JULY THEME – “Armed for Battle: Winning the War You Can’t See”
SUNDAY’S SERMON SUMMARY
Spiritual warfare isn’t something to fear—it’s something every believer must understand, because the real battle is in the mind, where thoughts either prepare you for victory or leave you vulnerable to defeat. You’re not fighting for victory, but from the victory Jesus already secured, and every piece of God’s armor is designed to protect you when intentionally worn each day. Strongholds form slowly—lie by lie—but they break when truth is consistently applied and every thought is taken captive in obedience to Christ. This battle isn’t about survival—it’s about transformation, and now is the time to rise, renew your mind, and reclaim what the enemy tried to steal.
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Beats From Your Pastor’s Heart
GET DRESSED FOR BATTLE
Don’t Fight Today’s War with Yesterday’s Strength
“Give us this day our daily bread.” — Matthew 6:11
God provided fresh manna in the wilderness for a reason—because what was needed yesterday won’t sustain today’s battle. Leftovers rot. They stink. And spiritually speaking, so does yesterday’s oil when we try to live off it instead of seeking Him anew. The enemy doesn’t care how much you used to pray. He’s not intimidated by your past fire—he fears your present flame.
Yesterday’s Scripture won’t silence today’s mental assault. Yesterday’s worship won’t break today’s chains. And yesterday’s obedience won’t protect you from today’s temptation if your heart drifts. That’s how Samson fell—he didn’t wake up weak; he gradually let go of his source. The strength of God departs quietly when daily dependence is replaced with complacency.
Spiritual warfare isn’t a one-time event—it’s a daily front line. And God never called you to fight empty. You need fresh oil to anoint your mind, fresh Word to anchor your soul, and fresh fire to fuel your prayers. The Holy Spirit is not a weekend visitor—He is your daily power source. When you are freshly filled, the enemy loses his foothold. When you are walking in daily surrender, you don’t just survive—you overcome. Today’s strength comes only from today’s bread. Go get it.
You can’t win today’s war with yesterday’s worship. The atmosphere of your heart must be renewed daily or it will be overrun with fear, lies, and distraction. Don’t wait until you’re spiritually starving—seek Him now and be filled.
Prayer: Lord, I repent for trying to fight spiritual battles on empty. I need fresh fire from You today. Give me this day my daily bread—Your Word, Your presence, and Your power. Fill me again with the Holy Ghost, and let me walk in renewed strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Challenge: Start each day this week with 10 minutes in Scripture, 10 minutes in worship, and 10 minutes in prayer. No phone. No multitasking. No leftovers. Just fresh time with Jesus—your true strength.
TUESDAY’S PRAYER REQUESTS
Debbie Foskey
Andrea Nix– Friend of the Shellnutts
Angela Bryan’s Sister
Ann Stanley – Home
Danny Jarrard
Darlene Wiggins
Doris Loyd
Doug Stephen’s Family
Dr. and Mrs. Davis
Eric Magnusson’s Mother
Eric Ward
Friend of Linda Hodge
Gayle Sparks
George & Linda Alexander
James Burnette
James Garner
Jason Parker – James & Sarah’s Son – stroke
Jessica Headrick – Beginning Treatments And Walking In Faith
John McClain’s Mother
John Parillo
June Cronan’s Sister
June Davis
Kailey Bateman
Kathryn Raines
Kim McClain’s Mother
Kim’s Sisters – Ann & Brenda
Lee Cronan
Lillianna Magnusson’s Mom
Linda Breedlove’s Sister – Sarah
Linda Mays – 3 Stents
Lonzo Christian
Lori Blount’s Mother
Mary Williams
Mary Williams – Rehab
Mary Williamson – Dana Jackson’s Mom
Mrs. Franklin
Nora Allison
Rose Fuller – Pruitt-Monroe Nursing Home, Forsyth GA
Sadie Almand
Scott Lanier
Scotty Nix
Stephanie Seivers – Friend of the Shellnutts
Steve Michaels
Theresa Bain’s Granddaughter
Tom Witcher