Welcome to my prophetic podcast for January 2025. If you’ve been following my journey, you know I’m passionate about prayer, the prophetic, spiritual gifts, and God encounters. Today, we’re diving into a theme that may take some of you by surprise: hyperspirituality. Let’s pause and pray before we dig in.

Father, I thank You in Jesus’ name for this opportunity to share a word that You are emphasizing in this time. Give us eyes to see, ears to hear, and hearts that are open to receive. Grant me clarity as I speak, and may this word be a seed that bears fruit in our lives. Amen.

Drawing Near to God: A Relational Invitation

In my recent exhortation, I highlighted a verse from James 4:8: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” This is a relational, practical, and accessible call. It’s not a works-based salvation but an invitation to grasp the hand that God has already extended toward us. As we respond to His grace and draw near, something spiritual happens: transformation.

Hyperspirituality, in contrast, says, “I’m here, and whenever God is ready, He knows where to find me.” But the depth of our hunger is the length of our reach to God. Think of blind Bartimaeus, who cried out to Jesus despite the crowd’s attempts to silence him. Why didn’t others cry out? Perhaps they didn’t feel their need or were too afraid or religious. Bartimaeus’ hunger moved him to action, and his faith opened the door for a miracle.

The Dangers of Passivity

When we talk about hyperspirituality, we must address its extremes. On one side is passivity—waiting on God to do everything without taking steps of faith. On the other side is striving—working ourselves into a frenzy to create a “revival atmosphere.” Both are unbalanced.

Hyperspirituality often turns principles into laws, producing insecurity, comparison, and even judgment. For example, I’ve called for Esther fasts in the past and seen powerful breakthroughs. But today, after four back surgeries and three battles with cancer, my physical condition requires wisdom. I’m doing a Daniel fast and trusting the Holy Spirit to guide me. This is not about following rigid rules but about cultivating a relational, grace-filled walk with God.

A Holy Ghost Wrecking Ball

There’s a wrecking ball being released against hyperspirituality in this hour. It’s tearing down self-righteousness, hero worship, and the exaltation of movements over Jesus Christ. I’ve seen this firsthand in the prophetic movement. At one point, I was named one of the Kansas City prophets. But over time, I’ve had to die to that identity and embrace the simplicity of following Jesus—nothing else attached.

This wrecking ball is shaking everything that can be shaken so that only what is unshakable remains (Hebrews 12:27). It’s an invitation to return to the simplicity of relational Christianity, where the focus is on knowing God as Father. This is not about striving but about being grounded in His love and grace.

Religion vs. Relationship

Hyperspirituality often masquerades as religion. It produces striving, entitlement, and comparison. But relational Christianity values process, growth, and intimacy with God. Religion says, “You owe me,” while relationship says, “You love me.” Religion hides behind a mask; relationship seeks authenticity.

Ephesians 3:14-15 (NIV) captures the heart of relational Christianity: “I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name.” God is not just a father to spiritual giants; He is a Father to all who believe in Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a new believer, you are part of His family. This truth is both simple and profound, and it should change the way we move forward.

Moving Forward with Grace

As we step into 2025, let’s embrace new alignments for fresh assignments. Change often feels like loss, but through God’s sovereignty, it becomes a pathway to gain. The Holy Spirit is exposing and dismantling unhealthy patterns while inviting us into a season of renewal and restoration this year.

For some, this means letting go of striving and embracing grace. For others, it means stepping out of passivity and responding to God’s call with faith and action. Wherever you are, know that God’s hand is extended toward you. Will you reach out and take hold of it?

An Invitation to Simplicity

In this season, I’m returning to my book Passionate Pursuit: Getting to Know God and His Word. It’s a timely resource for grounding ourselves in the truth of Scripture and cultivating a vibrant relationship with God. I encourage you to join me in this journey of rediscovering the beauty of relational Christianity.

The death of hyperspirituality is not a loss but a gain. It’s an opportunity to strip away the excess and focus on what truly matters: knowing God as Father, walking in His grace, and living out our faith with authenticity and humility. Let’s be a people marked by relational intimacy with God, grounded in His Word, and empowered by His Spirit.

Amen and amen. God bless you!