Introduction To Strongholds Mission
3,754 viewsWhatever the source of stronghold – you have a choice (you always have a choice) – harden yourself to the message or be broken before God and turn from the sin.Don’t protect the sin by keeping it in a dark corner.onTRANSFORMATIONSDungeons and DragonsAre you familiar with the fantasy game called “Dungeons and Dragons?” It became very popular for a time in the late 70’s and early 80’s. It’s been controversial from the beginning with many people claiming that it encourages behavior that can become veryScripture:Denomination:. 26,019 viewsToday we are going to talk about the negative strongholds that are in our lives. For some of you this might be an uncomfortable topic and for others you may be ready to hear this message, and hopefully you are all ready to tear down strongholds in your liToday we are going to talk about the negative strongholds that are in our lives. For some of you this might be an uncomfortable topic and for others you may be ready to hear this message, and hopefully you are all ready to tear down strongholds in your life that have been hindering you from growingScripture:Denomination:. 11,546 viewsNot everything is a demon. Today we will look at strongholds in the life of the believer.
Introduction To Strongholds Mission
Jul 19, 2016 How do you complete the Intro to stronghold mission if you already have the max # of strongholds already? I tried deactivating one and repurchasing, but didn't work. Never mind figured it out on my own The trick to this is very simply. Assign the stronghold ownership to the new toon. You don't have to sell it and buy it back and even if you do.
Placed there by the flesh (a different enemy of the Spirit) and they need to be torn down and replaced.IntroductionRepeat after me: not everything is a demon. Last week we spent some time learning about whom satan is and how he attacks. We remember:satan is a created being who started as an archangel and fell due to his pride.He is limited in his power.
He is powerful but not all powerful.Scripture:Denomination:. 17,702 viewsThe apostle Paul defines strongholds as speculations or lofty things raised upagainst the knowledge of God. It is any type of thinking that exalts itself abovethe knowledge of God, thereby giving the devil a secure place of influence in anindividualRomans 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.In this message I would like to talk about how you can pull down the strongholds that Satan has built in your lives. I would also like to talk about theScripture:Denomination:.
“I’ve had too many abortions, Sydna,” the caller outlined. “God simply cannot forgive me.”My response is always the same when someone shares this perspective – There is no sin that God cannot forgive – even abortion. The problem may be you don’t forgive yourself and may need some help.The myth that God cannot forgive is an example of an abortion stronghold. A stronghold is defined as any type of thinking that is contrary to the word of God.In Paul outlines our overall mission of abortion recovery in shattering abortion strongholds – We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.There are many other false abortion strongholds in unhealed hearts. These include:Stronghold – If I cry over my abortion, I’ll become suicidal!Post-abortive individuals often rely on anger to avoid an emotional release. Few understand that preventing tears from being shed can be more harmful to their heart than crying.discovered that emotional tears release a stress hormone in our bodies. Others studies also suggest that crying stimulates the production of endorphins, our body’s natural pain killer and “feel-good” hormones.In addition to science, God included the book of in the Bible.
Outlines the importance not only of mourning but of asking God for forgiveness after sin. Giving wounded hearts permission to cry and repent of their choice can easily defeat this stronghold.Stronghold – Abortion is a safe and legal choice!Embracing this abortion marketing message seems ludicrous as afterwards one is dead and the other can be incredibly wounded.While I attended church before my abortion, I rarely heard anyone speak against abortion. I reasoned that because it was legal, it was an appropriate choice in my unplanned pregnancy situation. The “safe” part threw me under the bus as I experienced a horrifying surgical procedure without benefit of anesthesia. Later I would encounter infertility and other physical issues that could be associated with my abortion choice.By encouraging discussion of the overall impact of their abortion, individuals can begin to understand that this clearly was not a safe choice to their hearts, even if it was legal.Stronghold – My abortion was the best thing that ever happened to me!A while back, Planned Parenthood, the world’s largest abortion provider, hosted a Twitter campaign using #shoutyourabortion to encourage post-abortive people to record their happiness in choosing abortion. While the campaign did not produce the desired results, it resulted in reinforcing a damaging abortion stronghold.The first emotion after abortion is often relief.
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- How do you complete the Intro to stronghold mission if you already have the max # of strongholds already? I tried deactivating one and repurchasing, but didn't work. Never mind figured it out on my own The trick to this is very simply. Assign the stronghold ownership to the new toon. You don't have to sell it and buy it back and even if you do.
The stress of making the decision is over. The abortion can then be viewed as a stress reliever and be chosen again and again. Sadly, that relief is typically temporary.Positive abortion announcements are often made by those who have yet to live out life and understand the consequences of this choice over time. Listening to this stronghold that declares abortion is good can overwhelm friends and family. They can then categorize the individual as harsh and cruel. Often times, the individual struggles to believe that abortion was the best thing and they must continue to repeat this slogan over and over again, hoping to eventually believe it.In addressing those who believe their abortion was a good choice, ask them to identify the specific ways it improved their lives.
This is a hard list to develop but can be quite revealing and convicting.Stronghold – God will never allow me to become pregnant again!Mixed up with emotional pain is the conclusion that in rejecting God’s gift of life, He may never allow the person to become pregnant again. When I experienced infertility with my husband after abortion, I felt punished by God. My self-loathing over my abortion decision led me to believe the worst possible outcome.
It took all my emotional strength to finally admit to my OB/GYN that I was post-abortive.My doctor gently outlined that the uterine lining was very delicate and is often rendered useless by surgical abortion. This truth verified my infertility was a consequence of my abortion choice and NOT God’s punishment. I never realized that abortion could have negative side effects at a physical and biological level.Due to these and other stronghold beliefs, abortion recovery healing begins with an introduction to the character and nature of God.
Scripture is a balm to the soul that outlines God’s true and loving nature. The path to peace is clearly outlined in – If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.A strong discussion of God’s character of love, along with reading Biblical points on sin, is a remedy that ends false mindsets and shatters strongholds. The hope of healing then can be outlined and a journey to wholeness in Christ begun. This site is packed with information and Scripture to help you break down any stronghold that may exist in your heart, mind and soul.Galatians 5:1 reveals how victorious we can live in His grace – It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.What strongholds have you encountered in your life? Be sure to record these strongholds in your journal to begin the process of removing them from your life.NOTE: Included in each module of this course are healing activities, Scripture reading to draw you close to God and understand His nature at a deeper level, reading assignments and healing devotionals that outline more of how abortion can impact a heart.Be sure to visit these links during each module and read what is contained in the three boxes at the bottom of the module pages.
This will most certainly bring God closer to your heart and deepen your understanding and healing.