Breaking Through Barriers

Bro. Duane Jackson encourages believers to break through spiritual barriers, emphasizing faith in God’s Word. He uses the story of Esther and scriptures like Romans 8:38-39 to illustrate how fear and doubt can block our communion with God. Jackson calls for boldness in overcoming these obstacles through trust in God’s promises, reminding the congregation of the power of praise and the spoken Word to bring deliverance and breakthrough.

Scripture References:

• Romans 8:38-39 – “For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life… shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
• 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 – “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds…”
• Esther 4:14-16 – The story of Esther’s courage in approaching the king despite the risk, demonstrating faith and overcoming fear.
• Ephesians 6:17 – “Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
• 1 John 4:18 – “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear.”
• 2 Kings 7 – The prophecy of Elisha and the lesson on faith versus doubt, leading to a breakthrough for the city of Samaria.
• Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
• Matthew 17:20 – “If you have faith as a grain of mustard seed… nothing will be impossible for you.”