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Remnant Warriors: Armored in Righteousness, Commissioned by Fire

Posted: June 30, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Remnant, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, Jesus, Kingdom living, Kingdom teaching, radical christianity, Remnant Life, Spirit led life, Spiritual warfare, the-holy-remnant-of-the-lord

We are living in a time where the enemy’s strategy has become more brazen, more desperate. He is no longer simply trying to distract or discourage—he is waging all-out war against the Remnant. But what he doesn’t realize is this: the pressure he applies only provokes the manifestation of the overcomers he fears the most.

As the battle intensifies, the Remnant must rise—not with natural strength, but clothed in the full armor of the Father, every piece fastened by our Robe of Righteousness, inherited through Christ.

This robe is not decorative—it is functional. It anchors our armor, identifies us as sons and daughters of the King, and testifies that the Blood of the Lamb has made us holy, whole, and battle-ready.

But before we can wear the robe, we must shed the grave clothes.

Religion cannot fight this war.

Soulish reactions will fail in this fight.

The grave clothes—those remnants of the old man—must be stripped away. We must allow the Holy Spirit, the Divine Surgeon, to lovingly yet firmly remove the wrappings of ego, fear, bitterness, self-preservation, and emotional woundedness.

The Lord is not ashamed of our wounds, but neither will He allow them to become excuses that delay destiny.

In this hour, He is saying, “Let Me unwind what death wrapped around you so you can be clothed in what My resurrection has prepared for you.”

We must surrender past traumas, betrayals, offenses, rejections, and abandonments—not just once, but continually, bringing them to the altar where Christ’s victory made permanent defeat of the old nature.

The spirit of rejection is a particularly vile vice of the enemy. It lurks in wounded souls and amplifies the voice of isolation and unworthiness, hoping to convince warriors they are disqualified before they even engage.

But here’s the truth: what the enemy calls weakness, Heaven often sees as the perfect place for glory to rest.

And the weapons formed against the righteous cannot prevail—not when we are rightly armored, aligned, and anchored in identity.

Like the elite warriors of the natural world—Navy SEALs, Green Berets, specialized operatives—the Remnant must train to move light, quick, precise, using every weapon the Spirit has forged in secret. Some wield intercession like thunder.

Others operate with prophetic clarity or apostolic strategy. Some bring healing. Some break chains. But none of us carry it all. That’s why unity is not a luxury—it’s a necessity.

We must recognize our spiritual platoon. The ones the Lord has assigned us to war with in this season. Isolation isn’t holiness.

Connection isn’t compromise.

The Lord is strategically aligning sons and daughters into divine battle formations, where every weapon sharpens, every voice strengthens, and every life covers the other.

And as we stand together—armored not in self-effort, but in joy that confounds fear, peace that passes logic, and love that casts out torment—we become a force the enemy cannot penetrate.

Why? Because these are not abstract virtues… they are spiritual armor.

And they are impossible to counterfeit.

Joy unshaken by circumstances?

Peace unmoved by chaos?

Love unwavering in conflict?

The enemy has no access code to penetrate that kind of armor.

Why? Because it is anchored in righteousness.

And that righteousness has been washed in the Blood of the Lamb. And there is no technology in hell, no curse in the atmosphere, no accusation from the pit that can override or undo what the Blood has sealed.

So, Remnant… the time of partial surrender is over.

Burn the grave clothes.

Take up your armor.

Find your tribe.

And take your post.

The trumpet is not about to sound—it’s sounding now. And those who have ears to hear will not wait for permission. They will rise, robed in righteousness, and advance as those who know the outcome is already written:

The kingdoms of this world have become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ… and He shall reign forever and ever. (Revelation 11:15)

Let the Remnant say, “Amen—and I take my place.”

~Dr. Russell Welch

Elder/ Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

www.remnantwarrior.org

Smiling Assassins & Counterfeit Covenants: A Warning to the Watchmen

Posted: June 25, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Remnant, Spirit-Wind People, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, God, Jesus, Kingdom living, Kingdom teaching, radical christianity, radical disciples, Remnant, Spirit led life, The Lord's Remnant

We are not just in another season—we’re in a spiritual epoch. A threshold moment where destinies are being either activated or aborted based on the alliances we allow. The warfare is no longer general—it’s surgical. The enemy isn’t throwing random attacks; he’s mapping out your relationships, stalking your alignments, and seeking access to your call through open doors of unchecked connection.

In this critical hour, the Lord has whispered a solemn charge to me: “Let Me govern your alignments.”

This isn’t about becoming skeptical. It’s about becoming sanctified in how we align. The Holy Spirit is sounding an alarm across the Body: “Stop entertaining every handshake. Stop validating every olive branch.” Because not every invitation is from Heaven. Some are beautifully packaged assignments from hell.

I’ve seen firsthand how, when one demonic alignment is severed, the enemy will often send a carefully crafted replacement. A subtle infiltration. These substitutes don’t come how you’d expect—they come wrapped in familiarity, affirmation, and spiritual language. They quote the Word. They mention Jesus. They speak of unity and healing. But they carry the residue of what you were just delivered from.

He revealed to me that some of these connections—though outwardly peaceful—are actually bound to people or networks that God has clearly marked for disconnection. And if you’re not discerning, you will find yourself yoked to what you were once freed from.

This is why I’ve been relentlessly declaring the need for a radical awakening to the gift of discerning spirits. Not a shallow intuition. Not emotional skepticism. But Holy Spirit-led perception that pierces through soulish layers and unveils what spirit is truly operating behind the veil.

Discerning of spirits is not just a “side gift” for deliverance ministers—it is a survival gift for every believer, and a governing gift for those called to lead in this final hour. It’s the difference between partnering with destiny or falling into delay. Between building with living stones or mixing with strange fire.

This gift:

Divides between what’s anointed and what’s admired
Identifies spirits that mimic truth but operate in mixture
Protects against assignments disguised as assistance
Reads the frequency of a voice, not just the tone of their message

And we need this desperately. Because deception no longer looks demonic—it looks divine. The counterfeit has evolved. It doesn’t come yelling rebellion. It comes whispering agreement. It doesn’t knock down your door. It asks for a seat at your table. And if you are not governed by the Spirit, you’ll offer hospitality to sabotage.

Leaders, gatekeepers, intercessors: if ever there was a time to sharpen your discernment, it is now. Your ability to hear clearly in this hour will determine the purity of what you build. If you do not allow the Holy Spirit to inspect every alignment, you risk constructing with compromised materials.

Many are frustrated—not because of a lack of vision—but because of corrupted partnerships. You can’t build Zion with Babylonian bricks. You cannot steward the presence of God while partnering with those the Lord has marked as misaligned. There are connections that dilute your fire. Conversations that dull your hearing. Partnerships that make you question what God already made clear.

This is the hour to return to the altar of separation. To consecrate not only your actions, but your associations. The Holy Spirit is cleansing the camp, not out of harshness, but out of mercy. Because the rising Remnant cannot afford to walk with blinders on. We are being commissioned to build with precision, not popularity.

Let the gift of discerning spirits arise in you—not for judgment, but for governance. Not to puff up, but to protect the oil. To shield the pure thing God is birthing in this hour from mixture and manipulation.

The Lord is raising up shepherds who can smell the difference between sheep and wolves in sheep’s clothing. He’s commissioning watchmen who don’t just see danger—they feel it in their bones. He’s calling forth sons and daughters who will guard their gate with fasting, weeping, and authority.

So I say this with a trembling heart: Let Him govern your alignments. Let Him cleanse the prophetic gate. Let Him strip even the counterfeit covenants that once brought comfort. Because the price of tolerating mixture is the forfeiting of momentum.

You don’t need everyone. You need the right ones—those whose spirits resonate with what Heaven is building through you. Those whom the Father has assigned, not those whom the enemy has disguised.

This isn’t the hour of convenience. This is the hour of consecration.

The remnant is rising—and they will not be known by title or platform, but by purity, discernment, and unshakable alignment with the King.

~Dr. Russell Welch

Elder/ Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

www.remnantwarrior.org

The Testimony That Makes Hell Tremble

Posted: June 23, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Remnant, Spiritual warfare, teaching
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, God, Jesus, Kingdom living, Kingdom teaching, radical christianity, radical disciples, Spirit led life

“They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony…” — Revelation 12:11

There are stories—and then there are weapons.

When a child of God begins to testify—not just with words, but from the deep well of lived redemption—something violent happens in the spirit realm.

We aren’t reciting nice Christian clichés or sweet Sunday school memories. We are dropping bunker busters into the hidden bunkers of darkness. And the enemy knows it.
See, Satan can argue with doctrine. He can twist Scripture. He can even mimic religion. But what he cannot do is unwrite your story.

He cannot edit your encounter. He cannot mute the voice of the one who has seen the face of Jesus in the fire and come out clean.
Every blood-bought, Spirit-ignited testimony carries the residue of heaven’s authority.

It’s not just a memory—it’s a missile. Because when you speak what the Lord has done for you, it tears through lies, shame, and demonic strongholds like a bomb detonating beneath the enemy’s feet. He flees not just because you’re shouting—but because the Spirit backs up every word with power.

Your story—yes, yours—when surrendered to Jesus, carries the same Spirit that raised Him from the dead. So don’t hold it back. Don’t sanitize it.

Let it thunder. Let it shake the gates of hell and remind the darkness that its grip on you has been forever broken.
Every time we testify, we’re not just telling people what happened—we’re announcing what’s possible.

So release it. Declare it. Prophesy with your history. Because your testimony isn’t just a story…

…it’s a supernatural detonation that leaves no hiding place for the enemy.

The following testimony is one that I have in my own life, that everytime it is shared, I can litteraly since the devil seeking a place to hide from it it’s power….

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There are moments that divide your life in two. March 28, 2016 was that moment for me.

It was 1:43 in the morning. I was sleeping in a quiet room in a historic inn in Saluda, North Carolina, when a voice—clear and undeniable—spoke into the silence: “Wake up.”

It wasn’t a nudge from the subconscious or the remnants of a dream. It was a holy disruption, slicing through the stillness like lightning. I sat up, heart pounding. The clock confirmed the time. I turned on the light and searched the room. Empty. I stepped into the hallway—stillness. No footsteps. No voices. Nothing. But something within me had already shifted. I was awake in a way I hadn’t been in years.

Then the voice came again, even more weighted: “Open the Bible.”
I walked over to the desk where a Bible sat, worn and waiting, almost like it had been placed there for this very night. As I opened it, the pages fell to the Gospel of John, and my eyes were immediately drawn to John 3:16. It wasn’t just printed on the page—it glowed in my spirit.

Again, the voice spoke: “Read.” I pushed back: “I’ve read this a thousand times.” But the command came once more, unwavering: “Read.”

And so, out of simple obedience—or maybe exhaustion—I read: “For God so loved the world…” And with those words, heaven invaded.

In an instant, I was no longer in that room. I was back in the kitchen of my childhood home. I was three years old. My father, in a fit of drunking rage, had just struck my mother. He was gripping my brother’s arm, dragging him toward the mechanical ringer of an old washing machine. I, somehow, had escaped my high chair and crawled into the cabinet under the sink—my hiding place. My refuge. My prison.

That memory had haunted me my entire life. But this time, the scene was different. I wasn’t alone.
Jesus was under the sink with me.

He didn’t speak. He didn’t preach. He simply was. Present. Near. Unshaken by my fear, yet fully attentive to it. That one moment rewrote decades of belief. I had always thought I was abandoned in that kitchen. But now I saw—He was with me even then.

Then, like a movie reel spooled by grace, moment after moment from my life unfolded before me. Every scar. Every failure. Every hidden sin. Every silent scream. With each scene, I turned to Jesus and asked, “What about this? Surely this disqualifies me. Surely this is the moment where Your love stops.”

And every time, He looked at me—not with disappointment, but with eyes blazing like mercy—and asked, “Who told you that lie?”
Over and over: “Who told you that lie?”

That question shattered me. Because for the first time, I saw the architecture of my shame—not as truth, but as deception. I had built an entire identity on the idea that I was barely tolerated by God. That I was accepted only because He had to. That the cross was more obligation than desire.

But now I knew: I was never barely tolerated. I was deeply wanted. Loved beyond comprehension. Not in spite of my brokenness, but pursued through it.

When the vision ended, I looked at the clock. 1:45 a.m. Only two minutes had passed. But in those two minutes, I was born again—again. Not to a new set of religious rules, but to a new identity entirely.

The final words of the encounter echoed like a commissioning: “Study the Book of John until you get the revelation of My life for you.”

That invitation became the doorway to a new way of living.

For over nine years now, I’ve lived in the deep waters of the Book of John, learning not just the teachings of Jesus, but the tone of His heart.

And like the Apostle John—who referred to himself not by his achievements, but by how Jesus saw him—I began to claim the truth for myself: “I am the disciple whom Jesus loves.”

Not just forgiven—transformed.

Not just surviving—reborn.

God’s love didn’t simply bandage me—it recreated me. It didn’t just comfort my wounds—it removed my shame. It revealed that I wasn’t a sinner struggling for grace, I was a new creation, born of divine affection. I didn’t have to earn what had already been poured out. I had only to receive.

This wasn’t behavior modification. This was spiritual resurrection.

The love of God is not abstract. It’s not poetic sentiment.

It’s a force more potent than trauma, more healing than time, more trustworthy than logic. It finds you in the most hidden places and refuses to leave you unchanged. It sits with you under the sink, and then walks with you out of it—into light, into identity, into freedom.

I am no longer hiding. I am no longer orphaned. I am no longer lost in the echo of old lies. I am found in the voice that still whispers to this day: “Wake up.”

And I’ll never be the same.

I pray this stirs boldness in your spirit to no longer silence the song of your story. Your testimony—every scar kissed by grace, every moment redeemed by mercy—is not a mark of shame, but a weapon of wonder.

Don’t let the enemy keep your voice buried beneath fear or regret. You carry keys wrapped in hope—keys that can unlock chains in others. So speak, not just for your own freedom, but for theirs. Hell trembles when you remember who you are.

_Dr. Russ Welch
Remnant Warrior Ministries
www.RemnantWarrior.org

Danger – Witchcraft operating freely in the Local Church/Ministry

Posted: June 21, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic Warning, Remnant, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, Christian life, christianity, discipleship, faith, God, Jesus, Kingdom living, Kingdom teaching, Spirit led life, Spirit of Rejection, Witchcraft

The Epistle to the Galatians reveals a disturbing reality: the Galatian church, once vibrant with faith, had fallen prey to spiritual deception, seemingly bewitched away from the core tenets of the Gospel.

Paul, in a moment of raw frustration and disbelief, cries out, “O foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you, that you should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ has been evidently set forth, crucified among you?” (Galatians 3:1).

This poignant question unveils the depth of their deviation and begs examination of how such a spiritual catastrophe could unfold. Paul’s words underscore the clarity with which the Gospel had been presented.

The image of Jesus Christ, crucified and resurrected, was vividly etched in their minds. Yet, despite this profound exposure, the Galatians had wandered astray, embracing teachings that contradicted the foundational message of salvation through faith.

The explanation likely lies in the influence of false teachers, much like the situation Philip encountered in Samaria. These individuals, with their persuasive rhetoric and potentially charismatic personalities, subtly distorted the truth, presenting an alternative gospel that resonated with the Galatians’ desires.

Perhaps they emphasized adherence to the Law over grace, or introduced ritualistic practices that obscured the simplicity of faith in Christ. Furthermore, the Galatians themselves may have been susceptible to this deception.

Their spiritual immaturity could have left them vulnerable to manipulation and unable to discern truth from falsehood. As Paul elucidates in Romans 8:5-8, those who live according to the flesh, focused on earthly desires and self-gratification, are easily swayed.

“For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit…For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed, it cannot.

Those who are in the flesh cannot please God.” This carnal mindset, focused on immediate gratification and worldly approval, made the Galatians easy targets for false doctrines that catered to their weaknesses, ultimately leading them away from the true path of spiritual life and peace.

The tragedy of the Galatian church serves as a stark warning: a fervent faith, constantly nurtured by the Spirit, is essential to resist the seductive allure of spiritual deception.

Busyness Is Not Brokenness Healed

When leaders walk with unhealed emotional wounds—especially rooted in rejection or abandonment—they often leave cracks in their spiritual discernment. Witchcraft doesn’t always enter through open rebellion; sometimes it creeps in through tolerated control, manipulation, and a deep need for affirmation.

Some of the loudest ministry feeds are driven not by an overflow of presence, but by a deficit of identity. Exploits get posted. Schedules stay packed. But behind the scenes, spiritual compromise is tolerated and discernment is dulled.

Authenticity isn’t proven by productivity. It’s revealed through alignment, healing, and wholeness.

Don’t mistake motion for maturity – Discern the spirit, not just the activity.

The hidden Wound That Harms the Flock
“Not every scar is visible. Not every battle is fought in the open. And not every leader is as free as they appear.”

One of the most dangerous leaders in the Christian faith is not the wolf in sheep’s clothing—but the shepherd unknowingly shackled by the spirit of rejection.

This spirit doesn’t announce itself with rebellion or heresy. It whispers in the silence, hiding beneath past wounds and childhood trauma, cloaking itself in the language of ministry and masquerading as passion for excellence.

Yet under pressure, it produces insecurity, performance-driven leadership, fear of man, and the constant hunger for validation.

When a leader hasn’t allowed the Holy Spirit to heal the roots of rejection, their call becomes intertwined with their need to be needed.

They preach the Word, but filter it through the lens of pain. They build ministries, but unconsciously craft them around self-worth.

They disciple people—but create codependent followers instead of empowered sons and daughters. The fruit looks good… until you taste it.

The danger is this: wounded leadership creates wounded culture.
It doesn’t matter how anointed they are—if their core identity is shaped by rejection, they may unconsciously replicate the very bondage they were called to break.

And perhaps the most tragic part? These leaders are often celebrated, platformed, and followed. Because rejection doesn’t always manifest as obvious dysfunction.

It can look like tireless service, passionate preaching, and unrelenting vision. But when applause is medicine and criticism is poison, that’s not leadership—that’s a soul crying out for healing.

We as the Body must pray for our leaders. Cover them. Discern well. And where necessary, lovingly confront the places where pain has been spiritualized rather than surrendered.

The Spirit of Rejection Attracts What It Echoes

The spirit of rejection doesn’t just wound—it signals. It becomes a magnet in the spirit, drawing more of what it fears. When unhealed, it can unknowingly pull in relationships, environments, and even spiritual attacks that mirror the pain it carries.

It becomes a vicious cycle: fear of abandonment leads to isolation, which then confirms the lie of being unwanted. The enemy doesn’t need new weapons—just recycled wounds.

Healing breaks the cycle. Identity silences the echo.

Until the lie is uprooted, rejection will keep finding its way back—wearing new faces, but bringing the same pain.

Leaders don’t need to be perfect—but they must be healed.

Let us raise up a generation of shepherds who lead from wholeness, not wounds; from sonship, not survival. Because healed leaders birth healthy churches—and healthy churches transform nations.

~Dr. Russell Welch

Elder/ Apostolic Teacher Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

Remnant Warrior Ministries – The Vision & Mandate.

Posted: June 16, 2025 in Prophetic, Remnant, Spirit-Wind People, Spiritual warfare, Uncategorized
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, God, Jesus, Kingdom living, radical christianity, radical disciples, Spirit led life

I was going to post this last night on my facbook page, but Holy Spirit said to wait, and this morning He directed me to post here and share it on our other social media platforms.

In a recent encounter with the Lord, Holy Spirit repeated the following word in the same order 3 times: Visions, Dreams, Revelations, Prophetic wisdom and Application.

Then the Lord said; “I am refining and Re-defining My vison and Dream for you, your wife and Remnant Warrior Ministries that will carry you into new season as I Have decreed a shift in the Spiritual that is now manifesting in the natural, for I have declared this to be a New Age of the Church, the Kingdom Age”.

The Holy Spirit “Now is the time to cast the vision – Gather the Warriors”.

🔥 REMNANT WARRIOR MINISTRIES: BORN OF THE LORD, LED BY HIS SPIRIT! 🔥

Remnant Warrior Ministries was never the creation of man—it has been established by the sovereign hand of God. From the very beginning, this ministry has existed under the governing authority of Holy Spirit, guided by His wisdom, empowered by His presence, and commissioned for His divine purpose.

This is not a ministry built on human ambition—it is a Kingdom assignment forged in the fire of the Lord’s vision, birthed by the Spirit, and called forth to train, equip, and send warriors for the expansion of Heaven’s reign on Earth.

🔥 We walk not by our own plans, but by His divine mandate!
🔥 We seek not our own glory, but His Kingdom come!
🔥 We move only where the Spirit leads, fulfilling the call that has been set before us!

📖 Zechariah 4:6 declares:
“‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ says the Lord of Hosts.”

Let all who hear this word know—this ministry belongs to the Lord!

The gates of hell shall not prevail against it, and His warriors shall march forward in victory!

🔥 ANSWERING THE CALL TO RECLAIM THE FIRST COAST! 🔥

The First Coast—from Fernandina Beach to Palm Coast—has a divine destiny, one that has been written in Heaven long before the foundations of this region were laid. The Spirit of the Lord is moving, stirring hearts, and calling forth a rising army of warriors, intercessors, and kingdom leaders to reclaim this land for His glory!

At Remnant Warrior Ministries, our leadership does not seek titles or recognition—we seek transformation. We stand as Gate Keepers, entrusted by the Holy Spirit to train, equip, and release warriors who will carry the unshakable fire of Heaven into this generation.

We are burning with the passion of the Lord for His Bride, His Church, His people. The time for compromise is over—the time for Kingdom expansion is now!

🔥 REMNANT WARRIOR MINISTRIES IS NOT JUST A NAME—IT IS A MANDATE! 🔥

There are many who have taken hold of the name “Remnant” for their own gain, seeking to capitalize on what the Holy Spirit is doing in this hour. These counterfeit movements trap people within their spiritual webs, using their gifts to validate their own religious empires rather than releasing warriors into their true Kingdom assignments.

BUT THE TRUE REMNANT WILL NOT BE HELD CAPTIVE!

From the beginning, Remnant Warrior Ministries has been anchored in radical loyalty to the King, His Kingdom, and His righteousness. We do not seek to steal identities—we seek to establish warriors in their divine calling. We do not exist to hoard power—we exist to train, equip, and release under the commissioning authority of the Holy Spirit!

📖 Joel 2:3 declares:
“A fire devours before them, and behind them a flame burns. The land is like the Garden of Eden before them, but behind them a desolate wilderness; yes, nothing shall escape them.”

🔥 THE FIRST COAST SHALL NOT BE LOST—IT SHALL BE FILLED WITH HIS GLORY! 🔥

We are calling forth warriors, intercessors, leaders, and prophetic voices to join us in this divine mission. We are raising up an army that will not simply follow but will be trained to lead—to pray with supernatural authority, to move cultural mountains into the sea, and to establish Kingdom dominion on the earth.

📖 Mark 11:23 declares:
“Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that it will happen, it will be done for him.”

🔥 THIS IS OUR WAR—BUT IT IS ALREADY WON! 🔥

To the warriors, answer the call!
To the intercessors, raise your voice!
To the leaders, stand firm in truth!

The Spirit of the Lord is moving across the First Coast, shaking foundations, breaking deception, and releasing Heaven’s agenda into the region. Every stronghold of darkness will fall, every false system will crumble, and the fire of God will consume everything that is not aligned with His Kingdom!

🔥 THIS IS NOT JUST A MOVEMENT—IT IS A HOLY COMMISSION! 🔥

Join us. Partner with the Holy Spirit. Step into your warrior assignment. The Kingdom is advancing—and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it!

🔥 THE LORD’S REMNANT IS RISING! 🔥

The Remnant is not just a scattered few—it is a divinely preserved company chosen by God, hidden for an appointed time. They have been sealed by His hand, refined by His fire, and entrusted with the fullness of His glory.

Throughout history, God has always reserved a Remnant—those who refuse to bow to the systems of compromise, who stand unwavering in their devotion to the Lord. This generation is no different. The Lord has been preparing His own, keeping them concealed until the moment of spiritual revelation.

Just as Gideon’s army hid their flaming torches inside clay pots, so has the Lord hidden His Remnant—carriers of His pure light, His undeniable glory. But the moment is coming when the Spirit of God will shatter the coverings, exposing the fire within His chosen ones! The light will pierce the darkness, break deception, and uproot every counterfeit system that has entrenched itself within the American Church.

📖 Isaiah 60:1 declares:
“Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you!”

This is the hour! The Remnant is no longer silent. They will rise in authority, moving in supernatural discernment, power, and prophetic fire to dismantle the religious structures that have held the people captive.

🔥 No more pretense.
🔥 No more deception.
🔥 No more powerless tradition disguised as truth!

The Spirit of the Lord is exposing the systems that have replaced His presence with rituals, His voice with legalism, His power with dead works. The true Church is emerging—the Church that walks in the fullness of His Spirit!

🙌 Remnant warriors, your time is now! 🙌
⚔️ Stand firm in the truth.
⚔️ Walk boldly in the anointing of the Spirit.
⚔️ Let the fire within you break the chains that have held the Bride of Christ captive!

🔥 THIS IS THE AWAKENING OF A GENERATION! 🔥

The Lord’s Remnant will no longer be hidden. The light will shine, the captives will be set free, and the glory of the Lord will shake the nations!

🔥 DISCERNMENT: THE REMNANT’S MOST POWERFUL OFFENSIVE WEAPON! 🔥

‘and to another the working of miracles, and to another prophecy [foretelling the future, speaking a new message from God to the people], and to another discernment of spirits [the ability to distinguish sound, godly doctrine from the deceptive doctrine of man-made religions and cults], to another various kinds of [unknown] tongues, and to another interpretation of tongues. ‘ (1 Corinthians 12:10, AMP)

In the realm of spiritual warfare, many focus on power, prophecy, and the authority of declarations, yet one of the most underrated but absolutely critical weapons in the arsenal of God’s Remnant warriors is discernment of spirits. This is not just a defensive gift—it is an offensive weapon, one that pierces through deception, exposes demonic strategies, and dismantles the enemy’s strongholds before they manifest!

We are living in a time when false light masquerades as truth, where the enemy has infiltrated even the highest places of influence—including governments, ministries, and movements—to subtly reshape narratives, twist doctrine, and redirect destinies.

But the Lord has given His Remnant spiritual sight, an ability to see beyond words, beyond facades, beyond manipulation. Discernment is the safeguard that prevents warriors from being led astray, and it is the sword that cuts through the spiritual darkness attempting to enslave the people of God!

🚨 DISCERNMENT AS A SHIELD AGAINST DECEPTION! 🚨

📖 2 Corinthians 11:14 warns:
“And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light.”

The enemy does not always come as the obvious adversary. He infiltrates, disguises, and mimics righteousness so convincingly that even well-meaning believers can fall prey to false teaching, misleading movements, and counterfeit spiritual authority. That is why discernment is crucial—it is the lens through which we separate what is truly of God from what is a clever imitation of the truth.

The Remnant must operate in spiritual discernment to uncover:
⚔️ False leaders—those who use the Church for control rather than kingdom advancement.
⚔️ Deceptive doctrines—teachings that twist the Word of God to align with worldly ideologies.
⚔️ Counterfeit movements—ministries that claim to walk in power but operate under man’s agenda instead of God’s Spirit.
⚔️ Hidden snares—partnerships, alliances, and assignments that appear godly but carry a subtle spirit of compromise.

🔥 DISCERNMENT AS A WEAPON TO DESTROY THE ENEMY’S PLANS! 🔥

The greatest strategy of war is foresight—knowing the enemy’s moves before they strike. And discernment is the supernatural ability to recognize strongholds, demonic assignments, and hidden agendas before they have the chance to take root.

💥 With discernment, the Remnant will:
🔥 Expose the schemes of the enemy—unmasking the hidden plans before they unfold!
🔥 See beyond surface-level deception—preventing infiltration into churches, ministries, and kingdom assignments!
🔥 Release divine strategy—equipping warriors with prophetic precision on how to counterattack!
🔥 Establish true Kingdom centers—ensuring that training grounds for warriors remain pure, consecrated, and Spirit-filled!

📖 Hebrews 5:14 declares:
“But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil.”

⚔️ DISCERNMENT MUST BE TRAINED AND SHARPENED! ⚔️

This is not a gift for the passive or the unprepared. Discernment must be cultivated through intimacy with the Holy Spirit, deep study of the Word, and a surrendered lifestyle that remains free from distraction and compromise.

🔹 WARRIORS, TRAIN YOUR EYES!—Your discernment must go beyond gut instinct. Ask the Holy Spirit for clear revelations, confirmation, and divine strategies.

🔹 INTERCESSORS, WATCH AND PRAY!—The Spirit reveals hidden dangers to those who seek Him in the secret place. Let your prayers pierce through enemy plans before they come to fruition!

🔹 PROPHETS, SPEAK BOLDLY!—As deception rises, the Remnant must stand unshaken, declaring the truth and confronting the counterfeits with Spirit-led authority!

🔥 THIS IS NOT A TIME FOR NAIVETY. THIS IS A TIME FOR SUPERNATURAL SIGHT! 🔥

The Remnant must wield the sword of discernment, standing as watchmen upon the walls, refusing to be led astray, refusing to allow the enemy to manipulate and redirect their God-given assignments!

🙌 Warriors, arise! Sharpen your discernment, wield it with wisdom, and step into this next phase of battle fully equipped! 🙌

📖 Agian, Isaiah 60:1 declares:
“Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you!”

THE TIME OF COMPROMISE IS OVER! DISCERNMENT WILL LEAD THE REMNANT INTO VICTORY!

🔥 THE TRUE REMNANT VS. THE COUNTERFEIT MOVEMENT! 🔥

This is the hour where the name “Remnant” has become a banner waved by many, yet not all who claim it carry the heart of God. There are those who have taken hold of this identity, not to serve the Kingdom, but to capitalize on the mighty move of the Holy Spirit. They cloak themselves in righteousness, yet behind the veil, their intentions are self-serving, drawing people into spiritual webs of deception, using their gifts as validation for building religious empires rather than equipping the saints.

🚨 BEWARE OF THE COUNTERFEITS! 🚨

📖 Matthew 7:15 warns:
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.”

These deceptive structures do not seek to train, equip, and release—rather, they seek to take captive, enslave, and redirect destinies for personal gain. The counterfeit Remnant seduces warriors, stealing their identity under the guise of mentorship, only to twist their calling into submission under their own agenda.

⚔️ BUT THE TRUE REMNANT HAS A DIFFERENT CALL! ⚔️

From the beginning, Remnant Warriors Ministries has been deeply anchored in loyalty to the King, His Kingdom, and His righteousness! This is not a ministry of control—it is a movement of empowerment!

🔥 The TRUE Remnant does not steal identity—it establishes identity in Christ!
🔥 The TRUE Remnant does not enslave—it equips and sends out!
🔥 The TRUE Remnant does not hoard power—it releases authority under the commissioning of the Holy Spirit!

This is a time of Apostolic equipping—a season where warriors must not merely follow but be trained to lead, to pray with supernatural authority, and to move cultural mountains into the sea through intercession!

🔥 THIS IS THE CALLING OF THE TRUE REMNANT! 🔥

The Kingdom of Heaven is not built on control—it is expanded through true discipleship! The time has come for warriors to rise in discernment, to recognize the counterfeit movements, and to boldly step into their true commission!

🙌 THIS IS NOT A SEASON OF SUBMISSION TO RELIGIOUS SYSTEMS—THIS IS A SEASON OF DIVINE ACTIVATION! 🙌

🔹 To the Remnant—walk boldly! You are called to establish the Kingdom.
🔹 To the warriors—stand firm! Your voice is meant to shake nations.
🔹 To the intercessors—pray without ceasing! Your petitions will move mountains and shift cultures.

🔥 THE TRUE REMNANT CANNOT BE STOPPED. THE KINGDOM IS ADVANCING! 🔥

And in closing I want to touch on the following part of the Mandate that the Lord has also laid upon our hearts at Remnant Warrior Ministries:

🔥 REMNANT WARRIORS OF MAINE—THE TIME TO RISE IS NOW! 🔥

The Holy Spirit is moving powerfully, and the Lord is calling His Remnant in Maine to take their place in this divine mandate! This state was never meant to be forgotten—it was destined to be a Spiritual Gate, an entry point for the Fires of Revival that will sweep across America!

For too long, the religious spirit has sat enthroned, keeping Maine bound, silencing prophetic voices, and hindering the pure flow of God’s presence. But that time has come to an end! The Lord is tearing down every counterfeit altar, dismantling every system that opposes the move of His Spirit, and restoring Maine to its rightful place as a launchpad for His glory!

I decree this passage over the State of Maine:

Romans 13:11 declares:
“Do this, knowing that this is a critical time. It is already the hour for you to awaken from your sleep [of spiritual complacency]; for our salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed [in Christ].”

🔥 MAINE SHALL BURN WITH HOLY FIRE! 🔥

From this gate, the Fires of Revival will ignite, sweeping down the East Coast, bouncing through Florida to impact California, and spreading across the West until this entire nation is set ablaze with the glory of God!

🚨 CALLING ALL WARRIORS, INTERCESSORS, AND KINGDOM BUILDERS! 🚨

📖 Joel 3:9-10 declares:
“Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Rouse the warriors! Let all the men of war draw near; let them come up. Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruning hooks into spears. Let the weak say, ‘I am strong!’”

This is not a time for hesitation—this is a time for bold action! The remnant must rise, take position, and release Heaven’s agenda over Maine!

🔥 WARRIORS, STAND YOUR GROUND!
🛡️ Refuse to let the religious spirit dictate the move of God.
🛡️ Reject false coverings that seek to silence prophetic voices.
🛡️ Declare that Maine will be a beacon of revival, not a resting place for deception!

🔥 INTERCESSORS, LIFT YOUR VOICE!
🛡️ Release prayers that shake the foundations of darkness.
🛡️ Declare the Word of the Lord over Maine until it trembles under the weight of His glory.
🛡️ Tear down every stronghold that has resisted Heaven’s invasion!

🔥 APOSTOLIC LEADERS, STEP FORWARD!
🛡️ Train and equip the next generation of warriors who will carry revival through the nation.
🛡️ Establish Kingdom centers that will function as spiritual command posts for awakening.
🛡️ Do not shrink back—this is the hour of activation!

🔥 MAINE SHALL NOT REMAIN IN CHAINS! THE GATE IS OPEN—THE FIRE IS COMING! 🔥

This movement cannot be stopped. The Lord has spoken, and His warriors will answer. We will stand, we will fight, and we will declare that Maine belongs to the Lord!

🙌 THIS IS THE AWAKENING! THE TIME IS NOW! 🙌

Join us. Partner with the Holy Spirit. Step into your warrior assignment. The Kingdom is advancing—and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it!

🔥 WHO WILL ANSWER THE CALL? WHO WILL STAND FOR MAINE? WHO WILL FIGHT FOR THIS NATION’S REVIVAL? 🔥

Let me know if you’d like even more expansion or a specific prophetic emphasis—this call is going forth in power! 🔥⚔️

~Dr. Russell Welch

Elder/ Apostolic Teacher Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

The Church at War: Enforcing Christ’s Victory

Posted: May 28, 2025 in Spiritual warfare, teaching
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, God, Jesus, kingdom growth, radical christianity, Spirit led life

The Church is engaged in a war—not a battle of flesh and blood, but a spiritual war against unseen forces. This war is not fought with earthly weapons, nor is it waged in fear or uncertainty. It is a war from victory, not for victory, because the triumph has already been won by our Lord Jesus Christ on the cross.

Through His death and resurrection, Jesus disarmed the powers of darkness, making a public spectacle of them and securing eternal victory for His people. We do not fight to gain ground—we fight to enforce the victory that has already been established. The enemy seeks to deceive, distract, and discourage, but we stand firm, clothed in the armor of God, wielding the sword of the Spirit, and advancing in the authority of Christ.

Our battle is not against people, governments, or institutions. It is against spiritual beings without bodies—principalities, powers, rulers of darkness, and forces of evil in the heavenly realms. But we do not war alone. The Spirit of God empowers us, the Word of God guides us, and the victory of Christ assures us that the enemy has already been defeated.

So, Church, rise up! Stand firm in the truth. Pray with boldness. Declare the victory of Jesus. Walk in the authority given to you by the King of Kings. The war is real, but the outcome is certain—Christ has won, and we enforce His triumph!

Enforcing Christ’s victory in our daily lives means living in the authority He has given us and standing firm against spiritual opposition. Here are some practical ways to do that:

Walk in Faith, Not Fear – Trust in the finished work of Christ and refuse to be intimidated by the enemy’s schemes.
Declare God’s Word – Speak and pray Scripture over your life, your family, and your circumstances. The Word of God is a powerful weapon.
Live in Holiness – Sin gives the enemy a foothold. Pursue righteousness and obedience to God’s commands.
Pray with Authority – Engage in spiritual warfare through prayer, interceding for yourself, others, and the world.
Put on the Armor of God – Daily equip yourself with truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, the Word, and prayer (Ephesians 6:10-18).
Resist the Enemy – When temptation or spiritual attacks come, stand firm and rebuke them in Jesus’ name.
Advance the Kingdom – Share the Gospel, love others, and serve in ways that bring light into darkness.

These steps help us live from the victory Christ has already won, ensuring that His triumph is enforced in our lives and the world around us. Our Identity in these Promises Keep Us pressing forward—With Holy Spirit’s whispers of Victory is yours!

Time tested real life experiences testify that applying these steps in your daily routine requires intentionality and consistency. Here’s how you can integrate them into your everyday life:

Start Your Day with Prayer – Before anything else, dedicate time to seek God’s presence, express gratitude, and ask for His guidance.
Read and Meditate on Scripture – Set aside time to study the Bible, whether through a reading plan, devotionals, or memorizing key verses.
Speak Life and Truth – Declare God’s promises over your life, your family, and your circumstances throughout the day.
Stay Spiritually Alert – Be mindful of spiritual battles and resist temptation by standing firm in faith.
Engage in Worship – Listen to worship music, sing praises, or simply express gratitude to God in your daily activities.
Serve Others – Look for opportunities to show Christ’s love through acts of kindness, encouragement, and generosity.
End Your Day in Reflection – Take time to review your day, repent if needed, and thank God for His faithfulness.

By making these practices a habit, you actively enforce Christ’s victory in your life and walk in His authority daily. Keep pressing forward—God is with you!

Applying these steps daily can transform your life in powerful ways. Here are some benefits you can expect:

Spiritual Strength – You’ll grow in faith and resilience, standing firm against challenges.
Peace and Confidence – Knowing Christ’s victory is already won brings deep peace and assurance.
Greater Discernment – You’ll recognize spiritual attacks and respond with wisdom.
Closer Relationship with God – Spending time in prayer and Scripture strengthens your connection with Him.
Victory Over Temptation – Living in holiness and resisting the enemy helps you overcome struggles.
Impact on Others – Your faith and obedience will inspire and encourage those around you.

These benefits help you walk in Christ’s victory daily, ensuring that His triumph is reflected in your life and the world around you. Keep pressing forward—Christ Jesus is Always with and in you!

~Dr. Russell Welch
Elder / Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

For more info on Spiritual Warfare check out my book “Warrior’s Arsenal: Equiping Prayer Warriors with the Armor of God”

The most formidable spiritual warriors are not born—they are forged through discipline, instruction, and experience.

Posted: April 12, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Remnant, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, faith, Jesus, Kingdom living, Kingdom teaching, prayer, radical christianity, Spirit led life, Spiritual warfare, spiritual-weapons-of-warfare

The following is an excerpt from my book “Warrior’s Arsenal: Equipping Prayer Warriors with the Armor of God”.

Inside this book with its close to 400 pages you will find, what I believe is, Holy Spirit inspired steps to becoming a Victorious Prayer warrior, through a wealth of battle hardened wisdom that comes from many victories, as well as many defeats.

The insights within theses pages come from my own experiences of not just my 23 years in ministry but also include the close to 45 years of being saved (Including my back-slidden years).

For one of the places I garnered the most necessary experience pertaining to Spiritual Warfare was in times of defeat, for there, I was my found myself in the deepest places of humbly asking Holy Spirit what went wrong, and in His gentle manner, He taugt me not just the error of my warfare but more importantly, what ajustments needed to be made so that I did not repeat the mistakes.

When I first wrote this book, I did so with a hope and prayer that it would find its way into the hands of youth, as they transitioned from High school, either into college or the work places, to be a took that would equip them in ways regarding Spiritual Warfre and how to hold onto to their Faith that sadly most Churches do not.

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From Stumbling Novice to Battle-Ready Warrior: Why Some Triumph While Others Falter

When facing an unseen enemy, preparation is everything. The inexperienced believer often approaches spiritual warfare with either naive enthusiasm or paralyzing fear—both equally ineffective on the battlefield of the spirit.

Perhaps you’ve felt that surge of determination after a moving sermon, only to find yourself overwhelmed and retreating when the first real skirmish arrives. Or maybe you’ve wondered why some believers seem unshakable during spiritual attacks while others crumble under the same pressure.

The answer lies not in inherent spiritual gifting but in deliberate, consistent development. Just as no soldier earns their stripes without rigorous training, no prayer warrior becomes effective through occasional, halfhearted efforts.

The most formidable spiritual warriors are not born—they are forged through discipline, instruction, and experience. This developmental process forms the foundation of spiritual fortitude, that rare and precious quality that enables believers to stand firm when everything within them wants to flee.

What many fail to recognize is that spiritual warfare mastery follows the same principles as any other significant skill acquisition. The martial artist doesn’t perfect their technique overnight, nor does the master musician develop their craft in a week.

Similarly, spiritual warfare capabilities mature through stages—from awkward beginner to seasoned veteran—each with its own challenges and victories. Understanding this progression prevents the discouragement that causes many to abandon their post before they’ve truly begun to fight.

The spiritual warrior’s path is neither mysterious nor arbitrary; it follows discernible patterns that, once understood, make growth both predictable and achievable.

Perhaps most importantly, we’ll address the patience required in this process. In an age of instant gratification, the gradual development of spiritual fortitude can feel frustratingly slow. Many abandon their training during plateaus or after setbacks, not realizing these are essential parts of the journey.

The prayer warriors who ultimately prevail aren’t necessarily those with the most dramatic spiritual experiences, but those who persevere through the unglamorous daily work of spiritual discipline. This steadfast commitment—more than any specific technique—distinguishes effective spiritual warriors from those who remain perpetually unprepared.

Spiritual warfare requires consistent practice and discipline. Just as a soldier doesn’t become battle-ready overnight, spiritual fortitude develops through regular training in spiritual disciplines. Prayer, Scripture reading, meditation, and fasting aren’t just activities—they’re training exercises that strengthen your spiritual muscles.

When practiced daily, these disciplines sharpen your spiritual senses, making you more attuned to God’s voice and more resistant to the enemy’s tactics.

You can order a copy of “Warrior’s Arsenal” here on Amazon

~Dr. Russell Welch
Elder / Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

An Urgent message to the Remnant Hubs scattered across America

Posted: February 28, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Remnant, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, God, Jesus, radical christianity, radical disciples, Remnant Army, Remnant Warriors, Spirit led life

The American aspiration for “bigger and better,” while often a driver of progress, casts a long shadow on spiritual leadership within the church.

We’ve subtly, and perhaps unintentionally, morphed servants into superstars, a concept jarringly at odds with the New Testament’s model. The early church understood leadership through the lens of sacrifice, often marked by persecution and rejection, a stark contrast to today’s perceived pathway to acclaim and influence.

This elevation of individuals to celebrity status within the church carries the insidious risk of idolatry. While the ability to reach millions through a platform is a blessing, the transformation into a “celebrity Christian” is a perilous shift.

Pastoring a congregation, large or small, is a sacred trust, but fostering personal adoration veers dangerously towards self-worship. Superstar leaders often crave affirmation, allowing their identity to be defined by fame, creating an environment of untouchability and diminished accountability.

This culture of celebrity ministry stands in stark contrast to scripture and opens doors for profound spiritual danger. Our purpose is to offer worship, not to receive it.

True spiritual leaders should find contentment in obscurity, magnifying Christ rather than their own personalities. The most gifted and anointed among us are simply servants of all, recognizing that He is everything, and we are nothing.

Therefore, those in positions of influence must vigilantly guard their hearts against the seductive allure of applause, recognition, prosperity, and power. We must embrace the cross, actively killing the desire for celebrity, and instead, directing all attention and adoration to the only One who is truly worthy.

As the American church undergoes a period of shaking and refinement, let us embrace humility and recognize that anything less than complete devotion to Christ is spiritual folly. The Lord is purifying His bride, signaling the definitive end of celebrity Christianity.

The subtle shift from relying on scripture to revering a specific pastor as the ultimate authority is a concerning trend within modern congregations. When “It is written…” is replaced with “Pastor So-and-So says…”, red flags should immediately be raised.

This elevation of individual leaders to near-infallible status fosters a dangerous environment, mirroring the pitfalls of celebrity culture and potentially obscuring the true message of faith.

The rise of these “celebrity pastors” represents a subtle but pervasive leaven within the American church, often unseen and undiscerned. The emphasis shifts from personal interpretation and engagement with the Bible to blindly following the pronouncements of a charismatic figure.

This dependence can stifle critical thinking, discourage individual spiritual growth, and ultimately create a culture of unquestioning obedience. The danger lies not necessarily in having respected leaders, but in placing them above the very foundation of the faith.

The Bible serves as the ultimate source of truth and guidance, and its teachings should be the primary focus of any congregation. When the words of a pastor, however eloquent or inspiring, begin to supersede scripture, the potential for manipulation and doctrinal drift increases significantly.

Discernment is crucial. It requires a commitment to studying scripture independently, engaging in thoughtful discussion with fellow believers, and holding leaders accountable to biblical principles.

By fostering a culture of critical thinking and emphasizing the supremacy of scripture, congregations can guard against the insidious influence of personality-driven leadership and maintain a focus on the true message of faith.

An Ordained shift in the Ecclesia Leadership

The heavens weep, not with sorrow for what is lost, but with a fervent plea, a desperate cry for the Bride to return to her first love. Like ancient Israel, seduced by the allure of earthly power and placing their faith in King Saul, humanity has too often turned away from the divine embrace, choosing instead to worship the idols of man.

We have built monuments to ourselves, placing our trust in fleeting achievements and the hollow promises of earthly kings, forgetting the eternal covenant we have with the Lord God, the source of all creation.

The air crackles with anticipation, a divine tension pregnant with possibility. The hour has struck, a now word echoing through the corridors of eternity, for a supernatural revival fire to descend. This is not a gentle warming; this is a consuming blaze, designed to purge and cleanse the House of God, to burn away the dross of complacency and lukewarm faith that has choked the life from the Church.

No longer can we afford to be passive observers, content with the embers of yesterday’s revelation. Right now, in this very moment, the Holy Spirit is not simply whispering; He is roaring.

He is fanning the flames of a long-awaited reformation, an earth-shaking movement that will not leave a single stone unturned. This is a call to radical obedience, a summons to abandon the comfort of the familiar and embrace the unknown depths of God’s will.

It is a time to tear down the idols we have erected in our hearts, to cast off the shackles of human approval, and to surrender completely to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit.

The Bride must awaken, shake off the dust of slumber, and prepare to meet her Bridegroom with a heart ablaze with passion and a spirit wholly devoted to His glory. The time for lukewarmness is over. The time for fire is now.

A Supernatural Spiritual Reset has begun….

From the dawn of creation, an hour was decreed, a moment etched into the very fabric of the cosmos. It is upon us now – the hour of ascension, the moment when the Holy Spirit-fired sons and daughters of the Lord God arise.

The universe itself has held its breath, poised on tiptoe, in fervent anticipation. Every star, every planet, every swirling nebula has been a silent witness to the unfolding drama, a cosmic stage set for this momentous occasion.

Even the ancient trees, rooted deep within the earth, stir with excitement, their branches reaching skyward in a silent, verdant applause. They herald the arrival of the Lord’s Holy and Righteous Remnant Army, a force of nature empowered by divine grace, marching forth with unwavering conviction.

Clothed in the Garments of Warfare, they stand resolute, each piece of their spiritual armor forged in the fires of faith and righteousness, imbued with the power of their Father in Heaven.

They are not warriors of earthly conquest, but guardians of spiritual truth, protectors of divine purpose. Their mission is not one of destruction, but of reclamation.

They march under the Command of the Captain of the Host of Heaven’s Army, Lord Sabaoth, Holy Spirit with His directive to first reclaim the seven mountains of influence, and once they have secured and taking possession of these Spiritual Gates, they march on to re-take the House of our God, a sanctuary tarnished by the shadows of worldly influence.

They are the beacon of hope, accompanied by the Mighty Warriors of Heaven Army, the vanguard of a spiritual revolution, driven by an unshakeable devotion to their Lord and a burning desire to restore the sanctity of His divine dwelling.

The hour has arrived. The army marches on. The world holds its breath. The restoration begins.

The question is my dear brothers and sisters of the faith, are you going to sit this one out, positioned in a place of idle complacency? Or are you ready to WAR?

~Dr. Russell Welch
Elder / Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

My Journey Through Spiritual Warfare

Posted: February 6, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Remnant, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, christianity, faith, Jesus, kingdom growth, Kingdom living, radical christianity, Spiritual warfare

A radical transformation, from the Seed of Faith to a Seasoned Warrior

From the first time I heard the phrase “Spiritual Warfare” from Derek Prince at a meeting in Portland, Maine in 1983, it planted a Spiritual seed in me. This moment was a defining point in my spiritual journey, marking the beginning of a profound transformation.

In 2002, under the mentoring of Dr. Don Lynch, the Lord poured into my life what I interpreted as a “Miracle Grow Anointing.” This anointing catalyzed a significant shift in my spiritual life, empowering me in ways I hadn’t previously experienced. Looking back, I can see how I have been in the fires of that Warfare ever since.

Some of this warfare came from the Father, in the form of pruning, purging, and purifying my walk before Him. These periods were challenging, yet they were essential in refining my character and fortifying my faith. The Father’s hand was evident in these trials, shaping me into a vessel that could withstand greater battles.

At other times, the warfare was instigated by the enemy, testing my resolve and faith in the most trying of circumstances. There were also instances when, in my immaturity, I brought warfare upon myself. These self-inflicted battles were perhaps the hardest, as they required me to confront my own weaknesses and grow beyond them.

Although I understand now that not all battles were ordained by the Father, each one was permitted by Him. The Holy Spirit has shown me how the Father has taken what the enemy meant for destruction in my life and repurposed it for my good. Each battle, regardless of its origin, has been a tool in the Father’s hands to strengthen and equip me, bringing me to where I stand today – as a seasoned warrior.

I remember the days when my prayers were full of my own words, telling the Father what I wanted Him to do. Those prayers often felt like they hit the ceiling and bounced back. It was a humbling realization that true prayer is not about directing God but aligning oneself with His will and listening to His voice.

This journey has been one of learning and unlearning, of falling and rising, and of being broken and remade. Each step, each battle, and each moment of pruning has drawn me closer to the Father and solidified my dependence on Him. Today, I stand not only as a warrior but as a testament to His grace, mercy, and unfailing love.

Through all the fires of warfare, the Father has been faithful, turning every trial into a testimony and every struggle into a stepping stone towards a deeper understanding of His purpose for my life.

And I believe that is part of my calling, to not only war in the Spirit but to teach and train-up other Warriors with Christ-like discipleship of pouring in their lives, everything the Father has poured into mine.

Which is why I can see the aspects of Spiritual Warfare being included in all the books I have written, am writing and shall write in the future.

As the lead Elder and Apostolic teacher at Highway to Heaven Church, I have spent hours praying to the Father, as just the word “Church” troubles me in the sense that He has called me to teach and train-up Warriors, I lean more towards the name Remnant Warrior Boot camp.

However, Holy Spirit keeps reminding me that even though many have been drawn to and now sit encamped in the religious meaning of “Church”, under the control of the religious spirit, which has been around since the fall of the first Adam. We must understand that there is nothing that can stand in the way of the Father’s ability to work around whatever the enemy attempts to use to slow down, or even to ultimately stop Him from reaching His Children.

I have had a number of people ask me, “Why do you always talk about Spiritual Warfare?” The answer is simple: “Because that is the spiritual lane the Father has ordained me to walk in.”

It has come with a cost; at least three times that I am aware of, the enemy sought to take me out. The first was in 2007, with a heart attack, the second was in 2020 via COVID-19, and the third was on November 13, 2023, with a stroke.

Which ironically was on the same day that I committed to the Father’s which I received a prophetic meeting, calling me to join in with other Spiritual Warriors across the nation to retake and occupy the “Spiritual Gates of Government and the Church”

Now, I have no idea how many times the Angels assigned to me have foiled the attempts of the enemy, only they and the Father know. However, I am hoping that when I finally cross through the spiritual veil of this life, to live in Paradise (Garden of Eden), I can view the replay.

So to answer the question of why I write so much about Spiritual Warfare, and the Remnant Warriors, is because that is where the Father has me, confirmed by the fact that Holy Spirit is consistently speaking to me with regard to the Remnant and Spiritual Warfare.

Over the years I have attempted to walk in a different calling, evangelist, preacher and such, however the anointing have never flowed in those areas, I didn’t not discern the Father’s hand in those positions, however when I am teaching, counseling, and writing about the Remnant and Spiritual Warfare, I can feel the passion of the Lord in and over my life.

And in all the books I have read, of those who did great exploits for the Kingdom, they all knew and had accepted the calling of the Father on their lives. And with that, the day that I accepted my calling, the realm of the spiritual opened to me, and in spite of all the attempts of satan on my life, and in time where the battle was so fierce, I have never not once felt His presence with me.

I have never had an ounce of fear overtake me during these times of engaging in Spiritual Warfare, nor the times of when the enemy attacking me physically, but rather the Spirit which cries out victory, overcomer, and more than a conqueror has risen up in me.

Friends, if you do not know what you’re calling is, or if you are attempting to operate in someone else’s calling, take some time to seek the Lord, pray and ask Him what His calling is on your life. mediate on the Word, and if Holy Spirit leads you to fast, then fast. Trust me, the Father so loves to share with His children, what His calling and ordained destiny is.

A word of caution in closing, when I say pray, I mean have a two-way conversation, ask the Father, and give Him time to respond. Holy Spirit showed me this aspect early in my walk. Remember, He had offered the Israelites the opportunity to enter into an intimate personal relationship with Him, but the rejected that offer, having still the slave mentality telling Moses, you talk to Him, and then tell us what He said, and we can see where that got them

A message of Spiritual Course Corrections

Posted: January 30, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Spirit-Wind People, Spiritual warfare
Tags: bible, Christian life, christianity, church, discipleship, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Kingdom living, Spirit led life

The following is a picture into the 20 years of life and ministry which includes set backs, detours, road blocks and many course corrections, written from a humble heart filled with gratefulness to a loving God..

This morning during my walk with Holy Spirt and the SkyBear (my German Shepherd) I was led to look back on my life since 2001.

On December 31 of that year I decided to get a fresh start and moved to Jacksonville for what I thought would be a short stay, as I came here to attend a school to get my CDL.

But Holy Spirit pointed out that it was a path ordained of the Father, for little did I know that it would lead to me attending a Church service where I would repent and rededicate my life to the Lord after 20 some years of living in rebellion.

I came down to attend a school to my CDL, which I did and started driving for a company based in Jacksonville with plans of driving around the country.

But Holy Spirt showed me that because I was avoiding the call on my life to preach the Gospel, which the Father called me to do when I was just 10 years old while sitting in a Methodist Church in Patten Maine

My plans of driving around the country, however that thought came to an abrupt end when I fell off the top of a load and messed up my right knee. This took place in the spring of 2002 Holy Spirit then showed me that the Father allowed an accident to happen so as to redirect my life to the steps that would lead me to fulfill His calling on my life.

During my recovery I decided to attend ministry school and met a man of God, Dr. Don Lynch, who became my Spiritual father.

Also during that time, I found myself looking a the Christian Mingle dating website where I happened across this beautiful Filipino, who just happened to be here on a student visa and was attending Brownsville Revival School of Ministry in Pensacola Florida.

We began chatting and during the Thanksgiving break she came to Jacksonville to visit her former pastor and his wife who had pastored a Church in Hong Kong, where she was the Sunday School teacher.

We began dating and I would drive to Pensacola where the school was and attended a number of powerful revival meetings. Then at the beginning of February (2003) I had a dream where Jesus led me to an ocean beach, He bent down and picked up two small stones and said “One of these stones has been brought here from another nation having flowed with the currents of the ocean, for the Father purposed the time when they would be joined together.

So has He brought Emilie (My wife’s name, for those who know her by her nick name Millette) to be joined with you in marriage. I was overwhelmed and went out a bought an engagement ring and decided to ask her to marry me while I visited her for Valentine’s Day.

Now do to a past of many rejections, I had to muster up all the courage I had and drive over from Jacksonville. When I arrived at the home she was staying in I got down on one knee and proposed to her.

Her answer was, No, followed by I don’t even like you that way. Well let’s just say the wind was taking out of my sails. However I had this inner peace where I knew what the Lord had said, so I simply turned it over to Him.

A couple months later while she was visiting a friend in San Diego, she called me and said she had a dream and the Lord told her she was to marry me. We made plans and she graduated in May of 2003, and we got married on June 14th of 2003.

I had a full-time job while at the same time I continued my schooling. We had some struggles but the Lord always saw us through them. Then on June 6, 2004 we were blessed with a beautiful gift from God. For on that day, my wife gave birth to our son, Joshua Karsten Welch.

The Lord had given me his first name which in Hebrew means “Yahweh is salvation” and He gave my wife his second name, which in Greek means “Anointed”. The Lord shared with me why I was to call him Joshua, for he would be the first in many generation of our family to serve him and not be taking captives to addictions or any other curse that was in our family line.

In fact He said that the anpointing He was going to place on His life, would be like the blast shofars sounding, and the sounds of the people, that saw the walls of Jericho come crumbling down. So would the generational curses be cut of by my son, Joshua obedience to the Lord’s call on his life.

Let me take a moment to share a powerful testimony. I had always suffered with migraine headaches from my childhood all the way into my adulthood. Migraines were a curse which had plagued our family for several generation. When Josh was five years old, there was a day when I was unable to do anything because of a migraine, and he begged me to take him to the park. I said your going to have to ask Jesus to take daddy’s headache away.

He leaned over me, placed his little hand on my forehead and said “Jesus, take this stupid headache off my daddy, and tell it to never return”. That headache went away instantly and I have never had a migraine since that humble, innocent hearted prayer offered up by my son.

After graduating with an associate degree in the fall of 2004, I was ordained in February of 2005 and we were led by Holy Spirit to start a ministry called Mighty Arm Ministries, which at the time primarily focused on the elderly in nursing homes.

The Lord said this is a call to be a Spiritual Gatekeeper, as these are those who are about to enter their eternal destiny. Glory to God, for during that time we witnessed a number of people accepting the Lord. My son at 6 years old played a part, as every Sunday he would go with me, knock on the doors, and say “You wanna come here Jesus”. There was a man named Doc, who every week would say “Not today preacher boy”

Then one Sunday to our surprise, he came down, then came back for several more weeks. Then one Sunday, he asked the Lord Jesus Christ to be His Lord. The very next week, he passed in his sleep, but praise the Lord, we know we will see him again one day.

In the spring of 2005 something happened that caused us to leave the Church we had attended since getting married, and I had attended since 2002. Holy Spirt showed me that the Father had allowed this so that we would start holding a Church service in a local nursing home.

Holy Spirit at the time, showed me that many in that home had the desire to go to church but none would pick them up, so the Lord said “Bring my Church to them”.

In the fall of 2005, my Spiritual father (Dr. Don Lynch) who had also left the Church, invited my wife and into attend a weekly meeting they were hosting in their home under the Ministry name the Father had given him called “Ministry Matrix”. Shortly thereafter the Lord led me to take the position known which is referred to as an “Armor Bearer”. Then in November of 2007, we were ordained as leaders in that ministry.

Thing happened that caused us to leave in the beginning of 2010, which Holy Spirt showed me this morning, that the Father had allowed, even though left due to a spirit of rebellion. We went back into doing Sunday services at the nursing home and then in the fall of that year we were invited to be part of the leadership team to launch a new Church start.

In the spring of 2013, the Lord called me to leave that Church as He had an assignment for me at a local bikers Church, pastored by Chet “Preacher man” Harden. I became the associate pastor there from 2013 up until the Spring of 2016, shortly after having a powerful life changing encounter with the Lord , which stripped me of all the religious garments I had allowed the spirit of religion to put on me, and to be honest, that encounter literally changed my whole theology.

In December of 2015, we were part of the leadership team that founded the “Riverhouse” ministry. After resigning from Highway to Heaven (On a friendly note) in the fall of 2016, I started leading a Sunday service at the Riverhouse.

In 2018 we launched the North Florida Healing rooms” which my wife and I we co-directors. Then, jumping to the fall of 2019, the enemy had some how caused division between me and the other founding leader which led my wife and I to leave that ministry.

However, again looking back on that situation this morning, Holy Spirit showed me that the Father had allowed this to happen as He had a new assignment for me. Ultimately that ministry shut down after the founder went to be with the Lord after a long battle with cancer(lesson in that for a later date).

That assignment was to become the director of a homeless rescue mission in Jacksonville Beach, which lasted until February of 2022. On August 19, 2020, my son and I visited the place of a powerful nation changing revival, Cane Ridge in Kentucky with my son. That date was actually the 219^th year anniversary of that revival. We spent about 2 hours walking around, reading the grave stones, and soaking in the presence of the Lord.

Holy Spirit spoke to me about 30 minutes after leaving there and said “The Father wants you to go back and start discipling His Children even as Jesus discipled His. I immediately said cool.

But then about an hour later, I said what does that even look like, as I have come to believe the Church as a whole has wander away from Christ-like discipleship.

He began downloading what that looked like, which started with “Jesus discipled the men who followed Him by pouring into them, everything the Father had poured into Him. So unlike giving discipleship teaching from the pulpit, or even holding weekly discipleship meeting, the style Jesus displayed was relational, interacting with each other pretty much on a daily basis.

I started to implement this at the mission, and witnessed the Lord doing some powerful works in the disciple who were at the mission. But then, in the fall of 2021, a spirit of Jezebel, jealousy, and offense took hold of a few members of the leadership. And they began conspiring again with me in the secret place of darkness.

Now, what was happening at the mission up to that point can only be described in a way that gives Glory to the Father, as a portal of Heaven was opened up there. One lesson I learned during that time was I neglected to gather intercessor for me and the mission as a whole.

Now, looking back at the time I left Highway to Heaven Church, which I previously mentioned that I left on good terms. I had actually started preaching back there once a month in 2018, then it transitioned into twice per month in 2021.

In the fall of that year, pastor Chet approached me and said he was considering retiring and wanted me to take his place. This was troubling to me, as I felt the Lord wanted me at the mission.

However, Holy Spirt showed me that I never actually asked the Father. He then showed me that during a Thanksgiving visit to Maine, He had allowed a coup to take place at the mission. What He had allowed to transpire was do to a door I unknowingly opened a door, as having been in a major spiritual battle over the mission for close to 6 months had taking its toll on me, and I began to respond out of the flesh.

This open door gave access to the spirit of disobedience to take place to where the Father’s call to make disciples as had His Son, was put on a shelf. However, having witnessed to results while the discipleship like Jesus was taking place, Holy Spirit said that it was but a foreshadow of what would be the mark of my wife and my calling.

He then shared with me that the mission was not prepared for what He desired to do there. Now from November of 2021 through January of 2022, the spiritual battle I faced every day got uglier and uglier.

I had previously mentioned my departure from the ministry led by Dr. Don Lynch. Shortly after my encounter with the Lord on March 28, 2016, Holy Spirit opened the door for Dr. Don and I for reconciliation After which I was led to lean into his mentorship more and more while at the same time, having been seated by the Lord in the spring of 2016, under the teachings of Apostle Damon Thompson. Holy Spirit also led me to attend many of the Under the Oaks meetings he has held over the years, which I still attend.

But back to the mission and Dr. Don Lynch. In January of 2022, I had multiple conversations with him regarding what was happening at the mission, then at the start of February I had a dream where the Lord said He was calling me to Shepherd the people at Highway to Heaven Church.

I shared this dream with Dr. Don who not only said he felt a witness to the dream but as he put it in classic Apostle Don Lynch fashion “Son, if God told you he wants you to do that, you’d better do it”. We ended the conversation with a “let’s get together after my heart surgery as I have somethings to share with you that I received while praying for you and your wife.

Needless to say that meeting, as a few days after his surgery, he went to be with the Lord. I took is wise advice, resigned from the mission and accepted the position of Senior Pastor at the Church.

However, I felt a loss in my life, not having a Spiritual father to run things by and on occasions have a heart check. Yes, I am most certainly matured enough to lead a Church, and even though I have spiritual sons myself, I understand and fully grasp the importance of having an Apostolic covering, as it is one of the spiritual guard rails the Lord has equipped the Church with.

Needless to say, if was a powerful meeting with Holy Spirit. If I could draw a map of what has taken place over the past 20 years, it would show my stepping off the ordained path, a series of roadblocks which lead to course corrections. In spite of the many times, in which I rebelled failing to ask the Father His desire, and took hold of the spiritual steering wheel of my life, the grace and mercy of the Father has always brought a course correction which I have to be honest almost always came with a hand of discipline.

Today, having just entered a new year, I have committed to dealing with things on a daily basis, leaving tomorrow in the wise hands of the Father. For did not our Lord say: Refuse to worry about tomorrow, but deal with each challenge that comes your way, one day at a time. Tomorrow will take care of itself.” (Matthew 6:34, TPT)

One of the early lessons Dr. Don taught me was maintaining the ability of never leave a place with offense, but rather leave with the gold that you received – meaning we are to take the good things (lessons, revelations and Kingdom truths) with us, and a heart of forgiveness and even repentance, leave the negative things behind.

So with that in mind, I am committed to living my life and all the tomorrows it has, under the governing authority of the One whom the Father sent, to lead us into all Spiritual truths, Holy Spirit.

~Dr. Russell Welch
Elder / Apostolic Teacher: Highway to Heaven Church and Founder and Shepherd of Remnant Warrior Ministries / Remnant Warrior School of Spiritual Warfare.

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