Periscope to Heaven: Opening Your Spiritual Vision in a Noisy World

 Raising Your Spiritual Periscope

Are you feeling weighed down by the noise and distractions of the world, struggling to keep your spiritual focus clear? Many believers quietly wrestle with a sense of spiritual suffocation—like being submerged, unable to truly see what God is doing in their lives. I get it, because I've been there. On today's Coffee with Conrad, I'm going to share how "raising your periscope"—developing a living, spiritual connection with Jesus—can break through the fog, transform your heart, and shift your entire perspective on what it means to follow Christ in the supernatural, prophetic way He intended. If you've ever longed for more than religion—if you sense a holy dissatisfaction and desire fresh vision—read on. This post is for you!

What Does a Periscope Have to Do with the Lord?

Ever wondered why you sometimes feel like a spiritual outsider, submerged beneath the surface, looking for a breath of fresh air? The answer is surprisingly simple and deeply biblical. Let me take you through the vision God gave me—using a periscope as a powerful metaphor for supernatural living in Christ.

The Periscope and the Submarine Life

Think about it: a periscope is that essential tool on a submarine, allowing the crew to look above the water, to see what’s happening in a world that would otherwise be hidden. Without that periscope, they'd be blind—trapped under the waves, unable to see the heavens.

Now apply that spiritually. Jesus said, “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3). Without spiritual rebirth—without that heavenly periscope—we can’t get a glimpse of the things above. The world we’re plunged into is full of dangers, temptations, and distractions, and if we stay underwater too long—cut off from heavenly vision—it’ll destroy us spiritually.

Ambassadors Undercover: Living in Two Worlds

We’re ambassadors for Christ, called to be in the world but not of it. Like submariners, we operate in a hostile environment with its own pressures. Jesus sets the example—He left the glory of heaven, as the "Holy Diver," to enter our fallen world. Picture it: Jesus, fully God, shedding all His privileges to come live among us—swapping the light of glory for the cramped confines of humanity. Why? To save us and show us how to live connected to the Father, even in a spiritual submarine.

Contamination and Transformation: The Struggle for a Pure Heart

The enemy works overtime to pollute our hearts. It starts subtly, just as Jesus warned—it's not just outward acts, but inward desires. When we entertain temptation, when we gaze too long at worldliness, we risk spiritual adultery. Jesus said:

“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.” (Matthew 5:28).

Here’s what I’ve come to realize: True transformation requires more than chopping up isolated Bible verses. Each scripture is a piece of a larger story—God’s purpose for changing our hearts. We must allow the Word to wash us (Ezekiel 36:26-27, John 15:3), to cleanse, to renew, and to install a wholly new spirit within us.

Personal Reflections: The Pressures of the Submarine

Lately, I’ve been feeling both a longing for holiness and a loathing for worldly things. Maybe you can relate. It’s like there’s this constant spiritual warfare raging, with distractions popping up everywhere—phone calls, notifications, pressure to keep busy, all crowding out quiet time with God. It’s so easy to default to a Martha mindset—always working, always distracted, missing the "better part" that Mary chose (Luke 10:41-42).

Sometimes being in this world feels like being trapped on a submarine. The air gets stale, the space feels confining, and you long to breathe heavenly air again. Sure, we use carbon filters—spiritual disciplines—to keep the air clean. But nothing substitutes for that direct connection: raising your spiritual snorkel or periscope to heaven for a fresh infusion of God’s presence.

I’ve seen visions of prophetic people walking around with a snorkel stretching all the way to heaven—a conduit connecting them to the supernatural. God calls us to maintain that lifeline. We’re not our bodies; we’re spirits having a temporary earthly experience, called to live from heaven to earth, not the other way around.

Biblical Teachings: Submission, Resistance, and Drawing Near to God

Submitting to the Mission

James writes,

“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.” (James 4:7-8)

To "submit" literally means to "come under the mission"—like a submarine submerging under a higher purpose. Submission isn’t passive—it’s powerful obedience. As we yield to God’s Word, meditate on it day and night, we gain supernatural strength to resist temptation and send the enemy packing.

Drawing near to God is not just reading words on a page—it's an encounter. Jesus, the Word made flesh (John 1:1-14), calls us to abide in Him. When we do, He gives us that spiritual oxygen we need. The more we seek Him—on our knees, in worship, in the Word—the more we break free from the claustrophobic pressure of worldliness.

The Warfare of the Heart

The struggle is real. The spiritual and fleshly natures are constantly at odds:

“For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other...” (Galatians 5:17).

But God gives grace to the humble. Every time we humble ourselves, resist pride, and seek Him, we receive supernatural help. Submitting, resisting, and drawing near—these are spiritual disciplines that open the periscope, so to speak, letting us breathe and see heaven’s reality.

Clearing the Vision: From Theology to "Do-Ology"

Many of us have spent years acquiring head knowledge about God, but intellectual assent isn’t enough—it has to drop from the head to the heart. Jesus doesn’t want lip service or theology alone—He wants obedience. As He said:

“This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me.” (Mark 7:6)

The difference is like talking about breathing vs. actually drawing breath. It’s the difference between knowing about the periscope and actually using it to see heaven. When we allow God’s Word to animate us, like He did with Adam and Moses, we move from dry head knowledge to a vibrant, Spirit-breathed walk.

True prophetic living is less about theological debate and more about learning to hear and obey God’s voice in daily life—letting the kingdom break through wherever you are submerged.

Why This Matters Now: Living Prophetically and Supernaturally in a Noisy Age

We live in a generation awash in digital distraction—constant noise, opinions, temptations. If we don’t stay spiritually alert, the world’s atmosphere will dull our senses and we’ll lose sight of what the Lord is doing.

Over time, you might even develop a holy loathing for this world—a deep dissatisfaction that isn’t about piety for its own sake, but about yearning for your true home. Paul put it this way:

“For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 3:20)

When the "air gets stale," when you sense spiritual warfare heightening, when God seems distant, that’s not the time to give in or numb yourself—it’s your sign to extend your spiritual periscope, reconnect, and refill on heavenly vision.

Conclusion and Call to Action

Friend, if you’re reading this and something inside is stirring—a holy hunger, a desire for more—know that this is your invitation to press in! Don’t settle for surviving underwater. Jesus called you to a supernatural, prophetic life. He gives you the periscope, the snorkel, the lifeline to heaven. Use it daily.

Ask yourself honestly: Do you truly long for heaven, or are you still at home in this world? The more we cultivate our heavenly citizenship, the less satisfied we’ll be with the world’s offerings. Start today: raise your periscope, seek His face, and let God transform your perspective, your heart, and your atmosphere.

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Action Items

• Set aside 15 minutes daily to pray and ask God for fresh spiritual vision—raise your periscope and seek His perspective.
• Review your media intake this week: replace one source of worldly content with worship, Scripture, or teaching that draws you closer to Jesus.
• Journal any spiritual insights you receive during prayer or Bible study—notice how God speaks when you intentionally listen.
• Memorize and meditate on a key scripture about spiritual vision, such as John 3:3 or James 4:7-8, declaring it out loud during your quiet time.
• Encourage a fellow believer to join you in spiritual disciplines—pray together, discuss what God is showing you, and hold each other accountable.