Elevation with Steven Furtick
Episode: The Weapons Are In The House (Pastor Robert Madu)
Release Date: June 22, 2025
Introduction
In this episode of Elevation with Steven Furtick, listeners are greeted not by Pastor Steven himself but by Pastor Robert Madu, a beloved member of the Elevation Church family from Dallas, Texas. Robert opens with heartfelt gratitude for the church's leadership and community, setting a warm and inviting tone for the sermon to follow.
Notable Quote:
"This house has blessed me and my family and our church immensely."
— Robert Madu [00:55]
Main Sermon: The Weapons Are In The House
1. Biblical Foundation: Judges Chapter 4
Pastor Robert dives deep into Judges Chapter 4, focusing on the story of Deborah and Jael. He outlines the historical context where the Israelites, having strayed from God's path, find themselves oppressed by King Jabin and his formidable commander, Sisera.
Notable Quote:
"Once they cried out to God, then God would raise up a deliverer, and then they would go right back into the same cycle."
— Robert Madu [05:50]
2. God's Sovereignty in Choosing His Instruments
A central theme of the sermon is God's sovereign choice in selecting whom He uses to fulfill His purposes. Robert emphasizes that God does not limit Himself by human criteria such as status, gender, or background.
Notable Quote:
"You don't get to choose who God will use because God will use whoever He wants."
— Robert Madu [12:04]
He humorously references pop culture to illustrate God's prerogative, highlighting that God can utilize anyone—from leaders with massive followings to ordinary individuals like Jael.
3. The Story of Jael: An Unexpected Hero
Jael, a Kenite woman, emerges as a pivotal figure in the battle against Sisera. Robert paints a vivid picture of her strategic and courageous act of killing Sisera with a tent peg, symbolizing the hidden strengths and resources within the "house"—the community and individuals—that God equips for victory.
Notable Quote:
"The weapons are already in the house. God wants to use you to do things that I can't even imagine."
— Robert Madu [45:56]
Robert draws parallels between Jael's actions and the personal battles believers face, encouraging them to recognize and utilize the resources God has placed within their own lives and communities.
4. Trusting in God's Unconventional Strategies
Highlighting God's unconventional military strategies, Robert reassures listeners that what may seem illogical or impossible from a human perspective is part of God's divine plan. He underscores that God's power transcends human understanding, ensuring victory even in the most daunting circumstances.
Notable Quote:
"When you get the victory, He's the only one that can get the credit. It was not by might, it was by His spirit that I won."
— Robert Madu [32:43]
5. Call to Personal Surrender and Faith
The sermon crescendos with a powerful call to personal surrender, urging listeners to trust in Jesus and recognize their role as vessels in God's grand design. Robert leads a heartfelt prayer, inviting those who haven't yet committed their lives to Christ to do so, reinforcing the message that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness.
Notable Quote:
"You don't have to get your record together and get your record clean, because it's not about what you do. It is about what has already been done through Jesus."
— Robert Madu [44:58]
Conclusion and Prayer
Robert concludes the sermon with a collective prayer, urging the congregation to bow their heads, close their eyes, and commit their lives to Jesus, reiterating that God is ready to use each individual for His purposes.
Notable Quote:
"Heads bowed. Eyes are closed. If you've never surrendered your life to Jesus, I would love to give you that opportunity today."
— Robert Madu [45:56]
Final Encouragement
Before signing off, Robert leaves listeners with an empowering message: "Give God some praise if you know the weapons are in the house." He reminds everyone that God has already positioned the necessary tools for victory within their lives and communities.
Notable Quote:
"The weapons are already in the house. God wants to use you to do things that I can't even imagine."
— Robert Madu [45:56]
Takeaway
This episode of Elevation with Steven Furtick, led by Pastor Robert Madu, serves as a powerful reminder that God's strategies often defy human logic, and He equips His people with the necessary tools to overcome any challenge. By delving into the story of Deborah and Jael, Robert inspires listeners to trust in God's sovereignty, recognize the resources within their reach, and embrace their unique roles in His divine plan.
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