Disciple Makers Podcast with Torben Sondergaard

In Lesson 17 of the Kingdom School, we examine the signs Jesus gave us in Matthew 24 concerning His return and the end of the age.

Jesus compared these signs to birth pains. The signs have existed throughout history, but like contractions, they will increase in intensity and occur closer together as the birth approaches.

We look at deception, wars, famines, earthquakes, persecution, the falling away, increasing wickedness, AI, and the preaching of the gospel of the Kingdom.

This teaching is not meant to create fear, but to help us stay awake, stand firm, preach the gospel, and prepare for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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The cross is behind us. The Day of the Lord is ahead of us. Are we living in light of what is coming?

Welcome to Lesson 16 of the Kingdom School! In this lesson, we look at a message that many churches rarely speak about anymore: the return of Jesus, the coming judgment, and the blessed hope we have in Him.

Understanding that day changes how we live today. It calls us to repentance, holiness, and boldness in sharing the gospel—and gives us hope to endure through suffering.

We open the Bible and look at:

• Why the Day of the Lord will be glorious for some and dreadful for others.
• What it means to be baptized with the Holy Spirit and fire.
• Why that day should not surprise believers like a thief in the night.
• How the hope of Jesus’ appearing helps us remain faithful and ready.

At the end, I share something very personal about my dear friend Edouard, who has gone home to be with the Lord. Even while facing cancer, he was full of faith, peace, and hope. His life—and our conversations—deeply impacted me. I encourage you to watch the interview linked below.

Open your Bible, examine everything by Scripture, and let this teaching stir you to live with your eyes on Jesus and His coming Kingdom.

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Many Christians know that spiritual warfare is real. They feel the attacks in their minds and in other areas of their lives—but are we fighting this war the way the Bible teaches?

We know that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but it often feels as though it is. Should we wage spiritual war by searching for territorial spirits or confronting fallen angels? The Bible reveals where the real battlefield is, which weapons God has given us, and how we can stand firm until the enemy flees.

In this powerful lesson, you will learn:

• Why the battlefield is primarily in the mind and heart
• How lies become spiritual strongholds
• Why God’s Word is the sword of the Spirit
• How Jesus defeated temptation by declaring, “It is written”
• What Daniel teaches us about prayer and heavenly warfare
• Why Paul prayed for wisdom, revelation, and spiritual understanding
• How to overcome fear, condemnation, pride, bitterness, and anxiety
• What it truly means to put on the armor of God

We overcome lies with truth, fear with faith, condemnation with grace, pride with humility, bitterness with forgiveness, and anxiety with prayer.

Victory begins with the truth.

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Have you ever wondered why the world is the way it is? Why is there so much deception, darkness, persecution, and spiritual confusion?

Is the Bible primarily a story about heaven and hell? Or is it the story of two kingdoms at war—the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan?

In this lesson, we lay an important foundation for understanding the spiritual world. Beginning in Genesis and continuing through the teachings of Jesus, we discover how the Bible reveals two kingdoms, two fathers, two seeds, and a battle that has been taking place since the fall of man.

This understanding changes how we read Scripture, how we understand salvation, and how we recognize the spiritual battle taking place all around us—and within our own hearts.

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When did the New Covenant actually begin? Was it at Jesus' birth, at the cross, at the resurrection, or on the Day of Pentecost?

Is the Day of Pentecost just for Pentecostal people and only about speaking in tongues? Or is it the beginning of something much greater that points us toward the return of Christ?

In this lesson, we take a fresh look at the Book of Acts and discover how the giving of the Holy Spirit was the fulfillment of God's promise through the prophets. We will see that salvation is not merely a moment but a journey—from justification, through sanctification, to the final glorification when Christ returns.

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This is a very special episode. 

My good friend Edouard is a faithful disciple, a fruitful leader, and a man who has helped many people in France and other countries come to Jesus and grow as disciples. But right now, he is facing a very serious battle with cancer. The doctors have said they have no more treatment to offer. And yet, this is not a story without hope. I

In this powerful and emotional conversation, we talk openly about: 

• cancer 

• healing 

• suffering 

• faith 

• disappointment 

• the kingdom of God 

• the resurrection 

• and the hope we have in Christ 

This is not a shallow conversation. It is honest, real, deep, and full of eternal perspective. We still believe in healing. We still pray for miracles. But at the same time, we understand that our ultimate hope is not in this life alone, but in the kingdom to come. 

Edouard and Torben have a real conversation about what they have learned through suffering, and how their faith has actually grown deeper in the middle of it all. Edouard also shares what God has done in France in recent years and how grateful he is to have lived a life of discipleship and fruitfulness. 

I believe this podcast will touch many of you deeply. 

Please watch, pray for Edouard, and share this with others who need hope, perspective, and encouragement. 

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Because of a right heart and a humble attitude, they saw doors open that had never opened before. 

Over the last few years, around 60 people have been baptized — many of them in a simple bathtub — and many more lives have been transformed. 

This is not about taking over churches. It’s about serving, loving, and letting fruit grow over time. 

You don’t want to miss this story.

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Most Christians believe in God. But how many truly know Him? 

In this episode, we talk about the difference between: 

• Knowing about God 

• And actually knowing God 

There is a huge difference between theology and intimacy. Between information and relationship. Between correct doctrine and walking with the Holy Spirit. 

📖 John 17:3 — “This is eternal life: that they know You…” Jesus didn’t say, “I never heard about you.” He said, “I never knew you.” 

That is relational language. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Olivier (France/Canada), currently visiting our school in Mexico. 

Together we talk about: 

🔥 What biblical “knowing” really means 

🔥 How to move from head knowledge to heart reality 

🔥 Practical ways to cultivate intimacy with God 

🔥 A word to pastors and leaders 

🔥 Why Acts Christianity was relational 

If you want more than religion… If you want real life with God… This episode is for you. 

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There is a lot happening in the church right now. Sin is being exposed. Well-known ministers are being revealed to have lived double lives. 

Videos are coming out that are shaking many people. Today we talk about that — but we also go deeper. Not just what is happening, but why. What is the real issue beneath the surface? And what is it that very few are talking about? 

In this episode of the Disciple Makers Podcast, I’m joined by my close friend Jon. We speak honestly about sin in the church, our responsibility as believers, and what Scripture actually says about judging inside the church — not the world. 

This is not a polished studio conversation. I’m on the road. This is real life. Real ministry. Real discipleship. 

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What does it really mean to be “free indeed”?

Jesus said:
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)

Yet many believers truly love Jesus—yet they are still bound.
They want to live free, but they keep struggling with the same sin again and again.

In Episode 2 of the Disciple Makers Podcast, we talk about a truth many avoid:

👉 A half gospel cannot produce real freedom.

In this episode:
 • We unpack John 8:31–36 and what Jesus meant by true freedom
 • We address the lie that “we will always be sinners”
 • We reject both extremes: endless bondage and sinless perfection
 • We share Joah’s powerful testimony—from hidden struggle to real freedom
 • We speak directly to pastors and leaders about our responsibility
 • We show how repentance, baptism, discipleship, and obedience belong together

This is not about condemnation.
This is about freedom.

And to be clear: we do not preach sinless perfection.
We preach freedom from being slaves to sin.

Movements begin with the right seed.
If the seed is wrong, the fruit will be wrong.

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