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Does God’s will always happen—or can fear, hesitation, and disobedience cause us to miss what He intended?

After returning from a transformative 6,650-mile ministry trip across the country, Karl and Susie Gessler sit down to discuss the divine appointments they experienced, the opportunities they almost missed, and the lessons they learned about partnering with God.

Many Christians assume that everything that happens must be God’s sovereign will. But Scripture reveals that God has given human beings genuine authority and responsibility. Our prayers, choices, courage, and obedience truly matter.

In this episode, Karl and Susie explore:

•  Whether God’s will happens automatically 
•  How fear can prevent us from stepping through an open door 
•  The difference between God’s timing and a missed opportunity 
•  Why divine sovereignty does not eliminate human responsibility 
•  How prayer and obedience help bring God’s purposes into the world 
•  What to do when you believe you may have missed God 
•  How to recognize and respond to divine appointments 

This is more than a theological discussion. It is a call to reject passivity and recognize the important role God has given you in advancing His Kingdom.

You are not merely a spectator in God’s plan. You have been invited to participate.

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Why does it seem like the attacks never stop?

If you’ve ever wondered why Satan appears to focus so much attention on your life, you’re not alone. Spiritual attacks can leave us feeling discouraged, forgotten, and convinced that God has abandoned us.

But that is exactly what the enemy wants you to believe.

In this episode, Karl Gessler explores the biblical purpose behind spiritual warfare and explains why Satan fights so hard to keep God’s people in bondage. More importantly, you’ll discover the greater truth: God has known you, loved you, and been working for your freedom from the very beginning—and He will remain faithful to the very end.

Whether you’re facing fear, temptation, discouragement, or spiritual oppression, this message will encourage you to stand firm in Christ and embrace the freedom He purchased for you.

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You didn’t fail at deliverance.

Many people go through deliverance only to find themselves struggling with old habits, addictions, or bondage again. Then shame sets in: I failed. Deliverance didn’t work. Maybe I’ll never be free.

That’s wrong thinking.

Deliverance is something you receive, not something you do. And deliverance itself isn’t the Gospel—it is a byproduct of the Gospel.

The bedrock truth beneath all freedom is this: God loves you right now.

This message is for anyone who has tried to get free and feels discouraged. Keep coming to the well of the Holy Spirit. Keep receiving. Keep pursuing freedom.

You didn’t fail. Don’t quit.

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What if sin isn’t simply breaking God’s rules? In this episode, Karl Gessler explores the Bible’s definition of sin and argues that sin is fundamentally falling short of humanity’s glorious calling to bear the image of God. Understanding sin this way transforms how we see repentance, salvation, and the mission of Jesus.  

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What happens when survivors share experiences that challenge our assumptions about trauma, spiritual warfare, and the unseen realm?

In this episode, Karl Gessler sits down with Kelly Hawley of Warrior Bride Ministries to discuss her journey from childhood sexual abuse to healing, freedom, and a calling to help survivors of severe trauma.

Kelly shares how Warrior Bride Ministries ministers to those recovering from ritual abuse, fragmentation, and complex trauma through biblical inner healing, deliverance, prayer ministry, intensives, free classes, and the annual Counting the Cost Conference.

Karl and Kelly also discuss some of the unusual reports they've encountered while ministering to survivors, including claims of alien abductions, sleeper programming, soul transference, and other experiences that often cause churches to dismiss those seeking help. Rather than ignoring these testimonies, they discuss why the Church must become willing to listen, seek biblical discernment, and walk compassionately with survivors toward healing in Christ.

Whether you're involved in deliverance ministry, minister to trauma survivors, or simply want to better understand this often-overlooked area of ministry, this conversation offers thoughtful insight and practical encouragement.

In This Episode

•  Kelly Hawley's testimony of healing from childhood sexual abuse 
•  Ministering to survivors of ritual abuse and severe trauma 
•  Fragmentation and inner healing 
•  Deliverance ministry for complex cases 
•  Sleeper programming and unusual survivor reports 
•  Alien abduction and soul transference claims 
•  Why many churches struggle to believe survivors 
•  Building ministries that are safe for healing 
•  Warrior Bride Ministries and the Counting the Cost Conference
  
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What do you do when someone comes to you for help?

Many Christians believe in deliverance, but when a friend, family member, or church member begins struggling with fear, oppression, destructive habits, or spiritual bondage, they aren't sure where to start. In this episode, Karl Gessler shares a simple, practical framework for leading your first deliverance session.

Rather than focusing on advanced techniques or difficult cases, this teaching is designed to equip ordinary believers with the confidence to begin helping people find freedom in Jesus.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Where to start with any person seeking deliverance
• The most important question to ask
• How to resolve anger and unforgiveness
• How anger reveals other areas where we need deliverance

You'll also learn about a free PDF worksheet available through KarlGessler.com that can help guide you through your first deliverance session.

Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, or simply a believer who wants to help others find freedom, this episode will give you practical tools to begin.

"These signs will accompany those who have believed: in My name they will cast out demons..." — Mark 16:17

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What happens to your spirit when you fast?

In this episode of The Faith of the Fathers, Karl Gessler sits down with Joe Roraff to discuss one of the most powerful and often neglected spiritual disciplines in the Christian life: fasting.

Joe shares the remarkable story of how his father's 21-day fast became a catalyst for his own spiritual transformation and pursuit of God. Together, Karl and Joe explore the purpose of fasting, common misconceptions surrounding it, and why so many believers struggle to make it a regular part of their walk with Christ.

The conversation covers practical challenges, hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit, spiritual sensitivity, breakthrough, and the cumulative impact of simple acts of obedience over time. Rather than viewing fasting as a religious obligation, Karl and Joe present it as an invitation to draw closer to God and create space for Him to work more deeply in our lives.

Whether you are considering your first fast or have practiced fasting for years, this conversation will encourage you to seek God with greater hunger and expectation.

In This Episode

•  What fasting actually does to your spirit 
•  Joe's testimony of his father's 21-day fast 
•  Common fears and misconceptions about fasting 
•  Learning to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit 
•  The connection between fasting and spiritual breakthrough 
•  Why spiritual disciplines have a cumulative effect 
•  Practical encouragement for believers who want to begin fasting
  
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Can emotional wounds keep us from experiencing the fullness of healing and freedom that Jesus purchased for us?

In this conversation, Karl Gessler sits down with Dave Hayes (The Praying Medic) to discuss what he calls "3 Easy Steps to Emotional Healing." Dave shares how he first began seeing miracles and healings, why emotional and inner healing are so important, and a simple process believers can use to partner with Jesus in bringing healing to the soul.

We also explore the connection between emotional wounds and physical health, and Dave shares remarkable testimonies of people who experienced physical healing as Jesus healed the deeper issues of the heart.

As the Apostle John wrote:

"Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." (3 John 1:2)

Whether you're carrying past hurts, struggling with recurring emotional pain, or simply want to learn how to help others find freedom in Christ, this conversation offers practical insight and encouraging testimonies of God's healing power.

In This Episode:

•  What is emotional healing? 
•  What is inner healing? 
•  How Dave Hayes began operating in healing and miracles 
•  The 3-step emotional healing process 
•  The connection between soul health and physical health 
•  Testimonies of emotional and physical healing 
•  How Jesus heals the brokenhearted today 

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Why do Christians renounce sin, lies, occult involvement, vows, or demonic agreements during deliverance ministry?

In this episode, Karl Gessler explains that the reason we renounce things is because deliverance is a legal battle in the Courtroom of Heaven. Agreements matter. Words matter. And writing or speaking your renunciations out loud is vital to breaking agreement with darkness.

Topics include:

•  What it means to renounce something 
•  Why we renounce things in deliverance 
•  Deliverance as a legal battle in the Courtroom of Heaven 
•  Why speaking or writing words out loud matters 
•  The difference between renouncing and deliverance 

Jesus still sets captives free.

📖 “Give no opportunity to the devil.” — Ephesians 4:27
 📖 “Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” — James 4:7

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Former professional counselor turned pastor and deliverance minister Mark Vanderlip joins Karl Gessler for a deep conversation about trauma, fractured soul parts, spiritual oppression, and healing through Jesus Christ.

After years working in trauma counseling, Mark began to discover that many struggles could not be fully explained through psychology alone. In this interview, he shares how his journey led him into deliverance and inner healing ministry—and why compassion is essential when ministering to wounded people.

Topics include:
• Trauma and fractured soul parts
• Deliverance and demonic oppression
• Soul ties and bloodline issues
• The “strongman” in spiritual warfare
• Physical healing testimonies
• The difference between counseling and deliverance
• Healing through Jesus Christ
• Equipping the Church in spiritual authority

This episode is honest, pastoral, and deeply thought-provoking for anyone exploring the intersection of trauma, spiritual warfare, and healing.

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