I’ve always enjoyed spending time with older men; wise, experienced, often with stories that teach valuable lessons. Some are happily married, others divorced, but there’s always something to learn in our conversations. One day, while sitting at the car wash as we often did; chatting about politics, soccer, life, and love. The topic of marriage came up. I was in my late 20s, freshly divorced, and searching for insight. An older man I used to know shared this piece of advice that still shocks me to this day. He said, “When you marry a woman, be very strict in the first two years. If she disobeys, discipline her immediately, lay hands on her so she fears you. Fear, according to him, leads to obedience. After two years, you can relax because by then, fear will keep her in line.” I was horrified. That wasn’t wisdom, it was abuse dressed in tradition. That day, I realized something powerful: not all advice is worth listening to, even if it comes from someone older or seemingly wise. Age doe...
It’s Not What Many Think. Let’s clear something up, because the enemy thrives in confusion and mislabeling. Too many people think the "Jezebel spirit" is all about sexual immorality. While seduction played a role in Queen Jezebel’s story, the real root of this spirit runs much deeper and far more dangerous. The spirit of Jezebel is not just about lust. It’s about control, manipulation, deception, and the usurping of leadership and godly authority. This spirit doesn’t always wear revealing clothes or come with flirtation. Sometimes, it shows up in the church with a smile and scripture, twisting truth to suit personal agendas. It silences prophetic voices. It disrupts unity. It operates through fear and intimidation, seeking to control those called by God. Queen Jezebel orchestrated murders, promoted idolatry, and stood in direct opposition to God’s prophets—not because of physical seduction, but because of her desire to manipulate power and control the narrative. Jesus Himself...