Sunday November 8, 2026Sunday November 8, 2026
Lance Johnson Ministries
There’s no doubt about the amount of useless things we spend our money on today. But what about the things we waste money on that are actually harmful to us? Would we be willing to give them up? In Bishop Lance’s message today, he shares with you that
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Burning Idols and Breaking Addictions with Bishop Lance Johnson
Episode Overview
- Every person has a significant call from God that is based on His power, not their natural ability.
- True freedom from addictions and idols requires a willing, radical surrender of harmful habits and possessions.
- Spiritual strongholds, not just laws or politics, drive much of the brokenness seen in addiction and sexual perversion.
- Being filled with the Holy Spirit is presented as essential for living out God’s purpose and experiencing deep transformation.
- Obedience to God is a present choice, not something to be delayed until a perfect moment or emotional experience.
“God never calls you according to your ability.”
How do people cope with the challenges of staying sober? This message from Bishop Lance Johnson leans hard into that question, tying everyday struggles with addiction, idolatry and harmful habits to a much bigger spiritual battle. Drawing from Acts 19, Johnson paints a vivid picture of a city so shaken by faith that people brought out their “methamphetamines, their heroin, their pornography, their alcohol, their witchcraft materials” and burned them, representing millions of dollars in surrendered idols.
It’s a blunt reminder that some of the things we spend money on aren’t just useless, they’re actively destroying us.
You’ll hear Johnson insist that “every one of us have a call from God”, stressing that this call isn’t based on academic degrees, natural talent or personal strength: “God never calls you according to your ability.” Instead, he argues that lasting change – whether from addiction, sexual brokenness or other strongholds – only happens through the power of the Holy Spirit and a willingness to obey right now, not at some future “aha” moment.
The tone is fiery, direct and unapologetic. Johnson speaks to people tangled up in alcohol, drugs, pornography and other compulsions, but also to those sitting comfortably in church while quietly serving modern idols. He challenges the idea that problems can be fixed purely through politics or laws, insisting they’re rooted in spiritual issues that need spiritual answers.
For anyone in recovery, or supporting someone who is, this episode pushes you to think about what you might still be holding back – the habits, relationships or comforts you’re reluctant to put on the “bonfire” for God. It’s intense, but aimed at stirring courage, honesty and a deeper sense of purpose. If you’re ready to ask what your life could look like fully surrendered, this message might be the jolt you’ve been waiting for.
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