Returning to Intimacy

Category: Spiritual Category

  • Stay Humble

    “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” — Matthew 5:5

    Meekness isn’t weakness. It’s strength wrapped in humility, submitted to the will of the Father. It’s choosing mercy when you could demand justice. It’s choosing to listen rather than lash out. It’s knowing your authority in Christ, but choosing to let love lead.

    In a world that rewards pride, power, and self-promotion, Jesus turns the tables. He says the meek will inherit the earth. Not the loudest. Not the most aggressive. Not the ones who step on others to rise. But those who walk in quiet strength, surrendered hearts, and a posture of grace.

    Pride in our culture has been glamorized. It’s worn as a badge of honor. “Be proud, be loud, take what’s yours.” But when pride becomes a weapon to belittle, shame, or dominate others, it steps outside of God’s heart. Jesus never used His power to elevate Himself. He used it to serve.

    What does Jesus say about pride that wounds?
    He warns us consistently:

    “Those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted” (Matthew 23:12).

    “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6).

    “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart” (Matthew 11:29).

    When we operate from a place of pride, we shut out the very people Jesus came to love. We start building kingdoms of self instead of building His Kingdom. And when pride drives us to hurt others, we’ve stepped out of His example entirely.

    But meekness… oh, what power lies there.
    Meekness is the mother who forgives, the leader who listens, the friend who serves, the believer who waits on God’s timing instead of forcing open doors. Meekness walks in peace even in the storm.

    Let’s be those who turn away from the pride of this age and walk in the meekness of Christ. Let’s use our words to heal, not harm. Let our influence point to Jesus, not ourselves. And may our lives be living proof that humility is still holy.

    Prayer:
    Jesus, help us walk in true meekness today, not as those who are timid, but as those who are strong in You. Strip away the pride that causes division, and let us be vessels of Your peace and love. Teach us to reflect You in all things, with hearts that are humble, voices that are kind, and spirits that are willing to serve. We surrender our strength into Your hands. In Your precious name. Amen.

  • Turning The Battle At The Gate

    Scripture Focus: Isaiah 28:5-6 (KJV)
    “In that day shall the Lord of hosts be for a crown of glory, and for a diadem of beauty, unto the residue of his people, And for a spirit of judgment to him that sitteth in judgment, and for strength to them that turn the battle to the gate.”

    My family has been attacked on so many levels, and we may not be able to rewrite our past, but we can choose today to write a new beginning. God never asked us to relive what has already been covered by the blood, He called us to rise, redeem the time, and turn the battle at the gate. The “gate” represents authority, decisions, and legacy. This is where the battle rages, in the bloodline, in the family, in our mind, in the places of generational pain or promise.

    This is the year we stop running and start confronting the enemy on his level, not in fear, but in faith. It’s time to set the standard again, God’s standard. For how can we lead correctly if we are not seeing clearly? As Proverbs 29:18 reminds us, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” We must see as God sees.

    God is not intimidated by our lack, He blesses what’s left. “Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace” (Romans 11:5). He always preserves a remnant. If you’re still here, you’re still part of His plan. His power is perfected not in your strength but in your surrender (2 Corinthians 12:9).

    But here’s the truth: We cannot claim God as our source of strength and simultaneously reject the source of His standard. We are not just survivors, we are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation (1 Peter 2:9). That calling comes with a consecration. The heart must remain clean. The soul must stay anchored. We must keep our heart healthy in God alone.

    Let the battle begin, not in the flesh, but in the Spirit. Not in chaos, but in the confidence that our God fights for us.

    Heavenly Father,
    Thank You for the grace to begin again. We may not be able to change what was, but we surrender today into Your hands as a holy offering. Lord, help us to see clearly, to lead righteously, and to turn the battle at the gate. Strengthen us to confront the enemy not with fear, but with the authority of the blood of Jesus.

    Make us part of the remnant that chooses You above all. Cleanse our heart. Align our vision. Let Your standard be our anchor and Your presence be our portion no matter what it looks like. We declare that our family, our mind, our destiny will no longer be left open to the enemy’s plans. We stand at the gate and say: no more! In Jesus’ name, amen.

  • A Now Word for a Now Season

    My Pastor shared some powerful nuggets of truth that stirred my spirit, and I believe they are urgently needed for the times we’re living in. This is not just a word for a moment; it’s a call to posture our hearts rightly before the Lord.

    “With this the words of the prophets agree, just as it is written: ‘After this I will return, and I will rebuild the tent of David that has fallen… that the remnant of mankind may seek the Lord…’”
    — Acts 15:15–17 (ESV)

    There is a sound rising in the Spirit, a call not for tomorrow, not for “one day,” but for right now: Seek the Lord!

    We are in a time much like the days of Antioch, where the presence of God is breaking out beyond what’s familiar, and those with ears to hear must respond without delay. The Tabernacle of David is being restored, a dwelling built not on systems, but on worship, prayer, and the nearness of God. He is calling us to rebuild what’s fallen so His presence can rest among us.

    Let us not be a people always saying, “One day I’ll press in… one day I’ll obey.”
    That kind of delay can cause us to miss what God is doing when He is doing it.

    Like King Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26:5, as long as he sought the Lord, God made him prosper. But verse 16 warns us, when pride creeps in, and seeking stops, downfall begins. The blessing is not just in the seeking, but in staying there, dependent, surrendered, and humble.

    God is saying, “Build Me a house of prayer!” Not just a building, but a people. A place where His name is lifted up and His heart is made known. A people who remember the poor, who lead with integrity, who pray into the harvest.

    This is not just about revival services, it’s about revival living. Hearts awakened. Leaders purified. The poor embraced. The harvest gathered. A holy people saying “yes” to His presence, and refusing to wait for a better time.

    So today, seek the Lord while He may be found. Don’t miss what He’s doing. The Tabernacle is being rebuilt, the invitation is open, and His Spirit is moving now.

    Father,
    In a world full of distractions and delays, we pause to say, we need You. Not someday, not when it’s convenient, but right now. Stir our hearts again to seek You while You may be found. We don’t want to miss You in this moment.

    We confess that we’ve made plans, chased dreams, and waited for a “better time”, but today, we say: You are our priority. You are the One our hearts were made for.

    Lord, rebuild in us the Tabernacle of David, a heart of worship, a life of prayer, a place where Your presence dwells. Make us a house of prayer. Let every room in our heart be filled with You.

    Teach us to seek You like King Uzziah once did, knowing that as long as he sought the Lord, You caused him to prosper (2 Chronicles 26:5). And Father, keep us humble, so that pride never causes us to forget the One who gave it all.

    Give us Your burden for the poor, Your strategy for the harvest, and Your heart for godly leadership. Let what matters to You become what moves us. We don’t just want revival in a room, we want revival in our soul.

    Holy Spirit, wake us up from spiritual slumber. Help us stop saying “one day” and start saying “yes today.” Let seeking You not just be an action, but the very rhythm of our lives.

    We are Your people. Come dwell among us. Come lead us. Come change us.
    We seek You, Lord, with all our hearts. And we will not stop until we find You in the fullness of who You are.

    In Jesus’ name,
    Amen.

  • The Good News

    The Good News of Jesus Christ

    The Good News, the Gospel, is this: God loved the world so much that He made a way for us to be restored back to Him through His Son, Jesus Christ (John 3:16). Though we were separated by sin, Jesus came, fully God and fully man, to live the life we couldn’t live, and to die the death we deserved. On the cross, He bore our sin, our shame, and our punishment.

    But the grave could not hold Him. Three days later, He rose again, conquering death, hell, and the grave. His resurrection means we’re not just forgiven, we’re made new (2 Corinthians 5:17). We don’t have to clean ourselves up to come to Him. He says, “Come as you are.” His love draws us, His grace changes us, and His Spirit empowers us to live in freedom and victory.

    This Gospel isn’t just about going to heaven, it’s about heaven coming into us now. It’s about living with purpose, hope, and the power of God here on earth. We are no longer slaves to fear, sin, or shame, we are sons and daughters of the Most High God.

    And this invitation is for everyone, no matter your past, your pain, or how far you’ve wandered. The Good Shepherd leaves the 99 to find the one (Luke 15). He’s not mad at you, He’s madly in love with you.

    So if you’re reading this, know this truth: Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6), and yet all are welcome through Him.

  • “We Are All Strangers Here”

    What God Requires of Us Toward the Foreigner and Stranger

    From the beginning, God has reminded His people that we are all strangers here. Abraham, the father of faith, was a sojourner in a land not his own. Joseph served in Egypt, far from his family. Ruth crossed borders into Israel to find hope. Even Jesus left His heavenly home to walk among us as a man, and for a season, lived as a refugee in Egypt.

    Spiritually, we are all foreigners, passing through this world toward an eternal Kingdom not made by human hands (Hebrews 11:13). No matter where we were born, the ground we stand on ultimately belongs to the Lord.

    Even the lands we call home were once home to others. Before settlers arrived on these shores, Native American tribes walked this land, cared for it, and honored its rhythms. Every nation, every person, has a history of movement, migration, and change. In that way, we are all part of the immigrant story.

    Because of this truth, God has made His command clear:

    “The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born. Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt.” (Leviticus 19:34)

    This is not a suggestion. It is not simply a political opinion or cultural preference. It is what God requires of us. When we see the immigrant, the stranger, or the foreigner among us, God calls us to remember our own spiritual wandering and to respond with mercy, compassion, and justice.

    But how do we hold this truth alongside the need for order and law?

    Romans 13 reminds us that civil governments are established by God to keep peace, enforce laws, and protect society. Nations have the God-given right and responsibility to secure borders and ensure safety for their people. Yet Micah 6:8 still speaks clearly:

    “What does the Lord require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”

    Justice without mercy becomes harsh and cold. Mercy without justice becomes chaos.
    God calls His people to walk in both, upholding what is right while showing compassion to those who seek refuge, safety, and hope. This balance is not easy, but it is the way of God’s heart.

    A Challenge for the Heart:

    Guard your heart as you guard your borders.
    Pray for your leaders but also pray for the strangers at your nation’s gates.
    Defend law and order, but do not forsake mercy and compassion. For in God’s eyes, we are all immigrants, strangers in this land, waiting for our true home.

    Heavenly Father, remind me that this world is not my permanent home. Keep my heart tender toward the stranger, the foreigner, and the one who seeks refuge. Teach me to walk humbly, to act justly, and to love mercy as You have commanded. May I never forget that I, too, am a sojourner on this earth. Shape my words, my actions, and my prayers to reflect Your heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

  • God Will Fight For You!

    (Isaiah 37, 2 Chronicles 32, and Isaiah 59:19)

    There’s something powerful that happens when God’s people choose to trust Him under pressure. King Hezekiah faced a terrifying situation, Assyria’s King Sennacherib, known for destroying nations and mocking their gods, had surrounded Judah. He sent threats, propaganda, and fear through letters and messengers. He mocked the Living God, saying, “What makes you think your God can save you from my hand? None of the other gods could.”

    But Hezekiah didn’t panic. He didn’t let fear decide his response. He took the letter from Sennacherib, went into the house of the Lord, and spread it out before God (Isaiah 37:14). What a picture of surrender and faith. Hezekiah didn’t strategize first in his war room, he went to God’s presence first.

    There, he prayed a simple yet powerful prayer:
    “O Lord of hosts, God of Israel… You alone are God of all the kingdoms of the earth. You have made heaven and earth. Incline Your ear, O Lord, and hear… save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone are the Lord.” (Isaiah 37:16-20)

    And God responded.

    Through the prophet Isaiah, the Lord sent a word:
    “He shall not come into this city… For I will defend this city to save it, for My own sake and for My servant David’s sake.” (Isaiah 37:33–35)

    That very night, the Angel of the Lord struck down 185,000 Assyrian soldiers (Isaiah 37:36). Without a single arrow fired by Judah, God fought the battle.

    Hezekiah’s strategy wasn’t military, it was faith and obedience. He humbled himself. He built up the walls and fortified the city (2 Chronicles 32:5), but more importantly, he encouraged the people saying, “Be strong and courageous… with us is the Lord our God to help us and to fight our battles.” (2 Chronicles 32:7–8)

    When Sennacherib came in like a flood, God truly raised up a standard against him. The battle belonged to the Lord.

    Reflection:
    What threats or voices are trying to intimidate you right now? Is the enemy mocking your trust in God? Follow Hezekiah’s lead, take the letter, the situation, the fear, and lay it before the Lord. Strengthen what you can in the natural, but put your faith in the supernatural. Let God give you the strategy. Sometimes the strategy is surrender.

    Father, when the enemy surrounds me and fear tries to rise, help me remember what You did for Hezekiah. Teach me to run to You first. I lay my situation before You today. Speak, O God. Defend what belongs to You. Be glorified in my battle. In Jesus’ name, amen.

  • The Way The Truth And The Life

    In a world where truth feels distorted and identity is constantly challenged, these are nuggets of truth I gained in the teachings from Pastor Matt. He reminded us of the timeless words Jesus spoke in John 14:1-7. These words are more than comfort, they are the compass for how we raise our children and anchor our homes.

    Truth is not just a principle, it is a person. Jesus. And in a culture where children are told their worth is based on how they look, what they achieve, or how others perceive them, we are called to speak a better word. A holy word. One that says: You are chosen, beloved, called, and kept. Our children must hear these truths from us, daily and consistently. As Philippians 4:9 reminds us, “Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me, put it into practice.” Our lives are the loudest sermons our children will ever hear.

    Pastor Matt also shared the beauty of play, which reflects the delight of the Father. Zechariah 8:5 paints a prophetic picture: “The streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls playing there.” Joy is sacred. When we play with our children, we aren’t just bonding, we are revealing something about the heart of God. When they see us pray, forgive, worship, and love freely, they begin to understand who the Father is. This is discipleship in its truest, most tender form.

    There is something holy about turning the routine into revival. Daily life doesn’t need to be escaped to find God, it can be where He meets us. In the car rides, bedtime routines, shared laughter, and even in the tears, these are the moments where altars can be built. As 2 Corinthians 4:16 says, “Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” Renewal happens in the ordinary when we invite Him into it.

    We do not need to be perfect parents. We just need to be present. “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1). That is the legacy we leave: not flawless lives, but faithful ones. When we live honestly and humbly before God, our children learn to do the same.

    So, may we anchor their hearts in the Truth, Jesus. Walk with them in the Way, His example. And breathe into them the Life, revival in the every day. This is the sacred invitation Pastor Matt called us into. One moment at a time, one day at a time, building a family that seeks the face of God together.

  • A Father’s Heart

    ❤️A Father’s Day Weekend Tribute: Honoring the Men God Called to Lead ❤️

    To all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, spiritual fathers, and father figures, this Father’s Day weekend, we honor you.
    Not because you’re perfect, but because you are chosen.

    You were created by God, not just to be a man, but to be a covering, a protector, a provider, and a reflection of the Father’s heart. God called you to lead with strength wrapped in humility, with wisdom laced with compassion, and with hands that work while hearts stay tender.

    We recognize that fathers haven’t always been celebrated as they should.
    Too often, the weight of broken homes, absent examples, or unhealed wounds has clouded the beauty of this sacred role.
    And yes, in many homes, mothers have carried much of the load. But this truth does not erase another: you were still called by God.

    You are the head, not to control, but to cover.
    You are a shepherd, not to scatter, but to gather.
    You are a gatekeeper, not to abandon, but to guard what is holy. As it is written:
    “The righteous man walks in his integrity; his children are blessed after him.” Proverbs 20:7

    To the fathers who have stood faithful, thank you. Your presence has power.Your labor has legacy.Your sacrifices speak louder than applause. You are deeply appreciated.

    To the fathers who feel they’ve fallen short, there is grace for your growth. There is redemption for your regrets. There is hope for your healing. Come higher, not in shame, but in sonship. The arms of your Heavenly Father are open wide to guide, restore, and strengthen you for what still lies ahead. “As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.” — Psalm 103:13

    This weekend, we honor you, not just for what you do, but for who you are in the eyes of your Creator.

    Abba Father,
    Thank You for every man You’ve placed in the role of a father. This Father’s Day weekend, we ask You to bless them in ways only You can. Renew their strength. Refresh their spirit. Restore their joy. Heal the ones who carry silent pain. Encourage the ones who are doing their best.

    Raise up a generation of fathers who walk in righteousness, who love without fear, and who lead by example. And for those who never had a father to show them how, be the Father they never had. Let Your grace fill every gap and Your love overflow every life. We speak blessing, honor, and peace over them. In Jesus’ powerful name, Amen.

    Happy Father’s Day Weekend.
    You are loved.
    You are needed.
    You are called.
    And by God’s grace, you are becoming the father this world needs and heaven celebrates.

  • The Justice of God

    Prayer of Justice for the Nations

    Righteous Father, Ancient of Days,

    We come before Your eternal throne this morning, with groanings too deep for words. The cries of the oppressed have reached heaven. The blood of the innocent, the tears of the poor, the anguish of those crushed by corrupt systems cry out for justice.

    Stretch forth Your mighty hand, O God of justice and truth. Tear down thrones built on lies, expose every hidden agenda, and unravel every web of deception. Let every government that resists Your righteousness be shaken to its foundations.

    Let Your Spirit arise across the nations! Let the Davidic Church rise with boldness and compassion, those who love mercy, do justice, and walk humbly with their God. Raise up leaders who tremble at Your Word more than at man’s opinion. Raise up prophets who fear no king but kneel before Yours.

    We speak justice over
    the oppressed widows and orphans, the persecuted church, the imprisoned without cause, the voiceless whose dignity has been stolen.

    We declare Psalm 89:14 over every nation:
    “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; mercy and truth go before Your face.”

    Let mercy triumph over judgment, and let judgment fall on systems of wickedness.

    We loose angels to go forth and carry out Your decrees. We call for righteous reformers to be seated in places of influence, those who refuse to bow to Baal but will dance before the Ark like David.

    Let revival be birthed in boardrooms, prisons, palaces, and war-torn villages. Let the kingdoms of this world become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ!

    Even so, come, Lord Jesus. Establish Your justice. Usher in Your reign.

    In the matchless name of Jesus,
    Amen and amen.

  • Where Majesty Meets Mercy

    “Heaven is not reacting. Heaven is ruling.” — Revelation 4:5

    This week at Evening Prayer, Pastor Oscar stirred our hearts with some powerful reminders, paraphrased in parts: God is not in panic over the state of the world. He is firmly enthroned, reigning with unmatched power, perfect justice, and eternal glory. From His throne comes lightning and thunder, echoing His majesty, and all of heaven responds in reverent awe. Choosing Jesus wasn’t just a step toward peace, it was taking a stand in an ongoing war between kingdoms. But take heart, the outcome has already been settled. The verdict is in. Dominion belongs to our King, and we belong to Him.

    Jesus told us in Matthew 24 and 25 that the gospel of the Kingdom must be preached to all nations. Yes, we’re feeling the pains of this earth, but they are only signs pointing to the return of the King. Pastor Oscar, who has such a passionate heart for God, reminded us that God is not surprised by any of this. He’s sovereign. He’s ruling. And He’s calling us to reorient our thinking to that reality.

    Worship, as Jesus shared in John 4, is not confined to a place, it’s a response to who He is. And when we truly behold Him, we become like Him. Pastor Oscar reminded us that awe must never leave our hearts. Psalm 104 and Ezekiel 1 paint a picture of a God so beautiful, so powerful, so holy, that the creatures around His throne cry “Holy!” without ever getting tired. We must never lose our wonder.

    And in these days of deception and spiritual pressure, Daniel 11 assures us: “The people who know their God will be strong and do great exploits.” This is our time, not to shrink back, but to rise in boldness and intimacy with our King.

    Let the eyes of your heart be opened. Step through the open door of heaven and fix your eyes on the One who defines all reality. God is not reacting, He is reigning. And you are on the winning side.

    Lord, open our eyes to see You as You truly are, majestic, ruling, and holy. Let us not be swayed by the noise of the world. Fill us with wonder. Let heaven’s reality anchor our hearts and shape our worship. Reign in us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.