A dark battlefield. Countless dead. One man runs tirelessly, reviving the fallen. The rescued learn to revive others. Hope spreads. But then, someone builds a shelter. Others join. Before long, a castle stands where the battle once raged. From its balcony, people laugh, feast, and celebrate… blind to the dying just beyond the walls.

In this robust conversation, Colleen shares a vivid vision that the Lord impressed on her heart—an image for the Church to ponder today. Steve and Michael join her to unpack what it means for discipleship, spiritual formation, and our tendency to trade mission for comfort.

We’ll explore:

Why revival must lead to discipleship, not complacency

How “castles” in our lives pull us away from God’s call

Warning signs that we’ve drifted from the battlefield

The difference between cultural Christianity and kingdom living

How to return to our first love and re-engage in the mission of Jesus

Whether you’re new to faith or decades in, this episode will challenge you to examine your heart, your focus, and your calling.

📖 Revelation 3:17 – “You do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.”

🎧Ask yourself: Where have I left the battlefield?

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: Castles on the Battlefield

03:30 - Personal Reflections and Summer Highlights

07:45 - Vision of the Battlefield

12:45 - The Call to Revive Others 17:30 - Building Castles of Comfort

22:15 - Spiritual Complacency and Comfort

27:00 - Importance of Discipleship

32:40 - Reflections on the American Church

37:55 - Returning to Our First Love

43:20 - Practical Steps for Spiritual Alignment

48:45 - The Role of Community and Accountability

54:10 - Overcoming Distractions in Faith

59:35 - Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

1:05:00 - Final Reflections and Farewell