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Jesus was tempted by Satan—and if you follow Jesus, you should expect temptation too. But temptation does not mean you have to live defeated.

In Matthew 4:1–11, Jesus shows us how to recognize the enemy’s tactics, answer deception with the Word of God, and stand firm when temptation comes.

In this Bible study, we examine the three temptations of Jesus through a simple framework:

1. DESIRE — What do you want?

After Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights, Satan targeted His physical hunger: “Command that these stones become bread.”

Jesus answered with Deuteronomy 8:3:

“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.”

The enemy often targets us when our flesh is screaming the loudest. But Jesus shows us that our physical desires do not have to control us. We need the nourishment of God's Word.

2. IDENTITY — Who are you?

Twice Satan challenged Jesus with the words:

“If You are the Son of God...”

Satan attacked Jesus' identity while also twisting Scripture, even quoting Psalm 91:11 during the second temptation.

But Jesus knew exactly who He was and why He had come. He did not need to prove His identity to Satan.

This is why believers must know who we are in Christ and know the Bible for ourselves. Satan can twist Scripture, which makes biblical discernment essential.

Jesus responded with Deuteronomy 6:16:

“You shall not tempt the Lord your God.”

3. WORSHIP — Who will you serve?

Finally, Satan revealed what he ultimately wanted: worship.

He offered Jesus the kingdoms of the world if Jesus would bow down before him.

Jesus responded:

“Away with you, Satan!”

Then He declared the truth of God's Word from Deuteronomy 6:13 and 10:20: worship and service belong to God alone.

Desire. Identity. Worship.

The temptations looked different, but Jesus' foundation never changed:

IT IS WRITTEN.

Jesus did not negotiate with Satan. He stood on the truth of God's Word.

In this episode of The Anointed Life Podcast, we also discuss:

• Why believers should be prepared for temptation and spiritual warfare
• Why testing can come after calling and commissioning
• How Satan attacks our desires and identity
• Why Satan's ability to twist Scripture makes biblical discernment essential
• Why Christians must read the Bible for themselves
• How to be like the Bereans and test teaching against Scripture
• Why submission to God must come before resisting the devil
• The authority believers have through Jesus Christ
• Why secret sins, unforgiveness, and unsurrendered areas need to be brought before God
• How the full armor of God prepares us for spiritual battle
• Why Scripture is one of our greatest weapons when temptation comes

Scriptures referenced:

Matthew 4:1–11
Deuteronomy 8:3
Galatians 5:16–17
Psalm 91:11
John 6:38–40
Deuteronomy 6:16
Deuteronomy 6:13
Deuteronomy 10:20
Matthew 28:18
Colossians 1:16
Luke 10:19
James 4:7
Ephesians 2:8–9
Luke 4:13
Ephesians 6
Hebrews 4:12
1 John 4:4

“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” — James 4:7

Temptation will come. Prepare before it comes.

Know who you are.
Know what is written.
Submit yourself fully to God.
Put on the full armor of God.
Pray.
Stay watchful.
And stand firm.

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What happens when Jesus goes after the one who isn't even looking for Him?

Aboss Khan spent the first 21 years of his life as a Muslim. When he finally walked away from Islam, he didn't turn to Christianity—he became an atheist and remained one for approximately ten years.

But Jesus wasn't finished with his story.

During one of the lowest seasons of Aboss's life, an unexpected encounter introduced him to a kind of grace he hadn't experienced before. What followed was a journey through forgiveness, Scripture, an encounter with the Holy Spirit, and ultimately surrender to Jesus Christ.

In this powerful conversation, Aboss shares the story behind his book, From the Mosque to the Cross: Finding True Peace in Jesus—including the cost of leaving Islam, his journey through atheism, his baptism, and how God is now using his testimony to reach other Muslims and former Muslims. Some have even contacted Aboss to tell him that his content played a part in their journey to Christ.

Today, Aboss wants to use his voice for those who cannot safely use theirs, sharing testimonies from former Muslims and helping those who come to Christ understand Scripture and begin healing.

From the mosque. Through atheism. To the Cross.

This is more than a conversion story.

This is a testimony of what can happen when Jesus leaves the 99 and goes after the one.

Luke 15:4 | Revelation 12:11

Aboss Khan's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HFC52QDS

website: www.FromMosqueToCross.com 

If this testimony encourages you, share it with someone who needs to hear that no one is beyond the reach of Jesus.

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Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still operating today? Does God still speak to His people? What does the Bible actually teach about tongues, prophecy, healing, miracles, and hearing God's voice?

In this final episode of our Gifts of the Holy Spirit series, I sit down with Pastor Johnny Chase of Beach Assembly of God for an honest, Scripture-centered conversation about some of the most debated and misunderstood topics surrounding spiritual gifts.

We tackle questions including:

• Are the supernatural gifts still for today—or did they cease with the apostles?
• Does God still speak to believers today?
• How do we know whether something we hear is truly from God?
• What is the biblical purpose of speaking in tongues?
• Are there varieties of tongues? Does it always need interpretation?
• What is prophecy, and how should prophetic words be tested?
• How do we distinguish a genuine move of the Holy Spirit from something emotional or manufactured?
• Does God still heal supernaturally?
• Why are some people healed while others are not?
• Can someone be spiritually gifted but still spiritually immature?

Throughout the conversation, Pastor Johnny continually brings us back to one foundation: the Word of God.

We should not base our theology on experiences, personalities, traditions, or what a popular preacher says. We study Scripture, test what we hear against God's Word, and depend on the Holy Spirit—the Spirit of Truth—to guide us.

 “Clarity brings confidence.” — Pastor Johnny Chase 

And ultimately, our greatest pursuit isn't tongues, prophecy, healing, miracles—or even spiritual gifts themselves.

Our greatest pursuit is knowing Jesus more.

The gifts are given for the common good, to build up the Body of Christ and empower us to be the hands and feet of Jesus. And as 1 Corinthians 13 reminds us, even the greatest manifestations mean nothing without LOVE.

📖 Key Scriptures: Acts 1&2 • Romans 12 • 1 Corinthians 12–14 • John 10 • James 5 • 2 Corinthians 12 • Deuteronomy 29:29

If this conversation helps you better understand the gifts of the Holy Spirit, share it with someone who has questions about this topic.

And remember:

Don't chase the gifts. Pursue the Gift Giver.
Know His Word. Walk in His Spirit. Love His people. Glorify Jesus.

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What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit—and why does God give them?

In Episode 3 of our Gifts of the Holy Spirit series, we dive into 1 Corinthians 12 and 13 to study what Paul describes as the manifestations of the Spirit.

These gifts are not natural talents, human abilities, or something we can manufacture. They are given by the Holy Spirit according to His will, not for our personal recognition or status, but for the common good and the building up of the Body of Christ.

In this episode, we explore the nine manifestation gifts found in 1 Corinthians 12:

Revelation Gifts
• Word of Wisdom
• Word of Knowledge
• Discerning of Spirits

Power Gifts
• Faith
• Gifts of Healings
• Working of Miracles

Speaking Gifts
• Prophecy
• Different Kinds of Tongues
• Interpretation of Tongues

We also talk about the important distinction between natural talents and spiritual gifts, why we cannot manufacture the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit, and why no believer should compare their gift or calling with someone else's.

But Paul doesn't stop with the gifts. He takes us directly into 1 Corinthians 13—love.

You can be incredibly gifted and still be spiritually immature. Gifts without love become noise. The purpose of spiritual gifts is never self-promotion, status, or recognition—it is to love people, serve the Church, glorify Jesus, and advance His Kingdom.

And this episode became unexpectedly personal as we looked at Jesus asking Peter:

“Do you love Me?”
“Feed My sheep.”

That is the heart of this message.

Desire the gifts—but desire the Gift Giver more.

📖 Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 12–14, John 21:15–17, Revelation 19:10, Zechariah 4:6

🎙️ Next episode: Q&A with Pastor Johnny Chase as we tackle the controversial and often misunderstood questions surrounding tongues, prophecy, healing, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

💬 Have a question about spiritual gifts? Leave it in the comments for our upcoming Q&A.

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Romans 12: The Ministry Gifts | How God Shapes You to Serve

Before God uses our gifts, He first transforms our hearts.

In Episode 2 of our Gifts of the Holy Spirit series, we dive into Romans 12:1–8 to discover why the Apostle Paul begins with surrender, renewed minds, and humility before introducing the ministry gifts. This reminds us that spiritual gifts are never about status or self-promotion—they are expressions of God's grace, given to equip believers to serve the Body of Christ.

Together, we'll explore the seven ministry gifts found in Romans 12:

• Prophecy
• Serving (Ministry)
• Teaching
• Encouragement (Exhortation)
• Giving
• Leadership
• Mercy

We'll also discuss why no spiritual gift can be bought or sold, using the account of Simon the Sorcerer (Acts 8) as a biblical warning against commercializing the work of the Holy Spirit. Most importantly, we'll learn that every genuine spiritual gift points people to Jesus Christ, never to ourselves.

Whether your calling is visible or behind the scenes, every believer has a unique role in God's Kingdom. The gifts are not our identity—they are tools the Holy Spirit graciously gives us to glorify Christ, strengthen His Church, and serve others with humility and love.

Key Scriptures

📖 Romans 12:1–8
📖 Acts 8:9–24
📖 Acts 2:17-19

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• Why surrender comes before spiritual gifts
• What it means to be transformed by the renewing of your mind
• Why humility is essential for effective ministry
• The purpose of each of the seven ministry gifts
• How to guard against pride and spiritual deception
• Why every gift is equally valuable in the Body of Christ

Homework:
📖 Read 1 Corinthians 12–14 as we prepare for the next episode, where we'll study the manifestation (supernatural) gifts of the Holy Spirit.

💬 I'd love to hear from you!
Which of the ministry gifts resonates with you the most? Leave a comment below, and if you have questions about spiritual gifts, submit them! Some may be answered in our upcoming episodes and in my special interview with my pastor as we address common questions and misconceptions surrounding the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Remember...

Your gift is not your identity. Jesus is.

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In this first episode of our new series "The Gifts of the Holy Spirit", we return to the Word of God to answer one of the most important questions every believer should ask: Who is the Holy Spirit?

Before we talk about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, we must first know the Gift Giver.

Together, we'll explore what Jesus taught about the Holy Spirit, why He promised to send the Advocate, and why every follower of Christ needs the Holy Spirit's presence and power today. We'll discover that the Holy Spirit is not merely a force or feeling—He is God, our Helper, Comforter, Teacher, Advocate, and the One who empowers believers to fulfill God's mission.

In this episode, we cover:

•  Who the Holy Spirit is according to Scripture 
•  Why Jesus said it was better for Him to leave 
•  The promise of the Father and the Day of Pentecost 
•  The ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of every believer 
•  The difference between the indwelling, filling, and baptism of the Holy Spirit 
•  Why God gives spiritual gifts to build up the Body of Christ 

At the end of this episode, I share the Gospel through the Romans Road to Salvation and invite anyone who has never trusted in Jesus Christ to receive Him as Lord and Savior.

This series is not about chasing experiences—it is about knowing the Holy Spirit, growing in biblical truth, and being empowered to glorify Jesus and serve His Church.

Key Scriptures

•  Genesis 1:2 
•  Matthew 28:19 
•  John 14–16 
•  Acts 1–2 
•  Romans 8 
•  Romans 12 
•  1 Corinthians 12 

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Many believers think that if they are not preaching, leading worship, or part of a formal ministry, then they are not being used by God. But that is a lie.

The truth is—every believer has a role.

Drawing from Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12, this episode unpacks what it means to be part of the Body of Christ and how each person, no matter how unseen or overlooked, has a unique function. Just like the human body has many parts, each with a purpose, every believer is needed.

Through personal stories, biblical examples like Gideon and David, and a powerful testimony of a woman who faithfully served through prayer and generosity, this episode reminds us that God is not looking for the most qualified—He is looking for yielded vessels.

Blanche shares her own journey of stepping out in obedience despite fear, emphasizing that it is the Holy Spirit who empowers us—not our own ability.

Serving God is not about position—it’s about posture.
Not about platform—but availability.

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have enough to offer, or questioned your place in the Kingdom, this episode will remind you:

You are needed.
You have a role.
And God can use you right where you are.

“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!" Isaiah 6:8 NIV
This is the posture God responds to.

🎧 Stay tuned as this episode leads into the next series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit—where we will explore how the Holy Spirit equips every believer for the common good.

You are anointed because you are appointed for a time such as this!

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Anchor Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Prayer isn't about saying the perfect words—it's about walking daily with Jesus.

In the finale of our Spiritual Warfare series, Coach Blanche sits down with Shannon Eberle, a longtime prayer warrior, to share her powerful testimony of God's faithfulness through trauma, abuse, spiritual battles, and personal heartbreak.

Despite everything she endured, Shannon never stopped talking to Jesus.

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, she shares how prayer became her lifeline—not as a religious performance, but as an ongoing relationship with the One who never left her. Together, Coach Blanche and Shannon explore why every believer can approach God with confidence, how the Holy Spirit helps us pray, what it means to surrender to Jesus as Lord, and how continual prayer equips us to stand firm in spiritual warfare.

You'll also learn practical, biblical encouragement for recognizing God's voice, persevering through suffering, and building a consistent prayer life rooted in God's Word.

Key Scriptures: Ephesians 6:18, Romans 8:28, John 10:27, Revelation 12:11, Philippians 4:6–7, and John 14:26. 

No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, this episode is a reminder that prayer isn't reserved for the spiritually elite. It's an invitation from your Heavenly Father.

You don't have to pray perfectly.

Just keep talking to Jesus.

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In this episode of The Anointed Life Podcast, we move from awareness to action as we dive into how to fight effectively in spiritual warfare.

Many believers know they’re in a battle—but don’t know how to respond. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or under attack, this episode will give you a clear, biblical strategy to stand firm and walk in victory.

Anchored in James 4:7—“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”—this episode emphasizes that effective spiritual warfare begins with submission to God. Victory is not found in striving, but in alignment.

Coach Blanche breaks down the 5 R’s of Effective Spiritual Warfare:
Recognize, Repent, Renounce, Release, and Replace—practical steps you can apply daily to overcome the enemy’s tactics and walk in freedom.

We also go deeper into the topic of renouncing, explaining how spiritual agreements can open doors—and how, through the authority of Jesus Christ, you can break those agreements and close those doors. You’ll be encouraged to invite the Holy Spirit to search your heart and reveal anything that needs to be surrendered.

We focus on learning how to fight effectively by standing in truth, obedience, and authority in Christ.

🎧 Make sure to listen all the way to the end—a powerful prayer and Gospel invitation is shared that could be the beginning of true freedom and new life in Christ.

If you’re ready to stop fighting the wrong way and start fighting effectively in the spiritual realm, this episode will equip you with clarity, confidence, and practical tools to walk in victory. Follow the Anointed Life podcast and share this episode.

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⚔️ The battle is real—but God never sends His people into battle unarmed.

In Part 2 of our Spiritual Warfare Series, we dive deep into one of the most powerful and practical passages in Scripture: The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-18).

Last episode, we learned about the reality of spiritual warfare and exposed the enemy's tactics. Today, we discover God's provision for every believer to stand firm against deception, fear, temptation, accusation, and spiritual attacks.

In this episode, we discuss:

⚔️ The Belt of Truth – Why God's Word is your foundation and protection against deception

⚔️ The Breastplate of Righteousness – How obedience and holiness guard your heart

⚔️ The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace – Why peace is your footing in spiritual battle

⚔️ The Shield of Faith – How faith extinguishes the enemy's fiery darts

⚔️ The Helmet of Salvation – Protecting your mind through your identity in Christ

⚔️ The Sword of the Spirit – Using God's Word as your spiritual weapon

⚔️ Prayer – The often-forgotten weapon that strengthens and sustains every believer

Most importantly, we are reminded that spiritual warfare is not about fear—it's about standing in the victory Christ has already won.

Colossians 2:15 tells us that Jesus disarmed principalities and powers and triumphed over them through the cross.

Because of Christ's finished work, believers do not fight for victory—we fight from victory.

The enemy's goal is not necessarily to destroy your faith overnight. His goal is to get you to lay down your armor one piece at a time.

But through Jesus Christ, God has already provided everything you need to stand firm.

📖 Key Scriptures:
Ephesians 6:13-18
Colossians 2:15
Romans 8:26
Matthew 4:1-11
James 4:7

If this episode encourages you, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and join us as we continue our Spiritual Warfare Series.

The battle is real.
The enemy is real.
But Jesus Christ is greater.

He has already won the victory.

Teaching Acknowledgment: Portions of this episode were informed by the biblical teachings of Derek Prince, particularly insights from his book Spiritual Warfare: Headquarters in the Heavenlies. While all teaching in this episode is grounded in Scripture, I am grateful for faithful Bible teachers whose ministry has helped believers understand spiritual warfare through a biblical lens.