Do I Need To Be Silent in the Face of Adversity? Texts: Matthew 11:12, 2 Corinthians 4:13, Exodus 14:13–15, Psalm 18:37 INTRODUCTION Adversity is a universal experience. Every believer will face moments where pressure tries to silence their faith, intimidate their identity, and shrink their confidence. The devil’s strategy is simple: silence their voice, paralyze their actions, and weaken their persistence. But Scripture never teaches believers to bow in adversity. Instead, it calls them to speak, to stand, to move, and to fight spiritual battles with holy aggression. This message examines why silence is dangerous and how spiritual violence becomes the believer’s posture for victory. OUTLINE 1: Silence in Adversity Is Dangerous Adversity always carries a message. It speaks fear, defeat, delay, confusion, and discouragement. If a believer stays silent in that moment, their silence becomes agreement. David understood this. When surrounded by threats, he didn’t thin...
Building Character Before Platform Text: 1 Samuel 16:6–13; Luke 16:10 “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.” — Luke 16:10 Introduction Everyone wants to be seen, heard, and celebrated, but God wants us to be formed before being famous . Many desire the platform — the pulpit, the stage, the position — but few embrace the process that shapes their character. God’s pattern has never changed: preparation before promotion . You don’t build a skyscraper on weak soil; likewise, God won’t build greatness on a weak character. 1. What is Character? Character is the sum total of your moral strength and inner values . It’s who you are when no one is watching. Reputation is what people think about you, Character is what God knows about you. 👉 Examples: Joseph maintained integrity in Potiphar’s house. Daniel kept purity in Babylon. David stayed humble in the wilderness. 2. The Platform exposes Character The...