Unlocking Spiritual Breakthroughs Through Divine Strategies
Summary
Apostle Jeremiah Hosford delivers a compelling message focused on the theme of spiritual breakthrough and divine strategy. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's identity in Christ and recognizing the defeated state of the enemy. He encourages the congregation to remember that the promises of God, though spoken by humans, are given by God and should be believed with unwavering faith.
Apostle Hosford stresses the importance of aligning oneself with the declarations of heaven over one's life, rather than the negative proclamations of the enemy. This alignment with divine will is portrayed as a key to unlocking God's blessings and experiencing a fruitful life. He also highlights the significance of positive confession and thinking, urging individuals to speak life and prosperity as per God's word, rather than sabotaging their future with negative speech.
The Apostle shares personal testimonies and biblical narratives to illustrate how God often provides unexplainable strategies for victory. He recounts a moment when the church was led to meet a significant financial need of a ministry, which in turn led to a miraculous provision for their own needs. This principle of sowing into others' needs as a strategy for receiving God's provision is underscored with passion.
Drawing from the biblical account of Joshua, Apostle Hosford draws parallels between the Israelites' crossing of the Jordan River and the spiritual crossing over that believers must undertake. He emphasizes the need for strength, courage, and adherence to God's law as prerequisites for prosperity and success. The message is clear: as believers step out in faith, God will make a way where there seems to be no way.
Apostle Hosford also delves into the concept of "unexplainable strategies" found throughout the Bible, such as Jacob's breeding techniques, Moses' parting of the Red Sea, and the unconventional battle plans given to Joshua and Jehoshaphat. He culminates this theme with the ultimate unexplainable strategy: God incarnating as Jesus Christ, dying for humanity's sins, and being resurrected, providing an unexplainable victory over sin and death.
The message concludes with a prophetic declaration of advancement and expansion in the lives of believers. Apostle Hosford calls for a spirit of expectancy for the miraculous, urging the congregation to prepare for a year of fulfilled prophecy, advancement, and divine acceleration. He prophesies that what took years to accomplish in the past will be received in a significantly shorter time through faith and obedience to God's strategies.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding one's identity in Christ and the defeated state of the enemy is crucial for spiritual victory. Believers must recognize their authority and the powerlessness of their adversary to live in triumph. [16:25]
- The promises of God are reliable and should be believed with confidence. When God's promises are spoken, even through human vessels, they carry divine authority and are worthy of full trust and faith. [15:07]
- Aligning one's speech and thoughts with the declarations of heaven is essential for experiencing God's best. Negative confessions can sabotage one's present and future, but agreeing with God's word brings alignment with His plans and purposes. [15:40]
- God's strategies for victory may seem unexplainable to the natural mind, but they are designed to bring about supernatural outcomes. Obedience to these divine strategies, even when they defy human logic, leads to breakthroughs and miracles. [35:08]
- A spirit of expectancy for advancement and divine acceleration is necessary for the believer. As one steps out in faith, God promises to provide a way forward, turning obstacles into opportunities for His glory to be revealed. [23:15]
Study Guide
### Bible Reading
1. Joshua 1:1-9 (NKJV)
> After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, it came to pass that the Lord spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, saying: “Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore, arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, to the land which I am giving to them—the children of Israel. Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given you, as I said to Moses. From the wilderness and this Lebanon as far as the great river, the River Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, and to the Great Sea toward the going down of the sun, shall be your territory. No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life; as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and of good courage, for to this people you shall divide as an inheritance the land which I swore to their fathers to give them. Only be strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go. This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
2. Joshua 3:1-17 (NKJV)
> Then Joshua rose early in the morning; and they set out from Acacia Grove and came to the Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they crossed over. So it was, after three days, that the officers went through the camp; and they commanded the people, saying, “When you see the ark of the covenant of the Lord your God, and the priests, the Levites, bearing it, then you shall set out from your place and go after it. Yet there shall be a space between you and it, about two thousand cubits by measure. Do not come near it, that you may know the way by which you must go, for you have not passed this way before.” And Joshua said to the people, “Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do wonders among you.” Then Joshua spoke to the priests, saying, “Take up the ark of the covenant and cross over before the people.” So they took up the ark of the covenant and went before the people. And the Lord said to Joshua, “This day I will begin to exalt you in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that, as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. You shall command the priests who bear the ark of the covenant, saying, ‘When you have come to the edge of the water of the Jordan, you shall stand in the Jordan.’” So Joshua said to the children of Israel, “Come here, and hear the words of the Lord your God.” And Joshua said, “By this you shall know that the living God is among you, and that He will without fail drive out from before you the Canaanites and the Hittites and the Hivites and the Perizzites and the Girgashites and the Amorites and the Jebusites: Behold, the ark of the covenant of the Lord of all the earth is crossing over before you into the Jordan. Now therefore, take for yourselves twelve men from the tribes of Israel, one man from every tribe. And it shall come to pass, as soon as the soles of the feet of the priests who bear the ark of the Lord, the Lord of all the earth, shall rest in the waters of the Jordan, that the waters of the Jordan shall be cut off, the waters that come down from upstream, and they shall stand as a heap.” So it was, when the people set out from their camp to cross over the Jordan, with the priests bearing the ark of the covenant before the people, and as those who bore the ark came to the Jordan, and the feet of the priests who bore the ark dipped in the edge of the water (for the Jordan overflows all its banks during the whole time of harvest), that the waters which came down from upstream stood still, and rose in a heap very far away at Adam, the city that is beside Zaretan. So the waters that went down into the Sea of the Arabah, the Salt Sea, failed, and were cut off; and the people crossed over opposite Jericho. Then the priests who bore the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firm on dry ground in the midst of the Jordan; and all Israel crossed over on dry ground, until all the people had crossed completely over the Jordan.
### Observation Questions
1. What command did God give Joshua after the death of Moses, and what promise accompanied it? (Joshua 1:1-9)
2. How did the Israelites know when to set out and follow the Ark of the Covenant? (Joshua 3:3-4)
3. What miraculous event occurred when the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant stepped into the Jordan River? (Joshua 3:15-17)
4. According to Apostle Hosford, what is the significance of aligning one's speech and thoughts with the declarations of heaven? [15:40]
### Interpretation Questions
1. Why is it important for believers to understand their identity in Christ and the defeated state of the enemy? How does this understanding impact their spiritual victory? [14:32]
2. How can the principle of sowing into others' needs as a strategy for receiving God's provision be applied in modern-day life? [33:16]
3. What does Apostle Hosford mean by "unexplainable strategies" and how do they lead to supernatural outcomes? [35:08]
4. How does the concept of divine acceleration and fulfilled prophecy challenge the way believers approach their faith and expectations for the future? [12:42]
### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you faced a significant obstacle. How did your understanding of your identity in Christ help you overcome it? [14:32]
2. In what ways can you align your speech and thoughts with the declarations of heaven in your daily life? What practical steps can you take to avoid negative confessions? [15:40]
3. Have you ever experienced a situation where sowing into someone else's need led to a breakthrough in your own life? Share your experience and how it impacted your faith. [33:16]
4. Think about a current challenge you are facing. How can you seek and apply an "unexplainable strategy" from God to address it? [35:08]
5. How can you cultivate a spirit of expectancy for advancement and divine acceleration in your personal and spiritual life? What specific actions will you take to prepare for this? [12:42]
6. Apostle Hosford emphasizes the importance of strength, courage, and adherence to God's law. How can you incorporate these qualities into your daily routine to ensure prosperity and success? [01:12]
7. What steps can you take to actively participate in the fulfillment of God's promises and prophecies over your life this year? How will you stay committed to this process? [12:42]
Devotional
Day 1: Authority in Christ Unveiled
Recognizing one's identity in Christ is the cornerstone of spiritual victory. It is not merely about self-perception but understanding the authority granted through Christ's victory over the enemy. This realization empowers believers to live above the lies and accusations of the adversary, walking in the triumph already won. [16:25]
Ephesians 2:6 - "And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus."
Reflection: How does understanding your spiritual position 'seated with Christ' change the way you face challenges and confront the enemy's lies?
Day 2: Embracing Divine Promises
The promises of God are not just words but are imbued with divine power and authority. When believers grasp this truth, they can stand firm in faith, regardless of circumstances, knowing that what God has declared will come to pass. This unwavering belief is the bedrock of a faith-filled life. [15:07]
Hebrews 10:23 - "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful."
Reflection: Can you identify a promise of God you have struggled to believe? How can you actively choose to trust in His faithfulness today?
Day 3: Aligned Declarations, Aligned Life
The words spoken and thoughts harbored have the power to shape reality. Aligning speech and mindset with heaven's declarations invites God's plans and purposes to unfold. This alignment is not just about positivity but about agreeing with the truth of God's word and His vision for life. [15:40]
Proverbs 18:21 - "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit."
Reflection: What negative confessions have you been making about your life, and how can you replace them with God's declarations starting today?
Day 4: Unexplainable Divine Strategies
God's ways often defy human logic, yet they are perfectly orchestrated for His glory and our breakthrough. Embracing these unexplainable strategies requires faith and obedience beyond understanding. When believers step into this realm of trust, they witness the unfolding of God's miraculous power. [35:08]
Isaiah 55:8-9 - "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts."
Reflection: Recall a time when God's guidance seemed illogical. How did obedience to His way result in unexpected blessings?
Day 5: Expectant Faith for Acceleration
Cultivating a spirit of expectancy is essential for experiencing God's supernatural acceleration. When believers anticipate the miraculous, they position themselves to receive the fulfillment of God's promises. This expectancy is not passive but actively prepares one for the rapid advancements God has in store. [23:15]
Habakkuk 2:3 - "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay."
Reflection: What area of your life are you believing God for rapid advancement? How can you prepare in faith for this divine acceleration?
Quotes
1) "I refuse to sit there and sabotage my present or my future by speaking something that God does not agree with." [15:40]
2) "When you align yourself up with what heaven is saying over your life, you better get ready because what heaven is releasing is about to come to fruition in every part of your life." [16:25]
3) "This year God's expanding things... your business is being expanded, your house is being expanded... expansions happening everywhere." [24:38]
4) "God's strategies for victory may seem unexplainable to the natural mind, but they are designed to bring about supernatural outcomes." [35:08]
5) "What it took them 40 years to get to, through the hand of God they possessed in a few days. This is where God's bringing the kingdom to for those who can receive a word and have faith." [41:25]
6) "This is the year of advancement and expansion in every area of your life... when you see God moving, set out after it." [18:13]
7) "The devil thinks he's got the church surrounded, but I'm here to tell you brothers and sisters the devil don't have the church surrounded, God's Got Us surrounded." [26:59]
8) "Unexplainable victories... not only will the church not be able to explain it but the world won't explain it... those who obey the Lord and have faith in our God shall do great exploits in the earth." [28:10]
9) "This is the year of Kingdom acceleration and Heavenly elevation... acceleration and elevation come together." [39:29]
10) "This is the year of fulfilled prophecy... this year you're going to see the fulfilled prophecy of the Lord over your life." [11:28]
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