“The atonement is the hinge on which all of spiritual warfare hangs.” In this episode, we're unpacking this statement as we delve into the concept of atonement and its critical role in spiritual warfare. To help understand the triumph of what Jesus Christ accomplished through His death & resurrection, we're walking through the acrostic C.R.O.S.S. (Covenant, Ransom, Ownership, Substitution, Subjugation).

We lean into this concept of subjugation of the enemy and its implications for spiritual warfare, while also acknowledging the already-not-yet nature of the kingdom of God. Because of the atonement, we can have not only greater intimacy with God but also freedom from the enemy's enslavement.

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The devil often tempts us to believe God doesn't care about our suffering. Is God loving? Is He trustworthy?

In this episode, we're looking at the significance of the incarnation of Jesus Christ. How does Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and ascension relate to spiritual warfare and the authority believers have in Christ? 

Through Jesus' incarnation, we see God give a profound answer to the question of suffering, illustrating how Jesus fully entered into human pain, rejection, and death. We see Him confusing and defeating demons, speaking truth, calling us to repentance, and ultimately ushering in a new era of resurrected hope and life. 

As we consider His victory in action, we encourage you to reflect on how the incarnation deepens our understanding of God's love.

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In this episode, we're continuing our biblical foundations of spiritual warfare series with a look at the kingdom of darkness from both the Old and New Testament perspectives. What are the origins of this dark kingdom? We specifically cover the "John Milton" understanding and the "Michael Heiser" understanding of these origins.

What does Christ's authority look like over it all? We also discuss the significance of idolatry, the nature of evil, and the role of evangelism as a form of spiritual warfare. The good news is that Jesus Christ is victorious over the darkness, and believers do not need to be afraid to engage in spiritual warfare with confidence. 

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Time for a new series! What's going on in the courtroom of Heaven, and why does it matter to Christians?

In this episode, we delve into the topic of spiritual warfare, exploring its biblical foundations, starting with the concept of the divine council. We discuss the significance of the throne room of God, the legal framework surrounding spiritual warfare, and the importance of justice, accountability, and relationships in Heaven. We highlight the role of permission in spiritual warfare and why it's all important and practical for our everyday lives as Christians.

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How should Christians engage with Halloween?

The answer may be more nuanced than you expect. In this episode, we're discussing the complexities of Halloween from a Christian perspective, focusing on spiritual warfare, the occult, and how families can engage with the holiday wisely.

We touch on historical context, awareness of heightened fear and occult practices, and the need to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh as you decide your approach to the season.

 *Trigger Warning for mention (not graphic) of child ritual abuse.

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"But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves" James 1:22 ESV.

We've reached the close of our 3-2-1 Bible Study Method series, and the topic of the episode is APPLICATION. The goal isn't to master the Bible but for the Bible to master us. Once we've done the work of observation and interpretation, it's time to apply what we've learned.

In this episode, we're looking at three phases of application: the message to the original audience, the universal principles, and the personal applications. A simple way of remembering these phases is THEN, ALWAYS, NOW.

We also discuss a fourth lens to the interpretive process: the effect of Fear and Joy Bonds with God. And we work through two examples from the Bible as well as offer some next steps for your Bible Study journey.

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In this episode, we peer through three lenses of biblical interpretation. Each lens represents a phillosophy of sorts for how to approach interpretation, now that we've made our observations (see prior episodes). Lens #1 is INTENT. Understanding the author's intended message is key to accurate interpretation. Lens #2 is INERRANCY. Understanding that the Bible is true is key to accurate interpretation. Lens #3 is INQUIRY. Asking 'why' is essential to the interpretive process.

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Welcome, Bible Study Detective!

In this episode, we're wrapping up the S.T.O.R.I.E.S. Checklist with a deeper look at "Edits" and "Shifts." You'll learn what editorial comments are and how they open doors to understanding the biblical text. You will also discover how recognizing subtle (and not so subtle) shifts in the author's writing helps us move toward our goal of uncovering the author's intended message. We will wrap up with some Dos and Don'ts for using this observational checklist. Grab your Bible, and let's get on the trail!

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This week we're continuing to unpack the Bible Study observation checklist S.T.O.R.I.E.S. with a deeper look at the clues of Order, Repetition, and Introductions.

"Order" is about the arrangement within a passage and within its larger text.

"Repetition" is about recognizing the strategic recurrence of words, concepts, locations, and more that serve to highlight both what is important in the text and also can point to structure.

"Introductions" (+ Conclusions) often hold direct messages from the author explaining the meaning of the unfolding text. We also end on a prayerful note in light of tumultuous current events. Please pray with us, seek God's face, and take courage.  

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This week is all about the Bible study checklist we remember with the acrostic S.T.O.R.I.E.S. When you approach the text of Scripture, what key things should you be looking for in how the text is put together? We hope this observational checklist helps you be a better Bible study detective! Here is an overview of the clues you'll be looking for: Speeches, Terms, Order, Repetition, Introductions & Conclusions, Edits, and Shifts.

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