There are seasons in life when it feels like one battle ends only for another one to begin. In this message from Judges chapter 3, I walk through a powerful and often misunderstood truth, sometimes God does not remove the conflict because He is using it to grow us. Many of us believe that reaching the promised land means life should finally be easy, but Scripture shows us that God intentionally left enemies in the land to teach, test, and strengthen His people. These battles are not signs of failure. They are training grounds for faith. In this sermon, I share why God allows ongoing struggles, how conflict reveals our dependence on Him, and why every generation must learn how to fight spiritually for itself. From learning how to trust God when we cannot see the road ahead, to understanding how adversity refines us like gold in the fire, this message is an encouragement to keep going. If you are facing resistance, pressure, or spiritual fatigue, this message will remind you that God is still with you, still faithful, and still working through every battle you face. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: One Battle After Another | Pastor Quincy StratfordFoundational Scripture: Judges 3: 1-6 NKJV Sermon Notes: https://pastorquincystratford.subspla.sh/gh4cmt6 Key Sermon Points 1. God Allows Ongoing Battles to Train Your FaithGod intentionally left enemies in the promised land to teach Israel how to fight. Spiritual maturity is often developed through conflict, not comfort. 2. You Can Be Promised Victory and Still Face ResistanceIsrael owned the land, but still had to claim it. God’s promises often exist alongside opposition that requires obedience and action. 3. Conflict Reveals Who You Truly Depend OnBattles are not about proving personal strength, but about discovering how faithful, powerful, and present God really is. 4. God Tests Us Through Proximity, Not IsolationGod places believers near temptation, pressure, and cultural opposition to test obedience and produce transformation, not information. 5. Every Generation Must Fight Its Own Spiritual BattlesFaith cannot be inherited. Each generation must learn to stand, pray, endure, and trust God through its own challenges. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #FacingBattles #SpiritualGrowth #FaithThroughTrials #ChristianSermon #BiblicalTeaching #JudgesChapter3 #TrustGodInTheStorm #SpiritualWarfare #FaithAndPerseverance #ChristianMotivation #GodIsFaithful #OvercomingStruggles #ChristianEncouragement #KeepGoing #faithoverfear #GodsPromises #EnduringFaith #BattleTestedFaith #SermonOnFaith #christianlife

Follow Me… Again | How Jesus Restores Purpose After Regret In this message from John chapter 21, I walk through one of the most powerful restoration moments in Scripture, Jesus restoring Peter after failure. Peter denied Christ, carried regret, and went back to what felt familiar. But Jesus didn’t cancel the assignment. He came looking for him. This sermon is about what happens when failure pulls us backward instead of forward, why going back feels safe but keeps us stuck, and how Jesus meets us in our regret without condemnation. I talk about how regression impacts more than just us, how unfruitfulness is often a sign we are out of position, and why God’s calling still stands even after we fall. If you’ve ever wondered whether God can still use you after failure, disappointment, or regret, this message is for you. Jesus asks Peter the same question three times, not to shame him, but to heal him. And then He gives him the same call again, “Follow me.” This message is about restoration, obedience, faith in motion, and returning to the assignment God placed on your life. No matter what you’ve been through, God is still calling you forward. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: Follow Me….Again | Pastor Quincy StratfordFoundational Scripture: John 21: 15-22 Sermon Notes: https://pastorquincystratford.subspla.sh/8j43zxh Key Sermon Points 1. Biblical Faith Is Active, Not PassiveTrue belief moves, trusts, and obeys. Faith is not a statement, it is a posture that shapes how we live, respond, and follow Jesus daily. 2. Failure Often Leads to Regression, Not RebellionAfter regret, we tend to return to what feels familiar and safe, even when it is no longer what God has called us to do. 3. Going Back Is Rarely a Solo DecisionWhen leaders regress, others follow. Our obedience or disobedience impacts families, relationships, and those connected to us. 4. Jesus Meets Us in Failure Without CondemnationChrist does not shame Peter, He restores him by addressing the root, calling his name, and reaffirming his assignment. 5. Unfruitfulness Is a Sign You’re Out of PositionSkill alone is not enough. When we return to old seasons, old roles, or old comforts, we lose God’s hand and His fruitfulness. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #John21 #PeterRestored #ChristianSermon #FaithAfterFailure #SpiritualRestoration #BiblicalTeaching #FollowMe #ChristianMotivation #HealingFromRegret #GodsCalling #PurposeAfterPain #JesusRestores #FaithInAction #ChristianYouTube #ChurchSermon #OvercomingFailure #ChristianEncouragement #BibleTeaching #RestorationMessage #FaithJourney

There are moments when God gives us the instruction, the opportunity, and even His hand of favor, but we still stop short. In this message, I walk through 2 Kings 13 and Matthew 15 to confront a hard truth, incomplete obedience leads to incomplete victory. King Joash had everything he needed to defeat his enemy, yet he stopped striking too soon. The question we have to ask ourselves is simple, how many blessings have we forfeited because we quit when it got inconvenient? This message challenges comfort, convenience, and half-hearted obedience. It calls us to persistence, perseverance, and faith that refuses to be denied. I also address seasons when God seems silent and how those moments are not abandonment, but preparation. If you are stepping into a new year, a new season, or carrying unfinished business, this word is for you. God is still calling you to strike the ground again. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: Persistence By Pastor Quincy StratfordFoundational Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19 Sermon Notes: https://pastorquincystratford.subspla.sh/xfvms9v Key Sermon Points 1. Unfinished Obedience Limits God’s Intended VictoryFrom 2 Kings 13, Joash had God’s instruction, God’s favor, and God’s power, but he stopped short. Partial obedience resulted in partial victory. 2. Persistence, Not Talent, Determines BreakthroughBreakthrough does not belong to the most gifted, but to the most persistent. The difference between those who win and those who fall short is often who refuses to quit. 3. You Must Confront What You Want to ConquerFaith is not passive. God told Joash to aim, shoot, and strike. Spiritual victory requires engagement, not avoidance. 4. Convenience Is the Enemy of Spiritual GrowthComfort, distractions, and convenience cause many believers to abandon obedience prematurely, forfeiting blessings God was ready to release. 5. Silence from God Is Not Abandonment by GodThrough the example in Matthew 15, persistence through rejection and silence reveals faith that God honors. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #UnfinishedBusiness #Persistence #KeepGoing #FaithAndPerseverance #Don’tQuit #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianMotivation #BiblicalTeaching #ObedienceToGod #BreakthroughFaith #TrustGod #FaithInHardTimes #ChristianSermon #GodsTiming #Persevere #SpiritualDiscipline #FinishStrong #faithoverfear #ChristianYouTube #WalkingByFaith

Last week we talked about the unclaimed heart, the hidden wounds many of us carry even while sitting in church. In this message, I wanted to go deeper and talk about the remedy. Too many of us are trying to earn love, perform for love, or chase acceptance, when God says love is the starting point, not the finish line. I walk through what it really means to trust God, not just with our words, but with our lives. Trust requires vulnerability, releasing control, and believing God’s character even when outcomes are uncomfortable. I also talk honestly about bitterness, why it keeps producing the same cycles in our lives, and how unhealed roots lead to repeated fruit. This message challenges us to stop hiding, stop isolating, and stop trying to fix ourselves apart from God. Healing happens when we live from God’s unconditional love, commit to healthy community, practice gratitude, and finally let go of the things that poison our hearts. If you’ve ever struggled with trust, bitterness, broken relationships, or feeling disconnected from God, this message is for you. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: The Remedy To The Unclaimed Heart Sermon Notes: https://pastorquincystratford.subspla.sh/m4mms6f Key Sermon Points 1. The Church Is Full of Broken People, Not Perfect OnesBeing a Christian starts with admitting something was wrong and that we needed Jesus. Many believers hide behind performance and appearances while carrying unresolved heart issues like rejection, disconnection, and bitterness. 2. Love Is Not the Goal, Love Is the Starting PointWe are not working to earn God’s love. According to Romans 5:8, God loved us while we were still sinners. Healing begins when we live from God’s unconditional love, not in pursuit of it. 3. Trusting God Requires Releasing ControlMany believers say they trust God, but their actions reveal guarded hearts. True trust means vulnerability, letting go of control, and believing God’s character even when outcomes feel uncertain. 4. Community Is Essential for Heart HealingIsolation feels safe when we are wounded, but it is spiritually dangerous. God designed healing to happen in godly community, not in avoidance. The right people help us grow, while the wrong ones reinforce damage. 5. Unaddressed Bitterness Reproduces the Same CyclesBitterness is a root issue, not just a behavioral problem. Until the root is healed, the fruit will keep repeating, whether in relationships, work, or emotional patterns. Gratitude and forgiveness are key to breaking those cycles. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #UnclaimedHeart #GodsUnconditionalLove #TrustGod #ChristianHealing #HeartIssues #LetGoAndTrustGod #FaithAndHealing #ChurchSermon #SpiritualGrowth #BitternessAndForgiveness #HealingTheHeart #ChristianEncouragement #faithoverfear #ChristianTeaching #JesusHeals #BiblicalTruth #HealthyCommunity #GratitudeToGod #FreedomInChrist #christianlife

There are seasons in life, especially around the holidays, where things feel heavier than they should. Some of us are walking with God, serving faithfully, attending church, and still carrying pain we have never addressed. In this message, I talk honestly about unclaimed hearts and wounded souls. Using biblical examples like Leah, Jephthah, David, Hagar, Mephibosheth, and the older brother, we explore how rejection, abandonment, being overlooked, and emotional injury can shape who we become. You will hear clearly that being blessed does not mean being unhurt, and that serving God does not erase the pain caused by people. Scripture reminds us that God uses broken people, but He does not expect us to stay broken forever. This message is about acknowledging the wounds we carry and recognizing how they influence our faith, relationships, identity, and ability to receive love. Healing begins when we stop pretending and allow God to address the uncovered places in our hearts. If you have ever felt unchosen, discarded, overlooked, or still felt pain even while serving God, this message is for you. Next week, we will talk about the remedy and restoration God offers. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: Unclaimed Heart Sermon Notes:https://pastorquincystratford.subspla.sh/hnqbpbr Key Sermon Points 1. You Can Be Saved and Still Be HurtingFaith does not cancel emotional wounds. Scripture shows that believers can love God deeply while still carrying unresolved pain, grief, and trauma. 2. Unhealed Wounds Shape How We Love and PerformWhen hearts are unclaimed or unprotected, people try to earn love through performance, productivity, and acceptance, but performance can never heal rejection. 3. Biblical Characters Reveal Hidden Emotional PainLeah, Jephthah, David, Hagar, Mephibosheth, and the older brother all show that God uses people who are wounded, overlooked, rejected, and discarded. 4. Pain Does Not Equal a CurseFamily dysfunction, rejection, or past injury does not mean you are cursed. God’s grace interrupts cycles, breaks generational patterns, and creates new outcomes. 5. Proximity to God Does Not Always Mean Connection to GodLike the older brother, it is possible to stay in the house of God while never knowing the heart of the Father. Healing requires surrender, humility, and grace. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #UnclaimedHearts #EmotionalHealing #ChurchHurts #BiblicalHealing #ChristianMentalHealth #WoundedHearts #FaithAndPain #HealingInChrist #ChurchIsAHospital #SpiritualHealing #OvercomingRejection #GodHeals #ChristianGrowth #HiddenPain #FaithJourney #RestorationInChrist #TraumaAndFaith #BibleTeaching #ChristianSermon #HeartHealing

In this message from Zechariah 1, I talk about the God who remembers, restores, and responds. If you have ever asked God, “Can You do it again?” this word is for you. There are seasons when life feels dry, when prayer feels silent, and when it seems like God is far away. In this sermon I share how God hears again, loves again, forgives again, restores again, and chooses us again. I walk through the powerful promise that God returns with mercy, not punishment. I share how His love is consistent, how His presence brings comfort, and how His favor can reach you in every season of life. Whether you feel broken, tired, distant, or unsure of your next step, God is still working in your story. My hope is that this message strengthens your faith, lifts your confidence, and reminds you that God has not forgotten you. He did it before. He can do it again. If this word encourages you, like and share it, and make sure to subscribe for more messages of hope, faith, and restoration. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: Again Foundational Scripture: Zechariah 1:12-17 Sermon Notes: https://subsplash.com/u/pastorquincystratford/media/d/9hv4pfh-again?autoplay Key Sermon Points 1. God Remembers and Responds Again Zechariah reminds us that God remembers His people and moves with intentional love. Even when we feel forgotten or distant, God is actively working on our behalf. 2. God Still Hears Your Prayers The sermon teaches that even in seasons of silence, discouragement, or emotional exhaustion, God hears every cry and responds in His perfect timing. 3. God Loves and Shows Mercy Again His love is consistent, relational, and covenant-based. God shows up with mercy, not punishment. He restores, heals, and rebuilds what seemed lost. 4. Overflow Comes When We Stay Planted There are blessings tied to obedience and location. Running from place to place keeps us from the prosperity and restoration God promises when we stay where He planted us. 5. God Will Restore, Comfort, and Choose You Again God promises abundance, comfort, and renewed favor. He sees your pain, handles your enemies, and pours out blessing in every season of your life. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #GodWillDoItAgain #Zechariah1 #GodRestores #GodHears #SermonOnRestoration #GodLovesAgain #FaithEncouragement #BibleTeaching #ChristianMotivation #GodsMercy #GodsFavor #SpiritualRestoration #ChristianSermon #HopeInGod #TrustGod #GodIsFaithful #PrayerLife #HealingAndMercy #ChurchOnline #BibleStudyMessage

In this message from Ezra chapter 3, I talk about why God calls every generation to build His house together. As I walked through this scripture, I felt challenged and encouraged to see how the older believers who remembered Solomon’s temple and the younger believers who had never seen it both played a part in God’s plan. Some wept. Some shouted. Yet God honored all of their emotions. In this sermon, I share how our church today faces the same tension. We need the wisdom of our elders and the zeal of our young adults. We need discipleship across generations. We need unity even when our preferences collide. God never called the church to be one age group, one style, or one personality. He called us to build together in faith even when the future is unclear. If you are wrestling with change, conflict, or the complexity of a growing church, this message will help you see why the tension is not a threat but a sign that God is building something new. I pray this encourages you to step into your role, honor others, and trust God as He leads us into the future. 📖 Scripture Reference: Sermon: Two Cries At The Same Church | Pastor Quincy StratfordFoundational Scripture: Ezra 3:11-13 Sermon Notes: https://subsplash.com/u/pastorquincystratford/media/l/c7zpr98-sermon-slides-and-notes Key Sermon Points 1. God calls every generation to build togetherFrom Ezra 3, Pastor Q teaches that the foundation of God’s house is laid when older and younger believers work side by side, valuing both wisdom and zeal. 2. Unity is essential for the mission of the churchDifferences in age, preference, worship style, and culture do not threaten God’s work. They strengthen it when the church remains focused on the mission. 3. The future requires faith, flexibility, and humilityGod often calls us to build when the future is unclear. The sermon challenges believers to release old patterns and embrace God’s new direction. 4. Mixed emotions are normal in spiritual growthJust like in Ezra’s day, some weep for what was and others rejoice for what is coming. God honors both emotions and uses both for His glory. 5. Discipleship across generations is necessary for a healthy churchYounger believers need guidance. Older believers need renewed zeal. The church grows when both disciple each other and operate in humility. 🔥 Subscribe for more powerful sermons! 📩 Share this message with someone who needs to hear it! To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ In Person & Online Service Times Sunday Worship Service | Sundays @ 8:00am, 9:45am, & 11:45am Wednesday Bible Study | Wednesdays @ 7pm *Service streams live on Facebook and Youtube at 9:45am Please like, share & subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w?sub_confirmation=1 Church Address: 30081 Wells Rd. Wesley Chapel, Fl 33545 LET'S CONNECT! Get Connected at CFC For Salvation, Rededication, Prayer, Baptism, Volunteer opportunities, Becoming A Member, 1st Time Guest, Realm Access: https://www.cfriendship.org/get-connected To Give Online: https://onrealm.org/CarmelFriendshi/-/give/now We now accept giving on Cash App! https://cash.app/$CarmelFriendship Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarmelFriendshipChurch/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carmelfriendship/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXqKzMeMtVmPeTOHLthsj5w Keywords: #Ezra3 #churchunity #GenerationalChurch #FaithInUncertainty #BuildingTogether #ChurchLeadership #SpiritualGrowth #Discipleship #ChurchConflict #ChristianTeaching #biblestudy #SermonClip #PastorMessage #ChristianCommunity #WorshipTogether #ChurchFamily #GodsTiming #ChristianSermon #SmallGroups #ChurchGrowth

Have you ever felt like you’ve missed God’s voice or wondered why it seems like He’s gone silent? In this video, I’m sharing seven biblical ways to discern and hear God’s voice clearly—plus one powerful bonus key that will help you stay consistent and confident in your relationship with Him. If you’ve ever struggled with spiritual dryness, distractions, or uncertainty about whether it’s really God speaking, this teaching will help you realign your heart and tune in to His voice again. 📘 Download the Free Guide: “How to Hear God’s Voice Clearly” — https://bit.ly/hthgvcguide 00:00 – When God Seems Silent Why it sometimes feels like God isn’t speaking and how to prepare your heart to hear Him again. 01:10 – 1️⃣ Through His Word The Bible is God’s voice in written form. Every other method of hearing Him is confirmed by Scripture. 01:37 – 2️⃣ Through Prayer Prayer isn’t just talking to God; it’s also making space to listen. Learn how to cultivate a two-way conversation with Him. 03:10 – 3️⃣ Through Circumstances God can use open and closed doors, opportunities, and life events to guide and speak to you. 04:11 – 4️⃣ Through People and Community God sometimes uses others to confirm His will or speak encouragement, correction, and direction into your life. 06:04 – 5️⃣ Through Worship In moments of worship—whether personal or corporate—God often stirs, convicts, and reassures our hearts. 08:26 – 6️⃣ Through Dreams and Visions God may use dreams or visions to grab our attention, especially when we’re early in our faith journey or distracted by life. 10:27 – 7️⃣ Through Fasting and Meditation Fasting quiets the noise and helps us focus fully on Him. Paired with prayer and meditation, it sharpens spiritual hearing. 11:42 – 🕊️ Bonus: Consistency The more consistent you are in prayer, reading, worship, and community, the clearer His voice becomes. Hearing God is a relationship, not a one-time event. God is always speaking—we just have to be tuned in. My prayer is that this video helps you draw closer to Him and learn how to recognize His voice in every season of life. 🙏 Like, Comment, and Subscribe to join me on this journey of spiritual growth. Share this with someone who’s hungry to hear from God. 📩 Share this video with someone who needs to hear it! Connect with Pastor Q Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PastorQuincyStratford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorquincystratford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorquincystratford/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorQuincyStratford To Give Online: https://www.quincystratford.org/donate Check Out The Website: www.quincystratford.org More About Carmel Friendship Church For more details about our church, please visit CFC’s Website - https://www.cfriendship.org/ #HowToHearGodsVoice #HearingGod #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #PrayerLife #DiscerningGodsVoice #SpiritualGrowth #ConsistencyInFaith #FaithJourney