2026: A Year of Warfare — The Call and Commission of IntercessorsBy Pastor Gary HobanAs we step into 2026, I write with both a burden and a fire in my spirit. I am reminded that in November 2025 the Lord spoke clearly that 2026 is a year pf warfare. There is a clear and unmistakable sense that we are entering a year marked by intensified spiritual warfare. This is not a time for passive Christianity or casual prayer. This is a defining season.For those called to intercession, this year represents both a warning and an invitation: a warning that the battle is real and escalating, and an invitation to take our place on the front lines of prayer with renewed authority, clarity, and perseverance.What we are witnessing across the nations is not merely political instability, economic uncertainty, or cultural upheaval. These are surface level manifestations of a much deeper spiritual conflict. There is a clash of kingdoms unfolding before us, the Kingdom of God advancing, and the kingdom of darkness resisting with increased aggression.For intercessors, this is both a sobering reality and a divine invitation.A Year of Escalation in the SpiritThere are moments in history where spiritual activity intensifies—where the battle lines become more defined and the stakes are heightened. I believe 2026 is one of those moments.There is a clash of kingdoms underway, the kingdom of light advancing against the resistance of darkness.We are seeing an acceleration of deception, a redefinition of truth, and a growing hostility toward righteousness. There is confusion in the world and, at times, even within the Church. But we must understand this clearly: confusion is not random, it is strategic. The enemy thrives in confusion, distortion, and distraction.Yet in the midst of this escalation, God is also raising up a people who will not be shaken. He is calling forth intercessors who will see beyond the natural and engage with precision in the spirit.This is not a year to be reactive. It is a year to be prophetic.The question is not whether God will move.The question is: will we respond?Intercessors, the hour is upon us. Stand firm. Lift your voice. Engage the battle.And watch as heaven responds.Until next timeStay in the BlessingsI really want to encourage you to be diligent with your Bible study time, because God has so much more for us than we can get from just going to church once or twice a week and hearing someone else talk about the Word.When you spend time with God, your life will change in amazing ways, because God is a Redeemer.Theres nothing thats too hard for Him, and He can make you whole, spirit, soul and body!You’re important to God, and you’re important to us at The Refinery.When it comes to prayer, we believe that God wants to meet your needs and reveal His promises to you.So whatever you’re concerned about and need prayer for we want to be here for you! Or even if you just want to say Hi, you can contact us at www.refinerylife.org2026 WILL BE A TIME OF WARFARE.This episode is brought to you by Refinery Life Australia:If you enjoy The Refinery Life Radio Podcast you can help support The Refinery by doing the following:Join our Telegram Channel https://t.me/IntercessorsforAustralia Sow an offering:Bitcoin: bc1qqh6720t2zagj72dyfj348az698tdut3hlecaj4Online: https://www.refinerylife.org/donate/If you do send an offering then please email us so that we can say thank youSubscribe oniTunes | Spotify  | YouTube | TuneIn | Rumble | Zap.Stream | Fountain |Share The Refinery with your friends and familySubscribe to the newsletter on www.refinerylife.orgFollow The Refinery on Twitter | Nostr | Instagram | Fountain