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A Cry to Return: Reclaiming the Discipleship Model of Jesus

Posted: July 8, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Spirit-Wind People
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There is a groan rising from the heart of the Father—a cry echoing through the corridors of time, calling His Church back to the way of the Master. It is not a call to innovation, but to restoration. Not to strategy, but to surrender. Not to programs, but to people.

Jesus didn’t disciple from a pulpit. He discipled from a place of proximity. He didn’t build a brand—He built a brotherhood. He didn’t create consumers—He raised up carriers of the Kingdom. And He did it face to face.

From the twelve He called, He drew four into deeper intimacy—Peter, James, John, and Andrew. With them, He walked, wept, corrected, and commissioned. He poured into them everything the Father had poured into Him. And in turn, they poured into the others. This was not a hierarchy of control—it was a holy rhythm of impartation. It was the divine pattern: from the Father to the Son, from the Son to the disciple, and from the disciple to the world.

This model—relational, intentional, and incarnational—was the foundation of the early Church. For nearly four centuries after Pentecost, this was how the Gospel advanced. Not through cathedrals, but through kitchens. Not through institutions, but through intimacy. Disciples made disciples, and the world was turned upside down.

But then came Rome—and the fire became a form.
Then came Greece—and the mystery became a philosophy.
Then came America—and the mission became a marketplace.

What was once a movement became a monument.
What was once a family became a franchise.
What was once a fire became a formula.

Today, many churches have traded the model of Christ for the methods of culture. Discipleship has been outsourced to programs, seminars, and branded curriculums. Pastors are treated like CEOs. Congregants are treated like customers. And the goal is no longer transformation—it’s retention.

We have built systems that are efficient but not eternal. We have created structures that are scalable but not spiritual. We have trained people to follow a church, a doctrine, a personality—but not a Person. We have made disciples of denominations, not disciples of Jesus.

And the fruit is evident.

We have churches full of attenders but empty of disciples.
We have leaders who are celebrated but not consecrated.
We have believers who know the language of faith but not the life of it.

But Heaven is not silent. The Spirit is not still.
The winds of reformation are blowing again.

The Holy Spirit is re-forming the Church—not around platforms, but around people. Not around programs, but around presence. He is calling us back to the table. Back to the fire. Back to the face-to-face.

This is not a nostalgic longing for the past. It is a prophetic summons for the future. The Church of tomorrow must be built on the foundation of Christ’s model—not man’s machinery. We must return to the way of the Master.

Jesus didn’t say, “Go and build churches.”
He said, “Go and make disciples.”
And He showed us how.

He walked with them.
He lived among them.
He taught them in the streets, in the fields, in the storms.
He corrected them in love.
He empowered them with truth.
And then He sent them with fire.

This is the model we must reclaim.
This is the fire we must rekindle.
This is the blueprint we must rebuild.

Religion builds hierarchy. It demands allegiance to a system. It creates disciples of doctrine, not disciples of Jesus. It elevates the pulpit and forgets the person. It teaches people to worship pastors and defend denominations, rather than to walk with the Lord of all creation.

But the Kingdom is different.
The Kingdom is relational.
The Kingdom is incarnational.
The Kingdom is built on love, not leverage.

So I plead with you, Church—return.
Return to the face-to-face.
Return to the fire.
Return to the way of the Master.

Let us raise up a generation who walk as Jesus walked.
Who disciple as Jesus discipled.
Who love as Jesus loved.

Let us build not with bricks, but with lives.
Not with programs, but with presence.
Not with systems, but with sons and daughters.

📖 “He appointed twelve that they might be with Him and that He might send them out…” — Mark 3:14
📖 “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” — Matthew 28:19

Let the Remnant decree:

We, the sons and daughters of the Most High God, stand in the authority of the blood of Jesus,
clothed in righteousness, armed with truth, and awakened by the Spirit of the Living God.

We decree this day:

That the Church shall return to the model of the Master—to the face-to-face, life-on-life, Spirit-led discipleship that Jesus Himself walked in and imparted.

We renounce the counterfeit systems of religion—discipleship built on programs, platforms, and personalities. We break agreement with the spirit of hierarchy, control, and celebrity. We cast down every model that exalts itself above the knowledge of Christ.

We declare:
The days of shallow Christianity are over.
The days of spectatorship are over.
The days of man-made disciples are over.

We call forth a reformation of discipleship—rooted in relationship, fueled by the fire of the Holy Spirit, and patterned after the life of Jesus.

We decree that the Remnant shall rise—
not as passive believers, but as burning ones.
Not as churchgoers, but as Kingdom carriers.
Not as consumers, but as commissioned sons and daughters.

We declare that the war is raging—and the time for preparation is now. We will not send untrained soldiers into battle. We will not raise orphans when Heaven has called us to raise heirs.

We prophesy:
That the wilderness shall become a training ground.
That the secret place shall become the strategy room.
That the table of fellowship shall become the altar of transformation.

We call the Church back to the fire.
Back to the feet of Jesus.
Back to the way of the cross.
Back to the face-to-face.

We decree that every disciple raised in this hour shall walk in the authority of Christ, carry the compassion of Christ, and manifest the character of Christ.

We declare that creation is groaning—not for more sermons, but for sons. Not for more buildings, but for builders. Not for more religion, but for revelation.

And we say:
Let the sons and daughters of Yahweh arise!
Let them be trained, tried, and transformed!
Let them be sent into the harvest fields with fire in their bones
and the Word of the Lord in their mouths!

We decree:
That the Church shall no longer make disciples of denominations, but disciples of the King. That we shall no longer raise up followers of men, but followers of the Lamb.

This is the hour.
This is the call.
This is the decree.

🔥 Return to Christ-like discipleship.
🔥 Prepare the Remnant for war.
🔥 Let the sons and daughters arise.

In the name of Yeshua, the Captain of the Lord’s Host, we seal this decree.

Amen and amen.

The time is now.
The call is clear.
The model is Christ.

Let us return.

~Dr. Russell Welch

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

Smiling Assassins & Counterfeit Covenants: A Warning to the Watchmen

Posted: June 25, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Remnant, Spirit-Wind People, Spiritual warfare
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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
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“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

Remnant Warrior Ministries – The Vision & Mandate.

Posted: June 16, 2025 in Prophetic, Remnant, Spirit-Wind People, Spiritual warfare, Uncategorized
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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!

📖 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 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 Holy Remnant vs. Religious Institutions: God’s Answer in This Hour

Posted: June 12, 2025 in Prophetic, Remnant, teaching
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For generations, religious institutions built by man have stood as towering structures—grand in appearance, massive in influence, and seemingly unshakable. Yet beneath the surface, many of these institutions have traded holiness for human strategies, exchanged divine encounters for market-driven growth, and embraced cultural relevance at the cost of biblical truth. But God’s answer has never been found in religious empires. His answer is found in His Holy Remnant.

The Religious Institution: Form Without Power

Religious institutions often function as well-oiled machines, designed to captivate the masses with polished sermons, well-organized programs, and marketing strategies that mirror the corporate world. The focus is often placed on numbers—church attendance, social influence, financial expansion—measuring success by worldly standards rather than spiritual depth.

Many of these institutions, though outwardly thriving, are inwardly compromised. They cling to seeker-sensitive models that dilute the truth of the gospel to make it more palatable to the modern culture. Messages become motivational rather than transformational, appealing rather than convicting. The presence of God, once sought in desperation, is now scheduled into services with precision, yet rarely truly encountered.

In the name of relevance, many have abandoned reverence. Truth is softened, repentance is overlooked, and holiness is dismissed as outdated. They operate on strategy instead of Spirit, elevating human wisdom over divine guidance. Growth is pursued not through revival, but through consultants and business models. And while these institutions expand in influence, they lack the power that was evident in the early Church—the kind of power that shakes foundations, heals the sick, and overturns the works of the enemy.

The Holy Remnant: Marked by God’s Presence

In stark contrast, the Holy Remnant is not defined by numbers, grandeur, or influence. They are hidden, set apart, refined by fire, and consumed by an unshakable devotion to Christ. They are not concerned with appearance but with presence—the presence of God that cannot be fabricated or manipulated but must be earnestly pursued.

Unlike the institution built by man, the remnant does not bow to cultural trends. They refuse to compromise truth for popularity, choosing instead to stand firm even when the world rejects them. They are governed by the Holy Spirit, not church boards or leadership strategies. Their gatherings are not orchestrated performances but sacred assemblies where the power of God moves freely.

The Holy Remnant understands the urgency of the hour. They are aware of the deception infiltrating the Church and the spiritual battle raging over nations. While many within institutionalized Christianity are distracted by programs and social status, the remnant is interceding, discerning, and advancing the Kingdom in ways unseen by the masses.

They carry the fire of revival—a fire that cannot be extinguished by opposition, persecution, or rejection. Like the early Church, they gather in small groups, in secret places, wherever the Spirit leads. They may not have the platforms of religious leaders, but they have the favor of God. And it is through them that true transformation is coming.

God’s Answer Is Found in His Remnant

At this critical hour, God is not looking for institutions; He is looking for surrendered hearts. The answer to the crisis facing the Church and the world is not found in larger congregations or refined religious systems—it is found in the humble, devoted, Spirit-led believers who carry the mantle of the remnant.

God has always used a remnant to shift history. When Israel turned away from Him, He preserved a remnant. When wickedness ruled, He raised up prophets. When the religious leaders rejected Christ, He birthed the early Church through a small group of radical followers. And today, in the shadows of religious empires, He is once again raising up His remnant.

The remnant is His answer. They walk in kingdom authority, speak with prophetic clarity, and live in unwavering faith. They are not concerned with trends or titles but with the advancement of God’s will on the earth. Where religion has failed, the remnant will prevail. Where institutions have compromised, the remnant will stand. And through them, revival will come.

The Call to the Remnant

Are you among them? Will you choose to be set apart rather than blend in? Will you stand in truth, walk in holiness, and seek His presence above all else?

Now is the time. The remnant is rising. Will you answer the call?

~Dr. Russell Welch

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

Holy Spirit took me to revisit a 20 year old dream today…

Posted: May 23, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Remnant
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There are many parallels between the natural and the spiritual. Take for example some of the most decorated soldiers In school they we not always the popular one, often times they led a quiet life, with no fan base or groups of fellow students to cheer them on, kind of like Gideon, the Shepherd boy who turned king, and the disciples whom Jesus chose.

In fact most students wanted to be amongst the popular ones, or just to be friends with them, even though it could and often duid cost them their own integrity, to where they basically sold out their destiny to gain access to what they deemed as that of societal value.

Yet in the spiritual realm, these quiet ones who quietly went about their own business with no desire to be noiticed, were labeled arch enemy number #1 by the forces of darkness.

Now, people looked at them through spiritual eyes, they may have just picked up on the inward tenacity that fueled their warrior spirit within them.

The same could be said for the modern-day Church landscape, where many want to be part of the “popular Church”. You know, the big Church with a grand ole production of entertainment in their services, big screens and smoke machine. Because after all. they must be authentic, just look at how many people they have drawn, and the money they are receiving. Campuses are being built in the most affluent and popular neighborhoods.

Now, for the record, I am not claiming that they all fit in this class, however, I want to share a dream I had 20 years ago.

Now this was a very real-life dream where I found myself standing next to a man who showed me a picture of a mega Church which by all accounts on the surface looked like it was prospering, and it was also adding to the Kingdom.

But upon a closer look, the man beside me revealed it was actually a grave yard of stolen destinies, where like Esau, they had sold their destiny for a temporary fix, a hunger they felt needed to be filled,

He then took me in the spirit to now be standing in front of what appeared to be a rundown Church, the paint on the outside was peeling, the cross on the steeple was a little crooked, and once inside you could see the carpet was worn, the pews were outdated, the choir books where held together with what looked like duct tape – yet up at the front where the altar was, something powerful was happening.

As we walked up there I saw what seemed to be all the members of that congregation, from the youngest to the oldest and they were all on their knees unified in praying as their voices blended into one strong voice, where each member was happily praying in agreement with the others in the group.

Then I was taken from that scene and found myself in a room where I saw a person on a hospital bed, the machines attached to them had just been turned off, and the medical personnel had started to turn away, when all of sudden, a streaming light came through the ceiling and touched their head, and all at once the person on the bed rose up, and shout Thank you Jesus.

Then I was whisked in the spirit to a dark alley way, where I saw an individual whose body had been withered down to skin and bones, and this individual was about to stick their arm with yet another needle, when all of a sudden a man, who was surrounded by light reached out and touched their shoulder, and immediately health came back into their body, their pale like death white skin began to shine like the light around the one who had just touched them.

From the place of a very deep and dark prison of addiction, they walked out of the chains that had bound them. Then just like the one who had just touched them they began going through the alley touching others, and the sound of chains dropping to the ground began to resound through the whole alley way, even to the point that people walking on the enjoining streets could hear the sound.

Then once again, I was taken in the spirit to a bedroom where a young women was crying on the edge of the bed, where she held a pill in her hand, I noticed the writing on the box next to her bed which read, morning after pill. she was crying and asking the Lord to forgive her, but she could not keep the child in her any longer.

All of sudden the man who had been accompanying me stood beside her and I suddenly noticed that He had long white hair. He walked over and stood beside her, where He reached out and gently grabbed her hands, and spoke with a voice that sounded like a thousand rivers, softly rushing through a canyon. He said its ok daughter, I am here now and I will be with you from this day forward, you are greatly loved, and this child inside you is not a mistake, for I have blessed you with this child, knowing the loving mother you shall be to her.

And then I found myself back in that little Church and realized that each person there was not concerned with what the building looked like, or the part of town it was located in. Suddenly I began to discern as I stood there that these were the faithful ones, spoken of in Revelation 12:11, those who could care less about what people thought about them, or what their building looked like, for their days were consumed with the assignments that the Father had given them, knowing their faithfulness and steadfastness.

As I turned, I noticed something that I hadn’t noticed when I first saw the sanctuary, although now seeing it, and due to its showing the signs of having been there for years, with a hill of spent candle wax on the floor, was a golden candle stand, with six spent candles, and one candle which was still burning ever so brightly.

So my dear brothers and sisters, are you driven to belong to the popular crown, do you have to be part of the big show? Or does your heart burn with the same passion for the world as does the heart of our Lord.

If you said yes to the atter, ask Holy Spirit to direct you to a Kingdom family whose whole focus is on the King, His Kingdom and His Righteousness.

And remember, Big isn’t always better, sometimes the small thigs have a greatest impact.

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

Which leadership model is of the Kingdom?

Posted: April 23, 2025 in disciples life, Kingdom Teaching, Spirit-Wind People, teaching
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In January of 2022, as the Lord freed me from my service as director at a rescue and recovery mission in Jacksonville beach, to that of the lead Elder at a Church my wife and I had been in relationship with since 2012. As I accepted the role of leadership at Highway to Heaven Church, I did so not just by my inclination but the wise council of a couple of apostolic elders the Lord has placed in my life.

Before I accepted it, having received the council from others,  I continued to seek the Lord for several more days. On the seventh day I listened as Holy Spirit delivered the Lord’s mandate on this transition. “You must follow My lead and return this congregation back to the original intent for my Ecclesia, and allow Me to teach them through you to reset the house to where it stands on the foundational teaching of the Gospel of my Kingdom.

 Until it is established on that foundation, you will see no increase, but when that foundation is established, I will begin sending those for whom I ordained to co-labor with this Kingdom family.

But heed this warning, do not teach them to follower you, or to listen to your voice alone. You must allow Holy Spirit to train them to follow the One true God who dwells in you, even as He dwells in them”.

Ever since I received that commissioning, I have not strayed from the mandate He gave me.

If we are honest we can discern that the vast majority of the Church today struggles in the area of leadership in many ways. Take for example, how often have you heard someone quoting their pastor more than they do the scriptures? Or have you ever attended a “Gathering” where they claim there is no leadership needed in the New Testament Church?

Now a true student of the Word would be lead by the Spirit to interpret Paul’s writings in the New Testament that emphasize submitting to Christ and His teachings, but do not emphasis to submit completely to Paul himself or to any other human authority, even within the church.

While Paul serves as an apostle and a teacher of the gospel, the ultimate authority in the Christian faith and practice is Christ.

Elaboration:

Submission to Christ:

Paul’s writings, particularly in Ephesians, encourage Christians to “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ”. This implies that Christians should submit to one another, reflecting the love and humility of Christ, rather than prioritizing their own opinions or desires.

Paul as an Apostle and Teacher:

Paul is recognized as a key apostle and teacher of the gospel, and his writings offer valuable guidance for Christians. However, his authority comes from his position as an apostle and teacher, not from a claim to ultimate authority over the Christian faith.

Christ as the Head of the Church:

Paul often uses the metaphor of the Church as the body of Christ, with Christ as the Head. This implies that Christ’s teachings and leadership should be the guiding principles for the Church, not the teachings of any particular apostle or human leader.

Avoiding Human Authority:

Paul’s writings also caution against elevating any individual or group to a position of excessive authority, even within the church. Instead, Christians are encouraged to seek guidance from Holy Spirit and rthe the scriptures as well as to cultivate humility and respect for one another, reflecting the humility and service of Christ.

Submission to One Another:

Paul’s writings in Ephesians and other letters also emphasize the importance of mutual submission among Christians. This means that Christians should willingly defer to one another’s needs, opinions, and gifts, rather than seeking to dominate or control others.

Focus on Christ’s Love and Sacrifice:

Paul’s writings consistently highlight the love and sacrifice of Christ as the foundation of the Christian faith. Christians are called to love and serve one another, mirroring Christ’s own love and self-sacrifice.

Now I am in no way implying that there are NO leaders in the Church. In fact, I have witnessed the restoration of true Ecclesia leadership over the past 2 decades as Holy Spirit has been restoring the Apostolic leadership in the Church.

What does this mean?

With a renewed revelation of the Christ centered and led leadership,  it’s also very important that we understand that while this re-alignment has been taking place, satan has been busy infiltrating the Church with his own false apostles, those who are power hungry and seek not just the adoration of the people, but almost demand their loyalty to them and them alone.

 Such are they who twist such scriptures such that speak of the power of Christ, to that of their own power. Case in point Revelation 12:11, which in the KJV reads:

 “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death”.

 Their twist in this passage of scripture is they prefer to re-direct the attention of the people by replacing the focus as not so much on the Blood of the Lamb but on them and their leadership by the boasting of what “they’ve” done, thus everyone needs to die to their own needs so that they can attend to the needs of the Church leadership.

I have found that out of all the translations out there I am most keen to the passion translation, especially with regard to this passage of scripture as I believe it turns it into something that one could actually hear Jesus telling John:

 “They conquered him completely through the blood of the Lamb and the powerful word of his testimony. They triumphed because they did not love and cling to their own lives, even when faced with death”.

Wow, this brings it home with no room for misinterpretation as to being about Christ, and the powerful deeds that He has done in and through our lives. Even when the enemy comes to try and boost your ego and stir up your pride, the response of the child of God immediately deflates the enemy’s attempt as they respond with. “No you have it all wrong, it was not me that did this, but He who dwells in me, the Lord God”.

Now, if you find yourself under such a leader, pause, and seek the Lord, ask Him if this individual is of His Kingdom or that of the enemy. Holy Spirit will guide you. I have found that true leaders in the Body of Christ are just like the Lord, desiring that those they are discipling to grow and mature into doing even greater deeds than they themselves. They guide, correct and direct from the resevour of Christ’s love in them, never to boost their own image but to encourage the very image of the Lord in others to shine brightly.

~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 Huguenot’s: Divine Whispers in a Persecuted Faith

Posted: April 22, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Remnant
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May 1, 2025 will be the 463rd Anniversary of the French Huguenots arriving in America, more specifically, right here in Jacksonville Florida in a park resting at the head of the St. Johns River, called Huguenot Park.

I was first introduced to the history of the Huguenots while attending Heritage School of Ministry located here in Jacksonville back in 2003, through a man that would go onto to be my spiritual father, Dr. Don Lynch.

For some reason, the story resonated within me, compelling me to study their history. Then in and around 2014, I met a man that I would later start a ministry called the RiverHouse which was a prophetic and Healing ministry, which included the North Florida healing rooms. He had been studying them for a number of years, and offered a great wealth of knowledge pertaining to them.

In 2018, we were blessed to have Ana Mendez Ferrell join us and lead us in a meeting of repentance, and reconciliation with regard to the slaughter of these precious followers of Jesus Christ, whose only desire was to establish a land (country) where Christ could be worshipped freely and in truth.

In celebration of this anniversary, I would like to share a bit about the Huguenot history, especially with the historical records of the flames of revival that they carried and brought here to North America.

But also to prayerfully light a flame in the prayer warriors in this region that read this and encourage them to join me is asking the Father to “Do it again Abba, do it again” …. For I know the Lord is about to do something here in Jacksonville and the State of Florida, as I can feel the intensity that is stirring in the spiritual realm and considering this is a “Open Door” year, let our decrees be heard on Earth and in Heaven…

The Unexpected Vessels
The dawn of the Huguenot revival unveiled a phenomenon that defied conventional understanding. Children, some barely able to form complete sentences in everyday conversation, stood before congregations delivering impassioned sermons with eloquence that stunned witnesses.

Records from the early 18th century document hundreds of cases where young children, between the ages of three and twelve, spontaneously began to preach with a depth of theological understanding that seemed impossible given their limited education and life experience.

These children emerged primarily in the Cévennes region of France, where Huguenot communities faced increasing persecution following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685.

Like morning dew collecting on the smallest, most overlooked blades of grass, divine inspiration settled upon the least expected members of the Huguenot community.

These tiny vessels, overlooked by authorities and often dismissed even by their own families, suddenly became conduits for messages that both comforted the faithful and challenged the religious establishment.

Their small frames would tremble, their eyes would close, and from their lips would flow words carrying the weight of centuries of theological tradition, yet delivered with a freshness that reinvigorated waning faith.

Historical accounts reveal that these child preachers typically entered trance-like states before delivering their messages. Witnesses described physical manifestations accompanying these episodes: trembling, falling to the ground, and speaking with altered voices that carried unusual power and resonance.

Jean Cavalier, who later became a military leader in the Camisard rebellion, recorded seeing his young cousin “taken by the Spirit” at age six, delivering a sermon on repentance that moved hardened adults to tears.

The child had no recollection of the event afterward, supporting the community’s belief that these were genuine divine interventions rather than rehearsed performances. The phenomenon spread rapidly through the Protestant communities of southern France.

Contemporary accounts suggest that by 1701, in some villages, nearly every child from certain families exhibited these preaching abilities at some point. Catholic authorities and skeptics attributed the occurrences to mass hysteria, parental coaching, or even demonic possession.

However, the consistency of theological content across sermons delivered by children who had never met, combined with the impossibility of such young minds comprehending the complex biblical allusions they referenced, convinced many observers that something extraordinary was occurring.

These child preachers offered hope during a period of intense persecution. Following Louis XIV’s campaign to eliminate Protestantism from France, Huguenot pastors were exiled or executed, churches demolished, and religious gatherings forbidden. Into this spiritual vacuum stepped children who could not possibly have been formally trained in theology, yet who spoke with authority on matters of faith.

Their messages typically focused on themes of perseverance, divine justice, and the importance of maintaining faith despite persecution. One particularly remarkable case involved a four-year-old girl named Marie Dalière who, in 1702, delivered a series of sermons warning of impending judgment against persecutors while offering comfort to the faithful.

The physical toll of these preaching episodes was evident. Children often collapsed afterward, exhausted and unable to remember what they had said. Parents reported that their children maintained ordinary childlike behavior before and after these episodes, showing no special religious inclination in their day-to-day lives.

This stark contrast between their normal childish behavior and their transformed state during preaching sessions reinforced the community’s belief that these were genuine instances of divine inspiration rather than practiced performances.

What makes this phenomenon particularly remarkable is the sharp contrast between these children’s limited cognitive development and the sophisticated content of their preaching. Developmental psychology tells us that children at ages three to seven typically struggle with abstract concepts and complex language.

Their thinking remains concrete, their vocabulary limited, and their grasp of metaphorical language minimal. Yet these young Huguenot preachers employed complex theological concepts, referenced obscure biblical passages, and used rhetorical devices that would challenge educated adults.

Like uncarved blocks of marble suddenly revealing masterful sculptures without the touch of a human chisel, these children displayed abilities that transcended ordinary developmental processes. Their messages emerged fully formed, articulate and profound, without the gradual learning curve that characterizes normal skill acquisition.

This inexplicable leap in capability convinced witnesses they were observing something beyond natural explanation—a divine intervention that purposefully used the weakest members of society to deliver the strongest messages.

If God could speak profound truths through the mouths of three-year-olds who could barely form sentences in everyday conversation, what does this reveal about our fundamental assumptions regarding who is qualified to convey divine wisdom?

Tongues of Fire
Among the most extraordinary aspects of the child prophets’ phenomenon was their apparent ability to speak in languages they had never learned. Historical records document numerous instances of young Huguenot children suddenly able to deliver messages in languages including Latin, Greek, Hebrew, and various dialects they had never been exposed to.

This manifestation, reminiscent of the biblical account of Pentecost, became known as xenoglossia—speaking in actual, identifiable languages unknown to the speaker.

Antoine Court, a Huguenot pastor who initially approached the child prophet phenomenon with skepticism, documented several verified cases where children with no educational background suddenly spoke in perfect Latin or Greek, languages that even most adults in their communities could not understand.

The significance of these unlearned languages extended far beyond mere linguistic curiosity. In an era when Latin remained the language of scholarship and Greek and Hebrew were considered essential for serious biblical study, the sudden ability of uneducated children to speak these languages carried profound theological implications.

The educated elite had long maintained their religious authority partly through their exclusive access to these sacred languages. When illiterate children suddenly began quoting Hebrew scripture with perfect pronunciation and explaining Greek theological concepts with precision, the boundaries between the learned and unlearned dramatically collapsed.

Witnesses frequently documented their amazement at this linguistic phenomenon. Jean-Pierre Maurice, a Swiss pastor who visited the Cévennes region in 1707 to investigate reports of child prophets, recorded hearing an eight-year-old shepherd boy deliver a complex theological argument in flawless Latin, then switch to what appeared to be ancient Hebrew for several minutes of prophetic utterance.

Maurice, who was himself educated in classical languages, wrote: “Having tested the boy afterward, I can attest he has no knowledge of Latin in his normal state, nor can he recognize even the most basic Hebrew characters. Yet in his inspired condition, his command of these tongues exceeds that of many university scholars.”

Imagine a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis with the ability to navigate precisely to a destination it has never seen, guided by instincts it cannot explain.

Similarly, these children emerged from their ordinary consciousness into prophetic states carrying linguistic abilities that transcended their natural capacities, speaking with a fluency and depth that suggested access to knowledge beyond their personal experience or education.

Let us peition Heaven to pour this powerful anointing out upon His faithful in this generation in the mighty name of Yeshua

~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
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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.

The Holy Remnant: A Call to Faithfulness in a World of Compromise

Posted: January 15, 2025 in Kingdom Teaching, Prophetic, Remnant
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In an age characterized by moral ambiguity and spiritual dilution, the concept of a “remnant” holds profound significance for believers.

Defined as “that which remains” or “a distinct part of a larger whole,” the term captures the essence of a devoted group within the Christian faith that remains steadfast in their commitment to God.

New Testament verses which refer to a faithful “remnant” ([Biblical Greek]: λεῖμμα, romanized: leîmma) include [Romans 11:5], where Paulr efers back to Old Testament examples, and [Revelation 12:17] (“And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ”)

This passage in scripture (Revelations 12:17) is not referring to the lack luster Christian, who goes to Church on Sunday and lives like a heathen the rest of the week. Those who sit year after year under a leadership that is made up by those who feed off of a compromised religious system. Such congregations are likened to the Laodicean Church in scripture.

The Laodicean Church was a Christian community in the ancient city of Laodicea, which is now located in Turkey. It was established during the beginning of the New Testament Church, the earliest period of Christianity.

What is the Laodicean Church known for?

It’s one of the Seven churches of Asia addressed by name in the Book of Revelation

It’s the only church in the group that receives no praise from Jesus, only rebuke

The church was spiritually blind and complacent

What does the Bible say about the Laodicean Church?

The church is mentioned in Colossians 2:1, Colossians 4:13-16, Revelation 1:11, and Revelation 3:14-22

Jesus’ message to the church is found in Revelation 3:14-22

Jesus condemns the church for being neither cold nor hot

Jesus counsels the church to repent and apply a spiritual eye-salve

So, as a true student of the Holy Word of the Lord, we must study from the seat of viewing the scriptures in proper context. And with regard to Revelation 12:17, we can clearly see that this passage comes on the heels of Revelation 12:11.

Which giving what is written in verse 17, is a direct reference to the Remnant of the Lord “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death”.

As we navigate these last days, there emerges a compelling belief that God is actively calling forth a Holy Remnant Church (Ecclesia)—an assembly of individuals dedicated to living out the teachings of Jesus Christ with fervor and purity.

This remnant is not merely a fraction of the church; it represents the core of the True Church, the Body and Bride of Christ, standing in stark contrast to the apostate congregations that pervade our contemporary religious landscape.

The phenomenon of individuals leaving traditional organized churches to pursue a deeper relationship with God is both striking and significant. As people seek authenticity in their faith, many find themselves drawn to a community that prioritizes simplicity in worship, doctrinal purity, and a profound understanding of Scripture.

This shift is often misinterpreted by establishment Christianity, yet it signifies a divine calling to embrace a life that is wholly dedicated to Christ. The Remnant Church is emerging as a response to societal distractions, materialism, and the convoluted ideologies that have infiltrated mainstream religious institutions.

In what is perceived as a time of testing, this remnant is being prepared to “stand” for truth and to fulfill the Great Commission and Great Commandment in a world that desperately needs hope.

At the heart of the Remnant Church lies an unwavering commitment to the Word of God. Its members are individuals who recognize their identity as sons and daughters of God, guided by the Holy Spirit in their quest for deeper intimacy with Christ.

As they diligently study the Scriptures, they embody the characteristics of the Bereans, who were commended for their eagerness to receive and examine the Word.

This hunger for God’s truth fosters a community that operates not in self-importance but in humility, understanding that their purpose is to reflect the love and power of God in their lives.

The Remnant Church does not seek glory for itself but desires to magnify the greatness of God. Moreover, the Remnant Church stands firmly against the encroachment of pagan ideologies and humanistic beliefs that have tainted many contemporary congregations.

It is a community that prioritizes the teachings of Jesus and the doctrines of the early Church, ensuring that their faith remains unadulterated. This commitment to biblical truth is not without its challenges. As history has shown, those who adhere to the pure Gospel often face persecution.

The apostle Paul warned of such trials—both to Timothy and the Philippians—reminding believers that living godly in Christ Jesus will inevitably attract opposition.

Yet, the Remnant Church is undeterred, fully embracing the reality that sacrifice and suffering are part of their calling. In conclusion, as we find ourselves in a world rife with confusion and moral decay, the call to be part of the Remnant Church resonates more than ever.

This is a call to emulate the early Church of Acts—a community marked by faith, sacrifice, and a willingness to turn the world upside down for the sake of the Gospel.

The Remnant Church is not simply a group; it is a movement of individuals who are collectively committed to honoring God amidst adversities, proclaiming the truth of Scripture, and serving as a beacon of hope in a desperate world.

As believers, we are invited to respond to this divine invitation, embracing our role in the Remnant Church and standing firm in our faith until the very end.

If this message speaks to you, and you have a inner longing to be part of such a Kingdom family, seek direction from Holy Spirit. For I believe that Heaven has strategical been raising up such Remnant Congregations throughout the nation, many which are regional, with some states having multiple congregation connected to each other, with all five gifts in operation.

But be aware, if you find comfort in the tradition setting of “Church”, you may not find that within these congregations, and very rarely do you find such within the context of either the “Mega-Church” setting nor the rising popularity of the Franchised Church model led by a celebrity charismatic pastor.

In fact I have found that many of these Congregations are small in size, anywhere from a handful to a few hundred members, functioning under the religious radar of popularity.

However, these Kingdom families are well known within the demonic realm for the authority and power of Christ that they wield. In truth, none of these Congregation desire to be in the lime light, for they burn with a passionate fire seeking but to bring attention to their King Jesus, His Kingdom and His Righteousness.

~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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