From Prayer to Presence

From Prayer to Presence

Welcome back to The Seek His Face Podcast—where we explore faith, Scripture, and what it truly means to live in daily relationship with God. In this episode, we begin pulling everything together after our Armor of God series by focusing on the foundation of it all: prayer. Not as a routine. Not as a checklist. But as a real, ongoing relationship with Jesus. Prayer is often misunderstood as something we do—a moment, a habit, or a set of words. But in reality, prayer is where relationship is lived. It’s where connection deepens, trust is built, and transformation begins. We unpack what it means to move beyond surface-level prayer and step into something deeper—something relational, honest, and continuous. In this episode, we talk through: Why prayer is relational, not transactional How Jesus gives us direct access to the Father What it means to pray with honesty, presence, and surrender The importance of listening, not just speaking The balance between asking boldly and trusting fully How gratitude and praise reshape your perspective What it looks like to receive guidance and strength in everyday life How consistent prayer leads to real spiritual transformation This conversation is all about shifting your mindset from: “I pray at certain times” → to → “I live in constant connection with Him.” Because over time, prayer becomes less like something you do… and more like someone you’re with. If your prayer life has ever felt routine, distant, confusing, or even frustrating—this episode is an invitation to rediscover what it was always meant to be. Not perfection. Not performance. But presence. At the center of it all is this truth: Prayer isn’t the goal—a deeper relationship with Jesus is. So whether you’re just starting your walk with Christ, or you’ve been following Him for years, this episode will meet you right where you are and help you take the next step forward. Thanks for being here. And as always—keep seeking Him.

Armor of God Part 6: The Sword of the Spirit Part 2

In this episode of The Seek His Face Podcast, host Cody Bentley continues the Armor of God series by exploring the meaning and responsibility behind the Sword of the Spirit, described by the apostle Paul in Epistle to the Ephesians as the Word of God. This conversation moves beyond simply knowing Scripture and focuses on what it truly means to handle God’s Word faithfully in everyday life. From the dangers of misusing Scripture to the way truth advances the kingdom of God, this episode examines how believers can train themselves to study, understand, and apply the Bible with humility and precision. Listeners will also explore how Scripture functions in moments of temptation, fear, accusation, cultural pressure, and suffering. Drawing from examples in the Gospel of Matthew and teachings throughout the New Testament, the episode highlights how the Word and the Spirit work together to confront deception and bring life. Ultimately, the Sword of the Spirit points beyond written words to Jesus Christ, the Living Word revealed in the Gospel of John. When believers speak Scripture faithfully, they participate in God’s work of exposing lies, strengthening faith, and advancing the kingdom. Next time, the series concludes by examining prayer as the atmosphere of spiritual warfare and the constant communication that sustains every piece of spiritual armor.

Armor of God- The Sword of the Spirit part one of two

Episode 10: The Sword of the Spirit (Part 1) In this episode of The Seek His Face Podcast, Cody Bentley continues the Armor of God series by exploring one of the most powerful and often misunderstood pieces of spiritual armor — the Sword of the Spirit. Unlike the other pieces of armor that protect the believer, the sword is the only offensive weapon given to us in Ephesians 6. But what does it really mean to wield the Word of God? And how do we use it faithfully without misusing it? In Part One of this two-part episode, we explore: • Why the Word of God is the believer’s only offensive weapon • The difference between logos and rhema in Scripture • How Jesus modeled spiritual warfare in the wilderness • Why the Word must cut our own hearts before we use it on others • How Scripture exposes deception, refines the believer, and advances the kingdom This episode challenges believers to move beyond simply owning a Bible and begin learning how to handle the Word with precision, humility, and truth. Because the Sword of the Spirit isn’t noise, performance, or argument. It is truth spoken under the authority of God, empowered by the Spirit, and grounded in the finished work of Christ. Part Two will focus on the practical side of the sword — how to train with it daily, memorize Scripture, meditate on truth, and grow skillful in handling God’s Word.

Armor of God Part 5 of 6- The Shield of Faith

Whether we recognize it or not, we are in a battle. Not one of flesh and blood — but one fought in the quiet places of doubt, fear, temptation, and accusation. In Episode 9 of The Seek His Face Podcast, Cody Bentley walks us through what it truly means to take up the Shield of Faith from Epistle to the Ephesians 6:16 — and why this piece of the Armor of God is essential for standing firm in today’s world. But this isn’t just a theological discussion. It’s a journey. From Abraham’s radical obedience in Book of Genesis To the healing faith of the desperate in the Gospel of Mark To the saving grace declared in Epistle to the Romans This episode explores: What biblical faith actually is (and what it isn’t) How faith acts as a shield against the enemy’s fiery darts Why faith is more than intellectual agreement — it’s surrendered trust How salvation comes by grace through faith alone What it looks like to actively lift your shield in everyday life Why faith grows stronger in community You’ll discover that faith is not blind optimism. It is confident trust in the character of God. Faith moves before it sees. Faith waits through silence. Faith obeys when it hurts. Faith blocks the lies before they burn. And most importantly: Faith is the empty hand that receives the finished work of Jesus. If you’ve been feeling attacked by doubt… If fear has been whispering louder than truth… If your faith feels small or fragile… This episode will remind you: The strength of your shield is not in you. It is in the God you trust. So take a quiet moment. Open your heart. And learn what it means to lift the Shield of Faith. Because the arrows may fly — but they do not get the final word.

Armor of God Part 4 of 6- Gospel of Peace

What does it really mean to be prepared with the gospel of peace? In this episode of The Seek His Face Podcast, we take an unhurried look at Ephesians 6:15 and the often-overlooked power of peace as part of the armor of God. Peace is not presented as emotional calm or avoidance of conflict, but as spiritual footing—something that stabilizes the believer before the battle begins and sustains them through it. Together, we explore what the “preparation” of the gospel of peace truly means, why peace is foundational rather than optional, and how reconciliation with God through Christ becomes the source of confidence, endurance, and courage. Drawing from Scripture, historical context, and practical application, this episode unpacks how gospel peace anchors identity, neutralizes fear and accusation, and enables believers to stand firm while still moving forward in obedience. This conversation also looks at the symbolism of Roman sandals, the biblical concept of shalom, and why peace is not weakness but strength—peace that holds ground, endures pressure, and carries reconciliation into broken spaces. If you’ve been feeling anxious, spiritually unsteady, or worn down by conflict, this episode is an invitation to stop striving for peace and begin standing in the peace Christ has already secured.