In this episode of the Embracing Brokenness podcast, hosts Colleen Adams and Michael Kurtz delve into spiritual warfare, emphasizing that it revolves around standing on God's truth. They highlight the importance of abiding in Christ, understanding scripture, and maintaining one's position in God's truth to fend off deception from the enemy.

The discussion touches on the misconceptions around spiritual warfare, the influence of cultural shifts, and the critical role of personal spiritual formation and obedience. The hosts conclude that true spiritual warfare is about being rooted in God's power and truth.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Warfare

00:47 Welcome to Embracing Brokenness Podcast

02:16 Defining Spiritual Warfare

05:37 The Role of Abiding in Spiritual Warfare

08:07 The Full Armor of God

12:17 Cultural Mandate and Spiritual Warfare

15:14 Challenges in Modern Spiritual Warfare

22:30 Standing Firm in Truth

31:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

37:57 Outro and Contact Information

What does it mean to abide in Christ? That's not a term we use often, but it is one you'll find in the Bible to describe our life in Christ. Why abide? How should we abide? There's a way things work. We bear the fruit of the Spirit only through abiding in Christ. (John 15:5) On today's podcast, our team takes a deep dive into why and how to abide in Jesus as that plays out in the current context of our days here on earth.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Abiding in Christ

00:23 Welcome to the Embracing Brokenness Podcast

01:00 Discussing the Importance of Abiding

01:17 Statistics on Christian Worldview

03:06 Colleen's Perspective on Abiding

04:42 Defining Abiding and Intimacy with God

06:49 The Greek Meaning of Abiding

07:28 Analyzing John 15: The Vine and the Branches

08:56 Pruning and Spiritual Growth

11:16 Live Demonstration: The Rosebush Analogy

16:33 The Process of Spiritual Cleaning

18:12 Cultural Relevance of Abiding

21:24 The Responsibility of Abiding

24:07 Defining Abiding in Practical Terms

26:51 Developing a Lifestyle of Prayer

27:02 Understanding True Abiding

27:56 Spiritual Growth and Pruning

28:34 Challenges of Modern Christian Life

29:58 Intimacy and Communication with God

31:28 The Importance of Abiding in Love

36:20 The Role of Obedience and Commandments

37:37 The Journey of Spiritual Maturity

40:17 The Power of Community and Love

46:05 Final Thoughts on Abiding and Prayer

In this conversation, Steve Adams and Jacob Way discuss the topic of pornography addiction and the journey to freedom in Christ.

Jacob shares his personal story of struggling with pornography from a young age and the stages he went through in his addiction. He talks about the lies he believed and the deep remorse he felt. However, he eventually reached a turning point and cried out to God for help.

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Chapters 00:00 Growing Up in a Godly Home 00:38 Introduction to the Podcast 00:55 Meet Jacob Way 01:07 Jacob's Book and Its Impact 01:35 The Struggle with Pornography 02:52 Jacob's Background and Early Struggles 04:39 The Dark Path of Addiction 16:01 Stages of Addiction 21:16 The Turning Point 25:50 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Faith 26:14 Understanding the Trinity's Role in Our Lives 26:47 God's Unwavering Love and Redemption 28:00 The Pursuit of the Prodigal 28:50 The Holy Spirit's Comfort and Assurance 30:03 The Gospel in a Nutshell 30:35 The Identity Crisis and Enemy's Lies 31:50 The Prevalence of Pornography in Society 33:16 The Church's Response to Pornography 37:50 Steps to Overcoming Addiction 43:14 Transformative Power of God's Redemption 47:05 Conclusion and Resources

On this audio podcast, we re-broadcast an interview that Steve did on Scott Wozniak's podcast, Play the Long Game. We hope this is an encouragement to you and will provide some insights into our ministry and Steve's life purpose.

In Scott's words: I've seen Steve Adams, my guest, thrive in a wide variety of settings -- from finance to family, strategy coaching to spiritual healing. He's been at it for decades and, if anything, he is still speeding up. This conversation digs into what he does to keep his drive strong for so many years.

00:00 Introduction to the Long Game 00:23 Meet Steve Adams: A Visionary Leader 01:17 Steve's Diverse Background and Achievements 02:42 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Past Adventures 03:31 Exploring Steve's Varied Career 05:30 The Importance of Physical and Mental Fitness 06:08 Daily Routines and Lifelong Learning 08:09 Spiritual Practices and Personal Management 16:08 The Interconnection of Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health 17:28 The Interplay of Physical and Spiritual 18:24 Distractions from Purpose and Identity 18:59 Learning from Past Mistakes 19:38 Common Pitfalls in Pursuing Success 20:17 Personal Story of Chasing Worldly Success 25:05 Reevaluating Life Goals and Priorities 29:03 The Importance of Community and Purpose 35:14 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this conversation, Steve interviews Dr. Terry Powell about the topics of brokenness and depression. They discuss the definition of brokenness, the importance of embracing brokenness, and the misconceptions Christians have about depression.

Terry shares his personal experiences with depression and the strategies he has found helpful, including relying on God's Word, seeking support from the body of Christ, and engaging in honest prayer and lament. He also discusses the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of recognizing the unseen battles we face, emphasizing the need to use spiritual weapons and faith to combat negative thinking and false beliefs.

Powell also shares his hope in God's ability to use pain and brokenness for His glory, citing examples of how his own struggles with depression have led to opportunities for ministry and encouragement. He encourages transparency and open conversation about mental health, providing resources for those seeking help and support.

Resources on Depression PDF Download: https://embracingbrokenness.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Faith-Based-Resources-on-Depression-Professor-Terry-Powell.pdf

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For more information and resources visit Terry’s site: https://www.penetratingthedarkness.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

02:40 Defining Brokenness

05:12 Embracing Brokenness: Acceptance and Redemption

14:58 Misconceptions About Depression in the Christian Community

21:21 The Power of God's Word and Support from the Body of Christ

23:08 Honest Prayer and Lament: Expressing Doubts and Finding Trust

25:26 The Spiritual Battle for the Mind and Heart

28:38 Finding Hope in the Midst of Depression

30:56 Using Pain and Brokenness for God's Glory

35:01 Encouraging Transparency and Open Conversation

40:57 Resources for Support and Guidance

Jesus asked questions to lead people to change and transformation.

Bob Tiede, a member of the US leadership development team at CRU, shares his 52-year journey with the organization and the importance of developing future leaders. He emphasizes the need for organizations to invest in leadership development to ensure long-term success.

Bob also discusses the power of asking questions as a leader and how it can lead to more effective communication and decision-making. On today's podcast,

Steve and Bob discuss his book '340 Questions Jesus Asked' and the power of asking questions in leadership and communication.

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00:00 Introduction

00:57 Bob Tiede's 52-Year Journey with Cru

04:16 The Importance of Leadership Development

07:30 The Impact of Asking Questions in Leadership

10:09 Personal Story and Spiritual Journey

25:24 The Significance of Asking Questions and Jesus's Questions

33:00 Effective Communication: Stories and Questions

45:55 Purposeful Leadership: Lessons from 52 Years of Experience

Now on his 39th book, Jay Payleitner Checks the Boxes Only You Can Check. 40 Ways to Make the World a Better Place. No way you can sit this one out. Jay outlines ways for each believer to impact this world for good. To live out the cultural mandate through the simplest practices that bring the gospel of Jesus Christ to a broken world.

Join Steve and Jay on this week's podcast as they discuss being a difference-maker in God's kingdom here on earth.

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00:00 Guest Introduction

00:18 Jay Payleitner's Career Journey

01:29 God's Plan and Overcoming Challenges

02:29 Impact of Writing and Reaching Others

05:07 New Book Introduction: Checking the Boxes

12:31 Making a Difference: Do What's Right in Front of You

15:24 Thinking Generationally

18:36 Getting Out of Your Silo

24:01 Reflecting on Scripture and Personal Growth

25:36 The Power of Immediate Prayer

31:37 Embracing and Protecting God's Creation

37:01 Creating and Supporting Uplifting Art

41:44 Throw Starfish Story: Making a Difference

45:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Get familiar with The Other Side Academy. Ex-felons and Ex-drug addicts thrive at TOSA.

Colleen & Steve visited TOSA Denver and share their insights on this radically successful classic therapeutic community, on this special episode of the Embracing Brokenness Podcast.

Support TOSA: https://www.theothersideacademy.com/how-to-help

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:39 Preview of the Other Side Academy

00:49 Challenges of Traditional Rehabilitation Models

01:45 The Other Side Academy's Social Enterprises

02:23 Accountability and Responsibility03:58 Therapeutic Community Principles

06:36 First Impressions of the Other Side Academy

07:32 The Bench and Denver the Dog10:55 Living and Working at the Academy

17:20 Success Rates and Program Structure

21:44 Accountability and Behavioral Challenges

23:05 Crucial Conversations in Action

24:17 Therapeutic Community Dynamics

27:54 Core Values and Principles

28:39 Personal Responsibility and Overcoming Trauma

33:39 Peer Support and Community Learning

36:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement