Mastering Your Emotions by Being Led by the Spirit

In this episode, the hosts discuss mastering emotions, describing emotions as changing mental reactions that can become a destructive master when they control decisions. Using a biblical framework of spirit, soul (mind, will, emotions), and body, they argue the Fall led humanity to be ruled by emotions, citing Cain’s anger and God’s warning that sin must be mastered. They contrast “fallen man” thinking with believers being led by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing surrender to Jesus as the path to peace, renewal of the mind, and freedom from fear, worry, anxiety, and bitterness. They note emotions can be good or bad, are shaped by what people feed their minds, and encourage casting cares on God, choosing a Spirit-led life, and growing through an ongoing process of maturity and grace.

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Salvation encompasses God doing everything for you that you cannot do yourself.

Father saves and heals because He loves.

Justin and Dr. Don discuss how the Father heals, saves, and delivers, arguing that salvation is broader than simply going to heaven and includes being made well and taken care of. They explain the Greek term “sozo” as encompassing healing, deliverance, and wholeness, and say Jesus’ ministry reveals the Father’s will because Jesus only did the Father’s will and declared the work “finished” at the cross. They challenge theology that denies healing for today, noting Jesus healed everyone and never framed sickness as God’s test. They emphasize surrender, placing faith in God rather than pharmaceuticals or other “sources,” building faith through hearing God’s Word, and speaking/praying healing promises, citing a testimony of a woman healed of terminal cancer after daily confession of healing scriptures. They also contrast God’s loving nature with condemnation and urge relationship with Jesus to experience forgiveness, transformation, and freedom.

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It's not about just getting to Heaven. It's about bringing Heaven down here.

"Your Kingdom Come, Your Will be Done... On Earth as it is in Heaven..."

Justin and Dr. Don discuss the importance of a Heaven-centered mindset in daily life, emphasizing Jesus’ message that the Kingdom of God is within and “at hand,” and that believers can experience Heaven’s realities on Earth. They describe biblical layers of “heavens” and connect the Lord’s Prayer (“on Earth as it is in Heaven”) to living out God’s will now through Christ. They say Jesus’ ministry—healing the sick, forgiving sins, freeing the oppressed, reveals what Heaven is like and models what believers should carry forward as ambassadors who put the King first, deny self, and walk as Jesus walked. They stress renewing the mind, overcoming doubt and unbelief, and rooting faith in love, noting “God is love” and that love, prayer, and surrendered trust can replace depression, anxiety, bitterness, and other “hell” experiences with peace and contentment.

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He resists the Proud.

In this episode, Justin and Don discuss how to remove yourself from the pride of the world, contrasting current cultural views of pride with biblical teaching that Jesus calls followers to deny themselves, that God opposes the proud (character misalignment), and that humility opens the way for God to work. They describe pride as often hidden, rooted in insecurity, and an “armor of darkness” that blocks truth, repentance, transformation, and even effective ministry. Using examples like seeking compliments, taking offense, and image-protection, they argue pride fuels anger, bitterness, and resentment, while humility brings freedom, healthier relationships, and spiritual growth. They connect pride to the Genesis fall and present the gospel as God sending Jesus—who served instead of being served, avoided personal glory, and sacrificed his own life—so people can repent, be saved, follow the Holy Spirit, and live in peace, joy, and rest.

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"Darkness by definition is the absence of Light."

Confrontation is healthy and needed right now in the Body.

Hosts Justin and Dr. Don aim to dispel the controversial nature surrounding discussions of demonic forces by using scripture to shed light on the reality of spiritual warfare. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding and recognizing the spiritual battles that believers face, explaining that confronting these dark forces involves acknowledging their existence and the light that can expose and expel them. Justin and Don discuss the symbolism of the eye as the lamp of the body and how what we focus on can fill us with either light or darkness. They conclude by reaffirming the power of Jesus Christ and the victory He has already won, encouraging listeners to embody the light of Jesus to overcome the darkness.

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We're more than overcomers. But we must learn to fight.

In this powerful episode, Justin Olbrantz and Don Schaefer discuss 'The Fight For Your Life,' focusing on the need for spiritual and physical resilience. They emphasize the importance of fighting for one's faith and the continuous battle against sin and worldly temptations. The conversation highlights the necessity of spiritual discipline, perseverance, and the transformative power of belief in Jesus and His ability overcome. They underline that true strength comes from God and the importance of conditioning oneself spiritually to overcome life's challenges. The hosts also address how to build character through spiritual practices and the ongoing process of sanctification. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to embrace the fight for their faith and live a life filled with hope and purpose.

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Healing Begins Now: Understanding Jesus as Healer and Savior

Justin and Don discuss on the concept that healing begins now, emphasizing that it is not a reserved event for the past or the future but something meant for the present moment: now! They explore the idea that Jesus did not only come to forgive sins but also to heal people, and that this healing is part of God's will for everyone. They counter various beliefs that suggest healing is selective or time-bound and stress that the same unwavering belief required for salvation applies to healing. The same way we are saved is the same way we are healed. The hosts provide scriptural evidence, personal insights, and encourage listeners to shed doubts and fully trust in the healing power available through faith in Jesus. They conclude with a call to understand the true nature of God's love and will for His creation, inviting listeners to embrace the full package of salvation and healing.

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To be we must first become.

In this episode, hosts Justin Olbrantz and Dr. Don Schaefer discuss the concept of BECOMING. They explore the idea that life, both physically and spiritually, is a continual process of becoming who we are meant to be, aligned with God's purpose. The conversation highlights the cyclical nature of life, the importance of identifying the season one is in, and the transformation toward becoming more like Jesus. They emphasize the need to focus on the Kingdom of God and how important it is to understand the power of inner transformation through faith and the Holy Spirit. The episode encourages listeners to recognize their current season and work towards their God-given potential, ultimately becoming love (agape) and embodying the image of God.

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