Deliverance

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – Deceptive and Destructive Words

In this episode, Jake teaches how false prophets, predators, and abusers use words to deceive and destroy others. We must be on guard against deceptive speech, flattery, slander, and false accusation!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: From Federal Prison to Hope and Healing – with Ranae Van Roekel

Through devastating failures, incarceration, emotional pain, and the difficult journey of inner healing, Ranae shares how God met her in the middle of despair and began restoring her identity, relationships, and sense of purpose.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – Beware of False Repentance

One of the tactics used by false prophets, predators, and abusers is false repentance.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – The Religious Narcissist

In this episode, Jake teaches a biblical perspective of narcissism and what it looks like in a religious context.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: God on the Move in the Underground Iranian Church – with Lana Silk from Transform Iran

This conversation is filled with hope, courage, and inspiring reminders that even in some of the darkest places, God is powerfully at work.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – What Fuels a Lifestyle of Hypocrisy

How can a person live a life of duplicity, deception, and unrepentant sin while professing to be a believer?

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – Satan is the Original Hypocrite

In this episode, Jake shows from Scripture how hypocrisy originates with the devil himself.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: When Darkness Loses Its Power – Healing Trauma Through the Father’s Love (with Dr. Robin Braun)

In this deeply moving episode, Heather sits down with Dr. Robin Braun to explore the journey of healing from eating disorders, perfectionism, and performance-based identity — through the transformative love of Father God.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – The Double Life of a Hypocrite

To live a life of hypocrisy is to live a double life of deception and cover-up. There is a public persona that is vastly different than the private reality.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – Why Peter was Restored and Judas wasn’t

While they both sinned, there is a significant difference: Judas was a hypocrite and Peter was not. This episode explains why this distinction is so important!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Healing and Revival – A Move of God in Oklahoma (with Chuck and Nancy Horton)

🔥 Tune in and be stirred—revival starts with us.

TORCHBEARERS: Hypocrisy Exposed – The True Meaning of Hypocrisy

Jesus warned us to be on guard against hypocrisy, but we have often not understood what the term actually means.

TORCHBEARERS: Sermon Archives – Growing the Fruit of the Spirit

We should desire to walk in the gifts and power of the Spirit, but without character and fruit, we will not survive for the long haul.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Coming Out of Witchcraft into Abundance – with Annetta Caldwell

Annetta’s story of deliverance is nothing short of miraculous—one that will inspire you with hope, courage, and faith.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – How Relationships Help Us Grow

God created us as relational beings, and we are meant to be connected to others in healthy ways.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Planted in God’s House

Our relationship with God has both a personal aspect and a community aspect.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Fighting for an Identity – with Cecilia McGaw

Our conversation details what it means to come into true understanding of our identities in Christ and how intricately woven together our lives are by God.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit

ScriptThe fruit of the Spirit is about growing in godly character and becoming more like Christ.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Empowered by the Holy Spirit

Scripture teaches us that the Holy Spirit plays an integral part in the life of a believer and in the life of the church.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Pursuing a Deeper Knowledge of God

The Christian walk is a relationship with God. We are meant to not simply know things about God but to actually know Him.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Spiritual Benefits of Fasting

Prayer is one of the most important activities we can do as Christians. Yet, developing a prayer life seems to be one of the hardest things for many believers to do.

TORCHBEARERS: How to Walk in Your God-Given Purpose

We know that we were created with a God-given purpose, but how do we discover what this purpose is?

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Growing in Prayer

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Grounded in the Word

The Bible is foundational to our relationship with God and is meant to draw us into deeper fellowship with Him.

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Why We Need Spiritual Disciplines

Why do we need discipline in order to grow in our relationship with God?

TORCHBEARERS: Rooted – Secure in God’s Love

With God’s love as our foundation, we can move forward in our walk with the Lord and mature as sons and daughters of God!

TORCHBEARERS: Starting the New Year with Focus

When we remove distractions and keep the right priorities in view, we can grow in the Lord and bear fruit for His kingdom.

TORCHBEARERS: How to Grow in Your Personal Devotion

As we are intentional, focused, and consistent in personal devotion, we will grow in the Lord and know Him more!

TORCHBEARERS: We Need a Revival of the Secret Place

While we need to be connected in fellowship with other believers and can grow in Christ through various ways, the foundation of our spiritual walk is our time alone with the Lord.

TORCHBEARERS: Walking in a Spirit of Generosity

Living a life of generosity will not happen by accident; it takes planning and intentional action.

TORCHBEARERS: 3 Principles for Walking in Your God-given Purpose

As you seek God first, trust Him to lead you into His purposes for your life!

TORCHBEARERS: How to Walk Like Jesus Walked

In this episode, Jake teaches about what it means to be like Jesus and gives practical points on how we can follow in His footsteps.

TORCHBEARERS: Why Giving Thanks is So Important

The topic of thanksgiving can be found woven throughout the pages of Scripture, but we have often not seen its true value and significance in the life of a believer.

TORCHBEARERS: Knowing God by Experience

When we encounter God, we know that He is real and grow in the knowledge of Him. No one can take away your personal history with God!

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – Forgiving Yourself

There are times when someone is in a prison of unforgiveness, but the person they need to forgive is themself.

TORCHBEARERS: How Should Believers Respond to Halloween?

Some see it as harmless fun while others warn about its occult roots and demonic influence.

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – A Prayer to Forgive

Trust that the Lord will heal your heart and set you free as you let go of resentment and choose to forgive!

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – Why Choose to Forgive

It is important to understand that forgiveness is a choice that we make, regardless of how we feel.

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – What Forgiveness is Not

Sometimes, teaching on forgiveness has been misused or misapplied, causing more damage to those who have already been wounded or abused.

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – Unforgiveness Brings Torment

When we harbor bitterness and resentment in our hearts, it is not the one who hurt us who suffers, but we ourselves.

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – Forgiveness is Like a Coin

Forgiveness is like a coin—it has two sides, and you can’t take one side without the other!

TORCHBEARERS: Choosing to Forgive – Opening the Prison Door

While unforgiveness places us in a spiritual prison, forgiveness opens the prison door so that we can walk in healing and freedom!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: God’s Heart for Healing – with Jerod Long

God’s heart is for healing! That is the life-giving message that Jerod and Candice Long discovered as they watched their boys battle life-threatening illnesses.

TORCHBEARERS: Running the Race With Endurance

The Christian life is not a sprint; it’s a marathon. It’s not about speed, it’s about endurance.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Healing from Porn Addiction – with Coach Frank Rich

After finding freedom and Christ back in 2019, Frank Rich now dedicates his life and works to helping other high-performing men remove the spirit of lust from their lives that is silently killing their productivity and preventing them from experiencing all this incredible life has to offer.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | What If a Person Doesn’t Really Want Freedom?

Does a person need to want to be free in order to receive deliverance?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: The Religion Business – with Nathan Apffel and Chris Ayoub

Through investigative reporting and real-world cases, The Religion Business exposes a growing problem in the nonprofit and religious sector — lack of transparency and oversight.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | How do I Share About Deliverance With Someone in Need?

As we step out in obedience and share with others, more captives will be set free!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Continued Healing and Restoration from Satanic Ritual Abuse – with Parker Buggin

God gives us permission to choose Him again and again. Parker and I discuss continual healing from satanic ritual abuse along with how much healing has happened in her life this last year.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | Are Generational Curses a Biblical Concept?

What is a generational curse, and is this concept biblical? Some believers struggle with the idea that a Christian can be under a curse or be affected by a generational stronghold.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Michael Wenger Shared His Son’s Miraculous Story—Healing and Deliverance is for Today

Michael Wenger and I discuss the miraculous healing of his son Silas along with his faith journey. We all think of the ‘big’ miracles God performs, but God is also in the business of the ‘small’ things.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | What Causes Difficulties in Deliverance?

Why do some demons leave easily while others stubbornly hold on?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Deliverance, Spiritual Warfare and Her Inner Healing Journey – with Dana Lyn

Dana’s testimony is one of God’s power to set us free and help all of us walk out of John 10:10 in our everyday lives.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | Should We Record People Receiving Deliverance?

Is it appropriate to record or share videos of a person who is receiving deliverance?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Unyielding Faith and Equipping Us to Spread the Gospel – with Robby Dawkins

Today, we have a beautiful conversation about God working in the world. Robbie Dawkins’ family story, which marked his life at a young age, really sets forth the mandate to ‘Set the Table’ and see and expect God to do the miraculous in your life.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | Should We Seek to Get Information from Demons?

In Mark 5, Jesus commanded a demon to name itself. Does this mean that we should seek to get information from demons when ministering deliverance? If so, how far should we take this practice?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Bringing the Roar Back in God’s Calling – with Sharelle Mendenhall

Sharelle Mendenhall gives words of wisdom, encouragement, and joy to those looking to step into their calling and find healing through life’s trials.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | Should Ministers Charge for Deliverance?

There are some ministers who charge fees for deliverance sessions. How should we view this practice? Should people have to pay to receive ministry?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Overcoming Religion and Stepping Into Freedom – with Dr. Lanelle Chase

Our discussion centers around coming to faith in Jesus and walking out from under the spirit of religion. This powerful testimony will leave you craving to know the one true God more every day.

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | Can We Send Demons to the Abyss?

As we see deliverance being restored to the church, let’s make sure to stay within the scriptural bounds of our authority in Christ!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: How the Church Needs to Grow in Healing and Deliverance – Wanda Alger

Since an unexpected angelic encounter in 2002, Wanda ministers through a spirit of wisdom and revelation that empowers believers to know their authority, embrace their calling, and demonstrate heavenly realities on the earth (Ephesians 1:17.)

TORCHBEARERS: Deliverance Questions | How Can a Christian Have a Demon?

Jake tackles this question with biblical truth and powerful testimonies. When the confusion is cleared, the way is paved for many captives to be set free by the power of God!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Leaving a Cult but not Leaving Jesus – with Author Ryan George

Ryan exposes how abuse is built into the fabric of American churches, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. His story shows it is possible to rebuild your faith and find healing from church trauma and spiritual manipulation.

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | Choosing a Good Bible Translation

In this episode, Jake gives an overview of types of Bible translations and why it matters to choose a good translation. He also shares his recommended translations and ones to avoid. A solid translation is vital as we immerse ourselves in the Word!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: God’s Heart for Healing – with Jerod Long

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | Reading the Whole Bible Quickly

While it is beneficial to read through the Bible slowly, there is also great value in going through it as quickly as possible.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Healing from Porn Addiction – with Coach Frank Rich

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | Using the Word to Overcome the Enemy

When Jesus was tempted by the devil in the wilderness, He overcame each temptation the same way: He quoted from the Word of God.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Continued Healing and Restoration from Satanic Ritual Abuse – with Parker Buggin

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | The Value of Memorizing Scripture

There are many benefits of hiding God’s Word in our hearts. Let’s cultivate the practice of memorizing God’s Word so that we can see the fruit that comes from this practice!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Michael Wenger Shared His Son’s Miraculous Story—Healing and Deliverance is for Today

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | The Hidden Cause of Solomon’s Downfall

How did Solomon start out so well and then fall so far from God in His later years? What was the source of his downfall?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: A True Redemption Story from Addiction to Love – with Faith Cheramie

Love it when Faith says, ‘There is blessing in obedience and there’s nothing our God can’t do with our yes!’ This beautiful redemption story will leave you wanting more of God.

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | Loving God Through Loving His Word

What is the connection between loving God and loving His Word? The two are closely related and practically inseparable.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Kingdom Winds and How God Can Change Your Marriage – with Beth Suess

Beth and I have a beautiful conversation about the vision of Kingdom Winds (a partner of the Pursuing Redemption podcast) and the amazing journey of marriage and how God can transform any marriage.

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | The Source of Spiritual Growth

Without feeding on the Word, we cannot grow as God intends, but when we regularly feed on the Bible, we will mature in our walk with the Lord.

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Deliverance, Spiritual Warfare and Her Inner Healing Journey – with Dana Lyn

Dana’s testimony is one of God’s power to set us free and help all of us walk out of John 10:10 in our everyday lives.

TORCHBEARERS: Immersed in the Word | A Psalm 1 Lifestyle

Jake teaches the vital importance of believers living a lifestyle of being saturated in the Scriptures and making the Word of God their delight. As we immerse ourselves in the Word, we will see consistent fruit for God’s kingdom in our lives!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Unyielding Faith and Equipping Us to Spread the Gospel – with Robby Dawkins

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – “I Know the Plans I Have for You”

Jeremiah 29:11 is a favorite Bible passage for many that offers encouragement about God’s good plans for their lives. And while we can always trust that God has a plan, who was this specific statement written to, and in what context?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: The Hidden World of Emotional Abuse and How God Restores Our Souls – with Jodi Gayewski

Jodi Gayewski and I discuss the hidden world of emotional abuse and how God uses every part of our story to bring about his goodness in our lives. We talk about how to recognize what emotional abuse is and isn’t and discuss how to build a successful marriage, especially during the hard times.

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – “As it Was in the Days of Noah”

Jesus declared that His return will be ‘as it was in the days of Noah’ (Luke 17:26). Some have taught this to mean that the end times will be similar to the days leading up to the flood, with giants and Nephilim once again upon the earth. But is that what this statement actually means?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Bringing the Roar Back in God’s Calling – with Sharelle Mendenhall

Sharelle Mendenhall gives words of wisdom, encouragement, and joy to those looking to step into their calling and find healing through life’s trials.

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – “I Can do All Things Through Christ”

In this episode, Jake explores the context surrounding this popular verse and teaches how it can be used or misused. Let’s learn to know Scripture in its context so we can apply it properly to our lives!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Overcoming Religion and Stepping Into Freedom – with Dr. Lanelle Chase

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – God Gives “Power to Get Wealth”

In this episode, Jake teaches through the context of this statement, showing that the clear emphasis of this passage is remembering God as provider, not using God’s power to accumulate wealth!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: How the Church Needs to Grow in Healing and Deliverance – Wanda Alger

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – “The Testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of Prophecy”

In Revelation 19:10, we see the statement, ‘the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.’ Some have taught that this statement implies that sharing a testimony is essentially prophesying. But is that what this statement actually means?

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Going to the Womb of the Father During Testing and Trials – with Anna Willcox

Do you ever struggle to feel close to God—or to believe that He is truly good?

TORCHBEARERS: What it Actually Means – “God’s Goodness Leads to Repentance”

This statement is not a license to ignore topics like sin, judgment, and hell but a call to not misuse God’s patience and kindness. Let’s embrace the full counsel of God’s Word and every attribute of who God is!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Training Believers to Break Ungodly Oppression – with Frank and Kristy Wentz

Luke 10:19 “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”

TORCHBEARERS: We Need a Berean Revival!

Many times, biblical statements get taken out of context and misapplied. We need to know the Scriptures so that we can recognize error and avoid deception!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Making Soul Health Great Again – with Dr. Rob Reimer

Dr. Reimer and Heather discuss soul care, how your soul is a suitcase, and how generational issues can cause things in your future. They speak about healing old wounds, which help people walk into fullness of freedom with Christ.

TORCHBEARERS: Avoiding Prophetic Manipulation

One of the ways that prophecy can be misused and abused is when it is used to manipulate others. When we know how to recognize prophetic manipulation, we can break free from its destructive influence!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Doug Stroup from Make It Clear Studios Discusses Overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury

Doug Stroup from Make It Clear Studios discusses how he overcame a traumatic brain injury and how God has used his story and perseverance to bring about other’s stories through film.

TORCHBEARERS: Characteristics of False Prophets

Knowing how the Bible describes false prophets and false teachers will help us discern and recognize when they are operating in our midst!!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Making Soul Health Great Again – with Dr. Rob Reimer

TORCHBEARERS: Beware of False Prophets

The Bible gives repeated warnings about the reality of false prophets. As we grow in discernment, we can recognize between the true and the false!

PURSUING REDEMPTION PODCAST: Navigating Transition and Having Hope with the Holy Spirit – with Craig Cooney

Craig Cooney, of the Daily Prophetic channel, and I speak about transition and how Holy Spirit is at work in our lives across the earth. From walking through the hallway to recognizing our calling in Christ, this powerful episode will help increase your faith journey.

TORCHBEARERS: Pressing in for the Voice of God

God’s voice does not come to add to Scripture but to give specific instruction, direction, correction, and encouragement for our lives. In this episode, Jake shares a sermon about the importance of the voice of God in the life of a believer and how we should press in to hear His voice in a greater way.

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