Pursue Spiritual Revelation

Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary, Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a comprehensive discourse on spiritual identity, practical stewardship, and the necessity of revelation. Grounded in Ephesians 1, the message challenges believers to move from being "regular folks" to empowered students of the Word.Apostle Conliff emphasizes that a believer’s life must be anchored in the spirit of wisdom and revelation. She argues that understanding "who you are and whose you are" is vital; without a firm grasp of one’s identity in Christ, individuals are susceptible to the world’s definitions. This revelation is not automatic but requires a disciplined prayer life and continuous connection with God, as "the carnal man cannot understand the things of the spirit".A central theme is the necessity of process. Apostle Conliff compares spiritual growth to academic achievement, noting that just as one must study to attain a degree, a believer must be a "student of the word" to graduate into the blessings of heaven. She uses the testimony of a young man who overcame a broken home to earn a scholarship as a call for focus and prioritization among the youth. She rebukes the "mindset of distraction" and urges parents to ensure children are not perpetually tethered to electronic devices.Apostle Conliff provides a rigorous critique of complacency in one’s physical environment. She challenges the idea that a believer should remain in the same "10 x 10" room for years without improvement. Key points of her practical exhortation include:Managing Resources: She rebukes those who "lie" about not having enough, asserting that even pensioners can improve their surroundings with small, grateful investments like flowers or a tablecloth.Gratitude as a Catalyst: She teaches that being "grateful for little" is the prerequisite for divine expansion.Character and Home: How one cares for their home reflects their spiritual character; a disorganized or "shack-like" environment is inconsistent with honoring the King.Consistent with her teachings on divine authority, Apostle Conliff warns that believers immediately enter a "warfare of the spirits" upon joining the Kingdom. She insists that:The Flesh is Defeated: Worship must be in "spirit and in truth" because "fleshly worship" is ineffective and reminiscent of the fall of Adam.No Lukewarmness: She delivers a stern warning that Jesus will "spit out" those who are "part church and part devil".Purity in Relationships: She rebukes "unholy alliances" and "soul ties" with exes, urging believers to "resist the bait" of Satan, who seeks to "scale the Jesus out of you".Public Witness: The "unsaved" should not be "shocked" by a believer's behavior; rather, the church must "contend for the faith" by expressing the character of Christ in all settings.The sermon concludes with a call to radical abandonment of the world. Apostle Conliff highlights the example of Peter, whose shadow eventually healed the sick after he moved from betrayal to total consecration. She implores the congregation to resist the devil, take God seriously, and ensure their "soul finds rest in Jesus," as everything on earth, from degrees to houses, is temporary compared to one’s eternal home.Rec. Date: 15th December, 2024