Tag: Spiritual Warfare

The focus is understanding spiritual warfare as warring between two laws: natural law and spiritual law. Exploring the contrast of visible and invisible dominions in the earth and in heaven that begins and ends under the control of God. Travel through the journey with the author and readers sharing as a global community. Subscribe to Servant Leadership Now platform for updates. You can also share via Social Media platforms. Welcome to a place of support with bulluckg.com

Faith and Fighting: Finding Strength in Struggles

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

“Lord, Help”

Faith and fighting – Another loss, another tragedy, another challenge. Yes, I understand when life seems to tear at your heart, it seems that the death angel is knocking at your door. Thus, how can you stand when you really want to throw the towel in the ring? First of all, more than you or I can count, this is the mindset of many during trouble. When the world around you becomes so impoverished, troublesome, and sorrowful, they wish to give up. But today, I say, “Do not give up.” Fighting for strength is a movement toward your victory. Call out, “Lord, help.”

“Calm the Storm”

Calm the storm. Bring it to a whisper. Still the waves. Peace be still! Your wish is for darkness of the night? Yes, in that space, you feel hidden from the world. Thoughts of despair bring you more misery. That is because that is the purpose of darkness. It is to occupy the mindset in stillness! To cause you immobility. On the other hand, it is only temporary. Joy can come in your morning. It takes a move, one step at a time. Within hours, physically, night turns into another day that you must encounter. You awake to take breaths again. Breathe in and exhale this moment.

Healing Brokenness

Today, right now, I speak a space where the brokenness can heal. There is only one who can change your rivers, your storms into dry places. Let Him in. The dry places can then turn into fields of springs that nourish the soul. You are worth it to Him. God wants your cause (wastelands) to become fruitful places. Yes, you need His strength to fight the storm and change course of the winds. You are in a test of trust!

Tested Character in a Fight

Tests are not meant to make you feel great. Tests are stressful. They are evasive. Perhaps, an intrusion for you. Your coach is one who is very familiar with tests; in fact, He designed them for our growth. What now?

In a fight, it is about character. While physical strength is important in the natural world, it is character that gives victory. As an example, Gideon, is one who lived in a time of oppression of his people (Judges 6). Gideon did not choose this battle. Like Jonah, it was God’s choosing of a human for God’s glory. “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!” Those were the words of God’s angel to Gideon (verse 12).

If You Are God

Gideon wanted proof that this was God’s assignment for his life. In fact, he asked, if the Lord is with us, then why are we going through these troubles? And where are all His miracles which our fathers told us about, saying, He is a deliverer of the people.

Imagine the shock to Gideon. Here in a place, hiding out, as not to be seen, yet Gideon is an answer to Israel’s plight. Why Gideon? Why not Gideon? More pointedly, God’s choice is His to make because all creation is His.

Where’s the Beef?

Do you remember that popular beef commercial – Where’s the beef? Gideon asked God to show him signs of this calling. Afterall, a wise person does not enter into battle without considering the cost. Contrast, the character of Jonah (Jonah 1) and Gideon about God’s assignment. Because of individuality, their responses to God’s assignment did differ. Jonah’s response landed him in the belly of a great fish. Whereas Gideon’s was a request of show me “the beef.” Show me that You are with me.

“Fight for me in the storm, Dear God. Lord, help.”

God already knows your emotions. You cannot hide what you feel from Him. Oppression, sorrow, trouble, and uncontrollable events are a part of life. You do not always feel strong, bold, and beautiful. Events can rock your world. God’s faithfulness is far above the clouds. Like Gideon, you have questions. I pray that God lift you out of your storm and His glory make you shine. Is this what you desire?

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December 4, 2025

Leaders Must Avoid Dangerous Reefs in Business

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Leaders must avoid the dangerous reefs. This is to be aware of dangerous reefs because they can shipwreck you! Jude only wrote one chapter scripture, but the lessons in his text are powerful. Let us begin with understanding a little about his analogy of leaders and dangerous physical reefs. Where are your reefs?

Marine Life and Reefs

First, we draw your attention to the physical meaning of reefs. Marine shipwrecks, created by humans, become artificial reefs. The ideal is to allow shipwrecks or wreckage to lie undisturbed on the ocean floor. Of course, this impacts marine life. There are similarities and differences in marine life between shipwrecks, which serve as artificial reefs, and natural reef habitats. Both artificial and natural spaces provide a home for fish, algae, and other living organisms. However, researchers found a difference in the organisms that gather around a shipwreck compared to those in natural spaces. For instance, the production of fish varieties increases around artificial reefs in comparison to natural habitats.

Although the intentional submersion of large objects in oceans has long been a practice of humans, this activity alters the ecosystem of marine life. The result is also a change in ocean composition. For example, chemical changes occur in the ocean’s water. As a result, these submersions alter the natural habitat, even at a distance from the shipwreck.

Exposure to Environmental Risks

Another consideration regarding reefs is the impact on air quality from shipwrecks used as artificial reefs. Even though researchers find some ecological benefits to artificial reefs, there are environmental risks that must not be ignored. In fact, our human lives depend on good air quality. Marine life is important to the air we breathe because oceans release oxygen. Ships consist of materials such as wood and metal. They decompose. Sinking ships can damage the natural habitats of our beautiful system of coral reefs (Shipwrecks As Artificial Reefs) and carry oil pollutants, bacteria, and other contaminants into the water supply. This process thereby influences the breakdown of photosynthesis and air quality.

Dangerous Human Reefs

Spiritually, Jude compares this phenomenon to ministry leadership. He uses this as an analogy to warn church leaders about the impact of human reefs. He warns the leaders about fellowship with humans who are like dangerous reefs (Jude 1:12). In his words, they care only for themselves. As trees in autumn, they do not bear fruit because they do not plant in soil that produces strong roots (Jude 1:13). In fact, these people are grumblers and complainers, and they operate as flatterers to get what they want (verse 16). Moreover, dangerous human reefs divide people. They carry pollutants and contaminate. Therefore, as a leader, the question becomes, “How should a leader respond to dangerous human reefs among you?”

Dealing with Human Reefs

Jude, as a leader, deals with this from a spiritual yet intelligent response. Further in the text, he offers these suggestions for caring for the people that they lead. Leaders:

build each other up
pray in the power of the Holy Spirit
remain faithful
show mercy to those who faith is wavering
rescue others by snatching them from such flames of judgment

Yet, leaders ask, “What does this leadership look like in your natural world?” Successful companies in the business world recognize the value of good leadership traits. Although the terminology differs, the concept is the same for the servant leader. The mindset is scripturally grounded.

In the article “To Be a Leader, Model These 9 Traits” by Forbes Magazine, the view of a servant leader emphasizes spiritual connections. For instance, these leaders are self-aware, accountable, ask powerful questions, generous, and are change agents. Their focus is to serve others. Discern. Check your mindset to ensure that you recognize dangerous human reefs and act within the boundaries of wisdom.

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October 22, 2025

The Servant Leadership NOW Group

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes

Who is The Servant Leadership NOW Group? The Servant Leadership NOW Group is a private Facebook group. It is a collective support system for growth. The Servant Leadership NOW Group consists of believers in Christ Jesus. The people are from different places of worship geographically. Additionally, it serves as a support system that fosters mutual accountability and respect – a safe space. Why? Simply, we all face trials and tribulations in this world. One of the reasons for our existence is to consistently pray for one another through small prayer groups. Second, whether we are in the United States or across borders, our shared mission is to bring others to Christ. How is this done?

Group Administrator

The group administrator monitors the posts. It is essential to protect and consider the content. Messages are meant to encourage and not lose sight of purpose. Within the group, there is a belief that we can be more productive at times as a small group. The smaller groups provide safe spaces for members to share as a central ministry unit. For example, prayer circles are personal yet pray for the corporate body of Christ. Members who are not a part of a daily prayer group can view other members’ prayer sessions through Facebook. The Group Administrator can share these times with members.

Makeup of the Team

Another important factor is that, with the exception of a few, each member of this group is personally known by the group administrator. All members have the expressed means to share with others outside of the group. They also have the means to request that others join based on the group’s focus and accountability. However, a person who makes such a request must personally know the individual. Know your circle of friends!

Quality Over Quantity

In this season, there is a lot of talk about statistics. However, it is the mission of The Servant Leadership NOW Group to not neglect that the focus is ministry. Ministry is to serve others. Everything must be done to serve others. Content is through the Scriptures to move others to mature and grow in Christ. It pleases the Lord when one comes to Him. Therefore, a lost sheep, when he is found, means more. Truly, it is easy to lose sight of the desire to increase stats. But God favors “Quality over Quantity.”

Finally, the ministry of working together is meant to fulfill and mature in kingdom work.

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September 24, 2025

Unlikely Servant Leaders

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Moses

Moses is often cited as a well-known, unlikely servant leader example. His calling was from God (Exodus 3:1-12). When Moses was called to lead, the Scripture tells us that he was not over-joyed for several reasons. First of all, he had murdered an Egyptian soldier. Second, Moses felt inadequate to lead because of a speech impediment. But his reason can be a reminder that whatever our imperfections, God is our strength – Our Source – Our El Shaddai. Knowing this brings comfort. Take the view that this is an opportunity to walk in your purpose. He can remove the anxiety to help you step up to your assignment. God is able and willing to provide the resources for our assignments (God even sent Aaron as a support to Moses).

More than that, keep in mind that Moses was the designated leader. The assigned purpose – lead the children of Israel out of slavery into the Promise Land, Exodus. What it must have felt like for Moses to meet God face-to-face! Even the miraculous signs were that of God’s performance through him. Yes, an imperfect man called by the Perfect God!

Leadership by God is for the Kingdom of God!

Ruby – Servant Leaders: Required Forgiveness

Please God try to forgive those people.  Because even if they say those bad things, they don’t know what they’re doing. So, You could forgive them, just like You did those folks a long time ago 
When they said terrible things about You.  - 
-Ruby Bridges

This was the daily prayer of a little girl from the South, Ruby Bridges, as she faced a mob while she walked to school. Simply because they did not want her to integrate their school. Although she was forced to comply to a court order, it made no difference to them. The hate was larger than their love. Her skin color was problematic to them. But for this kindergartener trusted that God was greater than any hate and anyone. In fact, she said this was a lesson she learned from her Sunday School teacher and parents. For as much, she did not consider herself brave; rather, she considered herself loved by God and God loved everyone.

Her stance – trust in God will see her through.

Oprah Among Unlikely Servant Leaders

Unlikely leaders are identifiable by how they treat others. Even though your resume by man’s standards is not reflective of your potential, remember the Creator knows your very substance. Read this person’s resume:

As a young child, this resume read:

Born in poverty in rural Kosciusko, Mississippi in 1954
Named after the biblical figure in the Book of Ruth (Orpah)
Born out of wedlock to a teen-age mother and young father
Learned to read by age 3
Raised by a God-fearing, abusive grandmother until the age of 6
Relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to live in a single-parent home
Raped by a cousin at the age of 9
Continued physical and sexual abuse by other male relatives and Mother’s boyfriend
Ran away from home at the age of 13
Became pregnant at the age of 14; child died after giving birth
Sent to live with strict father and stepmom in Nashville, Tennessee

In contrast to man’s standards, this does not seem to be the resume of a billionaire woman. Yet it is. It is the beginnings of a media mogul, Oprah Winfrey.

In summary, examples of servant leaders are ordinary people who must fulfill purpose by the faithful God. Click here for more about this subject – do not fret for you will prevail.

“A servant leader must not forget that leadership is for the Kingdom of God.” – Bulluck

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The blessed brings forth fruit in its season. Their leaf do not wither. Whatever that person goes, there is prosperity. It is more than financial and material possessions. That is not that person’s value. It is more than silver, gold, or rubies. It is joy. That person knows where their wealth comes from. The Lord provides all of their needs. Their trust in the Lord is true prosperity. It does not cease. It is incorruptible.

July 23, 2025

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Prayer – A Healthy Attitude

Prayer is a great part of being healthy for the servant leader. We examine the meaning and power of prayer in our lives. First instance, what is your attitude toward God as your Heavenly Father? Is it the opportunity given to know God? It is through prayer that we can speak and seek to know the will of God. Your attitude is important to God. God looks at the attitude of the heart. What is attitude? Attitude is defined as a settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person’s behavior (Bing). Biblically, the word attitude is the desire or commitment to be more Christ-like. Through prayer, daily, we can seek him.

Hence, God did not say a perfect prayer is the requirement to know him. Jesus, the only perfect One, has already prayed that prayer – the prayer of perfection. He is the Father listening to His children.

What should our attitude be? Our attitude should be wanting to pray the will of God for our lives. It means you are willing to be guided by His Spirit. Why? Because God knows what is best for us. That is the attitude that pleases Him. That is the commitment to be more like him.

Prayer – Interceding of The Holy Spirit

Second, what does it mean that the Holy Spirit will help us with the attitude of prayer? The scriptures teach that the Holy Spirit knows the mind of God because He is a part of God and He resides within those who receive Him. For example, the scripture states in John 14:26 NIV, the Holy Spirit will teach you all things; He is here to remind us of what God has said. Jesus told the people that this comforter is from the Father. The language of God is known by the Holy Spirit. Isaiah 55:8-9 tells us that we do not know the thoughts and ways of God. His thoughts and ways are higher than ours. For instance, think of traveling to an unfamiliar land. You need a map or GPS as your guide. Thus, the Holy Spirit is our guide for traveling this journey. He knows the thoughts and ways of God. Hence, our attitude should be to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to pray for the will of our Creator for our lives

Prayer – the Belief System – Whatever You Ask

Third, when it comes to prayer and attitude, God wants us to put our trust in Him. Mark 11:22-25 defines this as a system of trust. The opposite of trust (faith) is doubt. Faith, Hebrews 11:1, is putting your trust in God when you do not know. The LB (Living Bible) scripture states, it is the confident assurance that something we want is going to happen. It is certain that what we hope for is waiting for us, even though we cannot see it up ahead. Therefore, do not doubt that God will answer your prayer (James 1:6-8).

Fourth, our prayer attitude is connected to forgiveness (a hard place to be). Yes, forgiveness is another requirement. God does not expect us to tackle forgiveness without his help. A heart for God can bring us to forgiveness, even of those who seek your life, (Acts 7:59). Ask the Holy Spirit to help you forgive anyone that you have a grudge against. Why? Because you want forgiveness for your sins. Faith in Him!

Disobedience Limits the Blessings of Prayer

God is a good Father who chastises his children. He sets the standard. He honors obedience in his children. Disobedience will limit what God wants to do for us. He wants us to walk in his blessings because of faith in him. What happens when we refuse to listen? God will judge and only He is qualified to do so because He is the creator. For example, God told the prophet Jeremiah to stop praying for these people in this time of trouble; this is recorded in Jeremiah 11:14. Time and time again, God was merciful; yet the people did not heed the warnings that He gave. Whereas, they had to suffer the consequences of disobedience. Hence, “Did God not deal justly? Did not God set the standard of obedience?” Furthermore, in the natural, what is your take about obedience? Our attitude should be that “hard heads produce hard knocks.” God gives new mercy every day, but we are held accountable for what we do. If he did not love us, he would not chastise us. Blessed is His name!

A Loving Attitude in Prayer

A loving attitude in prayer boosts the relationship with God. Richard Foster said this about prayer. “It is an enduring, continuing, growing love relationship with the God of the universe.” To be effective is to invite a love response. God responds to us and we show our thanks toward Him. This love relationship establishes a pattern and grow us spiritually.

Father Andrew Greeley (1928-2013 in his book Love Affair: A Prayer Journal, casts God in the likeness of one who is excited about the love letters from His people. Imagine how your word of adoration is pleasing to the Creator. Dr. Robert Schuller (1926-2015), book entitled Positive Prayers for Power-Filled Living, continues to be one of inspiration and love for God.

Love Power, Lord! No problem is too big for your power. No person is too small for your love! Hallelujah! – Robert Schuller (d. 2015)

Efferent (carrying out) Prayer

We invite you to view the attitude of prayer as a way to make you a healthier person. God wants to transform us toward His will. Through prayer, we gain access to Our Heavenly Father and speak His will. This is the efferent prayer that God wants: an attitude toward His will. We invite you to browse our blog posts which are meant for a healthy mind, body and spirit – God’s wellness plan is eternal.

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July 23, 2024

Prayer in the Morning – Morning Glory Prayer

Welcome to early morning Prayer. Start your morning in Prayer. Welcome to this time of prayer in the morning with us. Click here to listen. It is good to say, “I will praise You, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will tell You of Your marvelous works. I will be glad and rejoice in the day for You know my cause; You know my name and You desire that I seek You. You desire to be my helper. Yes, it is good to run to You early in the morning. Early in the morning, I desire to lift my voice in praise and admiration to You. I desire to give thanks and make my requests known; yes, You, O Lord, already know my needs. Already, I am blessed with new mercy for the day.” #prayer, #prayertime

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