Your Comforts are Counterfeit (and you don't know it) | Melody Alisa

[@MelodyAlisa]

hey, sis! let's chat. today's question: it's testimony time. what is a counterfeit comfort that the Lord is (or has) freed you from? for me: like i shared today, my unhealthy obsession with relationships, smoking, "lust of the eyes", and new age practices -- JUSTTT to name a few. our God is so good

[@madisondiane2352]

my counterfeit comforts are, gossip, lying, and laziness, and i honestly need a prayer right now. 🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@justRO814]

God (and my therapist) are working on me now for my counterfeit comfort of needing validation from men to feel worthy and seen, spending/shopping for fear of missing out, and lack of vulnerability.

[@Officialtrinn1]

@@madisondiane2352 this and Food!

[@thandolious6008]

I was also found comfort in Relationship, desperate to be in one, to an extend of making a whole lot of soul ties, But accepting LORD Jesus as my LORD and Saviour, God took all that away from and freed me from all soul ties, and Counterfeit Comfort...and I was Delivered from all that urge of being desperate to be in a Relationship....I surrendered that part to God...am free an at peace The Enemy will always direct us to Relationship that will bring heartbreak, doubt, unworthy and ect...But in God, God want the best for us, Jeremiah 29:11 My thought for you are of good and not evil, to give you hope and future" Proverb 23:18 There's future hope for you and your hope will not cut off. Thank You Sis, you on point will this topic..God Bless

[@Mona-vs5bx]

Smoking. 😢 always sleeping , food that’s not good for me.

[@Naswillshine]

Oh man, KZbin has been a counterfeit comfort. I’ve always been immersed in this app,watching other people that I realized that I could be spending that time being productive and actually creating the content that I’m supposed to make. God has been working on me tremendously the past few months.

[@ao5705]

Me too lol, how are you overcoming this?

[@Naswillshine]

@@ao5705 Its def a struggle. I try my best to play it in the background while i'm doing something mundane like cooking or walking the treadmill vs just sitting down and binging the videos all day. I think its a start to minimizing my consumption.

[@ao5705]

@@Naswillshine definitely going to try this!!!! God help us 🙏🏾

[@TheNinjapancake14]

This is me! Deleted the app but still use the site with Google chrome. I definitely need help and prayer here. Using the downtime settings on my phone have helped, and I’m making appointments with the doc to make sure I’m not deficient, but the chronic fatigue is my battle.

[@atarigriffin5348]

My obsession with more money, a better job, title, and things. I need to be delivered in the Name of Jesus. I surrender it ALL to the Lord!

[@kateshadysart3236]

Man. I'm right there with you on the exact things. I just got emails from yet again more jobs saying no. I was so annoyed but I need to stop and let God be my peace and provide

[@shanadiego4291]

Literally prayed for this earlier- ask God to remove my obsessions with finding my person, marriage etc. to allow me to be present in the moment and everything else will come

[@MelodyAlisa]

AMEN yes sis!! half the battle is recognizing the counterfeit comforts are there

[@AprilGrant36]

I have said this same thing

[@SamuelCPrecious]

My obsession with marriage, food, social media, productivity, crossing milestones, making money. This will turn into a testimony.

[@jeanjaniceleontine]

🙏🙏🙏

[@Tina-zt8dk]

You know you're not by yourself. We will definitely get through this 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🙏🙏🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@melliemel32]

Help us LORD!

[@gogina9186]

Amen!

[@louieunlocked]

My counterfeit comforts are social media, shopping, “looking good so I can feel good”, and food.

[@TajasTouch]

We are the same person 😮😂

[@analea6531]

I’ve been addicted to prophetic word lately and it’s definitely a counterfeit comfort. To God be the glory I will get out of that rabbit hole

[@Patience_Grace]

Jesus loves you❤

[@leennation]

My biggest counterfeit comfort right now is my obsession with marriage 😂😂😂😂

[@Allthingztiff]

Same here!!

[@03meeko]

Same 😢

[@MelodyAlisa]

as yall know from the vid, #RELATABLE. that was me. If he broke it off me, He CAN do it for you!

[@dominiquel.hernandez9240]

Same!!

[@innocenttebogo502]

LOL me too ey. It's so crazy

[@allthingsblack2250]

I think the biggest one I'm going to struggle with for a while might be that I like physical comfort ( for someone to hug me or hold my hand)...sometimes I just want a hug from GOD, a physical hug😪

[@debralavine6243]

Yes. I get that. I've been watching the TV show The Chosen and every time Jesus hugs someone I think how amazing it must have felt to have His arms around you and Him holding you close.

[@MadebyMarisJ]

I just had this thought. I want a physical hug from God.

[@AprilGrant36]

I can relate

[@NekuTestifies]

this is so real! If it's any encouragement, I had specific hugs at the right time which have felt like hugs from God 🥺Ask Him for a hug!

[@kimisrlycool]

@@NekuTestifiesthankyou

[@jasminepeyton9892]

it seems like you’re always right on time for me. always.

[@Trynnitty]

I think mine is sleep 😭 You’d better believe as soon as I get stressed I’m taking a nap or laying down. I’m asleep more than I’m awake!

[@winniem6089]

😂We are twins.

[@lehlogonolothobejane2537]

We are triplets😂

[@doris_mwendwa]

Quadruplets 😂

[@kateshadysart3236]

I don't take naps but I like my sleep and when I don't get enough of it I'm so cranky and low energy

[@luisabatine4018]

One of my counterfeit comforts is people-pleasing. I think I feel that if I can make someone happy then I am ok- it validates me and sometimes keeps me from speaking up when I really need to

[@KH-xp8pe]

My counterfeit comfort is food. I’ve struggled with cravings and realize that I’ve run to sweets whenever I’m stressed, tired, and/or overwhelmed. I’ve recognized that I never feel fulfilled after eating an exorbitant amount of food I’m craving. It only makes me sick and feel guilty for engaging in gluttony. This is what I’ve been praying for deliverance from. Thank you for sharing your testimony.❤

[@debralavine6243]

Yes! Me too.

[@jeanjaniceleontine]

Same 🙏🙏😭

[@maryshogunwa]

Same here😭

[@takiam6677]

This came right on time! Our God is so good! I literally told God that I will fast from “sweets” for 21 days. And lemme tell you it’s been hard! I know that I’ve been reaching for sweets a lot more these days but not sure why. So please my sisters pray for me during this time. I’m happy to be freed from this situation and truly see why God has for me. ❤

[@uniquely_melissa]

Amen sister ❤

[@charismafranklin5175]

I believe my counterfeit comfort is staying busy and avoiding resting.

[@winniem6089]

This one!

[@jamillahclanton2192]

My biggest counterfeit comfort right now is being productive. I feel like if I take time to rest then I'm behind or doing something wrong, but God is teaching me that rest is important. I don't need to rush to get to the end goal. I can rest knowing I will get there someday and it's not a race to get there.

[@Courie11e]

Oooo sis this was good! I wish I would have surrender my desires of marriage after my horrific break in 2017. Instead I try to fill the void but dating and getting disappointed. 2022 I finally surrendered., start getting job opportunities in 2023. In Feb 2024 I've met this guy who has been watching me for years but was scared to talk to me. We're courting and I'm constantly praying that God stays involve in our courtship and it's in HIS WILL

[@ILuvJaszy]

One of my counterfeit comforts is music. I love listening to music about heartbreak when I'm sad or depressed because I feel like it somewhat conveys my feelings. I listen to it instead of praying or meditating on the word. I know I need to do better, but I feel like it expresses a part of me that I can't get anywhere else.

[@leia2968]

Same but with writing. Music and writing and a lot of other things truly are a gift from God, but we need to learn where the line it. I don't know where the line is either and it is driving me crazy 😭

[@corishim629]

Psalms and lamentations could help

[@jeanjaniceleontine]

@@leia2968omgggg I didn’t think about the writing part 😮

[@rdoniawilliams3290]

​@@leia2968Yes, Sis I agree the Arts/Crafts(Music, dancing, writing, film/tv, photography, pottery, crotchet, sewing, needlepoint, scrapbooks, painting etc.)are gifts from God yet We have to know or listen to the Holy Spirit ❤ to lead us in Fellowship with God when He is seeking our face to answer a prayer(s), to express His Light & Love to our lives through His Word or to our neighbor(s)❤as we serve others. I love listening to Tye Tribbet's Worship songs on repeat, guilt free. Remember Sis, God is our source & resource, as our God, He wants to dwell❤ in us freely as we choose; it is a mutual Love relationship between God & Man-in Lord Jesus Christ ✝️Beautiful, Right?! Be Blessed 🌹✝️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥☮️❤

[@kspe5994]

I had this comfort and I limited it and substituted my old school r&b with gospel

[@carolynlashley4370]

Counterfeit Comfort: #1: 🛍 Shopping. I love fashion as it makes me feel "pretty", "appealing" and "satisfied." The only thing that managed to also make me feel ... is in debt. I find ridiculous reasons to shop. It's raining outside, better shop, it's sunny outside, better shop, I'm going to a movie, better shop, dinner, BBQ, work, library, church, park, restaurant,no events on the calendar ... better shop JUST IN CASE. #2: I, too, have walked around shamelessly wondering if that man/this man is my husband. After my divorce, I figured that I would get back into a relationship pretty quickly..... it has been years (6) and I know God is trying to fix me/restore me so that I don't need a man to be whole and when I do meet him, I am a STRONGER version of me. 🙏🏽 ing God removes these CC's from my life.

[@shanonscott5408]

Yea hallelujah, I smoked myself for 30 years which sounds insane but it’s so true and it was only the Glory of God that saved me. Now I look back and was like what was I doing. I thank God He delivered me

[@rdoniawilliams3290]

Same, Sis🎉🎉🎉Thank you Lord Jesus for deliverance from any type of wordliness/ungodliness, Amen ❤✝️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@aliciasheffield-rw9em]

So good ! So transparent! So relatable! After the passing of my beloved mother in 2022 , the grief that followed and the necessary healing journey, I quickly realized there is absolutely no comfort, none, that can compare to the comfort of the Holy Spirit and the love of our loving Father God! I developed a longing for God’s presence more than ever before in my life ! Now I can’t go a day without it. I remain in constant pursuit of the comfort only found in our Father God!

[@faithnfruits]

my biggest struggle is approval. I always tend to seek approval from others as a way of assuring myself that i’m actually seen. I have a notion that i’m invisible in this world to everyone. It hurts me a lot that I need so much reassurance but I find myself seeking youtube videos, the church, etc. I pray to God to help me in this season to trust him and his word especially about what he thinks of me but it’s extremely difficult.

[@bigmommie120]

My counterfeit comforts are wine, watching stuff, scrolling social media, food, and disassociating.

[@shaniceneita6063]

I also struggle with social media, food, movies/tv-shows, escapism as counterfeit comforts. I think why i struggle with these is because it gives me a sense of control over the discomfort i'm experiencing and that is the true reason why i engage in these counterfeits to have control so i longer feel lost or like i cant do anything about my issues. But that is the biggest lie i tell myself.

[@OneOfAKindJEM]

Same for me as well. I started today by drinking a smoothie. Im about to have a salad for lunch/dinner. I realize being in my mid forties, it's hard to keep this weight off. I've been very tired also. So I know I need to switch some things up. I'm praying about this daily for sure. I just erased my Beyonce catalog from my music selections and are now downloading faith based music. It totally makes a difference for sure.

[@tundun8365]

The timing of this video is so appropriate. I just realized how much I turn to food for comfort and it is usually junk food.

[@saviashley]

My comfort is food and smoking and God is going to free me of these idols in my life

[@Prophetessrina1]

My counterfeit comfort was a friend, who came back into my life years back, but God has since removed her from my life because I would always talk to her when I felt lonely, or home alone, now it's just me and God. When she was here it was gossip and I didn't really like that, I want true Christian friends, who will talk about the Lord, and how we can get closer to him!

[@inspiredbychrist1986]

Yes .... simply put

[@takiam6677]

Me too! ❤

[@ViolaLabi]

Thank you for sharing this

[@blessedandfree2025]

God will bless you with friends who love the Lord with all their hearts. He did for me ❤

[@klat285]

Another great video Melody. My pastor said a phrase during his sermon yesterday - "guilt is evidence of God's pursuit of you" - and it hit me like a ton of bricks. I too struggle with the counterfeit comfort of food and though I am not horribly out of shape I know I am not taking care of my body in the way God would have it. My husband and I also have a young daughter and I want to make sure she doesn't fall into the same trap as us. Thanks for your transparency and vulnerability and well-studied perspective on the word.

[@MelodyAlisa]

WOWZA. that right there about guilt will preach!!

[@courtneyalysan4925]

I just ended a 9 year addiction to drugs. I'm trying to turn to God, you, Elevation Church for support.

[@sunnni_]

Mine is the little people pleasing or having to prove myself to others to show that I am doing good and spending money, not to show off but because it makes me feel "good". I have actually been working on both now that I realize its taken a toll on how I view myself

[@lisaama2727]

Definitely social media is my counterfeit comfort it's extremely difficult to break away!

[@vibesandessence]

My biggest counterfeit comfort is people pleasing, especially my family. I keep finding myself hiding behind “helping” or saying “yes” and thinking that I could handle every task, but always end up feeling depleted because I took on too much. I pray that God will help me to not rely solely on being busy but to truly have balance in general. 💜

[@travelingblues1596]

Drinking wine at the end of the day was my thing. I haven’t had wine in 2 months, and honestly, I no longer have a taste for it! Praise God!!!

[@ShanellCameisha]

This was right on time! God has revealed to me my shopping habits and emotional eating was my counterfeit comfort 🥹🩷

[@nishajamison4368]

The smoking part 😫😩 but I know the urge, taste, comfort of it will be removed 🙌🏾 trusting & believing in God & thanking him in advance!

[@lolka9633]

I think for me that would be listening to prophetic words. I feel anxious when I don't hear from my favourite prophets for a longer period of time and then if I listen to too many of them I feel confused and anxious again 😅 that is definitely something I should change

[@kaydencejones6403]

My counterfeit comforts are food, obsessing over marriage, lust of the eyes through materialism, social media, music, and even laziness. I also find myself wanting to control a lot of things or putting on a bluff of being perfect. Praying and believing that God will set me from these things 🙏🏽🙌🏽

[@sonia-mrsM]

Social media really is what first came to mind for me! But God will see me through. As for food, ever since I began frequently fasting, my obsession for food is becoming less and less.

[@jeanjaniceleontine]

I was at the grocery store yesterday. I was looking for food to comfort me and I was going from door to door and nothing looked satisfying. Although it once did, that day its like nothing felt worth it and as I was standing and gazing at the food I heard “You’re looking for me” In other words, you’re shopping for food but you’re looking for me! And it all happened so fast I couldn’t catch hold because I’m still learning to accept I really can hear from God. However, I knew it was true because when I heard it I knew in my spirit it was truth. Plus, He already been dealing with me about it being one of the generational curses I’m breaking is addictions.

[@TYG_paulinenjuguna]

Wow

[@winniem6089]

The same thing happened to me few days ago. I used to looove me some Lays but lately it felt like : "girl even this Lays don't bring comfort so just stop buy them" and I tried finding a new food comfort but nothing worked 😅

[@raquelemerson6721]

Thank you for your testimony! My counterfeit comfort was definitely men and always looking for that love in all the wrong places. In addition to the comforts of food. God is currently doing a work in me, and I needed to hear this today.

[@LuhriluvsJESUS]

My counterfeit comfort right now is binge watching kdrama (Korean romance series) prior to being obsessed with romantic relationships which God definitely showed me how much I idolized being in love with a human being and He delivered me from it...I also was so heartbroken when I came to Him as well and up to this day I'm amazed at how He brought me through something I thought was impossible (healing from the heartbreak) God is so strategic and this video came at the right time I also binge watch kdrama because I don't really go out I work at home and also God is literally my only friend right now and it has always been like that not complaining though He's more than enough❤😊 also recently He's been helping me to dive deeper into His word and I don't miss my devotions with Him so I'm grateful for the transforming power of His Holy Spirit and His constant comfort, counsel and His teachings He's really the best teacher I've ever had maynee❤ I'm so in love with Jesus literally ❤🎉😊

[@ev6564]

Wow, I relate to this so much! I thought as a teen that the biggest love in my life would be a romantic relationship, particularly an epic love story with an amazing man. I know now that this is wrong. Even a beautiful romance and wonderful husband can not fulfill the love of God in me, which is truly the greatest love I can have in life.

[@thebrooklyncole]

Wow. I used to smoke so regularly and some times I still have temptations. Thank you for your transparency

[@youandreese]

Thank you for doing this video!! Food is my BIGGEST problem child!! I mean I’ve been fighting this for YEARS!!! I’ve been asking Him to free me, but I think He’s making me walk through it so I can conquer it. He’s not taking this one from me 😔 🙏🏼

[@ElizabethFaithPierce]

Lust is my comfort that I struggle with for a long time. Pray for me please.

[@brittanyb9292]

Me too

[@WinstoniaHendricks-gp2hy]

My counterfeit comfort is music. I would totally ignore everything and everyone and just listen to whichever music, especially when I'm feeling sad or heartbroken!

[@tamaraharris2512]

Control, social media, food Such a great video! Thank you! 🙌🏾💕

[@KreamyKurls]

Relationships particularly friendships were an unhealthy comfort for me. In the past, I hadn't made the right choice when it came to choosing my friends and thinking I had to mold myself to keep a friend. I want to experience a genuine and godly friendship one day

[@timarie19]

My counterfeit comfort is success, validation, praise from people and food

[@nikkiholmes6672]

My counterfeit comfort is definitely food among other things. Your candidness is so appreciated. Thank you for this wonderful ministry.

[@uniquely_melissa]

I can relate to the smoking part.. I smoke “to relax, to keep me calm or because I’m bored” also foods especially foods like salty sweet both together.. but smoking is the main one I struggle with still today. I really want to stop I love who I am when sober I know I have soo much more in all areas in my life without relying on it to comfort me and all glory be to god because he knows I was asking of this comfort thank you Melody for being you and transparent with your delivery ❤

[@ToriCGCC3]

Hey sis, this was right on time. I was talking to the Holy Spirit because I’ve been working out since the beginning of the year and I have had no weight change. I know it’s my dieting and my dependency on food for comfort but what really struck me is that I’m settling when I make those choices. I don’t believe that I have the capacity to change and therefore I have no belief in God to do those changes for me. I realized that I have to be strong than my weakness and really zone in.

[@NekuTestifies]

Whew! this is filled with SO much truth! Just after God had set me free from idolising relationships, He shined a light on my false comfort of FOOD. He's not done with us yet😩😭

[@JadAngel]

My biggest counterfeit is obsession with friendships, food, and wanting to be in marriage. God is breaking them off day by day. Your testimony of relationship is exactly what I am going thru right now. But as I replace those thoughts with scripture or prayer, God is slowly breaking those things DOWN

[@devyngreen4319]

My biggest counterfeit comfort is definitely social media. I will literally spend my entire work shift (8:30a to 5p) scrolling. I even set timers on my phone to no avail. I'm aware that I shouldn't do it but it's almost like I can't help it! Another counterfeit comfort I struggle with is sweet cravings!

[@MeyaJahnai]

My biggest was my bed. I felt like I could go there and put down all of my problems. I would go DAYS of not getting out of bed for fear of having to pick the issues back up. Of course, now I know that I must cast my cares on God (1 Peter 5:7) and to lean on Him. Right now: my biggest counterfeit comfort is planning. ✨everyone together now✨ Jeremiah 29:11, God ALREADY has plans and Isaiah 55:8-9 that His thoughts and ways are above ours 🩷

[@KalifaCLancaster]

I can completely relate to using relationships for conterfeit comfort and I too was brought closer to God through a heartbreak. I thank God everyday for that because it was one of the most freeing experiences of my life 💜

[@jessicajefferson6764]

My counterfeit comfort is food as well! One more for me is my ex-boyfriend. I still feel like I need to share my life with him , silly social media posts, etc. Through God and therapy, I am in expectation I will fully overcome these things. It's already happening !

[@blessedandfree2025]

Thank you, Father, for breaking the connection I had with food and comfort. It was difficult, but I'm glad you set me free today, and this video was confirmation. I pray for my sisters watching this video that you would set them free from their counterfeit comforts. In Jesus' name, Amen 💚

[@Niqueabooo2121]

Hey sis :) This video really jumped out at me. I have been struggling with food and honestly KZbin shorts. Just the fact that it is easy to scroll, and scroll is a problem and Food is a comfort for me. I just don't want these this to be idols in my life anymore! Everything you talked about I went through as well and I call it my spiritual journey. God uses our life lessons to get our attention and teach us things, it's up to us to listen. Jesus saves us all the time! and He Saves!! Praise God in the Highest! Glory be only to God. In Jesus Holy precious name and holy blood, Amen.

[@Truckthisnurse]

So last night a had a troubling dream. And this morning I was thinking what could this dream mean. Now the thought pops up to look the dream up. I said to myself, no. Because I had learned that looking up dreams isn’t good. Then I see your post! God is always on time! That was a comfort. I worry too much at times and overthink things. The dream was scary but I will wait on God to give me revelation of it. And sometimes dreams are just dreams..

[@musfiqahpeters7756]

My counterfeit comforts are literally all yours, it's like God sent me here to watch this I really enjoy your content Melody ❤

[@MelodyEvolving]

Oh my! Where do I even start. The obsessive thoughts of relationship "my husband", food and social media. Those are the counterfeit comforts that I am presently dealing with and keep coming back to. In addition, astrology. I cringe at zodiac signs and how so many people swear by them but then I find myself having the urge to read mine with the excuse of 'I don't believe it, I just want to see what it says for the month/day". Ultimately, I looking to it for answers that I should most certainly be looking to God for. I needed this video so much.

[@p.micheleraines9073]

Mine is also food. Another is touch. Going through a divorce right now and it is hard but God has been a HUGE COMFORTER and I have totally turned to Him.. He has sent little children to me (I'm a teacher) and it has been a real blessing on the hard days.

[@opalcrawford9965]

Loved the video today!! My #1 Counterfeit Comfort is FOOD and one that HE has freed me from is a relationship of 20+ years. I thought I wouldn't make it without this person in my life but once God freed me, I realized my life was at a standstill because of that relationship. God is GOOD!!

[@The1andonlyLaurynP]

My counterfeit comfort would be lust of the eyes . I just feel that I need so much and that if I don’t have it I won’t be fulfilled but watching this video & going to church early this morning made me realize I have everything I need . Just gotta pray & keep reading the word daily & giving God that time to change my life and giving me what I need and want but all at his discretion 🙌🏾

[@kd1675]

You must have some sort of listening device in my home because right when I’m struggling with something, here’s your video at the top of my feed ready to save me 😂❤

[@bloom53834]

Yes, please do a video on conviction 🙏🏾

[@ginagales142]

my counterfeit comforts are Chardonnay and shopping for clothes. I do spend time with Jesus and in the word daily but I'm still struggling with these vices. Your content is such a blessing! Thank you for sharing your testimony and helping people know God!

[@lifewithlois]

saw the "counterfeit comfort" in the video and IMMEDIATELY liked the video - girl love your relatable content

[@TheSharmiyao]

Oh she stepped on my toes! haha Food has definitely been a comfort as well as ppl . I've been working on surrendering both to God. I'm in a season of being to myself more and I'm loving it. I keep coming across gentle reminders, like this video, that I'm on the right path. Lifting us all up. xoxo

[@arletheapressley391]

This video was for ME. Oh my God, I am struggling with so many of these counterfeit comforts right now but especially SOCIAL MEDIA! Thank God for sending me your word through my sister Melody. I SO enjoyed today's video.

[@kenidisanders1161]

The Lord is walking me through the counterfeit comfort of relationships and social media, using ministry as a crutch, and serving others at the expense of my own self and what He wants me to do.

[@keishacunningham2511]

My counterfeit comforts are social media, shopping and sweet treats.

[@Chrissynysc]

Such a powerful and timely video for me! Thank you for letting God use you in this way. Your transparency is refreshing. Here are my counterfeit comforts: Companionship (been single for a minute!) Physical intimacy/closeness (celibacy is my goal). I've been feeling like I'm "missing out" and tempted to settle for the sake of having someone to touch (real talk) Professional achievements: I'm striving for a certain certification that I've placed on a pedestal. It's a hard process, and I'm asking God to help me through the disappointment. I need to remember I'm enough regardless.

[@Bossmomtales]

food, smoking and social media are definitely counterfeit comforts for me. It use to be drinking as well, but I’ve been freed from that.

[@doneciadavis7717]

Melody, it's been awhile since I commented, like a long while. However, the Holy Spirit is pressing me to share. My counterfeit comforts was definitely food as a young girl which still at time seek at times. I am a Caribbean native so ( iykyk). Your video about the Daniel fast little over three years or so was such an inspiration I obeyed the Holy Spirit and participated. As a matter of fact, because of the video I was able to binge watch nearly all of your videos. Since a little over a year now you're Monday videos is a religious Tuesday morning routine for me ❤. Next is going through my adolescent stages Relationships. Not limited to a significant others but also family, friends, church family and colleagues. I was one to people please. Not until I can say two years or so now I have tamed my relationships to become more closer with God and relying on him to give me the right mindset to distinguish between right and wrong with the Holy spirit for each and every decision minor or major. Melody, lately I've been recognizing how the Lord is intertwining both my pastor and your videos. Mind Blowing!!! God is really showing himself to me and at this point in my life I refuse to disappoint Him. Yes, I am not perfect in no way but I am definitely convicted more than ever. I am GREATFUL for the conviction as you mentioned. Melody! God is doing a GREAT work in you! Keep on Keeping on! Encouraging, Inspiring and yes convicting us to draw closer to the God by His Holy Spirit. Over the years I have seen the Lord using you as a vessel to gather more of His Saints. Your a true lady with Wisdom from God🙌 Such a Blessing ❤🌹

[@sheilarichard4610]

Oh wow I had the same counterfeit relationships. I also use to smoke as well but God have delivered me from both. Thank you Jesus!! 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@naturallyshan9804]

I share many of the counterfeit comforts you shared in your testimony and it was really helpful to hear that. In this new walk that I am in with Christ, sometimes it's hard fighting the shame and regret of the things I used to do in the past and I forget that my conviction is not meant to make me feel less than or unworthy, but to remind me of who I am and whose I am. A video on conviction would be amazing to watch!

[@RaimaBetkle]

Melody I really want to thank you for your obedience in being transparent many of us struggle with the things God overcame within you and we are grateful to God for you !

[@FavouredLadyT]

The Lord is freeing me from laziness and procastination

[@kgomotso__precious]

I think my comforts are KZbin and maybe sleep. But my sleeping routine has gotten better thanks to God. I just need to get my Bible reading in check. Will be journeying through Mark ❤. As for relationships maybe the gent I no longer speak with was a sense of comfort for me. Especially in my anxious times . With all of that said. Worship has helped tremendously.

[@TheDomElle]

Sis! This video was so needed. I am getting deeper with my intimacy with God and I’m currently having these revelations of the counterfeit comforts. The main one I am struggling with now is relationships. Thank you for your transparency with your testimony. It is really helping me navigate this area of my life. The warfare has been real causing me to doubt my worth with the current state of my dating life, but I have been trying to combat that with increasing my time with God and in His word. Also, YES! Please drop that video of conviction! Thank you for being this voice and a vessel for the Lord. ❤

[@melliemel32]

He is helping me get free from food!!! There was a time in my life when it was getting a husband too. Still working to SUBMIT the food thing & a hubby to Him. I was supposed to give a word on this (idolatry) on Wednesday, but it got postponed…I am excited about the fact that the LORD is speaking this through His Holy Spirit! HALLELUJAH!!!!

[@dominiquel.hernandez9240]

My counterfeit comfort is sleep. I choose to sleep when I’m bored or after I eat a meal. I choose sleep over exercise. My other counterfeit comfort is food. I choose to go out and buy food rather than making food at home. Or I think I need a little snack so I go out and get a cake pop from Starbucks or family dollar for the .99 chips. Lastly, is a husband/ marriage.

[@audryross]

It's amazing how I'm just from doing my morning journaling and today it was really about just appreciating how God has been so loving towards me. Then why is it so hard for me to just love Him wholly and fully? This video might just have come up at the right time because it has just emphasized on the many counterfeits I've been indulging in. Temptation of the flesh is real. Wanting to feed it what it desires without thinking about the aftermath.... Thank you for sharing sis❤

[@ruekaw7482]

One of my counterfeit comforts is fantasy/daydreaming… I never realized how much time it has taken over my life and has prevented me from living my life to the fullest and in the present. Knowing that I’m not alone has helped, and I hope that God would free me from fantasizing about things that are not me and not FOR me

[@paulineward5929]

Def need a video on conviction! ❤

[@nikkiash2884]

My biggest comfort that iv normalized all of my adult years is the need for a relationship. Just to feel loved wanted and a small sense of belonging. Iv never felt like I belonged not even in my family or with “friends “.

[@ItsTiffanyMaria]

Whew, this was good. Mine are 1) foods 2) social media, and 3) vanity (not so much conceit but more so being obsessed with self-care). I didn’t realize number three was an obsession until now. Thank you so much for this message, Melody. It was much needed. 🫶🏽

[@lelilyca7497]

So timely! Thank you Jesus 🎉

[@nicolelee7548]

Thank you for this! God is really speaking to me. I have many counterfeit comforts that God is guiding me through now.

[@neish5486]

Thank you sis in Christ! Ontime as always! I love how God continuously blows my mind like this!

[@hazelbasiiil]

Definitely food, social media, spending. I think that turning to these things when I’m depressed or stressed will help me, and now I know I can use them as opportunities to get to know God better.

[@rhodakim3800]

Uuuu truly deep and profound. My counterfeit comforts are food, mostly sweets foods..music,friends, marriage, wanting to be out to the mall and always planning for it. Lastly, buying clothes it feels shopping will just be comforting but it only hurts especially money wise

[@siedascorp85]

This one REALLY hit home for me!! I have all the same counterfeit comforts. It feels impossible to break away from them, but I know I can't do it without God's help.

[@sierrashantee]

Definitely the drinking. I know I need to stop all together. I’ve prayed for God to take the desire from me.

[@jeannelikejean]

Hey girl! First video of yours I'm watching and whew this was good to me. I took the time to not only write down my current list of ongoing counterfeit comforts but also the comforts I've overcome (one way or another, before my relationship with God really blossomed). I normally don't give myself enough credit for the things I've overcome in life and now having a list of things I can say I no longer depend on to make me feel better makes me feel so so good. A great reminder of the faith God has in US before we're even aware of our faith in HIM! Thanks for this :)

[@ccbutterfly1104]

Wow! Also TV is my counterfeit comfort. I am a reality tv junky.

[@kimberlymoore5086]

Thank you for being transparent! It’s sugar for me.. But that spirit is about to bow it’s knee!

[@millie_beleme]

My counterfeit comfort is friendships. I didn’t always have the easiest home life so I always looked to my friends as an escape. Especially before I had relationship with Christ. Also, due to me leaning on friendship for support it also led to other counterfeit comforts such as smoking, drinking, going out, relationships because like you said, it’s so normalized and we think that’s what we should be doing.