The Battle Before the Breakthrough | Voice of God with Joseph Z

**Join Joseph and Heather Z, alongside Pastor Ben and Kara Diaz, as they explore the power of faith in overcoming trials. They encourage embracing God's guidance and supporting one another through difficult moments, while advocating for genuine heart transformation, resilience, and growth in our spiritual journeys.** Pastor Ben shares the difficult experiences he has gone through during the course of his ministry and how God delivered him from them all. He emphasizes the importance of guarding our hearts during times of trial, as this will enable us to collaborate with the Holy Spirit to fulfill God's perfect plan. Kara conveys that we don't have to bear the weight of our past disappointments; instead, we can surrender them to God and move boldly forward.  Learn more about Z Ministries by following the link below: https://linktr.ee/zministries  He also cautions against distancing ourselves from God during life's difficulties. He encourages us not to feel ashamed of our experiences. Instead, we should hold onto our faith firmly and trust that God will guide us through to the other side. Heather warns that the devil often takes advantage of vulnerable moments to attack us, urging us to support one another during tough times and not isolate ourselves. She cautions against falling into shame, reminding us that everything we go through serves the purpose of bringing glory to God's name.  Pastor Ben emphasizes the necessity of upgrading our hearts to improve our lives, warning against settling for mediocrity, which can confine us to situations we do not want. He cautions against the pitfalls of religion, which is fixated on merely modifying behavior and performance. Instead, he asserts that a genuine transformation of the heart aligns everything in our lives, allowing us to navigate our challenges with grace and ease.  Heather encourages us to give ourselves grace as we grow in various areas to help us reach our potential. Pastor Ben and Kara outline methods for guarding our hearts, assuring us that the Holy Spirit will assist us in this if we allow Him. November 21, 2025