**The battle isn't over until you win.** Join Joseph Z today as he discusses the importance of unwavering faith in overcoming life's challenges. He highlights the importance of diligently seeking God, embracing hardships, and avoiding religious complacency as key to our breakthrough.

Joseph recounts the story of Hernán Cortés, a Spanish conquistador who set sail with 11 ships and over 600 men to explore and conquer Mexico. Recognizing that they were outnumbered by enemies, Cortés made the daring decision to burn his ships, preventing retreat. This bold move sparked a survival instinct among his men, motivating them to fight fiercely. They not only avoided the fate of being stranded but also achieved victory. Joseph encourages us to adopt this same mindset to break free from the devil's web of affliction.

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He explains that faith is like burning the ships and never looking back. Referencing Proverbs 8:16-17, he reminds us that God loves those who love Him, and those who seek Him diligently will find Him. Joseph emphasizes the need to be intentional in fulfilling what God has called us to do, since using our faith as a weapon requires effort.

Additionally, Proverbs 8:18-21 reveals the rewards for those who diligently seek God. Again, Joseph stresses the importance of maintaining a mindset of faith and enduring hardships like a good soldier because we must persevere against opposition until we receive what we are pursuing.

He also warns against becoming religious in our walk with Jesus, as it can block our breakthroughs. He urges us to immerse ourselves in God's word until it influences every part of our lives. He encourages us to seek God with purpose and gain a revelation of Him to attain our breakthroughs. Finally, he reminds us of the courageous acts of faith shown by those who came before us.

September 30, 2025