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Episode 034 Conclusion of Paul and Spiritual Beings Series. The Church and Spiritual Warfare

Have questions or comments? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426454/fan_mail/new] Bryan and Scott conclude their series on Paul and Spiritual Beings with a powerful final conversation on the church’s role in spiritual warfare. What does spiritual warfare actually look like according to Paul—and how have many modern assumptions missed the mark? In this episode, they challenge common notions of spiritual battle and explore how the people of God participate in the victory already won through the conquering work of Jesus. Far from fear-driven speculation, this discussion points listeners to the hope, authority, and mission of the church in light of Christ’s triumph.

Episode 033 The Day The Powers Lost

Have questions or comments? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426454/fan_mail/new] Scott and Bryan are back with part five of our ongoing series exploring Paul and spiritual beings. In this episode, we turn our attention to the climactic moment of the story—the cross—and what it means for the rebellious powers that oppose God and influence the world. How did Jesus’ death accomplish victory? What did Paul mean when he spoke of rulers and authorities being disarmed? And how does the cross reshape the way we understand spiritual warfare today? Join us as we unpack how, through what looked like defeat, Jesus secured a decisive and cosmic triumph—breaking the grip of the powers and opening the way for a new kind of life.

Episode 032 Interview with Matthew Sharpe about Spiritual Abuse

Have questions or comments? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426454/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Scott sits down with Matthew Sharpe for an honest and thoughtful conversation about spiritual abuse in the church. Together, they explore what spiritual abuse is, how it can take root in Christian communities, and the lasting impact it has on individuals and congregations. Matthew brings clarity and compassion to a difficult topic, helping listeners recognize both subtle and overt forms of manipulation, control, and misuse of authority. The conversation also moves beyond diagnosis to pastoral response—offering practical and theological insights on how the church can faithfully care for those who have been wounded. Importantly, Scott and Matthew also address the often-overlooked question: how should we minister to those who have caused harm? With wisdom and nuance, they discuss the difficuty to develop pathways toward accountability, repentance, and restoration—without minimizing the pain of victims. Whether you’re a church leader, a ministry volunteer, or someone seeking healing, this episode invites you into a deeper understanding of grace, truth, and the kind of community the church is called to be.

Episode 031 Paul and Spiritual Beings, Part 4. Faithful Angels

Have questions or comments? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426454/fan_mail/new] Scott and Bryan are back with part four of our ongoing series exploring the Apostle Paul and spiritual beings. In this episode, they turn their attention to angels—the faithful spiritual beings who serve God’s purposes throughout the biblical story. What did Paul believe about angels? How do they function in the unseen realm, and what role do they play in the life of the church and the mission of God? Join the conversation as Scott and Bryan unpack the significance of these loyal messengers and what their presence means for how we understand the spiritual world today.

Episode 030 Paul and Supernatural Beings Part 3. How rebellious beings influence humanity

Have questions or comments? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426454/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to the podcast. Today Bryan and Scott are continuing the series on the apostle Paul and the supernatural world. This is part three of our conversation, where we explore Paul’s understanding of rebellious spiritual beings and their influence on humanity. In the world of the New Testament, Paul didn’t see evil as merely abstract or symbolic. He spoke about real spiritual powers—beings that oppose God’s purposes and work to distort human allegiance. Today we’ll focus especially on the figure known as the Satan, along with the wider network of rebellious spiritual beings that operate behind the scenes of human history. What did Paul believe about these powers? How do they influence individuals, cultures, and systems? And how does Paul’s theology of Christ reshape the way believers understand and confront this unseen realm? So join us as we continue our journey into Paul’s worldview—pulling back the veil to explore how the apostle understood the conflict between God’s kingdom and the rebellious powers that seek the worship of mankind.