The Daniel Kolenda Show

The Holy Spirit Encounter That Changed Everything | Episode 18 with Russell Benson

What happens when you encounters the Holy Spirit in a real, undeniable way? Russell Benson (Vice President of Christ for All Nations) shares his raw, unfiltered story, from a childhood marked by trauma, addiction, and instability, to a life completely transformed by a radical encounter with God. This real-life testimony shows how one moment in God’s presence can change everything.#DanielKolenda #RussellBenson #HolySpirit #ReinhardBonnke #ChristianTestimony #FaithStory #EncounterGod #Revival #BrownsvilleRevival #ChristianInspiration #SpiritualGrowth #TestimonyHoly Spirit Book: https://shopus.cfan.org/collections/new-releases/products/captured-by-the-holy-spirit-by-russell-bensonFurious Book: https://cfan.org/furiousMonthly Ministry Partner: https://cfan.orgMinistry Training: https://cfan.org/training00:00 – The Encounter That Changed Everything00:44 – Introducing Russ Benson02:31 – Why He Wrote This Book05:01 – A Childhood Marked by Trauma08:36 – Addiction, Fear & Survival as a Kid12:15 – How God Redeems Trauma14:30 – A Grandmother’s Faith Impact16:07 – A Prophecy Over His Life18:17 – God’s Plan vs The Enemy’s Plan20:44 – The Prophecy That Shocked Him25:36 – Journey to Brownsville Revival29:03 – Inside the Revival Atmosphere31:43 – Laying It All Down at the Altar32:28 – Radical Encounters With God36:16 – A Life-Changing Confirmation39:26 – A Defining Life Decision43:55 – Returning Home Transformed45:19 – Radical Spiritual Growth47:25 – Rejection & Testing49:15 – Why Some Fall Away52:10 – Passing the Test of Character58:38 – How He Joined Christ for All Nations1:01:15 – A Prophetic Dream That Changed Direction1:05:05 – Why This Message Matters Today1:05:57 – How to Encounter the Holy Spirit1:08:46 – Hunger for God Explained1:10:04 – The Power of Impartation1:11:18 – Prayer for EncounterSubscribe to CfaN to receive our latest messages:Email: https://cfan.org/subscribeSMS: Text CFAN to 94090To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://cfan.org/donateEvangelist Daniel Kolenda YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/⁨@DanielKolenda⁩ Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evangelistkolendaEvangelist Daniel Kolenda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evangelistdanielkolenda

Why Sonship Changes Relationships | Episode 17 with Leif Hetland

What if the biggest problem in your life… isn’t what you think? In this powerful conversation with Leif Hetland, we dive into a life-changing revelation that has transformed millions of lives around the world: the difference between living as an orphan and living as a son. Leif shares his journey from a conservative Baptist background to a radical encounter with the Holy Spirit—and later, a profound experience of the Father’s love that completely reshaped his identity, ministry, and purpose. If you’ve ever felt like you’re striving, burned out, or missing something deeper… this episode is for you. Furious Book: https://cfan.org/furious Monthly Ministry Partner: https://cfan.org Ministry Training: https://cfan.org/training #DanielKolenda #LeifHetland #Sonship #IdentityInChrist #ChristianLife #HolySpirit #SpiritualGrowth #FaithJourney #ChristianLeadership #BurnoutRecovery #KingdomLiving #ChristianTeaching #GodsLove#SpiritualIdentity #restingod 00:00 – COMING UP 01:12 – Leif Hetland: From Southern Baptist to Spirit-Filled 03:09 – The Moment Everything Changed 06:54 – “Baptism of Love” Explained 08:39 – The Power of Spiritual Encounters 10:10 – The Defining Moment 13:41 – The Breaking Point & Burnout 15:08 – The Father’s Voice That Changed Everything 17:10 – Identity Shift: From Doing to Being 18:44 – The Message of Sonship 19:40 – Why This Generation Feels Fatherless 21:17 – Living From Identity, Not Performance 24:19 – When Love Replaces Fear 25:48 – The “Jesus Way” of Evangelism 27:24 – How to Build Bridges With Anyone 30:05 – Real Stories from the Muslim World 35:46 – Why Sonship Changes Relationships 39:54 – What Does It Mean to Be a Son? 42:27 – The Danger of an Orphan Mindset 46:08 – How to Become a Healthy Son 51:20 – Why Many Young People Get This Wrong 54:54 – The Truth About Sabbath & Rest 56:36 – Don’t Give Your Family Leftovers 58:41 – Protecting Your Energy & Boundaries 1:01:26 – Dealing With Draining People 1:04:43 – Why Boundaries Are Biblical 1:07:21 – The Power of Rest & Recharge 1:09:10 – Rest Is Faith Subscribe to CfaN to receive our latest messages: Email: https://cfan.org/subscribe SMS: Text CFAN to 94090 To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://cfan.org/donate Evangelist Daniel Kolenda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/⁨@DanielKolenda⁩ Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evangelistkolenda Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evangelistdanielkolenda

This Will Transform Your Prayer Life | Episode 16 with Chris Garcia

What if the reason you don’t hear God… is because you never stop talking? In this powerful conversation between Daniel Kolenda and Chris Garcia (Father's Glory International), they unpack one of the most overlooked keys to intimacy with God: stillness. In a world full of noise, notifications, and constant stimulation, many believers struggle to pray, not because they don’t care, but because they’ve never learned how to be still. This episode will challenge your mindset, break religious striving, and invite you into a deeper, more real relationship with God. Chris Garcia: https://www.fathersglory.org Fresh Oil Book: https://www.fathersglory.org/book Furious Book: https://cfan.org/furious Monthly Ministry Partner: https://cfan.org Ministry Training: https://cfan.org/training #ChrisGarcia #DanielKolenda #PrayerLife #FreshOil #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #HearingGod#BeStill #SpiritualGrowth #IntimacyWithGod #FaithJourney #ChristianLiving #MoveOfGod #PresenceOfGod #SpiritLed #GodsVoice #ChristianTeaching 00:41 – Meet Chris Garcia of Fresh Oil 02:17 – From Youth Pastor to Global Ministry 05:47 – Planting a Church & Following the Call 06:23 – The Podcast That Started With Silence 07:44 – “The Problem Was… You Were the Focus” 08:19 – Sitting in Silence Until God Moves 09:28 – Supernatural Moments & Words of Knowledge 11:56 – Brownsville, CfaN & Eric Gilmore 14:28 – Why Silence Makes People Uncomfortable 17:56 – Why Christians Struggle to Pray 20:34 – How People Encounter God in Silence 22:15 – Quality vs. Quantity in Prayer 24:14 – Silence Isn’t Just External 28:03 – Breaking Religious Striving 30:15 – When God Feels Silent 33:20 – “You Are Sowing to the Spirit” 35:18 – Why Self-Focus Blocks God’s Presence 38:50 – The Holy Spirit Points to Jesus 42:24 – Eternal Life Starts Now 45:08 – Christ in You: The Hope of Glory 48:06 – The Problem With “Spiritual vs Natural” 50:51 – You Are the Temple of the Holy Spirit 55:18 – Realizing the Glory Within 57:24 – The Mystery of the Gospel 1:00:04 – Living Like Christ on Earth 1:02:58 – Prayer for the Viewers Subscribe to CfaN to receive our latest messages: Email: https://cfan.org/subscribe SMS: Text CFAN to 94090 To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://cfan.org/donate Evangelist Daniel Kolenda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/⁨@DanielKolenda⁩ Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evangelistkolenda Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evangelistdanielkolenda

Charismatic Illuminati? | Episode 15 with Joseph Mattera

Is the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) a real movement or a misunderstood label used by critics? In this episode, Daniel Kolenda talks with Dr. Joseph Mattera to unpack one of the most controversial topics in the modern church. From accusations of dominionism, to debates over modern apostles and prophets, they tackle the biggest questions surrounding the charismatic movement. Joseph explains the origins of the NAR label, how it became a controversial term used by critics, and what the Bible actually says about apostolic ministry today. If you enjoy conversations about theology, revival, and church leadership, make sure to subscribe and share this episode. #DanielKolenda #JosephMattera #NAR #NewApostolicReformation #ModernApostles #ChristianPodcast #CharismaticChurch #ChristianTheology #ChurchLeadership #DominionTheology #ApostolicMinistry #SpiritFilled #Pentecostal #FaithAndCulture #ChristianApologetics #BiblicalLeadership #KingdomOfGod 00:00 – Coming Up 00:54 – Introduction to Dr. Joseph Mattera 01:35 – The “Christian Illuminati” Accusation 02:37 – Discovering the NAR Label Online 10:07 – The Origins of the Term “New Apostolic Reformation” 12:19 – Why Critics Use the Term NAR 13:02 – Do Apostles and Prophets Have Authority Today? 14:33 – Is Personal Revelation Above Scripture? 15:59 – The Role of Scripture in Christian Theology 17:31 – What Is Sola Scriptura? 18:20 – Do Apostles Execute God’s Plans on Earth? 20:11 – Peter Wagner and the Apostolic Movement 25:06 – Is There a Secret Apostolic Organization? 26:59 – Dominion Theology Explained 29:02 – “Charisma Without the Cross Is Dangerous” 31:36 – The Broader Debate About Apostles 32:10 – Critics: “There Are No Apostles Today” 35:01 – Was Paul the Last Apostle? 41:07 – What Does It Mean to Be Apostolic? 45:02 – Lessons from Church History 45:52 – Advice for Church Planters 48:24 – How to Identify Future Leaders 52:03 – Passing Movements to the Next Generation 54:38 – Church Governance and Leadership Models 59:00 – What Healthy Church Structure Looks Like 1:00:31 – Final Thoughts on Apostolic Leadership Furious Book: https://cfan.org/furious Monthly Ministry Partner: https://cfan.org Ministry Training: https://cfan.org/training Subscribe to CfaN to receive our latest messages: Email: https://cfan.org/subscribe SMS: Text CFAN to 94090 To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://cfan.org/donate Evangelist Daniel Kolenda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/⁨@DanielKolenda⁩ Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evangelistkolenda Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evangelistdanielkolenda

How Do You Get CLOSER to the Holy Spirit? | Episode 14 with David Diga Hernandez

David Diga Hernandez joins the podcast for a raw and powerful conversation about the Holy Spirit, generational oppression, healing miracles, critics, and revival. David shares how his great-great grandfather was a warlock in Mexico, and how fear, anxiety, and spiritual torment marked his childhood. At just 11 years old, desperate and overwhelmed, he locked himself in a room and gave God an ultimatum. What happened next changed his life forever. #Daniel Kolenda #DavidDigaHernandez #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #HealingMiracles #Deliverance #Revival #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianFaith #MoveOfGod #CharismaticChristianity Furious Book: https://cfan.org/furious Monthly Ministry Partner: https://cfan.org Ministry Training: https://cfan.org/training 00:00 – “I Gave Up” - The Night Everything Changed 01:07 – Meet David Diga Hernandez 02:25 – My Great-Great Grandfather Was a Warlock 05:00 – Childhood Fear, Nightmares & Anxiety 07:33 – Religious OCD & Fear of Hell 10:24 – Praying the Sinner’s Prayer With My Dad 12:32 – Praying 4-8 Hours a Day at 11 Years Old 14:24 – I Gave God an Ultimatum 17:23 – “I Don’t Know How to Find Jesus” 17:56 – The Room Turned Heavenly 18:54 – It Felt Like Jesus Was Standing There 20:03 – Is the Holy Spirit a Reward for Good Behavior? 23:54 – Why I’m More Careful About My Language Now 27:30 – Formulas vs. Principles in the Spirit 30:15 – How Do You Get Closer to the Holy Spirit? 36:24 – Do You Feel the Anointing When You Pray? 40:05 – A Miraculous Healing After I Felt Nothing 49:36 – Critics, Cessationism & “Strange Fire” 55:17 – Why Attacks Haven’t Slowed the Movement 1:02:05 – Deliverance: What I Changed My Mind About 1:05:15 – The Miracle That Shook Me 1:07:39 – Why Some People Don’t Get Healed 1:14:03 – Why I Wrote Holy Spirit: God Within You 1:19:16 – How Do You Hear God’s Voice? 1:29:33 – Prayer for the Viewers Subscribe to CfaN to receive our latest messages: Email: https://cfan.org/subscribe SMS: Text CFAN to 94090 To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://cfan.org/donate Evangelist Daniel Kolenda YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/⁨@DanielKolenda⁩ Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evangelistkolenda Evangelist Daniel Kolenda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evangelistdanielkolenda