Defending Your Soul

Guard your heart.
In “Defending Your Soul,” we’re taught that when we intentionally invite the Holy Spirit into your daily thoughts and actions, we give the enemy’s deception a notice to get out.
This is an excerpt from "It's Your Door." To watch the full message from @elevationchurch, click here : • It's Your Door | Pasto...
#faith #peace #hope #stevenfurtick #elevationchurch
Chapters:
0:00 - Your Soul Is Like A City
3:30 - What Are You Letting Into Your Heart?
7:35 - It's Your Door
10:18 - Why Do I React This Way?
12:47 - You Should Be More Concerned With This
15:10 - An Invitation From The Enemy
Scripture References:
Proverbs 25, verse 28
Nehemiah 6, verses 1-4
Nehemiah 7, verses 1-3
This set of sermons is inspired by the song “Trust In God” from Elevation Worship’s latest album, “Can You Imagine?” It features songs like “More Than Able,” “Praises,” and “Make A Way.” Elevation Worship is the musical expression of Elevation Church, led by pastor and visionary Steven Furtick. Elevation Worship has been steadily writing, recording, and releasing music since the church was founded more than 15 years ago in Charlotte, N.C. The ministry now has multiple locations throughout the US and Canada.

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  • @michaelangel713
    @michaelangel713 Жыл бұрын

    Dear Lord I pray you mend the heart of who is reading this. They are full of love and life but they are dealing with some confusion. I pray you remind this person that they are loved, beautiful, strong, unique, and very gifted. I pray you show them the truth so they can repair the things they lack in. Lord it isn't their fault. Life has been unfair to them but your love is all they need. Loving themselves is all they need. I pray you remove any bad energy or bad entities that may have latched on from other people. They are stronger to believe another persons words of discouragement. I pray you remove the people who are no good for them and keep close the ones who truly love them. They mean no harm lord. I pray you heal them at this very moment and that you restore them with the holy spirit God. I pray you keep working in our lives because you are the only one we need God. In Jesus name. Amen.

  • @cassandraclark8262

    @cassandraclark8262

    Жыл бұрын

    God bless you

  • @jules6959

    @jules6959

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen bless you

  • @angelscott5253

    @angelscott5253

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen Amen amen

  • @michaelshanebreaseale7261

    @michaelshanebreaseale7261

    Жыл бұрын

    I needed that. In Jesus name. He’s always in time

  • @paygethompson

    @paygethompson

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen brother.❤

  • @Ndam78
    @Ndam78 Жыл бұрын

    "A Man of Integrity means you are the same person every where"

  • @onyeomachinyeremaka6809
    @onyeomachinyeremaka6809 Жыл бұрын

    *I pray for everyone reading here, GOD will make a way when there's no way, everything is possible with Him, I pray He grant you strength, fulfill all broken part of your heart 🙏🏽💞*

  • @mrsh2167

    @mrsh2167

    Жыл бұрын

    thank you for your faithfulness

  • @trapped7534

    @trapped7534

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your prayers.

  • @yitiaklungputlang720

    @yitiaklungputlang720

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi sir/madam Please pray for me.. I'm kidney, hemorrhoids and fistula, hpv and hiv patient 😭😭😭🙏🙏

  • @idagonzalez291

    @idagonzalez291

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen 🙏 Thank You For Your Prayers 🙏God Bless You 🙏🙏

  • @gabrielasantosloc.n778

    @gabrielasantosloc.n778

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen thank you for your other god hears you

  • @onyeomachinyeremaka6809
    @onyeomachinyeremaka6809 Жыл бұрын

    *Father in Heaven, today, no matter what happens in my life, remind me that YOU have the final say. Today, I'm choosing to not focus on yesterday's defeats. I pray that YOU wake up the promises in me and breathe new life into my dreams. In the powerful Name of Jesus.Amen 🙏🏽*

  • @jules6959

    @jules6959

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen

  • @markandrewcabale4434

    @markandrewcabale4434

    10 ай бұрын

    thank you so much

  • @BonifaceMpekethu

    @BonifaceMpekethu

    10 ай бұрын

    Ameen

  • @RuthAnna139
    @RuthAnna139 Жыл бұрын

    PLEASE PLEASE, PASTOR STEVEN NEVER BE ASHAMED OR AFRAID OF ALLOWING YOUR PERSONALITY COME OUT IN YOUR PREACHING! ITS WHAT HELPS ME & MY HUSBAND UNDERSTAND MORE OF GOD'S WORD. OH & THIS IS MY 2ND TIME WATCHING THIS SERMON!! COME ON NOW....PREACH IT❤

  • @dailinacosta8008
    @dailinacosta8008 Жыл бұрын

    I needed this because my anxiety has been out of wack thank you Jesus.

  • @aparajitabehera3939

    @aparajitabehera3939

    Жыл бұрын

    God is in control ❤

  • @g64ce12
    @g64ce12 Жыл бұрын

    Pastor Steven is incredible in delivering God’s word that has impacted and help me develop in ways that are straight forward and core growing to be who God wants me to be.. Thank you for all you do Pastor.. love listening to you everyday and even at work when doing security.

  • @victoriagoodwin6027
    @victoriagoodwin6027 Жыл бұрын

    Don’t let the devil steal your soul. I needed this word🙏🏼⛓️🌟I’m going to protect my soul

  • @rsantero

    @rsantero

    11 ай бұрын

    Amen

  • @lilliannyame1441

    @lilliannyame1441

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@rsanteroq

  • @mabeljimenez8089

    @mabeljimenez8089

    10 ай бұрын

    😊😊

  • @2yrcrosskartbuild

    @2yrcrosskartbuild

    Ай бұрын

    dear dog please protect my soul give ne the holy spirit please amen

  • @RobertGainor
    @RobertGainor Жыл бұрын

    Good Morning. I remember this sermon. I'm think I'm going to listen again. Thank you. I hope everyone has a safe and blessed day. ❤

  • @__zain__

    @__zain__

    Жыл бұрын

    What’s the name of the full sermon

  • @tinahatmi5773
    @tinahatmi5773 Жыл бұрын

    This sermon was in my mind.... And i kept forgetting to listen to it again and now im in the hardest times of this season of my life and look :)))) Jesus brought this little part of that service :)))))))))) ohhhhh Hallelujah 🙌🏻 🤍

  • @brianspeed9630
    @brianspeed9630 Жыл бұрын

    Jesus Christ in heaven my heart is in your hand, praise God AMEN

  • @benedictelectrical
    @benedictelectrical Жыл бұрын

    A big thought of the day, "what I let into my heart and what I let out of my mouth has a strong connection"

  • @cynthiabarrios
    @cynthiabarrios Жыл бұрын

    Lord in Jesus name please help me guard what I allow in my soul. Thank you 🙂 God

  • @KaedyonThompson
    @KaedyonThompson2 ай бұрын

    I will let the Lord lead me. Sometimes my heart is too open, too much sympathy. In which God wanted.. "but" I just have to be me on the other side.😢

  • @carencarter1305
    @carencarter1305 Жыл бұрын

    Close the door and pray for the soul and lord protect my heart ❤️ forgive me for what comes out of my mouth that is not pleasing to you..

  • @shannelnewton9236
    @shannelnewton9236 Жыл бұрын

    The enemy will never ask you for permission to discredit you… but God🙋🏽‍♀️💃🏽💃🏽🙌🏾🔥

  • @amylong8753
    @amylong8753 Жыл бұрын

    O No I can't let FEAR in my HEART Shut The Door, Herod Suddenly released my Money and my prayer need is to find the right place to rent. Thank you for your Prayers. 😊

  • @sharonkerby1358

    @sharonkerby1358

    Жыл бұрын

    Please pray for my husband he struggles with god

  • @annynyambu4834

    @annynyambu4834

    11 ай бұрын

    God Is the greatest 🙏🙏🙏

  • @erikaflores6256
    @erikaflores6256 Жыл бұрын

    Pastor Steven Furtick has helped me through my walk with God

  • @zaherinshasi9821
    @zaherinshasi9821 Жыл бұрын

    I dont think people realize what words he is sayin and how the Holy spirit is in him. His words have targeted my soul Every video for the past 1 year. God is working through him, because no human been born in sin would be able to do that. I am so happy for Steven, because if he wants to know he is Chainging lifes. I just feel nobody really maybe recognize what he is doing and telling. What he is telling is there is no words its The holy spirit as he Said. No upgrade. My dream is to meet Steven 1 day, i grew up with a muslim dad and Christian mom. From palestina and el Salvador, cheers from Sweden.

  • @Faithinme90
    @Faithinme9011 ай бұрын

    Amen, thank You Jesus. You removed me from a job 2 weeks ago before my retirement age Birthday this month, but I'm Not worried because You know what my dreams are and Never fail me ❤.!

  • @brendasantoianni8420
    @brendasantoianni8420 Жыл бұрын

    THE LORD WILL ALWAYS PROTECT ME AMEN GLORYYYYYYY!

  • @michaelangel713
    @michaelangel713 Жыл бұрын

    If you've been dealing with some confusion in faith, repeat this prayer if you'd like. Don't let the enemy trick you into fear. Believe God with all your heart 💙 Dear Lord I pray you mend my heart, I am full of love and life but I've been dealing with some confusion. I pray you remind me that I am truly loved, strong, beautiful, unique & very gifted. I pray you show me the truth so i can repair the things I lack in. Lord it isn't my fault. Life has been unfair to me but your love is all I really need. Loving myself is all I truly need. I pray you remove any bad energy or bad entities that may have latched on to me from other people. I am stronger to believe the enemies words of discouragement. I pray you remove the people who are no good for me and keep close the ones who truly love me. I mean no harm lord. I pray you heal me at this very moment and that you restore me with the holy spirit God. I pray you keep working in our lives because you are the only one we need God. In Jesus name. Amen.

  • @JayJay-sm8zy
    @JayJay-sm8zy Жыл бұрын

    Let in your heart and let out of your mouth. Amen

  • @benedictelectrical
    @benedictelectrical Жыл бұрын

    The holy spirit is my truest guide at all times

  • @aronakhtar5108
    @aronakhtar51086 ай бұрын

    Lord it’s already written. Everything will workout in my life. Be with the person on my mind and in my heart right now. She is always going to be in my heart. Everything will workout according to Your Will, Lord, Amen!

  • @PamelaWildman-Williams
    @PamelaWildman-WilliamsАй бұрын

    Bless all you kind and compassionate people! PTL! Hallelujah! 🙌🎶🌸🇬🇧

  • @carolinaqueen9996
    @carolinaqueen9996 Жыл бұрын

    This is so good Amen ❤ Preach Pastor

  • @jonnieshegog1225
    @jonnieshegog1225 Жыл бұрын

    Yessssss Preach 👀 👂 👄 yesssss guard 💂‍♂️ my ❤️ heart 😇📌👏👏👏👏👏👏🤗🤗🤗☮️☮️ PROGRESS FOR GOD ONLY 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 WOW INVITATION FROM THE ENEMY 👿 😮😮😮 WOW PREACH PASTOR STEVE Love ❤

  • @brianspeed9630
    @brianspeed9630 Жыл бұрын

    God in heavens only let holy fire cut evil, Amen

  • @sarahherrera5282
    @sarahherrera5282 Жыл бұрын

    ONLY GOD CAN MAKE COMANDS ❤

  • @lorimartinez1425
    @lorimartinez1425 Жыл бұрын

    Wow For give me I definitely gotta clean up my city I’ve been thinking what is wrong with my mind& heart Cleans me Wash me Lord Change me & rearrange me resuscitate my soul my Heart & my mind Amen

  • @kimtessmann
    @kimtessmann11 ай бұрын

    If you don't pay close attention, things can lead you astray through what seems to be normalcy Never let anything or anyone steer you away from the love you have for God and his ways..

  • @andreadunnavant3534
    @andreadunnavant35346 ай бұрын

    Lord, thank You for this vessel who allowed You to speak through him. I pray that I keep my focus on the CORRECT, and IGNORE (leaving UNVALIDATED) those temptations sprinkled throughout my walk.

  • @annataylor8259
    @annataylor8259 Жыл бұрын

    It's your door praying for you Pastor daily 🙏

  • @addypack1546
    @addypack1546 Жыл бұрын

    AMEN GOD IS GREAT PRAISE GOD THANK YOU

  • @JoseAguilar.3.16
    @JoseAguilar.3.16 Жыл бұрын

    We will win battles with God's help, but the war will continue. Keep your faith strong, give it to God, and trust him, and he will see you through it all.

  • @Yeee93
    @Yeee93 Жыл бұрын

    Ahh man this rings so loud and clear!! Yes Lord such a good message! Something needed to hear and remember daily!! ❤

  • @cynthiaishemunyoro8492

    @cynthiaishemunyoro8492

    10 ай бұрын

    Q🎉❤

  • @mslikenootha
    @mslikenootha Жыл бұрын

    Yes and Amen. I’m getting better with my doors, I now just give a look 🤨unless I REALLY have to say something that’s helpful and not harmful to anyone including myself. Amen, Amen.

  • @anneabayo3116
    @anneabayo31169 ай бұрын

    Help me Lord be a good mayor of my city/soul.

  • @shannelnewton9236
    @shannelnewton9236 Жыл бұрын

    My soul is like a city. My mind, will and emotions… I’m the mayor of the soul of my city. Responsible to develop and build… PROVERBS 25:28. What’s going on inside… build and develop yourself so not just anything can get in… 💃🏽🙌🏾🔥🙋🏽‍♀️

  • @jennaleeanderson3263
    @jennaleeanderson32634 ай бұрын

    What do you do when you're making progress for God but then get an invitation from the enemy!??!...that is legit fire!

  • @nabwirwawandera
    @nabwirwawandera Жыл бұрын

    It’s your door 🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @chrisperez-wx7fq
    @chrisperez-wx7fq Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mr. Furtick ill seek first the kingdom of heaven every day

  • @babygurlbx26
    @babygurlbx26 Жыл бұрын

    🙏🏼💐 I hear my grandPA voice SAY CLOSE THE DOORS!

  • @asherdineann9429
    @asherdineann94297 ай бұрын

    Thank you Jesus🙏🙌

  • @annastiskin9801
    @annastiskin98018 ай бұрын

    Excellent sermon 👏 Pastor Steve....if your soul is a city 🙌 👏 🙏

  • @GypsyBrokenwings
    @GypsyBrokenwings Жыл бұрын

    😊 I listen to a few people, but when I hear your teachings my ❤ is joyful and I can't help but smile. Thank you for your holy spirit lead teachings!

  • @FlaviGR
    @FlaviGR Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Pastor. So good. 😂 All these open doors in the house..! My mouth is my door. I want to be more aware of what's coming out of my mouth. It is not what goes in that can corrupt a person, but what comes out. (Matthew 15) God bless you Pastor Steven

  • @SonnyWonderful
    @SonnyWonderful11 ай бұрын

    Wow!!! The Lord spoke to me so much through this word 😭🎉🙏🏻

  • @vekiebaking-shelton1452
    @vekiebaking-shelton1452 Жыл бұрын

    Whew Jesus, the first part came in like a reaking ball! Good word🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @shannelnewton9236
    @shannelnewton9236 Жыл бұрын

    It’s my door…🙌🏾🔥💃🏽💃🏽

  • @Teresa-li2tk
    @Teresa-li2tk Жыл бұрын

    Good stuff this morning.. I will be careful of what stays in my thoughts today

  • @RobertRocha-ti9rl
    @RobertRocha-ti9rl5 ай бұрын

    Growing spirituality after being brought down and rebuilding one’s spirit has made me a better person of many changes for spiritual growth and inspiration Robert Rocha San Antonio Texas

  • @atinosandra7717
    @atinosandra7717 Жыл бұрын

    Forgive me Lord , for my luck of self control. Let me see my soul as a City 🏙️

  • @KellyWoodcastle-ji5mt
    @KellyWoodcastle-ji5mt11 ай бұрын

    YESSSSSSS HELP ME LORD 2023

  • @Sasha0927
    @Sasha0927 Жыл бұрын

    My name is definitely next to that Proverbs verse.. "Self-control as a form of spiritual warfare" works for me. 🔥🔥🔥

  • @dannysoler2959
    @dannysoler295910 ай бұрын

    i pray to our family safe always with the guide of our god thank you lord

  • @jessicamishler8504
    @jessicamishler850411 ай бұрын

    Your right God is the only one he has the only one that hasn't hurt me

  • @denahoward10
    @denahoward10 Жыл бұрын

    I I have so much heart break and lost my beautiful daughter to addiction. When I listen to you I say god has me. God knows me and he will make a path for me. Thank you so much. I listen to you everyday. The music and the whole thing makes me so lifted up. God is good.

  • @feline6
    @feline6 Жыл бұрын

    Pastor Steven being so real and raw makes every sermon more effective for me!! Praise God for your life!! 🙌🏻🔥

  • @rickwhittaker287
    @rickwhittaker287 Жыл бұрын

    Eyes, ears, mouth is my door.

  • @jonrobison5447
    @jonrobison544711 ай бұрын

    Please pray for me pastor Steven please God knows my struggles God knows what I need please pray for me love you brother and you're the best

  • @brianspeed9630
    @brianspeed9630 Жыл бұрын

    God in heaven ways wok only,Amen

  • @shannelnewton9236
    @shannelnewton9236 Жыл бұрын

    Nehemiah 6:3-4 .. Nehemiah 7. They keep trying to get me to leave… run and ride.. you preaching and teaching us Pastor

  • @user-fk7pp5dn7r
    @user-fk7pp5dn7r2 ай бұрын

    To be aware is to be alive

  • @erikaflores6256
    @erikaflores6256 Жыл бұрын

    All Glory To God 🙏

  • @alsonmbatha3844
    @alsonmbatha3844 Жыл бұрын

    Amen glory to God.

  • @victoriarosario3338
    @victoriarosario3338 Жыл бұрын

    4:52 Yes. Thank you LORD! And thank you Pastor Steven for this sermon. I never thought of looking at my life as a city. It is opening my eyes, big time. I must protect my "city". And I must let God hold the key to it. 🤲🙏🙌

  • @aalezaibi113
    @aalezaibi113 Жыл бұрын

    Listening in Detroit MI...while getting ready for work 🙌

  • @asherdineann9429
    @asherdineann94293 ай бұрын

    Watching from western cape south africa🙏

  • @antoinesmith4697
    @antoinesmith4697 Жыл бұрын

    This hit home right on time! Amen to this message. Protecting my soul at all costs, with the praise of God Almighty.

  • @stephaniemarin2093
    @stephaniemarin2093 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you God bless you ✝️❤️

  • @sylvrenatagupa8539
    @sylvrenatagupa853911 ай бұрын

    Lord I always love u are my number 1 in my Life you are the owner of my busenes

  • @bongklokmendoza2150
    @bongklokmendoza215010 ай бұрын

    Yes ispirit strong everyday so maayo talaga god good every morning time worship team song beautiful music nice ispirit guidance Anytime guardianship today's lord thank your almighty may kaayuhan may kasiguruhan Adunay kalipay milagruso kahibulungan pinaagi sa gahom gugma panslangin namo jesusChristo sa tan kinabuhi angel ka sa kinabuhi

  • @tonicody6344
    @tonicody634411 ай бұрын

    Please pray for a close family member of mine that leaking brain fluids. Pray for healing and comfort please please please❤️

  • @alaynemullins1129
    @alaynemullins1129 Жыл бұрын

    I am so thankful for this ! Thank u for always bringing Gods word and not giving up on us

  • @sarahherrera5282
    @sarahherrera5282 Жыл бұрын

    AMEN I LOVE & PROTECTED MY CHILD & LIVE MY LIFE SAME VALUE AS MY PEREANTS

  • @stephaniemarin2093
    @stephaniemarin2093 Жыл бұрын

    I love you God so much and thank you so much for everything ✝️✝️❤️❤️🙏🙏

  • @caringslowly8016
    @caringslowly801610 ай бұрын

    Victorious life from Gods

  • @shannelnewton9236
    @shannelnewton9236 Жыл бұрын

    Nehemiah…7:2. I fear God, not people” I was appointed because of my character.. just like Nehemiah 💃🏽🙌🏾🔥🙋🏽‍♀️. Some at my own home, some at my post. She;f awareness

  • @WillMccrn-nm4wj
    @WillMccrn-nm4wj Жыл бұрын

    Self-awareness a form of spiritual warfare

  • @maplesyruponpancakes
    @maplesyruponpancakes11 ай бұрын

    AMEN! 💖🙏✝️ GOD BLESS EVERYONE! 💖🙏✝️

  • @user-fi2wz3ls6d
    @user-fi2wz3ls6d Жыл бұрын

    Dear lord I am struggling right now please save me and my soul

  • @lisafedigan6887
    @lisafedigan6887 Жыл бұрын

    Amen! My life is hard i rejoice God is teaching me alot.

  • @elkairosway1895
    @elkairosway189510 ай бұрын

    I pray that the Word of God remains as true as God's existence is, and according to His Divine purpose! My brother, I am watching you for the first time and the truth as revealed to you is divinely effective. May you continue receiving more of such revelation and give it out according to God's will. God bless you!

  • @deshannsears5392
    @deshannsears5392 Жыл бұрын

    Amen praise God 🙌🏽 hallelujah 🙌🏽

  • @TammySimpson-xh4qm
    @TammySimpson-xh4qm Жыл бұрын

    Jesus Jesus Jesus❤❤❤

  • @matthewparry8793
    @matthewparry87938 ай бұрын

    This was really helpful. I watch your videos every morning before I start work. You have got to be one of my favorite pastors. Someday I'll make it down there to your church to watch you speak on a Sunday. I am thankful for your words.

  • @Catnip371
    @Catnip371 Жыл бұрын

    The devil has stolen so much joy for me! Now I take my anxiety panic and yelling attacks down in a few minutes where it used to take days 😢

  • @sharonrumbidzaichitiyo7829
    @sharonrumbidzaichitiyo7829 Жыл бұрын

    Integrity-one/the same person everywhere. Wow!!! God help us

  • @christineohernandezhernand2129
    @christineohernandezhernand212911 ай бұрын

    My name is Christine I love your preaching I'm learning a lot love your worship I know and learning more more how much the lord is making me the head not the tail .in faith .amen.he is on the throne I am loved and saved by the blood on calvery.amen.

  • @mmreams4367
    @mmreams43679 ай бұрын

    Your dad was definitely old school same at my grandmothers house I wouldn’t change it for the world !!!!

  • @Lilmisshotrod1
    @Lilmisshotrod1 Жыл бұрын

    Shine On☝️😃🕊️🪶🎶♾️🤗

  • @LovableMe137
    @LovableMe137 Жыл бұрын

    Hahahaah I just love pastor Steven!❤

  • @marisolheredia331
    @marisolheredia331 Жыл бұрын

    Good word for today

  • @joycepereira5151
    @joycepereira5151 Жыл бұрын

    This is work in progress for me. I don’t always guard my doors successfully. Thank you Pastor Steven

  • @mmreams4367
    @mmreams43679 ай бұрын

    My Lord preachhh this is MY word

  • @bongklokmendoza2150
    @bongklokmendoza215010 ай бұрын

    Lord thank you your ispirit truth god truly is good everydays every morning time God tungud gamhanan ka tag iya ka Santana. Pinaagi sa imoha pulong good here about powerStrong palagi gagiya gatabang gatudlo sa tan gatultol sa insakto tinuod Ikaw jesusChristobsa kinabuhinko namo kanato tanan door pultanan sa puso kasing kasing dughan tigbantay guardianship everytime

  • @deebrown6590
    @deebrown6590 Жыл бұрын

    IN JESUS NAME AMEN 🙏

  • @pinksparkle1965love
    @pinksparkle1965love Жыл бұрын

    Praise the Lord Pastor Furtick❤❤ Glory to God❤️❤️❤️🙌🙌🙌👍👍💗🙌Amen Brother