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What does it mean that Jesus still has scars after the resurrection? Why does He breathe on His disciples? And what is the significance of Mary Magdalene’s encounter in the garden?

In this powerful follow-up to Episode 1, Tim and Steve explore John 20:11–23, uncovering deep truths about identity, commissioning, and the Spirit-breathed birth of the Church.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Mary Magdalene as the first apostle
• Jesus’ command: “Do not cling to me”
• Peace as more than a greeting—it’s a commissioning
• The new creation breath of the Spirit
• Resurrection life in a wounded world

🟢 Listen now and be encouraged to live as a Spirit-filled witness to the risen Christ.

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We're back with a brand-new series on the Impact Nations Podcast—this time, digging deep into the resurrection of Jesus.

Tim and Steve Stewart kick things off with the Gospel of John and explore how three often-overlooked details—the folded face cloth, the angels inside the tomb, and Jesus being mistaken as a gardener—are actually rich with theological meaning and profound relevance for our lives today.

📌 In this episode:

• What the folded face cloth reveals about Jesus and Moses
• How the angels point to the reestablishment of the mercy seat
• Why Jesus as a gardener is more than just a case of mistaken identity
• What the resurrection means for our own humanity
• How to see Jesus clearly in places of grief, darkness, and death
• The role of the resurrection in Christian creeds and Church tradition
• Practical encouragement for walking by faith—not by sight

This is the first of six episodes in a journey through John and Luke's post-resurrection accounts. Let’s explore what it means to live resurrection life today.

📖 Scripture References:
John 20, 1 Corinthians 15, Jeremiah 31, Exodus 37, Genesis 1, Proverbs 8

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This week, we revisit a listener favorite: a deeply enriching conversation with theologian and author Dr. Bradley Jersak. Together with Tim and Steve Stewart, Dr. Jersak unpacks the meaning, history, and spiritual depth of liturgy in Christian tradition—and how it still speaks powerfully today.

📝 In this episode:

• What liturgy is and how it developed from Jewish worship
• The importance of the church calendar and its gospel arc
• The value of creeds, Eucharist, and Psalms (even the hard ones)
• How repetition can unlock transformation
• Incorporating liturgical rhythms in evangelical contexts
• Worship as communal prayer and spiritual formation
• Why confession, lament, and celebration all belong in worship
• Stories of healing, realism, and depth through ancient practices

🕊️ Whether you're a church leader, liturgy-curious, or seeking deeper rhythms of grace in your walk with Jesus, this episode will inspire and challenge you.

📚 Get Dr. Bradley Jersak's book: https://a.co/d/bpxx02w

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We’re continuing our special series replay from The Restoration Conversation! This week, Bethany Sweesy sits down once again with powerhouse leaders Christina Stewart (Impact Nations) and Annabelle Nakabiri (The Remnant Generation) to talk about building transformational culture, measuring real impact, and leaving a lasting legacy in your organization or ministry.

🎯 Whether you're a pastor, nonprofit director, or just someone trying to lead with Kingdom values, this conversation is packed with practical tools, candid stories, and Holy Spirit wisdom.

🧭 Key Takeaways:

• How to create a healthy, inclusive, Spirit-led organizational culture
• Why culture leaks—and what to do about it
• The 3RT model: A holistic approach to transformation (Rescue, Restore, Repurpose, Thrive)
• Knowing when to release good ideas that don’t fit your mission
• How Impact Nations re-evaluated its core competencies
• Why generosity is non-negotiable in leadership
• How leaders stay focused when temptation to grow “off-mission” arises

🖇️ Learn more:

• → The Remnant Generation: https://theremnantgeneration.org
  
  → Impact Nations: https://impactnations.com
  
  

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As we prepare to launch our upcoming series on the resurrection, we’re revisiting a powerful episode from The Restoration Conversation. Board member Bethany Sweesy sits down in Uganda with Christina Stewart (Impact Nations) and Annabelle Nakabiri (The Remnant Generation) to discuss transformational leadership.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or someone waiting for permission to step into your calling, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. From rescuing vulnerable girls to leading global organizations, Christina and Annabelle share practical insights and deep spiritual wisdom on leading with compassion, courage, and clarity.

🔍 What You'll Learn:

• Leadership is influence—nothing more, nothing less (John Maxwell)
• Why vision begins with the seeds already planted in you
• 5 traits of great leaders: role clarity, relationship, results, development, and legacy
• The power of relational leadership and servant-hearted mentoring
• A biblical model for expanding your vision: Fruitfulness, multiplication, dominion, and global impact
• Stories of practical rescue, healing, and Kingdom transformation

💡 “Leadership is responsibility for your actions—and the success and well-being of others.” – Annabelle

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→ The Remnant Generation: https://theremnantgeneration.org

→ Learn more: https://impactnations.com

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As we gear up for our new series The Other Side of the Cross, we’re revisiting a listener favorite—Episode 8-23. In this powerful conversation, Tim interviews Impact Nations founder Steve Stewart about his book Pursuing the Mystery of Christ.

This episode challenges the fear-based gospel many of us were raised with, inviting us to explore the beauty, paradox, and eternal presence of Christ. From rethinking the Incarnation to reframing the gospel as a mystery to be pursued—not a formula to master—this is one of our most spiritually rich episodes.

🧭 What You’ll Learn:

• Why mystery and paradox are central to authentic faith
• How to read Scripture beyond the limits of the historical-critical method
• Why Christ shows up as the “angel of the Lord” in the Old Testament
• The eternal implications of the Incarnation
• The Transfiguration as a glimpse of your own future in Christ
• How to present a gospel rooted in beauty, not fear
• Repentance as realignment, not groveling
• The mystery of Jesus’ temptation, baptism, and identification with humanity

🎯 Order the book: https://impactnations.com/mystery

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Marc Alan Schelske: Recovering from Performance-Driven Faith & Journaling Your Way to Spiritual Maturity

Can journaling be more than just keeping a diary? Can it actually foster emotional health, honest faith, and deeper connection with God?

This week, author and pastor Marc Alan Schelske returns to the Impact Nations Podcast to share wisdom from his new book, Journaling for Spiritual Growth. Together with Tim, he unpacks how journaling helps us move from religious performance to authentic transformation.

🔍 In This Episode:

• Why most of us approach spiritual disciplines like crash diets—and why they don’t work
• How journaling slows us down and invites honest, Spirit-led reflection
• The spiritual trap of busyness and the power of sitting in silence
• What it means to partner with the Holy Spirit in a process of non-coercive transformation
• How deconstruction and therapy reshaped Marc’s view of God
• Practical tools for building a sustainable journaling habit that leads to real growth
• Using even shallow devotionals to encounter the presence of God

📘 Get the book: https://www.journalingforspiritualgrowth.com

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What is the difference between the gift of prophecy and the office of a prophet? Are we really all meant to hear God’s voice?

This week, Tim welcomes Murray Dueck and Tricia Warren—founders of Samuel’s Mantle and co-hosts of their brand-new podcast—to unpack the biblical invitation to hear God personally. Together, they demystify prophecy, reflect on their 25-year journey in prophetic training, and call the Church back to relational intimacy with the Holy Spirit.

✨ In this episode:

• Why the name “Samuel’s Mantle” matters
• The biblical and practical meaning of a prophetic mantle
• Misunderstandings about prophecy in the modern Church
• Why many Christians don’t believe they can hear God—and how to overcome that lie
• What it means to eagerly desire the gift of prophecy (1 Cor. 14)
• Funny and profound stories from the coffee shop, the classroom, and more

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Mercy Aiken: Genocide in Gaza, The Truth About the West Bank & What the Church Must Do

This week on the Impact Nations Podcast, Mercy Aiken joins Tim to unpack her recent travels across Israel, Palestine, and Jordan. A peace advocate and frontline relief coordinator, Mercy shares stories of hope, heartbreak, and what it truly means to follow Jesus into places of deep conflict and injustice.

Highlights from the episode:

• Mercy’s experience being locked down in Bethlehem during the Iran-Israel conflict
• The growing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza—why food is there, but people are still starving
• What’s really happening in the West Bank: road closures, economic collapse, and forced displacement
• Confronting genocide in the Bible and learning to interpret Scripture through the lens of Christ
• The spiritual cost of dehumanization and nationalism in the Church
• How to extend love across cultural, political, and religious lines
• What you can do right now to help—both practically and spiritually

🎯 Learn more: https://impactnations.com/relief-gaza

📝 Read Mercy’s blog: https://mercysubstack.substack.com

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Annabelle Nakibiri Ssebakijje: Rescuing Girls, Raising Leaders, and Growing a Farm

This week on the Impact Nations Podcast, Tim is joined by his dear friend and longtime partner, Annabelle Nakibiri Ssebakijje, director of The Remnant Generation in Uganda. For over 10 years, Annabelle has led a movement to rescue vulnerable girls from abuse and abandonment, offering them dignity, healing, and a future.

Together, Tim and Annabelle explore:

• Her personal journey as a leader—and lessons she’s learned along the way
• How she’s empowering a team of women to bring national transformation
• What Westerners often get wrong in their approach to poverty
• Balancing family, ministry, and mission
• Why she's becoming a farmer—and how Hope City Farm is the next big leap for TRG

Learn more at: https://theremnantgeneration.org

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