Thrive Live Lecture Notes

Invocation and Purpose

• Begin with invoking the presence of God.
• Emphasis on the need for divine intervention over mere teachings.
• The principle of partnership in prayer is highlighted; unity multiplies results.

Prayer Requests

• Prayers for various individuals are mentioned:
  • Chris: Physical healing.
  • Glenn Price: Financial breakthrough.
  • Sylvia Haynes: Freedom and deliverance.
  • Tyrus Harris: Mental health.
  • Chelsea Bayo: Discernment and clarity.
  • Melvin Brooks: Employment.

Importance of Unity

• Unity is emphasized as crucial for the body of Christ, supported by biblical references.
• Jesus prayed for unity, which is where God commands the blessing.

Announcements

• Upcoming Uncommon Calling Conference 2025.
• Important for gaining clarity in one's calling.
• Links provided for registration.

Teaching on Jezebel and Ahab

• Series: "The Spirit of Jezebel"
  • Current focus on Ahab and his traits.
• Main idea: Our advancement, evolution, and elevation are tied to our influences.
• Importance of discerning influences.

Traits of Ahab

• Injured: Emotional injury leads to less assertiveness.
• Unclear: Lack of vision and direction makes one vulnerable to manipulation.
• Insecure: Codependence and paranoia about opposition.
• Indecisive: Unwilling to make decisions; wavering in faith and leadership.
• Apathetic: Lack of moral outrage or concern, enabling destructive behavior.

Causes of Ahab Traits

• Trouble: Circumstances that break us.
• Trauma: Unresolved emotional wounds that weaken confidence.
• Toxicity: Environments that normalize dysfunction.

Overcoming Ahab Traits

• Awareness of being in a season of injury or lack of clarity helps prevent manipulation.
• Emphasis on reforming and healing from past injuries.

Closing Thoughts

• Prayer for reforming individuals from Ahab traits.
• Encouragement to pursue clarity in one's calling.

Miscellaneous

• Mention of a singles conference dealing with predatory practices in Christian dating.
• The importance of clarity and avoiding manipulation is reiterated throughout the session.

Final Prayer

• Prayer for reformation and transformation.
• Encouragement to trust in the process of healing and growth.