Elevation with Steven Furtick

Do your prayers feel unanswered? Discover the truth: God hears you, even in the lows. Steven mixes personal stories with scripture, explaining the importance of finding God's presence during struggles. He emphasizes that both peaks and valleys are essential for spiritual life. Learn how God's answers often come in the form of His presence rather than problem removal. The journey of faith includes recognizing that Jesus is always near, guiding us through every season. Reassurance awaits for those feeling distant from their faith.

Pastor Steven explores three key truths to remember during tough times. He emphasizes recalling God's past miracles to reshape our perspective. Jesus' responses in Matthew demonstrate the power of God’s words over temptation. With a focus on repeating Godly truth, listeners learn to build spiritual resilience. Steven also highlights the importance of identity in overcoming insecurities. Ultimately, he encourages calling on God anytime, assuring that He answers, leading to deliverance and guidance.

Listeners explore the power of overcoming lies like 'It's not enough' and 'You're not loved.' Discover how shifting your mindset can open up new loops of peace and hope. Steven highlights the repetitive nature of these lies, emphasizing the need for divine intervention. He shares how God's gentle whispers can lead to personal transformation. Drawing from scripture, he illustrates how to move from despair to hope, reminding everyone of the strength found in testimony and faith.

What if endurance is the real answer to our prayers for escape? The discussion dives into the daily provision of God, emphasizing that deliverance is often a gradual journey rather than an immediate fix. Exploring the tensions of change, the hosts link ancient stories of manna in the wilderness with our modern struggles. Practical advice is shared for navigating overwhelming seasons, highlighting the importance of daily trust and spiritual sustenance. Ultimately, the message is clear: freedom requires continuous surrender and daily reliance on God.

Jonathan Josephs, a dedicated Ballantyne campus pastor at Elevation Church, dives into the transformative power of spiritual rest. He discusses the signs of spiritual exhaustion, reflecting on his own experiences with burnout in ministry. Josephs emphasizes the importance of silence and solitude as spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. He highlights that true rest is found in a relationship with Jesus, not merely in physical breaks. Listeners are encouraged to seek moments of connection with God in their daily lives.

Feeling overwhelmed by life's storms? Discover how calling on Jesus can turn things around instantly. Learn about the importance of focusing on faith rather than fear, and how small distractions can lead to sinking. Explore the significance of obedience to Jesus' words, even when details are unclear. Steven illustrates how God uses storms to deepen our trust, and reminds us that we're never alone in our struggles. Find out how to let go of destructive thoughts and embrace God's higher ways for true transformation.

The struggle in your mind might indicate that something incredible is brewing in your heart. Discover the power of surrendering your plans to God and how doing so allows for His greater purpose. Explore why we often overthink before acting while realizing that details follow obedience. Hear about David's disappointment in not building the temple and how surrender brings peace. Witness the victory of God's purpose in the story of David and Goliath, culminating in the reminder that God can redeem our mistakes.

Hitting your limits is a cue for a shift in perspective, not a sign of weakness. The battle often rages in your mind, especially when you're pursuing what matters most. Exploring Psalm 13, the discussion highlights the struggle of feeling forgotten and encourages out-singing your troubles. Personal stories illustrate how everyone faces emotional walls, and combating negative thought loops can lead to spiritual breakthroughs. Ultimately, maintaining a song of trust can outlast any struggle, turning your battles into moments of praise.

Despair can feel permanent, but shifting your thoughts may change everything. The discussion reveals how entrenched expectations can block spiritual growth. Biblical insights highlight the struggle between feeling abandoned and remembering God's past help. By distinguishing between temporary distress and harmful despair, the focus is on finding hope again. The psalmist's journey from lament to remembrance is emphasized as a key transformation. Remembering divine interventions can reframe current challenges and unlock new perspectives.

God created us to look like a reflection of His love, but many of us still wrestle with a history that contaminates that image. When we cope with facades, we miss out on the freedom God has for us. Bishop T.D. Jakes teaches us how to have the courage it takes for real transformation. If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr Scripture References: Romans 12, verses 1-2 Luke 15, verses 16-20 Philippians 4, verses 12-13