<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></title><description><![CDATA[Author, Preacher, Leader of ATLHub and founder of LeStrange Global LLC. ]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!i4Hj!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffe8051d1-1c45-4b1e-a041-397f7ab7f79e_2325x2325.jpeg</url><title>Ryan LeStrange</title><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 04:58:53 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link 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Recalibration]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/a-prophetic-word-for-november-divine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/a-prophetic-word-for-november-divine</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:58:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21fnU0%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252F31f9877d-b4a5-45f1-839d-0b29a34c44ee_1280x720.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>Many of you have faced the haze of the last season&#8230; the relational shifts, the unmet expectations, and the crushing disappointments. Because we&#8217;ve been in a season of alignment, some of it was God sorting things out. Some of it was simply the devil attacking. But God is going to use all of it for His kingdom and His glory! The Lord says, &#8220;I am breaking you out of the haze of warfare. You cannot live this season in the haze of the last season.&#8221;</p><p>Coming out of the challenges of the past season, this is a time to lean into and embrace grace. We&#8217;re about to step into a powerful time of building this next year. There&#8217;s grace for you to build. There&#8217;s grace for you to advance. There&#8217;s grace for you to move forward.</p><p>This is a time of divine recalibration. The Lord is revealing to you plans, purposes, and assignments. He&#8217;s also causing you to revisit things He shared with you in the last season that the warfare made you lose sight of. In fact, I heard the Lord say, &#8220;It&#8217;s time to go back to the vision I gave you previously.&#8221;</p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;For the vision is yet for the appointed time; it hastens toward the goal and it will not fail. Though it tarries, wait for it; for it will certainly come, it will not delay.&#8221;</em> Habakkuk 2:3</p></blockquote><p>The Lord says, &#8220;There were those who tried to talk you out of My vision, My plan, and My purpose for your life, but they were lying,&#8221; says the Spirit of God. &#8220;They were yielding to the powers of the enemy, and the words they spoke over your life were words of confusion and doubt. But I am the Lord God Almighty. I change not!&#8221;</p><p>&#8220;When I call you, I call you into kingdom plans and purposes,&#8221; says the Lord. &#8220;It&#8217;s time to run with Me. It&#8217;s time to move forward with Me. It&#8217;s time to advance with Me,&#8221; says the Spirit of God.</p><p>A prayer for recalibration</p><p>Father, I&#8217;m praying for everyone reading this, that they would begin to move in recalibration. I&#8217;m praying, God, that their minds would be recalibrated, their relationships recalibrated, and their plans and purposes recalibrated. Your Word says to &#8220;lay aside every encumbrance&#8230; and run with endurance the race that is set before us&#8221; (Hebrews 12:1). I&#8217;m praying the dead weight is revealed and shaken off, in Jesus&#8217; name!</p><p>I&#8217;m praying for lean and mean strategy, that they would have a lean and mean strategy to move forward and not be held back by unnecessary weight.</p><p>I&#8217;m praying, God, for a fresh impartation of grace and sonship. I&#8217;m praying for a fresh impartation of favor and glory. I&#8217;m praying, Father God, that You would begin to speak clearly to them, in Jesus&#8217; name. Amen.</p><p>Let&#8217;s keep building,<br>Ryan</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prophetic Access: Unlocking Your Inheritance as a Son]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Align Your Hearing, Sharpen Your Seeing, and Walk in Prophetic Inheritance]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-access-unlocking-your-inheritance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-access-unlocking-your-inheritance</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:02:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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So many believers struggle to confidently hear from God or access the supernatural because they&#8217;ve been conditioned to live like spiritual outsiders. But the gospel doesn&#8217;t just save us, it adopts us. The sacrifice of Christ positioned us as sons and daughters with a living inheritance and the right to prophetic access.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>God doesn&#8217;t pour out His Spirit just to stir us in a moment; He pours out His Spirit to position us. Through our new nature in Christ, we are hardwired to hear from Heaven and walk in inheritance. We&#8217;re not visitors to His promises, we&#8217;re heirs.</p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off...&#8221;<br>&#8212; Acts 2:39 (ESV)</em></p></blockquote><p>This isn&#8217;t a distant dream. It&#8217;s a now reality.</p><p><strong>The God Who Keeps His Word</strong></p><p>God engages His people based on His Word because He is a covenant-keeping God. &#8220;He has exalted His Word above His name&#8221; (Psalm 138:2), which means His promises carry Heaven&#8217;s legal weight.</p><p>Hebrews 1:1-2 reminds us that in the past, God spoke through the prophets, but now, He speaks through His Son, Jesus, &#8220;whom He appointed the heir of all things.&#8221; Jesus, as the heir, made you a joint-heir through the Holy Spirit. That&#8217;s not poetic language, it&#8217;s legal and prophetic reality. You&#8217;re not striving for promises. You&#8217;re positioned in them.</p><p><strong>Your New Nature Comes with New Functionality</strong></p><p>Receiving the Holy Spirit isn&#8217;t just a spiritual upgrade, it&#8217;s a re-coding of your nature. You are now wired to see, hear, and know. That access isn&#8217;t just for prophets, it&#8217;s for every son and daughter of the King.</p><p>But here&#8217;s where we must confront shame. Too many believers disqualify themselves from intimacy with God because of their past. But your ability to hear God is not about perfection, it&#8217;s about identity. You are made in the image of your Father. Hearing from Him is part of your spiritual DNA.</p><p>You don&#8217;t walk by what you see in the natural&#8230; you walk by faith in what He promised. Vision flows from revelation.</p><p><strong>The Power of Hearing and Seeing</strong></p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name... they follow him, for they know his voice.&#8221;<br>&#8212; John 10:3&#8211;4 (ESV)</em></p></blockquote><p>Jesus laid it out: His people know His voice. If you can&#8217;t hear, you can&#8217;t see. Revelation precedes perception. What you perceive is shaped by what you&#8217;ve heard. And the enemy knows this&#8230; so he attacks your hearing.</p><p>That&#8217;s why the prophetic is so vital&#8230;it restores our hearing so we can see clearly and contend boldly.</p><p><strong>Vision Is a Transfer of Inheritance</strong></p><p>When God gives vision, He&#8217;s not entertaining you, He&#8217;s entrusting you. Vision is a divine transfer&#8230; an invitation to receive something from Heaven. Whether it&#8217;s a warning, a dream, or a revelation, vision is always a key to your inheritance.</p><p>God breaks the communication barrier between Heaven and Earth because He wants you to know His will and partner with it.</p><p>Vision isn&#8217;t random. It&#8217;s revelatory. It tells you what to fight for.</p><p>&#128293; <strong>Final Thoughts: This Is Prophetic Inheritance</strong></p><p>You weren&#8217;t born again to barely make it. You were born again to walk in prophetic inheritance&#8230;to receive, to release, and to reveal the will of God in the Earth.</p><p>Here&#8217;s what you need to remember:</p><ul><li><p>God keeps His Word.</p></li><li><p>The Holy Spirit is your access point.</p></li><li><p>What you hear will shape what you see.</p></li><li><p>Vision is inheritance in motion.</p></li><li><p>Your new nature was built for revelation.</p></li></ul><p>It&#8217;s time to shut down shame, silence the orphan spirit, and step into prophetic sonship. Align your hearing. Sharpen your seeing. And walk boldly in what&#8217;s already been promised.</p><p>You&#8217;re not an outsider.<br>You&#8217;re not disqualified.<br>You&#8217;re an heir.<br>Now live like it.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[When God Sends an Apostle: 5 Expressions of Apostolic Ministry ]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Discern, Honor, and Align With True Apostolic Ministry in Your Generation]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/when-god-sends-an-apostle-5-expressions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/when-god-sends-an-apostle-5-expressions</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:02:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;And God has appointed in the church first apostles&#8230;&#8221; &#8212;1 Corinthians 12:28</em></p></blockquote><p>When God desires to impact a region or territory, He doesn&#8217;t do it randomly, He sends an apostle. Apostolic leaders are heaven&#8217;s answer for revival, reformation, and kingdom advancement. He mobilizes apostolic companies to preach, train, war, impart, and impact people in the territory until spiritual climates shift and God&#8217;s purposes are established.</p><p>Today, we are seeing apostolic ministries rising across the nations, bringing revival, deliverance, and reformation. At the same time, there are those who imitate the language of the apostolic without carrying its weight. These are what I call parrots, they talk the talk but lack the supernatural authority and fruit.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>To fully understand the vitality and assignment of apostolic ministry, let&#8217;s look at five key expressions of authentic apostolic function:</p><p><strong>1. Power Ministry</strong></p><p>Scripture: <em>&#8220;My speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man&#8217;s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power.&#8221; &#8211; 1 Corinthians 2:4</em></p><p>Apostles manifest the Kingdom of God in power. They don&#8217;t just preach principles&#8230; they demonstrate God&#8217;s authority.</p><ul><li><p>Healing, miracles, signs, and wonders follow their ministry.</p></li><li><p>Deliverance and breakthrough are common occurrences.</p></li><li><p>The Kingdom is not in word only, but in power.</p></li></ul><p>Wherever an apostle is sent, radical moves of God confirm their calling.</p><p><strong>2. Building Grace</strong></p><p>Scripture: <em>&#8220;According to the grace of God given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation&#8230;&#8221; &#8211; 1 Corinthians 3:10</em></p><p>Apostles are builders at heart. They don&#8217;t merely maintain&#8230; they construct and establish:</p><ul><li><p>Churches and ministry works</p></li><li><p>Spiritual families and networks</p></li><li><p>Training centers and apostolic hubs</p></li></ul><p>They carry blueprints and strategies straight from heaven. Apostles are visionaries with a mandate to expand the Kingdom. Their motion is always forward.</p><p><strong>3. Visionary Leadership</strong></p><p>Scripture: <em>&#8220;Let a man so consider us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.&#8221; &#8211; 1 Corinthians 4:1</em></p><p>Apostles are forerunners. They receive uncommon insight and outrageous vision from the Lord.</p><ul><li><p>They see where the Church is going, not just where it has been.</p></li><li><p>They often carry revelation assignments for their generation.</p></li><li><p>Many function with the gift of faith to pioneer what others call impossible.</p></li></ul><p>Their leadership challenges norms and activates momentum.</p><p><strong>4. Apostolic Teams</strong></p><p><em>Scripture: &#8220;They appointed elders for them in every church, with prayer and fasting.&#8221; &#8211; Acts 14:23</em></p><p>Apostles are team-builders. They don&#8217;t operate alone.</p><ul><li><p>They model the New Testament pattern of team ministry.</p></li><li><p>Apostolic movements thrive in collaboration, not isolation.</p></li><li><p>They raise and release leaders, understanding that one person cannot do it all.</p></li></ul><p>Whether planting churches or launching initiatives, apostles know how to build with others.</p><p><strong>5. Sons and Daughters</strong></p><p>Scripture: <em>&#8220;Though you have countless instructors in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the gospel.&#8221; &#8211; 1 Corinthians 4:15</em></p><p>The apostolic model is family, not a corporate hierarchy.</p><ul><li><p>Apostles birth, nurture, and lead spiritual families.</p></li><li><p>They equip and empower sons and daughters to grow into maturity.</p></li><li><p>While they may lead organizations or networks, their highest call is fathering.</p></li></ul><p>The emerging apostolic movement is relational at its core&#8230; not just organizational.</p><p><strong>The Apostolic Assignment &amp; Resistance</strong></p><p>As apostolic leaders arise to establish hubs, centers, and churches that carry a true apostolic DNA, resistance is inevitable. Here&#8217;s why:</p><p><strong>1. You&#8217;re Taking Back Territory</strong></p><p>Apostolic ministry reclaims spiritual ground the enemy has long occupied. This stirs up territorial spirits and escalates spiritual warfare. Apostles often confront demonic systems that have held regions in bondage.</p><p><strong>2. You&#8217;re Confronting Religious Strongholds</strong></p><p>True apostolic ministry dismantles comfort zones, tradition, and religious mindsets. It pulls people into kingdom identity and disrupts the status quo. Religious spirits hate transformation and will fight anything that challenges man-made structures.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: Apostles Are Heaven&#8217;s Architects</strong></p><p>Apostles don&#8217;t come to entertain&#8230; they come to build, govern, equip, and mobilize. Their ministry is essential in this hour of church reformation and kingdom expansion. As more apostolic leaders are commissioned and released, we&#8217;ll see:</p><ul><li><p>Territories transformed</p></li><li><p>Churches strengthened</p></li><li><p>Sons and daughters activated</p></li><li><p>The Kingdom advanced</p></li></ul><p>May we discern, honor, and align with true apostolic ministry in our generation.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prophetic Word: God Is Bringing You Into a Place of Stability]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Receive a Now Word of Supernatural Stability in a Shaking World]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-word-god-is-bringing-you-f0b</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-word-god-is-bringing-you-f0b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>That word stirred something in my spirit. I believe it&#8217;s a now word not just for me, but for many who have felt the turbulence of the past season. Whether it&#8217;s been emotional instability, relational upheaval, spiritual confusion, or economic uncertainty, this is what God is saying:</p><p>In a world filled with instability, cultural shifts, reformations, and turning tides, He is The Rock upon which our lives are built.</p><blockquote><p><em>Hebrews 13:8 (KJV):<br>&#8220;Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.&#8221;</em></p></blockquote><p>His Word anchors our souls.<br>His promises are immovable.<br>His presence secures us.<br>His glory surrounds us.</p><blockquote><p><em>Isaiah 40:8 (KJV):<br>&#8220;The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand forever.&#8221;</em></p></blockquote><p>&#128293; <strong>Prophetic Word</strong></p><p>&#8220;I am bringing you to a place of supernatural stability. Your foundation is fixed. Your pathway is ordained. Your exploits have already been established. I have secured you. Do not fear what man may do.&#8221;</p><p>Let those words settle in your heart. God is securing you. He&#8217;s stabilizing you from the inside out. This isn&#8217;t just about circumstances aligning, it&#8217;s about your soul, your thoughts, your faith, and your future being anchored in His eternal plan.</p><p>&#128588;&#127997; <strong>Prophetic Decrees Over You</strong></p><p>I decree:<br>&#9989; Secure and Stable relationships in your life. May God send consistent people.<br>&#9989; Mental and emotional stability&#8230;I bind every devil that would try to assail your mind.<br>&#9989; Spiritual stability, wisdom, and maturity to walk out your calling with clarity and power.</p><p>I decree that you are steadfast and consistent. Because you have been faithful in your assignment, God is promoting and accelerating you. Every assignment, mandate, and promise shall be fulfilled.</p><p>You will not vacate seats of authority.<br>Spiritual attacks and emotional reactions will not move you.<br>You will not give place to the enemy.</p><p>This is the <strong>YEAR IN WHICH YOU TAP INTO THE POWER OF KINGDOM CONSISTENCY</strong> and <strong>DIVINE STABILITY.</strong></p><p>Final Encouragement</p><p>No matter what has shaken around you, you are stepping into a stable place in God. Stay rooted in His promises. Stay grounded in His presence. He is solidifying your path, fortifying your faith, and anchoring your soul.</p><p>Let this word take root in your spirit. You are anointed for stability. You are graced for consistency. You are appointed for unshakable victory. Keep showing up, keep believing, and watch God establish you in every area.</p><p>You are stepping into divine stability in Jesus&#8217; name.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anointed to Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Thrive in a New Season Under a Fresh Oil Anointing]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/anointed-to-live-f31</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/anointed-to-live-f31</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:22:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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Can you relate? Maybe you were facing a dark moment you couldn&#8217;t talk about. Maybe you were in the middle of financial turmoil, emotional exhaustion, or mental warfare. Maybe the enemy tried to lie and convince you that your life wasn&#8217;t worth living.</p><p><strong>But the devil is a liar.</strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>You&#8217;re still here because God <strong>anointed you to live</strong>. Not to survive. Not to merely get by. <strong>But to live fully, purposefully, and victoriously</strong>.</p><p>Maybe you&#8217;re still in the fire right now, which would explain why you&#8217;re reading this. God&#8217;s not done with you. His anointing doesn&#8217;t quit. <strong>His anointing protects, preserves, empowers, and sustains.</strong></p><p>You are not anointed to sit down, give up, or settle.<br><strong>You are anointed to LIVE.</strong></p><p><strong>Fresh Oil for a New Season</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>Psalm 92:10 &#8211; </strong><em><strong>&#8220;But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.&#8221;</strong></em></p></blockquote><p>Every new season demands <strong>fresh oil</strong>. I thank God for past outpourings and unforgettable encounters. I&#8217;ve been in meetings so thick with His glory that I couldn&#8217;t sleep for days. I&#8217;ve been marked by revival atmospheres and encounters that changed my life forever. But that was <em>then,</em> <strong>I need fresh oil for today.</strong></p><p>The oil represents <strong>His presence and power</strong>. It&#8217;s the divine enablement that lifts burdens and destroys yokes. It frustrates the plans of hell and ushers in new momentum. There&#8217;s a <strong>fresh anointing being released over your life right now</strong> for your assignment, your family, your health, your vision, and your mind.</p><p><strong>Jesus Came to Give You Life</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>John 10:10 &#8211; </strong><em><strong>&#8220;The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.&#8221;</strong></em></p></blockquote><p>Jesus didn&#8217;t just come so you could breathe. <strong>He came so you could thrive</strong>.</p><p>The enemy wants to convince you to settle for less. To live beneath your potential. To walk in self-hate and frustration. Maybe you&#8217;ve felt too different, too loud, too quiet, too intense, too soft. The truth is, <strong>God matched your personality with your purpose</strong>.</p><p>What if the very things you&#8217;ve been criticizing about yourself are actually the keys to unlocking your next level?</p><p>Your uniqueness is your secret sauce. When <strong>purpose and passion meet the moment</strong>, you step into the rhythm of God&#8217;s plan for your life. And that&#8217;s where abundant life begins.</p><p><strong>What Does the Anointed Life Look Like?</strong></p><p>Let&#8217;s break it down practically. What does it mean to truly live as someone who is <strong>anointed to live</strong>?</p><p>&#128293; <strong>Effective Kingdom Citizenship<br></strong>Not just going to church, but understanding your authority as a Kingdom citizen.</p><p>&#128293; <strong>Living in Your God-Given Purpose<br></strong>You&#8217;ve been sent to make impact. The Holy Spirit came to empower and <em>send</em> you into your world.</p><p>&#128293; <strong>Victory Over the Enemy&#8217;s Tactics<br></strong>You are anointed to recognize and tear down demonic strongholds.</p><p>&#128293; <strong>Living as a Witness<br></strong>Your life is a message. Everywhere you go, you release His Kingdom.</p><p><strong>There&#8217;s an Anointing for Everyday Life</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>1 John 2:27 &#8211; </strong><em><strong>&#8220;The anointing which you received from Him abides in you&#8230;&#8221;</strong></em></p></blockquote><p>Sometimes we think anointing is only for ministry, but it&#8217;s for your <strong>everyday life</strong>. The anointing empowers you to be a godly spouse, a wise parent, a faithful friend, a strong leader.</p><p>I remember years ago, when my son was young, I&#8217;d retreat to pray before preaching. Sometimes he&#8217;d interrupt me, stumbling into the room. I&#8217;d get frustrated because I thought I was being &#8220;distracted.&#8221; But God corrected me: <em>&#8220;He&#8217;s being drawn to My presence.&#8221;</em> That moment taught me something, <strong>parenting is spiritual too.</strong></p><p>There&#8217;s an anointing for it all. <strong>You don&#8217;t have to separate your life into compartments. You are anointed to do life with God&#8217;s help and Heaven&#8217;s backing.</strong></p><p><strong>This is a Prophetic Disruption</strong></p><p>You are <strong>not anointed to quit</strong>. You are not anointed to die in the middle of your storm. You are not anointed to give up on your calling, your family, your healing, or your dream. I don&#8217;t care what hell has been speaking over your life, I came to <strong>interrupt and disrupt those demonic decrees</strong>.</p><p>I prophesy right now:<br>Your body shall live and not die.<br>Your mind shall prosper and be sound.<br>Your calling shall emerge in full power.<br>Your dream shall arise from the ashes!<br>Your life shall declare the works of the Lord and the glory of God.</p><p>There is <strong>no quitting</strong>, because <strong>God has anointed you to live</strong>.</p><p>In Jesus&#8217; name&#8230;<strong>LIVE!</strong></p><p>Amen.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Apostolic Markers You Must Understand]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Understand the 3 Apostolic Markers That Define True Kingdom Movement Leaders]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/3-apostolic-markers-you-must-understand</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/3-apostolic-markers-you-must-understand</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:04:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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Metron (Measure or Sphere of Authority)</span></strong></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;We will not boast beyond our measure, but within the measure of the sphere which God apportioned to us&#8230;&#8221; &#8212;2 Cor. 10:13</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Every apostle has a </span><strong><span>divinely assigned sphere</span></strong><span>&#8230; a territory, group, or mission God has graced them to impact. Apostles are not appointed by man. They are divinely called by The Lord for a specific work in the earth. They have a sphere of influence and the power of The Kingdom to demonstrate within that sphere.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><strong><span>2. Apostolic Anointing</span></strong></p><p><span>The apostolic anointing is </span><strong><span>unique and potent</span></strong><span>, marked by breakthrough, movement, and pioneering power within that metron. I describe apostles as spiritual governors. They are not always as sensitive as the pastor! They are generals who see the threat of the enemy and are bold in their mobilization and confrontation. They tend to ruffle feathers because they are assignment and mandate driven. They have the mark of Kingdom Demonstration upon their ministry. You will see and experience levels of the power of God in their ministry.</span></p><p><strong><span>3. Revelation</span></strong></p><p><span>True apostles carry </span><strong><span>revelation that reforms and reshapes</span></strong><span>. They see differently. They hear deeply. They build according to heaven&#8217;s design! They are given insight from The Lord regarding His word. They build the revelation in the earth by preaching, teaching, writing, and media. They are people who are burning with the word of The Lord.</span></p><p><strong><span>The Challenge of False Expectation</span></strong></p><p><span>Many struggle with the apostolic because they bring </span><strong><span>pastoral expectations</span></strong><span> into an </span><strong><span>apostolic environment</span></strong><span>. While pastors tend to the sheep closely, apostles are movement leaders and master builders. Expecting apostles to function like pastoral gifts can lead them to unnecessary exhaustion. They are builders and movement leaders. They may indeed be the senior leader at a local or regional ministry, but they lead through the apostolic grace, not the pastoral grace. Setting expectations is vital.</span></p><p><span>People in an apostolic house have to know their leader and their anointing. They need to understand that they are dealing with a multiplier and warrior, not a manager! They are dealing with a person who has been formed like a spiritual hammer to break open a realm and a region. They can draw deep from the apostolic well and be set free, trained, and equipped.</span></p><p><span>A healthy apostolic Hub will create at least one five-fold ministry team. The pastoral ministry will be handled by leaders on the team who will assist in feeding and caring for the flock of God. Together, they will form a majestic tapestry of dynamic kingdom ministry.</span></p><p><span>Apostles are not lone rangers. They value the other five old gifts and will rally them together. They:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span>Partner with prophets</span></strong><span> to discern, expose, and confront demonic structures</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Work with teachers</span></strong><span> to establish solid doctrine and renew minds</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Activate evangelists, pastors, and other apostles</span></strong><span> for harvest and maturity</span></p></li></ul><p><span>They are architects of </span><strong><span>Kingdom reformation</span></strong><span>&#8230; God&#8217;s master builders.</span></p><p><strong><span>Final Thought: Apostles Advance the Kingdom</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostles are catalysts. They break open regions. They release strategies. They build hubs, raise leaders, plant churches, and confront darkness. Apostles don&#8217;t just maintain.. they advance.</span></p><p><strong><span>They don&#8217;t just preach Kingdom. They establish it.</span></strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is an Apostolic Hub?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Recognize an Apostolic Hub and the 11 Marks That Define These Divine Sending Centers]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/what-is-an-apostolic-hub</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/what-is-an-apostolic-hub</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:48:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em><span>Acts 16:4-5 (KJV)<br>&#8220;And as they went through the cities, they delivered them the decrees for to keep, that were ordained of the apostles and elders which were at Jerusalem. And so were the churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>The early church was activated and mobilized establishing Hubs of the move of God&#8230;centers of kingdom strategy, equipping, and sending. These weren&#8217;t just places where people gathered and heard the word; they were launchpads for regional transformation.</span></p><p><span>In today&#8217;s generation, God is once again establishing Apostolic Hubs as outposts of kingdom movement. These hubs equip people to impact the spheres they are sent to, both individually and collectively. Apostolic Hubs are regional bases of five-fold ministry operation. They are divine sending centers. They are embracing the blueprint of the early church and shaking nations.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>We must understand that apostolic ministry is not about simply preaching about apostles&#8230; it&#8217;s about preaching Christ and His Kingdom. Apostolic Hubs are marked by a deep revelation of the Lordship of Jesus and the advancement of His reign on earth. The focus is not on church as usual, but on kingdom transformation.</span></p><p><span>These hubs carry the mantle and message of the Kingdom, empowering people to walk in identity, authority, and assignment.</span></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs will inevitably face two major demonic confrontations:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span>The Religious Spirit</span></strong><span><br>Religion opposes the freedom, identity, and revelation that the apostolic and prophetic carry. It prefers rules, control, and tradition. Apostolic Hubs threaten this system by introducing relational intimacy, kingdom identity, and divine mysteries.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Regional Demonic Resistance</span></strong><span><br>Apostles are sent as ambassadors, they represent a King and His dominion. When an apostolic work enters a region, it often collides with principalities that have ruled unchecked. This confrontation is biblical and necessary for territory to be reclaimed.</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>The Marks of An Apostolic Hub</span></strong></p><p><span>Below are key identifiers that help define what an apostolic hub looks like in function and purpose:</span></p><p><strong><span>1. Kingdom Expression</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs go beyond equipping people to serve inside the church walls, they train kingdom citizens. Their aim is to impact every sphere of society with the gospel of the Kingdom.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>Colossians 1:13-14<br>&#8220;He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><strong><span>2. Strong Teaching and Doctrine</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs are rooted in sound biblical doctrine. Solid biblical teaching, spiritual depth, and practical application are foundational.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>Acts 2:42<br>&#8220;They continued steadfastly in the apostles&#8217; doctrine and fellowship&#8230;&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><strong><span>3. Presence-Based with Signs, Wonders &amp; Miracles</span></strong></p><p><span>God confirms the apostolic with demonstration! These are houses of the move of God.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>2 Corinthians 12:12<br>&#8220;The marks of a true apostle&#8230; signs, wonders, and miracles.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Apostolic Hubs create an atmosphere where miracles, healing, deliverance, and divine encounters are normal.</span></p><p><strong><span>4. Full Five-Fold Ministry Expression</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs activate the entire five-fold ministry&#8230;apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers for the equipping and maturing of the saints (Eph. 4:11-12). They train and cultivate ministry teams.</span></p><p><strong><span>5. Active Prophetic Ministry</span></strong></p><p><span>Prophets are trained, developed, and released within the hub. Revelation, discernment, and the prophetic flow are cultivated and honored. Apostolic Hubs love and embrace the prophetic.</span></p><p><strong><span>6. A Strong Base of Prayer</span></strong></p><p><span>Prayer is central. Apostolic Hubs are established and sustained by intercession. These are houses of spiritual intelligence, spiritual warfare, and communion with God. Intercession and travail are critical components of an Apostolic Hub.</span></p><p><strong><span>7. Regional, National, and Global Vision</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs are given divine spheres of influence. They typically reach farther than their immediate surroundings. Their building strategies will often not make sense to the thinking of the traditional church. They are sent ministries with an intense burden to reach people.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>Acts 1:8<br>&#8220;You shall be My witnesses&#8230; to the ends of the earth.&#8221;</span></em></p><p><em><span>2 Corinthians 10:13-16<br>&#8220;We will not boast beyond measure&#8230; but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us&#8230;&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Each hub operates within its divinely assigned metron, but many carry multi-regional or even global mandates.</span></p><p><strong><span>8. Apostolic Flow of Sending and Receiving</span></strong></p><p><span>An Apostolic Hub functions like a spiritual airport. Ministry gifts arrive to deposit grace, and trained individuals are launched out into their callings and assignments. Movement is constant in a Hub. Ministers from various nations and regions will come in to train, activate and impart. Spiritual sons and daughters of the house will be equipped and sent.</span></p><p><strong><span>9. Prophetic Worship and New Sounds</span></strong></p><p><span>The sound of heaven is a mark of an Apostolic Hub. Apostolic Hubs have a governmental mindset! They don&#8217;t bow to the climate or culture of the region. They shift it!</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>1 Samuel 16:23 &#8211; David&#8217;s harp brought relief and drove out evil spirits.<br>Zephaniah 3:17 &#8211; &#8220;He will rejoice over you with singing.&#8221;<br>1 Chronicles 23:5, 9:33 &#8211; David assigned thousands to full-time worship and song.</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>These houses carry new sounds, spontaneous songs, and an atmosphere of glory. They sing the song of The Lord and decree what God is saying over the people and the territory. Religious demons will be uncomfortable in the atmosphere of an apostolic Hub. There is a unique combination of worship and intercession.</span></p><p><strong><span>10. Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare</span></strong></p><p><span>Deliverance is part of the apostolic call!  Apostolic Hubs cast out demons and confront demonic mindsets. They dismantle the works of darkness on both a corporate and individual basis. They are houses of freedom!</span></p><p><strong><span>11. Family and Kingdom Culture</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic Hubs operate with structure, but also function as family. There&#8217;s order and protocol, but also love, community, and authentic connection. The apostolic is not simply an organization&#8230;it is a family! There is a shared burden, mission and assignment. They love together and war together.</span></p><p><span>God is raising up powerful and unique hubs! These Apostolic Hubs are built to equip, transform, and send. They carry the blueprint of heaven, establish kingdom order, and operate in supernatural power.</span></p><p><span>They are marked by:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Christ-centered teaching</span></p></li><li><p><span>Kingdom demonstration</span></p></li><li><p><span>Apostolic sending</span></p></li><li><p><span>Prophetic worship</span></p></li><li><p><span>Supernatural flow</span></p></li><li><p><span>Family culture</span></p></li></ul><p><span>They are more than gatherings&#8230; they are movements.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to the Creator Economy: Build Wealth, Impact Lives, and Step Into Your Online Assignment]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Step Into the Creator Economy and Build Wealth From Your Wisdom]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/welcome-to-the-creator-economy-build</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/welcome-to-the-creator-economy-build</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:30:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><span>I&#8217;ll never forget my journey into online entrepreneurship. It started quite simple. I was a published author working with an internationally known publisher and loving the experience of writing Christian books. Yet, there were many times I felt that my royalties didn&#8217;t reflect the level of work and impact I was putting in. That&#8217;s when a friend said something bold: &#8220;Ryan, you should start writing ebooks and sell them directly to your audience.&#8221; That one idea changed everything.</span></p><p><span>When I began writing, editing, and distributing my own digital books, I stepped into a brand-new revenue stream. What started as a pivot became a pipeline and it grew so fast that I had to establish an LLC to contain the business.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>Then I stepped into webinars and online classes. I took things I had done hundreds of times in person and delivered them once on camera to students all over the world. From that came a community, momentum, and income. It fueled my passion and funded an entire enterprise. Eventually, I launched coaching and mentorship programs that allowed me to pour into people at a deeper level and the digital space became a place where I could work hard and see the reward.</span></p><p><span>One powerful perspective came when I was sitting with an 8-figure earner. He said to me, &#8220;Ryan, you have to start treating your digital real estate like actual real estate.&#8221; That hit me hard. As a former realtor and property investor, I immediately understood the value of the digital space. Once I shifted my mindset, God began to bless me in ways that I couldn&#8217;t have imagined.</span></p><p><span>The creator economy is calling, and it&#8217;s waiting for YOU to jump in. Maybe you have a skill or experience that could benefit others. Maybe you&#8217;re a counselor, a coach, a teacher, a pastor, or just someone who&#8217;s passionate about helping people. You might be sitting on solutions that could shift someone else&#8217;s life. Whether it&#8217;s launching a digital course, building a private online community, starting a podcast, or sharing your story through content, there&#8217;s wealth in your wisdom, and there&#8217;s purpose in your process.</span></p><p><span>Let&#8217;s talk about where the online world is headed and how you can tap into it.</span></p><p><strong><span>THE CREATOR ECONOMY &#8211; Content, Community &amp; Revenue Opportunities</span></strong></p><p><span>The creator economy is now valued at over $250 billion globally, and it&#8217;s projected to exceed $480 billion by 2027. We&#8217;re living in the most accessible and opportunity-rich digital era in history.</span></p><p><span>Major platforms have heavily invested in creators with tools, features, and monetization programs&#8230;making it easier than ever to earn income online through your content, ideas, and products.</span></p><p><strong><span>Some recent numbers and trends to get your wheels turning:</span></strong></p><p><span>&#8226; TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest have all launched monetization tools and creator support programs.<br>&#8226; YouTube Shorts now pays creators monthly bonuses through its $100M Creator Fund.<br>&#8226; Instagram offers bonuses for Reels, subscriptions, and in-stream ads.<br>&#8226; LinkedIn is investing heavily in thought leaders and content creators across industries.<br>&#8226; TikTok Shop is booming, turning livestreams and short videos into direct sales channels.<br>&#8226; Email newsletters, podcasts, and digital products are driving tens of millions in revenue across the globe.</span></p><p><span>Social commerce is also exploding. This is where buying and selling happens directly on social media and it&#8217;s transforming how people shop and sell:</span></p><p><span>&#8226; 75% of Gen Z and Millennials have purchased from social media platforms.<br>&#8226; The U.S. social commerce market is projected to hit $144 billion by 2027.<br>&#8226; Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook are the top platforms for product discovery and checkout.</span></p><p><span>In other words, social media is the new storefront. The mall is in your pocket. The opportunity is in your content.</span></p><p><span>Now, I know I&#8217;ve thrown a lot of stats your way, but my goal is to stir your faith and imagination. You might be thinking, &#8220;Where do I even start?&#8221; Let me tell you&#8230;you don&#8217;t need a massive platform or expensive tools. You just need vision, focus, and a willingness to learn.</span></p><p><span>Start with your passion point, and identify the pain points of your audience. Ask:<br>What problem can I solve?<br>What can I teach, show, or lead others through?<br>What have I been through that someone else is still trying to navigate?</span></p><p><span>Don&#8217;t try to do 15 things at once! Pick one thing and do it with excellence. Let that area grow, then gradually layer in other streams. Consider signing up for coaching or mentorship. Learn from those who&#8217;ve gone ahead of you. Stop waiting. Stop comparing. Start solving. Start serving.</span></p><p><span>All great businesses are solutions to a problem. So, ask yourself:<br>Whose problem am I called to solve?<br>What value can I add to someone else&#8217;s life?</span></p><p><span>When purpose and passion meet entrepreneurship, the results are explosive. You get to love what you do, and you get paid to do what you love. That&#8217;s what I call Kingdom prosperity.</span></p><p><span>Let me know when you&#8217;re ready to turn your passion into a product, your voice into a business, or your calling into an online course. I&#8217;ll be cheering you on the whole way.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What If Your Discernment Is Distorted? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teaching on the difference between perceiving something and correctly interpreting it.]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/what-if-your-discernment-is-distorted</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/what-if-your-discernment-is-distorted</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:39:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21pHMV%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252Fc6b506d7-bab1-4b0e-a2f3-13563c6dab8c_1280x720.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21pHMV%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252Fc6b506d7-bab1-4b0e-a2f3-13563c6dab8c_1280x720.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>WHAT IF THE VERY THING YOU CALL DISCERNMENT IS ACTUALLY A MEMORY?</strong></p><p>Our soul is a master processor. Your mind, will, and emotions connect memories to an emotion, an environment, an atmosphere. So when you walk into a setting that resembles a previous pain, you drop straight into fight-or-flight. For those of us who are prophetic, that reaction can register as discernment.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>Here is the problem. Sometimes what we are calling discernment is actually a reminder of our past.</p><p><strong>SAMUEL SAW SOMETHING REAL AND STILL GOT IT WRONG</strong></p><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;And it came to pass, when they were come, that he looked on Eliab, and said, Surely the LORD&#8217;S anointed is before him. But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.&#8221; 1 Samuel 16:6-7, KJV</em></p></blockquote><p>Samuel goes to anoint the next king and immediately interprets what he sees: Surely this is the Lord&#8217;s anointed. He is not a novice. He has a lifetime of hearing God&#8217;s voice, a proven track record, and genuine relationship. And he still misreads it.</p><p>Samuel saw something. He interpreted what he saw. God had to interrupt the interpretation.</p><p>Can you genuinely perceive something and still misinterpret it? Absolutely. God never tells Samuel to stop seeing. He tells him where to look. The real data is inside, and Samuel had locked his gaze on the frame.</p><p>Here is the question: can my previous experience become the lens through which I interpret my present experience? If yesterday&#8217;s success can distort perception, so can yesterday&#8217;s pain, betrayal, trauma, church hurt, and warfare. What if the thing misguiding your prophetic potential is simply an unhealed lens?</p><p><strong>YOUR SPIRIT RECEIVES. YOUR SOUL INTERPRETS.</strong></p><p>The Word of God divides soul from spirit and shows you which one is doing the talking. Your spirit receives accurate communication from God. Your soul is the interpretive device. The signal comes in clean and then gets read through whatever your soul is carrying.</p><p>Revelatory capacity gets a prophet the information. Interpretive accuracy determines whether it lands. Both matter, and the second one is where most prophets are underdeveloped.</p><p><strong>FOUR STEPS TOWARD A HEALED LENS</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Bring the soul under the dominion of the Word. </strong>I once went through a betrayal that left me questioning everyone around me. Eventually I had to name it: this was a soul issue more than a spiritual one. The Word brought me back into alignment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Invite Jesus into the painful memories. </strong>You are asking Him to come sit in the midst of that space. I did this with some childhood memories, and it transformed the way I see. I can look back now through a healed lens, without the weight of pain attached.</p></li><li><p><strong>Form healthy accountability relationships. </strong>Surround yourself with people who can lovingly remind you of your ongoing need for healing.</p></li><li><p><strong>Build a council. </strong>Test what you are sensing before you act on it. That is not weakness. That is wisdom.</p></li></ul><p>In the moment something rises up, ask: Is this tied to a past experience? Is this person reminding me of a painful season? Is this a trigger? A trigger can feel exactly like a witness. Learning to tell them apart is the work.</p><p><strong>WHY I BUILT THIS TRAINING</strong></p><p>One of the greatest healing seasons of my life came through Bible college, but the sacrifice was enormous. I moved across the country, isolated and prophetic without a community, and built everything from scratch. That is why I am so passionate about online training. You should not have to cross the country to find what I had to cross the country to find.</p><p><strong>SPI LIVE: DISCERNMENT, DELIVERANCE &amp; SOUL HEALING</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21S8o1%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252F10d97191-afee-4032-afec-07b1ed868c6c_1200x600.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!S8o1!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F10d97191-afee-4032-afec-07b1ed868c6c_1200x600.png 424w, 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September 18 and 19.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Friday, September 18 at 7:00 PM ET. </strong>Train discernment as a skill, map how perception comes to you, expose the counterfeit, and cover the warfare that follows prophetic voices.</p></li><li><p><strong>Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 AM ET. </strong>I am joined by licensed psychotherapist Ann-Marie Covert, MSW, RSW. We go after what unhealed places do to your perception, how healing changes what you can see, and I close with freedom strategies to help you keep the ground you take.</p></li></ul><p>You walk away with replays, the written Healthy Mind Keys, and a seven-section set of Decrees and Declarations built for the trained discerner.</p><p><strong>Early registration is $77 and closes Friday, September 4 at 11:59 PM ET.</strong></p><p>If you have ever wondered whether what you are sensing is revelation or a reminder of your past, this class was built for you.</p><p><strong><mark data-color="#ffff00" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&#128073; </mark><a href="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lgi.institute%2F"><mark data-color="#ffff00" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Grab your seat here</mark></a></strong></p><p>I will see you in the classroom.</p><p><strong>Ryan</strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supernatural Abundance: Faith to Prosper]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Break Free From a Poverty Perspective and Walk in Faith to Prosper]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/supernatural-abundance-faith-to-prosper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/supernatural-abundance-faith-to-prosper</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:11:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><span>&#8220;Wealth never goes away, it just changes locations.&#8221; Many people operate under a scarcity mentality, shaped by a poverty perspective. But the truth is wealth remains in the earth; it simply changes hands.</span></p><p><span>When you begin to grasp God&#8217;s power to prosper you, it shifts your entire perspective on daily living. There is no lack in Heaven. God owns the cattle on a thousand hills, and He can grant you access to untapped resources and supernatural increase.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>When the Lord is truly our Shepherd, He leads us into green pastures and still waters (Psalm 23). For a sheep, that is a wealthy place, a place of nourishment, rest, and safety. Likewise, for the believer, supernatural abundance flows from alignment with God and trust in His divine leading.</span></p><p><strong><span>Giving and Receiving: A Pathway to Abundance</span></strong></p><p><span>In Philippians 4:15-19, the Apostle Paul commended the Philippian church:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;No church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only&#8230;&#8221; (Philippians 4:15)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>This passage reflects the apostolic relationship between Paul and the Philippians. They were exceptional in their giving, their faith tapped into divine supply. Other churches may have received from Paul, but they didn&#8217;t give. They operated in a lower realm of faith, not recognizing that Paul&#8217;s apostolic mantle was a point of access to supernatural provision.</span></p><p><span>The Philippians gave repeatedly and faithfully. As a result, Paul released a prophetic decree:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;But my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.&#8221; (v. 19)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>This wasn&#8217;t a casual remark, it was a supernatural promise tied to covenant partnership and generosity. Their giving created a pipeline to abundance. By sowing into Paul&#8217;s apostolic mission, they gained access to Heaven&#8217;s economy.</span></p><p><strong><span>Jesus and Supernatural Multiplication</span></strong></p><p><span>Jesus consistently demonstrated supernatural multiplication. When faced with a hungry crowd and only five loaves and two fish, the disciples panicked and said, &#8220;Send them away.&#8221; But Jesus responded:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;You give them something to eat.&#8221; (Matthew 14:16)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Jesus wasn&#8217;t moved by natural limitations. He operated from Heaven&#8217;s realm of provision. He took what they had, looked to Heaven, blessed it, and broke it. The result? Overflow. Everyone ate and was satisfied and twelve baskets were left over!</span></p><p><span>This is the will of God for His people not barely enough, but more than enough.</span></p><p><span>When they yielded what they had, it became qualified for miraculous multiplication. Often, we view our seed as insufficient but when placed in God&#8217;s hands, it becomes a key to divine supply.</span></p><p><strong><span>Provision in Unlikely Places</span></strong></p><p><span>In Matthew 17:24&#8211;27, we find another supernatural provision moment. When it was time to pay the temple tax, Jesus didn&#8217;t send Peter to the treasury. Instead, He gave him this instruction:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;Go to the sea&#8230; open the fish&#8217;s mouth, and you&#8217;ll find a coin. Take it and give it to them for you and Me.&#8221; (v. 27)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>This miracle shows that God can bring provision from the most unlikely places. The key is obedience. Faith and obedience open the door to Heaven&#8217;s provision even when the method doesn&#8217;t make sense.</span></p><p><strong><span>Abounding to Every Good Work</span></strong></p><p><span>Paul continues this theme of abundance in 2 Corinthians 9:6&#8211;10:</span></p><p><span>&#8220;He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully&#8230; And God is able to make all grace abound toward you&#8230;&#8221;</span></p><p><span>This passage teaches a clear principle: our harvest is connected to our sowing. You may not have chosen where your financial journey began, but you can choose where it ends.</span></p><p><span>God will draw you into environments rich in anointing, wisdom, and opportunity. The question is: will you recognize those moments and respond with faith?</span></p><p><span>When we are being spiritually fed, we must also respond through financial giving. That mutual exchange creates a flow, our seed activates the cycle of harvest.</span></p><p><strong><span>Conclusion: Faith to Prosper</span></strong></p><p><span>The journey of supernatural abundance is about breaking out of natural limitations and stepping into divine possibilities. As you understand God&#8217;s miraculous provision, your mindset begins to shift. You begin to sow with purpose, believe with boldness, and give with expectation.</span></p><p><span>You exit the realm of anxiety and enter into divine trust, knowing that God is Lord over all, including your finances. This is the power of walking in faith to prosper.</span></p><p><strong><span>Declare this today:</span></strong></p><p><span>&#8220;I walk in supernatural abundance. I give generously, and I receive richly. My God supplies all my needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.&#8221;</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prophetic Word: God Is Bringing You Into a Place of Stability]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Receive God's Now Word of Supernatural Stability in a Shaking World]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-word-god-is-bringing-you-668</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/prophetic-word-god-is-bringing-you-668</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:10:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><span>In a time where the world feels like it&#8217;s shaking, where uncertainty, chaos, and constant change seem to be the norm, God is releasing a word of stability over His people.</span></p><p><span>As I was up pursuing The Lord this morning, I heard Him whisper one powerful word: &#8220;</span><strong><span>Stability.</span></strong><span>&#8221;</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>That word stirred something in my spirit. I believe it&#8217;s a now word not just for me, but for many who have felt the turbulence of the past season. Whether it&#8217;s been emotional instability, relational upheaval, spiritual confusion, or economic uncertainty, this is what God is saying:</span></p><p><span>In a world filled with instability, cultural shifts, reformations, and turning tides, He is The Rock upon which our lives are built.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#128214; Hebrews 13:8 (KJV):<br>&#8220;Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>His Word anchors our souls.<br>His promises are immovable.<br>His presence secures us.<br>His glory surrounds us.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#128214; Isaiah 40:8 (KJV):<br>&#8220;The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand forever.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>&#128293; </span><strong><span>Prophetic Word</span></strong></p><p><span>&#8220;I am bringing you to a place of supernatural stability. Your foundation is fixed. Your pathway is ordained. Your exploits have already been established. I have secured you. Do not fear what man may do.&#8221;</span></p><p><span>Let those words settle in your heart. God is securing you. He&#8217;s stabilizing you from the inside out. This isn&#8217;t just about circumstances aligning, it&#8217;s about your soul, your thoughts, your faith, and your future being anchored in His eternal plan.</span></p><p><span>&#128588;&#127997; </span><strong><span>Prophetic Decrees Over You</span></strong></p><p><span>I decree:<br>&#9989; Secure and Stable relationships in your life. May God send consistent people.<br>&#9989; Mental and emotional stability&#8230;I bind every devil that would try to assail your mind.<br>&#9989; Spiritual stability, wisdom, and maturity to walk out your calling with clarity and power.</span></p><p><span>I decree that you are steadfast and consistent. Because you have been faithful in your assignment, God is promoting and accelerating you. Every assignment, mandate, and promise shall be fulfilled.</span></p><p><span>You will not vacate seats of authority.<br>Spiritual attacks and emotional reactions will not move you.<br>You will not give place to the enemy.</span></p><p><span>This is the </span><strong><span>YEAR IN WHICH YOU TAP INTO THE POWER OF KINGDOM CONSISTENCY</span></strong><span> and </span><strong><span>DIVINE STABILITY.</span></strong></p><p><span>Final Encouragement</span></p><p><span>No matter what has shaken around you, you are stepping into a stable place in God. Stay rooted in His promises. Stay grounded in His presence. He is solidifying your path, fortifying your faith, and anchoring your soul.</span></p><p><span>Let this word take root in your spirit. You are anointed for stability. You are graced for consistency. You are appointed for unshakable victory. Keep showing up, keep believing, and watch God establish you in every area.</span></p><p><span>You are stepping into divine stability in Jesus&#8217; name.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anointed to Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Walk in Fresh Oil, Prophetic Disruption, and the Anointing That Was Given to Make You Live]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/anointed-to-live</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/anointed-to-live</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:58:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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Can you relate? Maybe you were facing a dark moment you couldn&#8217;t talk about. Maybe you were in the middle of financial turmoil, emotional exhaustion, or mental warfare. Maybe the enemy tried to lie and convince you that your life wasn&#8217;t worth living.</span></p><p><strong><span>But the devil is a liar.</span></strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>You&#8217;re still here because God </span><strong><span>anointed you to live</span></strong><span>. Not to survive. Not to merely get by. </span><strong><span>But to live fully, purposefully, and victoriously</span></strong><span>.</span></p><p><span>Maybe you&#8217;re still in the fire right now, which would explain why you&#8217;re reading this. God&#8217;s not done with you. His anointing doesn&#8217;t quit. </span><strong><span>His anointing protects, preserves, empowers, and sustains.</span></strong></p><p><span>You are not anointed to sit down, give up, or settle.<br></span><strong><span>You are anointed to LIVE.</span></strong></p><p><strong><span>Fresh Oil for a New Season</span></strong></p><blockquote><p><em><strong><span>Psalm 92:10 &#8211; &#8220;But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of a unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.&#8221;</span></strong></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Every new season demands </span><strong><span>fresh oil</span></strong><span>. I thank God for past outpourings and unforgettable encounters. I&#8217;ve been in meetings so thick with His glory that I couldn&#8217;t sleep for days. I&#8217;ve been marked by revival atmospheres and encounters that changed my life forever. But that was </span><em><span>then,</span></em><span> </span><strong><span>I need fresh oil for today.</span></strong></p><p><span>The oil represents </span><strong><span>His presence and power</span></strong><span>. It&#8217;s the divine enablement that lifts burdens and destroys yokes. It frustrates the plans of hell and ushers in new momentum. There&#8217;s a </span><strong><span>fresh anointing being released over your life right now</span></strong><span> for your assignment, your family, your health, your vision, and your mind.</span></p><p><strong><span>Jesus Came to Give You Life</span></strong></p><blockquote><p><em><strong><span>John 10:10 &#8211; &#8220;The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.&#8221;</span></strong></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Jesus didn&#8217;t just come so you could breathe. </span><strong><span>He came so you could thrive</span></strong><span>.</span></p><p><span>The enemy wants to convince you to settle for less. To live beneath your potential. To walk in self-hate and frustration. Maybe you&#8217;ve felt too different, too loud, too quiet, too intense, too soft. The truth is, </span><strong><span>God matched your personality with your purpose</span></strong><span>.</span></p><p><span>What if the very things you&#8217;ve been criticizing about yourself are actually the keys to unlocking your next level?</span></p><p><span>Your uniqueness is your secret sauce. When </span><strong><span>purpose and passion meet the moment</span></strong><span>, you step into the rhythm of God&#8217;s plan for your life. And that&#8217;s where abundant life begins.</span></p><p><strong><span>What Does the Anointed Life Look Like?</span></strong></p><p><span>Let&#8217;s break it down practically. What does it mean to truly live as someone who is </span><strong><span>anointed to live</span></strong><span>?</span></p><p><span>&#128293; </span><strong><span>Effective Kingdom Citizenship<br></span></strong><span>Not just going to church, but understanding your authority as a Kingdom citizen.</span></p><p><span>&#128293; </span><strong><span>Living in Your God-Given Purpose<br></span></strong><span>You&#8217;ve been sent to make impact. The Holy Spirit came to empower and </span><em><span>send</span></em><span> you into your world.</span></p><p><span>&#128293; </span><strong><span>Victory Over the Enemy&#8217;s Tactics<br></span></strong><span>You are anointed to recognize and tear down demonic strongholds.</span></p><p><span>&#128293; </span><strong><span>Living as a Witness<br></span></strong><span>Your life is a message. Everywhere you go, you release His Kingdom.</span></p><p><strong><span>There&#8217;s an Anointing for Everyday Life</span></strong></p><blockquote><p><em><strong><span>1 John 2:27 &#8211; &#8220;The anointing which you received from Him abides in you&#8230;&#8221;</span></strong></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Sometimes we think anointing is only for ministry, but it&#8217;s for your </span><strong><span>everyday life</span></strong><span>. The anointing empowers you to be a godly spouse, a wise parent, a faithful friend, a strong leader.</span></p><p><span>I remember years ago, when my son was young, I&#8217;d retreat to pray before preaching. Sometimes he&#8217;d interrupt me, stumbling into the room. I&#8217;d get frustrated because I thought I was being &#8220;distracted.&#8221; But God corrected me: </span><em><span>&#8220;He&#8217;s being drawn to My presence.&#8221;</span></em><span> That moment taught me something, </span><strong><span>parenting is spiritual too.</span></strong></p><p><span>There&#8217;s an anointing for it all. </span><strong><span>You don&#8217;t have to separate your life into compartments. You are anointed to do life with God&#8217;s help and Heaven&#8217;s backing.</span></strong></p><p><strong><span>This is a Prophetic Disruption</span></strong></p><p><span>You are </span><strong><span>not anointed to quit</span></strong><span>. You are not anointed to die in the middle of your storm. You are not anointed to give up on your calling, your family, your healing, or your dream. I don&#8217;t care what hell has been speaking over your life, I came to </span><strong><span>interrupt and disrupt those demonic decrees</span></strong><span>.</span></p><p><span>I prophesy right now:<br>Your body shall live and not die.<br>Your mind shall prosper and be sound.<br>Your calling shall emerge in full power.<br>Your dream shall arise from the ashes!<br>Your life shall declare the works of the Lord and the glory of God.</span></p><p><span>There is </span><strong><span>no quitting</span></strong><span>, because </span><strong><span>God has anointed you to live</span></strong><span>.</span></p><p><span>In Jesus&#8217; name&#8230;</span><strong><span>LIVE!</span></strong></p><p><span>Amen.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Vital Keys for Strong Apostolic Teams: Building with Power and Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Build Strong Apostolic Teams That Shake Cities, Shift Regions, and Advance the Kingdom]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/6-vital-keys-for-strong-apostolic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/6-vital-keys-for-strong-apostolic</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:15:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><span>One of the foundational strategies of this present move of God is the </span><strong><span>team paradigm</span></strong><span>. The Lord is no longer highlighting isolated ministry, but rather establishing powerful </span><strong><span>apostolic teams</span></strong><span>&#8230; ministries united by purpose, covenant, and divine order! I call these city shaking and region shifting teams. They are being sent into regions and territories to break open difficult places, release revival, and establish the fullness of the Kingdom.</span></p><p><span>This model is deeply rooted in the New Testament church. In Acts 16:4&#8211;5, we read:</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;Now while they were passing through the cities, they were delivering the decrees which had been decided upon by the apostles and elders who were in Jerusalem, for them to observe. So the churches were being strengthened in the faith, and were increasing in number daily.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>The early church was strengthened by the flow and function of apostolic teams. This is the blueprint for effective ministry today. But what makes an apostolic team thrive? What are the ingredients that turn a group of gifted people into a Kingdom force?</span></p><p><span>Here are six vital keys:</span></p><p><strong><span>1. Proper Position</span></strong></p><p><span>Every assignment and every gift carries a distinct anointing. For a team to function effectively, </span><strong><span>each member must stay in their lane,</span></strong><span> functioning within the grace God has given them. Misalignment happens when pride or confusion causes someone to step into an office or authority that has not been given to them. Team members must know their assignment and honor divine boundaries.</span></p><p><strong><span>2. Humility and Honor</span></strong></p><p><span>Apostolic teams are built on the foundation of humility and honor. </span><strong><span>Humility lays down ego and self-promotion</span></strong><span>, embracing the security of the Father&#8217;s love and approval. Honor recognizes the value and function of every team member. While there are varying ranks and measures of rule, </span><strong><span>no anointing is more important</span></strong><span> in the Kingdom than another. A humble, honoring culture keeps the focus on the collective mission.</span></p><p><strong><span>3. Mutual Submission</span></strong></p><p><span>Submission means to &#8220;come under the mission.&#8221; Strong apostolic teams are marked by </span><strong><span>a commitment to the team mission over personal agendas</span></strong><span>. Mutual submission demands that each member yield their preferences and individual desires for the good of the whole. This is what allows the team to flow with unity, power, and precision.</span></p><p><strong><span>4. Confronting Wounds and Rejection</span></strong></p><p><span>Team ministry will challenge the heart. </span><strong><span>Unresolved inner wounds, rejection, or trauma</span></strong><span> can distort how one interprets feedback, correction, or the actions of others. Healthy teams require healthy people. Apostolic teams often expose areas needing healing, not to shame, but to </span><strong><span>refine and deliver</span></strong><span>. Healing leads to clarity, trust, and powerful collaboration.</span></p><p><strong><span>5. Submission to Leadership</span></strong></p><p><span>In Scripture, apostolic teams typically functioned under the leadership of an apostle. God entrusts </span><strong><span>apostolic leaders with wisdom and vision</span></strong><span> to steward the direction of the team. This doesn&#8217;t diminish the voice of others, but brings order and focus. Submission to leadership is not about control; it&#8217;s about divine alignment for maximum impact.</span></p><p><strong><span>6. A Bond of Love</span></strong></p><p><span>The most effective teams are not just functional, they&#8217;re </span><strong><span>relational</span></strong><span>. They are </span><strong><span>knit together in the Spirit</span></strong><span> and bound by covenant love. This love expresses itself through service, sacrifice, loyalty, and grace. Love empowers a team to endure challenges, forgive quickly, and press forward in unity. It is love that unlocks supernatural synergy.</span></p><p><span>God is raising up apostolic teams to take cities, birth churches, build apostolic Hubs, and activate Kingdom purpose. These teams must walk in divine order, radical love, and mutual submission. As we return to the biblical model of team ministry, we will see what the early church saw:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;So the churches were being strengthened in the faith, and were increasing in number daily.&#8221; (Acts 16:5)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Let us lay down the solo pursuit and embrace the power of the team. </span><strong><span>Together, we advance.</span></strong><span> Together we are better. Together we are stronger. Teams is the way! Let&#8217;s go.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Types of Toxic Friends & Relationships]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Discern the 7 Types of Toxic Friends and Protect Your Purpose and Destiny]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/7-types-of-toxic-friends-and-relationships</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/7-types-of-toxic-friends-and-relationships</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:58:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21uVFb%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252F9ab76e65-4d8f-46af-a0c5-39945467be92_1280x720.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21uVFb%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252F9ab76e65-4d8f-46af-a0c5-39945467be92_1280x720.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p></p><blockquote><p><em><span>Proverbs 13:20 (AMP) &#8211; &#8220;He who walks [as a companion] with wise men will be wise, but the companions of [conceited, dull-witted] fools [are fools themselves and] will experience harm.&#8221;</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Relationships matter! They are God&#8217;s transportation system. When He wants to impart and activate something in your life, He often sends the right people. Conversely, when the enemy wants to stall you, delay you, or drain you, he sends the wrong people, toxic people. The enemy uses guilt trips, ghosting, manipulation, and emotional confusion to keep you boxed in unhealthy connections. Toxic people are often skilled manipulators who operate through control and fear.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>Let&#8217;s be clear: people are broken. Without Jesus, we are all a mess. The goal isn&#8217;t perfection; it&#8217;s to follow Christ&#8217;s perfect example and embrace His grace. We are called to love wounded people, minister to the broken, and pour into those who are hurting. But there&#8217;s a difference between helping someone and making them a part of your inner circle. Wisdom is required to discern the role and purpose of each relationship. You can love someone and still establish healthy boundaries.</span></p><p><span>Let&#8217;s take a closer look at 7 types of toxic friends to watch for:</span></p><p><span>1. </span><strong><span>The Skilled Manipulator</span></strong><span> (Jezebelic Type)</span></p><p><span>This person operates with a controlling spirit. They demand conformity to their will, rhythm, and emotional needs without regard for yours. They employ emotional witchcraft: guilt, fear, confusion, and subtle control to make you feel indebted or dependent. They isolate you from divine connections and wear you down emotionally. This spirit twists love into bondage and creates ungodly soul ties.</span></p><p><span>2. </span><strong><span>The Whisperer</span></strong><span> (Gossipmonger)</span></p><p><span>This friend always has the latest gossip. Their conversations are drenched in drama and bad reports. They traffic in slander, secrecy, and character assassination. They plant seeds of mistrust, twist truth, and lure you into cycles of suspicion. Their words defile atmospheres and their loyalty is shallow. This spirit poisons the prophetic and opens doors to demonic accusation.</span></p><p><span>3. </span><strong><span>The Cain</span></strong><span> (Jealous Friend)</span></p><p><span>This is a dangerous friend who wants what you have and believes you don&#8217;t deserve it. Their admiration is rooted in envy and insecurity. They observe you to imitate or sabotage. They compete, compare, and covertly criticize. In moments of your breakthrough, they pull away or strike. This spirit births betrayal and invites warfare through jealousy.</span></p><p><span>4. </span><strong><span>The Fault-Finder</span></strong><span> (Constant Critic)</span></p><p><span>While constructive feedback is helpful, this person operates in a constant flow of petty criticism. Their spirit is accusatory and bitter. They mock, nitpick, and dress insults as &#8220;honesty.&#8221; Over time, their words erode your confidence and sense of identity. This spirit silences bold obedience and replaces God&#8217;s affirmation with man&#8217;s judgment.</span></p><p><span>5. </span><strong><span>The Uncommitted One</span></strong><span> (Unreliable Friend)</span></p><p><span>This friend carries inconsistency rooted in rejection and double-mindedness. They speak with passion but disappear in key moments. Their presence is conditional. You can&#8217;t build trust or legacy with them. They delay divine timing and leave you in cycles of frustration and disappointment.</span></p><p><span>6. </span><strong><span>The Emotional Leech</span></strong><span> (Energy Drainer)</span></p><p><span>This friend constantly pulls from you but never pours back. After spending time with them, you feel depleted and heavy. They are emotionally needy and look to people&#8230;not God&#8230;for healing. Endless complaints, crisis cycles, and emotional dependency define the relationship. This spirit weakens your spiritual stamina and clouds your discernment.</span></p><p><span>7. </span><strong><span>The Lash-Back King or Queen</span></strong><span> (Pot Stirrer)</span></p><p><span>This individual is divisive and carries a spirit of strife and discord. They thrive on offense and conflict. Drama follows them, unity dies around them, and peace becomes impossible. They stir trouble, twist conversations, and ignite unnecessary warfare. This spirit opens portals for demonic activity and creates spiritual chaos.</span></p><p><strong><span>Now What?</span></strong></p><p><span>Can you relate to any of these? Where do you go from here? Start with prayer. Ask the Lord for clarity, discernment, and direction regarding the relationship. Then ask: Do I need to set boundaries? Be less available? Have a hard conversation?</span></p><p><span>Remember: hard conversations are only effective when both people are willing to grow. Sometimes, it&#8217;s not worth the emotional toll. Use this insight to evaluate your relationships wisely. Refuse to support toxicity, but be a good friend and support growth.</span></p><p><span>I&#8217;m praying for you..for love, grace, discernment, and wisdom. God is leading you into healthy, fruitful relationships that match your purpose and destiny.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Spirit of Might: Partnering with God’s Power for Breakthrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Partner With the Spirit of Might and Walk in Breakthrough, Power, and Divine Strength]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-spirit-of-might-partnering-with</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-spirit-of-might-partnering-with</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:21:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord.&#8221;<br>&#8211; Isaiah 11:2</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>The Spirit of Might is a supernatural force from Heaven that empowers God&#8217;s people to break barriers, conquer adversity, and walk in divine strength. The word might in Isaiah 11:2 comes from the Hebrew word gibbor, which means champion, strong, mighty, or one who excels. It is also connected to one of the names of God: El Gibbor &#8212; The Mighty God.</span></p><p><strong><span>The Mighty God Is With You</span></strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>When you find yourself standing at the edge of the impossible, with the odds stacked against you, know this: you are not alone. The Spirit of Might comes upon you to break through walls, destroy resistance, and overcome the impossible.</span></p><p><span>The enemy&#8217;s strategy is to intimidate you with fear and impossibility, but God responds with might. When you stand in faith, yielded to the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of Might rises within you to empower action, prayer, prophecy, and power.</span></p><p><strong><span>The Prophetic Unlocks the Mighty Flow</span></strong></p><p><span>One of the reasons the prophetic is so powerful is that it shows us what&#8217;s coming, even when circumstances seem bleak. In the midst of intense battles, God will speak profound promises and as we begin to partner with the unseen realm, we activate the Spirit of Might.</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Prophetic words release strength.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Prophetic acts unlock breakthrough.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Prophetic songs announce God&#8217;s agenda.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Prophetic dance crushes demonic resistance.</span></p></li></ul><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;The mighty God, even the Lord, hath spoken, and called the earth from the rising of the sun unto the going down thereof.&#8221; &#8211; Psalm 50:1 (KJV)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><strong><span>Standing With the Mighty God</span></strong></p><p><span>Our God is not beneath anything or anyone. When you&#8217;re in the midst of battle, you&#8217;re not standing in your own strength, you&#8217;re standing with the Mighty God. If you&#8217;re moving in obedience, you&#8217;re surrounded by angelic armies and supernatural power working on your behalf.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob&#8230;&#8221; &#8211; Genesis 49:24 (KJV)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><strong><span>The Apostolic Anointing Carries Might</span></strong></p><p><span>Understanding that we are a sent people unlocks the awareness of the apostolic mandate on our lives. Apostolic leaders and believers are sent into regions and spheres to resist demonic powers and establish Kingdom order.</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Apostolic hubs are not passive gatherings; they are centers of transformation.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Apostolic people carry breakthrough authority.</span></p></li><li><p><span>The Spirit of Might fuels the apostolic assignment to confront, destroy, and build.</span></p></li></ul><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.&#8221; &#8211; 1 John 3:8</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Jesus came to destroy, overthrow, and abort the enemy&#8217;s plans, and now, through the Spirit of Might, He has mantled us with power to do the same.</span></p><p><strong><span>Time for Mighty Breakthroughs</span></strong></p><p><span>We are in a season where God wants to demonstrate His might through His people. That means miracles, deliverance, revival, and supernatural provision. The anointing brings the breakthrough, and the Spirit of Might releases the flow of Heaven that breaks demonic yokes.</span></p><p><span>Get ready for:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Mighty breakthroughs</span></p></li><li><p><span>Mighty miracles</span></p></li><li><p><span>Mighty works</span></p></li><li><p><span>Mighty provision</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>Decrees: Activating the Spirit of Might</span></strong></p><p><span>Begin to release these decrees and activate the Spirit of Might over your life:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Thank you, Lord, for the Spirit of Might in my life!</span></p></li><li><p><span>I decree the release of mighty miracles in my family.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I decree mighty provision and supernatural increase in my finances.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I decree breakthrough in every area of my life, mind, body, and spirit.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Thank you, Lord, for mighty words, mighty revelation, and a mighty flow of your Spirit.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I praise you, Mighty God, because your power is greater than every demonic force.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I believe for mighty revival in my generation.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I decree the outpouring of your Spirit with mighty signs, wonders, and glory.</span></p></li><li><p><span>I declare I am not limited. I partner with Heaven for a mighty release in the earth!</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>Final Word: Your Mighty Assignment</span></strong></p><p><span>God has not called you to live a weak life. You are called, empowered, and mantled with might. You are surrounded by heavenly hosts, sent with divine purpose, and equipped with spiritual weapons to advance the Kingdom.</span></p><p><span>Step into your mighty assignment. Boldly confront the darkness. Tear down strongholds. Prophesy with power. Worship with warfare. And declare the victory of El Gibbor&#8230; The Mighty God over every area of your life!</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orphan Heart: Healing the Wounds that Hinder Kingdom Sonship]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Heal the Orphan Heart and Walk in Your True Identity as a Son or Daughter]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-orphan-heart-healing-the-wounds</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-orphan-heart-healing-the-wounds</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:53:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><span>One of the most powerful realities of the cross is our restoration as sons and daughters of God. Through Christ, we are no longer spiritual orphans; we are heirs, adopted into the royal family of Heaven.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved.&#8221;<br></span></em><span>&#8212; Ephesians 1:5&#8211;6</span></p></blockquote><p><span>Yet many believers, especially those called to leadership, struggle with an </span><em><span>orphan heart</span></em><span>. Though born again, they operate from a place of rejection, fear, and spiritual self-protection. The orphan heart becomes a silent saboteur of progress and purpose, preventing the believer from thriving in relationships, ministry, and community.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><strong><span>What Is an Orphan Heart?</span></strong></p><p><span>The orphan heart is rooted in </span><strong><span>rejection, abandonment, or unhealed trauma</span></strong><span>. It lacks the revelation of Abba&#8217;s love, and it resists the true acceptance that comes through identity in Christ. Instead of living as sons and daughters, many operate as survivors, always on guard, never fully trusting, and deeply afraid of vulnerability.</span></p><p><strong><span>Signs of the Orphan Heart in Ministry</span></strong></p><p><span>When the orphan heart goes unhealed, it manifests in very specific and damaging ways, especially in leadership and ministry.</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span>Defensiveness</span></strong><span> &#8212; Always guarded, because they&#8217;ve been their own provider and protector.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Transactional Relationships</span></strong><span> &#8212; They see people as opportunities rather than covenant connections, driven by fear of commitment.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Resistance to Accountability</span></strong><span> &#8212; True submission feels like control to them. They may submit in name only but harbor rebellion in the heart.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Imbalanced Prophetic Ministry</span></strong><span> &#8212; They overemphasize correction without love. They thrive on controversy and enjoy stirring strife.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Drawn to Isolated Voices</span></strong><span> &#8212; They gravitate toward independent leaders or voices that carry the same orphan mindset.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Ministry over Family</span></strong><span> &#8212; They see ministry as a platform, not a family. They resist the idea of enduring covenant relationships.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Low Commitment Threshold</span></strong><span> &#8212; They leave when real discipleship and long-term building are required.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>&#8220;Lone Ranger&#8221; Theology</span></strong><span> &#8212; They love teachings that justify staying unplanted or disconnected.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span>Critics More Than Builders</span></strong><span> &#8212; They point out problems but rarely commit to building solutions.</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>The Healing Process: Restoring the Heart of a Son</span></strong></p><p><span>There is hope and healing for every orphan heart. Jesus didn&#8217;t just come to get you to Heaven, He came to get Heaven into you. He came to restore the revelation of </span><strong><span>Abba Father</span></strong><span> in your life.</span></p><p><strong><span>Here&#8217;s how you begin the healing journey:</span></strong></p><p><strong><span>1. Confront the Wound.<br></span></strong><span>Call it what it is. Acknowledge the places of pain, fear, and brokenness. Recognize that you&#8217;ve been operating from an orphaned place.</span></p><p><strong><span>2. Sow the Word Into Your Identity.<br></span></strong><span>Begin planting the truth of God&#8217;s Word in your heart. Meditate on scriptures about sonship, adoption, and the love of the Father. Let the Word rewire your thinking.</span></p><p><strong><span>3. Encounter the Love of Abba.<br></span></strong><span>Don&#8217;t settle for intellectual knowledge of God&#8217;s love, go after the </span><strong><span>revelation</span></strong><span> of it. Get still, worship, and ask Him to reveal His fatherhood to you. Stay in that place until something breaks open in your heart.</span></p><p><strong><span>4. Pursue Safe, Healthy Leadership.<br></span></strong><span>Ask God to connect you with </span><strong><span>spiritual fathers and mothers,</span></strong><span> those who carry a Davidic mantle, not a controlling Saul spirit. These relationships will challenge you, stretch you, and ultimately heal you. Healing takes time and requires longevity. Stay planted.</span></p><p><strong><span>Final Thoughts: Sonship Is the Cure</span></strong></p><p><span>The orphan heart is not your identity. You were not created to be a spiritual vagabond you were chosen, called, and </span><em><span>adopted</span></em><span>.</span></p><p><span>The answer to rejection is </span><strong><span>acceptance in the Beloved</span></strong><span>. The cure for abandonment is the embrace of the Father. And the remedy for striving is resting in your identity as a son or daughter.</span></p><p><span>Let the Spirit of God go deep. Let Him heal the wounded places. Let Him raise you up in family, plant you in covenant, and release you to build His Kingdom not as an orphan, but as a beloved son or daughter.</span></p><p><span>You are no longer fatherless. You belong.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! 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To answer that, consider this question: What does Heaven look like? Are the saints in Heaven toiling for provision? Absolutely not. Heaven is a place of fullness, not lack. Similarly, in the Garden of Eden before the fall, Adam and Eve experienced full supply. It wasn&#8217;t until sin entered that toil became part of human experience.</span></p><p><span>Kingdom wealth building is about realigning with Heaven&#8217;s order, living in divine supply, so that we are released from fear, anxiety, and the daily grind of survival. This freedom empowers us to pursue the will of God with focus, creativity, and impact.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><strong><span>What Is Wealth?</span></strong></p><p><span>Wealth is defined as:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>An abundance of valuable possessions or money.</span></p></li><li><p><span>The state of being rich; material prosperity.</span></p></li></ul><p><span>From a Kingdom perspective, wealth is more than money. It&#8217;s living in the fullness of God&#8217;s provision, purpose, and peace. It&#8217;s having more than enough to fulfill your assignment, bless others, and leave a legacy. Wealth building enables us to multiply what God entrusts to us for His glory and our assignment.</span></p><p><strong><span>Why Wealth Building Matters</span></strong></p><p><span>Wealth building is both a mindset and a method. It shifts you from surviving to thriving&#8230; no longer stuck in the cycle of laboring for daily needs. The Bible is clear:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things.&#8221;<br>(Ecclesiastes 10:19 KJV)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Money is a tool&#8230; an instrument to advance vision and fulfill purpose. Kingdom wealth builders connect to divine supply through spiritual wisdom and practical strategy. Here&#8217;s why it matters:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>It frees you from toiling. You move from survival to purpose, from hustle to stewardship.</span></p></li><li><p><span>It creates freedom. You&#8217;re no longer exchanging time for money&#8230;you&#8217;re building value that lives beyond you.</span></p></li><li><p><span>It leverages creativity. Wealth builders are innovators who turn ideas, concepts, and skills into solutions.</span></p></li><li><p><span>It multiplies resources. They don&#8217;t just earn, they invest, multiplying money through systems, property, and opportunity.</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>The Power of Strategy and Streams</span></strong></p><p><span>One stream can sustain you. But multiple streams will empower you to create legacy, sow generously, and impact generations.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;A good man leaves an inheritance to his children&#8217;s children,<br>And the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous.&#8221;<br>(Proverbs 13:22 NASB)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Wealth building is generational. You&#8217;re not just building for now you&#8217;re laying foundations for your children and their children.</span></p><p><strong><span>Build Funnels of Increase</span></strong></p><p><span>Strategize for long-term wealth:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Digital products &amp; intellectual property &#8211; Turn your ideas into assets that create financial flow.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Automated business systems &#8211; Build sustainable revenue streams with minimal daily input.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Real estate &amp; passive income models &#8211; Let your property produce for you.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Investments &#8211; Let money multiply while you sleep through the power of compounding.</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span>Wisdom: The Key to Treasuries</span></strong></p><p><span>True wealth begins with wisdom. Proverbs paints this powerful picture:</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;I love those who love me;<br>And those who diligently seek me will find me.<br>Riches and honor are with me,<br>Enduring wealth and righteousness&#8230;<br>That I may fill their treasuries.&#8221;<br>(Proverbs 8:17&#8211;21 NASB)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Wisdom is God&#8217;s access point to enduring wealth. As you seek Him, He releases both supernatural insight and practical strategy. Your dreams and creativity are prophetic portals when stewarded; they unlock increase. As you become intentional, God will unlock His genius in your life.</span></p><p><strong><span>Discipline, Focus, and Vision</span></strong></p><p><span>Wealth is not for the lazy or disorganized. Kingdom wealth builders live with divine order and purpose.</span></p><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;Poverty and shame will come to him who neglects discipline,<br>But he who regards reproof will be honored.&#8221;<br>(Proverbs 13:18 NASB)</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>Wealth building demands discipline, organizing your time, energy, and resources around God&#8217;s assignment for your life. View your life as a divine adventure filled with opportunity. Every day is a chance to step further into your financial destiny.</span></p><p><strong><span>Conclusion: Building for Generations</span></strong></p><p><span>Kingdom wealth building is not about greed or luxury, it&#8217;s about impact. It&#8217;s about fulfilling your purpose, establishing God&#8217;s covenant, and empowering others through your overflow.</span></p><p><span>What you build today will bless your children tomorrow. Step out of fear. Step into strategy. Tap into the wisdom of Heaven and begin building wealth that glorifies God.</span></p><p><strong><span>Declare this today:</span></strong></p><p><span>&#8220;I am a Kingdom wealth builder. I create from wisdom, I steward with purpose, and I sow for legacy. I walk in divine strategies, and my hands are blessed to build wealth that impacts generations.&#8221;</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kingdom Leadership: Delegation, Development & the Marks of Maturity]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Delegate, Develop Others, and Build Kingdom Systems That Last Beyond You]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/kingdom-leadership-delegation-development</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/kingdom-leadership-delegation-development</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:08:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;A faithful, sensible servant is one to whom the master can give the responsibility of managing his other household servants and feeding them. If the master returns and finds that the servant has done a good job, there will be a reward. I tell you the truth, the master will put that servant in charge of all he owns.&#8221;<br></span></em><span>&#8212; Matthew 24:45&#8211;47 (NLT)</span></p></blockquote><p><span>True Kingdom leaders understand that success is not defined by how much you can do alone but by what continues to move when you&#8217;re not in the room. </span><strong><span>Multiplication is the measure.</span></strong><span> Leaders don&#8217;t just build; they equip, delegate, and release.</span></p><p><span>Jesus modeled this in the way He led His disciples. He poured into them, taught them, empowered them, and then entrusted them with the mission. </span><strong><span>He didn&#8217;t cling, He commissioned! This is a critical attribute of successful kingdom leadership.</span></strong></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><strong><span>The Power of Delegation</span></strong></p><p><span>One mark of mature leadership is knowing when and how to delegate. Delegation requires emotional maturity and a healthy outlook on organizational leadership. Insecure leaders have a problem with delegation because they need to be needed. Delegation becomes a catalyst for multiplication. It&#8217;s how leaders build structures that don&#8217;t revolve solely around themselves.</span></p><p><span>A leader should constantly be thinking:<br></span><strong><span>How can I develop others?<br>How can I empower them to carry more?<br>How can I make this vision bigger than me?</span></strong></p><p><span>Delegation is both prophetic and practical. It requires spiritual discernment and leadership skill. You can&#8217;t assign just based on availability, you must discern potential, wisdom, and ability in others on your team.</span></p><p><span>Here are </span><strong><span>five key questions to ask before delegating:</span></strong></p><p><span>1&#65039;) </span><strong><span>What is the person&#8217;s potential?<br></span></strong><span>Do they have the capacity to grow into the role? Can they be trained, mentored, and developed?</span></p><p><span>2&#65039;)  </span><strong><span>What is their commitment?<br></span></strong><span>Faithful people are consistent. Don&#8217;t delegate serious matters to someone with casual commitment.</span></p><p><span>3&#65039;) </span><strong><span>What is their emotional intelligence (EQ)?<br></span></strong><span>How do they handle correction, conflict, pressure, and people?</span></p><p><span>4&#65039;) </span><strong><span>What is their gift?<br></span></strong><span>Don&#8217;t assign people to areas that conflict with their grace. Right people in the right seats unlock momentum.</span></p><p><span>5&#65039;) </span><strong><span>What is their fruit?<br></span></strong><span>Fruit reveals maturity. Look at their life, not just their words. Delegation without examination leads to misplacement.</span></p><p><strong><span>Leaders Build Systems That Work Without Them</span></strong></p><p><span>The true test of leadership is </span><strong><span>what continues when you step away</span></strong><span>. Can the team function? Can the vision move? Can decisions still be made with clarity and wisdom?</span></p><p><span>When leaders micromanage everything out of fear or ego, they limit the move of God. Kingdom leadership is not about control, </span><strong><span>it&#8217;s about stewardship.</span></strong></p><p><span>If you&#8217;re always the engine of every part of the organization, it&#8217;s time to raise up and release others. </span><strong><span>Build to last, not just to impress.</span></strong></p><p><span>&#128218;</span><strong><span> Leaders Are Forever Students</span></strong></p><p><em><span>&gt;
&#8220;But it is not this way with you, but the one who is the greatest among you must become like the youngest, and the leader like the servant.&#8221;<br></span></em><span>&#8212; Luke 22:26 (NASB)</span></p><p><span>Mature leaders never stop growing. They read, they study, they ask questions, and they </span><strong><span>stay teachable</span></strong><span>. The greatest leaders carry the humility of a student. They know they don&#8217;t know everything and they don&#8217;t have to.</span></p><p><strong><span>They seek wisdom, pursue counsel, and stay curious.</span></strong></p><p><span>Arrogant leadership will eventually collapse. But teachable leadership is sustained, fruitful, and full of kingdom impact.</span></p><p><strong><span>Kingdom leaders are master builders.</span></strong><span> They don&#8217;t just lead people, they equip them. They don&#8217;t just run organizations, they build systems. And most importantly, they lead with humility, integrity, and wisdom.</span></p><p><span>&#9989; Delegate with discernment<br>&#9989; Raise up others<br>&#9989; Build systems that last<br>&#9989; Stay teachable<br>&#9989; Carry the heart of a servant</span></p><p><span>Leadership in the Kingdom is not about building empires, it&#8217;s about building people. And when we do it God&#8217;s way, </span><strong><span>there will always be fruit that remains</span></strong><span>.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Model: God’s Blueprint for Wealth & Multiple Streams ]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Build Multiple Streams of Income Using God's Original Blueprint From the Garden of Eden]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-garden-model-gods-blueprint-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-garden-model-gods-blueprint-for</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:35:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21Esan%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252Fa577464f-a21b-4e05-93f4-a42db7f2f1f7_1280x720.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="iframe.php?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstackcdn.com%2Fimage%2Ffetch%2F%24s_%21Esan%21%2Cf_auto%2Cq_auto%3Agood%2Cfl_progressive%3Asteep%2Fhttps%253A%252F%252Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%252Fpublic%252Fimages%252Fa577464f-a21b-4e05-93f4-a42db7f2f1f7_1280x720.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em><span>&#8220;And the Lord God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed&#8230; And a river went out of Eden to water the garden; and from thence it was parted, and became into four heads&#8230; and the gold of that land is good&#8230;&#8221;<br></span></em><span>&#8211;&#8211;&#8211; </span><em><span>Genesis 2:8-15 KJV</span></em></p></blockquote><p><span>God planted a garden to house and provide for man. This wasn&#8217;t just a beautiful paradise, it was a prophetic model of provision. Eden was God&#8217;s original economic system before the fall. It wasn&#8217;t built on lack. It wasn&#8217;t sustained by a single stream. </span><strong><span>It had four rivers. Four sources. Four flows of increase.</span></strong></p><p><span>When you&#8217;re just starting your entrepreneurial journey, it will require your time, your energy, your grit, and your faith. That first stream will be a labor of love, but once it starts flowing, it&#8217;s time to multiply. Scale. Expand. Delegate. Multiply. Why? Because </span><strong><span>one stream isn&#8217;t enough</span></strong><span>. Life shifts. Markets change. Streams dry up. But when you build with God&#8217;s pattern in mind, </span><strong><span>you move from survival into overflow</span></strong><span>.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><span>Let&#8217;s look closer at those four rivers in Genesis. Each one carries a prophetic meaning for your journey:</span></p><p><strong><span>Pison &#8211; Increase.</span></strong><span> God wants to release a river of increase into your life. The power to rise above limitation, break the back of lack, and walk in abundance.</span></p><p><strong><span>Gihon &#8211; Bursting Forth.</span></strong><span> There are sudden breakthroughs coming! Strategies, connections, and divine opportunities can emerge seemingly overnight when you&#8217;re walking with God.</span></p><p><strong><span>Hiddekel &#8211; Rapid.</span></strong><span> The pace is about to change. As you align with purpose, things will move quickly. What used to take years may happen in months. Stay ready.</span></p><p><strong><span>Euphrates &#8211; Fruitfulness.</span></strong><span> God is not calling you to labor with no harvest. He desires to make your work fruitful&#8230;spiritually and financially.</span></p><p><span>These four prophetic rivers point to a Kingdom principle: </span><strong><span>You were never meant to operate from one stream.</span></strong><span> Multiple income streams are not just a trend, they&#8217;re a biblical pattern. Let&#8217;s talk about how to apply this today.</span></p><p><span>Here are 10 modern-day streams of income to inspire you:</span></p><p><strong><span>1. eLearning &amp; Online Teaching<br></span></strong><span>This includes eCourses, live classes, webinars, and ebooks. If you know how to do something, teach it. Cooking, leadership, Bible study, prophetic ministry, parenting tips, whatever you&#8217;ve learned can help someone else grow. The eLearning industry is expected to surpass </span><strong><span>$400 billion globally</span></strong><span> by 2026. There is room for you.</span></p><p><strong><span>2. Affiliate Marketing<br></span></strong><span>You don&#8217;t have to own the product, just share it! Platforms like Amazon Affiliates, RewardStyle, and others allow you to earn commission from product links. Share what you already love and make passive income.</span></p><p><strong><span>3. Investments (Stocks, Crypto, Dividends)<br></span></strong><span>As you grow your income, invest wisely. Make your money work for you. With the right advisors and risk management, this becomes a long-term wealth builder.</span></p><p><strong><span>4. Podcasting &amp; Sponsored Content<br></span></strong><span>Start a podcast in your niche. Grow your audience. Then monetize it through brand sponsorships, product mentions, or memberships. You can also do this with social media companies will pay influencers (even micro-influencers) to feature products.</span></p><p><strong><span>5. Digital Products<br></span></strong><span>Create downloadable tools like ebooks, prayer journals, devotionals, templates, audio teachings, or checklists. These can be sold 24/7 from your website or a platform like Gumroad or Podia.</span></p><p><strong><span>6. Physical Products &amp; Merch<br></span></strong><span>This could be journals, mugs, t-shirts, candles, or curated boxes. If you host trainings, consider selling items that align with your message. Physical products are a classic and effective stream.</span></p><p><strong><span>7. Coaching (1-on-1 or Group)<br></span></strong><span>You can coach in life, leadership, ministry, business, mindset any area you&#8217;re strong in. You don&#8217;t need 100 clients, you just need the right few. Group coaching allows you to scale your time and serve more people.</span></p><p><strong><span>8. Membership Sites or Online Communities<br></span></strong><span>This model builds </span><strong><span>monthly recurring revenue</span></strong><span>. Create a space where people can learn, grow, and connect with you through exclusive training sessions, Q&amp;As, or community chats. Be consistent, and it will grow over time.</span></p><p><strong><span>9. Real Estate<br></span></strong><span>Biblically sound and time-tested. You can start small, rent your home, invest in an Airbnb, or buy to flip or lease. Real estate builds equity, raises your net worth, and creates generational impact.</span></p><p><strong><span>10. Platforms like Airbnb &amp; Turo<br></span></strong><span>Got an extra room or a car? Rent them. Many are turning their homes and vehicles into monthly cash flow. These peer-to-peer rental models are part of the growing sharing economy.</span></p><p><span>The goal isn&#8217;t to launch everything at once. </span><strong><span>Start small, start focused, and start now.</span></strong><span> Your garden begins with one seed, one stream. Then build with intention.</span></p><p><span>Here&#8217;s your key instruction:</span></p><p><strong><span>Pick ONE stream and commit to it for 90 days.<br></span></strong><span>Build it, study it, pray over it, and refine it. Once you see fruit, you&#8217;ll have the faith to add another. Don&#8217;t wait for perfect conditions&#8230;start now. Your Eden is waiting to be cultivated.</span></p><p><strong><span>You&#8217;re not just building a business&#8230; you&#8217;re unlocking your assignment! You are becoming a game changer in your family, industry, and the world around you.</span></strong></p><p><span>Build with God, multiply with wisdom, and prosper with purpose. Realize that there will be bumps, challenges, and discouraging moments. It is part of the journey! You are breaking lids and ceilings. You are stepping out of the norm and into the unknown! It will be worth it when you have more free time to do what you love.</span></p><p><span>Let&#8217;s go! Build it. Own it. Maximize it.</span></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Art of Building: Practical keys for your assignment]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Build Well, Define the Vision, and Walk Out the Assignment God Prepared in Advance]]></description><link>https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-art-of-building-practical-keys</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/p/the-art-of-building-practical-keys</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan LeStrange]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:42:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em>&#8220;For we are God&#8217;s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.&#8221; &#8212;Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)</em></p></blockquote><p>Let&#8217;s talk about <em>building</em>&#8230;building your business, your ministry, and your purpose! When God formed you, He designed a <strong>masterpiece</strong> with vision, destiny, and purpose baked in from the very beginning. He paid great attention to every detail of your personality and life. You were formed and fashioned with masterful intention.</p><p>The enemy loves to lie about your worth! He will tell you that you are &#8220;not the right person for the job,&#8221; &#8220;have the wrong personality,&#8221; &#8220;are too young, too old.&#8221; He makes all kinds of excuses but they are LIES! Ephesians 2:10 makes it clear: You are <strong>God&#8217;s handiwork</strong>&#8230; crafted intentionally for <strong>good works</strong> that He already prepared in advance. You were created to <em>build something of eternal</em> <em>importance.</em></p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>Your business is going to break bloodline curses and change your whole family! Your ministry is going to win souls and populate heaven. Maybe, you are building your family, that is the greatest work! Your spouse and kids are going to experience God&#8217;s love when you love them well! I remember meeting a worldwide Christian leader, and he said to me that he was determined to love his family well so that they would know how much God loves them! Whatever God has assigned you to do is critically important!</p><p>So let&#8217;s dive into <strong>5 key principles</strong> that will help you build well and build with God.</p><p><strong>Key #1: Quit Playing the Shame Game</strong></p><p>Shame is one of the enemy&#8217;s favorite weapons. He tries to drag your past into your present, making you feel disqualified from your future.</p><p>But here&#8217;s the truth: <strong>Every mistake you&#8217;ve made is under the blood of Jesus.</strong> When you repent, mercy flows like a river, and God&#8217;s grace is more than enough.</p><p>If you want to build, you have to make a decision: <em>I will no longer let shame stop me.<br></em>Let God&#8217;s Word renew your identity, and don&#8217;t let the enemy shame you into stagnation.</p><p><strong>Key #2: Define the Vision</strong></p><p>If you feel overwhelmed by what God has called you to do&#8230;<em>good!</em> That means it&#8217;s probably from Him.</p><p>God-sized visions are always bigger than our natural ability. That&#8217;s why we need <strong>the God factor</strong> to fulfill them.</p><p>So get clear on the vision:</p><ul><li><p><strong>WHAT</strong> has God called me to do?</p></li><li><p><strong>WHY</strong> does this matter to me and to heaven?</p></li><li><p><strong>HOW</strong> will I begin taking steps?</p></li></ul><p>Write it down. Post it somewhere visible. Your <strong>&#8220;why&#8221;</strong> is what wakes you up early and keeps you going late. Your <strong>&#8220;how&#8221;</strong> may start with baby steps but it creates real momentum. Remember: <strong>Your life is shaped by the small decisions you make daily.</strong></p><p><strong>Key #3: Put In the Sweat Equity</strong></p><p>Here&#8217;s a tough truth: Some people don&#8217;t want to <em>build</em> they want someone else to build it <em>for</em> them.</p><p>If God gave you a million-dollar business idea, <em>get up early and start building</em>.<br>If He showed you nations you&#8217;ll preach in, <em>start praying, studying and developing your spirit now!<br></em>If your family is your mission, <em>pray over them daily and educate yourself for the assignment</em>.</p><p>Vision demands <em>your time, your investment, and your effort</em>. Don&#8217;t expect someone else to fund or promote what you won&#8217;t even work on.</p><p><strong>Key #4: Master the Art of Timing and the Pivot</strong></p><p><strong>Ecclesiastes says, &#8220;To everything there is a time and a season.&#8221;</strong> That includes your building season.</p><p>Every visionary must master <strong>timing</strong> and also learn when to <strong>pivot</strong>.</p><ul><li><p>Don&#8217;t despise the season you&#8217;re in, it holds lessons and grace you&#8217;ll need later.</p></li><li><p>Discern the difference between a delay and a divine setup.</p></li><li><p>And when necessary, <strong>pivot</strong>. Society changes, technology shifts, and the Spirit leads in new ways. Don&#8217;t get so attached to a method that you miss your momentum.</p></li></ul><p>Stay flexible. Stay prophetic. Stay on course.</p><p><strong>Key #5: Find Who Knows What You Need to Know</strong></p><p>You don&#8217;t have to know everything but <strong>someone out there knows what you need to know.</strong></p><ul><li><p>Can&#8217;t afford a course? Start with free content: YouTube, blogs, podcasts.</p></li><li><p>When you&#8217;re ready, invest in courses, masterminds, or mentorships.</p></li><li><p>One conversation with the right mentor could unlock your next level.</p></li></ul><p>Mentorship is <strong>a Kingdom principle</strong>. Don&#8217;t underestimate the value of learning from someone who&#8217;s already walked the road you&#8217;re on.</p><p><strong>Final Thoughts: Builders Grow From the Inside Out</strong></p><p>Building something great whether it&#8217;s a ministry, business, family, or movement&#8230; requires more than ambition. It requires:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Healing on the inside</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Spiritual discipline</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Emotional maturity</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Mental clarity</strong></p></li></ul><p>You can&#8217;t build a stable external world while carrying an unstable internal one. Let God develop you while you develop what He&#8217;s given you.</p><p>And remember, <em>you won&#8217;t always get it right</em>. Some strategies won&#8217;t work. That&#8217;s okay. <strong>Cut what doesn&#8217;t work and double down on what does.</strong></p><p>But don&#8217;t quit.</p><p>Stay faithful to the process. Keep showing up. And watch God bless your building.</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://ryanlestrange.substack.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>