Setup In The Stronghold | Bars & Battles | Pastor Steven Furtick

Do you escape to security when life gets hard? If you step out of your comfort zone, you might find that God wants to help you face your challenge.

[@TephyRegalado]

I don’t think Steven Furtick will ever know how much he changed my life through KZbin, God bless him and everyone in the comments.

[@justinmercier4297]

4 years later in 2022 and God is still speaking to me through this sermon… thank you pastor Steve for saying yes to Jesus and being a faithful servant to Him…Im just in awe of the deep message and the conviction i received from this. God bless all who come across this video. it was not an accident, but God.

[@nzc8634]

I can never get enough of these sermons.

[@AmiracleKids]

I woke up today feeling like I hated myself. I feel alone a lot of times and no one to talk to. I think with everyone hiding their feelings in this world, if I try to tell my feelings I’m considered crazy. And the more I read the Bible the more I feel isolated in this world. Even at church with ppl I thought studied the word of God. God please help me. Thank you for this sermon. This is my second time listening to it. I needed this today. I feel like the devil had been on me since a kid and I keep trying to block him but I fall at times. And this morning was one. I’m happy I listened to this today. Thank you.

[@julieembry6933]

Please everyone that reads this, pray for my son. Chance, please.

[@astreet339]

Julie Embry prayers going up for your son here in Tennessee

[@Piratesebastian]

In Yeshúa's name be healed.

[@christophermichael5764]

even though i'm reading this a year later, prayers have been sent. :)

[@cameronmandli1107]

Prayers sent.

[@LNL389mm]

Powerful !!!!! God is my refuge, my protection and No One Can Harm Me !!! NO ONE! NOTHING!!!!!! I'm so glad I know HIM. PRAISE GOD !!!!

[@loverlei79]

Last time I poured out my heart to God, I was in great despair. I told Him he "either didn't care or wasn't omnipotent". Immediately my phone rang, it was my old priest I hadn't seen or heard from in 3 years. His first words was "how is your relationship with God?" It wasn't Hi, or any greeting. Just straight up. Well, I gave him an earful. I hung up rejoicing, and my prayers were answered from a Priest I had thought forgotten about his lost sheep. God answers prayers and hears us. God was waiting for me to be honest about my thoughts, struggles and doubts. Be honest with God. He won't smite you.

[@chantalwilliams9688]

loverlei79 Amen, because he already knows right...

[@user-vm7ro1yf1j]

Wow that's awsone

[@jessicawilliams3305]

loverlei79 so so good 🙌🏽

[@Faithers38]

4 year's latter,and I needed this Word. I was crying, God why are you allowing this to happen? Then I turn on KZbin and there is God using this Man of God to remind me. Bless the Lord,for His Mercy endures forever 🙏 ❤️ 🙌. There is hope. Satan is a LIAR,A LOSER! Jesus defeated Satan on the Precious road to Calvary where Jesus shed His Blood for all our short comings, our mess ups,are healing, deliverance from our selfs. I don't understand this season, but that Pslam 142 just touched my soul like nothing else could have.

[@emlund1245]

It's crazy how God can speak right to you in your EXACT situation EXACTLY when you were about to give up. It's CRAZY how he can lead me to click on this exact sermon right when I needed it the most. THANK YOU GOD, I LOVE YOU.

[@VirginiaCookie]

Just love it this sermon and I have yet to hear it all.

[@sanramoncali]

yes - SO many times!! - love these online sermons!!

[@cameronmandli1107]

I’ve done that a numerous amount of times....amazed & astonished every time! I’m like, whoa! Hit me like a ton of heavenly bricks on that one.

[@go3lyfe.challenge406]

Yes! Hallelujah!

[@ashishplaysguitar7235]

It's like that part in Harry Potter where they show that the wand choose it's own owner. I've been watching Steven Furtick's sermons from 42 days straight. I feel the same everyday. I don't choose any sermon, it chooses me.

[@Dawn-dm7zo]

There is no guilt. There is no shame. Jesus is His name!

[@violetnjokisorenson8354]

"I will give you something to cry about".....when l am in despair and wondering how God is going to bring it to pass, l am reminded of my humble beginnings in the boondocks of Kenya, living in a mud hut, hens pecking my ears, fetching for water, and so many other things too much to list, l look around and see how far God has brought me thus far....immediately, l seal my lips and consider how far God has brought me. I give Him all the praise and glory. "Have l not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord you God is with you wherever you go...even in the cave in Gath.

[@monap9155]

Pastor Steven for making your sermon so much easier to understand and you make it fun..I like your style you make me smile..I truly enjoy listening to you.thankyou Jesus..

[@WillBlindYouWithLight]

Pastor. Your sermons ARE MY ESCAPE. THEY'RE WHAT I GET INTO WITH MY HEADPHONES ON.

[@carrie_s1619]

This Pastor does not just preach, he has a calling... I say unto you, this is not of flesh nor bone, but of the holy spirit...

[@basquiatfpv1200]

Two months strong, I don't go to church but I'll watch this. Makes me want to find a church

[@wanjirukiarie329]

John Fleurimond heey

[@CupCakeNoFeelings]

Trust God to lead you to a church and stay there. You need the Word of God and the fellowship of the brothers. Everyone there will not be perfect but then again neither are we...right? Be blessed.

[@ashishplaysguitar7235]

Day 84 ! It's really important to check where you escape to coz' it can lead you to greater captivity. Are you surrounded or supported ? We cannot stay where we started. #Preach Pastor Steven 🔥🔥 Love from India 💓

[@sarwatkhurram4104]

Awesome Powerful preaching God bless you abundantly and use you to bless millions around who are under strongholds.

[@nathanwashburn570]

"The only way to the presence of God is from where you are, not where you want to be."

[@sowhat1191]

I don't understand how anyone could question this man's annointing. 🙌🙌🙌

[@taylordestinyj]

Yes, Lord. This speaks life to me. 🙏🏻🙌🏼🙌🏼 GOD is THE only SAFE place.

[@gillianraq5485]

Just when you think that there are no answers or places to go GOD turns up proving without a doubt that He is God and able to make a way, comforting and lighting the way forward, Oh GOD is so so so good. Thanks again Pastor.

[@lukelaessig8435]

I draw the bloodline of Jesus around you and you're family and ministries. God bless you in all ways

[@dharmchris2818]

thank you Pastor and elevation church family for sharing these messages for free...at no cost. so all of us can access Praise God! needed it

[@HerBuoyancyBoostWifeCoaching]

Wild!!! This word was awesome!!!! Praise Jesus!!! Set us free, Lord set my husband free today!!!

[@zionsjustice8060]

I thank God for youPastor Steven. You have GREATLY Blessed my life by sharing the word of God in such a down to earth, relatable and authentic way!! Your doing an AMAZING JOB AND YOU ARE IMPACTING THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE!!! SPECIFICALLY MINE 😊 Please do not stop doing what you do or HOW you do what you do-your willingness to be vulnerable and your tell it like it is, keep it real approach is what the church needs and I am so glad that I came across your KZbin channel!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!

[@traceyhilder3426]

So true I’m in the cave of confusion & the stronghold HOLDING me back Today I’m going to say it how it is As God knows all that I need . Paster Steven today this word has spoken to me , I know God will use me for his Glory & Kingdom

[@FishRFrenzNotFood]

Wow I remember hearing a word during my quiet time with the Lord a couple days ago, “your struggle is a setup”. So I typed it in KZbin and found this video. It’s as if a God knew I needed to hear this, such a timely message!

[@micalah8282]

I asked God to show me if I was doing the right thing by being set up in my stronghold and by being secluded in my home while I'm going through some things and then I found this. God has been consistently answering me and I am in awe of what a mighty God He is.

[@saneleseanmbingo5843]

This pastor is way too fresssshhhh, I'D GO TO HIS CHURCH ANY DAY OF THE WEEK AND FEEL FREE

[@Naasika]

Heart wasn't steady for the evening and I just knew I needed to hear a sermon. Elevation has truly been my escape as of late. Listening to the Word helps to calm my fears and relax my mind. God has everything in control. Sometimes we have to go back to the basis and pray out loud. I was on the fence of starting my Bible journal but I feel like it much needed. I need to make my way down to this church, It's right in my backyard.

[@thamsanqamnguni4366]

This sermon changed my life...Glory be to God....God bless you pastor.

[@LisaMonks444]

I've been waiting for someone real who believes in being real. This message was exactly what I needed. I need to be real I can't do fake

[@rhondahamm4168]

I am concerned about you Pastor. I care about you. I pray regularly for your peace and strength in God. May God keep your feet from slipping on the path and you find great blessings fulfilling your calling

[@Jasmineocreates]

I absolutely love going back to these messages. This series is literally speaking loudly to my life.

[@dearest_dianna]

You got this Steven Furtick! Listen to your words and see your actions after your videos and you will do great. Praise the Lord and God bless you

[@ritae9156]

Praise God! Pastor Steven, thank you sooo much for your wonderful teachings about King David! I just love this series 🤩! ✡️✝️ Preach!❤️🙏❣️

[@ld47stillnice]

Pastor Steven Furtick, May The Lord continue to Bless you and your entire family....The SAME way you are Blessing many of us. I am Ever So Grateful to be able to listen to your sermons but I MUST tell you, THIS series on The War Within has REALLY hit the nail on the head!!!!! Today on my local station here in South Florida, I have had the opportunity to hear you speak on this sermon and you have TRULY Blessed me!! Praise God for You and Holly and how you two deliver the word to the WORLD!! Amen...Praise The Lord. I just ordered/purchased the series and also made a donation (even thru my unemployment status) because THIS series is Worth MORE than money!!! Praise The Lord and God Bless Y'all!!! Thank you.

[@luzmendez8888]

God bless this Church, its amazing Pastor and all of you that, maybe, like me, are in a stronghold. Thanks Jesus Christ, there is a way out.🙏🏻

[@primroseotiliamugwagwa8309]

This was for me have stayed in a stronghold for too long all in the name of protecting myself,too afraid to face disappointment and its so true how Pastor Steve says we then expect people to suck and when they do you are not even surprised and l did that a lot but you know what this girl is off to Judah....l love the way God still speaks in this day and age.May God continue to use you as his vessel Pastor Steven be blessed.Thank you Elevation church for sharing

[@judithbenton9433]

Revelation beyond your years. Deep preaching. Love every message full of power of the Holy spirit. REMA Word of God. Such a blessing. Stirs up our stagnant spirits and causes an uprise of hearing God speak clearly to us. None exempt. Full spiritual meals at this table. Leave Armored, excited, motivated and ready to beat the enemy yessterday !! Hay , your an awesome God with awesome servants. Thank you for bold steadfast preachers standing immovable in such a time as this. Praise God! Blessed and grateful to see and hear this messages w freedom of worship to our King! GLORY BE TO GOD!!

[@darnellhorne2542]

This sermon has talked to me in more ways than you know. From 19:11 to the end was meant for me.

[@shawannamcday]

God is so amazing ! Who knew a message from two years ago would free someone today ! I am so grateful for this word!!!

[@1jadeyemi]

This has to be my absolute fav! Come into the presence of God from where you are, not where you would like to be

[@juditmorton7496]

Thank You Father God for that You are my safe place.🙏❤

[@cynthia46835]

Thank you Pastor Furtik for your HONESTY..

[@jerinthepreacher]

I'm not going to stay in this stronghold. I'm going to Judah..!! Pastor Steven, only God knows how much this Word was important for me today.

[@iw9338]

Yep all those that you help have no time or even scorn in my time of need. As the 10th child never supported. But God is doing a mighty work.

[@shirleycureton7201]

Every word,every word you spoke is true.(EVERY WORD ) Out of your mouth is (TRUE)

[@jessicapieja4291]

- Thank you Ptr Steven Furtick for great message every week. I always look forward to your sermons every Sunday. God bless you and your Ministry abundantly. Love from Nepal! ❤

[@nollienyoni8029]

Been so low as of late,gave up on praying literally everything. Thank God for this I'm going to talk him now

[@melhon779]

Truth be told! I love how practical Pastor Steven's sermons are!

[@hildamendoza1459]

God already knows what Pastor Steven is going to be preach!

[@HerBuoyancyBoostWifeCoaching]

God come to my rescue, I need you right now!!!

[@reneewilliams3167]

It's 2022. AND THIS MESSAGE IS THE EPITOME OF THE LIVING WORD...My Week was horrible 😪. I asked God to speak and I had plans to go to elevation worship and the tickets weren't available. BUT, this sermon ministered to my brokenness. BLESS YOU MAN OF GOD! PASTOR STEVEN FURTICK🤍

[@mrslalaontherun]

We all know we have strongholds that we need to be free of, mainly because of that scripture 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, & we pray for this, but from a distant detached place of ignorance. It is so good to recognise the strongholds that we personally are subject to, so that we can accurately direct our prayers & fully be aware of the freedom when we walk free of them & Praise God for the deliverance.

[@annamaistrynaidoo8683]

Bless the Lord, I love the mind part explained. Thank You for loving me Jesus

[@municaramnarain5783]

He is Anointed .

[@sherinesackson]

"Pessimism is a defense mechanism to protect you from disappointment, but its a snare. Every addiction is a defence mechanism, a way of escape "

[@colianneglenyce4854]

The first sermon ive ever heard Pastor Steven Furtick preach was: I've tried life..Jesus is better...fell in love with the teaching, never got the teacher's name and moons later found it to be this guy of God...Every word ever preached/taught...speaks to me and leaves me more hungry than I was before...May Gods blessings continue upon Elevation church🌎🎶reaching the world..

[@Dawn-dm7zo]

By faith and belief I will keep going. Thank you for the grace that God has provided to get me this far.

[@robsnyder5602]

Every week becomes by favorite message, can't wait for the next message in BARSANDBATTLES

[@wifidi6035]

Just listened for a 2nd time. There's a lot of meat in this sermon to chew on. Glory to God, I'm going to Judah! Thank you pastor Steven & your team at Elevation Ballantyne. I was visiting the 9:30 service for this message, and I was welcomed so warmly by each team member!! I live in Wilmington, NC, but felt so at home. Thank you. God bless each of you.

[@joycekimful]

I really love Pastor Steven, the best Pastor I have evern seen. I can listen to him the whole day and everyday. God bless you and Holly and your kids too. Thank you. Praise the Lord..

[@elevationchurch]

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[@lisafedigan4088]

That's true he knows all our thoughts. Lord Jesus is comforter too. He was fully God fully human too. Amen he wants our whole hearts. I didn't know to cry allowed.

[@haprinted]

You got what you NEED! AMEN!

[@jonificek800]

Thanks for this sermon!! Wow very powerful!!

[@mandifessler]

I would be so blessed to attend this church every week!

[@wearesaltlight]

Psalm 142 ----- 1 Sam 22:5 Coming back to watch this bc I am crying out to The Lord right now!

[@Uniquelyme_2024]

True that!! God Bless him! Thankyou Lord for introducing him to me via You Tube!

[@gopalacharya8385]

You are amazing, Pastor.

[@cassandraschwartz9914]

Pastor Steve, thank you for speaking this word. It is spot on and it brought comfort.

[@kriztinarobledo5900]

Thank You, for speaking not only to my heart, but also my soul.

[@JacobSantiago1985]

Man I remember going through a perticular test or trial a few years back and I remember quoting those scriptures in Psalms when David was crying out. That was a tuff place for me at that time to be in and didn't understand why. I knew it was the enemy discouraging me but at the same time I know I can be my own worst enemy and I can't always rely on my own understanding. All I knew what to do as a believer was to trust God, or put my faith in Him. At least that's what I was taught to do when going through your storms of life. I never saw that struggle as being a stronghold in my life. I always thought a stronghold was something that someone struggles with in thier own mind. But I wish I couldve seen this video along time ago when I was going through my test or trial. It would've helped me alot. I haven't even watched the while video yet only 5 minutes in but I know it's gonna be a good one. In the book of Psalms it says "It was good for me that my soul was afflicted so that I may learn your statutes. We might go through some affliction's in life that we may not understand, it might not seem fair, but only the LORD knows why it happened. He might want us to learn & grow from it. You might even throw in the towel and give up and maybe even backslide. But that's okay cuz the Bible says that God is married to the backslider so we gotta just pick ourselves up again, and finish where we left off. Paul says for me to know Christ is Him crucified. I guess sometimes we just gotta take the crucified way. But I still wish that I would've known that I didn't have to stay in that stronghold back then because it messed me up in my personal walk with God. I thought I had to endure that in my own walk, but looking back now I think it was my time to rise up and to walk in the power & authority. I just didn't know how to deal with that situation at the time. Thank you Steven Furtick for being obedient and bringing out this message 🙌🙌🙌

[@user-vm7ro1yf1j]

🙌🙌🙏🙏

[@leah0134]

This is an amazing testimony! Thank you so much for writing it.

[@relebohileferete5791]

Wherever i find myself in, that is not a determining factor of whether i pray or not, in fact, I SHALL PRAISE HIM WITH TRUTH AND HONESTY FROM MY HEART AND MY SITUATION. Amen!

[@god1st438]

Thanks for the great word. Dr. Steven Furtick keep me in your prayers.Your sermons give life and hope and that I can make it. God has chosen a great vessel. Thanks for all that you do for God, my lord and Savior.

[@lourensbrandt6356]

15 Minutes in and this sermon was definitely what I needed at the moment. God bless you all!

[@thecauseofchrist-childreno549]

I get JESUS excited too . The energy is unexplainable it's divine

[@ILive2WhpJesus]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻💜✝️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼GOD, YOU ARE AMAZING IN YOUR WORD!

[@mooseeyesable]

My I never heard such a preacher has Steve, I am amazes how educated he is and how he brings the word together. I think Steve is one of Gods finest

[@tulettebitner221]

I’m ready to get real with God

[@abigaelwambui4689]

you need to start where you are and not where you want to be

[@normayvonnemartinez3518]

I all I need is Jesus Christ

[@abidingonthestraightandnar5330]

What a mighty word!! Amen!!!

[@thejordan7114]

Steven Furtick gets me. Thank God

[@syrenatorres4463]

Fight your mind with your mouth not with your mind!!! 🙌🏼👌🏼

[@visualblacksmith2100]

God gets you! Another Brilliant message Pastor! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@whatkitchentopaintmycolor6621]

He is funny, yet tells the truth .

[@glutenfreeorganics3481]

Love from Trinidad 🇹🇹🙌🏻🙏🏻

[@nadinedomany3987]

I am so glad that God gets me, He understands me, and He knows me. David passed down his legacy of great rapper to his son, Solomon; look at Proverbs and Ecclesiates! By the way, thank you for your words of encouragement yesterday; I was crying and praying to God, He gave me Is 14: 1 & 2 and Is 12: 1-3. I am always telling God how I feel; someone once told me that God won't fix what you won't face. So I tell Him everything

[@artventures24]

God has spoken to me! Thank you Ptr Steven Furtick!

[@jonathanstevenson9223]

Amen! I have to say that at the beginning of sermon I was tired and drowned of energy with little praise, and ended with praise exactly how You said it!

[@daughterofthemosthigh..7587]

IAM not stopping where l started. My God you are Unstoppable soo am l🙏🙏🙌🙌 loved and enjoyed this teaching..so blessed. Thank you Ps Steve

[@hannahkeys4516]

Didn't realize how much I needed this.... 2 tear stained pages of notes later I know. Thank God for your willingness to speak the word in truth, Pastor Steven. God is my refuge. Nothing can stand against HIS promises! Glory!

[@ambermae9340]

ive said it before but I thank god for Pastor Steven Furtick Elevation Church its helped me so much and brought me back to god !!! thank yall GOD BLESS

[@HOWELLBY]

“Where are the people I prayed for”....👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 awesome 👏🏽 yes Lord!

[@davidrico6339]

Pastor Steven le recomiendo que tambien pongan estás conferencia en español desde Latinoamérica Colombia Cali hernan rico gracias pastor Steven

[@phuatan193]

Just as I am .. I come to you ,Jesus, broken

[@cassiewilson1003]

Yesssssss🔥🔥🔥am not aloneeeeee.God you see and you knowwwww my heart and everything about me💕💕💕💕pessimism traps you👌

[@mariaali1249]

This is what I need in life to always trust in JESUS and never forget to pray in life in what I need

[@WRP03608]

Love it when you guys place small snippets of sermons on Facebook with the full sermon links. Thank you. Sporadically praying for you all. Praying I remember to do it daily. 🙏🏻✝️ Thanks for all you do for the world!

[@elevationchurch]

Thank you for being a part of our church Wen. We are praying for you.

[@veronicanunley2144]

Thank you Lord I'm not alone.