But I’m Still Standing | IMPACT Recap

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Recap

Pastor Travis Hearn opened the service by reading Ephesians 6:10-18, emphasizing that every believer is in a spiritual battle and is called to be a warrior for Jesus Christ. He explained that the real enemy is not other people but the spiritual forces of evil, and believers must stop fighting the wrong opponent. The core message, titled 'But I'm Still Standing,' focused on the resilience of a warrior spirit. Pastor Travis outlined three pillars of this spirit: a refusal to quit, courageous standing, and building one's life on the promises of God's Word. He encouraged the congregation that even when facing 'Red Sea' moments like depression, anxiety, sickness, or relational breakdowns, God is a way-maker who can turn what seems like an end into a new beginning. The sermon called for commitment in a culture prone to quitting, urging believers to stand firm, be strong and courageous as God commanded Joshua, and to find their strength in Christ, especially in their weaknesses. The service concluded with a prayer for resurrection in various areas of life and an invitation to surrender to Jesus.

Main Points

A warrior spirit has the mentality that 'I will stand and I will not quit,' refusing to give up because greater is He who is in us.
A warrior spirit stands courageously, doing what is right even when afraid, because God commands strength and promises His presence.
A warrior spirit builds its life on the foundation and promises of God's Word, standing on scripture alone against the world's messages.

Verses Mentioned

Ephesians 6:10-18 - "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people." (NIV)
John 8:44 - "You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies." (NIV)
Psalm 27:14 - "Stay with God! Take heart. Don’t quit. I’ll say it again: Stay with God." (MSG)
1 John 4:4 - "You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world." (NIV)
Exodus 14:13-16 - "But Moses told the people, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” Then the Lord said to Moses, “Why are you crying out to me? Tell the people to get moving! Pick up your staff and raise your hand over the sea. Divide the water so the Israelites can walk through the middle of the sea on dry ground.”" (NLT)
Psalm 77:19 - "Your road led through the sea, your pathway through the mighty waters—a pathway no one knew was there." (NLT)
Isaiah 43:16-17 - "This is what the Lord says— he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the chariots and horses, the army and reinforcements together, and they lay there, never to rise again, extinguished, snuffed out like a wick:" (NIV)
Joshua 1:6-9 - "Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." (NIV)
Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." (NIV)
2 Corinthians 12:9-10 - "But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong." (NIV)
Hebrews 4:12 - "For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Ephesians 6:10-11 (NIV) - 'Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.'

Focus Point: Recognizing the spiritual battle.

Action Plan: Identify one area where you might be fighting the wrong 'flesh and blood' opponent instead of the spiritual root. Pray for clarity.

Deep Prayer: Lord, open my eyes to the real spiritual battle today. Help me to put on Your full armor and stand strong in Your power.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Psalm 27:14 (MSG) - 'Stay with God! Take heart. Don’t quit. I’ll say it again: Stay with God.'

Focus Point: The commitment to not quit.

Action Plan: Think of one situation where you feel like giving up. Write down one reason, based on God's character, why you will choose to stay with Him instead.

Deep Prayer: Father, when I feel like quitting, remind me that You are with me. Strengthen my heart to stay with You today.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Exodus 14:13-14 (NLT) - 'Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today... The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.'

Focus Point: Trusting God as your rescuer.

Action Plan: Identify your current 'Red Sea'—a situation with no visible way forward. Consciously decide to 'stand still' in prayer about it instead of striving in worry.

Deep Prayer: God, my Red Sea is [name it]. I choose to stand still and trust that You will fight for me and make a way. I watch for Your rescue.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 1:9 (NIV) - 'Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.'

Focus Point: Courage in God's presence.

Action Plan: Do one thing today that requires courage, whether it's a difficult conversation, a step of faith, or offering forgiveness. Do it remembering God is with you.

Deep Prayer: Lord, You command me to be strong and courageous. I am afraid of [situation], but I will do it anyway, trusting in Your presence with me.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV) - 'But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”'

Focus Point: Finding strength in weakness.

Action Plan: Honestly admit one personal weakness to God. Ask Him to show you how His power can be made perfect in that very area.

Deep Prayer: Jesus, I admit my weakness is [name it]. Thank You that Your grace is enough for me. Let Your power rest on me and be shown perfect in my weakness today.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: Hebrews 4:12 (NIV) - 'For the word of God is alive and active...'

Focus Point: Standing on God's Word.

Action Plan: Choose one promise from this week's scriptures to 'stand on.' Write it on a card and place it where you will see it throughout the day.

Deep Prayer: Holy Spirit, make Your Word alive to me today. I stand on the promise of [your chosen verse]. Let it guide, challenge, and encourage me.