From Pain to Platform: A Spiritual, Prophetic, Supernatural Move of Jesus in Daleville

Testimony Interview with Phil and Tina Ferger

Introduction

Recently on Coffee with Conrad, I sat down with Phil and Tina Fer—a married couple in Daleville, Alabama—whose testimony carries a prophetic edge and a supernatural invitation. Their story is raw, real, and rooted in Jesus. What the enemy meant for destruction over four decades, the Lord flipped into a living platform of freedom, healing, and deliverance through a simple tent outreach held twice a month in Daleville, Alabama.

This isn’t theory. This is the gospel on the ground—outside the walls, under a canopy, with peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, prayer, worship, and the power of Jesus confronting the gates of hell. It’s spiritual. It’s prophetic. It’s supernatural. And it’s working.

How Jesus Turned Pain into a Platform

The Marriage—41 Years of Torment, One Encounter of Freedom

Phil and Tina have been married 42 years. For 41 of those years, the enemy ran roughshod through their home. Their words, not mine:

“For 41 years we were two broken people carrying pain from childhood... Without Jesus at the center, the enemy ran wild with our lives.”

On December 31, 2024, Tina made a simple, spiritual decision. She made an altar in front of her TV and surrendered everything—pain, control, and the impulse to fix her husband. That same month, at the River of Ozark Church, Phil had a radical encounter with God. He was slain in the Spirit twice, and in that moment Jesus delivered him from pornography, anger, addiction, shame—even the medicine he had been warned to depend on. Forty-one years of torment were broken by one supernatural encounter with the living God. As Scripture says, “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed” (John 8:36, KJV).

Listening to the Holy Spirit—Obedience That Defies Fear

The spiritual backbone of their story is simple obedience to Jesus. Phil describes the Lord leading him with a clarity that shifted his whole life:

“Trust in me, and I’ll make you free.”

Tina, driving one day, heard in her spirit, “Reverse the curse.” She prayed specifically over Phil’s medicine two weeks before he told her he had stopped everything cold turkey. I’m not giving medical advice—this is their testimony of hearing Jesus and following His voice. Their lives now model the prophetic lifestyle that is both spiritual and practical: hear God, obey God, and let the fruit speak for itself.

Why a Tent? Because Jesus Goes Where the Fish Are

Before Alabama, Phil and Tina had often served quietly—Thanksgiving dinners at missions, prayer in their shop, food and encouragement whenever they could. When they moved to Daleville, the Lord nudged them to start an outreach right where they live. They started with a 10x10 pop-up tent, a tailgate, peanut butter and jelly, chips, and water. That’s it. Rain or shine, they showed up.

“Everything we have now in this ministry is donated... the generator, tables, chairs, clothes—people just pull up and give.”

I’ve been there. I’ve watched the Holy Spirit draw people like a beacon. Some come for a sandwich and stay for prayer. Some come because “something” told them to turn around. We know who that “something” is. As Psalm 22:3 (KJV) says, “But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.” When worship rises, the presence of God draws the hungry and confronts the darkness.

Miracles at the Tent—Deliverance, Salvation, and New Life

We’ve seen powerful moments under that canvas. Consider Curtis, known around town for being a bully. He came under the tent for food, and the power of God met him.

“He buckled. He went to his knees. He left without eating because he couldn’t believe what the Lord did.”

He’s not the bully anymore. People say it all over town. Another time, a woman walked up barefoot, fleeing abuse. She had refused prayer several times before, but that day, under the tent, the Holy Spirit confronted her oppression. She manifested. We didn’t leave her there. In about ten minutes, the demon was cast out, she received Jesus, and said, “They’re gone.” That’s not a program. That’s Jesus keeping His word: “And these signs shall follow them that believe… they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover” (Mark 16:17–18, KJV).

There are countless stories: someone comes for lunch, leaves with salvation; another gets prayer and finds a job; a person in crisis receives peace; a man recognizes the call of God stirring inside him and the light turns on. These encounters are prophetic—targeted, Spirit-led words and prayers that bring people out of darkness and into the kingdom of Jesus.

Provision Follows Obedience—Don’t Put the Physical Cart Before the Spiritual Horse

People often ask how to fund an outreach. Here’s the spiritual key: obey first, and God provides. I’ve watched people drive up and donate money, food, clothes—even a generator. If you wait for every logistical duck to be in a row, you’ll never go. But if you go, you’ll see God show up. As Jesus said, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” (Matthew 6:33, KJV).

“If God says go do it… go do it and see how God shows up.”

Personal Reflections: What I’m Learning on the Streets

I’ve done street ministry long enough to know it’ll transform you before it transforms your city. The first battle is internal—overcoming fear, comfort, and the impulse to wait. But when you cross that threshold, the prophetic and supernatural life Jesus promised comes into view. You begin to see what Paul meant when he said, “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities… against spiritual wickedness in high places” (Ephesians 6:12, KJV). The person in front of you isn’t the enemy. The agenda behind the pain is.

I call it “catching the prophetic football.” You share a word of knowledge or a verse, and their eyes light up. The truth lands. The Holy Spirit connects the dots. That’s why I often reference Amos 9:11—the tabernacle of David—because there’s something about the tent, worship, and presence that opens people to the voice of God. Under that covering, with worship music flowing, Jesus does what He always does: He heals the brokenhearted, preaches deliverance to captives, and sets people free.

Honestly, the biggest tragedy isn’t that darkness is bold; it’s that believers hesitate. Romans 10 describes a world in which preachers should be on every corner. Phil and Tina are senior citizens (Phil is 71) and still hauling poles, tarps, tables, and coolers in the heat. If they can do that with joy, what excuse do the rest of us have?

Biblical Foundations: Why This Is Spiritual, Prophetic, and Supernatural

• Jesus promises an offensive church: “Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18, KJV). Gates don’t attack—saints do. We go to the gates.
• The Great Commission requires going: Jesus never said “wait for them to come”; He said “go.” In practical, prophetic terms, that means taking the church to the streets.
• Deliverance and healing are normal Christianity: “And these signs shall follow them that believe… they shall cast out devils… they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover” (Mark 16:17–18, KJV).
• Testimony is a weapon: “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony” (Revelation 12:11, KJV). The Fergers’ story disarms shame and sparks faith.
• The enemy’s strategy is consistent: “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy” (John 10:10, KJV). He thrives in secrecy; testimony exposes and defeats him.
• Worship invites the King: “But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel” (Psalm 22:3, KJV). Where Jesus is enthroned, devils manifest and flee.
• Don’t conform—be transformed: “Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2, KJV). This mindset shift—from spectator to sent one—is a spiritual, prophetic renewal.
• Freedom is in abiding: “If ye continue in my word… ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:31–32, KJV). The tent is a place where the Word is heard, believed, and obeyed.

For convenient study, here are KJV links to a few of the verses mentioned: John 8:36, Mark 16:17–18, Revelation 12:11, John 10:10, Psalm 22:3, Romans 12:1–2, Ephesians 6:12.

Field Notes: Practical Steps to Start Your Own Tent (or Pop-Up) Outreach

The spiritual principles are prophetic and supernatural, but the logistics are refreshingly simple. Here’s how Phil and Tina started—and how you can too:

1. Start small; start now. A 10x10 pop-up tent, a folding table, coolers, PB&J, chips, water. Don’t wait for perfect conditions.
2. Pray and worship first. Invite the Holy Spirit intentionally. Play worship music. Expect Jesus to move. “He inhabits the praises of His people” (Psalm 22:3, KJV).
3. Offer practical love. Food, clothing, toiletries—whatever you have. Ask what’s needed. If you can do it, do it.
4. Share the gospel clearly. Phil and Tina use a simple prayer card to lead people to Jesus. You can prepare a clear salvation script and carry copies. Keep bibles handy.
5. Pray with people, not just for them. Ask permission. Lay hands when appropriate. Expect healing and deliverance in Jesus’ name.
6. Expect manifestations—and be ready. Don’t be surprised when demons manifest. Stay calm, submit to Jesus, command them to go (Mark 16:17–18). Keep safety and dignity central.
7. Follow up and disciple. Get first names and contact info (with permission). Point them to a solid, Spirit-filled local fellowship. Share Scripture, pray during the week, and celebrate wins.
8. Trust God for provision. Testimonies draw generosity. People will give when they see fruit. Keep humble records. Be transparent. Give thanks publicly.
9. Consider permissions and partnerships. Check with local authorities for park/pavilion use. Build relationships with city leaders. Honor the community you serve.
10. Guard unity at home. The enemy will try to sow strife. Keep short accounts, pray together, share the load. Remember: “We overcome by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of our testimony” (Revelation 12:11, KJV).

If you feel that tug in your spirit, that’s your invitation. Don’t put the physical cart before the spiritual horse. Obey first, and watch the kingdom provision follow.

Why This Matters Now

We live in a noisy era—filled with digital, cultural, and spiritual distractions. People are desperate for authentic experiences, not staged performances, and they're finding that in a real relationship with Jesus. The true prophetic voice of the church isn't found in isolated groups but in active service on the front lines, where people are hurting, hungry, and in need of freedom. By reaching out to one community at a time, we demonstrate that the gospel still holds the power to save.

Phil and Tina’s story dismantles excuses. They are living proof that a spiritual, prophetic, supernatural life is available to “whosoever will.” If Jesus can redeem 41 years of torment and turn that pain into a platform for revival in Daleville, He can take your testimony and do the same in your city.

Conclusion and Call to Action

Friend, I want to invite you to take a step today. If your heart is burning, don’t ignore it. Ask Jesus how He wants you to serve your city. Pray for boldness and start where you are. If you’re in the Daleville area and want to help Phil and Tina, reach out to me and I’ll get you connected.

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Until we meet again—dig deeper, go higher, and take Jesus to the streets. The gates of hell won’t prevail.

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Scripture quotations are from the King James Version (KJV). For quick reference: John 8:36, Mark 16:17–18, Revelation 12:11, John 10:10, Psalm 22:3, Romans 12:1–2, Ephesians 6:12.

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Imagine sitting in a local Chinese restaurant, the steam from a hot plate of food rising to meet your face, but you can’t even taste it. You aren’t there for the food. You’re there because it has been raining for four solid days in Alabama—that heavy, relentless Southern rain that soaks through your clothes and settles into your very bones. Your feet are pulsing with the fire of "jungle rot," covered in blisters from miles of walking in sodden shoes. You have a fever of 103 degrees, and the only thing keeping you upright is a pitcher of beer and the desperate hope that someone will finally call the police on you.

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We often talk about the "homeless problem" as a statistic or a political talking point, but for the person in the tent, it is an agonizing spiritual and physical battle. It’s the agitation of losing your children, your dignity, and your very will to live. It is the feeling of being "pushed out" by the world, unwanted and unseen. But I’m here to tell you today that there is a solution that doesn't come from a government program or a temporary shelter.

In this post, we’re going to dive deep into John’s testimony—a story of how Jesus Christ can take a man from a tent in the woods and turn him into a radical, on-fire minister for the Gospel. We’re going to look at the supernatural way God delivers us from addiction and how your greatest tragedy can become your primary ministry. As I often say in my book, OPEN YOUR EYES: MY SUPERNATURAL JOURNEY, the spiritual realm is more real than the world we see, and John’s story is proof of that.

When I sat down to talk with John on Skype for the podcast, I was struck by the raw honesty of his journey. He didn't start out on the streets. He began as what many call a "functioning alcoholic." We’ve all seen it—the person who holds down a job but spends their evenings drowning their soul in a bottle. But eventually, the functioning stops and the consumption begins. The addiction grew until it followed him right into the heart of downtown Mobile.

John shared a scene with me that perfectly illustrates the desperation of the "pit." He was in that Chinese restaurant I mentioned earlier. He had ordered his beer, knowing full well he didn't have a cent to his name. When the bill came, he looked the waitress in the eye and simply said, "Ma'am, I'm not going to pay." He wanted the police to come. He was seeking the "mercy" of a jail cell.

When the three-strike sergeant arrived, a man with fifteen years of grit on the force, he was puzzled. He asked John why. Why do this? John told him the truth: "My feet hurt from being wet for three days. I have blisters all over. I just want a warm bed and a dry place." In a rare moment of providential mercy, the sergeant didn't arrest him. He saw the brokenness and dropped John back at his camp. But even that mercy didn't solve the root problem. The root wasn't a lack of a bed; it was a spiritual stronghold.

The "wandering abroad" laws in Mobile were used to push the homeless out of sight, especially during city functions. Business owners didn't want the "eyesore" of the broken. So John was pushed out to Tillmans Corner. His addiction shifted from beer to anything that was free. If a drug came through the camp, he did it. He was living in a state of total spiritual darkness. When we are in that state, we become susceptible to every demonic influence that seeks to keep us bound.

The ritual of his life became shoplifting at Walmart. He would load a basket with $600 worth of beer and supplies and just walk out. He had no fear of the consequences because he had nothing left to lose. But God was setting a trap of grace for him. Eventually, he was caught and given a choice: six months in jail or three months in a Christian rehab.

John chose the rehab, but he didn't know Jesus. He knew the name, but he didn't know the Person. In fact, he was so bound by his old nature that in his very last week of rehab, he got kicked out for stealing a dip of snuff. Imagine that—inches from the finish line, and the enemy trips him up over a tiny tin of tobacco. He was dropped off at a Walmart and went right back to the woods. He got drunker than ever because he knew the six-month jail sentence was coming.

It was during that six-month stint in the Mobile County Metro Jail that the "seed" began to sprout. He started doing things that weren't "him." He was writing letters to judges for other inmates and helping people get into better housing units within the jail. He didn't realize it then, but the Holy Spirit was already moving through him.

I will give you a new heart also, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. (Ezekiel 36:26 KJV).

When he finally got out, the weight of his losses hit him. He had lost his children to DHR. His family told him he couldn't stay with them anymore. He was back in the woods behind Walmart with sixty dollars in his pocket and a week's worth of booze.

This leads us to the second concrete scene that changed everything. It was a humid Alabama evening. John came out of his tent, the smell of damp earth and pine needles filling the air, and he simply hit the dirt. He fell to his knees in those woods and made a deal with the Creator of the Universe. He admitted he was an alcoholic. He cried out, "Lord, if you will make me whole again, if you will take this alcoholism from me, I will be your disciple forever. I just want my girls back."

When he stood up, he wasn't the same man. The desire for alcohol was gone. Not suppressed, not managed—gone. He called a friend who ran a rehab in Lucedale, Mississippi, and said, "I'm done. I'm trying Christ." Two days later, he walked out of those woods and has never looked back.

Personal Reflections

Looking at John’s life, I’m reminded of how often we try to "clean ourselves up" before we come to God. John tried rehab and failed. He tried to "function" and failed. It wasn't until he was on his knees in the dirt, admitting total defeat, that the supernatural power of God could take over.

In my own walk, I’ve seen how Jesus often lets us reach the end of our own strength so that His strength can be made perfect in our weakness. We see this pattern throughout the Bible and throughout the testimonies on ConradRocks.net. Whether it’s deliverance from night terrors or deliverance from a bottle, the key is always total surrender.

John’s story also challenges me regarding how we view the "marginalized." It’s easy to look at a homeless camp and see a "problem" to be solved by the police. But when John looks at those camps, he sees his former neighbors. He sees people who need socks, flashlights, and—most importantly—the Hope that only Jesus provides. He went from being a "vessel of wrath" to a "vessel of mercy."

I’ve had many conversations about the prophetic nature of our lives, and John is living out a prophetic turnaround. He is now the one going into the woods, under the bridges, and into the flea markets to preach. He didn't just get saved; he got commissioned.

Biblical References

The Word of God is clear about the pit and the deliverance that follows. John’s testimony is a modern-day echo of the Psalms.

He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. (Psalm 40:2 KJV).

John was literally in the miry clay of Alabama, and God set his feet on the Rock of Ages. We also see the principle of how we treat the "least of these" in John’s new ministry. He is now working with others to create a central resource center in Tillmans Corner—a place for showers, meals, and veterans' services, but centered on the Gospel.

For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. (Matthew 25:35-36 KJV).

John’s life is a reminder that we aren't just called to pray for people; we are called to minister to their physical needs as an entry point for their spiritual needs. Alcoholism is a cruel taskmaster, much like the wine mentioned in Proverbs:

At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder. (Proverbs 23:32 KJV).

But the sting of the serpent is no match for the Lion of the Tribe of Judah. John was delivered because he stopped fighting and started submitting.

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (James 4:7 KJV).

Key Takeaways

• Total Surrender is the Key: Transformation didn't happen until John admitted he couldn't do it on his own.
• Your Pit is Your Platform: The very community where John was once a "nuisance" is now his mission field.
• God is a Restorer: Not only was John delivered from alcohol, but God began the process of restoring his relationship with his children.
• Physical and Spiritual Needs are Linked: Effective ministry involves meeting people where they are, whether that’s under a bridge or in a jail cell.
• The Power of the Seed: The time John spent in jail and the failed rehab weren't wasted; they were the "planting" phase for the eventual harvest.

Conclusion and Call to Action

John Roush’s testimony is a powerful reminder that no one is too far gone for the reach of Jesus Christ. From the streets of Mobile to the woods of Tillmans Corner, God was pursuing a man who had lost everything. Today, John stands as a witness to the supernatural, delivering power of the Holy Spirit.

If you are struggling with addiction, or if you feel like you are in a pit that you can’t climb out of, I want to encourage you to follow John’s example. Stop running. Fall on your knees and cry out to the Lord. He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

If you enjoyed this testimony, please check out more stories of God's power on my blog at ConradRocks.net. You can also find more about the spiritual battles we face in my books, OPEN YOUR EYES and Overcoming Night Terror.

Please share this post with someone who needs hope today. Whether they are in a high-rise office or a tent in the woods, the message remains the same: Jesus saves, Jesus delivers, and Jesus restores.

God bless you as you dig deeper and go higher!

Action Items

• Identify Your "Pit": Honestly assess what is holding you back or keeping you "bound" today.
• Practice Total Surrender: Spend time in prayer today, not just asking for things, but submitting your entire will to God.
• Look for the "Neighbors": Find one way this week to help someone in your community who is overlooked or marginalized.
• Support Local Outreach: Look into ministries like John’s "God’s Messenger Ministry" or local soup kitchens and see how you can contribute.
• Scripture Memory: Memorize Psalm 40:2 and remind yourself that God is the one who establishes your goings.

Find John on Facebook here:  http://bit.ly/JohnRoush

Sue's Home - Diane Easley Interview

Turning Houses into Homes: Healing the Spiritual Roots of Homelessness

The humid air of the Mississippi Gulf Coast has a way of slowing you down, forcing you to notice the things—and the people—you might normally rush past. I was sitting there with a cup of coffee, looking out at the live oaks draped in Spanish moss, when I realized how often we overlook the "invisible" among us. We talk a lot about the supernatural and the prophetic over at ConradRocks.net, but sometimes the most prophetic thing you can do is see someone that the rest of the world has decided to ignore.

I’ve spent a lot of time walking the streets, sharing the Gospel, and meeting folks where they are. Usually, when we think of the homeless, we think of the men under the piers or the folks panhandling near the Walmart. But there’s a whole other world of hurting people—women and children—who aren’t sitting on the sidewalk. They are couch-surfing, sleeping in cramped cars, or running from shadows that most of us can’t even imagine. They are the ones who have been "beaten down" by life until their very identity is a bruised and broken thing.

The pain point here isn't just a lack of a roof; it's a lack of hope. It’s the cycle of "band-aid" solutions that provide a meal for a day but leave the soul starving for a lifetime. We see people trapped in cycles of addiction, the aftermath of the foster care system, and the crushing weight of the "working poor" reality where one missed shift means an eviction notice. It’s a spiritual battle as much as it is a financial one.

But there is a solution that goes deeper than a temporary shelter. I recently had the privilege of connecting with Diane Easley, the director of Sue’s Home in Ocean Springs. What they are doing isn't just housing; it’s a radical, faith-based transformation. They are digging into the spiritual roots of why these women are where they are, and they are helping them rebuild their lives from the foundation up. It’s about more than just a bed; it’s about becoming a new creature in Christ.

I remember the first time I heard about Sue’s Home. It felt like one of those moments of divine providence that I love so much. A friend mentioned Diane’s work, and it clicked. We often get donations of clothes for women and children, but in our direct street ministry, we mostly encounter men. God had a plan to bridge that gap. When I finally spoke with Diane, I could hear the fire in her voice—a burning desire to provide safety, security, and a long-term path to wholeness.

From Derelict to Divine

Diane told me a story that perfectly mirrors the work God does in our lives. When they first found the property for Sue’s Home, it was a derelict, abandoned mess. It was the kind of place people walk past and shake their heads at, thinking it was beyond saving. But the Christian community stepped up. For ten months, volunteers labored, using donated materials to turn that "derelict property" into a beautiful facility.

When a woman walks through those doors today, she sees beauty. But Diane is always honest with them. She tells them, "This is the honeymoon part." Eventually, they are going to "hit the wall." That’s when the real work begins. It’s easy to feel good when you have a clean bed and a hot meal, but the real transformation happens when you start digging into the "poor choices," the "dysfunctional homes," and the deep-seated pain that led to the homelessness in the first place.

We have to see past the physical symptoms to the spiritual reality. You can’t just paint over the rot; you have to replace the wood. Sue’s Home requires a six-to-nine-month commitment because they refuse to put a "band-aid on a problem." They are looking for the root causes.

Breaking the Cycle of the "Working Poor"

One of the things that struck me during our conversation was the reality of the "working poor." Diane pointed out that about a third of their clients are women who are trying their best—working twenty hours a week at minimum wage while trying to raise children. In today's economy, that math simply doesn't work. One bout of flu or a car breakdown, and they are out on the street.

Sue’s Home provides that "cushion" while these women reevaluate their lives and change their trajectory. They help them get their GEDs, enroll in community college, and develop life skills. They are teaching them how to "seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness," as it says in Matthew 6:33 KJV. When you get the spiritual order right, the "things" start to be added.

I’ve seen this in my own walk. When we stop chasing the provision and start chasing the Provider, the landscape of our lives changes. But for these women, many of whom have had their trust "totally obliterated," learning to trust the Father is a long, slow process. It takes a community that won't stop loving them, even when they try to push everyone away.

The Breakthrough for the Youth

There’s another group Diane is passionate about: the 18-to-24-year-olds aging out of foster care. There has been a 300% increase in homelessness in this age group. Can you imagine being eighteen, with no family, no resources, and no idea how to even sign a lease?

This is where the "Breakthrough" program comes in. Instead of just putting them in a facility, they help them get into apartments and provide case managers and mentors. If we don’t reach these young women at this critical junction, they often fall prey to human trafficking, deeper addiction, and more abuse. It’s a preventive strike against the enemy’s plans for their lives.

Personal Reflections

Listening to Diane, I had to reflect on my own journey and how I view the "least of these." It’s easy for us to sit in our comfortable pews and have a "chip on our shoulder" about people who don't look like us or smell like us. Diane mentioned that some women come in covered in tattoos or coming off a "self-medicating" binge to numb the pain of abuse.

I’ve realized that the church often overlooks the homeless because they "don’t increase the tithe base." That’s a hard truth, isn't it? But Jesus didn't look at the tithe base; He looked at the heart. He looked at the spiritual potential of a broken person.

There was a time when I might have judged someone's situation without understanding the spiritual battle they were fighting. But as I’ve delved deeper into the prophetic and the supernatural—even writing about the intense spiritual warfare in Overcoming Night Terror: Making the Demons Leave—I’ve learned that many of these "bad choices" are symptoms of a much larger spiritual oppression.

I was moved by the testimony Diane shared about a young woman who had been in fifteen different foster homes. She was angry, belligerent, and determined to push everyone away before they could "turn on her." But the staff at Sue’s Home just wouldn't stop loving her. Today, that "hopeless" woman is a sold-out Christian, a homeowner, and a mother. That is the power of the Gospel in action. It’s not just a theory; it’s a life-altering force.

I’ve missed it before. I’ve looked at the surface. But Jesus keeps correcting me, reminding me that "as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." Every time we turn a blind eye to the hurting, it's like we are turning a blind eye to Him.

Biblical References

The foundation of everything Sue’s Home does is built on the Word of God. When we talk about the "working poor" or those struggling to survive, we have to remember the promise in the Scriptures: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you (Matthew 6:33 KJV). This isn't a prosperity gospel; it’s a priority gospel. When these women learn to put God first, He begins to order their steps and provide for their needs in ways they never thought possible.

The heart of ministry to the homeless is found in the words of Jesus Himself. He said, And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me (Matthew 25:40 KJV). This is a sobering reminder that our service to the marginalized is direct service to our Lord. If we want to see the face of Jesus, we often have to look into the eyes of the person the world has cast aside.

We also see the heart of God for the broken and the solitary in the Psalms. God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry land (Psalm 68:6 KJV). Sue’s Home is that "family" for the solitary. It is the place where those "bound with chains" of addiction and trauma can find the freedom that only comes through Christ.

The goal of this long-term ministry is nothing less than a complete spiritual overhaul. We are told, Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new (2 Corinthians 5:17 KJV). Diane’s stories of former clients coming back as homeowners and night managers are living proof of this verse. The "old things"—the homelessness, the anger, the foster care trauma—have passed away.

Finally, we are called to a specific kind of fast and a specific kind of worship that includes the physical needs of our neighbors. Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh? (Isaiah 58:7 KJV). When we open our homes and our hearts, we are fulfilling the very fast that God has chosen.

Key Takeaways

• Homelessness has spiritual roots. It is rarely just about a lack of money; it’s often about a lack of identity, hope, and healing from past trauma.
• Long-term commitment is necessary. "Band-aid" solutions don't work for deep-seated problems. Transformation takes time—often six to nine months of consistent love and counseling.
• The "invisible" homeless need our attention. Women and children sleeping in cars or couch-surfing are often overlooked by traditional street ministries.
• Mentorship is vital. Especially for youth aging out of foster care, having a Christian mentor to "come alongside them" and disciple them is the difference between success and a return to the streets.
• We serve Jesus by serving the "least." Our treatment of the downtrodden is the ultimate litmus test of our faith.

Conclusion and Call to Action

God is doing something remarkable on the Gulf Coast through ministries like Sue’s Home. They are on the "boots on the ground" front lines, doing the hard work of turning derelict lives into beautiful testimonies of grace. But they can’t do it alone. It takes a community of believers who are willing to step up, pray, and provide the resources needed to keep the doors open.

As I always say on the podcast, we need to "dig deeper and go higher." That applies to our charity just as much as our prayer life. If you feel led to support this work, I encourage you to reach out to Diane. Whether it’s through financial donations, goods, or the commitment of your time as a mentor, you can be part of someone’s "breakthrough."

Please visit ConradRocks.net for more episodes and articles on how to live a life directed by the Holy Spirit. If this message touched you, share it with your friends and family on social media. Let’s make sure the "invisible" among us are finally seen.

Action Items

• Pray for Sue's Home. This is an intense spiritual battle. Pray for Diane, the staff, and the women currently in the program to have the strength to "hit the wall" and keep going.
• Review your own perceptions. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you if you've been judging the "homeless" based on appearance or if you've been overlooking the women and children in your own community who are in crisis.
• Become a Mentor. If you are in the Gulf Coast area, contact Diane about mentoring a young person aging out of foster care. Your wisdom and stability could change their entire life trajectory.
• Support Faith-Based Ministries. Consider adding a ministry like Sue’s Home (Community Care Network) to your monthly giving. They depend on the "God’s people stepping up" rather than government handouts that might limit their ability to share the Gospel.
• Share the Gospel. Remember that the poor have the Gospel preached to them. Don't just give a handout; give the hope of Jesus Christ.

Until we meet again, dig deeper and go higher. God bless you.

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Supernatural Evangelism - Nick Serre Interview

Supernatural Evangelism: Walking in the Power of the Sent Ones

You would not believe the spiritual warfare I went through just to get this conversation recorded. There I was, sitting in my office, getting everything ready for a Facebook Live with my friend Nick Serre. I had my coffee ready, my notes laid out, and then—boom. My phone decided it didn't want to work. It just went black. Then I couldn't find the stand for my tablet. I was scrambling around like a man in the dark, praying and rebuking every hairy demon that was trying to touch the Wi-Fi.

It was like a comedy of errors, but I knew right then and there that the devil was scared. See, the enemy doesn't try to stop something unless he thinks it’s worth stopping. If you’re just playing church and talking about dead religion, he’ll leave you alone all day long. But the moment you start talking about the supernatural power of Jesus Christ and how to actually walk in the Spirit, you’d better believe you’re going to see some resistance.

Many of you reading this feel that same resistance in your own life. You’re sitting in the pews Sunday after Sunday, feeling like there has to be more. You’ve read the Book of Acts, and you see the miracles, the healings, and the bold proclamations of the early church, but then you look at your own life and it feels dry. You have a hunger for the supernatural, but you’re stuck in the carnal rationale of the world. You want to see the sick healed and the lost saved, but you’re paralyzed by the fear of looking stupid or the nagging doubt that maybe God doesn't do that anymore.

The good news is that Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever. The same Holy Spirit that raised Him from the dead is living inside of you right now. In this post, we’re going to dive deep into what it means to stop being a "went one" and start being a "sent one." We’re going to look at how to exercise your spiritual senses so you can hear the voice of the Father and move in the miraculous every single day, whether you’re at a coffee shop or the produce aisle at Walmart.

When Nick Serre and I finally got the technology to behave, he started sharing something that really pierced my heart. He talked about the difference between a "went one" and a "sent one." Think about that for a second. A "went one" is someone who goes out in their own zeal, their own strength, and their own religious duty. They might have a good heart, but they’re acting on their own initiative. A "sent one," however, is someone who only moves when they see the Father moving.

Nick lives up in Northern Ontario, Canada, and he’s been training people not just to "do ministry," but to live a lifestyle led by the Spirit. He told me a story about a recent trip to Walmart that perfectly illustrates this. He was walking back from the store, just doing his everyday business, when he saw a lady. She was walking incredibly slow, her face twisted in a grimace of pain. She was heading for a bench just to sit down because her knees were giving out.

Nick didn't just rush over because he felt he "should" as a Christian. He waited for that internal nudge—that spiritual antenna to go up. He felt a clear impression from the Lord: I want to heal her.

He walked up to her and said, "You look like you're in a lot of pain."

She looked at him with tired eyes and said, "Oh my gosh, yes. My knees are sore, my back is out... it's just miserable."

Nick was frank with her. He told her, "I believe that God can heal people. We pray for people and we see them get healed. Would you be okay if I prayed for you?"

I can just picture the look on her face. It’s that look we’ve all seen—the "thanks for the nice religious sentiment, but I’m actually hurting" look. She told him flat out, "I don't really believe in that stuff."

Now, a "went one" might have gotten offended or started a theological argument. But a "sent one" knows who they are in Christ. Nick just looked at her and said, "That's okay. I do."

He didn't make it a big production. He didn't start shouting. He just put his hand on her knee and commanded the pain to go in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. He commanded the swelling to leave and the healing of God to flow. When he told her to check it out, her face completely transformed. The pain was gone. The skepticism was gone. She lit up like a child getting a gift at Christmas.

That’s the power of the Gospel. It’s not a persuasive argument; it’s a demonstration of the Spirit and power. As Nick said, when people get healed, their whole demeanor changes. They realize that Jesus isn't just a figure in a dusty book; He’s a living reality who cares about their knees.

We see this same pattern in the life of Jesus. He said in the Gospel of John that the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do. We have to get to that place where we are so sensitive to the Holy Spirit that we can pick up on these impressions. Sometimes it’s a "gut feeling." Sometimes it’s a mental image of a body part, like a shoulder or a back. Other times, it’s what we call empathetic pain—where you suddenly feel a sharp pain in your own body that doesn't belong to you, and you realize God is highlighting someone nearby who has that exact affliction.

Nick shared another concrete scene from a Tim Hortons—that’s a famous coffee shop up there in Canada. He was sitting there with a brother in Christ, talking about the things of the Lord, when a girl walked in with a cast on her leg. Most people just see a person with a broken leg. A "sent one" sees an opportunity for the Kingdom.

While they were praying at their table, Nick felt a "download" from the Spirit. He saw that this girl was facing a major court issue. It was a specific, prophetic word. He went over and started talking to her, and when he mentioned the court situation, her eyes went wide. She admitted she was terrified about an upcoming legal battle.

He told her, "I believe God is on your case."

Her friend was standing there, looking very skeptical and standoffish—we’ve all been there! But Nick didn't let that stop him. He asked if he could pray for her leg. He took her hand, said a short prayer, and immediately the pain vanished. She was moving her leg inside that cast, wondering where the pain went. Nick told her, "It went straight down to hell where it belongs, because Jesus took that 2000 years ago."

That opened the door for him to preach the real Gospel. Not "come join our club" or "get head-locked into a church building," but a relationship with the One who already bore our sicknesses and carried our sorrows.

Personal Reflections

Listening to Nick talk took me back to my own early days. Like Nick, who came out of a French Roman Catholic background where only the "priests" were allowed to have that kind of connection with God, I had to unlearn a lot of religious junk. I remember when I first got saved and delivered. I was so hungry for the things of God, but I was also terrified that I was getting into something "weird."

There is a moment when you have to decide if you're going to trust your carnal mind or the Spirit of God. Nick shared with me that when people were praying for him to be filled with the Holy Ghost, his mind was screaming, "This is a cult! What are they doing?" But then the Lord spoke to his heart and told him to just surrender and trust Him.

When he did, the heavens opened. It was like a river of love and oil and heat just washing through him. He felt a burden of sin that he didn't even know he was carrying just lift off his shoulders. In that moment, God cemented his destiny in him. He knew he was called to share Jesus with the world.

One of the things I’ve learned—and sometimes I’ve learned it the hard way—is that we have to grow up. We can't stay "Mama's boys" in the spirit. Nick used a great analogy about mothers and fathers in the church. A mother figure nurtures, comforts, and provides milk. That is absolutely necessary for a babe in Christ. But a father figure takes you out into the "shop," so to speak. He takes you out into the world and shows you how to use the tools. He pushes you out of the nest so you can learn to fly.

If we stay on the milk forever, we become unskillful in the word of righteousness. We have to exercise our senses. You don't learn to discern the voice of God by sitting in a classroom; you learn it by stepping out at Walmart and praying for the lady with the sore knees. You’re going to miss it sometimes. You’re going to think it’s God and it might just be your own thoughts. But that’s how you learn! You "by reason of use" have your senses exercised.

I’ve had to deal with fear just like everyone else. I’ve had to overcome the fear of man and the fear of failure. But I realized that if I don't step out, people don't get touched. The trees aren't going to clap their hands if the sons of God are all hiding in the basement!

Biblical References

The foundation for everything we’re talking about is found in the Word of God. We aren't just making this up as we go. It’s written in the scriptures, and it’s meant to be lived out.

When we talk about being led by the Spirit, we look to the book of Romans:

For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. (Romans 8:14 KJV)

This isn't just for the "super-Christians" or the apostles. It’s for the sons. And being a son implies a level of maturity. It means you’ve moved past the stage where you just want your needs met, and you’ve entered the stage where you want to do the Father’s business.

Jesus gave us very clear instructions on what that business looks like. In the Gospel of Matthew, He called His disciples together and gave them a specific mandate:

And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. (Matthew 10:7-8 KJV)

Notice he didn't say "pray that I will heal the sick." He gave them the power and told them to do it. He called us to be students—disciples—who do what the Master does. If we aren't doing those things, we have to ask ourselves if we’re truly following His lead or just following a tradition.

The challenge for many of us is that we’ve stayed on the "milk" of the word for too long. We like the comforting verses, the "God loves you" verses—and those are true! But there is a "strong meat" that is required for the work of the ministry. The writer of Hebrews puts it this way:

But strong meat belongeth to them that are full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. (Hebrews 5:14 KJV)

That phrase "by reason of use" is the key. You have to use your faith. You have to use your spiritual ears. You have to use the authority Jesus gave you. If you don't use it, it won't be exercised, and you’ll remain a spiritual babe, dependent on others for your every move.

Finally, we have to recognize the hour we are living in. All of creation is looking for something. It’s not looking for a better political system or a better economy. It’s looking for you.

For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. (Romans 8:19 KJV)

Creation is groaning. People are suffering. The world is in bondage to decay and death, and they are waiting for the sons of God to show up with the life of Jesus Christ. They are waiting for the "sent ones" to walk into their coffee shops and grocery stores with the light of the Kingdom.

Key Takeaways

• Sent One vs. Went One: Stop moving in your own zeal and start moving only when you see the Father moving. Wait for that internal nudge or impression.
• Exercise Your Senses: You learn to hear God’s voice through practice ("by reason of use"). Don't be afraid to make mistakes; that’s part of the learning process.
• Supernatural Identity: Understand that as a disciple (student) of Jesus, you have been given authority over sickness, demons, and even death.
• Spiritual Antenna: Keep your "antenna" up at all times—at the pharmacy, the grocery store, or even paying bills. God wants to use you in the "everyday."
• Compassion Fuels Miracles: Signs and wonders are not for show; they are fueled by the love and compassion of Jesus for the person standing in front of you.

Conclusion and Call to Action

My friends, we are living in an incredible time. I truly believe, as Nick shared, that there is a wave of the Spirit coming from the throne room of God that we have never seen before. There is a generation rising up whose "floor" will be our "ceiling." They are going to walk in a level of power and authority that will make the book of Acts look like a preamble.

But that wave starts with us. It starts with you being willing to step out of the "nest" and fly. It starts with you deciding that you aren't going to be satisfied with dry religion anymore. You have the same Holy Spirit that Nick has, the same Spirit that I have, and the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead.

If you’ve been struggling with fear or if you feel like you’re bound by things you can't control, I want to encourage you to dig deeper. I’ve dealt with these things myself, and I wrote Overcoming Night Terror: Making the Demons Leave to help people walk in the authority they have over the kingdom of darkness. You don't have to be a victim. You are a son or a daughter of the Most High God.

It’s time to launch out into the deep. As it says in the Psalms:

They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; These see the works of the LORD, and his wonders in the deep. (Psalm 107:23-24 KJV)

You aren't going to see the wonders of the deep if you’re standing on the shore with your toes in the sand. You’ve got to get in the boat and go where the water is deep.

If this message has stirred your spirit, I want to hear from you. Leave a comment below, or better yet, share a testimony of a time you stepped out in faith and saw God move. Let’s encourage one another and build up the body of Christ.

Until we meet again, dig deeper and go higher. God bless you!

Action Items

• The 24-Hour Antenna Challenge: For the next 24 hours, consciously keep your "spiritual antenna" up. Everywhere you go—the gas station, the office, the store—ask the Holy Spirit: "Is there someone here you want me to touch?"
• Listen for the Specific: When you feel a nudge to pray for someone, don't just give a generic prayer. Ask the Lord for a specific word or to highlight a specific area of pain.
• Step Out in Boldness: Find one person today who looks like they are in need—whether it’s physical pain or just a heavy spirit—and ask, "Would you be okay if I prayed for you?" Leave the results to God.
• Identify Your Mentors: Look for the "father figures" in your life who can take you "into the shop." If you don't have someone like that, pray for God to bring a mentor who will teach you how to depend on Him, not on them.
• Daily Word Immersion: Spend at least 15 minutes a day devouring the Word of God, specifically focusing on the miracles of Jesus and the book of Acts, to build your faith for the supernatural.