Apostle Allison Smith Conliff calls for believers to become anchored in the Word of God, insisting that worship alone, while vital, is not sufficient without consistent Scripture intake and obedience. The Apostle teaches that when believers neglect the Word, they drift into sin because the conscience is no longer being “awakened” daily to righteousness. The central exhortation is drawn from 1 Corinthians 15:58: believers must be steadfast, unmovable, and always abounding in the work of the Lord, with confidence that their labor is not in vain. 

A key emphasis is spiritual discipline and seriousness: the Christian life demands commitment regardless of job pressures, schedules, or personal responsibilities. The message challenges “convenient Christianity” and urges the church to stop functioning on spiritual appearance alone, warning that without biblical grounding, people can be easily misled by wrong doctrine or persuasive preaching. Being steadfast is framed as loyalty and firmness in the gospel, an inner resolve that refuses to compromise even when voices of authority speak contrary to Scripture. 

The sermon also stresses spiritual authenticity and holiness, teaching that power over darkness is connected to living a Word-formed life. The Apostle warns against believers who merely “mimic” church behavior instead of truly walking God’s path, arguing that obedience and holiness are what rout demonic opposition. She expands this into a broader spiritual warfare lens: evil is real, satanic influence is active in society, and believers must not be naïve or passive. Instead, they must be equipped with Scripture, a genuine prayer life, and a lifestyle that stays “under the blood.” 

Another recurring thread is God’s faithfulness in hardship. The Apostle shares personal testimony about a severe medical crisis years ago (including forced fasting and life-threatening complications) to show that even when circumstances look fatal, God can “set you up” for rescue and intervention. This testimony is used to strengthen listeners: difficult seasons are not proof God has failed, but an opportunity to remain unmovable, trust God’s plans, and let faith stay active rather than becoming passive. 

From there, the sermon encourages believers to work for God with expectancy, explaining that “abounding” means to flourish, prevail, increase, and flow in kingdom service. The Apostle teaches that God rewards faithful labor in ways beyond what people expect through favor, provision, and divinely arranged outcomes. She challenges the church to value God above career success and comfort, reminding listeners to remember God when blessings come and not to grow dull or ungrateful. 

The message widens into family and cultural urgency: the Apostle warns that the times are dangerous, violence, fear, spiritual deception, and attack against youth are increasing, so households must rebuild prayer discipline, especially among children. Believers are urged to stop treating God like an “on-call option” and instead seek Him as a necessity, echoing Deuteronomy 4:29 (seek God with all heart and soul). She also cautions against destructive relationships and spiritual “callings” that are not from God, urging discernment about who is influencing one’s life, even through dreams. 

In closing, the Apostle reinforces spiritual authority and perseverance using Luke 10:19 (authority over all the power of the enemy) and Luke 22:31–32 (Satan’s desire to sift believers, and Jesus’ intercession that faith will not fail). The congregation is charged not only to survive spiritual pressure but to come through refined and then strengthen others. The closing prayer declares believers as overcomers, asking for rescue, healing, peace, provision, encouragement, and an “atmosphere shift” for those under heavy burdens.

Rec. Date: 8th September, 2024