Does the Bible really guarantee divine health and freedom from all sickness for Christians? Listen as we examine the Scriptures on God's healing promises.Show Notes:Defining "divine health" and what it means to Christians;- Looking at Exodus 15:26 - obeying God's commands leads to health;- Matthew 18:32-34 - unforgiveness can lead to sickness;- 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 - taking communion unworthily can make you sick;- Examining some "proof text" verses used to support divine health (Matthew 4:4, Psalm 34:19, etc.);- These verses don't guarantee freedom from affliction;- Examples of godly people in the Bible who weren't healed (Paul's thorn, Epaphroditus' illness);- Sharing personal experiences with sin-sickness connection;- Going through listener comments and feedback on Facebook;- The story of John G. Lake's miraculous healing during the plague;- Discussion of whether divine health is promised or not;- Looking at Deuteronomy 8:4 - did the Israelites have divine health?- Conclusion - pray for healing but understand it's not an absolute guarantee;- Encouragement to walk in humility and faithfulness; Links:- Gary Nesbitt's testimony: bit.ly/GarryHealedbyJesus- My book "Open Your Eyes": bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook- My social media:https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerhttps://www.instagram.com/conradcarrikerhttps://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan

Does the Bible really guarantee divine health and freedom from all sickness for Christians? Listen as we examine the Scriptures on God's healing promises. Show Notes: <ul><li>Defining "divine health" and what it means to Christians;</li><li>- Looking at Exodus 15:26 - obeying God's commands leads to health;</li><li>- Matthew 18:32-34 - unforgiveness can lead to sickness;</li><li>- 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 - taking communion unworthily can make you sick;</li><li>- Examining some "proof text" verses used to support divine health (Matthew 4:4, Psalm 34:19, etc.);</li><li>- These verses don't guarantee freedom from affliction;</li><li>- Examples of godly people in the Bible who weren't healed (Paul's thorn, Epaphroditus' illness);</li><li>- Sharing personal experiences with sin-sickness connection;</li><li>- Going through listener comments and feedback on Facebook;</li><li>- The story of John G. Lake's miraculous healing during the plague;</li><li>- Discussion of whether divine health is promised or not;</li><li>- Looking at Deuteronomy 8:4 - did the Israelites have divine health?</li><li>- Conclusion - pray for healing but understand it's not an absolute guarantee;</li><li>- Encouragement to walk in humility and faithfulness;</li></ul> Links: - Gary Nesbitt's testimony: <a href="http://bit.ly/GarryHealedbyJesus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/GarryHealedbyJesus</a> - My book "Open Your Eyes": <a href="http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a> - My social media: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a>

Walking in Divine Health - What does the bible say?

In this episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad interviews street evangelist Monty Simpson, who shares his testimony and experiences of preaching on the streets. Monty discusses his journey from a life of alcoholism to finding salvation and his calling to evangelism. He also shares insights into the challenges and rewards of street preaching, and how his spiritual relationship with Jesus fuels his passion for the Great Commission. Despite facing opposition and misunderstanding, Monty remains steadfast in his mission to bring Jesus to the lost and hurting world.Show notes:Monty Simpson shares his journey to street evangelism;- Simpson's upbringing and struggles with alcoholism;- His radical transformation after accepting Christ;- The challenges and opposition faced by street preachers;- The importance of being led by God in street preaching;- Encountering demonic opposition during public preaching;- The power of prayer and persistence in evangelism;- The need for more Christians to take the gospel to the streets (Matthew 28:19);- Simpson's call for support in his evangelistic mission.Links:Monty on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/monty.simpson.923Monty on PayPa:l @montpreachesMonty Venmo Monty-Simpson-1CashApp:$MontySimpson

In this episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad interviews street evangelist Monty Simpson, who shares his testimony and experiences of preaching on the streets. Monty discusses his journey from a life of alcoholism to finding salvation and his calling to evangelism. He also shares insights into the challenges and rewards of street preaching, and how his spiritual relationship with Jesus fuels his passion for the Great Commission. Despite facing opposition and misunderstanding, Monty remains steadfast in his mission to bring Jesus to the lost and hurting world. Show notes: <ul><li>Monty Simpson shares his journey to street evangelism;</li><li>- Simpson's upbringing and struggles with alcoholism;</li><li>- His radical transformation after accepting Christ;</li><li>- The challenges and opposition faced by street preachers;</li><li>- The importance of being led by God in street preaching;</li><li>- Encountering demonic opposition during public preaching;</li><li>- The power of prayer and persistence in evangelism;</li><li>- The need for more Christians to take the gospel to the streets (Matthew 28:19);</li><li>- Simpson's call for support in his evangelistic mission.</li></ul>Links: Monty on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/monty.simpson.923" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/monty.simpson.923</a> Monty on PayPa:l @montpreaches Monty Venmo Monty-Simpson-1 CashApp:$MontySimpson

Monty Simpson Interview - Exploring the Challenges and Rewards of Street Evangelism

In this thought-provoking episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad delves into the age-old debate of free will versus predestination, as well as the contrasting views of Calvinism and Arminianism. Join Conrad as he explores the main points and differences of these theological systems, offering his own spiritual perspective along the way. Buckle up for a deep dive into this fascinating topic and get ready to have your mind opened to new possibilities.Calvinism:1. Total depravity - humans born in sin.2. Unconditional election - God chooses who is saved.3. Limited atonement - Jesus died for the elect.4. Irresistible grace - the elect cannot resist God's grace.5. Perseverance of the saints - the elect will never be lost.Arminianism:1. Partial depravity - humans have capacity for good.2. Conditional election - God chooses based on mercy.3. Unlimited atonement - Jesus died for all.4. Resistible grace - humans can reject God's grace.5. Conditional salvation - believers can fall away.Differences:1. Role of human free will.2. Nature of God's sovereignty.3. Nature of sin.4. Nature of atonement.5. Nature of grace.6. Perseverance of the saints.Listener comments:1. True student can defend both sides.2. Debate is rooted in intellectualism.3. Both sides can be true.4. Relationship with Jesus is personal.5. Moral superiority drives people away.My thoughts:1. God sending robots to hell?2. Absolves responsibility for Great Commission.3. How can we love without free will?4. Both sides discount opposition's scriptures.5. Finite mind cannot comprehend infinite God.6. Does the Bible promote denominations?7. Keep our focus on Jesus.- Scriptures used: Romans 3:10-12; John 1:9; Ephesians 1:4-5; 1 Peter 1:2; John 10:11; 1 John 2:2; Acts 7:51; John 6:37; Philippians 1:6; Hebrews 6:4-6; Proverbs 3:5; John 5:39-40; 1 Corinthians 1:12-13; Ester 4:14Links:Try Readwise for FREE ! Readwise https://readwise.io/i/conrad8Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/Podcast: https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.htmlTwitter: https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan

In this thought-provoking episode of Coffee with Conrad, Conrad delves into the age-old debate of free will versus predestination, as well as the contrasting views of Calvinism and Arminianism. Join Conrad as he explores the main points and differences of these theological systems, offering his own spiritual perspective along the way. Buckle up for a deep dive into this fascinating topic and get ready to have your mind opened to new possibilities. Calvinism: 1. Total depravity - humans born in sin. 2. Unconditional election - God chooses who is saved. 3. Limited atonement - Jesus died for the elect. 4. Irresistible grace - the elect cannot resist God's grace. 5. Perseverance of the saints - the elect will never be lost. Arminianism: 1. Partial depravity - humans have capacity for good. 2. Conditional election - God chooses based on mercy. 3. Unlimited atonement - Jesus died for all. 4. Resistible grace - humans can reject God's grace. 5. Conditional salvation - believers can fall away. Differences: 1. Role of human free will. 2. Nature of God's sovereignty. 3. Nature of sin. 4. Nature of atonement. 5. Nature of grace. 6. Perseverance of the saints. Listener comments: 1. True student can defend both sides. 2. Debate is rooted in intellectualism. 3. Both sides can be true. 4. Relationship with Jesus is personal. 5. Moral superiority drives people away. My thoughts: 1. God sending robots to hell? 2. Absolves responsibility for Great Commission. 3. How can we love without free will? 4. Both sides discount opposition's scriptures. 5. Finite mind cannot comprehend infinite God. 6. Does the Bible promote denominations? 7. Keep our focus on Jesus. - Scriptures used: Romans 3:10-12; John 1:9; Ephesians 1:4-5; 1 Peter 1:2; John 10:11; 1 John 2:2; Acts 7:51; John 6:37; Philippians 1:6; Hebrews 6:4-6; Proverbs 3:5; John 5:39-40; 1 Corinthians 1:12-13; Ester 4:14 Links: Try Readwise for FREE ! Readwise <a href="https://readwise.io/i/conrad8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://readwise.io/i/conrad8</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/</a> Podcast: <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a>

Calvinism vs. Arminianism Divine Dilemma

Are you looking to deepen your relationship with God, unlock new insights from scripture, and learn how to apply spiritual truth to your life? Join me as I explore the power of asking, seeking, and knocking in order to spark spiritual revelation and insight. In this episode, I’ll be discussing a powerful four-question method that can help you take your spiritual journey higher. Tune in for Coffee with Conrad and start unlocking your hidden spiritual insights!• The power of asking, seeking, and knocking when it comes to sparking spiritual revelation and insight.• Spiritual revelations come with a biblical foundation- we must have a relationship with the Spirit of Truth and a biblical foundation for this to work. • “Parking the question in the Spirit”- when we are not ready to receive an answer. • Readwise Reader is useful for staying organized and motivated to read more. • Four questions to help dig deeper and go higher with God:    • What question or questions does this scripture or idea answer?     • What scriptures or ideas agree with this?     • What ideas or scriptures compete with this idea?     • What is the very next step?  • Action tags are important to note so future self will understand the notes. • Review highlights and notes regularly to benefit from them. • Actionable next step ideas: podcasting, blogging, and Facebook posts.Links:Try Readwise for FREE !  Readwise https://readwise.io/i/conrad8God sends Prophetic Mentors:  https://bit.ly/3CEuW1Dhttps://bit.ly/NextStepMethod

Are you looking to deepen your relationship with God, unlock new insights from scripture, and learn how to apply spiritual truth to your life? Join me as I explore the power of asking, seeking, and knocking in order to spark spiritual revelation and insight. In this episode, I’ll be discussing a powerful four-question method that can help you take your spiritual journey higher. Tune in for Coffee with Conrad and start unlocking your hidden spiritual insights! • The power of asking, seeking, and knocking when it comes to sparking spiritual revelation and insight. • Spiritual revelations come with a biblical foundation- we must have a relationship with the Spirit of Truth and a biblical foundation for this to work. • “Parking the question in the Spirit”- when we are not ready to receive an answer. • Readwise Reader is useful for staying organized and motivated to read more. • Four questions to help dig deeper and go higher with God: • What question or questions does this scripture or idea answer? • What scriptures or ideas agree with this? • What ideas or scriptures compete with this idea? • What is the very next step? • Action tags are important to note so future self will understand the notes. • Review highlights and notes regularly to benefit from them. • Actionable next step ideas: podcasting, blogging, and Facebook posts. Links: Try Readwise for FREE ! Readwise <a href="https://readwise.io/i/conrad8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://readwise.io/i/conrad8</a> God sends Prophetic Mentors: <a href="https://bit.ly/3CEuW1D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3CEuW1D</a> <a href="https://bit.ly/NextStepMethod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/NextStepMethod</a>

Sparking Spiritual Insight: 4 Questions to Dig Deeper

There is a war raging on twitter against Christians.It is becoming more venemous each year.  We are exploring what is causing this and what the solution is.  Show Notes:It is important to have a biblical worldview (Colossians 3:2-10) ;Jesus commanded us to have a personal relationship with him (John 10:27) ;True Christianity is about loving others and being humble (Matthew 5:3-4, Philippians 2:3) ;We are accountable and must stand in awe of God’s truths (Psalms 33:8) ;Christian nationalism blurs the line between faith and politics (Romans 13:1-7) ;Political ideology should not replace true Biblical teachings (2 Corinthians 10:3-5) ;We should promote justice and compassion (Matthew 25:31-40) ;God desires unity in our faith, not division (John 17:20-23) ;We should reject hate speech and false narratives (Ephesians 4:25-27) ;We should represent Jesus accurately and share our own testimonies (Matthew 28:16-20) ;The world should know that Christianity is not about hate and bigotry (1 John 4:8, 20-21);We need to get back to the fundamentals of the faith (2 Timothy 3:15-17);We need to become convicted of Jesus’ teachings (Matthew 5-7);We need to reclaim our power that has been lost (1 Cor. 2:5);We need to actively engage people with the gospel in public (Romans 10:14);We need to enlist the help of the Holy Spirit ( Acts 2:1-4);We need to spend time with Jesus so that we can be filled with the Spirit (Luke 11:13);We need to stop walking in the wisdom of man and start demonstrating the power of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 4:20);We need to be willing to take up our cross and be a light to the world (Matthew 16:24);We need to start proclaiming the good news to those that have yet to hear it (Acts 13:1-3);We need to march into our communities and proclaim the name of Jesus (2 Chronicles 7:14);Listener and Follower CommentsLinks:Appalachian Dawn https://amzn.to/3IxOXKEOpen Your Eyes: http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBookWhy I Follow Atheists on Twitter: https://www.conradrocks.net/2010/11/why-i-follow-atheists-on-twitter.htmlTwitter Theology: https://www.conradrocks.net/2016/11/twitter-theology.htmlFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/Podcast: https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.htmlTwitter: https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan

There is a war raging on twitter against Christians. It is becoming more venemous each year. We are exploring what is causing this and what the solution is. Show Notes: It is important to have a biblical worldview (Colossians 3:2-10) ; Jesus commanded us to have a personal relationship with him (John 10:27) ; True Christianity is about loving others and being humble (Matthew 5:3-4, Philippians 2:3) ; We are accountable and must stand in awe of God’s truths (Psalms 33:8) ; Christian nationalism blurs the line between faith and politics (Romans 13:1-7) ; Political ideology should not replace true Biblical teachings (2 Corinthians 10:3-5) ; We should promote justice and compassion (Matthew 25:31-40) ; God desires unity in our faith, not division (John 17:20-23) ; We should reject hate speech and false narratives (Ephesians 4:25-27) ; We should represent Jesus accurately and share our own testimonies (Matthew 28:16-20) ; The world should know that Christianity is not about hate and bigotry (1 John 4:8, 20-21); We need to get back to the fundamentals of the faith (2 Timothy 3:15-17); We need to become convicted of Jesus’ teachings (Matthew 5-7); We need to reclaim our power that has been lost (1 Cor. 2:5); We need to actively engage people with the gospel in public (Romans 10:14); We need to enlist the help of the Holy Spirit ( Acts 2:1-4); We need to spend time with Jesus so that we can be filled with the Spirit (Luke 11:13); We need to stop walking in the wisdom of man and start demonstrating the power of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 4:20); We need to be willing to take up our cross and be a light to the world (Matthew 16:24); We need to start proclaiming the good news to those that have yet to hear it (Acts 13:1-3); We need to march into our communities and proclaim the name of Jesus (2 Chronicles 7:14); Listener and Follower Comments Links: Appalachian Dawn <a href="https://amzn.to/3IxOXKE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3IxOXKE</a> Open Your Eyes: <a href="http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a> Why I Follow Atheists on Twitter: <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/2010/11/why-i-follow-atheists-on-twitter.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/2010/11/why-i-follow-atheists-on-twitter.html</a> Twitter Theology: <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/2016/11/twitter-theology.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/2016/11/twitter-theology.html</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/</a> Podcast: <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a>

Twitter War on Christianity

Exploring the Different Levels of Faith and the Kingdom Keys to 1000X Faith in GodWe can move from grasshopper faith to giant faith by developing our spiritual relationship with God. This is made possible by the Kingdom Keys laid out in scripture.Going from Faith to Faith- Limited faith- Human faith- 1000X God faith!Mark 11 is a Roadmap of Faith- Change "impossible" to "I'm Possible"- The power of the human mind- Tony Robbins, an NLP expert, demonstrates belief- The importance of belief- The super importance of faith in God and not ourselves- A word on how hypnosis and belief work- The basketball free throw study and belief- The 40% rule - tapping our true potentialFaith in God is 1000X Better Than Faith in OurselvesKey ingredients of belief- Kingdom Key of Faith- Kingdom Key of Vision- Kingdom Key of Heart Coherence- Kingdom Key of Feeling- Applying These Keys to 1000X Our FaithLinks:Tony’s Video on Visualization https://youtu.be/Z75gM-fBZowGet Two Months free with Scribd https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjdOPEN YOUR EYES BOOK https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook Socialhttps://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan Biblicial Protocol for Having Ought https://bit.ly/HavingOught

Exploring the Different Levels of Faith and the Kingdom Keys to 1000X Faith in God We can move from grasshopper faith to giant faith by developing our spiritual relationship with God. This is made possible by the Kingdom Keys laid out in scripture. Going from Faith to Faith - Limited faith - Human faith - 1000X God faith! Mark 11 is a Roadmap of Faith - Change "impossible" to "I'm Possible" - The power of the human mind - Tony Robbins, an NLP expert, demonstrates belief - The importance of belief - The super importance of faith in God and not ourselves - A word on how hypnosis and belief work - The basketball free throw study and belief - The 40% rule - tapping our true potential Faith in God is 1000X Better Than Faith in Ourselves Key ingredients of belief - Kingdom Key of Faith - Kingdom Key of Vision - Kingdom Key of Heart Coherence - Kingdom Key of Feeling - Applying These Keys to 1000X Our Faith Links: Tony’s Video on Visualization <a href="https://youtu.be/Z75gM-fBZow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/Z75gM-fBZow</a> Get Two Months free with Scribd <a href="https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjd</a> OPEN YOUR EYES BOOK <a href="https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a> Social <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/</a> <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a> Biblicial Protocol for Having Ought <a href="https://bit.ly/HavingOught" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/HavingOught</a>

1000X Your Faith  - The Elements of Supernatural Faith

The Power of Purposeful Effort: How to Regain Your First Love with GodI will be sharing my personal experiences and insights on how to rekindle the fire we once had with the Lord. I will emphasize the importance of purposeful effort, overcoming apathy and complacency, seeking God's face, and renewing our minds through the Holy Spirit. Whether you're feeling distant from God or simply want to deepen your spiritual connection, this podcast has something for you. Show notes:Our spiritual relationship with God requires purposeful effort and intentionality ;Apathy and complacency can weaken our spiritual connections with God ;Seeking God's face can lead to an increase in spiritual gifts ;Overcoming our flesh and apathy can help us regain our first love with God ;The Holy Spirit can guide us in meditating on Bible passages ;We should not conform to this world but be transformed by renewing our minds ;Practical steps can be taken to recapture our spiritual relationship with God ;Personal experiences and insights from others can be helpful in this process ;Rekindling the fire we once had with the Lord is possible through purposeful effort ;Our closeness to God can impact how much His will is made known to us ;We need to be intentional and purposeful in seeking a closer relationship with God, and that there are practical steps we can take to do so.You may also like "Developing a Spiritual Relationship with God"Get The Word of Promise Audio Bible: New King James Version

The Power of Purposeful Effort: How to Regain Your First Love with God I will be sharing my personal experiences and insights on how to rekindle the fire we once had with the Lord. I will emphasize the importance of purposeful effort, overcoming apathy and complacency, seeking God's face, and renewing our minds through the Holy Spirit. Whether you're feeling distant from God or simply want to deepen your spiritual connection, this podcast has something for you. Show notes: Our spiritual relationship with God requires purposeful effort and intentionality ; Apathy and complacency can weaken our spiritual connections with God ; Seeking God's face can lead to an increase in spiritual gifts ; Overcoming our flesh and apathy can help us regain our first love with God ; The Holy Spirit can guide us in meditating on Bible passages ; We should not conform to this world but be transformed by renewing our minds ; Practical steps can be taken to recapture our spiritual relationship with God ; Personal experiences and insights from others can be helpful in this process ; Rekindling the fire we once had with the Lord is possible through purposeful effort ; Our closeness to God can impact how much His will is made known to us ; We need to be intentional and purposeful in seeking a closer relationship with God, and that there are practical steps we can take to do so. You may also like "<a href="https://youtu.be/CYaCVHam3-0" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Developing a Spiritual Relationship with God</a>" Get <a href="https://amzn.to/3KE36HC" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Word of Promise Audio Bible: New King James Version</a>

Overcoming Spiritual Apathy

Show Notes:God is calling YOU Higher right now;Prophetic burden for the last week;The time is NOW to reach the next level;Following Jesus' example;Elementary school example;Top Dog Christians are just getting started;Let go of our besetting sins and weights (Hebrews 12:1);Come under God's Mission (James 4:7);Put off the Old Man (Ephesians 4:22-24);Accessing the Spirit of God through His Word; Rising up to where we should be (Hebrews 5:12);Living a sacrificial life for God (Romans 12);We reckon ourselves dead to sin (Romans 6:11-13);The solution to self-opposition (2 Timothy 2:25,26);Being in total alignment with God and His will;Cleansing our heart to think Godly thoughts;Continuing in the Word leads to freedom (John 8:31,32);The next level is going to be amazing (Romans 8:18).

Show Notes: God is calling YOU Higher right now; Prophetic burden for the last week; The time is NOW to reach the next level; Following Jesus' example; Elementary school example; Top Dog Christians are just getting started; Let go of our besetting sins and weights (Hebrews 12:1); Come under God's Mission (James 4:7); Put off the Old Man (Ephesians 4:22-24); Accessing the Spirit of God through His Word; Rising up to where we should be (Hebrews 5:12); Living a sacrificial life for God (Romans 12); We reckon ourselves dead to sin (Romans 6:11-13); The solution to self-opposition (2 Timothy 2:25,26); Being in total alignment with God and His will; Cleansing our heart to think Godly thoughts; Continuing in the Word leads to freedom (John 8:31,32); The next level is going to be amazing (Romans 8:18).

God is calling YOU higher right now!

Show Notes:• Is it up to the Christian to clean their spiritual heart?• Guard our hearts with all due diligence.• Fill our hearts with God's Word and focus on loving God and loving our neighbor.• Be mindful of what we allow into our hearts through our eyes and ears.• Spend time in prayer and seek out meaningful conversations with spiritually mature people.• Pursue holiness and constantly be in repentance and a state of repentance in order to draw closer to God and cleanse our hearts. • Develop a spiritual discipline such as reading Scripture regularly and spending time in solitude.• Have friends, family members, and mentors who can challenge us spiritually and help us keep our hearts focused on living righteously. • Actively participate in church, encouraging one another to do what God wants us to do. • Rely on the grace of God for salvation and strive to be pure in heart through prayer and meditation on the Scriptures.Scriptures:Proverbs 4:23: “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Matthew 15:19: “For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies.”Luke 6:45: “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.”Romans 12:2: “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”Philippians 4:8: “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”Psalm 24:3-4: “Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully.”Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.”Psalm 51:10: “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.”James 4:8: “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.”1 Peter 1:14-16: “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.”Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.”James 4:7-8: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.”Ezekiel 36:26-27: “A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.”Titus 2:11-12: “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.”Philippians 4:6-7: “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds

Show Notes: • Is it up to the Christian to clean their spiritual heart? • Guard our hearts with all due diligence. • Fill our hearts with God's Word and focus on loving God and loving our neighbor. • Be mindful of what we allow into our hearts through our eyes and ears. • Spend time in prayer and seek out meaningful conversations with spiritually mature people. • Pursue holiness and constantly be in repentance and a state of repentance in order to draw closer to God and cleanse our hearts. • Develop a spiritual discipline such as reading Scripture regularly and spending time in solitude. • Have friends, family members, and mentors who can challenge us spiritually and help us keep our hearts focused on living righteously. • Actively participate in church, encouraging one another to do what God wants us to do. • Rely on the grace of God for salvation and strive to be pure in heart through prayer and meditation on the Scriptures. Scriptures: Proverbs 4:23: “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Matthew 15:19: “For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies.” Luke 6:45: “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” Romans 12:2: “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Philippians 4:8: “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” Psalm 24:3-4: “Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully.” Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.” Psalm 51:10: “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” James 4:8: “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.” 1 Peter 1:14-16: “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.” Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.” James 4:7-8: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.” Ezekiel 36:26-27: “A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.” Titus 2:11-12: “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.” Philippians 4:6-7: “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds

Who is Responsible for cleaning the heart?  Me or God?

The Bible talks about how to communicate with our hearts, and what it conveys is designed to drive us to actual, positive life change. This podcast explores what it means to commune with the heart and what it means to be transformed by a refreshing of the mind.Show Notes:This is not taught in church;Not a new age teaching;Searching our hearts with God;Biblical definition of heart;Guarding our hearts;Communing with our hearts;Aligning with God's purpose;Old Testament passages;New Testament Passages;The believer's responsibility;Knowing our heart;Dreams reveal the deep heart;How the heart can help us;Saturation in possibility;Links:Readwise FREE https://readwise.io/i/conrad8https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerhttps://www.instagram.com/conradcarrikerhttps://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.htmlhttps://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan

The Bible talks about how to communicate with our hearts, and what it conveys is designed to drive us to actual, positive life change. This podcast explores what it means to commune with the heart and what it means to be transformed by a refreshing of the mind. Show Notes: This is not taught in church; Not a new age teaching; Searching our hearts with God; Biblical definition of heart; Guarding our hearts; Communing with our hearts; Aligning with God's purpose; Old Testament passages; New Testament Passages; The believer's responsibility; Knowing our heart; Dreams reveal the deep heart; How the heart can help us; Saturation in possibility; Links: Readwise FREE <a href="https://readwise.io/i/conrad8" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://readwise.io/i/conrad8" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://readwise.io/i/conrad8</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker</a> <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a>

Communing With The Heart

I talk about walking after the spirit and maturing in the prophetic.  I have a passion for revival in America and uniting the body of Christ.

Today, we're going to explore one of the most fundamental aspects of Christianity: the understanding of the reality of demons, principalities, powers, and spiritual wickedness in high places. Many Christians fail to distinguish between these entities, but understanding the distinctions between them can have a huge impact on our relationship with God and our ability to engage in spiritual warfare. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the spiritual realm and learn how to effectively fight against the forces of darkness? Tune in now to find out more!Show Topics:Christians Need to Know the DifferencePrincipalities and Power HierarchyDemons and Principalities DistinctionTypes of DemonsHierarchy of Spiritual Entities in WarfareThe Nephilim-Demon Origin BeliefPrincipalities have a Large Sphere of InfluencePrincipalities: Spiritual Powers Behind RulersPrincipalities in Spiritual Warfare: Caution Needed Digging DeeperIf you're interested in delving further into the topic of spiritual warfare and the distinctions between demons, principalities, and powers, I would highly recommend the book "Needless Casualties of War" by John Paul Jackson. This book provides valuable insight and guidance on the topic and is worth reading if you're considering taking on a principality or spiritual force without first seeking guidance from God. It's important to remember that principalities and powers are spiritual beings or entities that have been established by God and it is essential to have a humble, unselfish relationship with the Holy Spirit in order to be certain that we are being led by God when engaging in spiritual warfare. Additionally, I would recommend joining the conversation by checking out the linked Facebook post in the show notes for more perspectives and thoughts on the topic.Link:Needless Casualties of War Facebook Discussion

Today, we're going to explore one of the most fundamental aspects of Christianity: the understanding of the reality of demons, principalities, powers, and spiritual wickedness in high places. Many Christians fail to distinguish between these entities, but understanding the distinctions between them can have a huge impact on our relationship with God and our ability to engage in spiritual warfare. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the spiritual realm and learn how to effectively fight against the forces of darkness? Tune in now to find out more! Show Topics: Christians Need to Know the Difference Principalities and Power Hierarchy Demons and Principalities Distinction Types of Demons Hierarchy of Spiritual Entities in Warfare The Nephilim-Demon Origin Belief Principalities have a Large Sphere of Influence Principalities: Spiritual Powers Behind Rulers Principalities in Spiritual Warfare: Caution Needed Digging Deeper If you're interested in delving further into the topic of spiritual warfare and the distinctions between demons, principalities, and powers, I would highly recommend the book "<a href="https://amzn.to/3iDsIsK" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Needless Casualties of War</a>" by John Paul Jackson. This book provides valuable insight and guidance on the topic and is worth reading if you're considering taking on a principality or spiritual force without first seeking guidance from God. It's important to remember that principalities and powers are spiritual beings or entities that have been established by God and it is essential to have a humble, unselfish relationship with the Holy Spirit in order to be certain that we are being led by God when engaging in spiritual warfare. Additionally, I would recommend joining the conversation by checking out the linked Facebook post in the show notes for more perspectives and thoughts on the topic. Link: <a href="https://amzn.to/3iDsIsK" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Needless Casualties of War </a> <a href="https://bit.ly/FBDemonsvsPrincipalities" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Discussion</a>

Navigating Spiritual Warfare: Distinguishing Demons from Principalities

I will be exploring the troubling trend of the decline of the fear of the Lord in the church and discuss why the fear of the Lord is a biblical precept that should exist even today. 0:00:54 The fear of the Lord has disappeared from the church;0:06:58  Hirelings mislead those that don’t read the bible; 0:09:08 Christianity is not a bed of roses;0:10:24  The apostles and disciples were martyred;0:14:08 New Testament comes in at Jesus’ death;0:15:35 Paul curses the sorcerer; 0:18:39 Ananias and Sapphira were struck down dead;0:22:31  Herod was struck with worms and died; 0:24:50 dying for drinking the cup of Christ unworthily;0:29:32 The stern rebuke of Thyatira; 0:35:11  Comments from Facebook; 0:39:45 Conclusion; Links:  Facebook Post https://tinyurl.com/NoFearOfGodBeTheFew Post https://www.bethefew.com/2022/12/there-is-no-fear-of-lord-in-church-today.html

I will be exploring the troubling trend of the decline of the fear of the Lord in the church and discuss why the fear of the Lord is a biblical precept that should exist even today. 0:00:54 The fear of the Lord has disappeared from the church; 0:06:58 Hirelings mislead those that don’t read the bible; 0:09:08 Christianity is not a bed of roses; 0:10:24 The apostles and disciples were martyred; 0:14:08 New Testament comes in at Jesus’ death; 0:15:35 Paul curses the sorcerer; 0:18:39 Ananias and Sapphira were struck down dead; 0:22:31 Herod was struck with worms and died; 0:24:50 dying for drinking the cup of Christ unworthily; 0:29:32 The stern rebuke of Thyatira; 0:35:11 Comments from Facebook; 0:39:45 Conclusion; Links: Facebook Post <a href="https://tinyurl.com/NoFearOfGod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/NoFearOfGod</a> BeTheFew Post <a href="https://www.bethefew.com/2022/12/there-is-no-fear-of-lord-in-church-today.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bethefew.com/2022/12/there-is-no-fear-of-lord-in-church-today.html</a>

The Lack of Fear - The Church Has Forgotten the Lord's Fear

Acie Burleson

Evangelist Acie Burleson was on a mission to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout California, but he's did it in a unique way - by carrying a cross. Here is  an exclusive interview with him where we can hear firsthand about this incredible journey. We’re excited to learn why he felt inspired to take on this endeavor and what his experiences and challenges were;Met Acie Originally at Jesus Jam Texas;Acie's original call to walk the cross;Starting out with a challenge of faith;Acie talks to homeless people;Lady cries and said she was blessed;Most people ignored him;Acie talks to a man doing meth;Supernatural provision;Angry man challenges Acie ;More supernatural provision!;Desperate and God comes through;We pray for California;Acie prays us out;Links:Acie On  facebook https://www.facebook.com/Jesusfreak6Acie walking memorial  https://www.youtube.com/@walkingmemorial/featuredFrom South Carolina to the Grand Canyon  https://www.conradrocks.net/2019/08/2000-mile-cross-walk-finished-acie.htmlOpen Your Eyes Book - https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook

Evangelist Acie Burleson was on a mission to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout California, but he's did it in a unique way - by carrying a cross. Here is an exclusive interview with him where we can hear firsthand about this incredible journey. We’re excited to learn why he felt inspired to take on this endeavor and what his experiences and challenges were; Met Acie Originally at Jesus Jam Texas; Acie's original call to walk the cross; Starting out with a challenge of faith; Acie talks to homeless people; Lady cries and said she was blessed; Most people ignored him; Acie talks to a man doing meth; Supernatural provision; Angry man challenges Acie ; More supernatural provision!; Desperate and God comes through; We pray for California; Acie prays us out; Links: Acie On facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Jesusfreak6" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Jesusfreak6</a> Acie walking memorial <a href="https://www.youtube.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/</a>@walkingmemorial/featured From South Carolina to the Grand Canyon <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/2019/08/2000-mile-cross-walk-finished-acie.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/2019/08/2000-mile-cross-walk-finished-acie.html</a> Open Your Eyes Book - <a href="https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a>

California Cross Walk -  Acie Burleson Interview

How I stumbled Across Groaning in PrayerWhen I first got saved, I discovered that I would groan in deep prayer or when I was in a deeply spiritual setting. I started to dig into the bible to see if it was biblical. It took me quite some time to even notice that I was groaning in prayer. It would happen when I waded deep into the spirit or when I was with a group of people and the prayer got really deep. So deep that you could sense the manifest presence of God in the room. Prayer &amp; Groaning Prayer is a familiar concept to many of us. Whether we’re alone or in a group, it can be used for devotion and as a way to commune with God. But what about groaning? Can this also be part of our prayer life? I believe the answer is yes! Groaning – both in the spiritual sense and in the physical act of uttering sounds – has been used throughout history as an expression of prayer. I m sure you've seen pictures of people on their knees or laying prostrate before an image of Jesus. In the background you see them groaning and sobbing, often while clutching their hands in prayer position. Similarly, Paul says that he “groans within himself” (Romans 8:26) while praying. In the same way the Spirit [comes to us and] helps us in our weakness. We do not know what prayer to offer or how to offer it as we should, but the Spirit Himself [knows our need and at the right time] intercedes on our behalf with sighs and groanings too deep for words.(Rom 8:26 AMP)What Does the Bible Say? When it comes to the question of groaning prayer, what does the Bible say? Groaning is an emotional expression often used in pleas for help or comfort, but is it an appropriate way to express a prayer to God? Let's take a closer look at what Scripture has to say about this form of communication with the Creator. Various passages throughout Scripture make reference to groaning prayers as a valid method of communicating with God. In Romans 8:26-27, Paul writes that "the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. God intercedes for the saints according to his own will." Here we see that God responds to our prayers based on His own will, and that the Spirit helps us communicate with Him in a way that is beyond our natural ability. Examples of Groaning Prayer in Scripture Groaning prayer, or expressing one’s prayers to God in the form of a deep groan or sigh, is a practice that has long been used by believers. It can be found throughout scripture as an expression of hardship and suffering. The Bible contains many examples of groaning prayer that are worth exploring.One example of groaning prayer comes from Paul’s letter to the Romans 8:23-24 which states “And not only this, but also we ourselves, having the first fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting eagerly for our adoption as sons”. Here Paul expresses his longing for redemption and forgiveness through this type of prayer. One example of groaning prayer in Scripture is the aforementioned Romans 8:26-27 when the Apostle Paul says “we do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.” (NIV) Here, we see an example of how believers can cry out to God without necessarily using words to express their needs and desires. Additionally, Psalm 5:1-3 describes a situation where David cries out to God with intense emotion and anguish by using loud cries and tears as part of his form of communication with Him. A Psalm of David. Listen to my words, O LORD, Consider my groaning and sighing. Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray. In the morning, O LORD, You will hear my voice; In the morning I will prepare [a prayer and a sacrifice] for You and watch and wait [for You to speak to my heart].(Psa 5:1-3 AMP+)I believe Jesus groaned within Himself in Gethsemane (see Matt. 26:37,38; Mark 14:33-35). We may not know what Jesus groaned about, but the idea is that He was so burdened by His coming ordeal that He had to sigh deeply within Himself in order to pray. Groaning seems appropriate when we cannot find the words, but the spirit knows. Scripture isn't explicit, but it seems like this Scripture is in agreement with others elsewhere.Jesus groaned in the spirit and was troubled when He saw Mary weeping at the tomb of Lazarus (see John 11:33). In this case, groaning was a sign of empathy and sorrow. Challenges to Groaning Prayer Though it may be seen as a form of spiritual expression, groaning prayer has its challenges. Those who practice groaning prayer must be able to discern the difference between true spiritual expressions and something that isn’t from God. Additionally, it can also be difficult for some people to know when or how to begin groaning in prayer, as such an activity requires one to have an intimate knowledge of scripture and the nature of God. My personal experience is when I am deeply lost in prayer, groaning just seems to happen. It is not something that I initiated, but the Spirit gave utterance. Groaning in the spirit during prayer is biblical Groaning in the spirit during prayer is absolutely biblical and has been documented throughout Christian history. It's a powerful tool that allows Christians to express their faith and draw closer to God. Many Bible verses reference groaning in prayer, from Paul's description of the Spirit interceding with us when we are unable to find words (Romans 8:26) to Jesus' heartbreaking cries for His Father's will be done (Matthew 26:39). The idea of groaning prayer can be traced back as far as the Old Testament book of Psalms, where David pleads with God using passionate cries and supplications. We also see examples in Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Job—all of whom use language reflective of deep feeling within their prayers which would be another way of saying 'groaning'. In ConclusionI didn't set out to groan in prayer. It is something that happened when I got lost deep in prayer. The bible examples seem to tie groaning to desperation. Verses to Pray About Here are some verses to ponder on about groaning in prayer. Pray about these and let me know what revelation you get!Exo   2:24 And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob.Exo   6:5 And I have also heard the groaning of the children of Israel, whom the Egyptians keep in bondage; and I have remembered my covenant.Psa   6:6 I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears.Joh   11:33 When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled,Joh   11:38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it.Rom   8:23 And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.2Co   5:2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven2Co   5:4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.You may also like - Groaning Intercession - Daniel Nash https://youtu.be/wGsuiMJuPoY

How I stumbled Across Groaning in Prayer When I first got saved, I discovered that I would groan in deep prayer or when I was in a deeply spiritual setting. I started to dig into the bible to see if it was biblical. It took me quite some time to even notice that I was groaning in prayer. It would happen when I waded deep into the spirit or when I was with a group of people and the prayer got really deep. So deep that you could sense the manifest presence of God in the room. Prayer &amp; Groaning Prayer is a familiar concept to many of us. Whether we’re alone or in a group, it can be used for devotion and as a way to commune with God. But what about groaning? Can this also be part of our prayer life? I believe the answer is yes! Groaning – both in the spiritual sense and in the physical act of uttering sounds – has been used throughout history as an expression of prayer. I m sure you've seen pictures of people on their knees or laying prostrate before an image of Jesus. In the background you see them groaning and sobbing, often while clutching their hands in prayer position. Similarly, Paul says that he “groans within himself” (Romans 8:26) while praying. In the same way the Spirit [comes to us and] helps us in our weakness. We do not know what prayer to offer or how to offer it as we should, but the Spirit Himself [knows our need and at the right time] intercedes on our behalf with sighs and groanings too deep for words.(Rom 8:26 AMP) What Does the Bible Say? When it comes to the question of groaning prayer, what does the Bible say? Groaning is an emotional expression often used in pleas for help or comfort, but is it an appropriate way to express a prayer to God? Let's take a closer look at what Scripture has to say about this form of communication with the Creator. Various passages throughout Scripture make reference to groaning prayers as a valid method of communicating with God. In Romans 8:26-27, Paul writes that "the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. God intercedes for the saints according to his own will." Here we see that God responds to our prayers based on His own will, and that the Spirit helps us communicate with Him in a way that is beyond our natural ability. Examples of Groaning Prayer in Scripture Groaning prayer, or expressing one’s prayers to God in the form of a deep groan or sigh, is a practice that has long been used by believers. It can be found throughout scripture as an expression of hardship and suffering. The Bible contains many examples of groaning prayer that are worth exploring. One example of groaning prayer comes from Paul’s letter to the Romans 8:23-24 which states “And not only this, but also we ourselves, having the first fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting eagerly for our adoption as sons”. Here Paul expresses his longing for redemption and forgiveness through this type of prayer. One example of groaning prayer in Scripture is the aforementioned Romans 8:26-27 when the Apostle Paul says “we do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.” (NIV) Here, we see an example of how believers can cry out to God without necessarily using words to express their needs and desires. Additionally, Psalm 5:1-3 describes a situation where David cries out to God with intense emotion and anguish by using loud cries and tears as part of his form of communication with Him. A Psalm of David. Listen to my words, O LORD, Consider my groaning and sighing. Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray. In the morning, O LORD, You will hear my voice; In the morning I will prepare [a prayer and a sacrifice] for You and watch and wait [for You to speak to my heart].(Psa 5:1-3 AMP+) I believe Jesus groaned within Himself in Gethsemane (see Matt. 26:37,38; Mark 14:33-35). We may not know what Jesus groaned about, but the idea is that He was so burdened by His coming ordeal that He had to sigh deeply within Himself in order to pray. Groaning seems appropriate when we cannot find the words, but the spirit knows. Scripture isn't explicit, but it seems like this Scripture is in agreement with others elsewhere. Jesus groaned in the spirit and was troubled when He saw Mary weeping at the tomb of Lazarus (see John 11:33). In this case, groaning was a sign of empathy and sorrow. Challenges to Groaning Prayer Though it may be seen as a form of spiritual expression, groaning prayer has its challenges. Those who practice groaning prayer must be able to discern the difference between true spiritual expressions and something that isn’t from God. Additionally, it can also be difficult for some people to know when or how to begin groaning in prayer, as such an activity requires one to have an intimate knowledge of scripture and the nature of God. My personal experience is when I am deeply lost in prayer, groaning just seems to happen. It is not something that I initiated, but the Spirit gave utterance. Groaning in the spirit during prayer is biblical Groaning in the spirit during prayer is absolutely biblical and has been documented throughout Christian history. It's a powerful tool that allows Christians to express their faith and draw closer to God. Many Bible verses reference groaning in prayer, from Paul's description of the Spirit interceding with us when we are unable to find words (Romans 8:26) to Jesus' heartbreaking cries for His Father's will be done (Matthew 26:39). The idea of groaning prayer can be traced back as far as the Old Testament book of Psalms, where David pleads with God using passionate cries and supplications. We also see examples in Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Job—all of whom use language reflective of deep feeling within their prayers which would be another way of saying 'groaning'. In Conclusion I didn't set out to groan in prayer. It is something that happened when I got lost deep in prayer. The bible examples seem to tie groaning to desperation. Verses to Pray About Here are some verses to ponder on about groaning in prayer. Pray about these and let me know what revelation you get! Exo 2:24 And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob. Exo 6:5 And I have also heard the groaning of the children of Israel, whom the Egyptians keep in bondage; and I have remembered my covenant. Psa 6:6 I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears. Joh 11:33 When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled, Joh 11:38 Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. Rom 8:23 And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body. 2Co 5:2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven 2Co 5:4 For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life. You may also like - Groaning Intercession - Daniel Nash <a href="https://youtu.be/wGsuiMJuPoY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/wGsuiMJuPoY</a>

Beyond Words  - Groaning in Prayer

Sharing some tips on how to get through the bible multiple times per year. It is easier than you think.In Matt 4 and Luke 4 The Spirit and the Word;My Dad Listened to the KJV bible a lot;We must prioritize and value the bible;Joh 15:3 The Word cleanses us;1Pe 1:22 The Word Purifies our souls;Joh 17:17 The Word is Truth;Psa 119:9 We cleanse our way;Eph 5:26  Washed by the Water of the Word;Psa 119:1 So that we do not sin;We need to know the Eph 6 Armor;Youversion is Free App;Listening at Faster Speeds;Bluetooth headphones help a lot;Smart speakers Like Amazon Echo;Listen while exercising, cleaning, or commuting;Links:Alexander Scourby King James Bible.  https://amzn.to/3V9eVbcOpen Your Eyes - My Supernatural Journey  - https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBookHere I am on YouVerson https://my.bible.com/users/MostRadicalManEverBenefits of Youversion https://www.conradrocks.net/2017/10/youversion-benefits-free-bible-app.html?m=1Bluetooth headphones https://amzn.to/3givfYxEcho Dot - https://amzn.to/3Ora4zK

Sharing some tips on how to get through the bible multiple times per year. It is easier than you think. In Matt 4 and Luke 4 The Spirit and the Word; My Dad Listened to the KJV bible a lot; We must prioritize and value the bible; Joh 15:3 The Word cleanses us; 1Pe 1:22 The Word Purifies our souls; Joh 17:17 The Word is Truth; Psa 119:9 We cleanse our way; Eph 5:26 Washed by the Water of the Word; Psa 119:1 So that we do not sin; We need to know the Eph 6 Armor; Youversion is Free App; Listening at Faster Speeds; Bluetooth headphones help a lot; Smart speakers Like Amazon Echo; Listen while exercising, cleaning, or commuting; Links: Alexander Scourby King James Bible. <a href="https://amzn.to/3V9eVbc" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3V9eVbc</a> Open Your Eyes - My Supernatural Journey - <a href="https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a> Here I am on YouVerson <a href="https://my.bible.com/users/MostRadicalManEver" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://my.bible.com/users/MostRadicalManEver</a> Benefits of Youversion <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/2017/10/youversion-benefits-free-bible-app.html?m=1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/2017/10/youversion-benefits-free-bible-app.html?m=1</a> Bluetooth headphones <a href="https://amzn.to/3givfYx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3givfYx</a> Echo Dot - <a href="https://amzn.to/3Ora4zK" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3Ora4zK</a>

How to Get Through the Bible Many Times Per Year!

Show Notes:This is ONLY for born again Spirit filled believers in Jesus;Peter hears from God speaking from the heavenly realm;Do not enter the spirt illegally - it is the wrong realm;We MUST be born again to enter the kingdom of Heaven;Psalm 100:4 is the chronological prescription;Kingdom Key of Thanksgiving;Kingdom Key of Praising God;God meets us in praise Psalm 22:3;No set formula for getting into the spirit;Our emotions change the closer we get Isaiah 61:3;Hindrances to prayer are unrepentant sin Psalm 66:18;God honors confession and repentance 1 John 1:8-10;Bring a pen when diving into the spirit like John;Links:https://www.conradrocks.netbook - http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook

Show Notes: This is ONLY for born again Spirit filled believers in Jesus; Peter hears from God speaking from the heavenly realm; Do not enter the spirt illegally - it is the wrong realm; We MUST be born again to enter the kingdom of Heaven; Psalm 100:4 is the chronological prescription; Kingdom Key of Thanksgiving; Kingdom Key of Praising God; God meets us in praise Psalm 22:3; No set formula for getting into the spirit; Our emotions change the closer we get Isaiah 61:3; Hindrances to prayer are unrepentant sin Psalm 66:18; God honors confession and repentance 1 John 1:8-10; Bring a pen when diving into the spirit like John; Links: <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net</a> book - <a href="http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBook</a>

Getting into the Spirit - The Biblical Way

The spirit and the microphone;The ‘feeling’ rabbit trail; Ezekiel's' river and the spirit ;Don't seek feelings;Open your mouth and I will fill it;The flow of the spirit;Starting off in worship;Wading into the river;Spirit of Truth guides us;Spirit shows us something in prayer;The red ladder significance;External spirit versus internal heart;Reasoning is different than the spirit;Knowing the Word to learn the spirit;Continuing in the word for freedom;Paul persecuted Christians;Prophecy testifies of Jesus;John taught them up to a point;Believe that you receive rabbit trail;PCLoud free Storage  https://partner.pcloud.com/r/75940Get a free ebook for trying audible https://amzn.to/38zoiKq

The spirit and the microphone; The ‘feeling’ rabbit trail; Ezekiel's' river and the spirit ; Don't seek feelings; Open your mouth and I will fill it; The flow of the spirit; Starting off in worship; Wading into the river; Spirit of Truth guides us; Spirit shows us something in prayer; The red ladder significance; External spirit versus internal heart; Reasoning is different than the spirit; Knowing the Word to learn the spirit; Continuing in the word for freedom; Paul persecuted Christians; Prophecy testifies of Jesus; John taught them up to a point; Believe that you receive rabbit trail; PCLoud free Storage <a href="https://partner.pcloud.com/r/75940" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://partner.pcloud.com/r/75940</a> Get a free ebook for trying audible <a href="https://amzn.to/38zoiKq" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/38zoiKq</a>

How the Spirit of Truth Shows us Things to Come

The four steps to transforming your life are:1 Identify Your call2 Write the vision and Make it Plain3 Implementation4 Course Corrections.  I break these down in this teaching.  Show Notes:Rom 12 :1,2 transform your mind;Roles are better than goals;Step 1 - Identify your callStep 2 -Discovering your rolesWrite the vision and make it plain   Hab 2:2 ; Step 3 - Implementation;Daily reflection questions;Asking future self for permission;Plan each day ;Step - 4 Make course corrections   Psalm 119:105  ;Internal congruency is paramount;Related:Kill the Giant When He is Small - Managing Our Thought Life  https://bit.ly/KillTheGiantHaving an Intentional Thought Life  https://bit.ly/IntentionalThoughtLifeKeeping a Warfare Journal  https://youtu.be/RQeakSwP0Sg

The four steps to transforming your life are: 1 Identify Your call 2 Write the vision and Make it Plain 3 Implementation 4 Course Corrections. I break these down in this teaching. Show Notes: Rom 12 :1,2 transform your mind; Roles are better than goals; Step 1 - Identify your call Step 2 -Discovering your roles Write the vision and make it plain Hab 2:2 ; Step 3 - Implementation; Daily reflection questions; Asking future self for permission; Plan each day ; Step - 4 Make course corrections Psalm 119:105 ; Internal congruency is paramount; Related: Kill the Giant When He is Small - Managing Our Thought Life <a href="https://bit.ly/KillTheGiant" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/KillTheGiant</a> Having an Intentional Thought Life <a href="https://bit.ly/IntentionalThoughtLife" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/IntentionalThoughtLife</a> Keeping a Warfare Journal <a href="https://youtu.be/RQeakSwP0Sg" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/RQeakSwP0Sg</a>

How to Transform Your Life in 4 Steps

Sharing some of my experience on how to deliver a word of knowledge while out in public. Notes:I am always looking for an opportunity; Getting prepared with mentors;Discerning the difference between heart and spirit;Words of knowledge are for the gospel;Sources of spiritual information;If the word persists it is confirmation; I ask if they know what the prophetic is;Miracles only happen if you open your mouth;I share two recent examples of words of knowledge in public; https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/ https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan Scriptures referred to:1 Corinthians 14; Acts 13: 1-4; Acts 16; Hebrews 5:14;Get PROPHETIC FISHING free for trying Audible here: https://amzn.to/31ghjD2

Sharing some of my experience on how to deliver a word of knowledge while out in public. Notes: I am always looking for an opportunity;  Getting prepared with mentors; Discerning the difference between heart and spirit; Words of knowledge are for the gospel; Sources of spiritual information; If the word persists it is confirmation;  I ask if they know what the prophetic is; Miracles only happen if you open your mouth; I share two recent examples of words of knowledge in public; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/</a> <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a> Scriptures referred to: 1 Corinthians 14; Acts 13: 1-4; Acts 16; Hebrews 5:14; Get PROPHETIC FISHING free for trying Audible here: <a href="https://amzn.to/31ghjD2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/31ghjD2</a>

Giving Words of Knowledge In Public

This is a big problem in the Christian Community. In this episode, I illustrate what the Illusion of Competence is, and how we can rectify this problem in our own lives.  Show Notes:People are not aware of this;What is the Illusion of competence?;My experience with the illusion of competence;Scriptures that illuminate this problem;How the Illusion relates to the Learning Pyramid;How can we apply this in our Christian walk? ;Get two free months with Scribd HERE:https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjdSocial https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/ https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan

This is a big problem in the Christian Community. In this episode, I illustrate what the Illusion of Competence is, and how we can rectify this problem in our own lives. Show Notes: People are not aware of this; What is the Illusion of competence?; My experience with the illusion of competence; Scriptures that illuminate this problem; How the Illusion relates to the Learning Pyramid; How can we apply this in our Christian walk? ; Get two free months with Scribd HERE: <a href="https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjd" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scribd.com/g/8ngrjd</a> Social <a href="https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carriker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/conradcarriker/</a> <a href="https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conradrocks.net/p/podcast.html</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MostRadicalMan</a>

The Illusion of Competence - a Christian perspective

Thx for you sharing, Conrad. New listener but finding your words encouraging as we all find our way via Jesus :) 

Particularly liked your interview with Frank Viola!

Thought provoking and Jesus focused

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