Jehovah-Sabaoth (יהוה צְבָאוֹת) means “The Lord of Hosts” or “The Lord of Armies.” This name emphasizes God as the supreme commander of heavenly and earthly forces, fighting on behalf of His people and troubling the troubles that rise against them. The word “Sabaoth” (צְבָאוֹת) refers to a great multitude, an army, or a host of heavenly beings. It is a name that reveals God’s authority over both the spiritual and natural realms—showing that He is not only a protector but a warrior who wages war against forces that oppose His will. In 2 Kings 7:6-7, God sends a sound to Read More
Category: Purpose
Stand Firm, Therefore
Stand firm; therefore, (Ephesians 6:14) is a statement that we need to have at the top of our vocabulary. We need to turn this scripture into a daily affirmation: I am standing firm on the truth of God’s Word and holding my ground, having tightened the wide band of truth (personal integrity, moral courage) around my waist and having put on the breastplate of righteousness (an upright heart). It’s been an interesting week for some of us, and it’s about to get more interesting. It’s time to stand on what we know to be truth (Remember, there are no versions of the truth). What are Read More
Elevate and Dominate In Your New Season
It’s a new year and a new season. Now is the time to start making plans to elevate and dominate in every area of your life (physically, spiritually, emotionally, etc.). To help you start off the year, I am including my Strategic Planning Workbook. Here is a link to download a copy. Remember, you get to start over every 24 hours, so do not move forward into your new season with a spirit of dread. The spirit of dread is a feeling of fear and anxiety that can be subtle and sneak into your thoughts. It can cause you to avoid Read More
The Relationship Between Vision, Decision, and Spiritual Growth
Spiritual growth requires both the clarity of purpose (vision) and the commitment to take actionable steps (decision). The combination of these elements allows us to move forward in our walk with God, deepening our faith and fulfilling His purpose for our lives. Vision in Spiritual Growth Scripture: Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained; But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God]. (Proverbs 29:18) For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you,’ says the Lord, ‘plans for peace and well-being and not for disaster, to give you a future and Read More
Preparation: Wisdom from Noah’s Obedience
Preparation is not wasted time; it is a necessary act of faith and obedience. Noah’s story (Genesis 6:9-22) teaches us that preparation, when guided by God, leads to preservation and blessing. Below is a guide to help you embrace the principles of preparation in your life.