In this powerful message, Pastor LT takes us through Nehemiah 7 and the significance of guarding the gates of our lives. Just as Nehemiah appointed gatekeepers to protect Jerusalem, we must safeguard what enters our hearts, minds, and spirits.

Through vivid illustrations—like the prowling lion waiting for a moment of weakness—Pastor LT unpacks how the enemy seeks to infiltrate our lives through distraction, sin, and complacency. This episode breaks down ten spiritual gates—including our ears, eyes, words, thoughts, desires, relationships, faith, love, forgiveness, and praise—and offers biblical insights on how to fortify each one.

With scriptures from 1 Peter 5:8, Romans 12:2, Proverbs 4:23, and many more, this episode will challenge and equip you to stand firm in your faith, filter what influences you, and live a life aligned with God’s truth.

Tune in to discover practical steps to keep the right things in and the wrong things out! 🔥🙏

In this episode, Pastor LT unpacks Nehemiah 6, a chapter that reveals the relentless tactics of the enemy and the unwavering faith of a leader determined to complete God’s assignment. As Nehemiah faces intimidation, deception, and fear-mongering, he models how to stand firm in faith, reject distractions, and stay focused on the mission.

Pastor LT explores the Tools to Defeat Fear—Faith, Identity, Love, Eating the Word, and Speaking God’s truth—and how we can apply these principles in our own battles against fear and discouragement. How do we respond when the enemy tries to pull us away from God's work? What does it mean to say, "I am doing a great work and cannot come down” (Nehemiah 6:3)?

If you've ever faced opposition, doubt, or fear while pursuing your God-given purpose, this episode is for you. Tune in now and learn how to stay the course, no matter what comes your way!

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Breaking the Grip of Selfishness – Part 2

Selfishness has a way of blinding us—to God’s provision, to others, and even to ourselves. In this powerful message, Pastor LT unpacks Nehemiah 5 and explores how selfishness distorts our vision and weakens our spiritual foundation.

Through personal stories, biblical insights, and practical applications, this message challenges us to wake up, guard our hearts, and break free from the grip of self-centeredness. Learn how to recognize the enemy’s schemes, apply God’s truth, and build a heart that reflects His love.

🔹 How does selfishness deceive us?
🔹 What does the Bible say about protecting our hearts?
🔹 How can we shift from a self-focused life to a God-centered one?

Tune in now and take the next step in rebuilding the walls of your soul!

Nehemiah is a picture of the Holy Spirit—coming to lead, restore, and rebuild not just walls, but the hearts of God’s people. In Nehemiah 5, we see how selfishness and personal gain had crept into the community, causing division, injustice, and broken relationships. Yet, just as Nehemiah called the people to repentance and generosity, the Holy Spirit calls us to examine our hearts and surrender our selfish ways.

We are spirit, soul, and body, and today we’ll explore:
🔹 What the Bible means by the "heart" and why it’s central to transformation.
🔹 How the Holy Spirit works with us—summoning our participation in His rebuilding work.
🔹 Breaking free from selfishness to live a life of generosity, justice, and unity.

The walls of your life are meant to stand strong—not in isolation, but in restored relationships, healed hearts, and a spirit-led life. Will you surrender to the Spirit’s work today?

Listen now and allow God to rebuild in you what selfishness has torn down. 🎧🔥

In today’s message, Pastor LT Bowens walks us through Nehemiah 4, revealing a powerful truth—when we set out to build what God has called us to, opposition is inevitable. But instead of being discouraged, we are called to expect opposition and defeat it!

Nehemiah’s story is a blueprint for overcoming spiritual attacks, discouragement, and fear while staying committed to the work of God. Through this teaching, we uncover:

Final Challenge: Keep building, keep fighting, and trust that God will fight for you!

📢 Listen now and be equipped to stand firm in your faith!

In this sermon, we dive into Nehemiah 3, a chapter that often gets overlooked but carries a powerful message: God calls His people to stand together. Brick by brick, family by family, the Israelites rebuilt the broken walls of Jerusalem—not alone, but shoulder to shoulder.

What does this mean for us today? It’s a reminder that we were never meant to do life alone. God designed us for community, to support, fight, and build alongside one another. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, we explore how unity strengthens us, how isolation weakens us, and how the Church is called to be a people who lock arms and advance together.

Join us as we unpack how Nehemiah’s story is not just about walls—it’s about restoration, protection, and the power of working in unity under God’s direction. Whether you’re facing spiritual battles, rebuilding after a season of hardship, or looking to deepen your faith alongside others, this message is for you.

Let’s build together. Let’s stand together. Shoulder to shoulder.

Listen now and be encouraged!

🔥 Fasting & Seeking the Lord | Guest Speaker: Dean Niforatos

In today’s service, we welcome Dean Niforatos—a mentor to Pastor LT and an overseer of Equip Church. Dean delivers a fiery and powerful message straight from the book of Joel, calling us to deeper fasting and a renewed pursuit of the Lord in prayer.

This message is bold, challenging, and transformational—a wake-up call for believers to press into God with urgency and expectation. If you’ve been seeking spiritual renewal, this is the word you need to hear.

🎧 Listen now & be equipped for the journey! #EquipChurch #Fasting #Prayer #SeekingGod

In this week’s sermon, Pastor LT delves into Nehemiah chapter 2, a powerful narrative of faith in action. Discover how Nehemiah’s prayerful preparation, boldness before King Artaxerxes, and unwavering trust in God’s guidance set the stage for rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Through this message, Pastor LT explores themes of divine favor, leadership under pressure, and the strength found in aligning with God’s purpose. Whether you’re facing personal challenges or seeking to lead others in faith, this sermon offers inspiration and practical insights for your journey. Tune in and be encouraged to rise and build with renewed determination!

In this sermon, we dive into the life of Nehemiah to uncover the essence of intercessory prayer. Using Nehemiah 1 as our guide, we explore how true intercession is deeply rooted in three key principles:

1. Compassion – Nehemiah's response to the plight of his people shows us that intercession begins with a heart moved by empathy and love.
2. Persistence – His unwavering commitment to fasting and prayer demonstrates the power of perseverance in seeking God's intervention.
3. God's Promises – Nehemiah anchors his prayers in the promises of God, reminding us of the unchanging faithfulness of the Lord.

Join us as we uncover how these timeless truths can inspire and strengthen our own prayer lives. Whether you're longing to stand in the gap for others or seeking to deepen your connection with God, this episode will encourage and equip you for the journey.

🎙️ Hope of Christmas: Receiving Hope

In this uplifting message, Pastor LT Bowens dives into Luke 1:26, 46-50 to explore the profound hope that Christmas brings. Through the story of Mary, we see how magnifying the Lord can transform our perspective and help us embrace God’s promises.

Discover how Mary's humble response to the angel's message exemplifies faith and trust, and how her declaration—"For nothing will be impossible with God"—remains a powerful reminder for us today.

Whether you're searching for hope in challenging times or looking to deepen your faith this Christmas season, this message will inspire you to magnify the Lord and receive the boundless hope found in Him.

✨ Tune in to find encouragement, faith, and the true joy of Christmas!