In this message, Dr. Michael Youssef calls believers to examine their lives and priorities through the message of the prophet Haggai. He exposes the excuses that often prevent us from fully committing to God’s work and urges a return to faithful obedience. Key Themes Examined: The Power of Discouragement The Consequences of Excuses vs. The Blessing of Confession Prioritizing God’s Work Obedience as the Path to Blessing The Danger of Misplaced Zeal and Diverted Attention The Urgency of Obedience Key Points Expanded: Discouragement as a Tool of Satan: Dr. Youssef emphasizes that discouragement is one of Satan’s most effective weapons to stop believers from fulfilling God’s work. When discouragement sets in, we often abandon our commitments, allowing Satan to hinder the work of the Kingdom. The Danger of Excuses: Making excuses, such as “It’s not the right time,” prevents spiritual growth. Dr. Youssef warns that excuses are worse than failure because they keep us from experiencing God’s renewal and blessings that come through confession and repentance. Obedience Leads to Fulfillment: Dr. Youssef encourages believers to prioritize obedience to God’s work above personal desires, explaining that true fulfillment and blessing come from serving God’s purpose. Are you putting off God’s work with excuses? Don’t wait any longer—respond to His call today. In the next sermon, Dr. Youssef will explore how the people responded to Haggai’s message and how we, too, can experience renewal by putting God first. Scripture: Haggai 1 Download