10-22 Night Call | Secrets of the Heavenly Realms | Part 1

Spiritual Growth and Divine Purpose

Joel shared insights from his study of spiritual advancement and gifting, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in bestowing abilities at different levels of maturity. He discussed the concept of being delivered from five categories outlined in Galatians, which involve overcoming sin and its effects on spiritual blessings. Joel also introduced the idea of predestination, suggesting that God has a plan and purpose for each person, as evidenced by books written about individuals before their creation. He concluded by recounting a healing experience with a friend, illustrating the practical application of prayer and faith in healing.

Experiencing Healing and Anointing

Joel led a discussion on healing and spiritual anointings, explaining the differences between evangelists and pastors. He encouraged participants to feel for the presence of the Holy Spirit and identified several people who experienced a healing anointing, including Lori, Laura, Glenn, Sherry, and Quinn. Quinn described feeling an electrifying force field, while others reported tingling sensations or a buzzing energy. Joel emphasized that those who felt the anointing were called to go out and heal others, comparing it to an invisible force field that could shock or numb.

Divine Guidance and Ministry Gifts

Joel discussed with Quinn and Christine about receiving divine guidance and the importance of being mobile to fulfill one's purpose. He encouraged Quinn to pray for direction and to start talking to people. Christine inquired about her tacky fingertips, which Joel suggested could be an anointing for healing. Joel advised Lori to seek understanding from the Holy Spirit about her prophetic experiences, explaining the five gifts of the five-fold ministry.

Prophetic Meaning of Hand Gestures

Joel discussed the spiritual significance of hand gestures and explained that the thumb represents building and apostleship, while the index finger represents prophecy. He shared that Lori had a prophetic experience when her thumb went numb and pointed, confirming her prophetic gifting. Joel emphasized the importance of seeking God's understanding and wisdom when receiving spiritual messages, and encouraged the group to focus on biblical knowledge rather than man-made interpretations.

Prayer for Healing and Protection

Joel led a prayer session with Glen and Lori, focusing on healing Glen's arm pain and addressing his sinus and allergy issues. Through prayer, Glen experienced significant relief in his arm pain, which reduced from a 7 to a 3 on a scale of 1-10. Joel also prayed for spiritual protection against workplace issues and discernment challenges, emphasizing Glen's role as a spiritual discernment. Additionally, Lori mentioned receiving a repeated direction, though the context was unclear from the transcript.

Prophetic Messages and Confirmation

Joel guided Lori through a process of receiving and confirming prophetic messages, emphasizing the importance of prayer and seeking confirmation from the Holy Spirit. They discussed Lori's visions of a flat, rocky area and a church, which Quinn identified as potentially Sedona, Arizona. Joel encouraged Lori to research Sedona and pray for confirmation, while also noting the spiritual significance of the area. The group prayed for clarity and protection in their spiritual endeavors.

Spiritual Guidance and Deliverance

The group discussed a vision and spiritual guidance related to traveling to Sedona, Arizona, with Lori receiving visual confirmation and Quinn receiving a word about the location. Joel emphasized the importance of immediate action in following divine guidance and encouraged prayer for clarity and provision. The conversation concluded with Joel introducing a discussion about five categories in the book of Galatians that relate to deliverance from the present evil age, focusing on the power of the Holy Spirit and the choice between the tree of knowledge of good and evil versus the tree of life, Jesus Christ.

Deliverance from Legalistic Condemnation

Joel led a Bible study discussion focusing on Galatians 1-2, emphasizing two key deliverances mentioned in the text: being delivered from the present evil age and from the law. He explained how the Sadducees and Pharisees had distorted the law into a system of obedience rather than relationship, using it as a tool for control. The discussion highlighted how Jesus came to free people from the legalistic condemnation and death associated with the law, contrasting with the religious leaders who opposed this message of freedom.

Faith, Temptation, and Holy Signs

Joel led a Bible study on Galatians, discussing themes of justification by faith versus the law, deliverance from sin, and crucifying the flesh with its passions and desires. Lori shared a personal experience of finding a photograph in Colorado that resembled a location she had seen, which Joel interpreted as a sign from the Holy Spirit. The group also discussed the importance of recognizing and overcoming temptation as a sign of belonging to Christ. Finally, they read Galatians 6:12-14, which addressed the dangers of seeking human approval through circumcision and other fleshly desires.

Spiritual Growth and Divine Guidance

Joel led a discussion on spiritual growth and overcoming obstacles, emphasizing the importance of aligning with God's will and focusing on the fruits of the Spirit. He explained how these virtues bring blessings and lead to a deeper connection with God. Joel also shared insights on Jesus' sacrifice and how it enables believers to receive blessings and share in God's glory. The group discussed the concept of confirmation from the Holy Spirit and the importance of recognizing and acting on divine guidance. They agreed to meet again the next day for further spiritual exercises and prayer.