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Understanding Spiritual Warfare & Disciple Making with Dr. Marcus Warner
In this episode of the Disciple Makers Podcast, host Josh is joined by Dr. Marcus Warner from Deeper Walk to discuss the critical intersection of spiritual warfare and disciple making. Dr. Warner shares his journey from academic training to hands-on ministry, working with individuals experiencing deep spiritual struggles. The episode dives deep into identifying and combating spiritual warfare, the differences in dealing with non-Christians and Christians, and practical steps for achieving spiritual freedom. Key topics include the role of sin, occult practices, unforgiveness, lies, and lineage in spiritual bondage, and a methodical approach to breaking free. Whether you're already in ministry or looking to deepen your understanding of spiritual warfare, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:13 Marcus Warner's Journey into Disciple Making
02:15 Academic Background and Spiritual Warfare
04:58 Evangelistic vs. Christian Spiritual Warfare
08:01 Personal Experiences with Spiritual Warfare
11:56 Theological Insights on Spiritual Warfare
18:27 Practical Steps for Addressing Spiritual Warfare
20:54 Unintentional Invitations to the Occult
21:45 The Power of Forgiveness
22:42 The Impact of Lies and Lineage
24:35 A Personal Story of Fear
27:03 The Four C's Process for Spiritual Warfare
30:19 The Importance of Full Commitment to Jesus
34:54 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Understanding Spiritual Warfare & Disciple Making with Dr. Marcus Warner
In this episode of the Disciple Makers Podcast, host Josh is joined by Dr. Marcus Warner from Deeper Walk to discuss the critical intersection of spiritual warfare and disciple making. Dr. Warner shares his journey from academic training to hands-on ministry, working with individuals experiencing deep spiritual struggles. The episode dives deep into identifying and combating spiritual warfare, the differences in dealing with non-Christians and Christians, and practical steps for achieving spiritual freedom. Key topics include the role of sin, occult practices, unforgiveness, lies, and lineage in spiritual bondage, and a methodical approach to breaking free. Whether you're already in ministry or looking to deepen your understanding of spiritual warfare, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:13 Marcus Warner's Journey into Disciple Making
02:15 Academic Background and Spiritual Warfare
04:58 Evangelistic vs. Christian Spiritual Warfare
08:01 Personal Experiences with Spiritual Warfare
11:56 Theological Insights on Spiritual Warfare
18:27 Practical Steps for Addressing Spiritual Warfare
20:54 Unintentional Invitations to the Occult
21:45 The Power of Forgiveness
22:42 The Impact of Lies and Lineage
24:35 A Personal Story of Fear
27:03 The Four C's Process for Spiritual Warfare
30:19 The Importance of Full Commitment to Jesus
34:54 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org:
-- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?
https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/
-- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship
https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/
-- Becoming a Disciple Maker
https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/
-- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide
https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/
-- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women’s Ministry in Your Church
https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/
Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org:
-- The Discipleship Gospel
https://himpublications.com/product/the-discipleship-gospel/?utm_source=discipleship-org&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=books-page
-- Disciple-Making Culture
https://himpublications.com/product/disciple-making-culture/
-- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus
https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC
-- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship
https://a.co/d/7d85z6T
-- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle
https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz
Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment:
https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/
Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/
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