MESSAGE SUMMARY
We’re not fighting for victory—Jesus has already won it for us! Our mission is to occupy the promises He secured through His death and resurrection. Though resistance will come, we fight from a place of victory by speaking God’s word and letting His angels fight for us. Every struggle is a sign that God is opening new doors, and the enemy will do everything to stop us from walking through them. Stand in your authority, break the chains, and occupy everything God has promised you!
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
“Occupy” in God’s Kingdom: Believers are called to occupy, or take hold of, everything that Jesus has already won for them, rather than fighting for victory. This involves living in the promises God has made and persevering through resistance.
[Luke 19:13, Roman 16:20]
- How can we shift our mindset from fighting for victory to fighting from a place of victory, and what impact does that have on our daily spiritual battles?
- What specific areas/territories of your life do you feel called to occupy, that God has already given you? What obstacles are you encountering in this process?
- How can you practically live out the command to “occupy” until Jesus returns in your daily life, both in your personal faith and in your community?
Spiritual Warfare and Authority: We wrestle not against flesh & blood, but against principalities & spiritual forces. It encourages us to always use God’s word and spiritual authority to break through resistance and advance in life.
[Matthew 28:18-20, Ephesians 6:10-13]
- How can we identify when we’re battling spiritual forces instead of personal conflicts? What steps can we take to protect ourselves spiritually?
- What does it mean to take up your spiritual authority, and how can you actively use God’s Word to fight the unseen battles in your life?
The Power of God’s Word and Speaking It Out: Pastor spoke on the power of speaking God’s word out loud, which draws the attention of the enemy AND releases God’s power to act on behalf of believers. It highlights how using God’s word in prayer and declaration helps to occupy the promises and overcome spiritual opposition.
[Hebrews 4:12]
- How do you interpret the significance of the “witching hour” and spiritual warfare and how can we better discern when we are facing spiritual attacks versus challenges in our own lives?
- How does speaking God’s Word out loud impact your spiritual life and the battles you face?
- What challenges do you face in consistently speaking God’s Word over situations, and how can you overcome those challenges to see breakthrough?
CONCLUSION & CHALLENGE
Personal Challenge: What is one area of your life where you can begin to speak God’s promises with authority, and how might that change the outcome of that situation?
- Track the progress of what you are praying God’s word over in your life.
- Identify area(s) of your life where you’ve been passive or feeling defeated.
- Actively speak God’s promises over it daily.
- Reflect on your progress at the end of the week.
Group Challenge: Share testimonies with each other of how God’s word is bringing breakthrough in your lives!
Commit to using your authority in Christ to push through resistance!
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