Voices from the Desert

In the 4th century, Bishop Nonnus was asked why, when a beautiful woman passed him by, he stood and stared while the other bishops looked away. Nonnus' answer provides us insight as we dive deeper and deeper in the mystery of bridal intimacy and covenant union with God (the mysterious one). Tune in to this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as we dive into the ramfications of Nonnus' observation and what it means as we explore the mystical literature of Christianity!

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

Another week, another episode of Voices from the Desert! Today, Murray and Josh continue their discussion about the Bride/Bridegroom paradigm. Scripture comes rushing to its conclusion in Revelation 21 when we see the bride as a city descending upon the earth to reign with God. Understanding this throughline is crucial for understanding scripture. What are the implications of that dynamic in our lives practically? And how did the earliest Christians respond to the bride/bridegroom revelation of Jesus? Join us in today's episode as we dive in to find out! 
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"Amazed, I am astonished at the shapeliness of his beauty, 
and how the Creator stooped down when He opened the heavens 
and displayed his unspeakable and strange glory to me." 
Symeon the New Theologian

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/
For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

What do you ese when you read scripture? When you see Jesus speaking of coming calamity in Matthew 24, do you wonder about the end times implication? What does the Jewish wedding celebration have to do with Jesus, prophecies, and the tenor of scripture? 

When Jesus showed upon the scene the nation of Israel was looking for a coming kingdom that would overthrow Rome and re-establish them as the dominant force on the world scene. They were convinced that God was going to do this for them because of their national history.

However, when Jesus showed up he came talking about a bride, a bridegroom, a wedding feast, and a coming celebration. This certainly subverted the expectations of many.

Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they dive into another episode talking about the bridal paradigm that can be found all throughout scripture if you would just look for it.

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

In the latest episode of Voices from the Desert, Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck explore the concept of bridal intimacy in Scripture.  When the Pharisees expected a king, Jesus compared the kingdom to a wedding. This is a throughline in all of scripture. What would change about how we read certain passages if we saw it through the lens of bridal intimacy? Murray and Josh dive into Matthew 24 and the prophecies of Jesus through a fresh lens. Jump in and lets dive deep!

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

For the episode Murray and Josh reference, click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/de-shackling-prophecy-from-end-times-eschatology/id1663535335?i=1000637212179

In Part 2 of our interview with Steve Stewart of Impact Nations, we dive deeper into the desert journey of his heart and how it challenged all of his paradigms. The pivotal moments on his roadmap included burnout, the Charismatic move, and his rediscovery of the early church fathers.

In the midst of the simplistic narratives in traditional evangelicalism, Steve began questioning the limitations of his theology. What he found transformed him, the ministry, and how Impact Nations now engages with their mission. The significance of liturgy, sacraments, and the divine dance of the Trinity has been shaping a more profound understanding of God's love and presence in Steve's world.

For more about Impact Nations and Steve Stewart, visit: https://www.impactnations.com/

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

Welcome to Voices from the Desert, where we explore historic Christianity, the journey of the desert, and how God meets us in the deepest deserts of our hearts. In this episode, we are joined by the Steve Stewart, founder of Impact Nations, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve's journey from a conservative church upbringing, encountering the Holy Spirit during the Charismatic Renewal, to launching a global missions organization is nothing short of inspiring. Was it all fun and games or were there many valleys on they journey?

Steve's narrative is filled with unexpected twists and turns, from leading spiritual revivals to battling through personal deserts of doubt and physical challenges. Through it all, Steve's passion for rescuing lives—spiritually, educationally, economically, and medically—shines through. He shares stories of Impact Nations' transformative work, from freeing children from sex slavery to providing sustainable meals and clean water to thousands in need around the world.

For more about Impact Nations, Steve Stewart, and their Journeys of Compassion, visit: https://www.impactnations.com/

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

In this special bonus episode recorded at the Samuel's Mantle school, join Murray Dueck's as he untangles the mystery behind Jesus as the Messiah. It's a biblical murder mystery and an FBI-like investigation into the disciples' beliefs where Murray delves into Old Testament prophecies, examining clashes between the disciples' expectations of an earthly king, and the unfolding reality of Jesus' mission. This thought-provoking bonus episode challenges us to question how clearly we'd hear the Messiah today amid cultural, educational, and religious filters.

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

Join us for Part 2 of the Voices from the Desert interview with Greg Musselman from Voice of the Martyrs. In this episode Murray, Greg, and Josh talk about the need for prophetic reform, when Christianity becomes too political, the gifts of the Spirit, and much more!

For more about Greg and Voice of the Martyrs, visit: https://www.vomcanada.com/

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

In today's episode, "The Spiritual Potency of the Persecuted Church," we're diving into the experiences of those who stay strong in their faith, even when things get really hard.

Our guest, Greg Musselman from "Voice of the Martyrs," knows a lot about this. He's spent a long time helping people who are persecuted for their beliefs. Tune in as Greg shares real stories that show how faith can become even stronger in tough times. We'll talk about how people facing religious persecution find a kind of inner strength that many of us might not fully understand. 

For more about Greg and Voice of the Martyrs, visit: https://www.vomcanada.com/

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/

Join hosts Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck in this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as they sit down for part 2 of an interview with Michael Sullivant to explore the intricacies of brain health, relational mode, and honing essential brain skills. Gain valuable perspectives on living a life deeply connected to the heart of Jesus, as Michael shares his expertise in merging faith and neuroscience. Michael Sullivant is the Director of Relational Networks for Life Model Works.

For more about Michael Sullivant, Life Model, and the resources discussed in this episode, visit: https://lifemodelworks.org/

For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/

For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/