The Battle Made Me | Pastor Stephen Chandler | Elevation Church

We all have battles we wish we didn’t have to fight, but there are some things a battle develops inside you that you can’t get any other way. Don’t run from the battle because you’ll find blessings on the other side when you move forward in faith.

Chapters:
0:00 - Join Us For Elevation Nights
0:20 - Expressing Honor & Gratitude
2:33 - 1 Samuel 21
7:44 - The Battle Made Me
11:42 - You Can’t Take The Credit
13:49 - Fights You Wish You Could’ve Avoided
16:49 - Some Battles Come Looking For Me
21:59 - Why You’re Under Attack
26:38 - The Blessing In The Battle
27:52 - Some Battles I Go Looking For
30:35 - Don’t Pick That Fight
33:34 - Equipped For Your Next Season
36:50 - Running From Battles Is Not An Option
42:06 - Where You Are Safest
44:32 - You’re Not Alone

Scripture References:
1 Samuel 21, verses 6-13
1 Samuel 17, verses 32, 34-35
Matthew 11, verse 12
2 Samuel 11, verse 1

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The Battle Made Me | Pastor Stephen Chandler | Elevation Church

[DanielCollins._]

My sermon notes for "The battle made me" Stephen Chandler

1.) Keep focusing in and focus on the word God has for you this year. God will use different vessels to speak his word to you and all he requires from you is an open mind and heart

2.) Anointing is when you put in human effort and get God's results

3.) The hand of God is over your life. You have made it becuase of God's favor

4.) Some battles come and find you. God makes you go through the battles, there is a blessing in every battle. This is why you fight: your father's kingdom is inside of you, you have great potential. The enemy will attack in infancy so he doesn't have to deal with it in maturity

5.) Some battles I go looking for. Don't pick battles don't allow the enemy space in your territory, choose wisely. Don't get distracted by the fights that have nothing to do with your destiny. When you get to where God wants you, you will have all that you need. The battle will prepare you for what is to come

6.) Running from battles is not an option. Show up to every battle as who God has called you to be, he is with you and for you. You are more safe when are running forward in your faith towards where God is calling you

[mrubaby]

I lost my mom to Cancer almost 11 months ago. I was her only child. I’m fighting a big battle having to face the world alone for the very first time in my life. The enemy has been trying to riddle me with fear, anxiety and depression. I will fear not in the name of Jesus! My God is greater than all things!

[Alllineedisonemic]

Man, I remember this for the New Year what an amazing talk he gave!!!!

[TionnyMyles]

Please bring this pastor back again. He’s amazing, made me feel that he was speaking directly to me

[BlackChristianCowboy]

This was an amazing Sermon. The Love of My Life passed away in late 2023, and our family has been in constant battles ever since. I want our daughter to grow up knowing God and how amazing her mother was and God’s love is in healing us. Life brings battles and God brings Victories!! 🙏🏾🙌🏾🤍

[Yaadmanwaynie]

Grateful for the battles that God gave me and protected me in

[samaandikran]

How humble Pastor Steven is to bring other talented prechers to preach the word of God ❤

[sandrabennie]

The fights didn’t take me out. They made me. But can we take a minute to talk about the pastor’s cornrows 😂 God bless that hairstylist

[CherieLopez-pk]

This is such a peaceful sermon I really needed this peace thank you for allowing the Holy Spirit speak to us all

[CaroLovesYou]

I’m fighting a battle right now with my health, but I’m leaning into God and have faith that he will get me through this 🙏🏻

[nicolekellybester]

Not by power not by might but by the Spirit of God i will conquer the battles of 2025🙏🏻🙏🏻

[nishcrunk]

This word was timely for the season I’m in. Facing a huge long battle and was feeling tired, wondering if I should just give up. But this week in seeking the Lord he is answering my prayers and he has sent people in at the right time. He has reminded me of the prior battles and how He caused me to triumph. It’s not over, but staying in this battle with God on my side is my best option. 🙏🏽 thank you for your transparency about the battles leading up to your blessings.

[adaorie]

My pastor preached a whole sermon series. Thanking God for Elevation Church being home for him too. A rich place with a rich culture of God, community, and God's word. The Holy Spirit is evident. Thankful for Pastors Steven and Holly and the Elevation Church family.

[jerrymcrae]

HALLELUJAH!!!! I have a Diagnosis, but I believe in God for everything....Thank You, Jesus👍🏼

[jamiebaskin]

Just as only God can do. I was shrinking and so scared of the next battle and feeling exactly the way this pastor shared and God spoke directly to me from this anointed man of God. The battle is inevitable but it's the battle that made me. I am filled this morning with encouragement and my fear has been restored to confidence that my Father God in heaven Jesus Christ hears me.

[Vecktormap]

The battle goes on, victory is written in my name.

[feliciawalker]

Trust Jesus Christ, MY Lord and Savior, who walks with me, The Holy Spirit Counsels and Guides and God loves me...whatever He called me to He will see me thru it with every provision already made and done
Thru Christ Jesus. I am your humble and ready servant may I stand 10 toes down in faith in the Lord my God. Hallelujah

[janalino]

This sermon has been my favorite so far! Thank you Pastor Chandler, I really needed this sermon at this point in my life.

[lisabynoe-stevens]

Preach, Pastor Stephen! This woman can testify that you preached it! 🎉🎉🎉 God bless you, man!

[tolulopefawole]

🔥 🔥 🔥 God uses battles to make us. Dont diminish what God has called you to be just to avoid another battle.