevailed because God allowed him to. John the Baptist is associated with Elijah because of the divine assignment on his name. 9. The Bestowed Name: Yahweh Revealed in Jesus God gave Him a name above every name. The name is not Jesus, for Jesus is a human name meaning deliverer. Moses was also a deliverer. The name bestowed carries what caused resurrection and what makes God call Him God. Praise Yah, praise Yahweh’s name—revealing the name above all names. When the name Jesus is spoken after the cross, the divine Name is invoked. Through Him it becomes safe to declare the Name of God. In Him dwells the fullness of the Godhead. When the name is invoked in Him, there is sanctification and purification. 10. Being Called by God’s Name as His People If My people who are called by My name. Whenever God names someone, He connects them to His own name. Abraham, David, Jacob/Israel, and others bear divine identity through naming. He will give a name that only He knows. He will write His name on the forehead of His people. Even if people drag your name, they cannot kill it because it is not your name but His. 11. Understanding the Name You Declare Understand the name you are declaring. When you truly hold the name of the Lord Jesus, no one can do anything to you. Fighting that name is fighting God, not fighting a person. The name does not fail; the error is in the one calling it. Invoking the name requires revelation of the One who bears it. Scripture References Scripture Version Context / Why Included Philippians 2:5–11 KJV Referenced directly in the sermon to explain Christ’s humility, exaltation, and the name bestowed above all names. Psalms 45:1–7 KJV Quoted to show the conversation within divinity where God calls the Son “O God.” Hebrews 1:8 KJV Used to confirm Psalm 45, showing the Father addressing the Son as God. Genesis 6:7–8 KJV Used to show Noah “found grace” when humanity fell under judgment. Genesis 12:1–2 KJV Quoted to explain how God makes Abraham’s name great. 2 Samuel 7:8–10 KJV Used to emphasize how God gave David a great name. Isaiah 45:21–25 KJV Referenced as the prophetic foundation for “every knee shall bow” applied to Christ in Philippians 2. 1 Corinthians 2:6–8 KJV Used to explain hidden wisdom and why spiritual rulers did not recognize the Lord of glory. Revelation 2:17 KJV Referenced conceptually about the new name known only to God. Golden Nuggets “The error is not in the name; the error is in the person mentioning the name.” “Being with Jesus doesn’t mean you know His full identity.” “If you don’t understand what you’re doing, you will rob yourself of the magnificence of what God has given.” “You cannot use what you don’t understand.” “The name of the Lord Jesus was not powerful before the cross.” “The first humility Jesus portrayed was humility in divinity.” “God is a triune God—distinct, but one person.” “There is a conversation within divinity where one humbles Himself and the other glorifies Him.” “You can be found. Don’t stand out among men; stand out before God.” “At no time did man seek out God except God seek out man.” “When you say Jesus, you are invoking the name of God Himself.” “Through Him you have been sanctified; through Him you have been purified.” “Even if they drag your name, they can never kill your name.” “Understand the name you are calling.” “If you fight the name of Jesus, you will lose.” “You are no longer fighting a human being; you are fighting God.” “The Son did not deny being God; He questioned if the man knew who He was.” “Demons recognize identity even when people do not.” “God has a habit of finding people among people.” “Names in Scripture carry the identity, nature, and assignment of God within them.”

Understanding the ministry, presence, and partnership of angels in a believer’s life. Walking with God has always involved more than human effort; it includes the unseen assistance of the spiritual realm. This sermon reveals how God appoints ministering spirits to walk with His people and why understanding the ministry of angels is essential for spiritual maturity, protection, and alignment with divine purpose. It is a call to become aware of Heaven’s involvement in your daily life, not through mysticism, but through biblical truth and spiritual clarity. This article is based on the sermon “Walking With Angels” preached by Prophet Lovy Elias on 4 July 2022 at Revelation Church Los Angeles. Study Notes 1. Preparing the Heart: Recognising God’s Goodness and Human Need The teaching begins by centering the heart on God’s goodness. Worship becomes meaningful only when one understands why  God is worthy of praise. Key points: Genuine praise flows from awareness. People often chant phrases like “God is good” without understanding the depth behind them. “Worthy”  implies comparison. Something is worthy because it exceeds another measure. God is worthy because His goodness stands above what humanity truly deserved. Understanding personal unworthiness intensifies worship. When one recognises the weight of sin and the magnitude of mercy, praise becomes deeper and more intentional. God chose mercy above justice. Though justice demanded punishment, God broke His own protocol through the sacrifice of Jesus. Worship is transformed when anchored in revelation, not habit. 2. Scriptural Foundation: The Ministry of Angels (Hebrews 1:14) The foundational scripture is introduced: “Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?” Important truths extracted from this: Angels are ministering spirits  — their core function is service. They are sent forth  — dispatched by God for purposeful assignments. They minister for  believers — actively assisting those who inherit salvation. The word minister  means to serve . This establishes that angelic assistance is biblical, intentional, and essential. Many struggles believers face come from lack of awareness, not lack of provision. God has already assigned spiritual resources—yet many do not know how to recognise or engage them. 3. Why Believers Often Miss Angelic Ministry There is an imbalance in the modern church: People speak frequently about demons, oppression, attacks, and warfare. Yet rarely discuss angels, glory, assistance, and divine support. This creates a distorted spiritual worldview: Demonic manifestations are acknowledged. Angelic manifestations are doubted or ignored. Darkness is recognised quickly, but heavenly involvement goes unnoticed. The teaching challenges this mindset by asking: Why are negative spiritual experiences recognised more easily than positive ones? If Scripture consistently shows angelic activity, why should believers be unfamiliar with it? Heaven’s support is real and active—often more than believers realise. 4. Real-Life Examples of Angelic Intervention The message includes several personal testimonies showing how angels operate in practical, tangible ways. These examples are not sensational—they illustrate how angelic assistance aligns with assignment and protection. Airport Encounter (2007) During international travel, a visa issue threatened immediate deportation. After silent prayer, a man appeared from a different direction holding the passport. He gave clear directions to the correct gate—despite there being no boarding pass yet. The original officer was still walking away with the same passport. The assistance was supernatural, precise, and timely. Car Tire Incident After a tire explosion on the road, a man appeared with the exact needed replacement. He changed it effortlessly and vanished shortly after. Both examples show: Angels can manifest physically when necessary. Their assignments include logistics, protection, and redirecting danger. Many angelic interventions occur unnoticed unless spiritually aware. 5. Prophetic Function and Angelic Partnership The teaching highlights that: The Holy Spirit is God; angels are created servants. Angels assist with interpretation, communication, and execution of divine assignments. There is a distinct difference between what God communicates directly and what angels handle. Example from Daniel Daniel received visions from God but could not understand them. An angel (Gabriel) was sent to explain the mysteries. This demonstrates that even when God speaks, interpretation may still require assistance. This truth reveals: Believers can hear from God yet misunderstand. Clarity often comes through angelic interpretation. 6. Crucial Correction: Not Everyone Automatically Has Angels One of the strongest corrections in the teaching: ❌ Misconception “Every human has a guardian angel.” “Every Christian automatically has angels.” ✔ Biblical truth Angelic companionship opens at specific moments , according to calling, maturity, assignment, and alignment. Evidence: Even Jesus did not walk with angels until age 30. After resisting temptation in the wilderness, then  angels came to minister to Him. Matthew 4:11 — “Then the devil left Him, and angels came and ministered unto Him.” This marks: The beginning  of active angelic ministry in His earthly life. A shift that empowered His miracles, deliverance, and public assignment. 7. Why the Devil Used Scripture to Tempt Jesus About Angels During the wilderness temptation: The devil quoted Psalm 91 regarding angelic protection. He challenged Jesus to jump and “see if angels would come.” This reveals: The devil recognised the importance of angelic assignment. He attempted to provoke premature activation. Jesus refused to test God. The timing of angelic ministry matters. 8. Types of Angelic Encounters Seen in Scripture Three categories emerge: Permanent assignment Reserved for unique destinies such as Moses, Samuel, Jesus. Seasonal assignment Angels appear briefly to give instructions or direction. Situational intervention Based on God’s mercy, especially during danger or crisis. Examples: Gabriel’s visits to Mary, Joseph, Zechariah were assignment-specific—not lifelong companionship. Awareness of these distinctions prevents unrealistic assumptions. 9. Spiritual Resistance: Understanding Angelic Warfare Daniel’s story shows the dynamics of angelic warfare: Gabriel was sent immediately but faced resistance. The “prince of Persia” opposed him for 21 days. Michael, described as a powerful heavenly prince, intervened. This reveals: Angelic ranks determine spiritual authority. Angels collaborate in warfare. Delays in manifestation do not mean prayers were unheard. 10. Scriptural Patterns of Angelic Partnership Several biblical figures walked with angels: Moses Elijah Elisha Jeremiah Joshua Notable examples: Jericho fell because one angel gave the strategy. Peter was freed from prison by one angel. Early believers were so accustomed to angelic ministry they assumed: “That must be Peter’s angel.” This historical familiarity contrasts with modern unfamiliarity—highlighting a gap in spiritual awareness today. 11. Misconception #1 — “Everyone Has an Angel Since Birth” One of the strongest corrections in the teaching is the dismantling of a widely-held belief: Not everyone is born with angels assigned to them. Key insights: If all children automatically had guardian angels, the infants killed under Pharaoh or Herod would have been protected. In Scripture, angels communicated with the parents  (Mary, Joseph, Zechariah), not with the infants themselves. Angels ensured the survival of certain children because of assignment , not because “every baby has an angel.” Important distinction: Some destinies require early angelic involvement to protect and preserve the vessel. But permanent angelic companionship is rare and based on divine purpose. 12. Misconception #2 — “All Christians Have Angels Simply Because They Believe” Another major clarification: Believing in Jesus and receiving the Holy Spirit does not automatically  mean angels encamp around you. Reasons: Scripture teaches clear spiritual conditions for angelic proximity. Angels are drawn to certain environments , not simply to religious identity. Many Christians suffer unnecessary battles because they assume a protection they never activated The teaching highlights that: Salvation secures the soul before God. But physical, situational, and destiny-related protection requires alignment  with the spiritual principles God established. 13. Requirement #1 — The Fear of the Lord Attracts Angels A pivotal revelation: The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him. This reveals a non-negotiable condition: Angels encamp only  where the fear of God is active. The fear of the Lord refers to reverence, awareness, and intentional living unto God—not terror. A person who thinks about pleasing God, avoiding offense, and honouring His presence attracts angels naturally because that environment resembles heaven. Key understanding: The fear of the Lord is not about perfection. People stumble, but their hearts remain anchored in God. Angels are drawn to people who: Honour God in thought and behaviour Avoid carelessness in speech Seek to please God over pleasing themselves Maintain spiritual awareness in daily life This spiritual atmosphere magnetises angelic presence. 14. Requirement #2 — Understanding How Angels Respond to Words A profound portion of the teaching explains how angels operate: Angels excel in strength as they carry out God’s commands, hearkening to the voice of His word. Important truths: Angels obey the voice  of God’s word, not merely the text. When believers speak carelessly, angels have nothing to execute. When believers speak in alignment with Scripture, angels respond. Why words matter: Angelic technologies are voice activated . Every idle word is recorded and must be accounted for. Words that carry fear, doubt, negativity, or hopelessness paralyse angelic movement. Words that carry faith, alignment, and scripture empower angelic movement. This explains why: Some believers experience momentum Others remain stagnant Some have cycles of spiritual inconsistency Others experience rapid breakthrough The difference often lies in speech. 15. Why Idle Words Are Spiritually Dangerous Idle words include: Negative self-talk Casual doubt Complaining Sarcasm and emotional outbursts Words spoken without intention or meaning The teaching emphasises: Every thought is a voice in the spirit realm. Thoughts have spiritual frequency and can be heard. Spirits communicate through thoughts, not vocal cords. This explains sudden negative impulses, discouraging ideas, or irrational fears. Examples: Peter rebuking Jesus (“You will not die”) was a thought inspired by a spirit. Jesus recognised that the thought-source was not Peter but darkness. This section teaches believers to: Guard inner dialogue Avoid self-sabotaging speech Speak with spiritual intentionality Recognise the unseen audience listening to their words 16. How Angels Move, Travel, and Interact with Each Other A rare and insightful teaching is given on angelic movement: Angels can temporarily leave one’s vicinity to examine a territory, then return with others. When entering new places or regions, angels gather information, evaluate atmospheres, and connect with other angels assigned to that area. Revelations include: Angels are highly relational and interact with one another. Angels may accompany a person temporarily or permanently depending on assignment. Angels often carry messages from God about local territories, spiritual environments, or upcoming events. This explains: Why spiritual discernment can increase in unfamiliar environments Why revelations become clearer after entering certain territories Why angelic presence sometimes feels different from location to location 17. How Angels React to Human Behaviour Angels are beings with personality, emotion, and intelligence. From the teaching: Angels rejoice Angels show urgency Angels demonstrate displeasure Angels are grieved by disorder Angels respond to faith and alignment Angels withdraw from confusion, chaos, and carnality Examples from Scripture show angels becoming: Impatient Offended Protective Encouraging Directive This corrects the misconception that angels are robotic or emotionless. 18. Positional Error — Being Misinformed Leads to Misalignment A major theme emerges: People cannot walk in realities they are misinformed about. If a believer assumes a false teaching, they position themselves incorrectly. Misalignment leads to unnecessary warfare, struggle, or stagnation. Awareness brings activation. Important principle: “You cannot seek what you do not know exists.” If believers do not know: Angels are assigned Angels respond to the Word of God Angels listen to their voice Angels require reverence Angels encamp only around certain spiritual conditions …then believers cannot activate what God provided. This teaching exposes ignorance as a key barrier. 19. Jesus as the Model of Angelic Partnership A powerful reminder is given: Jesus Himself acknowledged His ability to summon twelve legions of angels . One legion is several thousand. Twelve legions is overwhelming force. This highlights: Jesus was fully aware of the angelic realm. He lived with intentional alignment. He worked with angels, not independently of them. Miracles, deliverance, and ministry were empowered through angelic assistance. If Jesus walked with angels, believers are invited into the same reality. 20. Spiritual Encounters: Tangibility of Angelic Presence The teaching clarifies: Spiritual things are not imaginary. With increased awareness, spiritual realities become more tangible. Angels, saints, and heavenly encounters in Scripture were physical enough to be felt, seen, or heard. Examples include: Jacob’s ladder Daniel’s visitations Moses’ encounters Encounters involving prophets and patriarchs Peter’s prison escape Paul’s visions Encounters recorded in both Old and New Testaments Believers today should not assume these experiences have ceased. The message emphasises: God still visits Angels still ascend and descend Heaven still interacts with earth 21. Practical Example: The Ladder Encounter A vivid spiritual experience is described: During a worship moment, Heaven opened. A ladder appeared—ancient, luminous, tangible. Angels descended in great number. The entire room fell under a supernatural atmosphere. People collapsed under the presence of glory. Key revelation: What was seen was not merely a vision; it physically manifested in the room. This demonstrates: Encounters on earth can mirror encounters described in Scripture God’s realm is accessible Angels are deeply involved in worship and ministry Glory can fill environments physically Tangibility increases with awareness and spiritual sensitivity 22. Angels Assist Destiny, Even in Personal Matters A relatable example is given: An angel warned about a child misbehaving at school. Details were revealed that were impossible to know naturally. The intervention prevented future issues tied to destiny. This shows: Angels protect destinies—not only in crises but in upbringing, relationships, and daily decisions. Heaven intervenes even in small matters when destiny is involved. Nothing is “too ordinary” for angelic assistance when destiny is at stake. 23. Two Spirits Assigned to Follow Believers: Grace and Mercy A crucial portion of the teaching highlights Psalm 23: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.” Key insights extracted: “Goodness” and “mercy” in this context are not abstract ideas. They are spiritual beings —angels functioning under those divine attributes. The language “shall follow me” indicates: They accompany movement They travel with believers They manifest divine favour, protection, and assistance These angels operate differently from general angelic protection: They specifically carry the ministry of mercy  and the ministry of grace , ensuring that divine favour surrounds, certain dangers are avoided, and access is granted where natural effort is insufficient. This reinforces the idea that angelic ministry is woven into daily Christian life when properly understood. 24. First Practical Step: Awareness and Acknowledgment of Angels The teaching emphasises that believers must become consciously aware of the spiritual help God provides. Practical application: Speak in ways that cultivate awareness: “Father, thank You for the angels who walk with me.” “Thank You for angelic assistance in everything I do.” “Thank You for the heavenly company assigned to my life.” Incorporating angels into prayer increases spiritual consciousness. Awareness creates spiritual visibility; visibility increases sensitivity. The more aware believers become of angels, the more tangible their presence becomes. This aligns believers with Heaven’s rhythm rather than relying on accidental encounters. 25. Second Practical Step: Pursue the Fear of the Lord A major spiritual law is given here: Angels encamp where the fear of the Lord is present. To cultivate an environment angels settle in: Remove behaviours that repel heaven Avoid compromise Resist habitual sin Practice reverence Seek purity of thought Maintain awareness of God Choose obedience where others choose convenience This doesn't demand perfection but intentionality. When the fear of the Lord is present: Angels do not merely visit They encamp They settle They familiarise themselves with your environment They form long-term companionship This opens the door to consistent angelic partnership, not sporadic intervention. 26. Third Practical Step: Clean Up Speech, Thoughts, and Idle Dialogue The teaching goes deeper into the law of speech: Angels respond to the voice  of the Word of God. Idle words confuse angels and empower the wrong spiritual environment. Why this matters: Angels are intelligent beings; they listen for instruction. When believers speak doubt or negativity, angels pause. When believers speak faith or Scripture, angels move. This truth explains why: Some believers see rapid spiritual acceleration Some experience stagnancy Some see breakthrough after breakthrough Some keep restarting spiritual progress The atmosphere of one’s words directs angelic activity. Practical guidance: Speak intentionally Avoid self-sabotaging thoughts Don’t magnify problems Don’t declare hopelessness Don’t speak defeat Inner dialogue is spiritual communication. Angels hear it, demons hear it, and Heaven responds accordingly. 27. Understanding Angelic Strength and Assignment (Psalm 103) Psalm 103 reveals that angels: Excel in strength Do the commands of God Hearken to the voice  of His word Important revelations drawn: Angels increase in strength as they carry out assignments. When a believer grows spiritually, angels assigned to them also grow in strength. Angels wait for believers to speak words aligned with Scripture so they can act. This positions the believer as a key participant in spiritual operations, not a passive observer. 28. How Angels Assist in Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare The teaching reveals: Many spiritual battles are prolonged because believers fight alone, unaware of the assistance available. The Holy Spirit empowers believers internally. Angels confront external attacks, block demonic interference, and protect physical spaces. Angels provide: Acceleration Defense Strength Clarity Prophetic assistance Supernatural navigation of life’s obstacles This is why walking with angels makes spiritual life smoother and breakthrough more frequent. 29. Walking With Angels Makes Destiny Easier A strong truth emerges: Destiny becomes difficult only when angelic assistance is missing or inactive. Jesus completed His assignment in three years—not because He rushed, but because He walked with: The Holy Spirit Angels Divine instruction Perfect timing When angels take charge: You avoid wrong turns Delay dissolves Time is redeemed Mistakes decrease Opportunities open Spiritual battles shorten The teaching emphasises that alignment, not effort, determines ease. 30. Misconception #3 — “Fasting Brings Angels” The teaching directly addresses this misunderstanding: Fasting alone does not summon angels. Many prophets in Scripture walked with angels, yet their encounters were not triggered by fasting. Angels respond to: fear of the Lord awareness alignment speech spiritual maturity Fasting shifts you , not angels. It increases sensitivity, not angelic availability. 31. Why Angels Encamp Around Certain People Angels identify environments that reflect: Holiness Reverence Obedience Sensitivity Purity of thought Love for God Alignment with divine purpose These environments are familiar to angels because they mirror heaven’s atmosphere. Angels are not drawn to: Confusion Carnality Indifference Disobedience Atmospheres lacking reverence This explains why some believers experience consistent angelic activity while others do not. 32. Practical Recalibration: Removing Spiritual Distractions To walk closely with angels, believers are encouraged to: Remove unnecessary distractions Clean up compromised areas Stop comparing themselves to others Avoid spiritual laziness Follow personal conviction without mimicking others Each believer’s journey is unique. God aligns angels according to individual calling, not comparison. 33. Strategic Warning: Don’t Engage in Spiritual Battles Without Angelic Support A crucial spiritual safety principle: Do not engage in spiritual warfare without being sent or supported. Attempting to cast out demons, pray deliverance, or confront darkness without angelic assistance is spiritually dangerous. Why? Demons recognise spiritual rank. Angels carry authority that humans do not possess alone. Without angelic support, believers can be overpowered in spiritual encounters. This instruction is protective, not restrictive. 34. The Shift of the Seventh Month: Prophetic Acceleration The teaching includes a prophetic declaration for the seventh month: This period brings acceleration through angelic activity. Angelic doors open to bring: Speed Protection Clarity Divine encounters Breakthrough Believers are instructed to align quickly because grace for movement is present. 35. Prophetic Instruction: Psalm 35 as Monthly Warfare Declaration A powerful prayer template is given from Psalm 35. This Psalm becomes the believer’s warfare chapter for the month, activating: Angelic defense Divine intervention Reversal of attacks Exposure of hidden traps Destruction of demonic devices Protection of destiny Key verses include requests such as: “Plead my cause, O Lord.” “Let the angel of the Lord chase them.” “Let their way be dark and slippery.” “Let them fall into the trap they set for me.” These are scriptural petitions that stir angelic movement. 36. Instruction: Pray Psalm 35 in the Morning and Before Sleep This repeated instruction strengthens spiritual atmosphere. Why repetition? Establishes dominance over spiritual patterns Maintains angelic deployment Keeps the believer spiritually alert Neutralises rising battles Activates divine reversal This is not ritual—it is strategic scriptural warfare. 37. Emphasis: Angels Are God’s Weapons The teaching reinforces: Shields, spears, bucklers described in the Psalm are metaphors for angels. When the Psalm says “Let the angel of the Lord chase them,” it means angels are Heaven’s active combat force. This gives believers confidence that spiritual battles are not fought alone. 38. Declaration: Attacks Will Reverse Back to the Source Key themes in the warfare section include: Any trap set by darkness will backfire. Those who dig pits for the innocent will fall into their own pits. Snares, curses, sabotage, and conspiracies will collapse under angelic pressure. Demonic devices targeting families, health, finances, or purpose will be dismantled. This section focuses heavily on justice, reversal, and divine protection. 39. Importance of Praying During High-Grace Atmospheres The teaching strongly emphasises: When grace is present, believers must participate actively. Worship is beautiful, but moments of prayer must not be replaced by singing. A believer must engage prayer intentionally to benefit from the spiritual atmosphere. This instruction builds spiritual discipline and maturity. 40. Insight: Corporate Environments Carry Shared Grace A powerful truth is given: The grace on a spiritual leader covers the people present. When believers engage in prayer under that grace, breakthroughs accelerate. When believers disengage, they miss the moment. This reinforces the importance of communal worship, prophetic environments, and spiritual alignment. Scripture References Explicitly Mentioned Hebrews 1:14  – Ministering spirits sent to serve heirs of salvation Matthew 4:10–11  – After resisting temptation, angels ministered to Jesus Psalm 91:11–12  – “He shall give His angels charge over you” Psalms 34:7  – The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him Psalms 103:20  – Angels excel in strength and hearken to the voice of God’s word Psalm 23:6  – Goodness and mercy follow me Psalm 35:1–7  – Warfare chapter activated for this teaching Daniel 10:12–13  – Gabriel resisted; Michael came to assist Luke 1:26–38  – Gabriel sent to Mary Matthew 1:18–25  – Angel appears to Joseph in a dream Luke 1:5–20  – Angel appears to Zechariah Acts 12:5–11  – Peter freed from prison by an angel Genesis 28:12–17  – Jacob’s ladde Job 33:14–16  – Dreams, visions, divine warnings (implied theme) Implied or Contextual Exodus 14  – Angelic involvement in deliverance Joshua 5:13–15  – Captain of the Lord’s army 1 Kings 19:5–7  – Angel ministers to Elijah 2 Kings 6:16–17  – Angelic hosts around Elisha Revelation 12:7–9  – Michael warring against the dragon Prayers 1. Awareness and Alignment “Father, thank You for the ministry of angels in my life.” “Thank You for the grace to walk with heavenly assistance.” “Open my eyes to discern angelic activity around me.” 2. Alignment With God’s Will “Let my life reflect the fear of the Lord.” “Purify my thoughts, words, and actions.” “Create in me an atmosphere where angels can encamp.” 3. Angelic Activation and Assistance “Lord, send Your angels ahead of me in every area of my life.” “Let there be lasting changes in my path, relationships, and destiny.” “Let heavenly assistance take charge of my movements.” 4. Psalm 35 Warfare Declarations (To be prayed morning and night) Psalm 35:1 “Father, plead my cause with those who strive against me. Fight those who fight me.” Psalm 35:2 “Take hold of shield and buckler. Stand up as my help.” Psalm 35:3 “Draw out Your spear against those who persecute me.” Psalm 35:4 “Let those who seek my harm be confounded, ashamed, and turned back.” Psalm 35:5 “Let them be like chaff before the wind; let the angel of the Lord chase them.” Psalm 35:6–7 “Let their way be dark and slippery; let every trap they set for me backfire upon them.” 5. Personal Transformation “Father, shift my life into divine order.” “Let angelic intervention rewrite the rest of my year.” “Strengthen me to walk in reverence, purity, and obedience.” Golden Nuggets “You cannot know God is good unless you know what you were worthy of.” “Words have meaning; when you don’t understand them, you devalue them.” “Angels are ministering spirits — their purpose is to serve.” “You struggle because you don’t use what God made available to you.” “Many hear God but still misunderstand; that’s why God sends angels to explain.” “Not everyone has angels. The fear of the Lord attracts angelic presence.” “Angels hearken to the voice of the Word — not the text, but the voice.” “Your thoughts are a voice in the spirit realm.” “Walking with angels makes destiny easier.” “Fasting doesn’t bring angels. Alignment does.” “When the angel of the Lord steps in, battles reverse instantly.” “Grace and mercy following you are not ideas — they are spiritual beings.” “You cannot seek what you do not know exists.”

Life moves in stages. The spirit moves in dimensions. Life on earth does not operate randomly. Everything follows stages, levels, timings, and patterns — and unless a person understands this framework, spiritual life and physical life will constantly feel mismatched. In this message, the distinctions between stages , levels , and dimensions  are made clear, showing why some people rise, fall, or remain stuck even when they work hard and try to do what is right. This article contains structured study notes based entirely on the sermon “ Stages ” , preached on 20 January 2021. Study Notes 1. Stages, Levels, and Dimensions “The physical world operates in stages and levels. The spiritual realm operates in dimensions.” The physical realm does not  operate in dimensions. The spiritual realm does not  operate in stages. Two people can be in the same stage , but their work ethic  or decisions may place them on different levels . Stages and levels are reachable through effort. Dimensions are not reached by effort; they are based on: grace commitment to Christ faithfulness access God grants Key thought: Your stage does not determine your spiritual dimension. 2. Influence Over Human Thoughts “No one in this world is beyond influence.” Thoughts are a channel of communication in the spirit. Even a righteous person can be influenced: Peter was influenced by Satan while standing next to Jesus. Blocking thoughts is impossible; if you block thoughts, you also block God. Inspiration  = the flow of thoughts pushed by God. Scripture was written by divine inspiration. When preaching, the speaker waits for what God will inspire , not pre-planning topics. Important notes: Good produces fruit and elevates humanity → comes from God. Anything that destroys (even if it “looks” good) is not from God. Not everything that looks disruptive is evil. Some discipline produces structure. 3. Why Hard Work Doesn’t Guarantee Movement A person may do everything successful people do — wake up early, grind, work hard — but still never break into a higher stage. Reasons: Hard work improves your stage . Hard work improves your level . Hard work does not  open a dimension . A dimension dictates what can be protected , maintained , and expanded  in someone’s life. Examples given: Winning the lottery changes someone’s stage/level but cannot sustain them if their dimension does not support it. This is why people lose everything quickly — their spiritual dimension cannot hold their physical level. Key statements: “Your spiritual dimension protects your stage and level.” “If the devil strikes you, he can succeed because your level is not being protected by your spiritual dimension.” 4. Why People Hit Ceilings (Financial or Otherwise) Someone may consistently earn but never break certain thresholds (tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, millions). It is not a work-ethic problem. It is a dimension-capacity  issue. If something is outside your dimension, it comes but cannot stay. “Everything you have ever lost and never regained is because your dimension did not match your level.” Sometimes: God gives blessings bigger than your current dimension to provoke you  to realize how much more you need Him to push you  into a higher dimension 5. Dimension Illustrated Through Job Job 1 is used to reveal the separation between spiritual dimension and natural level. God speaks of Job’s dimension: “A perfect and upright man.” “None like him in the earth.” God validates Job’s spiritual placement. Satan speaks of Job’s level: The hedge of protection His household His possessions His increase Everything “on every side” Observation: God talks only about Job’s spiritual dimension . Satan talks only about Job’s physical level . The physical level was secure because  of the spiritual dimension. Key idea: You can attain something but never possess  it. Possession = consistency muscle memory ability to do something regardless of season Job possessed his level because his dimension supported it. 6. Dimensions Sustain Even When a Person Has Fallen Once someone enters a dimension, it cannot be revoked. A person can mess up, and God may reject them, but their dimension may still sustain them for a time . The example given: Satan was a cherubim. His grace was taken, but his dimension  did not change. He still functions in that dimension on earth. Conclusion: Dimension determines capacity , regardless of current righteousness. 7. Dimensions Are Accessed Only by Opportunity “Dimensions can only be accessed by opportunity.” You cannot pray your way into a dimension alone. You cannot fast your way into a dimension alone. God must present an opportunity , and you must seize it. Biblical patterns referenced: Moses accessed God through Jethro , the priest. Abraham entertained three men → new dimension. Zacchaeus climbed a tree → access granted. Joshua received impartation through Moses → that was his access point. Before Jesus resurrected, no human spirit could enter heaven → the dimension changed only when Jesus opened it. Summary bullet points: Opportunity = doorway to dimension. Missing the opportunity → remaining stuck. Many believers pray, fast, and live right but never advance  because they ignore or fail to recognize the opportunities God sends. 8. The Spirit of Adoption (Romans 8) Key scriptures quoted in the sermon: Romans 8:15–17 John 3:35 John 1:3 Main points given: Every human being is born bound  (spiritually). Receiving Christ gives a new spirit  — “a new creation.” Angels are never  called sons. Only Jesus is “begotten,” and believers share that same spiritual nature. Being a child of God makes you: heir of God joint-heir with Christ spiritually seated in heavenly places participant of “all things” the Father gave the Son Because people don’t know their dimension: They pray below their rank. They ask for a house when God says, “Ask me for the nations.” 9. Why Some ‘Good’ People Remain in Lower Dimensions Many who live “right” remain in lower dimensions because dimension is not based on moral perfection. David had scandals but had a high dimension. Others lived clean but carried low dimensions. People judge based on behavior, not dimension. Some believers interpret others’ success as “evil” or “witchcraft” because they cannot explain the dimension. 10. Accessing Dimensions Through Men Repeated patterns given: Jethro → Moses Abraham → Lot Moses → Joshua Elijah → Elisha Various figures in scripture whose names carry specific dimensions David → victory and sustained reign Jacob/Israel → establishment and fruitfulness Moses → ways where there are no ways Elijah → force and fire Joshua → redeemed time Solomon → wisdom and peace Key point: No one enters a dimension without a man assigned to open that realm. That is God’s pattern throughout scripture. 11. Evidence of Dimension: Sacrifice Driven by Love “Your sacrifice is the evidence that you have crossed over.” Examples given: Woman who wiped Jesus’ feet → “because of her great love, her sins have been forgiven.” Mary Magdalene → her devotion revealed her deliverance. Widow who fed Elijah → access to life-preserving dimension. Israel leaving Egypt with riches → evidence of deliverance. Abraham’s offerings → access to covenant promises. Job’s friends → had to give in order to be restored. Giving in the presence of an opportunity = doorway to higher dimension. Final note: Sacrifice is not giving to “get something.” It is responding whenever God opens a door to a higher place. Scripture References Verses Read Directly (Full Verses Included) Job 1:7–12  (ESV quoted by reader) Job 1:7–10 The Lord said to Satan, “From where have you come?” Satan answered the Lord and said, “From going to and fro on the earth, and from walking up and down on it.” And the Lord said to Satan, “Have you considered my servant Job, that there is none like him on the earth, a blameless and upright man, who fears God and turns away from evil?” Then Satan answered the Lord and said, “Does Job fear God for no reason? Have you not put a hedge around him and his house and all that he has, on every side?” Job 1:10–12 “You have blessed the work of his hands, and his possessions have increased in the land. But stretch out your hand and touch all that he has, and he will curse you to your face.” And the Lord said to Satan, “Behold, all that he has is in your hand. Only against him do not stretch out your hand.” John 3:35 “The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand.” John 1:3 “All things were made through him, and without him was not anything made that was made.” Psalms 2:7–9 “I will tell of the decree: The Lord said to me, ‘You are my Son; today I have begotten you. Ask of me, and I will make the nations your heritage, and the ends of the earth your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron and dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel.’” Verses Referenced or Paraphrased Ecclesiastes (times and seasons) Genesis 18:1–10 (Abraham entertaining the three men) Luke 19:1–10 (Zacchaeus) Exodus 3 (Moses at the burning bush; Jethro connection) Romans 8:15–17 (“spirit of adoption,” “Abba Father”) Ephesians 2:6 (“seated in heavenly places”) Matthew 26 & John 12 (woman who anointed Jesus) 1 Samuel 28 (Samuel appearing from the ground) Exodus 12 (Israel leaving Egypt with riches) 1 Kings 3–10 (Solomon’s wisdom and peace) Matthew 6:11 (“daily bread”) Isaiah 61:1–6 (priests of the Lord, rebuilding desolations) Book of Job general references (faithfulness, sacrifice) Prayers “Father, be glorified forever. You are only Lord and you are only God and apart from you we have no other. You are my strength, you are your children's strength, and you are the only tower that we hide in.” “Lord we step aside and walk in the wrong path, we step away from the narrow path, but your right hand Father holds us and puts us back on the path consistently and continually. You protect us and you keep us from every block, every stumbling block and every wicked one. You keep us consistently.” “Father, I pray that you purify us, sanctify us as we listen to your word; that Lord, you alone will be glorified; and that Father, we will leave this place knowing that there is no other way except your Son Jesus.” “And that Lord, not only our lives and things connected to us will be redeemed and be saved, but our very souls will be secure in you.” “Father, I thank you for deliverance and transformation that is beginning now for everybody that is hearing my voice. Father, I bless you, I thank you for you are God alone. In the name of your Son Jesus, amen.” Golden Nuggets Stages, Levels, Dimensions “The physical world operates in stages and levels. The spiritual realm operates in dimensions.” “Your stage does not determine your spiritual dimension.” “Your spiritual dimension protects your stage and level.” “Dimensions are not about how hard you work.” “Somebody can have faith to move mountains, but if you’re in the wrong dimension, you won’t move.” “Dimensions are accessed by opportunity.” Influence & Inspiration “No one in this world is beyond influence.” “In the realm of the spirit, your thoughts are language.” “Inspiration is the flow of thoughts pushed by God.” “If you block thoughts, you also block God.” “Every good and perfect gift comes from above.” Hard Work vs. Dimension “You may do everything successful people do, but that doesn’t ensure success.” “Your physical level is not supported by your spiritual dimension.” “Everything you have ever lost and never regained is because your dimension did not match your level.” “God will give you something beyond your dimension to provoke you to the next one.” Job’s Example “God spoke about Job’s spiritual dimension. Satan confirmed his physical level.” “You can attain something, but that doesn’t mean you possess it.” “Your dimension will always sustain you.” “Job’s properties were secure by his spiritual dimension.” Identity & Inheritance “Every human being is born bound.” “You were given a new spirit; you became a new creation.” “You are heirs of God and joint-heirs with Christ.” “Ask me for the nations, and you are asking for a house.” “You pray below your dimension.” Why Some People Stay Low “People think righteousness is dimension.” “David had scandals, but he carried a higher dimension.” “Those in lower dimensions will judge what they cannot explain.” Access Through Men “God will never give you a dimension without access through a man.” “If Joshua went to the mountain, God would not speak — his access was Moses.” “The dimension he was operating in was Abraham; when Lot left, everything disappeared.” “Dimensions are always given through opportunity, not effort.” Sacrifice as Evidence “Your sacrifice is the evidence that you have crossed over.” “Because of her great love, her sins have been forgiven.” “The evidence they were delivered is that the Egyptians came out and gave them gold.” “Your ability to sacrifice is the evidence that you have entered another realm.” “He who gives to those who are in need is lending to God.” Opportunities “This is your opportunity. What oil do you want?” “Desire the nations. Don’t desire your need.” “Just because you don’t do it doesn’t mean it will not happen — this is God’s work.” “Some people gave, then asked for it back because they thought this would not happen without them.” Dimension & Evidence “If heaven doesn’t approve you, you’re not getting rich.” “Your spirituality must also be measured by what you have.” “You will enjoy the riches of the Gentiles — that is evidence you are a priest of God.” “Jesus was recognized as a king even when He tried to tone it down.”

You’re not called to be known. You’re called to bear fruit. Every person is called by God, and every calling carries a responsibility. Excelling in your calling means growing, increasing, multiplying, and refusing to stay at the same level. God does not expect anything He gives you to remain the way it was when it was placed in your hands. He expects productivity because He Himself is infinite. The more you grow, the more you can know Him. Staying at old levels prevents you from understanding what God is doing at higher levels, and it causes misunderstanding, misjudgment, and stagnation. This article is a study reflection based on the sermon *“Excelling In Your Calling”* preached by Prophet Lovy Elias on 29 January 2020. Study Notes 1. What It Means to Excel in Your Calling 1.1 Excelling defined Excelling means doing the best you can in what God gave you. It means surpassing those who came before you in that assignment. It means surpassing yourself over and over again. Excelling is going higher continually, not once. 1.2 God expects increase Anything God gives is meant to multiply. If it stays the same, the purpose is not being fulfilled. Growth positions you to know God more deeply because higher dimensions require higher maturity. 1.3 Stagnation leads to misinterpretation When God stops dealing with you at a level you refuse to grow from, you misinterpret others who have grown. You may think someone operating at a higher level is using the wrong spirit simply because you are not familiar with that level. Remaining stagnant creates confusion and false conclusions. 1.4 Growth reveals God God wants you to know His mind, His ways, and His dealings. You cannot know these things without going through levels. Excelling is the pathway into deeper knowledge of God. 2. The Mindset Required for Excelling 2.1 Athletes as an example Those who work in sports often understand excellence more than many believers because their entire life requires discipline. They have coaches because they know they cannot become great alone. They lose and win publicly but stay focused. They develop discipline whether watched or not. 2.2 Many believers lack this awareness God is always watching, yet believers act as if no one sees them. Angels are watching. The cloud of witnesses is watching. But people behave differently in public than privately. 2.3 Pretending vs. walking with God Many appear spiritual outwardly but inwardly are not aligned. This prevents growth because excellence requires honesty, discipline, and consistency. 2.4 Calling requires focus Jesus did not live like other children because He was on a mission. Moses did not spend time like everyone else because he was on a mission. Anyone who wants to excel must protect their focus. 3. Calling, Purpose, and Responsibility 3.1 Calling is not based on need A calling is not something you do because you needed something from God. It is your purpose. Failing to fulfill purpose leads to loss, even if you received Jesus. 3.2 The parable of the talents The servant who kept the talent without multiplying it was called wicked. He did not destroy it; he simply did nothing. Even what he had was taken, and he was cast out. Productivity is necessary for fulfilling one’s calling. 3.3 God expects fruitfulness Jesus said branches that do not produce fruit are cut off. God loves productivity; He does not accept a life without fruit. 3.4 Work ethic and Christian life Your Christian walk is not separate from your earthly work ethic. “Do everything as unto the Lord” means your effort everywhere reflects your walk with God. People who complain about their jobs often have deeper spiritual issues. 4. Purpose and Mortality 4.1 People misunderstand death Many asked why certain tragedies happen. People die every day. Death itself is not unusual; what matters is purpose. 4.2 Purpose determines lifespan Some complete everything early. Some know inwardly that their time is short. People often sense when their departure is near. 4.3 Heaven’s perspective God does not see death the way people see it. Babies who pass away sometimes fulfilled their entire purpose simply by being born. This world is not our home. By 2100, most living now will be gone; yet God’s purposes continue. 4.4 Purpose gives urgency People without purpose try to cling to earth because they have nothing they are pursuing. Those with purpose look forward to completing it. Tomorrow is not promised; obedience is required now. 5. The First Enemy of Excellence: Comparison 5.1 Why comparison destroys calling Looking at others means you stop focusing on what God gave you. The moment you shift focus, what is in your hands begins to suffer. You cannot eat your own food while watching someone else’s plate. Calling suffers when attention is divided. 5.2 What lack of focus produces Neglect Misalignment Frustration Delay Stagnation 5.3 Focus requires boundaries Anything that interrupts the work of God in your life must be removed. This is not personal; it is purpose-driven. If something derails your calling, it cannot remain. 5.4 Focus as personal commitment Excellence requires full attention. Dividing focus weakens results spiritually and naturally. Focus must be protected intentionally. 6. Understanding Your Message 6.1 Every servant has a message All use the same Scripture, but each sees through the lens of their calling. Identity shapes how the Word is perceived and communicated. 6.2 Example from Scripture Luke wrote with a physician’s detail. Matthew wrote with firsthand experience as a tax collector. Their perspectives differed because of their backgrounds and callings. 6.3 Influence must come from within True servants of God are influenced by the Spirit within, not trends outside. Those who imitate styles or trends distort their own message. 6.4 Listening to too many voices creates confusion Spiritual growth requires clarity of message. People who listen to many teachers with conflicting doctrines scatter their spiritual identity. 6.5 Office determines revelation Shepherds, prophets, teachers, evangelists—all see differently. A person cannot teach what is outside their office. Message flows from calling. 7. Work Ethic: Spiritual and Physical 7.1 Spiritual work ethic A person called by God must pray. You cannot work for someone whose mind you do not know. Prayer is the foundation of sensitivity to God. 7.2 Physical work ethic The same discipline used spiritually must exist physically. Punctuality, diligence, and commitment matter to God. 7.3 Focus and presence The human brain was not designed to multitask. Dividing attention reduces effectiveness. Excellence requires full engagement in whatever is being done. 7.4 Consistency Work ethic means things are done when needed, not delayed. Obedience must be immediate when God instructs. Scripture References John 15:1–6 — “I am the vine… every branch that does not bear fruit is cut off.” Matthew 25:14–30 — Parable of the talents Hebrews 12:1 — A great cloud of witnesses Prayers Father, thank You for entrusting purpose into our hands. Strengthen our focus, deepen our discipline, and align our hearts with what You desire. Teach us to grow, to listen, and to respond quickly to Your leading. May our lives bear fruit that honors You and blesses others. Amen. Golden Nuggets “Excelling means surpassing yourself again and again.” “Anything God gives must multiply.” “You cannot grow if you are not focused.” “Purpose must outweigh environment.” “Comparison kills calling.” “Your office determines your revelation.” “Prayer is work.” “No character, no God.”

Understanding the hidden sequence God designed for your life. There are moments in our walk with God when clarity becomes a gift. This sermon helps us see the divine order that shapes our lives — the identity God gave us before we were born, the assignments He places along our journey, and the destiny He leads us into. By understanding the sequence between purpose, calling, and destiny, we learn not only how God positions us, but how we can respond with wisdom, faith, and alignment. This study note is based on the sermon “Purpose + Calling + Destiny”  by Prophet Lovy Elias , delivered at Revelation Church LA. The original teaching can be found here: Study Notes 1. The Importance of Knowing God’s Will Many believers ask questions like: “Am I doing the right thing? Am I in the right posture? Am I going in the right direction? Am I outside of God’s will or inside God’s will? Why is it taking so long if it’s God’s will?” There are many questions that surround purpose, calling, and destiny. These questions matter because what makes a life successful is knowing what God wants from you. Every minute, 118 people die worldwide. In one hour, over 7,000 people die. Yet the majority of these people have not heard the gospel. This shows the urgency of knowing what God wants you to do. When God anoints someone and gives them an assignment, if they refuse to do it, the blood of the lost will be required of them. People often ask for prayer for “ministry growth,” but no one in Scripture prayed for their ministry to grow. The difference between the men of Scripture and many today is that many are self-appointed, but very few are appointed by God. When you know what God wants you to do, you do not pray for growth — the assignment itself brings the growth. 2. The Confusion Between Purpose, Calling, and Destiny Many people are confused about purpose, calling, and destiny. People come asking, “What is my calling?” but very few ask, “What is my purpose?” People focus on calling, yet calling is the means to your purpose. Calling is the expression of your purpose. Calling is not the end result. Calling is what makes your purpose come alive and prepares you to enter your destiny. Purpose answers the question: Why were you created? It deals with the reason God created you in the first place. Anyone who does not know their purpose will pray incorrectly, because their prayer life will revolve around things outside of why they were created. 3. Purpose: The Reason You Were Created Purpose is why God created you. Purpose existed before you were formed in your mother’s womb. Purpose cannot be changed because it is tied to identity. Your purpose is the “why” behind your creation, and it determines everything else in your spiritual journey. Purpose must be discovered before calling can be understood. Calling flows out of purpose — not the other way around. 4. Calling: The Expression of Purpose Calling is the expression or manifestation of your purpose. Calling is not the destination; it is the function that allows you to walk in your God-given identity. Calling allows your purpose to become active. Your calling can change, expand, or shift depending on your season, your spiritual growth, and your obedience. Calling is connected to your assignments, not your identity. You may have multiple callings in your lifetime, but your purpose remains the same. Comparison Table Concept What It Is Can It Change? When It Starts Scriptural Alignment Prophet Lovy’s Explanation Purpose Your identity in God; who you are ❌ No Before you were born Jeremiah 1:5 “Purpose is who God designed you to be before time.” Calling Your assignment; what God entrusts you to do ✔ Yes When you mature spiritually Ephesians 4:1 “Callings change according to seasons and maturity.” Destiny The outcome; the visible manifestation ❌ No (but depends on alignment) After obedience and growth Romans 8:28–30 “Destiny unfolds when purpose aligns with calling.” 5. Destiny: The Destination of Alignment Destiny is where your purpose and calling converge. Destiny is the unfolding of what heaven already knows about you. Destiny is not random; it is revealed as you walk in obedience to God’s instructions. Destiny is not something you start with. Destiny is something you grow into. When you walk in purpose, calling reveals itself. When you walk in calling, destiny manifests. 6. Why Many Believers Miss Their Calling A person can miss a calling but cannot miss their purpose. Purpose is too deeply rooted in who God created you to be. People miss callings because: They misunderstand purpose They pursue assignments without identity They chase impact instead of transformation They enter into positions God did not give them They move according to ambition instead of revelation When someone engages in an assignment they were not given, they will feel spiritually drained. Misalignment creates spiritual fatigue; alignment creates spiritual momentum. 7. The Enemy Attacks Purpose Before Calling The enemy fights purpose because if he can confuse your identity, he can disrupt every assignment attached to it. This is why attacks often come: In childhood In family foundations Through insecurity, rejection, or comparison Through environments that suppress identity If your identity is compromised, every calling connected to it becomes unstable. 8. Seasons of Silence and Divine Preparation There are seasons when God appears silent, but silence is not absence. God uses silent seasons to protect purpose, mature character, and strengthen spiritual identity. In these seasons: God separates you from distractions God resets your heart God exposes impurities God prepares you for new assignments Silence is often a sign that God is shaping your identity before He unveils your next calling. 9. Purpose, Calling, and Destiny — Final Distinction Purpose  is who you are Calling  is what God assigns you to do Destiny  is the result of obeying God in your calling Purpose → Calling → Destiny This is the divine order. Destiny is not a mystery. Destiny is the evidence of obedience. Destiny is what heaven already saw — and what you grow into by alignment, submission, and consistency. Scripture References Jeremiah 1:5 (KJV) “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.” Referenced (not full-quote) in sermon: Romans 8:28–30 Ephesians 4:1 Proverbs 19:21 Psalm 37:23 2 Timothy 1:9 Matthew 25:21 Genesis 12 Isaiah 46:10 Prayer Instruction: “Lift your right hand to the Lord. Open your heart and receive from God.” Prayer: Father, in the name of Jesus, I thank You for every person under the sound of my voice. I ask You, Lord, to bring clarity concerning their purpose, their calling, and their destiny. Remove every confusion, every voice that is not Yours, and every influence that has tried to distract them from the path You have prepared. Open their understanding. Open their spirit. Let them walk in the identity You gave them before the foundation of the world. Let Your calling become clear, and let them step into their destiny with boldness and obedience. Father, align their steps. Order their way. Surround them with the right people, the right opportunities, and the right environment to grow. Let Your peace rest upon them and let every attack of the enemy be canceled in the mighty name of Jesus. Today, let there be divine acceleration. Let there be clarity. Let there be restoration. From this day forward, let them see the hand of God directing their life. In Jesus’ name, amen. Golden Nuggets “Purpose is who you are; calling is what God sends you to do.” “Purpose does not change. Calling can change. Destiny manifests.” “Your purpose existed before your mother and father ever met.” “The calling is seasonal. When you mature, God gives you another assignment.” “Destiny is the unfolding of what heaven already knows about you.” “You can lose a calling, but you cannot lose your purpose.” “Many people are frustrated because they are pursuing destiny without establishing purpose.” “When you walk in purpose, calling reveals itself. When you walk in calling, destiny manifests.” “You can never be fulfilled doing something God never called you to do.” “God’s process is simple: purpose → calling → destiny.” “Misalignment creates spiritual fatigue. Alignment creates spiritual momentum.” “Calling is discovered, not chosen.” “Destiny is not a mystery; it is the evidence of obedience.” “Grace flows in the direction of purpose.”