Intimacy. Acceptance. Dependence. Trust. Celebration. Love. Peace. Joy. Enthusiasm. Security. Giving. Receiving. Knowing. All these are facets of the relationship that is ours to enjoy – today – as the bride of Christ.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Light describes our basic identity, who we are in Christ. Facing certain adversity from those who love darkness, we’re to let our light shine, consciously choosing to step into the world’s darkness and shine the light of our Savior Jesus, Who indwells us.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Salt defines how we’re to interact with a fallen world. More that just a preservative and a seasoning, we’re to boldly proclaim Jesus to the world. We’re an aroma of death to the perishing but a fragrance of life to those who are being saved.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

In this second of two interviews, Pastor Frank continues his conversation with David Gregory, speaker, teacher, and author of The Rest of the Gospel and the New York Times bestseller, Dinner With A Perfect Stranger.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

In this two-part series, Pastor Frank interviews David Gregory, speaker, teacher, and author of The Rest of the Gospel and the New York Times bestseller, Dinner With A Perfect Stranger.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

God never told us to save our world or rescue society. That battle will leave us frustrated, confused, and angry. We must cling tightly to our Father and to His promise that He is in control and is working out ALL things according to His perfect plan.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Economic crises. Wars and threats of war. Climate. Rioting. Racial tension. Corruption. Crime. Rising suicide rates. Believers everywhere ask, “What can we do?” Paul told us in Colossians 3:2 to set our minds on things above, not on things that are on the earth.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

While recognizing our fleshly characteristics is an important first step, we must follow it with corresponding Scriptural truths from Father’s Word. Continually renewing our minds with these truths will enable us to resist the enemy and stand against his attacks.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Temptations to sin are offered to us by our enemy, who often masquerades as us and makes it difficult to recognize his voice. To spot the lies, we must understand and embrace the truth about i) who we are in Christ and ii) our fleshly weaknesses that make us vulnerable.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Effective spiritual warfare hinges on four keys that Christians must master if they wish to live in freedom: i) Recognize the condemning thought; ii) Refuse that thought; iii) Reckon (consider) themselves dead to sin and alive to God; and iv) Rest in Jesus.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Spiritual warfare bears no resemblance to what’s depicted in the media. It’s not a power struggle, with good and evil battling and the victor undecided. It’s a truth struggle, with the veracity of Father’s Word proving false all of the enemy’s lies.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

In this final episode of the series, Frank and Paul Byrd discuss what came next after retiring from baseball, including the launch and focus of Byrdhouse Ministries (thebyrdhouseministries.com).Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

In this continuing series, Frank explores other aspects of Paul Byrd’s faith walk, including his marriage and family and his decision to retire from professional baseball.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Frank continues his conversation with Paul Byrd, major league pitcher and author of Free Byrd, a book that details his faith in Christ, his struggles with pornography, and other personal topics.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Pastor Frank launches a four-part series with Paul Byrd, major league All-Star pitcher and long-time friend of the ministry.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Pastor Frank, Dr. John, and Joshua Gordon discuss how the church often stigmatizes those who suffer with anxiety, and they chart a path forward through intimate dependance on Father.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Guest Joshua Gordon discusses his long struggle with anxiety and how Father inspired to him to develop his book.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Often overlooked as a piece of armor, continual watchful prayer is a formidable weapon during times of spiritual warfare. It is mighty to tear down spiritual strongholds and it sharpens our discernment into both the wiles of our enemy and the needs of those around us.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

To stand against our enemy, we need the helmet of salvation and the word of God. The first gives us understanding into who we are in Christ, which protects how we think, feel, and choose. The other enables us to parry his cunning lies with the sword of the Spirit, Jesus Christ.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

The most adaptable piece of our armor is the shield of faith. Our faith doesn’t just deflect the enemy’s flaming darts; it extinguishes them. Positioning this shield correctly, that is, trusting God in every circumstance, we can minimize the suffering we receive at the hands of our enemy.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

As soldiers, we must always be prepared to do battle with the enemy. Our readiness depends on understanding the gospel of peace. This gospel is more than just forgiveness of our sins: it’s a comprehensive change in how we feel, think, and choose, a totally new way to live in Him.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

The breastplate of righteousness is a core aspect of our identity. In Christ, we’ve been made righteous, as approved and accepted as Jesus. This truth protects against a key attack by our enemy: the temptation to question who we are as believers.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Our armament from God begins with the belt of truth, which is the most foundational piece. Knowing the truth about ourselves in Christ and about our enemy and his tactics is critical if we’re to live victoriously.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Just because Father has given us His armor doesn’t guarantee it’ll do us any good. We must put it on, sink into it and see how well it fits. And then we must choose to use it. We’ll not be able to stand against the enemy unless we do.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Because His children are in the enemy’s crosshairs, Father has already equipped every one of us with every spiritual blessing. In Christ, He has given us all we need to resist the devil and live our lives so that we honor Him and lift up one another.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Elite soldiers of Jesus Christ are characterized by their intense focus on the task at hand and by their diligent preparedness and constant readiness to explain their faith in the Lord.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

As good soldiers of Christ Jesus, we are to live as elite troops in Father’s kingdom, fully prepared to engage in our battle with the enemy. But to function that way, we first must fully understand and embrace authority.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Full citizens of God’s spiritual kingdom, we are His official envoys to a foreign realm … the kingdom of darkness. Our role is to speak and act well on behalf of our home and lift up our Lord and King so that He will draw all people to Himself.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

As God’s heirs, we have immediate, perpetual access to all He is, all He has, and all He does to meet every need we have. We can experience today … right now … the full blessings of heaven through His life in us.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

When Father God adopted us into His family, He made us full sons, giving us all spiritual blessings and equipping us with all rights, privileges, and responsibilities. As sons, we must recognize Him as our Abba, the One Who loves us dearly and gives us only His best.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Jesus cautioned that, unless we become as little children, we’ll not fully experience God’s kingdom (Matt. 18:3). We must change how we approach life so that our first response to every circumstance is to trust Our Father, Who has it all under control.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Diakonos. Servant, one who does things to benefit others. Our Savior came to serve us in the ultimate way by willingly, joyfully give His life as ransom. Being a servant involves not only what you do but also your attitude while you’re doing it. This aspect is critically important.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Doulos. Slave. Jesus emptied Himself, took the form of a slave, and did the will of His Father Who sent Him. The same applies to us. If we wish to bear fruit in Father’s kingdom, we too must choose to be slaves.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Many believers define themselves by their behavior: because they commit sinful acts, they must be sinners. But God defines us by birth. We’re His children, His holy ones, who at times make poor choices. When we maintain that we’re sinners, we’re saying, “I know what Scripture says, but I know better.”…

Because the Lord, the Holy One, lives in believers, we can’t get any more sanctified in our identity. But we become more like the Lord in behavior as we walk in the Spirit. Then, what’s true about us on the inside becomes more evident on the outside.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Ágios. Holy one. In His New Testament, Father calls us that nearly 60 times, so we won’t forget who we are in Him. He shares His holiness with us, so much so that He even calls us by the same word He uses to describe Himself … Holy.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Pastor Frank, Dr. John, and Pastor Phelim Doherty consider the truth of Christ as Life and the challenges of teaching that in the modern church.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Pastor Frank, Dr. John, and Pastor Phelim Doherty continue discussing the experiences and challenges of delivering the message of Christ as life to believers in Ireland.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Guest Phelim Doherty, pastor of River City Church in Derry, Ireland, discusses his early life, his wife’s miraculous healing, and his journey to the Savior.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

The enemy will try hard to hinder us. We must set our minds on the truth that, no matter how we feel, we have forgiven and we’re now free.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Because Christ’s life is in us, we CAN forgive, and we CAN walk in freedom, no matter the wound. Pastor Frank and Dr. John offer detailed step-by-step guidance on how to do it.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Forgiveness is not restoration. That comes when, and only when, our offenders have repented. God doesn’t restore people without their repentance. Neither should we.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Justifying the actions of our offenders might seem like an understanding and compassionate thing to do. But we must never forget that compassion is not forgiveness.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

We don’t have to feel like forgiving our offender to do it. It still counts! And we mustn’t wait until they repent. We must step forward and bear the cost if we’re to live free.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Forgiving others isn’t forgetting the wounds they caused you. We can recall the pain vividly and still choose to forgive. But we must never assume that it will be a quick fix.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

After being wounded, it’s normal to retreat within safe boundaries. But when self-protection becomes a driving motive, boundaries can become emotional prisons.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Try as we might, we can’t ignore our wounds or stuff the anger that results. This will drag us down or erupt and wound others – often those we love most.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Feeling angry after an offense is healthy, but rage and revenge are sin. These might feel good for a while, but they can become roots of bitterness that defile many.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

Feeling anger is a healthy response when others wound us. It’s a crucial first step on the road to forgiving our offender … so we can experience our freedom.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu

God didn’t wait to forgive us until we apologized. He forgave us while we were His enemies, reconciling Himself to us and inviting us to reconcile ourselves to Him.Frank Friedmann and John Russin tarafından oluşturuldu