25. The Burden of God: Intercession, Eternal Groaning & Partnering With Heaven

25. The Burden of God: Intercession, Eternal Groaning & Partnering With Heaven

What if the burden you’ve been trying to escape is actually an invitation from God? In this episode, Emily and Courtney talk about the burden of the Lord, intercession, and what it means to partner with heaven through prayer. Together, they unpack how the “groan” believers often feel in response to brokenness, injustice, sickness, or spiritual darkness is not meant to lead us into hopelessness—but into union with Christ and deeper intimacy with the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Matthew 11, Romans 8, Ezekiel 1–3, and Isaiah 62, this conversation explores: * the difference between worldly burden and God’s burden * how intercession is standing in the gap between earthly reality and heavenly promise * why the Holy Spirit groans through believers * how God births burdens through intimacy and His Word * the role of watchmen and prayer warriors in this generation * how carrying God’s heart actually frees us from lesser burdens * Emily also shares a powerful personal testimony about encountering the Holy Spirit in intercession and experiencing a spiritual groan that transformed her prayer life and confidence in God’s voice. This episode is an invitation to: * stop carrying burdens alone * surrender anxiety and self-preservation * receive God’s heart for people and nations * and partner with Him in prayer until heaven comes on earth. ---------------------------------------- KEY SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED * Matthew 11:28–30 * Romans 8:18–28 * Ezekiel 1–3 * Isaiah 62 * Luke 1 (Mary’s response to God’s promise) ---------------------------------------- KEY THEMES * Intercession & prayer * The burden of the Lord * Eternal perspective * The Holy Spirit & spiritual groaning * Revival & watchmen * Union with Christ * Hope in suffering * God’s promises & faithfulness ---------------------------------------- MEMORABLE QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE > “The burden of God doesn’t crush you—it anchors you in hope.” > “Intercession is standing in the gap between what we see in the natural and what we know is in God’s heart.” > “Sometimes the groan you feel isn’t anxiety—it’s an invitation into intercession.” > “Watchmen don’t invent God’s will. They agree with it.” > “Before Ezekiel spoke the scroll, he had to eat it.” > “When we get the burden of God, our personal burdens don’t feel so heavy anymore.” ---------------------------------------- PRAYER FROM THIS EPISODE At the end of the episode, Emily prays for: * a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit * renewed hope for those carrying burdens * fresh hunger for intimacy with God * and for the Lord to raise up intercessors and watchmen for families, cities, and nations. ---------------------------------------- Thank you for listening to the Scroll & Press Podcast. If this episode encouraged you, consider sharing it with a friend, leaving a review, or sending it to someone who needs hope and encouragement in prayer today. Maranatha — Lord Jesus, come. ✨

24. THE PRAYER SET | Praying Over Our Children and the Next Generation

In this episode of The Prayer Set, Emily and Courtney spend the entire session praying Scripture over children, families, future generations, and the home. Together, they intercede for the next generation to know the presence of Jesus from an early age, walk in the fear of the Lord, carry the power of the Holy Spirit, and stand firm in truth in a shifting culture. This episode is filled with Spirit-led prayer, declarations from Scripture, communion, and encouragement for parents, grandparents, spiritual mentors, and anyone carrying a burden for the next generation. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed in motherhood, burdened for your children, or longing to build a home rooted in the presence of God, this prayer set will encourage and strengthen you. IN THIS EPISODE * Praying Joel 2 over the next generation * Covering children in prayer and spiritual protection * Asking God for wisdom in parenting and discipleship * Declaring identity, wholeness, and salvation over families * Building homes centered on the presence of Jesus * The power of communion and pleading the blood of Jesus over your household * Raising children with eternal perspective and Kingdom purpose KEY SCRIPTURES * Joel 2:28–32 * Psalm 127 * Colossians 1:9–14 * Psalm 17:15 * 2 Corinthians 3:16–18 * Exodus 12 (Passover imagery) * John 3:30 * Matthew 5:6 POWERFUL THEMES FROM THIS EPISODE * “Unless the Lord builds the house, the work of the builders is wasted.” * Children are not a burden — they are a reward from the Lord. * We are called to stand in the gap for our families as intercessors. * The next generation was created to carry the presence and power of God. * Parenting requires heavenly wisdom, not worldly striving. * Our homes are meant to reflect the value system of Heaven. CONNECT WITH SCROLL & PRESS If this episode encouraged you, share it with a parent, friend, or family member who needs strength and hope today. Follow along for more episodes of The Prayer Set and conversations centered on the Word of God, revival in families, and the presence of Jesus. Maranatha. ✨

23. Get Off the Hamster Wheel of Religious Striving: The Gospel is for TODAY

The Gospel is more than forgiveness for eternity — it’s freedom, healing, deliverance, and transformation for today. In this episode of the Scroll & Press Podcast, Emily and Courtney dive deep into the fullness of salvation through the lens of what they call “Triune Salvation” — the past, present, and future work of Jesus in the life of the believer. Together they unpack: * Justification — being made righteous through faith in Jesus * Sanctification — daily transformation through intimacy with Christ and the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit * Glorification — the future hope of complete restoration when Jesus returns Emily shares vulnerably about years of striving, shame, and trying to earn nearness to God through performance, discipline, and religious activity—and how the revelation of the finished work of Jesus completely transformed her relationship with God. This conversation explores: * Why sanctification is not behavior modification * The freedom found in renewing your mind * How the blood of Jesus brings us near * The difference between an old covenant mindset and a new covenant reality * What it means to live dependent on the Holy Spirit * The true meaning of the Greek word sozo — saved, healed, and delivered * Why intimacy with Jesus—not striving—is what transforms us If you’ve ever felt trapped in cycles of shame, condemnation, perfectionism, or spiritual striving, this episode is an invitation to rediscover the freedom, nearness, and power of the Gospel. You are not called to clean yourself up before coming to God. You are called to come boldly because of the blood of Jesus. KEY SCRIPTURES * Ephesians 2:8–9 * Romans 8 * Hebrews 10 * 1 Peter 1 * 2 Corinthians 3 & 5 * John 5:39–40 * 1 John 3:2–3 RESOURCES MENTIONED * Back to the Gospel — Peter Louis https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998011401?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_K6GSY3VD5RSH7847Z5KA_1&bestFormat=true [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998011401?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_K6GSY3VD5RSH7847Z5KA_1&bestFormat=true] * Back to the Garden--FREE 12-part course by Peter Louis https://www.braveheart.run/course-series/back-to-the-garden [https://www.braveheart.run/course-series/back-to-the-garden] FAVORITE QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE > “The blood has brought you near.” > “Sanctification is not behavior modification. It’s intimacy with Jesus.” > “You were saved, you are being saved, and one day you will be fully glorified.” > “Everything in our life is meant to produce a lean into God.” > “It’s not by looking at our sin more that we become holy—it’s by beholding Jesus.”

22. THE PRAYER SET | Born Again to a Living Hope (1 Peter 1)

In this episode of The Prayer Set, we come together to pray through 1 Peter 1:3–5 and 1 Peter 1:13–25, anchoring our hearts in the truth of the Gospel and the finished work of Jesus. This is a time to slow down, take communion, and fix our eyes on what is eternal. We are reminded: We are born again into a living hope Our inheritance is secure in heaven We were bought with the precious blood of Jesus Our lives are no longer our own—they carry eternal purpose As we pray, we lean into a new covenant reality—not striving for salvation, but living from a place of grace, identity, and love. This episode is an invitation to: Renew your mind in the truth of God’s Word Set your heart on eternity, not temporary things Walk in holiness as a response to love—not performance Remember the price that was paid for your freedom Live with boldness, purpose, and reverent awe of God We also take communion together, remembering: His body broken for our healing and wholeness His blood poured out for forgiveness and new life Let this be a moment where the Holy Spirit brings fresh revelation, clarity, and eternal perspective. “The grass withers and the flower fades, but the word of the Lord remains forever.” Key Themes Living Hope & Eternal Inheritance Identity in Christ The Power of the Blood of Jesus Holiness Through Grace The Brevity of Life Eternal Perspective Communion & Remembrance Loving Others Deeply Scriptures 1 Peter 1:3–5, 13–25 Hebrews 10:14 Psalm 112:1–2 Prayer Focus “Teach us to number our days” Set our minds on eternal things Awareness of the price of our ransom Boldness to share the Gospel Hearts awakened to love deeply A generation rooted in the Word Closing Encouragement Every moment matters. Because of Jesus, nothing in your life is wasted— what is done in Him carries eternal weight.

21. Generational Faith: Building a Spiritual Legacy That Outlives You

This week on the Scroll & Press Podcast, we share a deeply personal and powerful conversation—our very first guest episode—with our Grandmom Jane. This is more than a story. It’s a testimony of generational faith, hidden faithfulness, and a life fully surrendered to Jesus. From growing up in poverty without electricity or running water… to walking miles to church as a child… to building a life marked by generosity, stewardship, and unwavering trust in God—Grandmom’s life is a living picture of what it means to build something eternal. We truly believe this episode will shift your perspective on: * What legacy really means * How faithfulness in the small things matters * And how your life today is shaping generations to come As Scripture says in 2 Timothy 1:5, faith doesn’t begin with us—it’s passed down, cultivated, and carried forward. ---------------------------------------- WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE * What it looked like to grow up in extreme poverty—but rich in faith * How encountering Jesus began not in a moment, but through quiet devotion and hunger for God * The power of generational legacy and “drinking from wells you did not dig” * Why generosity is a lifestyle—not just finances * A marriage marked by trust, honor, and unity * Parenting wisdom rooted in living out the Word—not just teaching it * The phrase that shaped generations: “Present sacrifice for future reward” * How small acts of obedience build a life of overflow and impact KEY THEMES 1. Generational Faith Your life is not just your own—every prayer, every act of obedience, every seed sown carries into future generations. 2. Faithfulness in the Hidden The unseen seasons—raising kids, serving quietly, stewarding small things—are where eternal impact is formed. 3. Generosity as a Way of Life True generosity isn’t about how much you have—it’s about the posture of your heart. 4. Stewardship Before Influence God builds legacy through consistency, not shortcuts. 5. Present Sacrifice → Future Reward A principle that shaped not just one life—but generations. ---------------------------------------- SCRIPTURES REFERENCED * 2 Timothy 1:5 * Isaiah 55:11 * Acts 20:35 ---------------------------------------- CLOSING ENCOURAGEMENT Wherever you are today—whether you feel like you're seeing fruit or just planting seeds—nothing is wasted in the Kingdom of God. You may be: * Benefiting from someone else’s prayers * Or becoming the one who plants seeds for generations Either way… God is writing a story through your life that will outlive you. ---------------------------------------- CALL TO ACTION If this episode encouraged you: * Share it with someone in your family * Reflect on the legacy being built through your life * And join us each week as we pursue revival rooted in the Word and centered on the presence of Jesus