Power in the Gate - Plenary Session 7 - IYC 2025

on 08/10/2025 by Pst Remi Akintude

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No evangelist can deliver you, and no pastor can heal you—it is the Holy Spirit who does the work. He alone raises and empowers Gate Protectors—men and women who stand in prayer, purity, and purpose to defend the gates of destiny, family, truth, and the Kingdom.

Say this declaration with faith:

“Holy Spirit, swallow every gate attacker!”

Every battle at your gate ends tonight. Freedom comes only through the Holy Spirit, and to walk in that freedom, we must stay yielded and active in Him.


An Army Rising for the Kingdom

From this generation, God is raising an army—bold, righteous, and unashamed—who will risk everything for the Kingdom. These are the Gate Protectors, spiritual warriors who confront evil at the gate and establish holiness in the land.

If you desire to be part of this army, pray:

“Father, enlist me into Your end-time army. Make me a gate protector.”

🎶 “Lord, prepare me to be a sanctuary, pure and holy, tried and true…”


Becoming a Gate Protector

Not everyone can stand at the gate. To be a true protector, one must mature from being a child to becoming a son (Galatians 4:2). Sons understand authority, consistency, and the need for intimacy with God.

Gate Protectors dwell in God’s presence—they listen, obey, and act according to divine instruction. They live crucified lives, walking in humility and surrender, yet full of divine boldness.


Who Are the Gate Attackers?

Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that our battles are not against flesh and blood but against principalities and powers—spiritual forces that fight destiny and truth.

These gate attackers seek to distort truth, hinder the gospel, and derail destinies through deceit and compromise. Just as Satan tempted Jesus with promises of life and glory (Matthew 4:1–11), they tempt believers to abandon righteousness for fame, honor, or comfort.

But we must say no to these lies and stand firm in holiness.


Examples of Gate Attacks

  • Gate of Truth: Bribery and lies spread falsehood (Matthew 28:11–15).
  • Gate of Kingdom Mandate: Opposition to the gospel (Acts 13:8–11).
  • Gate of Destiny: Usurping God’s plans (1 Kings 1).
  • Gate of Family: Idolatry and compromise (Judges 6:25–29).

Yet in every case, the Word of God declares:

“They are bread for us” (Numbers 14:9).
The real gate attackers are defeated in Jesus’ name!

The Lifestyle of Gate Protectors

  1. They live by divine patterns:
  2. Consistent prayer, fasting, and obedience. Like Moses, Noah, and Peter, they follow God’s heavenly blueprint (Exodus 25:9; Acts 3:1).
  3. They take risks for the Kingdom:
  4. Esther said, “If I perish, I perish.” David faced Goliath. True protectors obey even when it costs them.
  5. They live disciplined lives:
  6. They eat for strength, not pleasure (Ecclesiastes 10:16–17). They are focused and purposeful.

Engaging in Spiritual Warfare

We are called to wrestle and overcome. Christ already disarmed principalities at the cross (Colossians 2:15).

Therefore, gate protectors must put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:11): truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, and the Word.

Weapons of Warfare:

  • Speak the Word (Jeremiah 23:29).
  • Invoke the Blood of Jesus (Revelation 12:11).
  • Shift battles with praise (2 Chronicles 20:15–22).
  • Submit to God and resist the devil (James 4:7).
  • Pray without ceasing (Psalm 35:1–8).

A Call to Holiness and Empowerment

Before you can stand as a Gate Protector, you must first be born again. Sin disqualifies a man from spiritual authority.

Lay down every weight and confess Jesus as Lord. When righteousness rules your heart, the anointing flows (Hebrews 1:9).

Pray sincerely:

“Lord, use me. Send me. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus.”

And declare in faith:

“The Lord is with us! The Lord is with us! The Lord is with us!”


Final Charge

Gate Protectors are rising—Spirit-filled believers who will guard the gates of nations, families, and destinies.

They will confront principalities, uphold truth, and live holy before God.

Be steadfast. Stay consistent. Keep your altar burning.

For the Lord is calling you to be a Gate Protector in your generation.

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