Lighting Your Path

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Lighting Your Path

Apostle Allison Smith-Conliff (Lead Pastor of Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary Ministries) delivers sermons rife with Godly wisdom, biblical revelation and Christ-centred counsel designed to illuminate the pathway to a fulfilling earthly life and a Heaven bound eternal life just as Jesus intended. "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid." - Matthew 5:14 KJV

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    The God of Order

    Apostle Allison Smith-Conliff teaches that God is a God of order, so spiritual life and ministry cannot be done casually. The Apostle begins by pointing to the strict detail required under the Law (even priestly items like the prayer shawl with specific colours and knots) to show that divine service is done by instruction, not impulse. When God gives an assignment, He also sets the standard for how it must be carried out, and our first responsibility is to “hearken” (listen and respond) to His voice. The foundation of Ezekiel 3 is God telling Ezekiel to “eat the scroll.” The scroll represents the Word of God, and eating it means daily study until Scripture fills the inner person, mind, spirit, and conscience, so the messenger becomes what they proclaim. The Word is “sweet as honey”: it nourishes, steadies, and strengthens, even when the message itself may confront sin. The sermon makes it plain that believers cannot face temptation, discouragement, or demonic pressure on an empty spiritual stomach. If you want to stand firm and overcome, you must keep feeding on the Word so you can answer the enemy with Scripture (as Jesus did in the wilderness). God then sends Ezekiel to Israel but warns him ahead of time that the people will not listen, because they already refuse to listen to God. This becomes a key leadership and discipleship principle: obedience is not measured by people’s response, but by whether God sent you. You may be sent to people you can relate to, yet still be resisted; you must go anyway. To prepare Ezekiel, God makes his face and forehead “hard” like flint, strong against intimidation and hostile looks, showing that God equips the one He commissions.From there, the Apostle applies the text to spiritual warfare and personal integrity. Authority cannot be borrowed; you cannot confront darkness by invoking “the Jesus” someone else preaches. Demons and opposition “smell” fear and weakness when a person lacks real authority, so each believer must know Jesus for themselves and move under God’s authorization, not under title, reputation, or personality.The sermon then turns to holiness, repentance, and witness. It warns believers not to return to the “first Adam” life of the flesh, but to crucify it and be fully immersed in Christ. Baptism is explained as immersion (not sprinkling): going under the water represents burying the old life and rising into a new identity, an outward testimony that inward repentance and cleansing have taken place. The preacher also urges the church to call back the backslider without condemning them, reminding them that God still calls people to return and be useful workers in His kingdom.Personal testimonies are used to underline that God’s preparation is practical: He can grant calm, wisdom, and strategy in moments of danger, preserve lives and purpose, and keep His people for His glory.The climax is Ezekiel’s appointment as a watchman. God places responsibility on His servants and intercessors to warn the wicked to turn and to caution the righteous who drift back into sin. The sermon challenges complacency by emphasizing that a righteous person can turn from righteousness into iniquity; therefore the watchman must speak God’s warning. If we refuse to warn, we share accountability; if we warn faithfully (even if rejected), we have obeyed God and “delivered” our own soul. The message closes with prayer for mercy, renewed prayer life, steadfastness under pressure, peace, and courage to fulfill one’s calling rather than run from it. Rec. Date: 26th September, 2024

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    The Best Choice is Jesus

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a direct call to “make a better choice with Jesus” and to treat the Christian life as the “real deal,” not an occasional habit. She stresses that consistency is not optional: serving God is not limited to Sunday morning and Thursday night, but must be 24/7, “either you’re in or you’re out.” Using Scripture (notably Psalm 119 language about keeping God’s statutes and hiding the Word in the heart), she challenges listeners to examine whether they truly have a personal walk with God or whether they rely on others’ spirituality to carry them.A major theme is the necessity of a real prayer life. She confronts the common contradiction of wanting healing, deliverance, and God’s power while neglecting personal devotion. While acknowledging that God has placed gifts in the church and that agreement prayer has value, she insists believers must also “pray without ceasing” and learn to shift situations through their own prayer and faith. She points to biblical and historical examples, Jesus Himself, Deborah, Esther, John the Baptist, and well-known revival voices, to show that spiritual authority is built in the secret place, not through image, noise, or religious routine.She warns that distractions steal time and sabotage destiny: screens, entertainment, and sinful habits can consume attention while the Savior is ignored. In sharp, memorable language, she rebukes compromises that defile the “temple” of the body, urging worship and holiness instead of addictions and unclean living. She frames the stakes plainly: sin pays wages of death, but God offers the gift of eternal life. Church fellowship matters, but it cannot replace personal fellowship; each person must confess Christ for themselves.The message also carries urgency about danger and spiritual warfare. She recounts real-life violence near members’ homes as a sobering reminder that life is fragile and believers must stay “inside the ark of safety,” now understood as the arms of Jesus. She urges the church to abandon gossip and trivial obsessions, and to “get it right” because God is cleaning up His people “from the pulpit to the pew.” She uses the potter imagery, making, shaping, and “baking”, to explain trials: pressure and heat are not pointless; they strengthen believers to withstand spiritual assault. God desires a people who are “hot,” not lukewarm, ready to go and ready to obey.Addressing families, she calls parents and guardians to raise children with God’s principles, including discipline and deliberate investment in Scripture. In moments of temptation, she argues, children won’t quote science formulas, they need God’s Word hidden in the heart. She cautions against pride, self-sufficiency, and boasting, reminding believers that standing alone invites defeat; God designed spiritual life with covering, unity, and humility.Near the end, she demonstrates how to respond when “pressures of life” squeeze: praise your way through and fight your way out, because the enemy doesn’t come gently but aggressively. Yet victory has already been won through Jesus Christ, and believers must walk in it by faith. The sermon closes in worship and prayer, asking God for renewed love for His principles, a transparent lifestyle that wins others, fresh oil and grace, healing for those in need, and salvation for those tuning in, declaring victory in the name and blood of Jesus. Rec. Date: 5th September, 2024

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    Your Success Story is Already Written

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff immediately balances promise with realism: believers may experience failures, academically, in speech, in daily tasks, or in decision-making, but these failures are not the end. Her instruction is straightforward: “Pick yourself up and go again.” She normalizes human weakness (“we are mortal man”) without excusing sin, emphasizing instead that sanctification is a process, “we are walking towards perfection.” The tone is pastoral: she wants the congregation to refuse shame, refuse paralysis, and refuse to interpret mistakes as divine rejection. Apostle Allison then pivots to hope beyond this life. She asks the congregation who is looking forward to the day Jesus returns, referencing the longing expressed in worship (“Come Lord Jesus, come”). Her emphasis is that the hardships believers endure, specifically those endured “for the sake of the gospel” (not hardships caused by wrongdoing), will be answered by the joy of seeing Christ face-to-face. She describes it as “priceless,” an “awesome moment” when the church will behold its Savior, walk with Him, and be with Him forever. This section sets a spiritual anchor: the Christian life is not simply about comfort, progress, or material increase. It is also about endurance, faithfulness, and a future unveiling where pain borne for Christ is not wasted. The message quietly challenges the congregation to differentiate between suffering for righteousness and suffering caused by compromise, reminding them that God honors sacrifice connected to His mission. Before moving into the sermon text, Apostle Allison prays for divine order over the atmosphere. She asks that God be exalted, that no flesh dominate the ministry moment, and that the Holy Spirit would ensure the people hear what God intends, both visitors and regular attendees. She specifically prays for “spiritual air” to be open, for ears to hear “the Spirit of truth,” and for “the eyes of their understanding” to open so people can be led accurately. This prayer reveals a key lens of the service: the deliverance context is not treated as emotional spectacle. Instead, it is framed as a moment of spiritual hearing and correct perception, where believers are equipped to choose rightly and resist deception. Apostle Allison introduces the night’s scriptural anchor as Joshua 24, focusing on the famous covenant call:“If it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve… but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” She emphasizes that believers must “apply yourself to study”, not only academic or practical knowledge, but the Word of God. The underlying argument is that spiritual life cannot be maintained on vibes, memories, or occasional inspiration. It requires study, understanding, and deliberate choice. She then highlights the people’s response in Joshua 24: "they answered strongly, declaring it would be unthinkable to forsake the Lord to serve other gods." Apostle Allison notes how quickly people can answer right, yet later drift into forgetfulness once a key leader (like Joshua) is gone. She points out the pattern: commitment is easy to speak in a charged moment; it must be sustained when the moment passes. A major emphasis in her exposition is remembering what God has done. She quotes the Israelites recalling God bringing them out of Egypt and preserving them along the way. She then turns the question toward the congregation: can you recall what God has done for you personally ?She stresses that many believers do not fully understand how blessed it is to be free from the kingdom of darkness and positioned in God’s kingdom. If they truly understood the difference, they would never casually flirt with darkness or take salvation lightly. Gratitude becomes a spiritual weapon: remembering God’s deliverance strengthens loyalty, renews reverence, and resists the temptation to “serve other gods” in modern forms. Rec. Date: 19th September 2024

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    Success in Obedience - Apostle Dr. Brenda Cooper

    Guest Minister, Apostle Dr. Brenda Cooper, during the 17th-Anniversary celebrations of Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary, what we call call "Glory Fest" (a week of celebratory services in the 1st week of December commemorative of the Ministry's anniversary) emphasizes a repeated lesson: there is “success in obedience,” and “you don’t get power if you don’t obey.” Even a small detail (a mark on the shoulder of the dress that made her consider changing) became part of her obedience test, she chose to obey anyway because God had spoken. The implication is that spiritual authority is not merely gifted; it is sustained and increased through submission to God’s instructions. From early in her ministry, Apostle Cooper expresses strong emotion, she says she is “so full” from what she has been hearing since Monday night, and she repeatedly urges the leaders: “Keep the glory here.” She then delivers a clear prophetic refrain: “There will be no more reproach for this house.” She states she heard this from Monday night onward, and she comes to confirm it again publicly. The term “reproach” is framed as shame, setback, disgrace, and the kind of spiritual resistance that tries to stain a ministry’s testimony. Her insistence suggests she is speaking both encouragement and warning: God is lifting the house, but the house must guard what God is doing. She addresses the leadership respectfully and then moves immediately into instruction: do not “bring down” the house meaning do not undermine what God has called the place to be. She stresses the spiritual concept of place: “God deals with place,” and believers must discern the purpose and destiny of a spiritual house. This sanctuary, she insists, is meant to be a holy place, set apart for God’s manifestation. A major thread is identity, both personal and corporate. Apostle Cooper teaches that Israel was chosen to manifest God on the earth, and she extends the principle: not everyone is chosen for certain dimensions of manifestation (“many are called and few are chosen”). She then declares specifically that Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary is called to manifest the works of God. But she immediately attaches responsibility to that calling: “Keep here clean.” This becomes one of her strongest imperatives. In her reasoning, God’s manifest presence is tied to holiness, obedience, and reverence. She warns that when people disobey and indulge sin, they lose spiritual power and the felt presence of God. She also underscores that ministry cannot be sustained without understanding. She references Solomon asking for understanding, then calls the church to understand leadership, the apostolic mandate, and what God is saying about the house. The more the people obey, she claims, the more tangible manifestations will increase, healings, miracles, signs, and deliverance. She urges the congregation to stay connected to their Apostle and not entertain accusations or negative speech about her. She also invokes the warning “touch not the Lord’s anointed,” presenting it as both spiritual principle and protection for ministry integrity. The broader emphasis is unity, covering, and resisting divisive voices that would “bring down” the house. She quotes the theme of Romans-like language: creation is waiting for the manifestation of the sons of God, but believers must “do something”, live separated, holy, righteous. Her holiness language is direct: “Be holy because I am holy… love what I love and hate what I hate.” She connects the youth demonstration to biblical courage, echoing the “Hebrew boys” (Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego) in the fiery furnace: faithfulness under pressure becomes a platform for supernatural manifestation. As she moves toward closure, Apostle Cooper calls for confidence like Joshua, courage in opposition and willingness to seek God’s advice. She speaks of David making God his source, which produced consistent victory. Rec. Date: 13th December, 2024

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    Supernatural Encounters with Divine Intervention by the Word - Apostle Dr. Martin Ugorji

    Guest Minister, Apostle Dr. Ugorji, during the 17th-Anniversary celebrations of Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary, what we call call "Glory Fest" (a week of celebratory services in the 1st week of December commemorative of the Ministry's anniversary), focuses on divine intervention, describing it as God’s prophetic, strategic, timely, and appropriate response God stepping into issues that mock a believer’s covenant rights and redemption privileges. First, every encounter begins with a concern or issue. Either the person raises an issue, or God raises one, or God addresses what is already present. Encounters are purposeful; they are not spiritual entertainment.Second, every encounter includes communication and consultation, and he rebukes believers for neglecting this. In his view, unbelievers often take the supernatural more seriously than believers do. When something does not add up, unbelievers consult spiritual sources immediately, while many believers suffer silently, grow depressed, and refuse to seek divine understanding even though they “have the truth.” Third, encounters involve parties, God and man, and an initiator (either God or man). Encounters also involve a meeting place, and may be one-time or ongoing. They also include rules of engagement, with boundaries, instructions, and conditions.He notes that in past occult practice, people crossed using animal sacrifices (chicken, goat, lamb), but for believers, that system is obsolete. Now the only legitimate crossing is through the bloodline of Jesus. Therefore, in Christian priesthood, the believer approaches God on the basis of Christ’s blood and covenant, not on human merit or ritual performance. Dr. Ugorji quotes the biblical idea that God has made believers a “kingdom of priests,” and he distinguishes between holy priesthood and royal priesthood.He repeatedly urges: “Don’t come to God as a doctor… come as a priest.” This becomes a defining takeaway, identity determines posture, expectation, and authority. At one point he calls the men to stand and directs attention to a slide outlining four roles he believes every man is called to embody:Priest — representing the family to GodProphet — representing God to the familyProvider/SustainerProtectorDr. Ugorji teaches that altars are not casual; they are spiritually enduring. He references the patriarchs, especially Abraham, who pitched tents (temporary) but built altars (permanent). Abraham’s altars, he argues, “colonized” territory spiritually, contributing to why Israel’s claim to the land became historically persistent.As he approaches the climax, Dr. Ugorji grounds everything in Christ. He declares that the cross is the highest altar in the universe and teaches that Jesus has seven altars on the cross, seven places where blood flowed, each addressing common human problems.He enumerates them “from head to toe”:Crown of thorns — he links thorns to Genesis’ curse and interprets this bloodshed as dealing with poverty, lack, and want.Sweat of blood — he interprets this as dealing with toiling, struggle, and sweating; he argues God never designed believers for oppressive striving.Bloodied face (slapping) — he interprets this as dealing with slander, misrepresentation, and lies.Pulled beard — he interprets this as dealing with shame and reproach (citing the disgrace associated with beard abuse in biblical culture).39 stripes on the back — he connects this to healing, noting (from his medical framing) the idea of deadly diseases, presenting the stripes as comprehensive provision for sickness and disease.Nails in hands and feet — he interprets hands as productivity and feet as stability, teaching that Christ secured both.Spear in the side (blood and water) — he interprets the side/heart as addressing heartbreak, disappointment, emotional pain, and connects water and blood to birth imagery, saying the church was “born” from this.Rec. Date: 12th December, 2024

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    Fear not, God is with you - Pastor Nirmal Seemungal

    Guest, Minister, Pastor Nirmal Seemungal, during the 17th-Anniversary celebrations of Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary, what we call call "Glory Fest" (a week of celebratory services in the 1st week of December commemorative of the Ministry's anniversary) builds a message around Isaiah 41:10 and the charge: “Fear not, God is with you.” He frames fear as one of the greatest obstacles preventing believers from walking in God’s promises and power, distinguishing between reverential fear of God (which produces trust, peace, and obedience) and the spirit of fear (which tortures, paralyzes faith, and drives people away from purpose). The sermon repeatedly emphasizes that the antidote to fear is faith grounded in God’s Word, calling listeners to resist fear as a spiritual attack, reject fearful thoughts and speech, fix the mind on God, and step forward into ministry, witness, and obedience with boldness. The message closes with a strong prophetic encouragement that “walls of fear” are coming down and that God’s promises for individuals and for Lighthouse will come to pass, urging believers not to disqualify themselves if God has not disqualified them. Pastor Nirmal draws five clear reasons from the verse: God is with you; God is your God; God will strengthen you; God will help you; God will uphold you with His righteous right hand. These are presented as direct grounds for refusing fear in any season. Reverential fear of God: produces trust, confidence, peace, rest, joy, and obedience.Spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7): produces anxiety, depression, terror, restlessness, and spiritual/mental bondage, its aim is to torture and immobilize. He teaches that fear often feels real (“false evidence appearing real”) and must be confronted by actively building faith in Scripture (“feed your faith and starve your doubt”). Using the spies’ report and Israel’s retreat from the Promised Land, he argues fear and unbelief can keep people wandering and delayed, while Joshua and Caleb model faith (“we are well able… the Lord is with us”). He lists how fear is used to: immobilize faith, stop believers from possessing promises, prevent witnessing, hinder praying for the sick, and keep people from operating in spiritual gifts and callings. He calls listeners to identify specific fears by name, rebuke the spirit of fear, and practice biblical resistance (James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:9): submit to God, resist the devil, and refuse fear any “place” in the mind. A major strategy emphasized is mind-discipline: reject fearful words, refuse fear-filled focus, and keep thoughts “stayed” on God (Isaiah 26:3) for perfect peace. He illustrates with Jairus, “fear not, believe only.” He declares that background factors (race, nationality, education, past trouble, etc.) do not disqualify God’s people, and stresses that if God hasn’t disqualified you, you shouldn’t disqualify yourself. The sermon culminates in a faith declaration: fear is being broken, boldness is released, and believers should “take back” what the enemy has stolen (marriage, children, life, purpose), because God remains faithful and present with His people. Rec. Date: 11th December, 2024

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     The Believer’s God-given authority, identity, and responsibility

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on the believer’s God-given authority, identity, and responsibility. The preacher teaches that Christians are not meant to live powerless or defeated, because Jesus explicitly gives His disciples authority “over all the power of the enemy” (Luke 10:16–19). The sermon calls the church to be mission-minded, to represent Christ faithfully in speech and conduct, and to live by faith rather than feelings, especially in hardship, sickness, or emotional battles. The Apostle also stresses that God does not forget His people and urges believers to maintain joy, holiness, and order, while relying on prayer, the Word, and the Holy Spirit. Finally, the sermon warns that deliverance must be followed by a filled, submitted life, otherwise spiritual oppression may return “worse than the first” (Luke 11), reinforcing the need for maturity and ongoing spiritual discipline. Luke 10:16 is emphasized: to hear/receive Christ’s messengers is to hear Christ; to reject them is to reject God’s sending authority.Encouragement: don’t be shaken by rejection, God’s grace is welcomed, not forced. The sermon contrasts the determination of worldly people pursuing goals with how believers sometimes lose focus after “road bumps.”Call: be aligned with the Great Commission and stay unified. Luke 10:19 is a central anchor: authority to “trample” and power over the enemy; nothing shall harm the believer walking rightly in Christ.The preacher highlights “physical and mental strength” and challenges believers not to accept ongoing defeat, fear, or oppression as normal. Strong emphasis on the tongue: habitual negative confession (“I hurting,” “I sick,” etc.) can keep people bound in expectation and mindset.Believers are urged to speak in alignment with God’s promises (healed, delivered, restored) and to “pull” desired outcomes by faith. Grace is described as unmerited favor; mercy as forgiveness and being spared deserved judgment.The sermon urges reflection near year-end: “What have you done with your life…in the kingdom?” (a call to spiritual accountability and growth). Luke 11:9–13 is used: Ask, Seek, Knock, God responds, and the Father gives the Holy Spirit to those who ask.The preacher warns against being “half-baked”/lukewarm Christians: immaturity misuses power; spiritual tools require training and discipline. Luke 11 teaching: an unclean spirit can return to an “empty” swept house with more wicked spirits, making the person’s latter state worse.Application: after deliverance, keep Jesus central; don’t leave spiritual “space” for re-entry. “A house divided cannot stand” is applied broadly: don’t tear down your own household/church/body of Christ through careless talk.Practical integrity: respect God’s house; keep order; serve faithfully (ministry is not to be treated casually). The closing prayer asks God for endurance, open doors, salvation for seekers, and healing for the ill, weary, and wounded, reinforcing God’s ongoing care and sufficiency. Rec. Date: 8th December, 2024

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    Here Am I, Send Me: From Unclean Lips to Holy Messenger

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on Isaiah Chapter 6, exploring the profound vision of the prophet Isaiah and its relevance to modern believers. The message emphasizes supernatural encounters with God, divine cleansing, and the call to service. The apostle introduces the sermon by revealing that the upcoming year’s theme will be “supernatural encounter with divine intervention through His word,” building upon the current year’s theme of “favor and service.”The Apostle begins by defining what constitutes a biblical vision: a supernatural encounter with God that is often a revelation of God’s glory or the meaning of past or future events. This definition establishes the framework for understanding Isaiah’s extraordinary experience. She emphasizes that visions occur in atmospheres where God’s supernatural glory is present, and people can fall into such visions when they maintain the right spiritual environment.The sermon explores Isaiah 6 in depth, beginning with the temporal marker: “In the year that King Uzziah died.” The apostle explains that Isaiah saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, with the skirts of His train filling the most holy part of the temple. Above Him stood the seraphim, angelic beings positioned specifically to glorify God.When Isaiah beheld this vision of God’s holiness, his immediate response was profound self-awareness: “Woe is me! For I am undone and ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts.”This moment represents a critical spiritual principle: true encounter with God’s holiness produces genuine conviction and self-awareness. Isaiah didn’t make excuses or blame others; he took responsibility for his spiritual condition.The sermon’s central transformative moment comes when one of the seraphim responds to Isaiah’s confession. Having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from off the altar, the seraphim flew to Isaiah and touched his mouth with it, declaring: “Behold, this has touched your lips. Your iniquity and guilt are taken away, and your sin is completely atoned for and forgiven.”The Apostle emphasizes that the fire of the altar in Old Testament times was never supposed to go out. If the fire went out, the priests faced serious consequences. She draws a parallel to New Testament believers: the fire in your life must never go out, or you will be in big trouble. If God is a consuming fire, His people cannot be cold, icy, or indifferent.The live coal represents purification and cleansing. Sometimes God literally has to give believers supernatural encounters for cleansing so that when they emerge, they are never the same again. These transformational encounters leave permanent marks on a person’s life, no one can tell them otherwise about what God has done.The Apostle shares powerful personal testimonies to illustrate the reality of supernatural encounters with God. She describes her own experience of being taken up to the heavens with incredible speed after the death of her first child. She testifies, “I understand what Isaiah is saying here because of experience. High and lifted up. I saw the Lord high and lifted up.”These testimonies underscore a central message: “You see that moment with Yahweh? It changes everything.”Whether going through the valley of the shadow of death, experiencing a low season, or facing a bed of affliction, one day with Yahweh will transform your situation.Following Isaiah’s cleansing, God asks: “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” The Apostle emphasizes that God is looking for runners today, men and women who will go for Him, people who will respond, “Here I am.”She notes the profound reality that God has to ask, “Whom shall I send?” when He looks through the land. This question implies a scarcity of willing, prepared servants. Rec. Date: 24th November, 2024

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    Discipleship, Purity, and Worship in Every Season

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a strong call to real discipleship, not performative Christianity, not “church on Sunday and anything after,” but a life of worship, purity, obedience, and mission. The Apostle opens with a firm personal decision: regardless of trials, testing, or pressure, “I will worship… I am going to go through with God,” standing on God’s Word because “the anchor holds.” The congregation is urged to come before God sincerely, no faking it, because God keeps record of what we do, say, and even meditate on, and Christlike character must be the same in private and in public. A major theme is that worship is not reserved for easy seasons. Believers are challenged: when life becomes difficult and “all hell breaks loose,” will you still praise and remain committed, or will you turn your back on God? The sermon frames true faith as choosing God consistently, honoring Him for who He is, not only for what He has done. The sermon defines a disciple as more than a follower. A disciple is:Following Jesus,Being changed by Him, andCommitted to His mission.So the key question is not “do you attend?” but are you being transformed and are you committed to Christ’s mission? The Apostle warns that when believers go through hardship and pull away from God, isolate, and stop listening, it becomes spiritual danger, because Satan fills the mind with confusion and distortion. The instruction is plain: don’t go through trials with emotions alone, go through with Jesus. The sermon centers on Jesus’ teaching that discipleship is proven by continuing/abiding in His Word.Jesus’ condition is emphasized: “If you continue in my word… you are indeed my disciples.” The Apostle applies this sharply: some people “move with Jesus when they want to and move with Satan when they want to.” But a child of God cannot live double-minded, Satan is not playing, and believers must not “play church.” The sermon addresses spiritual bondage: Jesus says the one who practices sin is a slave to sin, while “who the Son sets free is free indeed.” This becomes both an encouragement and a warning: freedom in Christ is precious, but it must not be treated casually or contradicted by hidden sin. The Apostle challenges a common cultural assumption heard especially at funerals: people may say someone “had good ways” and therefore is “with the angels,” but Scripture does not support that logic. The sermon insists: good works alone do not carry someone to heaven, salvation must be through Christ and His blood. “This life is your dress rehearsal for the hereafter,” and God’s Word is given to prepare us. The sermon repeatedly returns to the need for purity, clean living, clean motives, and clean private life.A major warning is given against hidden sexual sin, hypocrisy, and pretending to be sanctified while living compromised. The sermon stresses that even when gifts operate, character can be missing, yet God still may move miraculously because “the gifts are without repentance.” That is presented as a sobering thought, not an excuse: the church must pursue holiness so God’s work can flow as He desires. Toward the end, the sermon summarizes discipleship requirements with specific passages:Jesus’ call is presented as personal and non-negotiable: deny self, take up the cross, follow Christ, cling to Him, and conform to His example (even if it costs you). The sermon explains that the word “hate” in some translations is not encouraging bitterness, but priority, God must be first above every other relationship. The sermon closes by calling believers to choose one loyalty: you cannot serve God and mammon, you cannot be lukewarm, and you cannot follow Christ with mixed priorities. True discipleship is surrender, hands open, not fists raised, living in Spirit and truth, bearing fruit, and staying committed in every season. Rec. Date: 17th November, 2024

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    God Doesn’t Need Our Help, He Needs Our Obedience

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff calls believers to full surrender, righteousness, and spiritual seriousness, insisting that God is not a failure and cannot lie, therefore believers must stop trying to control God’s process and instead conform to His will. The preacher stresses that God doesn’t need our “help” (arguments, timelines, demands); He requires obedience. As believers mature in Christ, the “baggage” and repeated sins that once easily trapped them should fall away because they trust God to handle their lives rightly. A major warning is given about the season of festivities and social pressure: as celebrations roll from one event to another, many drift into the world. The message is clear: don’t “jump in the world” during festive seasons, because “when you’re in the world, you party with the devil.” Instead, the church must learn to have joy in God without compromising salvation, because understanding what we have in Christ produces reverence and stability. A strong section addresses music and spiritual influence, teaching that music “carries a spirit,” and that lyrics and atmospheres can feed either the Holy Spirit or an evil spirit. The preacher links this to the fall of Lucifer, created for worship but desiring to be worshiped, and warns that what people repeatedly listen to can “get a play in the mind,” become part of them, and influence behavior. The instruction is to choose music wisely and keep spiritual gates guarded. Using 2 Kings 6, the preacher shows how Elisha repeatedly protected Israel because God revealed enemy strategies to him, even conversations spoken privately “in the bedchamber.” This becomes a call for God to raise up holy, accurate prophets and prophetesses today, people who aren’t driven by show, money, or personal agenda, but who carry real spiritual intelligence that restrains wickedness and protects others. The sermon highlights the moment when Elisha’s servant panics because the Syrian army surrounds the city. Elisha answers: “Fear not… those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” The preacher teaches that Satan’s strategy is often isolation, getting believers to feel alone, then attacking their thoughts. But believers are never truly alone; God’s presence and heavenly resources remain active, especially in warfare seasons. When the blinded Syrian forces are led into Samaria, the king of Israel wants to kill them, but Elisha forbids it and instructs that they be fed and sent back. The result is significant: the Syrian bands “came no more” into Israel for a time, implying rest came to the nation through one prophet’s wisdom, discipline, and obedience. The sermon draws the lesson: spiritual authority isn’t only power, it’s character, restraint, and obedience that can shift a whole environment. The Apostle praises longevity and consistency: Elisha served for decades (not a short burst), and the sermon challenges believers who grow tired quickly. Elisha’s life is presented as evidence that a sustained relationship with God produces durable ministry and impact. A striking example is emphasized from 2 Kings 13:20–21: even after Elisha’s death, a dead man revived upon touching Elisha’s bones. The sermon uses this to illustrate how deeply God’s power can rest on a consecrated life, “fire in the bones” that outlasts the person’s earthly life. The sermon closes with a New Testament escalation: when Jesus died, the veil tore, the earth shook, and tombs were opened, with “many bodies of the saints” raised and appearing to many. The preacher uses this to argue: if such power was seen then, and if Elisha under the old covenant saw such manifestations, believers under grace should expect greater, yet that requires holiness, obedience, humility, and surrender. Rec. Date: 10th November, 2024

  11. 109

    Power, Prayer, and Divine Connection

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff teaches that the Church was born into power and is meant to live in that power, not as religious show, but as transformed life. Using Acts 1:8 as the starting point, the preacher emphasizes that the Holy Spirit’s power is given to believers to live above sin, and also above oppression, depression, and wickedness. The congregation is urged to receive the Word with undivided attention, because God “watches over His Word to perform it,” and those who do not trust God will struggle to truly receive from Him. The sermon centers on Cornelius, described as devout and God-fearing, generous to the poor, and consistent in prayer. The preacher highlights that Cornelius did not merely have interest in God, he had a reverential fear and a disciplined spiritual life. A key teaching is that angels still visit and minister today, because Cornelius receives an angelic visitation after Christ’s ascension. The angel does not just appear, he speaks, gives instruction, and identifies Cornelius by name, showing that heaven responds to genuine devotion. A major point is drawn from the angel’s message: Cornelius’ prayers and alms (acts of charity) “came up for a memorial before God.” The preacher explains that consistent prayer and sincere generosity are not forgotten, God records them. The sermon stresses that giving is not about show or competing amounts; it is about honoring God sincerely.The angel instructs Cornelius to send for Simon Peter, and God gives specific, accurate details about where Peter is staying. The preacher underlines God’s precision: He tells who to call, where to go, and what will happen. This becomes a teaching on divine connection, God can connect a seeker with the right person at the right time, and that connection can unlock understanding, direction, and breakthrough. Peter is presented as Cornelius’ “destiny helper,” arranged by God, not chance. The sermon then moves to Peter’s rooftop vision of a sheet containing animals considered ceremonially unclean, and the command to “kill and eat.” The preacher explains Peter’s struggle: he was already saved and already preaching, yet still carried “issues”, especially around Gentiles and Jewish purity culture. God’s correction is clear: “What God has cleansed… no longer call common or unholy.” The point is not merely dietary; God is dealing with people, removing prejudice and teaching Peter that Gentiles are not excluded from God’s plan. A key highlight is the operational way God leads: while Peter is pondering the vision, the Spirit tells him plainly that three men are looking for him, and instructs him to go with them “without hesitation,” because God sent them. The Apostle stresses that believers would avoid many mental battles and confusions if they would study Scripture, stay full of the Holy Ghost, and learn to be directed by God rather than by fear, imagination, or disorder. The sermon strongly defends the power of prayer with testimony: prayer can bring deliverance, healing, transformation, and even “extension” when someone is near death. The preacher distinguishes between panic prayers and Word-based, faith-filled prayer, teaching that God responds to faith and to His Word, because He watches over His Word to perform it, not over human panic. Believers are urged to stop only describing problems and instead declare what they want to see in Jesus’ name, aligned with Scripture. The message culminates in Peter’s realization and declaration: God is not partial, in every nation, the person who fears God and does what is right is acceptable to Him. The sermon celebrates inclusion: Gentiles are not excluded from blessing; all who fear God and seek Him are welcome. The preacher then proclaims Jesus Christ as the anointed one, empowered by the Holy Spirit, who went about doing good and healing those oppressed by the devil, and calls the Church to take up its mantle to help set people free in Jesus’ name. Rec. Date: 3rd November, 2024

  12. 108

    Faith that Fights, Worship that Wins

    Apostle Allison Smith Coniff calls believers to have active, aggressive faith, that's faith that does not merely “agree” with God, but moves, acts, and endures until victory manifests. The preacher teaches that faith can stop, shift, and change situations, and urges listeners not to “walk” with the word but to run with it, because it will empower you precisely where Satan tries to disable you. A repeated emphasis is that breakthrough begins with a firm decision: choose to become a winner, choose God’s way, and then stick with Jesus (not temporarily, not emotionally, but consistently). A major foundation laid early is that many believers, after coming to Christ, can become passive or “lull” in faith. The sermon corrects that mindset: faith must be active, because “without faith it is impossible to please God” and believers are called to walk by faith daily, not occasionally. The preacher challenges the church to seek God’s “report” about their lives, whether they are truly living in a way that reflects genuine faith rather than religious excitement or performance. The preacher re-frames the believer’s relationship with God the Father (“Abba”) by warning against a need-based approach to God, only coming to Him “for things.” Instead, the sermon emphasizes that humans were created for God’s purpose and worship, and that free, sincere worship can release what striving cannot. The message suggests that some breakthroughs would come with less strain (even less excessive “pushing and pressing”) if worship was more genuine and consistent, honoring God not just in crisis. The sermon’s main biblical teaching is drawn from 2 Chronicles 20, where King Jehoshaphat faces a vast enemy coalition (Moabites, Ammonites, and others). The preacher highlights an unavoidable reality: even when you are minding your business and living right, battles will come, and sometimes enemies “join forces” to stop your progress (education, building your home, your future). This is where the sermon introduces aggressive faith: you cannot afford spiritual passivity when opposition is determined. The Apostle stresses that believers cannot “take out” Satan by human willpower. God has given every person a measure of faith, and that faith must be developed, just like muscles develop through training. The sermon uses a vivid comparison: muscles may exist but are not visible or strong without disciplined “work.” A sharp practical warning runs through the sermon: faith is not irresponsibility. The preacher confronts the idea of claiming big goals while refusing effort, wanting to be a pilot without taking classes, wanting a job while remaining lazy, wanting results without investment. True faith cooperates with God and acts wisely; it is not wishful thinking. The message insists: put something in to get something out, and this applies spiritually and practically. A key point from Jehoshaphat’s response is that he feared, then set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast. The sermon teaches that some battles require more than casual prayer, believers may need fasting (full or partial depending on health), alignment, and seriousness. Importantly, the preacher notes that even the king was addressed directly, status does not exempt anyone from humility, prayer, or fasting. The sermon climaxes with the strategy that seems “uncommon” but is biblical: Jehoshaphat appointed singers to go before the army, praising God “in the beauty of holiness,” declaring God’s enduring mercy. The preacher highlights that when they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against their enemies. Worship is therefore presented not as decoration, but as a weapon, one that activates divine intervention when the battle belongs to God. The church is urged to be willing to “walk in the uncommon” and worship freely, without embarrassment about image, status, or reputation, because in real pressure, only God delivers. Rec. Date: 27th October, 2024

  13. 107

    Let God Handle Your Business

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff opens with a call to live intentionally and do what is right before God, emphasizing that righteousness is not complicated, it is a choice. The preacher challenges believers to be careful about companionship and influence, warning that some “friends” will not take you where you need to go spiritually, and that maturity includes discerning who truly supports your God-given decisions. A key early takeaway is that self-control, especially “holding your tongue” instead of retaliating, can become a major spiritual victory, because it gives God room to defend you, open doors for you, and “handle your business” when you choose peace over payback. From there, the sermon moves into Acts 18, focusing on the husband-and-wife ministry team Aquila and Priscilla as a model of spiritual partnership. Their unity, shared service, and consistent mention together in Scripture is presented as a pattern for marriages today: a strong marriage is one where Christ is not given “leftovers,” but is made the head and center of the home. The preacher highlights how their open home and faithful lifestyle helped many come to Christ, and stresses that serving God is not remnant-living but wholehearted alignment. The sermon then centers on Paul’s ministry in Corinth and the opposition he faced. Paul is described as preaching, reasoning, and testifying weekly, yet encountering resistance and abuse. The preacher draws a strong parallel to modern believers: when you testify of what God has done, healing, deliverance, survival, some will try to reduce it to “luck” or “chance,” but faith recognizes it as divine intervention. Believers are urged to keep sharing their testimony even when people dismiss it, because God’s work in your life is not up for public approval. A major theme is the urgency of responding to God now. Using Paul’s declaration (“your blood be upon your own heads… from now on I go to the Gentiles”), the preacher warns that there comes a point when opportunities close. This is developed into a broader appeal: mercy, grace, and salvation operate “on this side” (in this life) after death comes judgment. The sermon confronts the idea that a person can live recklessly and still expect heaven’s rewards, arguing that choices have consequences and that people will give account for the Word they received. The call is clear: if someone is not serving God now, they must decide to shift and serve Him “in spirit and in truth.” To help believers endure pressure, the preacher introduces a practical spiritual principle: store up the Word. Just as people store water and supplies for shortages, Christians must store spiritual “food” for seasons of difficulty. Another central section focuses on God’s encouragement in hard seasons. The preacher emphasizes that Paul, though bold, still needed reassurance, and God met him with a word: “Have no fear… do not keep silent… for I am with you… no man shall harm you… I have many people in this city.” The congregation is taught that God knows when believers are under pressure, and that sometimes what people with “great faith” need most is simply a fresh word from God to keep going. The sermon reinforces that God’s calling is what sustains ministry; self-sent ministry collapses under pressure, but God-sent work is upheld by God’s voice and protection. The message broadens into pastoral exhortation about the chaos of modern life, violence, sudden death, instability, and argues that church is not social gathering but empowerment for survival and victory during the week. Listeners are urged to come alert, ready to receive spiritual “fuel,” because the Word equips believers to withstand the enemy’s attacks. The preacher also stresses training the next generation: if the church does not train youth in God’s ways, the enemy will train them through devices, school influences, and culture. Rec. Date: 20th October, 2024

  14. 106

    Trials, Spiritual Power, Character, and Choosing God Fully

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff teaches that every human will face trials and tests, but God has already made provision through Jesus Christ so believers do not have to endure life alone. The Apostle urges listeners to cultivate a real one-on-one relationship with Christ, to walk in spiritual power by the Holy Spirit (not human strength), and to let their character and daily conduct prove their faith, especially in a world growing darker and more violent. The sermon opens by confronting reality: regardless of background or qualification, life includes tests and trials. The difference for believers is that God has provided help through Christ, and Christians must learn to talk to Jesus personally, not treat Him as distant or as an enemy. Using John 1:1–5 (and connected creation themes), the Apostle emphasizes that Jesus (the Word) was “from the beginning” and that all things were made by Him. From this, she highlights the spiritual principle that God’s people must recognize the power available through Christ, learning to speak with faith and shape environments with godly words rather than fear, doubt, or darkness-driven thinking. She points to how unity can accomplish much (referencing Babel-style unity) and repeatedly returns to a major warning: whoever gets into your mind can get all of you. She connects this to what’s happening in society, violence, moral collapse, destructive choices, and warns that people cannot “handle” demonic influence in their own strength; they must choose God and resist darkness intentionally. In response to brutal crimes and societal breakdown, she calls the church back to intense prayer “knee-ology with theology”, arguing that tears after the fact cannot replace spiritual warfare and intercession before and during crisis. Believers are urged to be the light they claim to be and to stop living in cycles that never change because the “formula” (choices and patterns) is wrong. A central anchor text is Zechariah 4:6: victory and progress come through God’s Spirit, not self-reliance. She stresses that salvation itself was not earned by beauty, family, or personal merit, it cost God His Son, so believers must live in humility, gratitude, and spiritual dependence. One of the strongest repeated themes is character: Christians must not be “holy in church and demonic outside,” must practice basic courtesies, must communicate well, and must not use Christianity as an image while living contrary to Christ during the week. She applies this to money integrity, honesty, jealousy, work ethic, and how believers treat neighbors year-round (not only during holidays). The Apostle challenges believers who only obey when it’s comfortable. God cannot be used to suit human preferences; He disciplines, corrects, and requires obedience. She warns against impatience and rebellion (wanting blessings “now” while delaying repentance), and teaches that repeated failure often comes back to repeated wrong choices. She cautions that depression can open doors to deeper bondage (“oppression and possession”), urging believers to seek God, pursue counsel, and return to Scripture study so purpose, joy, and spiritual stability are restored. From Acts 17, she highlights Paul’s discipline in teaching Scripture, the jealousy and persecution that rose against the gospel, and the statement that believers were “turning the world upside down” for Jesus.Paul’s message to Athens becomes a modern warning: people can be highly educated and religious yet still ignorant of the true God. The sermon underscores Paul’s call that God now commands repentance, and that a day of judgment is fixed, proven by Christ’s resurrection. Some will mock, some will listen later, but some will believe, therefore the preacher’s labor is not in vain. Rec. Date: 13th October, 2024

  15. 105

    Keep the Fire Burning

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff calls believers to maintain a living, continual spiritual fire, not “dead service”, by staying disciplined in worship, refusing distraction, separating from sin, and choosing God wholeheartedly. The Apostle frames the message around God’s command that the altar fire must never go out, then connects it to Elijah at Mount Carmel, where God answers by fire to prove He alone is the true and living God. The Apostle challenges the congregation to engage fully in worship and the Word, warning that distraction and casualness cause people to miss what God is doing. She emphasizes reverence in the sanctuary, this is “God’s time,” not social time, because spiritual attentiveness is part of keeping the fire burning. Using Leviticus 6:12–13, she teaches that the priest’s responsibility to keep the altar fire burning is a pattern for believers today: the human heart is like an altar, and God’s presence must be continually “fed” through devotion, obedience, and consistent spiritual practice. The instruction “it shall not go out” becomes a mandate for personal holiness and spiritual consistency. She calls the church into a focused season of fasting (three days mentioned) as a way to subdue the flesh, reset priorities, and lay spiritual groundwork for what they want to see before year-end and into 2025. Fasting is presented not as ritual, but as deliberate preparation for breakthrough and stability. A repeated warning is directed at modern distractions, especially constant device use and unhealthy content, because “whoever gets into your mind gets all of you.” She links this to real-world moral collapse and violence, urging parents and believers to stop allowing the kingdom of darkness to shape thoughts, habits, and future outcomes. Transitioning into 1 Kings 18, she highlights Ahab and Jezebel as an example of wicked leadership and warns believers not to blame others for their sin. If the fire is truly burning, a believer cannot comfortably partner with wickedness. Holiness is presented as necessary, not optional, because God looks for vessels He can trust. Drawing from the hardship of God’s prophets (Obadiah hiding prophets with “bread and water”), she teaches that believers must be ready for uncomfortable seasons and remain anchored. Faith is described as visible and active, when you want God to move, you must move in faith with discipline and commitment. The sermon warns against inconsistency, being “Christian today and heathen tomorrow.” She addresses moral compromise, secrecy, and dishonesty (citing the seriousness of deception and referencing the spirit of Ananias and Sapphira as a cautionary example). God’s fire is associated with purity and truth; a compromised life cannot carry spiritual authority. At the heart of the message is Elijah’s confrontation: choose decisively. If God is God, serve Him; if Baal is god, serve him. The apostle brings that question forward to today: many believers hover between devotion and compromise, but God calls for wholehearted commitment. She recounts Elijah’s confidence, repairing God’s altar, soaking the sacrifice with water repeatedly, then praying. The impossibility (wet wood, drenched offering, water-filled trench) becomes the stage for God’s power: fire falls, consumes everything, and turns hearts back. The point is that true worship and true faith bring divine proof, not performance. The closing appeal is for believers to desire deeper spiritual maturity and even the gift of the prophetic, not for status, but to live as people whose lives clearly display the God of heaven. She urges listeners to draw strength from God in the “valley of decision,” remain faithful, and let God’s fire restore, empower, and realign them. Rec. Date: 6th October, 2024

  16. 104

    Laborers in the Harvest - Sent as Lambs Among Wolves

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on Jesus sending out the seventy disciples in Luke 10, emphasizing that believers are called, equipped, and sent to serve God’s purposes in a world that can be hostile, yet must do so with spiritual maturity, endurance, and a clear sense of eternal priority. The Apostle opens by urging the congregation to value learning and discipline, using Luke’s background as a physician to highlight that accomplishment often requires study and effort, not spiritual slogans. She challenges the mindset of laziness and introduces the idea of “rebooting” one’s life, resetting spiritually when you feel stuck, drained, or unfocused, and starting again with renewed strength from God. She then points to recent testimonies (including a powerful healing/recovery story and the baptism service) to show that God’s work is active and personal, and that people are watching believers closely, sometimes quietly, until they gain courage to step forward and honor God publicly. A major practical emphasis is placed on returning to Scripture with seriousness: she encourages having a hard-copy Bible for focused, interruption-free study, highlighting how blessed believers are to have access to God’s Word and warning against taking that access for granted. Moving into Luke 10, she stresses that Jesus sent the disciples two by two, teaching that ministry should include agreement, accountability, and support, and that believers shouldn’t automatically assume they must do everything alone. From there, she focuses on Jesus’ statement: “The harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few.” Her challenge is direct: the need isn’t lack of people in church, but lack of consistent, willing “farmhands”, believers prepared to work, serve, and stay committed. She explains that serving Christ includes seasons of pressing and crushing (like grapes becoming wine): God uses pressure to remove spiritual “lumps” and dark attachments so the believer becomes refined and usable. She urges listeners to surrender to God’s process rather than resist it. Another key point is spiritual warfare and discernment: believers are sent “as lambs among wolves,” meaning the opposition is real and often unseen. Unlike natural conflict, spiritual enemies can’t be observed with the physical eye, so Christians must stay sharpened through prayer and dependence on God. She addresses fatigue, heavy responsibilities, and discouragement, reminding the church that God strengthens those who diligently seek Him and that fear must be confronted with God’s promises. She also warns strongly about church hurt and hypocrisy, especially when those serving in visible or supportive roles live in ways that contradict the faith. Every ministry matters (including cleaning, administration, and helps), and believers must not become stumbling blocks that push seekers away from God. She urges steadfastness: people may come and go, but one’s commitment to serve God must not be dependent on others’ behavior. The sermon repeatedly calls for wholehearted devotion, serving God 100%, trusting Him instead of worldly systems or quick-fix hopes. She highlights division as a weapon of Satan: when relationships fracture and believers separate from fellowship, accountability, and spiritual covering, the enemy gains advantage (“a house divided cannot stand”). Real-life examples are used to show how destructive division can become if not corrected. Turning to the disciples’ return in Luke 10, she emphasizes Jesus’ teaching that believers should not merely celebrate spiritual power (“even the demons submit”), but rejoice most that their names are written in heaven. She frames this as the urgency of “heavenly citizenship”: church attendance and emotional moments are not enough if a person doesn’t truly secure their eternal standing with God, because once life ends, no one can change that destination. Rec. Date: 29th September, 2024

  17. 103

    Accountability for your Eternity

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a direct, “sobering” call to biblical doctrine, holiness, and spiritual identity, anchored primarily in 1 Corinthians 6 (especially vv. 9–20) and supported by Ephesians 1. The Apostle stresses that believers must know Scripture for themselves, encouraging even children to own a personal Bible as a “manual for life,” and warning against diluted or “comic” versions that mix non-biblical material into what is presented as Scripture. She frames this as a foundational issue of sound doctrine and accuracy. A central theme is eternal accountability: the preacher underscores that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s kingdom, insisting salvation is not a “magical prayer” after death and that each person decides their eternal direction while alive. She challenges cultural assumptions that a funeral service, religious ritual, or public prayer can “transition” someone from hell to heaven after they have died. Instead, she presses the urgency of repentance and righteous living now, especially for the young, who may assume they have “time” to change later. Moving through 1 Corinthians 6:9–10, she highlights specific sins the text names (sexual immorality, idolatry, adultery, theft, drunkenness, etc.) and repeats the biblical warning “be not deceived”, meaning people must not fool themselves into thinking ongoing sin is compatible with inheriting the kingdom. She addresses modern sexual pressure on teenagers, condemns exploitation of minors by adults, and warns that immoral choices carry spiritual consequences even if they are normalized socially. The sermon then pivots to the hope-filled turning point of the passage: “such were some of you… but you are washed… sanctified… justified” (1 Cor. 6:11). She emphasizes that the gospel brings real transformation, and that a believer’s past can become a testimony—without returning to it. She rejects the idea of using grace as permission to continue in compromise, explicitly challenging the doctrine of “once saved, always saved” as incompatible with abiding faithfully in Christ. Another major focus is the body as God’s temple. The Apostle teaches that freedom in Christ is not freedom “to go into folly,” and that believers must stop treating the body as personal property to use however they wish. She argues from 1 Corinthians 6 that the believer’s body is a member of Christ and that joining oneself sexually to ungodliness pollutes the temple. Using practical, memorable examples (including how small disobedience can affect spiritual sensitivity and ministry), she calls the church to develop character integrity, to be the same person inside and outside church, because inconsistent living damages witness and pushes unbelievers away. She also reassures listeners that God can still use people with difficult pasts, referencing biblical examples such as Rahab and Paul, showing that deliverance and purpose are possible, but only if a person does not “go back” after being cleansed. The sermon closes by tying holiness to spiritual inheritance and calling through Ephesians 1: believers need wisdom and revelation to grasp “the hope of His calling” and “the riches of His inheritance in the saints,” and that inheritance is for the blood-washed, sanctified, and obedient. The final prayer asks that the congregation not “miss heaven,” that those struggling come into alignment, and that God rekindle passion, liberate His people, and strengthen them to overcome spiritual pressure. Rec. Date: 22nd September, 2024

  18. 102

    Anchored, Steadfast and Immovable

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff calls for believers to become anchored in the Word of God, insisting that worship alone, while vital, is not sufficient without consistent Scripture intake and obedience. The Apostle teaches that when believers neglect the Word, they drift into sin because the conscience is no longer being “awakened” daily to righteousness. The central exhortation is drawn from 1 Corinthians 15:58: believers must be steadfast, unmovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord, with confidence that their labor is not in vain. A key emphasis is spiritual discipline and seriousness: the Christian life demands commitment regardless of job pressures, schedules, or personal responsibilities. The message challenges “convenient Christianity” and urges the church to stop functioning on spiritual appearance alone, warning that without biblical grounding, people can be easily misled by wrong doctrine or persuasive preaching. Being steadfast is framed as loyalty and firmness in the gospel, an inner resolve that refuses to compromise even when voices of authority speak contrary to Scripture. The sermon also stresses spiritual authenticity and holiness, teaching that power over darkness is connected to living a Word-formed life. The Apostle warns against believers who merely “mimic” church behavior instead of truly walking God’s path, arguing that obedience and holiness are what rout demonic opposition. She expands this into a broader spiritual warfare lens: evil is real, satanic influence is active in society, and believers must not be naïve or passive. Instead, they must be equipped with Scripture, a genuine prayer life, and a lifestyle that stays “under the blood.” Another recurring thread is God’s faithfulness in hardship. The Apostle shares personal testimony about a severe medical crisis years ago (including forced fasting and life-threatening complications) to show that even when circumstances look fatal, God can “set you up” for rescue and intervention. This testimony is used to strengthen listeners: difficult seasons are not proof God has failed, but an opportunity to remain unmovable, trust God’s plans, and let faith stay active rather than becoming passive. From there, the sermon encourages believers to work for God with expectancy, explaining that “abounding” means to flourish, prevail, increase, and flow in kingdom service. The Apostle teaches that God rewards faithful labor in ways beyond what people expect through favor, provision, and divinely arranged outcomes. She challenges the church to value God above career success and comfort, reminding listeners to remember God when blessings come and not to grow dull or ungrateful. The message widens into family and cultural urgency: the Apostle warns that the times are dangerous, violence, fear, spiritual deception, and attack against youth are increasing, so households must rebuild prayer discipline, especially among children. Believers are urged to stop treating God like an “on-call option” and instead seek Him as a necessity, echoing Deuteronomy 4:29 (seek God with all heart and soul). She also cautions against destructive relationships and spiritual “callings” that are not from God, urging discernment about who is influencing one’s life, even through dreams. In closing, the Apostle reinforces spiritual authority and perseverance using Luke 10:19 (authority over all the power of the enemy) and Luke 22:31–32 (Satan’s desire to sift believers, and Jesus’ intercession that faith will not fail). The congregation is charged not only to survive spiritual pressure but to come through refined and then strengthen others. The closing prayer declares believers as overcomers, asking for rescue, healing, peace, provision, encouragement, and an “atmosphere shift” for those under heavy burdens.Rec. Date: 8th September, 2024 

  19. 101

    At the feet of Jesus

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on “the persons at the feet of Jesus”, the crowds who deliberately moved toward Christ because His name carries power and His presence draws people for healing, transformation, and truth. The preacher emphasizes that background does not determine whether God will use you; rather, it is your decision, determination, and willingness to serve that positions you for God’s use. She frames love as the defining evidence of real Christianity, warning that spiritual gifts, good appearance, or church activity without love and visible fruit equals religion without transformation. She challenges listeners to examine what “comes out” when they are pressured or angered, arguing that believers must reflect their new Father (God) rather than the old life, and that even anger must be governed by holiness (“be angry but sin not”).Using Matthew 15:29–39 (Jesus healing the lame, blind, mute, and feeding the multitude), she highlights how the crowds brought the broken directly to Jesus, even up a hillside, removing excuses and modeling persistence. She confronts modern inconsistency: people stay home from church for minor discomforts but show unwavering commitment to work or money, stressing that prioritizing God is essential and that what you sow is what you reap. She also stresses giving God one’s “best” (attention, reverence, preparation), applying it to both in-person worship and livestream participation.A major theme is that Jesus not only healed but also had compassion and provided practical care, noting He tracked that the crowd had been with Him three days, teaching that God takes account of time spent in His presence. She calls for believers, especially those called to ministry, to seek God deeply so He can use them mightily, lamenting that the church can become “wealthy but weak” when focus shifts from love and power to material priorities. She urges gratitude (even before meals), obedience to divine instruction, and faith to place even “small” resources in God’s hands so He can multiply them, linking this to generosity, stewardship, and refusing jealousy/comparison.She corrects spiritual extremes that shame people for using medical help (loans, surgeries, C-sections), arguing that God can provide in different ways and that wisdom matters, miracles and medical procedures are not mutually exclusive. The sermon concludes with a strong call to witness and evangelize, insisting people should be drawn to believers because Jesus is evident in their lives, not because they “bombard” others with religion. The closing prayer asks for healing, deliverance, restoration, peace, and divine intervention for physical illness and personal crises, encouraging listeners to “touch” God by faith as the woman with the issue of blood did, and to recommit to honoring God’s mercy and grace.Rec. Date: 28th July, 2024

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    Spiritual Empowerment and Enlightenment

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff preaches based on Ephesians 1:15-23, this sermon emphasizes the need for believers to be spiritually enlightened, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and clothed in the full armor of God to effectively wage spiritual warfare in these last days.When Adam disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden, he surrendered his God-given dominionSatan, though fallen, still infiltrates God’s spaces, including churchesTaking the name of Jesus automatically puts you on the battlefield, it’s instant, like automatic doors openingSatan doesn’t give new believers a grace period; the battle begins immediatelyHowever, God has given us power over ALL the powers of the enemyYou cannot pick and choose which pieces to wear, it comes as a complete packageYou can’t wear the gospel boots but refuse the helmet of salvationEvery believer called by Jesus is directed into warfareYou must be equipped with:The Word became flesh and came to Earth to intervene in human affairsThe Bible is your manual: “Read, pray, and obey”The Word of God is full of power and authority“We can take up any deadly thing and it shall not hurt us” when God’s Word is at work in our livesYou must be a doer of the Word, not just a hearerPaul prayed for the Ephesians to receive:Apostle Conliff prayed the same blessing over the congregation:Your heart has eyes, it’s the core of your beingJust as your physical heart keeps you alive, your spiritual heart must be guarded“Guard your heart, for out of it flows the issues of life”Don’t hide unforgiveness in your core beingDon’t let evil come out of that centerBe flooded with light by the Holy SpiritSome people claim Holy Spirit and tongues were only for the early disciples, this is falseJesus said, “Wait until the power comes” (Acts 1:8)Without Holy Ghost power, you cannot be effective, you’ll just be traditional and ritualisticThe power makes the difference between genuine ministry and empty religionHoly Spirit leads and guides us into all truthToo many believers are fake, acting one way in church, another way at work“We act our role in church, but when we go to our workplace, we are like beasts”Where did Jesus go between Sunday and Monday?You cannot serve God on Sunday and leave your Savior out on MondayDon’t be a “Hollywood/Bollywood” Christian, acting out scenes instead of living authenticallyLiving for God takes dedication; it’s not always about feeling excitedWarning about communicating with the dead: If your deceased relatives appear in dreams, that’s not them, it’s SatanReal-life testimony: A 17-year-old girl who sold herself to the devil through incantations, tattoos, and piercings refused deliverance and died shortly afterYour dreams should be sanctified, be alert even when sleepingGod doesn’t make errors, He deliberately placed you in your specific familyEven if your family has alcoholics, bandits, or dysfunction, God knewHe placed you there to be the light in the darknessDon’t fight your family background; God is using you as a beaconWhether born to married or unmarried parents, you didn’t choose, God ordained itManage your finances properly, don’t mismanage what God gives youIf your vessel has holes, God will stop pouring into itDon’t build on government land and expect prayer to protect illegal actionsDon’t hoodwink systems (like social welfare) be true ChristiansIf you’re young and strong, don’t pretend to have ailments to collect benefits“Don’t make your God look bad”“There is no better place to be than serving God. Know the Father through the Son, Jesus, is the only way. We have a hope not only in this life, which is why we live for God with clean hands and a pure heart.”Rec. Date: 4th August, 2024

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    Build Your Relationship With Jesus Christ Our Lord - Pastor Nirmal Seemungal

    Guest Minister, Pastor Nirmal Seemungal, delivers a sermon emphasizing the critical importance of developing a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, especially in these end times as signs point to His imminent return.We are living in the last days with clear prophetic signs all around usCurrent events, especially in Israel, confirm we’re in a significant prophetic periodThe coming of Jesus is closer than ever before, every day brings us nearer to His returnThis urgency requires believers to know Christ in a greater way than ever beforeSeeking God should no longer be just a responsibility or choreWhen you truly build relationship with Jesus, you will:Zacchaeus fought through obstacles to see Jesus, he climbed a tree despite being shortJesus noticed him, called him by name, and invited Himself to Zacchaeus’s houseKey lesson: Jesus rewards those who diligently seek Him (Hebrews 11:6)When we seek Jesus, He will find us and transform usZacchaeus was changed by Jesus’s presence, offering to give half his goods to the poor and restore fourfold what he’d takenThe story of the seven sons of Sceva (Acts 19:14-17) who tried to cast out demons using Jesus’s name without knowing HimThe demon said: “Jesus I know, and Paul I know, but who are you?”Power doesn’t travel in words alone, the name represents relationshipYou must personally know Jesus, not just know about HimPaul had every reason for confidence in the flesh:Yet Paul counted it all as loss for the excellence of knowing Jesus ChristPaul endured tremendous suffering: beatings, shipwrecks, hunger, persecution, imprisonmentHis humility kept him close to God, he gloried in his weaknesses so Christ’s power could rest on himSacrifice convenience: Shut off your phone, leave Facebook, get into God’s WordFast and pray: Push away meals when necessary to seek God’s faceLose sleep if needed: Spend time in God’s presenceGo the extra mile: Take drastic measures to get to JesusApproach with humility: Like the publican beating his chest saying “God be merciful to me, a sinner”, not like the proud PhariseeBuilding relationship with Jesus requires counting the costBe prepared for persecution, rejection, and sufferingNothing should be more important than knowing Jesus, not possessions, reputation, or comfortPaul’s resume of suffering (2 Corinthians 11:24-31) reminds us that deep relationship may require sacrificeDon’t approach God like a fast-food cashier, making requests and waitingDestroy confidence in the flesh, “no good thing dwells in the flesh”Don’t brag about spiritual experiences; true closeness to God produces humilityMany Christians only talk to God when they’re in crisis, God wants continual fellowshipWhen you truly know Jesus, all hell trembles at His name spoken through youYou become a person others can pattern their lives afterPeace comes even in facing death, like Paul saying “I am ready to be offered”God rewards those who diligently seek HimYour purpose becomes continual fellowship with God in eternityAre you ready to answer when Jesus calls your name?Begin walking in the footsteps of Jesus ChristLearn to seek God for yourselfKeep troubling the throne until the answer comesBe the person who lives the Bible and proves we can live like Jesus livedFinal Exhortation: Nothing is worth losing your relationship with Jesus. Build your relationship with Him daily, step by step, line upon line, until you experience the fullness of knowing Christ, a relationship exceeded only by standing before God in heaven.“The only thing that matters is serving Jesus with your whole heart, whole mind—not just with words.”Rec. Date: 18th July, 2024

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    Mind Management, Commitment, and Living the Word

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on Paul and uses Acts 26 to teach that believers must learn to cope in valleys, not only celebrate mountaintops. The Apostle stresses that many struggles (depression, oppression, even spiritual bondage) are fueled by giving the enemy “space in their heads,” so the solution is to be filled with the Holy Ghost and the living Word and to guard the mind and heart. She highlights that Paul’s effectiveness came from deep conviction, discipline, and unwavering commitment to Jesus, he lived the message, defended the gospel boldly, and made impact everywhere he went. The sermon repeatedly calls believers to build real relationship with God, practice prayer and fasting, refuse lukewarm living, separate from worldly influences that corrupt the mind, and become consistent witnesses who stand on scripture as the highest authority. The message opens by noting that reality includes “the valley,” and that coping matters. Many believers suffer unnecessarily because the enemy is given mental space; once the mind is compromised, it can open doors to oppression and deeper bondage. The antidote is being filled with the Spirit and the Word. A recurring thread is mental discipline: protect your headspace, protect your heart, and refuse spiritual “footholds.” If you want to win battles, “my mind belongs to Jesus,” and you must stay steadfast rather than double-minded/lukewarm. The Apostle challenges “name-only” Christianity: many people say “Jesus” but don’t influence their environment. Paul’s preaching made impact so strongly that he was dragged before rulers and imprisoned, proof that real gospel power disrupts darkness. The sermon emphasizes that the Word cannot remain only “on the bookshelf.” It must become reality in the heart. When the Word is alive in you, you can declare and see change. She also warns against mixing scripture with rituals/other systems, God’s Word “stands alone.” From Acts 26, Paul is presented as a model: he speaks confidently before King Agrippa, explaining his history, his transformation, and his hope in the Messiah and resurrection. The Apostle notes that truth can be challenged, but believers must still continue in faith. A strong correction is given: No minister’s opinion overrides scripture. If the gospel is diluted to accommodate worldly lifestyles, people may feel comfortable but will miss God’s standards and ultimately miss eternity. The sermon explicitly defines commitment and applies it to discipleship: when you took Jesus’ name, you affirmed you will stand with His kingdom “no matter what.” God can “work with” committed people because they are ready for action, like Paul. A repeated call is to spiritual discipline, especially fasting. Paul’s post‑conversion fast is used as an example, and the church is urged to maintain breakthroughs after receiving deliverance. The sermon warns that music carries a spirit and can reshape thought patterns; if it’s not a Holy Ghost influence, it can pull the mind into wrong meditation and vulnerability. The broader point is separation, drop what hinders spiritual climbing. The Apostle insists that once God changes your life, you don’t return to old patterns (“dog returning to its vomit” imagery). Serving God takes discipline and deliberate choices, including honoring worship gatherings and staying attentive to the Word. Acts 26 (Paul permitted to speak; Paul’s defense; hope of the Messiah/resurrection) Referenced themes include Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 118 (“better to trust in the Lord than confidence in man”), guarding the heart, resisting the devil, and renewal of the mind, used to support the call to separation, trust, and discipline. Rec. Date: 21st July, 2024

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    Fear Not, Stay in Your Lane, and Shake Off the Viper

    This Thursday Night Deliverance sermon by Apostle Allison Smith Conliff teaches that victory is the believer’s portion, even when there are real plots, pressures, and storms. Using Paul’s journey in Acts 27, the apostle shows how Paul, though a prisoner, carried faith, courage, and leadership in crisis: he repeatedly told others to “be of good cheer” because God had already spoken preservation over their lives. The message emphasizes that believers are not called to live in fear of premature death or disaster; instead, they must live the Word, speak the Word, fast and pray, and trust God’s “fear not” instruction as a prophetic covering in uncertain seasons. The sermon concludes by connecting the shipwreck narrative to Paul’s later encounter on Melita, where a viper latched onto his hand, as a picture of the enemy trying to attach itself after you survive a storm; the instruction is clear: shake it off quickly and keep your witness strong. The Apostle notes that plots can be real (as in Paul’s case, false accusations and attempts to kill him), but stresses that if it is not your time/season, you will not be “recalled” early. Believers are called to serve God in fullness, with obedience and joy as strength. A major distinction is made: Satan is not intimidated by a believer who merely “calls Jesus,” but by the believer who lives for Jesus and speaks Jesus. The sermon stresses that power is experienced through a lifestyle aligned with God. Because God is always watching and “working out things” for victory, the Apostle urges consistent declaration: speak the Word over your home, workplace, and even while driving, because God’s Word is active and provides spiritual covering. You cannot testify without being tested: the sermon plainly states that if you want testimony, you must endure tests and pass them. This framing prepares believers to interpret hardship as part of spiritual development rather than abandonment. From Acts 27:22, Paul exhorts the passengers to be of good cheer: the ship would be damaged, but no life would be lost. The sermon highlights God’s ability to preserve in distress and danger and calls believers to remember past deliverances as evidence God can do it again. The Apostle stresses that “fear not” is not careless bravado; it is confidence rooted in God. She contrasts Godly fearlessness with people who are not afraid because they trust themselves or choose darkness rather than light. The sermon uses a strong metaphor: the narrow road has God-rails (protection and boundaries), while the broad road has none. Like an athlete, crossing lanes brings disqualification, so believers must remain disciplined, protected, and Spirit-led. She references the ministry’s fasting, calling it a sacrifice that creates deeper connection and spiritual authority (“some things only go out by prayer and fasting”), and points to increased miracles and testimonies in the ministry as evidence. A key leadership takeaway from Paul: in the middle of danger, he paused to give thanks before eating and encouraged others. The Apostle teaches that your personal storm doesn’t disqualify you from strengthening others, your witness must stay alive. After the shipwreck, a viper latched onto Paul’s hand; Paul shook it off immediately. The sermon uses this as a deliverance-minded warning: if you don’t shake the enemy off quickly, what starts small can spread and cripple. The instruction is to refuse attachment and remain steady in God. The teaching is anchored in Acts 27 (Paul’s preservation word, “be of good cheer,” angelic reassurance “fear not,” and the shipwreck sequence), and references the follow-on Melita/viper event as a spiritual lesson. The close includes exhortations like “be sober, be vigilant” and not being ignorant of the devil’s devices. Rec. Date: 11th July, 2024

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    Altars, Sacrifice, and Operating in Royal Priesthood - Apostle Dr. Martin Ugorji

    In this Thursday Night Deliverance sermon, Apostle Dr. Martin Ugorji teaches that God’s design for believers is not merely the label “Christian,” but identity and function as a king and priest, a person authorized to represent heaven on earth through priesthood. He explains that priesthood is the God-ordained “technology” for interacting with the spiritual realm: God does not transact on the earth without an altar, and the believer must understand how to approach God correctly, through the altar that is established by the sacrifice of Jesus (the “blood” reality). He contrasts Godly priesthood with ungodly altar systems, warning that engaging wrong altars brings spiritual contamination even if nothing outward changes. The sermon ends with a strong activation: believers should approach God consciously “as a priest,” build godly altars in their lives (home/business), and engage priesthood in spiritual battles because priesthood wins victories before swords ever do. Apostle Dr. Ugorji emphasizes identity: “God does not see you as a Christian… God sees you as a priest and as a king,” grounding it in Exodus 19:6 (“a kingdom of priests and a holy nation”). The implication is that your primary spiritual role comes before your profession (doctor, lawyer, accountant, etc.)From Exodus 20:22–24, he highlights that when God gives a position (priest), He establishes an office (altar): “You shall make for me an altar… and you shall sacrifice… and I will bless you.” Blessing and divine visitation are connected to altar order. He describes “architecture of the universe” (spirit realm and earth realm) and teaches that spiritual interaction requires an altar as a crossing point, whether with God or with dark systems. The warning: if you must cross, “make sure it’s a godly altar.” He illustrates the crossing as requiring “blood” (citing the principle “without shedding of blood there is no remission”), teaching that altar access is not casual, there must be a legitimate spiritual basis for approach. A major deliverance warning: visiting occult/obeah practices involves altars; a person can leave unchanged externally but spiritually carry something (“your skin color may not change… but you’re living with something”). This is framed as why believers must avoid ungodly spiritual systems. He contrasts Old Testament patterns with New Testament mandate: believers are to “annex territories” and reclaim from Satan, meaning priesthood is active, governmental, and expansion-minded. He stresses that in Christ, “no chicken should die again,” warning strongly against any instruction to bring animals as sacrifices. New Testament priesthood offers spiritual sacrifices through Jesus. He notes that many unbelievers maintain altars/ritual points (examples given from everyday business settings), while Christians may neglect establishing consistent worship/prayer “altar life” in their spaces. The call is to restore spiritual sensitivity and consistency. He anchors the teaching in 1 Peter 2:5 (believers as “holy priesthood” offering “spiritual sacrifices”) and 1 Peter 2:9 (“a chosen generation… a royal priesthood… proclaim His praises”). He connects deliverance ministry directly to “royal priesthood in action.” He points out that in Joshua 6, priests are emphasized heavily in the Jericho victory (priests/ark/trumpet), and that David defeated Goliath first “with his mouth” (priestly declaration) before using the sword, teaching: engage priesthood first in warfare. “Approach God as a priest… not as a doctor/lawyer/accountant.” “Anywhere you go and they say bring chicken—run for your life.” “The next time you’re in a battle, engage your priesthood.” Exodus 19:3–6 — “kingdom of priests” identity Exodus 20:22–24 — altar, sacrifice, and blessing 1 Peter 2:5, 9 — holy priesthood / royal priesthood Joshua 6 (illustration) — priests and Jericho victory Rec. Date: 11th July, 2024

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    Saved by Grace: The Salvation Package, a Committed Life, and Living as God’s Workmanship

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff teaches on the saving grace of God from Ephesians 2 (with support from Ephesians 4 and multiple related scriptures). The core message is that salvation is not earned by human effort or “good works,” but comes through God’s unmerited favor (grace), a complete “salvation package” provided through Jesus Christ. Because it is freely given yet costly to God, believers are urged not to abuse mercy, not to live lukewarm or partially surrendered, and to develop a disciplined, prayerful, obedient lifestyle that reflects Christ in everyday choices. The sermon also highlights forgiveness, truthfulness, and a teachable spirit as non‑negotiables for spiritual effectiveness and breakthrough. A major emphasis is that we are saved by grace, not by personal righteousness, performance, or “effort.” The Apostle stresses that people cannot take credit for salvation; it is God’s idea and God’s work, received by faith in Jesus. Using the Message Bible wording, the sermon warns that when people let the world (which “doesn’t know the first thing about living”) define how they live, they breathe in unbelief and begin to produce disobedience. This becomes a call to guard what influences you and to recognize Satan’s strategy to steal/kill/destroy. Salvation is described as a complete package that includes more than forgiveness, help, healing, direction, and deliverance are “in the package.” But the apostle insists Christianity is not a label or religion; it is relationship and communication with God (prayer, obedience, living in His presence). The sermon confronts the attitude “I’m tired of this Christian thing,” explaining that many become frustrated because they are serving God lukewarm/partially. The call is for a committed lifestyle that stands righteous even when pressured, without needing others to consult first. A practical section focuses on choices: when something is not aligned with God, you don’t need long explanations, you need the courage to shut it down. Friendship, convenience, or emotion must not be placed above obedience and peace with God. Using Ananias and Sapphira as a warning, the Apostle teaches that God’s people must fear God enough to walk in truth. She emphasizes that “white lie/gray lie/black lie” categories don’t change the reality, a lie is a lie, and it requires repentance and the blood of Jesus. A strong deliverance-related point: unforgiveness makes believers ineffective and blocks prayer. The sermon argues that holding hurts stops your life and your blessing, and that healing is needed because a “broken vessel cannot hold” what God wants to pour in. The Apostle warns that pride, self-reliance, or being “un-teachable” prevents change and stalls progress. Even when someone has failed, the path forward is repentance, receiving mercy, healing, and moving again, not condemnation. While works don’t save, the sermon stresses believers are God’s workmanship, created in Christ for good works that God prepared beforehand. In other words: salvation changes identity, and identity produces visible fruit (speech, conduct, integrity, self-control). A clear correction is made against shallow spiritual routines: prayer is framed as daily life, not once-a-week religion. The church’s ability to see consistent miracles is tied to consistent prayer and disciplined service. Ephesians 2 (primary teaching on grace, salvation, faith, workmanship) Romans 6:23 (wages of sin vs. gift of God) John 10:10 theme (Satan’s agenda: steal/kill/destroy) “Pray without ceasing” emphasisReceive salvation as God’s gift (not your achievement), guard your influences, stop lukewarm living, develop a disciplined prayer life, walk in truth, forgive quickly, stay teachable, and live as Christ’s representative because you are God’s workmanship created for good works. Rec. Date: 14th July, 2024

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    Come to the Waters: Respond to God, Embrace the Process, and Let Your Soul Live

    This Thursday Night Deliverance sermon by Apostle Allison Smith Conliff is built around Isaiah 55, God’s open invitation to the thirsty to “come to the waters,” receive freely, and find true satisfaction in Him rather than in temporary substitutes. The message stresses that salvation and spiritual renewal are not “quick fixes”; the believer must go through God’s process, willingly cooperate with Him, and apply the Word consistently. The Apostle connects real-life events (storms/disasters, personal and community pressures, schooling/exams, and practical wisdom in life decisions) to show that God wants His people spiritually fed, emotionally healed, and wisely established, so they can endure trouble and live with joy, stability, and discernment. The sermon opens Isaiah 55 as a salvation and restoration call: “everyone who thirsts” is invited, even those with “no money,” because what God gives is a gift. The emphasis is that heaven is offering something real, but people must choose to respond (God will not force anyone). A central theme is that in life people want instant solutions, but in the Kingdom you must go through the process. Whether preacher or congregation, you must be a “willing participant” (free will is real, and many choose darkness over light). The Apostle warns against comparing yourself to others, wanting someone’s house/car/blessing without wanting their trials, pressures, tears, and battles. She reinforces: there is always a story behind the glory, and God trains people through pressure. Using students/exams as a relatable example, the sermon highlights that results come when you apply yourself. The spiritual parallel: you cannot “show up” and expect transformation without obedience, discipline, and engagement with God’s Word. From Isaiah 55’s “eat what is good” and the quote “Your words were found, and I ate them… your words became a joy,” the sermon teaches that the Word is not optional, it is how the soul becomes healthy, delighted, and spiritually alive. Faith requires seeking, listening, and feeding consistently (“faith cometh by hearing”). A striking illustration: the church is an emergency room, but not every patient responds. The warning is sobering, people can sit under ministry and remain unchanged because they’ve “already made up their mind.” The call is: keep your heart responsive to God. The sermon urges believers to carry joy (since “Jesus is joy”) and to be mindful that people may be silently burdened. A smile, encouragement, or a simple “I love you” can bring healing to a wounded heart for an entire week. The message returns to God’s nature: He keeps covenant, preserves what He gives, and His perspective is far beyond ours, “My thoughts are not your thoughts… my ways higher than your ways” (Isaiah 55:8–9). Therefore believers must learn discernment by the Spirit, not merely intellect. The Apostle strongly discourages deception and shortcut mentality (illustrations include misrepresentation and real-world consequences). She also challenges “spiritual foolishness” (e.g., throwing away medication because someone said so), urging believers to use wisdom, verify with the Word, and listen to God, not hype. The close includes a readiness principle: when you come to God, give Him your all, so that in trouble you have already built spiritual reserves (“banked something with the King”). Rec. Date: 4th July, 2024

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    Storms Don’t Last: The Storm Rebuker & Your Authority - Deaconess Ayanna Cole

    This Thursday Night Deliverance sermon delivered by Deaconess Ayanna Cole centers on the reality that believers will face “storms” (crises, pressure, fear, spiritual attack), but storms are temporary and Jesus has authority to rebuke them. Using Luke 8:22–25, the preacher teaches that even when it feels like God is “asleep,” He is present and able to bring calm, yet He also challenges believers about where their faith/confidence is and calls them to stop panicking and start trusting. The sermon then connects the storm to purpose: after the storm on the water, Jesus arrives at Gadara and immediately meets a deliverance “assignment” (the demonized man), showing that breakthrough often lies on the other side of endurance. The message culminates in a strong deliverance emphasis: believers must learn to use their God-given authority (highlighting Luke 10:19) to speak to situations and resist the enemy, rather than collapsing under pressure. The repeated declaration is that storms don’t last forever, even though they can feel endless while you’re inside them. The congregation is encouraged to prophesy it: “the storm is about to break/stop.” From Luke 8:22–25, Jesus rebukes wind and water and “there was a calm.” The sermon emphasizes that Christ is not only able to calm external storms, but also to bring calm internally, because fear and panic often escalate the battle. The speaker reframes Jesus’ question (“Where is your faith?”) as: Where is your confidence, in people/“arm of flesh,” or in God? The disciples had witnessed miracles, yet still panicked in crisis; believers are urged not to forget what God has already done. After the storm, the message moves into the deliverance encounter in Luke 8:26. The Deaconess stresses: “Sometimes after you go through the storm, you will meet your assignment.” If they turned back mid-storm, the man at Gadara would not have been delivered, so quitting early can abort purpose. A major practical takeaway is that believers possess authority and the ability to exercise it: speak to what is confronting you (home, children, work, health), and command it to change in Jesus’ name. The sermon urges active spiritual responsibility, not passive fear. In the Gadarenes account, the demons recognize Jesus’ authority, and the sermon warns against treating spiritual bondage lightly (“don’t pet it / don’t pat it”). The congregation is challenged to value someone’s freedom above convenience (even above rushing to eat or leaving early). The Deaconess references real-life storms (including bereavement and trauma) to show faith as perseverance: keep serving God, resist being “bowed down,” and let worship/joy be a statement of victory even when hurting. The message cautions that some believers start well but quit when storms hit, blaming God/church/others. It quotes Luke 9:62 about not looking back after putting your hand to the plow, calling believers to be dependable and steadfast. Primary: Luke 8:22–25 (Jesus calms the storm) Supporting: Psalm 121 (God neither slumbers nor sleeps) Authority: Luke 10:19 (authority over enemy power) Steadfastness: Luke 9:62 (don’t look back) “Storms don’t last.” “There was a calm.” (after Jesus rebuked the storm) “Use your authority.” “Go through your storm, don’t turn back.” Rec. Date: 1st August, 2024

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    From "Mess" to a Message

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff emphasizes the necessity of spiritual alertness and unwavering faith, warning the congregation about global disasters and a forthcoming divine "shaking" of the nation. Drawing from the Book of Acts, the sermon highlights the resilience of the Apostle Paul, using his trials and legal defenses to encourage believers to remain steadfast against worldly criticism. Apostle Conliff shares personal testimony regarding God’s goodness and protection, urging her audience to live consecrated lives rather than secret, sinful ones. The message concludes with a call for intentional positioning and faithfulness, reminding the church that they are handpicked by God to serve as witnesses of His power.Key Points:A believer's private character and public spiritual testimony must be fully aligned and consistent, as God expects a life of total consecration rather than "part-time" devotion.Here are the specific ways a believer's private character should reflect their public testimony:The Apostle highlights a concern that some individuals in the church maintain a "secret" lifestyle that does not match their public persona. Apostle Allison emphasizes that believers will eventually give an account for their lives, implying that private actions must be able to withstand divine scrutiny. To reflect a true spiritual testimony, one's "secret time" should be dedicated to activities that nourish the soul, such as reading or listening to the Bible, worship, and prayer, rather than entertaining "slackness" or impurity.Drawing from the example of the Apostle Paul, a believer should be able to state boldly that they have lived their life "with a perfectly good conscience" before God. This means that a believer’s private decisions and inner thoughts should align with the word of God so that their public testimony has "backing behind it". If God has truly changed a person's life, that change must be visible to others; if people cannot see the difference, it suggests a disconnect in the life being lived.The Apostle critiques the idea of being "part-time believers," noting that God selects people for full-time commitment. A believer's testimony is not something that is switched on only during church services; it is a 24/7 responsibility where they "go with the rules" of the Kingdom rather than trying to modify God's word to suit their own preferences. This includes:Integrity in speech: Private promises should be kept with the same weight as public ones. For example, if you tell someone you are bringing them lunch or giving them money, you must do it, as failing to do so makes one a "liar" regardless of their spiritual standing.Attitude in service: Even tasks done out of the public eye, such as cleaning the church or "mopping for Jesus," should be done with a joyful heart and a right attitude, reflecting a genuine love for God rather than a desire for recognition.In private, believers must choose not to "fit into the puzzle of the system of the world". This involves standing up for God's laws even when society legalizes or encourages things that God is against. Character is defined by the refusal to pervert one's mind with worldly influences, ensuring that the internal presence of Christ, the one who "lives on the inside", is not dismissed or suppressed by private sin.Finally, the character of the individual determines the weight of their spiritual influence. Apostle Allison notes she is careful about who she allows to minister or "lay hands" on others because many believers currently do not reflect Christ as they should. A true testimony is born when a believer's past, "mess", is sanctified into a "message," and they are no longer ashamed to testify about how God changed their private lifestyle.Rec. Date: 7th July 2024

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    Integrity and Faith in the Last Days

    This sermon from Apostle Allison Smith Conliff discusses the spiritual challenges of the last days. She warns the congregation against narcissism, greed, and boastfulness, urging believers to prioritize divine truth over intellectualism or material wealth. The message emphasizes the importance of moral integrity in modern times, touching on topics such as modesty, faithfulness in marriage, and the dangers of alcohol and sensual pleasure. Apostle Conliff highlights that true Godliness is revealed through conduct and character rather than outward religious displays. She encourages her listeners to seek God's presence to overcome past sins and to remain discerning about whose teachings they follow. The message concludes with a call to rekindle a passionate love for God and to maintain self-control in all areas of life.Key Points:A primary challenge of the current era is the rise of narcissistic behavior and intense self-focus. Apostle Conliff observes that people have become "lovers of themselves," prioritized by a desire to gratify the flesh. This manifests as:Boastfulness and Arrogance: Individuals often boast about things they do not even possess to make others feel inferior and to showcase themselves as "better".Lack of Self-Control: This is seen even in communal settings, such as "thanksgiving" services, where people may fight over food or show a lack of respect for the sacrifices others have made to provide.Gossip and Betrayal: The "last days" are characterized by malicious gossip and people becoming traitors, even within their own homes or towards those they serve.Apostle Conliff warns that many are "selling themselves" or leaving Christianity entirely because they are compelled by greed. While she acknowledges that money is a necessity for living, she stresses that it should not be one's "first love". She notes a trend where social status is determined by wealth, such as the "card clique" versus the "cash clique", and warns against treating others as "nothing" based on their financial standing.The Apostle identifies a breakdown in traditional values and virtues, specifically regarding modesty and sensuality:Fashion and Immodesty: She argues that "fashion will kill some believers" who fail to see where morality ends and immorality begins. She specifically critiques the trend of "cut out" clothing, which she likens to walking with one’s own "air condition system," noting it can be a stumbling block for others.Sensual Pleasure: Modern society is "overloaded" by sensuality through the internet, WhatsApp, and the media. This challenge extends to adults who become "hooked" on games, shows, or inappropriate content because they have the "privacy" to do so.Intoxication: Apostle Conliff expresses concern over believers and even ministers who consume alcohol and engage in "reckless" behavior at social events like weddings, arguing that any form of intoxication hinders one's ability to honor God in a "conscious state''.A major spiritual challenge is the tendency to hold to a "form of outward Godliness" while denying its true power. Apostle Conliff describes this as "religion" rather than a true relationship with Christ.Inconsistency: Many claim faith, but their conduct, such as living without order or engaging in "fire Friday" activities with alcohol, nullifies that claim.Vulnerability to False Doctrine: She warns of people who "worm their way into homes" to captivate women who are "morally weak and spiritually dwarf". These are often individuals who have not dealt with their past sins or impulses, making them susceptible to doctrines that are not of God.Relational Compromise: Believers are challenged to maintain their standards in relationships, warned not to be "best friends" with those who are "Anti-Jesus" because two cannot walk together unless they are in agreement.Rec. Date: 27th June, 2024

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    Beyond the Label: Walking in the Authority of Your Spiritual Inheritance

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff discusses the profound nature of Christian salvation and the spiritual inheritance believers receive through faith. She emphasizes that salvation is a free gift from God that cannot be earned through good works, but rather requires a personal relationshipwith Jesus Christ. Apostle Conliff warns the congregation about the barbaric state of the world, urging them to seek Godly counsel and remain steadfast in their faith to navigate modern dangers. The message encourages listeners to live with gratitude and modesty, highlighting the importance of being spiritually fit to resist the temptations of darkness. She calls for believers to find their identity in Christ, reminding them that they are designed to glorify God in every aspect of their lives.Key Points: Understanding one's spiritual inheritance in Christ empowers believers by shifting their perspective from a mere religious label to a position of active authority and divine identity. Simply calling oneself a Christian is insufficient to "fight the devil"; rather, a believer must know who they are in Him to effectively resist darkness. This empowerment is rooted in the realization that a believer has been made "more than a conqueror" through the blood of Christ and his finished work, rather than through any personal merit or good works.The Apostle highlights several specific ways this understanding provides strength against worldly darkness:Believers live in a time characterized by "gun play," "home invasions," and "barbaric events" across the globe. These forces cannot be fought on human strength alone; instead, believers must rely on God's presence and power to manifest in the supernatural what cannot be achieved in the physical. By understanding their inheritance, believers recognize that the power dwelling inside them is greater than any external force, including sickness or the threat of death.A critical component of this spiritual inheritance is the Holy Spirit, described as God’s "guarantee" or "first installment" of everything he promised. This seal ensures that believers are 100% secured within God's kingdom, which provides a surplus for all their needs. Understanding this prevents believers from seeking fulfillment or security in the "kingdom of darkness" or worldly systems like gambling.The Apostle teaches that holiness is a key weapon for spiritual warfare. When a believer understands their inheritance, they strive to live righteously, which allows them to "wage war" effectively; conversely, living unholy makes one vulnerable to being "beaten by devils". This understanding empowers believers to:Refuse employment by the kingdom of darkness: Recognizing that they are no longer tools for Satan’s use.Maintain spiritual "vessels": Ensuring their spirits are filled with praise rather than being left empty for "squatting" demonic forces to occupy.Exercise the Name of Jesus: Utilizing the name that is "above every other name" to maintain joy and victory regardless of life's seasons.Believers are empowered by the "counsel of His own will," which provides wisdom for success in areas like business and personal growth. The spiritual inheritance includes a "spirit of wisdom and of revelation" that gives intimate insight into the truth. This prevents believers from being led astray by "heresies" or "double standards" where one tries to live in both the world and the church.Understanding that this is a "glorious inheritance" that cannot be taken away by others provides a sense of peace and stability amidst "turbulent times". This confidence allows believers to "stand righteous" and refuse to be a "push over" for the devil. By trusting in this inheritance, believers can conquer things that once conquered them, moving forward with a song of praise even when facing pain or weakness.Rec. Date: 30th June, 2024

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    Koinonia: Activating the Salvation Package

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff emphasizes the necessity of spiritual discipline and total submission to God's word. The preacher asserts that true Christian success requires active fellowship, consistent study, and obedience to divine instructions rather than living by guesswork. Using various biblical examples, she warns against the dangers of pride and worldly vanity, urging congregants to remain pure and resilient through life's inevitable "pressing and crushing" trials. The message highlights that believers are stewards of their lives, not owners, and must remain vigilant against sin to fulfill their destiny. The message serves as a call for the church body to function in one accord, prioritizing spiritual maturity and faithfulness over superficial appearances.Key Points:Apostle Conliff defines the necessity of spiritual fellowship as a fundamental component of the "package of salvation," emphasizing that it is essential for the growth and survival of a believer. Drawing on the Greek word "koinonia", which means "to hold in common," she explains that fellowship is the state of being in common together within the body of Christ.Apostle Conliff highlights several key reasons why spiritual fellowship is necessary:A central purpose of fellowship is to prevent believers from "perishing for a lack of knowledge". Apostle Conliff asserts that one cannot "guess" the Christian life; rather, it must be known through the word of God. The church exists specifically so that instruction can be given to transform a person's life from what it used to be into that of a "new creature". Regular gathering is mandatory because it provides the spiritual "feeding" required to fulfill one’s purpose and destiny.Apostle Conliff teaches that God designed the "body" to work together, mirroring the perfect unity seen between the Father, the Word, and the Spirit, who have been in "one accord" since creation. This fellowship is intended to be complimentary rather than competitive; believers are called to work with one another, using their individual gifts, such as a singing voice, to support and compliment others.Gathering for fellowship is essential for building character and empowering believers to lead their families from "victory to victory". These meetings provide the specific strategies and instructions needed to:Fight the "good fight of faith" using the word of God.Properly utilize spiritual "armor" against the plots of Satan.Break "yokes" and undo "heavy burdens".Apostle Conliff notes that being obedient to the word regarding gathering brings the presence of the Holy Spirit. She cites the Day of Pentecost in Acts chapter 2, noting that the disciples were in "one accord" when they were filled with the Holy Spirit, illustrating that communal obedience facilitates divine empowerment.Fellowship is necessary to provide care and nurturing for believers, helping them move away from "religion" toward a dedicated and surrendered life. It also serves as a place of accountability and moral instruction, particularly for young people, to prevent them from living in regret or making unwise life choices. Finally, the Apostle mentions that fellowship includes practical "food distribution," which she considers a vital part of the church's ministry to the people.Rec. Date: 20th June, 2024

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    Unstoppable: Turning Persecution into a Catalyst for the Gospel

    This sermon from Apostle Allison Smith Conliff explores the biblical book of Acts, focusing on the transformative power of the Holy Spirit and the early church's resilience. The Apostle emphasizes how Apostle Paul, originally a persecutor named Saul, underwent a divine name change and a radical conversion to become a pillar of faith. Using the story of Philip the Evangelist in Samaria, the message highlights that true spiritual authority cannot be purchased with money, as demonstrated by the rebuke of Simon the Sorcerer. Listeners are encouraged to move beyond "convenient worship" and embrace a life of genuine service, devotion, and forgiveness. The message concludes by asserting that the power of God is unstoppable, capable of healing the broken and protecting believers through every season of trial.Key Points:God uses human persecution to expand His global kingdom by having it act as a catalyst that forces the church out of its comfort zone and into new territories. According to the Apostle, the following ways illustrate how this process works:Scattering Believers for Evangelism: When a "great and relentless persecution" broke out against the church in Jerusalem, the believers were scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria. Rather than silencing the faith, those who were scattered went from place to place preaching the "good news of salvation through Christ". This movement ensured that the Gospel reached areas beyond its initial center in Jerusalem.Breaking Comfort Zones through Pressure: Believers often stay in one place when things are going well, but God may allow "pressure" to come to force expansion. This pressure serves as a "wake up" call because some believers would never move to touch new lives unless they were forced to by difficult circumstances.Transforming Persecutors into Preachers: God expands His kingdom by converting those who were once instrumental in the persecution itself. The Apostle highlights Saul (later the Apostle Paul), who went from "ravaging the church" and dragging believers to prison to becoming a powerful preacher of the same Gospel he once fought against.Demonstrating Unstoppable Power: Persecution proves that the word of God is "unstoppable" and cannot be put to death. Even when prominent believers like Stephen were killed, the word did not die; instead, the Gospel continued to be preached with miraculous signs, wonders, and the demonstration of God's power, which validated the message to new audiences.Reaching the "Unreachable": Persecution pushed figures like Philip the evangelist to the city of Samaria, a place the Apostle notes "nobody wants to go". The pressure of persecution resulted in great rejoicing in that city as people who previously followed magic and sorcery were converted to the faith.Finally, the Apostle describes persecution as a "process" that God uses to ensure His servants are not just "convenient worshippers" but are instead active in service and the expansion of the kingdom regardless of the season.Rec. Date: 23rd June, 2024

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    Pig Pen to the Palace: The Radical Restoration of Abba Father

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff explores the biblical parable of the prodigal son to deliver a message about financial stewardship and spiritual restoration. Inheritance and blessings should be invested rather than wasted on impulsive desires or immoral living. She warns that reckless choices lead to hardship, yet encourages the congregation that divine forgiveness is always available to those who humble themselves. The discourse highlights the unconditional love of God, referred to as Abba Father, who celebrates the return of those who have lost their way. Finally, the Apostle concludes with prayers for fathers and a call for individuals to honor their responsibilities within the family and the faith.Key Points:The Parable of the Prodigal Son illustrates God’s capacity for forgiveness through the father’s immediate and compassionate response to his son’s return after a period of reckless and immoral living.Key ways this illustrates divine forgiveness include:Anticipation and Compassion: While the son was still "a long way off," the father saw him and was moved with deep compassion. Rather than waiting for the son to reach the house and beg, the father ran to embrace and kiss him, demonstrating God’s readiness to welcome back those who have wandered.Restoration Over Retribution: Although the son arrived with the humble intention of being treated like a hired servant because he felt unworthy of his status, the father had far more in mind. He granted the son complete restoration as a "joint heir" by placing a ring on his finger, sandals on his feet, and the "best robe" on his back.Celebration of the Lost: The Apostle describes the father’s forgiveness as an active celebration, symbolized by slaughtering the "fatted calf" for a feast. This "Holy Ghost party" signifies that God views a repentant person not as a failure, but as one who was "dead" and is now "alive," or "lost" and now "found".Mercy Regardless of Past Actions: The father showed mercy despite the son's history of wasting his inheritance on "wicked living" and "immoral" choices. Even when a person hits "rock bottom," they can return to "Abba Father" for restoration.Correction of the Self-Righteous: The parable also addresses the elder brother’s jealousy, illustrating that God’s forgiveness is so vast it may even offend those who stayed behind. The Apostle suggests that believers should not "bad talk" or be "vexed" when someone who wandered is restored, but should instead embrace them back into the kingdom with love.The parable serves as an invitation for "fugitives" or anyone who has run away from God to return, highlighting that God does not back down from the opportunity to deliver and forgive His children.Rec. Date: 16th June, 2024

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    Testify ! - Powerless to Powerhouse

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a passionate message on the necessity of total commitment to God. She emphasizes that while material wealth is not inherently sinful, it must be recognized as a divine gift for which every individual will eventually be held accountable. Using the biblical example of Simon Peter, the Apostle illustrates how obedience to God’s word leads to supernatural abundance and breakthroughs, even after repeated failure. Apostle Conliff encourages believers to maintain a joyful spirit and use their personal testimonies of overcoming darkness to inspire others. The message serves as a call for the church to remain spiritually powerful and rooted in scriptural truth rather than worldly shortcuts.Key Points:Personal testimonies serve as a powerful tool in the church to demonstrate the contrast between a person’s past and the transformative work of God. Those who have "lived in the world" possess a significant testimony because they can directly compare where they once were with what the Lord has done for them. Instead of being embarrassed by a difficult or "dark" past, believers are encouraged to rejoice in their testimonies, as these stories highlight how God chose to "clean [them] up" when they could have otherwise faced death, disease, or brokenness.The Apostle highlights several specific ways testimonies illustrate God’s power and grace:Overcoming Professional and Natural Limitations: Personal stories provide evidence that God’s word can supersede human expertise. For instance, Apostle Allison shares a testimony of being told by doctors she would not have children; however, by believing what "God said differently," she was able to conceive. She further describes how following God's specific instructions regarding the timing of her medical procedures saved her baby’s life, demonstrating God’s power to intervene in desperate situations.Physical and Emotional Transformation: Testimonies show the tangible "touch" of Jesus on a person’s life. An example provided in the sources is that of individuals who suffered from stuttering and low confidence but were completely changed after being touched by God, enabling them to stand and speak before others.Protection and Deliverance: Sharing stories of "breakthroughs" or miracles, such as being protected from a car accident, serves as a way to testify of God's goodness and His "sufficient" grace.Acknowleging God as a Miracle Worker: By lifting one’s voice to testify, a believer gives glory to God as an "awesome God" and a "miracle worker". The power of God makes a person's life easier and more effective, turning a "powerless" individual into a "powerhouse" through the presence of Jesus.Believers should not "sit on" their testimonies to appear as though they were always Saints. Rather, they should use their experiences to show that God’s grace is sufficient and that His power is available to deliver anyone from any circumstance.Rec. Date: 13th June, 2024

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    Escaping the Trap of the Trickster Prophet

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff explores the vital importance of divine obedience and spiritual discernment, she utilizes the biblical narrative of King Jeroboam and an unnamed young prophet to illustrate how ignoring God’s specific instructions leads to spiritual demise. The message warns believers against being swayed by deceptive influences or "lying prophets," emphasizing that even a small lapse in judgment can result in severe consequences. Apostle Conliff encourages her audience to maintain a personal, steadfast connection with the Holy Spirit rather than seeking human validation or fame. Ultimately, the message serves as a call to prioritize God’s sovereigntyand remain loyal to His word to receive His full protection and blessings.Key Points:The sermon explores the spiritual dangers of receiving guidance from deceptive sources primarily through the biblical narrative of a young prophet who was misled by an older prophet, resulting in his death. The Apostle emphasizes several key themes regarding these dangers:Deceptive sources often present themselves as legitimate authorities. The sermon notes that some individuals "stir up their own gift" and claim it is from God when it is not. These "lying tongues" often speak falsely because they want to "look good in their eyes" or maintain a certain status. In the biblical example, the old prophet from Bethel used a "loose or unguarded moment" to act as a "tool in the hand of Satan," intentionally lying to the younger prophet by claiming an angel had given him a contradictory word from the Lord.A central danger highlighted is the failure of a believer to discern the source of a message. The Apostle warns that if you do not know who is prophesying into your life or "how to try every spirit," it can lead to your destruction. The younger prophet accepted the old prophet’s word without testing it, which the sermon identifies as a critical error; believers must be sensitive to the Holy Spirit to avoid being misled.The consequences of following deceptive guidance are portrayed as severe:Unnecessary Suffering: Words have power, and receiving negative guidance from a leader, such as being told you will "never amount to anything", can cause a person to "suffer unnecessarily".Divine Judgment: Because the young prophet listened to the "wrong voice" and disobeyed God's clear instructions not to eat or drink in Bethel, he faced "divine judgment".Fatal Consequences: The sermon recounts how the young prophet was eventually slain by a lion on his journey home as a direct result of his disobedience fueled by the old prophet's trickery.The sermon also warns against "gimmicks" in ministry, specifically the practice of paying for prophecies. The Apostle asserts that God's word is free and that those who require money to deliver a word are making the faith "look bad". Rather than leading a person to wholeness, these deceptive practices can leave a person "broken" instead of restored.Finally, the Apostle warns that even if you are "running really really good," a "trickster prophet" can mess up your life if you open yourself to the wrong source, and those who have survived such experiences are urged to "never go back".Rec. Date: 6th June, 2024

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    Escaping the Shadow and Suppression of Ancient Egypt

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff explores the biblical warnings found in Isaiah 30 and 31, focusing on the dangers of seeking worldly solutions over divine guidance. Apostle Conliff emphasizes that the ancient Israelites erred by turning to Egypt for military protection rather than trusting in God’s promises. The message serves as a call for modern believers to maintain consistent integrity and a deep personal relationship with the Holy Spirit every day of the week. Listeners are urged to reject rebellious independence and "fleshly" alliances, as these eventually lead to shame and spiritual failure. Ultimately, the message highlights that true blessing and protection come only through total obedience and an available, surrendered heart.Key Points: The imagery of Egypt serves as a powerful symbol for both spiritual rebellion and worldly suppression, specifically within the context of the Israelites' historical and spiritual relationship with God.The Apostle describes Egypt as a representation of the world's system and culture, which stands in direct opposition to God's precepts. Spiritual rebellion is characterized by the following:Rejecting God’s Counsel: Rebellion occurs when the "children of God" choose to seek counsel from "the heathen" or those against God’s principles rather than consulting Him. Making "wrong alliances" with Egypt is presented as a failure to trust in God's infinite wisdom.Trusting in the "Arms of Flesh": Egypt represents the desire to rely on human strength, specifically military power, horses, and chariots, instead of the spirit of God. The Apostle warns that trusting in the "shadow of Egypt" or the "arms of flesh" will ultimately lead to shame, confusion, and failure.Double Standards: Rebellion is also framed as trying to live a "secret life" or a "double standard," where one attempts to serve both God and the world. The Apostle warns that "you cannot live in the world and dance in the church".Beyond rebellion, Egypt symbolizes the bondage and pressure exerted by worldly systems:Historical Oppression: The Apostle highlights that the Israelites were physically "suppressed under Egypt" and that Pharaoh was never for God.The Weight of Disobedience: Choosing the "way of the heathen" leads to suppression in the form of spiritual "woe" and troubles. Disobedience carries a "real price," exemplified by the Israelites being forced to wander for 40 years on a journey that should have taken only 30 to 50 days.Spiritual Stagnation: The imagery suggests that when believers return to "Egypt" (the world) for help, they are returning to a place of suppression that God already delivered them from. This is described as backsliding, which is not considered an option for a believer.Seeking help from Egypt, representing the world, results in becoming an enemy of God. While God is noted for His mercy and provision even during times of disobedience, there is a stern warning that those who prioritize worldly status or human alliances over God will "kindle the anger" of the Almighty. The imagery of Egypt serves as a reminder that true strength and protection come only from a consistent relationship with God, rather than the temporary and deceptive security of worldly power.Rec. Date: 9th June, 2024

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    Rooted in the Word, Ignited by Fire: The Path to Uncompromising Integrity

    This sermon delivered by Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on the transformative power of the Word of God through the lens of the Parable of the Sower. The Apostle emphasizes that believers must cultivate "good soil" in their hearts by prioritizing their relationship with the Creator over material possessions or sinful distractions like pornography. She shares personal testimonies of divine intervention and physical healing to illustrate that God remains active and powerful in the lives of those who maintain unwavering faith. Beyond individual spirituality, the message advocates for strong family investments, loyalty to the church, and the necessity of being "on fire" for the Holy Spirit. Summarily, the discourse calls for a completely surrendered life, warning that the Word one ignores today will serve as the final authority in the afterlife.Key Points:Maintaining spiritual authority and integrity requires a multifaceted approach centered on the Word of God, personal holiness, and a teachable heart. A believer must treat the Word of God as their final authority, building their life upon it so they can stand against any power in the world.To maintain integrity, a believer must prioritize God over material things, as living solely for "things" prevents one from truly serving Him. True integrity involves total surrender, where a believer gives God their entire self rather than just parts of their life. The Apostle emphasizes that believers must live a "set apart life" and avoid compromising when it comes to sin, such as pornography or gambling, which are described as being contrary to the characteristics of Jesus.Furthermore, integrity is maintained by being "good ground" soil, which allows the Word to take root and produce good habits, transformed thinking, and a radical commitment to righteousness. This includes being a team player within the church community and avoiding "petty ism and schism," as God's work is often intended to be done in partnership with others.Spiritual authority is sustained through a deep, active relationship with God and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Key practices include:Seeking "Holy Ghost Fire": Believers are encouraged to be "on fire" for Jesus, as this spiritual fire provides the power to "smite the devil" and ensures that Satan has no power over them.Anchoring in Faith: Authority is maintained by remaining anchored in faith even during intense trials or negative reports, such as medical crises. A believer's confidence in God’s ability to "come through" determines their success or failure in difficult seasons.Strategic Use of Scripture: In moments where there is no time for long prayers, spiritual authority is exercised by declaring the right scripture for the situation.Maintaining the Fear of God: The "house of God" should remain a place where the fear of God is present, serving as a deterrent against "doing your own thing" or acting without spiritual restraint.In the modern world, integrity also extends to how a believer manages their family life and time. The Apostle advises believers to spend quality time with their families, doing simple things like going for drives or window shopping, to build treasured memories and avoid the breakdown of marriages. Maintaining a home environment free from constant arguing is essential because God cannot be glorified in conflict. Finally, a believer maintains their spiritual standing by possessing a teachable heart, which allows them to receive the "mysteries of the kingdom" that are hidden from those who remain spiritually blind.Rec. Date: 30th May, 2024

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    Character, Commitment, and the Power of Unwavering Faith

    This sermon from Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on the essential requirement for believers to live with integrity and active service. Apostle Conliff emphasizes that true faith requires sacrificial commitment rather than passive observation, warning that God will eventually expose those who lead secret, unholy lives. Using biblical figures like David, Elijah, and Elisha, the message illustrates that spiritual power and divine mantles are reserved for those who maintain character and honesty. She also addresses contemporary moral concerns, specifically criticizing indecent fashion and the dangers of dating apps, which the preacher conveys as signs of spiritual perversion. Ultimately, the Apostle calls for a deepening of the spiritual life through prayer, fasting, and the necessity of forgiving others to ensure one's own prayers are not hindered.Key Points:Maintaining integrity and Godly character empowers a believer's faith by qualifying them for God's power and removing spiritual blockages that hinder the manifestation of miracles. Character is a prerequisite for "talking to mountains", the various academic, domestic, or health obstacles believers face and commanding change. While every believer is given a measure of faith, standing in integrity and order is necessary for God to work through an individual; without holiness, God may simply wait rather than move on the believer's behalf.The Apostle highlights several ways character empowers faith:Qualifying for the Anointing: Apostle Allison uses the example of Gehazi, who was a "crook" and a "cheat," to demonstrate that a lack of integrity disqualifies a person from receiving a spiritual mantle or anointing. To have an unwavering faith that results in anointing like Elijah’s, a believer must lead a dedicated, prayerful, and surrendered life.Enabling "Greater Works": Jesus promised that believers would do "greater works," but the sources clarify that one cannot perform these works without aligning their character and remaining sober and diligent. Maintaining a "holy stance" is listed as a vital prerequisite for functioning within the kingdom.Removing Spiritual Blockages: Integrity involves living a life free of "secret" sins and lies, as God will eventually expose such behaviors to be glorified. Practicing honesty and forgiveness is essential; holding onto unforgiveness is described as a blockage and a demon that prevents believers from progressing and can even cause physical sickness.Ensuring Answered Prayer: When a believer stands praying, they must forgive and "drop the issue" they have against others so that their own transgressions are forgiven, ensuring their prayers are not hindered.Protecting Spiritual Sight: Maintaining Godly character involves being disciplined about what one looks at and listens to, as unGodly influences (like "vices" or "sick" films) can cause mind battles and "twist" one's perspective, weakening their spiritual resolve.A believer's faith becomes unwavering when they are anchored in truth and serve in "spirit and in truth" rather than just "talking" the life. By maintaining a right attitude and fulfilling the promises of God, such as being their "brother's keeper", believers position themselves to receive supernatural breakthroughs.Rec. Date: 2nd June, 2024

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    Lying Divination vs Divine Truths

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the necessity of divine obedience and spiritual discernment. Using the Book of Ezekiel as a foundation, the Apostle highlights how God called the prophet to deliver messages to a rebellious nation, emphasizing that believers must "eat the word" to truly live it. The message warns against the dangers of false prophecy and "lying divination," urging the congregation to test spirits and maintain a sincere relationship with God. Ultimately, the sermon serves as a call for Christians to prioritize integrity, prayer, and a disciplined lifestyle to overcome modern spiritual challenges.Key Points: Believers can distinguish between divine truth and false prophecy by focusing on the source of the message, the character of the messenger, and their own personal spiritual discernment.The Apostle outlines several specific ways to make this distinction:Believers must discern whether a prophecy originates from a divine "download" or from a person's "own heart". False prophets often follow their own spirit and speak about things they have not actually seen in a vision from God. In contrast, divine truth is rooted in the word of God, which "could never miss the mark" when it is rightly divided. Apostle Conliff emphasizes that while personal opinions can be wrong, the Lord's opinion, found in His word, is the only reliable direction.A critical way to distinguish truth is to "try the spirit" rather than blindly accepting a prophetic word. Some individuals may use "familiar spirits" to gain information about a person's situation. Because these spirits can be accurate about current circumstances, a believer might be "hoodwinked" into thinking the message is from God. Distinguishing divine truth requires the ability to differentiate between these familiar spirits and the Holy Spirit.Believers should be cautious of those who seek to give "words" or prophecies secretly or behind the backs of leadership. The Apostle conveys that true prophetic grace operates within the order of the church, and those who "prophe-lie" can destroy lives. Additionally, divine truth is characterized by:A lack of extortion: Unlike false prophets who may give words to get money or property, divine truth is not about "extortion" but about "principles of faith" and "exhorting".Obedience and Sending: A true messenger only moves when God sends them; those who speak when the Lord has not sent them are practicing "lying divination".The sermon notes that even Satan knows the Bible, but he does not live it. Therefore, divine truth is distinguished by its application in a believer's life. Believers are encouraged to study the word so they can become what the word says they should be, rather than just humming along in a "naive world" without a proper prayer life.To properly distinguish truth, a believer must be fully engaged with God. Being even "1% lukewarm" leaves room for the enemy and makes one a "traitor" to the kingdom. By setting themselves apart and maintaining a surrendered heart, believers allow God to download the "times and seasons" into their spirits, equipping them to overcome hurdles and recognize false influences.Ultimately, the sermon concludes that if a believer is in doubt about a prophecy, it is safer to "shut [one's] mouth" and wait for certainty from God, as wrong prophecy can be devastating.Rec. Date: 23rd May, 2024

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    Trickster to Warrior: The Blueprint for Spiritual Maturity and Power

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on the biblical narrative of Jacob’s journey and the necessity of divine alignment. By exploring Genesis 28, the Apostle emphasizes that obedience to God’s word is paramount, even when it contradicts human advice or personal desires. The message highlights the importance of forgiveness and mending relationships as essential steps toward spiritual healing and receiving God's promises. Furthermore, the Apostle encourages the congregation to maintain a standard of holiness, noting that personal transformation and faithfulness lead to divine visitations and protection. Ultimately, the sermon serves as a call to prioritize God's kingdom over worldly concerns, trusting that His presence remains a constant source of strength through every trial.Key Points:To experience divine transformative power, a believer must adhere to several fundamental spiritual standards rooted in alignment with God’s Word, personal holiness, and active faith. True transformation occurs when the power of the Word gets inside a person's spirit and comes alive, making them a "vessel that man can never make."The following standards are essential for maintaining this spiritual state:The primary standard for any believer or leader is to align themselves completely with the Word of God, as nothing and no one can override or overrule it. Building a spiritual life requires building on the "chief cornerstone," which is Jesus and His Word. This involves daily engagement with the Bible to ensure one is not attempting to "overrule the king" while working in His kingdom.A believer must maintain a high standard of holiness and righteousness to experience miracles. Christians cannot "live a loose life" and expect to receive the miracles they desire. God desires a people who will "express his character on the earth" by living holy and continuing in the Word on a daily basis. This includes seeking the Kingdom of God and His righteousness first, rather than focusing on self-help or seeking blessings before seeking the Provider.A critical internal standard for transformation and healing is the act of forgiving and mending relationships. Even if a person prays for healing, they cannot truly heal if they refuse to forgive or "mend fences" with others. This process of mending is described as a necessary spiritual exercise for those who wish to follow the leading of the Spirit.Believers are encouraged to make their faith active rather than keeping it "brand new" like an unused Bible. This involves:Walking by faith, not by sight, especially during spiritual warfare.Accepting the "process" of trials and tests, as these are necessary to become fruitful and multiply.Maintaining faithfulness in small things, which eventually leads God to exalt the believer.To receive from God, one must be positioned correctly, much like placing a tank under a spout to collect rain. This positioning is achieved through prayer, petitioning, and spending time in God's presence. Seeking God allows Him to "download" His desires and instructions into the believer, which ultimately changes their situation and transforms them into what they desire to be in life.Transformation is evidenced when a person moves from a state of "wickedness" to one of "Godly fear." For example, Jacob began as a "trickster" but was transformed when the fear of God came upon him, allowing him to make right decisions and lead his family. Furthermore, believers must accept personal responsibility (autonomy) for their spiritual walk as they mature, as they can no longer rely solely on the "covering" of others once they reach the age of accountability.Rec. Date: 26th May, 2024

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    Refined by Fire: Purification and Cleansing

    This sermon from Apostle Allison Smith Conliff celebrates Pentecost Sunday by emphasizing the transformative power of Holy Spirit fire. Apostle Allison teaches that Pentecost represents a life of total surrender and obedience to God, rather than just a routine religious habit. She describes the Holy Spirit as a necessary comforter and advocate who empowers believers to overcome spiritual darkness and trials. The message highlights the importance of church unity and sacrifice, drawing parallels between modern believers and the 120 disciples in the upper room. Ultimately, it encourages listeners to move beyond a lukewarm faith to experience a personal, supernatural connection with the triune God.Key Points:Holy fire acts as a profound cleansing agent that purifies believers by directly burning out sin and removing behaviors or influences that do not belong in a believer's life. The fire of God comes to purify, cleanse, and smite the enemy, ultimately changing the circumstances of the individual. While the Apostle notes that some people may avoid the "burn" of the fire because it targets their sinful nature, they emphasize that this holy fire is beneficial because it points the believer toward the way of holiness and truth.The expression of Christ’s character is facilitated by the fire in several specific ways:Surrender and Obedience: The "Pentecostal life" associated with holy fire is one of complete surrender and obedience to God, which provides the "enablement" for the church to express the character of Jesus.Internal Sweetness: A believer on fire should reflect Christ's "sweetness" rather than bitterness; just as Jesus is "sweeter than the honey in the honeycomb," holy fire should prevent a believer from "cussing out" neighbors or producing "bitter water".Empowered Witnessing: Holy fire transforms believers into active witnesses of what the Lord has done. This empowerment allows them to speak with unknown tongues and function against the kingdom of darkness, mimicking Christ's own authority.Alignment with Truth: Because the fire is linked to the Spirit of truth, it points believers away from themselves and back to the way of the cross and the character of Jesus.Persistence and Victory: Drawing on Christ as the "best example" who cannot fail, holy fire empowers believers to arise above trials and tests and walk in supernatural victory.If a believer is "born of fire," they must continue to "live in the fire" and "blaze the trail" to do what God has commanded, as our God is described as a consuming fire. This process is not intended to harm the believer but to conform and transform them into God's will.Rec. Date: 19th May, 2024

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    Crucifying Self to Walk in Divine Authority

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the necessity of humility and obedience before God. Drawing from the biblical books of Isaiah and Daniel, the Apostle warns against the dangers of pride, specifically citing King Nebuchadnezzar’s downfall as a lesson in divine sovereignty. She emphasizes that God continues to speak through modern prophets and expects his followers to be cheerful givers who honor Him with their resources and lives. Throughout the message, she shares personal testimoniesof physical healing and spiritual endurance to illustrate God's miraculous power. Ultimately, the sermon serves as an urgent call for believers to repent of hypocrisy and remain steadfast in their faith during the last days.Key Points:Apostle Allison Smith Conliff defines the relationship between divine authority and humility as a total surrender of personal ego to ensure that God receives all honor and glory. She asserts that God is the ultimate source of all nourishment, talent, and success, and therefore, He shares His glory with no man.The key elements of this relationship include:Apostle Conliff emphasizes that to operate under divine authority, one must practice extreme humility by eliminating self-praise. She states that she "crucified self a long time ago" and that it was "nailed to the cross with Jesus Christ". This spiritual discipline allows her to perform acts of service, such as blessing others or conducting deliverances, without seeking public recognition. By taking "no glory" for herself, she maintains a position where God can continue to use her as a vessel for His power.Apostle Conliff warns that humans often mistake the blessings of divine authority for their own achievements. She points out that every "nutrient" and bit of training a believer receives is nourished by God Himself. She uses the biblical example of King Nebuchadnezzar to illustrate the danger of forgetting this relationship:Nebuchadnezzar's "mightiness went to his head," leading him to claim he built his kingdom by his own power and for his own majesty,.Apostle Conliff notes that the moment someone says "it is I" instead of acknowledging "it is God," they move into a dangerous state of rebellion.She teaches that God "sets up and he pulls down" based on His desires, and divine authority can be removed instantly if a leader becomes full of themselves,.For Apostle Conliff, humility is also defined as unquestioning obedience to divine instructions. She argues that believers often "miss the mark" because they try to rationalise or question God's commands, such as whom to pray for or how much to give, instead of simply following them. She suggests that a "smooth Christian walk" is only possible when one allows themselves to be "carried by the hand of God" rather than their own logic.The Apostle explains that divine authority must be exercised with humility when correcting others. She states that she approaches members "in the humility of the mighty God" to raise their standards, rather than using authority to belittle them. She believes that God prefers humility because "He gave grace to the humble" but will actively "shine up" or discipline those who refuse to work as part of a team or who insist on an "I, I, I" mentality.The relationship is further illustrated by Nebuchadnezzar’s restoration. Apostle Conliff notes that the King's "reason returned" only when he raised his eyes toward heaven and blessed the Most High, acknowledging that God’s dominion is the only one that is everlasting. This reinforces her view that humility is the necessary posture for anyone wishing to remain under the protection and empowerment of divine authority. Rec. Date: 16th May, 2024

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    Love and Lust

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the theological teachings found in John Chapter 8. The discourse centers on the identity of Jesus Christ as the light of the world and the necessity of abiding in His word to achieve true spiritual freedom. Apostle Conliff warns the congregation against habitual sin and "intellectual" faith, urging believers to move beyond mere religious lineage to develop a genuine, consecrated relationship with God. The sermon also addresses practical moral issues, such as the distinction between love and lust, the importance of forgiveness, and the dangers of sexual immorality. Ultimately, the message serves as a call for spiritual self-examination, encouraging listeners to align their lives with Christ to escape the penalty of sin and live as true disciples.Key Points:The distinction between love and lust defines a believer’s spiritual character by revealing whether they are motivated by the flesh or by a committed relationship with God. The Apostle explains that while lust is often mistaken for love, they are fundamentally different: lust is an immediate, visual reaction to physical attributes, such as a person’s figure, whereas true love develops over a process of time and is based on knowing a person’s actual character.The following points illustrate how this distinction shapes a believer’s spiritual standing:Motivation for Righteousness: A believer with spiritual character is motivated by a deep love for God, which prevents them from wanting to hurt Him. When a believer truly understands love, they strive to stand righteous even when no one else is watching.Sustainability and Stability: Lust is characterized as fleeting because it is based on physical "figurines" or shapes that inevitably change over time. A spiritual character built on lust will result in disappointment and dissatisfaction, as mankind is often driven by a greedy desire for "more," much like wanting more at KFC. In contrast, a believer’s character should be rooted in the "True Vine," Jesus Christ, which allows them to produce lasting fruit such as love, kindness, and patience.The Rejection of Immorality: The Apostle emphasizes that there is too much immorality and sexual sin within the house of God, which must be "cut". A true believer’s character is defined by abiding in the word rather than being led by fleeting feelings or emotions. Practicing sin habitually makes one a "slave to sin" and to Satan, whereas the spiritual character of a "son" is one of freedom and remaining in God's household forever.The Expression of God’s Nature: Because "God is love," a believer’s spiritual character is defined by their "love walk". This includes the ability to forgive others easily, recognizing that a lack of forgiveness hinders one's life, destroys peace, and interferes with spiritual vision. If a person claims to follow God but harbors hatred, they are not truly expressing the character of Jesus Christ.Ultimately, a believer's character is a reflection of who they follow; those who follow the "light of life" will not walk in the darkness of lustful or sinful practices, but will instead have their light shine in every corner.Rec. Date: 9th May, 2024

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    The Eye of Faith: Navigating the Unseen

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers Mother’s Day Service sermon focusing primarily on the transformative power of faith. The Apostle defines faith as the "eyes of the spiritual realm," arguing that it is the essential vehicle for navigating life's challenges and achieving the impossible through divine favor. By examining biblical figures like Mary, Elizabeth, and Moses' mother, the sermon illustrates how absolute trust in God allows individuals to fulfill their purpose regardless of their physical circumstances. The message encourages the congregation to maintain a lifestyle of faithfulness rather than focusing on outward appearances or temporary hardships. Ultimately, the sermon celebrates mothers as pillars of strength while calling all believers to feed their spirits and rely on God as their ultimate source of hope and security.Key Points: The "eye of faith" acts as a transformative lens that reshapes both spiritual perception and the reality of daily life by allowing individuals to see beyond physical circumstances.Faith serves as the "eyes of the spiritual realm," enabling believers to see "things not seen". This spiritual vision transforms perception in several key ways:Accessing the Unseen: While the "naked eye" only perceives current physical realities, the eye of faith allows a person to stand strong even when they do not know what is going to happen or where they are going.Moving Beyond "Sight": Walking only by sight leads to being "double-minded" because it causes individuals to waver based on their current struggles. Faith, conversely, allows one to "see" into the next dimension and anchor themselves in God's promises regardless of what is visible.Spiritual Communication: Faith facilitates communication with God, allowing believers to receive messages and assignments that are "entrusted" only to the faithful.Empowerment for the Supernatural: Spiritual perception through faith empowers individuals to walk in the supernatural, as demonstrated by Mary and Elizabeth, who both saw beyond their physical limitations, virginity and advanced age, respectively, to birth what God intended.Faith is a "lifestyle" rather than a temporary state, impacting how people navigate practical life and its challenges:Daily Resilience: Beyond special celebrations, faith is meant for "daily living". It is described as a "vehicle" that carries people through life and the "ammunition" needed against darkness.Courage in Uncertainty: Faith transforms fear into courage. For example, Mary, as a teenager, accepted a life-altering calling because she was taught to live by faith. Similarly, Moses' mother took the "mad" action of placing her child in a river, trusting in a purpose beyond her intellect.Strength and Exploits: Those who know God through faith are described as "unstoppable" and capable of doing "exploits". This strength allows them to remain steady even when "flood waters are rising" or "troubles seem to be overtaking" them.Redefining Practical Needs: Faith changes how one approaches material needs and personal identity. It encourages believers to focus on "dressing their spirit" rather than just their physical bodies, and to find contentment regardless of their current season.Hope in Hardship and Death: For those experiencing abandonment, widowhood, or single motherhood, faith provides a "secret place" to find help and assurance. It even transforms the experience of death, providing assurance and hope that distinguishes the person of faith from the rest of the world.Ultimately, the eye of faith adds "substance" to a person's life, turning hope into evidence and allowing them to "faith their way through" any circumstance.Rec. Date: 12th May. 2024

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    Avoiding the "Spin" and Running with Order

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a message on spiritual endurance and scriptural integrity. She encourages the congregation to prioritize the eternal rewards of Christ over worldly wealth or political activism, specifically advising against joining student protests. She warns against counterfeit doctrines and misleading teachers, urging believers to remain rooted in the original gospel rather than shifting their allegiance. Emphasizing the reality of spiritual warfare, the Apostle shares personal stories of divine protection and the necessity of living a holy life to resist demonic challenges. Summarily, it serves as a call for followers to maintain spiritual discipline and rely on God's strength to navigate a modern world filled with moral and doctrinal confusion.Key Points:Believers must distinguish between the original gospel and counterfeit teachings because following the wrong message leads to negative spiritual results and can ultimately end in destruction. There are people "masquerading as teachers" who "disturb and confuse" the church with misleading, counterfeit doctrines.Drawing from the provided sermon, here are the primary reasons why this distinction is vital:If a believer listens to the "wrong teacher," they will inevitably get the "wrong results". False teachings often distort the gospel of Christ into something it is not, such as the erroneous belief that a person must convert to Jewish traditions to be saved rather than relying on the grace of Christ. These misleading messages "disturb and confuse" the believer’s faith, shifting their allegiance away from God.Distorting the original gospel is considered a grave offense. Even if an apostle or an "angel from heaven" were to preach a gospel contrary to the original one, they should be "accursed or condemned to destruction". Believers must be vigilant because anyone, including those in leadership, who preaches a different gospel faces these severe spiritual consequences.Distinguishing the truth is necessary for spiritual protection. The Apostle highlights that:Knowledge of God is required for strength: Only those who "know their God" will be strong and "do exploits".A personal relationship is essential: Attempting to use the name of Jesus or engage in spiritual warfare without a personal relationship or "living the life" can lead to being overtaken by evil forces, much like the "sons of [Sceva]" who were beaten and stripped by demons.Avoiding the "Spin" on Doctrine: Believers are warned not to "tempt God" by giving their own "spin on doctrine". The Apostle cites an example of a man who misinterpreted scripture to justify playing with a snake in church, which led to his death when the snake "squeezed him to death".Maintaining the original word provides the "order" necessary to live successfully in an "evil world". Without this foundation, believers may start their spiritual journey with passion but "stop running" at a young age because they were chasing after various doctrines "without order". To "endure to the end," a believer must build their life upon the foundation of Jesus Christ and the word rather than worldly things or misleading influences.Rec. Date: 2nd May, 2024

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    Great Victories Through Great Sacrifices

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the spiritual necessity of holiness, discipline, and perseverance. Using the Book of Daniel as a primary text, the preacher describes Daniel’s fasting and divine visions to illustrate how believers must seek clarity and strength through sacrificial prayer. The message warns against the dangers of sin and worldly distractions, specifically highlighting the importance of integrity in leadership and the sanctity of marriage. Members are encouraged to pursue a surrendered life and remain vigilant against hostile spiritual forces that oppose their progress. Ultimately, it serves as a call for the congregation to rely on divine intervention and maintain a righteous mission statement to fulfill their destinies.Key Points:The biblical account of Daniel’s fasting and visions provides several requirements and benchmarks for modern spiritual leadership, emphasizing sacrifice, integrity, and spiritual sensitivity.The Necessity of Sacrifice and Fasting: Daniel’s three-week period of mourning and fasting, where he abstained from "tasty food," meat, and wine, serves as a model for leaders seeking "great victories" through "great sacrifices". For a modern leader to receive a "download from heaven" to edify the church or the nation, they must be willing to discipline their "taste buds" and move beyond spiritual laziness. Leaders are encouraged to set aside time to be "inclined to hear" God, just as Daniel was, rather than being consumed by worldly distractions or physical comforts.Purity of Heart and Moral Integrity: A central requirement is that spiritual leaders must maintain "clean hands and a pure heart" to be receptive to divine communication. Daniel’s ability to receive spiritual insights is attributed to his righteousness and "set apart" life. Consequently, modern leaders are warned to:Guard against sexual immorality and greed: Leaders are cautioned to protect themselves from falling into "folly" or "loose living," which can destroy the vision God has for their ministry.Avoid "double standards": A leader must not appear "prim and proper" in church while living a "loose and wild" life in private.Maintain "the order of righteousness": This involves guarding the heart against the "issues of life" and maintaining discipline to prevent the "flesh" from ruling over the Spirit.Seeking Clarity and Divine Understanding: Understanding a vision is as critical as receiving one; Daniel "understood the message" and had "an understanding of the vision". For modern leadership, this means waiting for clarity before moving forward, as acting on an unclear message or with "off" timing can be destructive. Leaders are expected to be "awake in the things of God" so they can recognize when God is speaking, even if those around them do not perceive the vision.Vision and Mission Execution: Drawing a parallel to Daniel’s focus, the Apostle states that leaders must not only have a vision but also a "mission statement" to execute it. A leader without a mission or a plan to put things in "proper order" may fail to accomplish what God has placed within them. Spiritual leadership involves the diligent execution of God-given goals rather than just having good intentions.Humility and Surrender: The account of Daniel’s physical weakness and trembling during his vision informs a requirement for humility in leadership. A leader's life should be a "surrendered life" to Christ, where they lead through the "expression of the character of Jesus Christ" and love for people, rather than a desire for popularity or personal gain. The Apostle emphasizes that God strengthens the humble leader, just as an angel strengthened Daniel when his own strength failed.Rec. Date: 5th May, 2024

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    Fueling the Fire

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff exhorts believers to live a transformed life fueled by the Holy Spirit. Drawing from 1st Peter, the message emphasizes that through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Christians possess a "living hope" and the spiritual power to overcome any worldly challenge. The Apostle urges the congregation to maintain moral alertness and Godly character, distinguishing themselves from the world through holiness and obedience. She warns against the stagnation of tradition and spiritual laziness, comparing a prayerless believer to an unrefined vehicle without fuel. Ultimately, the message calls for a deep personal commitment to God's purpose, reminding the faithful that they were redeemed by the spotless blood of Christ to be impactful witnesses on earth.Key Points:Fueling the soul through prayer is presented as the essential process of activating the dormant power given to believers at salvation. While every believer receives spiritual power through their "new birth," this power remains ineffective unless it is consistently maintained through prayer and the Holy Spirit.Here is how fueling the soul through prayer enables believers to exercise spiritual power:The Apostle compares a believer’s spiritual power to the "fastest vehicle," such as a Subaru; no matter how much potential speed the car has, it "goes nowhere" if it is not fueled. Believers are cautioned against being "negligent" or "lackadaisical" in "filling up" at the "fuel station" of prayer. While God has already given believers the power to "tread upon serpent and scorpions," many "sit on the power" because they do not take the quality time necessary to know God and fuel that power through prayer.Prayer serves as the vital connection to the "power of the mighty God" that "raised Jesus from the dead". The Apostle emphasize that believers must stay "connected to the power" so that it can "flow out" of them. This connection allows a believer to:Change the atmosphere: Just as Apostle Allison describes, a pastor speaking life into a hospital ward to prevent death, words fueled by prayer have the power to "speak a thing" and alter circumstances.Demonstrate "Fire": Believers are encouraged to be "fiery" rather than just "smoke," noting that God is a "consuming fire" and his children should reflect that same nature on the inside.Humans are spirits who have a soul and live in a body. If believers do not "feed [their] spirit," they "starve [their] spirit man". Without the fuel of prayer, a person will "blow the flesh" on others when challenged rather than responding with spiritual power. Conversely, being "full of God" and the Holy Ghost ensures that when a believer is "pressed" by life's difficulties, only the personality of Jesus Christ comes out.Exercise of spiritual power requires direction. Only through prayer, communication, worship, and commitment will God's path be "unveiled" to the believer. This spiritual fueling makes "crooked paths... straight," allowing believers to see and go to places they previously could not.Prayer as a "mandate" and a "work". Those who view prayer merely as a chore and avoid it will not receive "victory". By applying the "knowledge and wisdom" gained through spiritual dedication, a believer becomes "empowered" so that they are "victorious" when tested. This spiritual strength enables a "spirit of rejoicing" even in the midst of trials and hospitalizations.Rec. Date: 28th April, 2024

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    Mastering the Doctrine of Christ to Navigate a Deceptive World

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a message on the necessity of spiritual intelligence and total commitment to God. Using the Book of Ephesians as a foundation, the Apostle warns the congregation against being deceived by false doctrines and worldly distractions. She emphasizes that believers must lead a sacrificial life, specifically highlighting the importance of fasting and prayer to gain authority over demonic forces. Apostle Conliff also addresses current global events and biblical prophecies, urging listeners to display the character of Christ in their daily lives. Ultimately, it serves as a call for Christians to move beyond religious rituals and demonstrate the miraculous power of God through faithful, holy living.Key Points: Personal doctrinal knowledge is considered essential because it acts as a spiritual safeguard; the sources state that "if we don't know the doctrine, people will sell us anything and we will buy it". In a modern landscape where "crazy doctrine" is easily accessible via the internet, having a personal understanding of the doctrine of Christ prevents believers from being "hoodwinked" or pressured by false teachings.Here is why personal doctrinal knowledge is vital for protecting one's salvation and spiritual life:Discerning False Faiths and Interpretations: Knowledge of specific scriptural truths allows believers to dismiss deceptive claims. For example, the Apostle notes that some faiths teach that only 144,000 people are going to heaven, but a deeper doctrinal study reveals that this number refers specifically to 12,000 from each of the twelve tribes of Israel, rather than the Gentile church. Knowing that one is already "saved" and "sanctified" prevents them from giving "airplay" to these deceptions.Identifying Manipulative Practices: Personal knowledge of God’s character protects believers from ministers who may preach heresies or false doctrines for financial gain. The Apostle warns against "buying" prophecies, noting that any pastor charging for a prophecy is likely "living beyond their means" rather than following the example of Jesus.Rightly Dividing the Word: Wisdom and understanding are necessary to "rightly divide the word of truth". This involves understanding the context of scripture, such as the cultural background of the Corinthian church, to avoid misapplying biblical instructions in modern settings.Avoiding Spiritual "Nonsense": Without a foundation in the Word, believers may be led astray by "nonsense" preaching or "crazy doctrine from on the net". Some modern practices, like commanding "fat bellies" to go in during prayer, make the church a "laughing stock". Personal doctrinal strength allows a believer to know when it is "time to move from that table" and stop consuming ungodly information.Living the Word Consistently: True doctrinal knowledge is not just about reading but living the word. This consistency protects the believer's testimony, as some people may sound spiritual in church but remain "nonspiritual" in their outside lives. Engaging personally with the "best book" (the Bible) helps a person overcome fears and receive "downloads from heaven" directly rather than relying solely on a preacher.Believers must be "intelligent" in their faith and to seek "wisdom and understanding"from the Holy Spirit to navigate a season where God demands a "god-fearing and a sacrificial life".Rec. Date: 25th April, 2024

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     Righteousness Must be Maintained at All Costs

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff delivers a powerful message focused on the biblical book of Ephesians. The teaching emphasizes that true spiritual authority comes solely from a divine calling rather than self-appointed titles or worldly credentials. Apostle Conliff challenges the congregation to maintain holiness and discipline, reminding believers that they were predestined for adoption into God’s kingdom before the world began. The discourse encourages followers to act as faithful disciples by avoiding the distractions of gossip, sexual immorality, and material greed. Ultimately, the message highlights that redemption through Jesus Christ provides a spiritual immunity against sin, urging the church to reflect God's character in every aspect of life.Key Points:Recognizing that you are called by the will of God, not by man, establishes that your identity is tied to a higher purpose. This understanding requires a "set apart" life, where you no longer fashion yourself after "former lusts" but after the holiness of God. When you realize you are predestined, you move from following your own desires to becoming a disciple who expresses God's character rather than the kingdom of darkness.Holiness is not a performance for "Sunday morning only". Because your identity in Christ is a permanent "seal" from the Holy Spirit, your pursuit of holiness must be maintained in private moments, such as when you are lying in bed or choosing what to watch on Netflix. You are encouraged to stay within the "perimeter of faith,"ensuring your daily entertainment and thoughts align with the Word.Understanding your identity as an adopted child of the King brings a specific set of "perks and benefits," but also demands a high level of discipline. Just as royalty is trained in specific styles and manners to maintain the efficiency of a kingdom, believers are expected to follow the "holy instructions" in the Bible, referred to as the "manual", to express the character of their Father. This adoption means you no longer "play" with the rules of the kingdom but live a life that commands respect through order.Sin is a virus that has swept through the earth, but through Jesus, believers have built an "immunity". When you understand your identity as one who has received the "forgiveness of sins" through the blood of Christ, sin loses its dominion over you. This perspective transforms your daily pursuit from a struggle against sin into a walk in the victory and immunity already provided by the finished work on the cross.A believer who does not understand their identity and fails to "feed" on the Word is described as a "scrunting" or "poor" believer, someone who may have accepted Jesus but lacks the power to pray for themselves or others. By contrast, embracing your predestined identity leads to a "rich life" filled with the love, mercy, and power of God. This transformation encourages daily "clocking in" with Jesus through prayer and worship to ensure your life reflects the "character of Christ" rather than a sour or ineffective disposition.Finally, understanding that you were chosen to be "holy and without blame" means that righteousness must be maintained at all costs. This involves:Refusing to revert: Once a shift toward God occurs, you must not go back to old lifestyles, as this limits what God can do through you.Forgiveness: You must "release forgiveness to receive forgiveness," as keeping a holy stance requires letting go of gossip and offenses.Standard for Living: If you do not have a standard based on God’s Word, others will set a standard for you; therefore, you must maintain your "righteous stance" behind closed doors just as much as in public.Rec. Date: 21st April, 2024

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    Filling the Void and Finding Your Unique Grace

    Apostle Allison Smith Conliff focuses on the theme of divine love, asserting that human voids can only be filled by a relationship with God rather than material things. The Apostle includes testimonies from children who express gratitude for physical healing and spiritual restoration within their families. Transitioning into a study of the Book of John, the Apostle highlights John the Baptist as a model of obedience and a forerunner for Jesus Christ. The message concludes by urging congregants to embrace their unique divine purpose and rely on God’s grace and protection during difficult times. Overall, the message serves as a call for believers to remain steadfast and God-fearing in a modern world.Key Points:John the Baptist serves as a powerful model for modern believers by demonstrating unwavering obedience, selflessness, and a clear sense of divine mandate.His role as a model is defined by the following characteristics and actions:A Forerunner for Christ: Just as John was sent as a "forerunner" to prepare the way for Jesus’ first coming, modern believers are called to be forerunners who tell people that Jesus is coming again. The Apostle emphasize that believers today have an assignment to fulfill their part in the gospel mission "without hesitancy" or "delay," just as John did.An Obedient Vessel: John is described as a "unique" individual who wore "odd clothes" and ate "strange food," yet he was entirely focused on his mission rather than himself. He serves as a model of the "crucified and surrendered life," where obedience to God’s command is not a problem because "self" is no longer the priority.Bearing Witness to the Light: John "was not the light," but he came specifically to bear witness of the light so that all might believe. For modern believers, this means prioritizing the "God on the inside" and testifying about Jesus rather than seeking personal glory.Humility and Proper Perspective: John modeled humility by declaring that Jesus was "preferred" before him because Jesus "was before" him. He understood his place in God's plan, which the Apostle suggests is a lesson for believers to accept their own unique grace and timing rather than wishing to be someone else.Fulfillment of an Assignment: John is presented as a model for accurately moving into one’s "assignment". If believers do not do what they are called to do, modeled after John’s faithfulness, they risk becoming "miserable" or being replaced by another whom God will raise up.Apostle Allison Smith Conliff defines the "void" as an inherent part of the human condition, noting that every person "downloaded to planet earth" is created with this emptiness. The characteristics and purpose of this void include:A Longing for the Creator: Apostle Conliff specifically identifies it as a "void for their maker". She emphasizes that there is "no substitute" for God (G-O-D) to fill this specific space in the human heart.Inadequacy of Earthly Replacements: The Apostle explains that while people often search for fulfillment in material things or other people, these pursuits fail to satisfy because the void remains. Even when love is found in people or objects, a person will remain "haunted" and continue searching until they address the root cause.A Call to Service and Relationship: The only way to fill this void is for an individual to "look to him [God]" and "serve him".Ultimately, John the Baptist represents the "obedient vessel" that modern believers should strive to be: one who is hidden in God, stands for the truth of the gospel even under pressure, and remains focused on the "mandate from above". Furthermore, this void serves as a spiritual compass, intended to lead individuals back to a relationship with their manufacturer, who knows how to make them function at their "maximum" potential.Rec. Date: 14th April, 2024

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Apostle Allison Smith-Conliff (Lead Pastor of Lighthouse Empowerment Sanctuary Ministries) delivers sermons rife with Godly wisdom, biblical revelation and Christ-centred counsel designed to illuminate the pathway to a fulfilling earthly life and a Heaven bound eternal life just as Jesus intended. "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid." - Matthew 5:14 KJV

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