Overcoming Resistance in Your Spiritual Journey

 

Spiritual life is often compared to a journey—a path of growth, transformation, and encountering God more deeply. Apostle Arome Osayi’s message, “Overcoming Resistance in Your Spiritual Journey,” offers insight into the obstacles we face and most importantly, how to press through them. Below, we explore his teaching and what we can do to live it out.

🎯 Key Insights from the Message

  1. Resistance is inevitable
    Apostle Osayi emphasizes that resistance is not a sign that you’re off the path—it’s part of being on the path. Whether from internal struggles (doubt, fear, distraction) or external opposition (people, societal pressure, spiritual forces), resistance shows that change is happening.

  2. Recognizing the forms of resistance
    The message helps us identify what resistance looks like:

    • Spiritual dryness or boredom

    • Unanswered prayers or delayed breakthroughs

    • Temptations that pull you back to old habits

    • Criticism or discouragement from others

    • Clouds of unbelief, fear, or confusion

  3. The role of faith and perseverance
    Osayi underscores that faith isn’t just believing when all is well—it’s holding on when it feels like nothing is happening. Perseverance is essential. Spiritual growth doesn’t always come in leaps; many times it comes in small, almost imperceptible steps. Staying steady is key.

  4. Spiritual disciplines as weapons against resistance
    Some of the tools Apostle Osayi highlights for overcoming resistance include:

    • Prayer: Deep, persistent communication with God

    • Word of God: Feeding on scripture, holding God’s promises

    • Worship and praise: Lifting up God even when feelings lag

    • Fellowship: Encouragement from others walking a similar path

    • Repentance and alignment: Where resistance comes from misalignment, returning to God’s ways helps

  5. Expect growth from resistance
    Resistance, hard as it is, often shapes our character. It exposes weak spots, strengthens faith, builds endurance. Apostle Osayi encourages believers to see resistance as a refining fire, not a punishment.

💡 Practical Applications

So how do you apply these truths day to day? Here are some suggestions based on the message:

  • Set intentional times for spiritual practice
    Don’t just wait for moments of inspiration. Schedule prayer, reading Scripture, and worship—consistency matters.

  • Track patterns of resistance
    Keep a spiritual journal: note when you feel resistance, what provoked it, how you responded. Over time, you’ll see patterns, maybe even triggers, which you can address.

  • Lean into supportive Christian community
    Find others who will encourage you, pray with you, hold you accountable. Share your struggles, because often resistance loses power when exposed.

  • Speak promises over your life
    Use Scripture to counter doubts. When negative thoughts or fear rises, remind yourself of what God has said—His promises become a shield.

  • Do not quit too soon
    Many give up just before a breakthrough. Apostle Osayi’s message reminds us that God’s timing may differ from ours—but perseverance opens the door.

✍ Reflection Questions

To help internalize the message, consider these:

  • What forms of resistance are most common for me right now?

  • In what areas of my spiritual life have I been tempted to give up or slow down?

  • What spiritual disciplines have I neglected, and how can I pick them back up?

  • Who can I confide in, pray with, or be encouraged by in my journey?

  • What promise or verse from Scripture can I cling to when I feel discouraged?

🌱 Conclusion

Apostle Arome Osayi’s message, “Overcoming Resistance in Your Spiritual Journey,” is a powerful reminder that resistance doesn’t mean failure—it often means growth is happening behind the scenes. By recognizing resistance, engaging disciplines, and holding on with faith, we don’t just survive the spiritual journey—we thrive.

May you be encouraged today: whatever resistance you face, God has already equipped you to emerge stronger, more steadfast, and more intimately connected to Him.

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