When the Spirit Leads You Into Wilderness - (#1064 - Elim)

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When the Wilderness Feels Like Home

Have you ever felt like a ghost in your own life—disconnected, disoriented, and spiritually out of place, even while surrounded by people?

In this vulnerable and powerful message, Pastor Ben opens up about walking through seasons of deep spiritual disconnection—what he calls "spiritual oddness." Far from being random or punitive, these wilderness seasons are often divinely appointed spaces of preparation.

Drawing from Matthew 4, where Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted, Pastor Ben unpacks the truth that God sometimes leads us into isolation not to break us, but to build us. These desert moments strip away distractions, self-reliance, and worldly rhythm, making room for us to experience God in raw, unfiltered intimacy.

“I believe God is leading every one of us to new beginnings, to green pastures, to great things. But sometimes there is a lead before we go in to see the miracles.” — Pastor Ben

This episode centers on the power of Scripture as our lifeline in the wilderness. Just as Jesus answered every temptation with “It is written,” we are reminded that the Word of God is not just information—it is sustenance. It's not about quoting verses for show—it's about knowing the Author and trusting His voice when the world grows quiet.

One of the most transformative moments comes with Pastor Ben’s challenge to pray the "strip back prayer":

“Lord, take everything in me that leans on self, and replace it with surrender.”

In a culture that celebrates control and performance, this radical prayer invites total dependence on God—and paves the way for breakthrough.

If you’re in a season where you feel detached, spiritually dry, or oddly out of sync, this episode will encourage you deeply. It reframes the wilderness not as a place of punishment, but as a sacred ground of encounter. God is closer than you think—He’s preparing you for something you can’t yet see.

🎧 Listen now to discover how spiritual disconnection can become divine invitation, and how your wilderness can lead to your next miracle.

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