Beyond Sundays

Spiritual warfare isn’t just a dramatic, extreme idea—it’s a daily reality most people don’t even realize they’re living in.

This week on Beyond Sundays, we’re digging into what spiritual warfare actually is (and what it isn’t). Is it all demons and chaos, or is it something more subtle and internal? Are we overthinking it… or completely missing it?

We also talk about why culture seems more spiritual than ever—while being more resistant to the church—and what that means for believers trying to follow Jesus faithfully.

And maybe most importantly:
Are we living with the authority we’ve actually been given?

• What spiritual warfare really looks like in everyday life
• The difference between influence, oppression, and possession
• What Bible passages like Ephesians 6:12 and 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 reveal
• Why culture is drawn to things like manifestation, horoscopes, and tarot
• The tension between spirituality and submission
• What it actually means to resist the enemy
• Practical, grounded ways to engage in spiritual warfare without becoming fearful or extreme

Spiritual warfare isn’t about fear—it’s about awareness and authority.
And the battle you’ve been trying to fix naturally… might actually be spiritual.

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Hannah and Matt consider an odd passage in the book of Jude that pits the archangel Michael against Satan in a dispute over Moses' body. What is going on here? What does it say about our need to always clap back and have the last word? They talk about that and so much more!

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Hannah and Matt dive into the matrix of fear, faith, and signs. When following Jesus as Christians, how do we deal with asking for signs to affirm what God has told us? What happens when He answers? What if He doesn't? And how is fear wrapped up in this story?

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What if everything you thought about angels… is off?

In Episode 63, The Bible’s Angel Problem, we dig into one of the most misunderstood topics in Christianity. Are angels really what we picture—or have we been shaped more by culture than Scripture?

We unpack common assumptions, explore how Jewish theology approaches angels, and refocus on what the Bible actually reveals about their purpose and activity.

• Why biblical angels are often terrifying encounters

• The difference between Christian imagination and Jewish theology

• What the word angel actually means

• Whether angels have free will

• What angels are doing in the world today

This conversation pushes past the clichés and into a deeper, more grounded understanding of the unseen world.

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How many people live their lives spiritually stuck in almost?

In this episode of Beyond Sundays, we explore the quiet danger of stopping just short of what God has called us to do.

Looking at Israel’s story in Book of Numbers, we discuss how fear, comfort, and hesitation led them to settle near the Promised Land instead of stepping fully into it.

Almost didn’t feel rebellious.
It felt responsible.
It felt safe.

And that same tension shows up in our lives today.

In this conversation we talk about:

• Why fear often disguises itself as wisdom
• What “almost obedience” looks like in everyday life
• How comfort can slowly replace calling
• The hidden cost of living close to God’s promises but never entering them
• The courage it takes to finally cross over

When Israel eventually entered the land under Joshua, the promise didn’t remove the battles. It simply positioned them where God wanted them to be.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between security and obedience, this episode is for you.

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Do miracles still happen — or did they end with the apostles?

In Episode 61, we explore whether the Bible teaches that miraculous gifts like prophecy, tongues, and healing have ceased.

We define cessationism, explain why many thoughtful Christians hold the view, and carefully examine the key passages often cited in the debate — especially 1 Corinthians 13:8–10 and Hebrews 2:3–4.

Along the way we also discuss:

• The significance of Acts of the Apostles 2

• Ongoing instructions in 1 Corinthians 14

• Prayer for healing in James 5

• Warnings about false signs in Matthew 7:22–23

We ask practical questions like:
Can God still heal?
Should Christians expect miracles?
How should believers evaluate miracle claims wisely and biblically?

Our goal isn’t to stir controversy — it’s to think carefully, stay rooted in Scripture, and pursue clarity over caricature.

If you’ve ever wrestled with this issue, this episode is for you.

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What does the Bible really mean when it talks about Satan? Is he a literal being, a role, a symbol of systemic evil—or something more complex?

In this episode of Beyond Sundays, Hannah leads a thoughtful, honest conversation exploring how Scripture presents Satan and why our understanding matters for fear, temptation, and faith.

We talk about:
• The “satan” in Job—role or name?
• New Testament portrayals like the tempter and the dragon
• Why Christianity rejects cosmic dualism
• Augustine’s idea that evil is a privation of good
• Satan as a singular adversary vs. collective opposition
• How our beliefs about evil shape how we live

This episode isn’t about speculation—it’s about understanding Scripture faithfully while keeping our eyes on Jesus.

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Question of the week: What was your biggest fear as a kid—and how did it shape how you think about evil today?

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What happens when your faith feels… empty?

In this honest episode of Beyond Sundays, we talk about spiritual dry seasons—the times when God feels distant, prayers feel flat, and faith feels like work instead of joy. Are these seasons normal? Did we do something wrong? And what should we do when the feelings disappear?

We share personal stories, look at what Scripture says about desert seasons, and talk about practical steps to stay grounded when faith feels hard.

In this episode:
• Real stories of spiritual dry seasons
• The myth of constant spiritual highs
• What NOT to do when faith feels empty
• What TO do instead
• A “Desert Survival Kit” of practical ideas

Biblical anchors discussed:
Psalm 13, Job, Lamentations 3, 1 Kings 19, Hebrews 10:25, Luke 18, Matthew 26, 2 Corinthians 12

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t feel God anymore,” this episode is for you. You’re not alone—and deserts don’t mean God is gone.

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On this episode of Beyond Sundays, Hannah leads a deeply honest conversation about something many Christians wrestle with quietly: forgiveness vs. boundaries.

We talk about the tension between what we were taught growing up and what real life often looks like. What does forgiveness actually mean internally? What does it not require? And how do boundaries protect our hearts without punishing others?

In this episode we cover:
• Why forgiveness and reconciliation aren’t always the same
• How forgiveness shows up slowly over time
• What healthy boundaries look like in families and churches
• Loving people without giving full access
• The version of faith we might need to unlearn

We also kick things off with a little Super Bowl chat and wrap up with what we learned and how we can live this out in everyday life.

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Most of us were introduced to Genesis in Sunday School—simple stories, clear answers, and tidy conclusions. But when you actually sit down and read Genesis for yourself, it’s anything but simple.

In this episode of Beyond Sundays, we wrestle with the gap between the “Sunday School version” of Genesis and the story Scripture actually tells. We explore unsettling questions surrounding Cain, the land of Nod, and why the text seems to assume more people than we remember being taught about. Along the way, we ask whether faith was ever meant to stop growing at a child’s reading level.

This isn’t about tearing down Scripture—it’s about taking it seriously enough to read it closely, honestly, and without fear.

Because maybe faith doesn’t break when the answers get harder…
Maybe it deepens.

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