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Question for us: Has Christianity degraded as a movement from the powerful, uncomplicated, and original to the overly-complex and institutional … what Paul referred to as a form with no power? The core DNA element of Apostolic Christianity is the Gospel of the Kingdom. What is “Good News (the Gospel)”? The Good News is the announcement of the Caesar Christ -- Christ as King, God as King. This impl...

Many of you have heard about American Pastor Andrew Brunson who was imprisoned in Turkey for 2 years. Pastor Andrew and his wife Norine served in Turkey for more than 2 decades where they established Izmir Resurrection Church . They openly shared Christ and also helped Syrian refugees – some of them Kurds. In 2016, there was a failed coup attempt against the president, and in the crackdown which e...

I was at a massive pumpkin festival of all places when I sat down on a tour bus for a few minutes with Brent Keilen. He's the Director of FRCAction, the legislative affiliate of Family Research Council in Washington, DC. We discussed the vital significance of Christ-followers engaging the political space with consistent prayer, political participation, and standing strong for the values of faith,...

Give no ground to the devil. The Adversary gains advantage against us when we give him ground. “I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming, and he has nothing in Me” (John 14:30 NKJV). There was no anger in Jesus … no lust, bitterness, disobedience, or anything not in harmony with the Father’s design. The devil had no ground against Jesus. The devil cannot overcome...

It's like being in the Matrix and taking the red pill. You want the truth, no matter what. You begin to realize what's going on and now you want the brutal truth about reality and the freedom it unleashes. You're ready to make a mark with your Life Voice ... Joshua Faltot and I found ourselves relaxing on adirondack chairs on a late summer night. The only thing lacking were pipes. You know, we fan...

She struggled with trauma as a child, adolescent, and young adult. It came to a point where she felt … and these are her words ... “Like some people are born to be stepped on.” But she discovered healing and restoration. And now with empathy, gifts of healing, and creativity, Tammy Heidenreich moves toward pain and suffering, bringing the compassionate touch from the Father Above -- the Artist of...

The DNA of the Church is Apostolic Christianity . DNA contains genetic information. When it's turned on, that information is expressed. One of the key aspects of Apostolic DNA is an emphasis upon the Word or Kingdom teaching. "They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer" (Acts 2:42 NASB). Authoritative teaching is an...

A six year-old boy can't take watching his stepdad mercilessly beat his mom. He drives a knife into his chest. A young girl, trafficked for the lust of men. Rescued. Only to be sexually abused as a foster child. A young boy. Drugged. Penetrated by his uncle. Then wakes up in a dog house ... an actual dog house. Dr. Gary Brewster has worked with these individuals and many more. Jesus cleanses, heal...

Jesus offers you a white stone with a new name on it. No one knows this name but Jesus and you. It's a unique destiny -- a singular purpose which no one has but you. In Christ, you're clean and qualified to live out your design. Your destiny. Your assignment. Do you believe there are "habitations" which Jesus has prepared for you ... spaces and places for you to express your best life? Now and in...

DNA contains genetic information or instructions. In a healthy organism, the DNA gets "turned on" and expressed. The design of the DNA will manifest unless there is a mutation or disease which suppresses the accurate expression of the DNA. In the history of Christianity, error and negative dynamics have been introduced which have worked against "Apostolic Christianity." But many believe that the H...

Following Jesus means that every area of our life is developed to a high level -- to bring God glory, to fully participate in Heaven's Story. But we have to be intentional about it. It's a process of faith and obedience. Following Jesus is holistic. Everything can be transformed. The old falls away. He makes all things new. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com Ke...

We all want to make a difference, a contribution, right? But too many of us struggle with this. How can we get an accurate read on where we’re at? And beyond this, how can we get unstuck and advance into our purpose and destiny? Ken Roberts is a speaker, trainer, author, and coach – assisting people in their personal growth and spiritual development. This episode is for everyone ... yet Ken and I...

Apostolic Christ-Followers prioritize ministering TO the King. Then they minister FOR the King. Our representation of the King is sourced and sustained in our ministering to the King in worship, prayer, and fasting. The experience of early Christians at the church in Antioch (Acts 13:1-3) is a pattern and precedent for us today. The Antioch Ekklesia activated and powered the missionary journeys of...

This is an Encore Episode, a replay of the very first episode of the Jesus Smart: The Podcast. Is there a "Kingdom insurrection" underway among Jesus-followers? Frank Viola has a strong conviction we may be in the beginning stages of an insurgence -- a resurrection insurrection within the Church to reclaim the Gospel of the Kingdom. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSma...

I had the opportunity to sit down with Ivan and Desaray Shores to talk about how to stop cheating and not have an affair. Desaray wrote "Letters to My Lover: Journey of an Adulterous Woman." It's vulnerable. Gritty. It's a true-life story of desperation, passion, infidelity, and heartbreak. But it doesn't stop there. It's a testimony of redemption and a quest for higher life-design. ----more----  ...

Force multipliers exponentially increase impact. This is Part 5 in the series Apostolic Christ Followers. Seeking the Lord via the Word and prayer is the most creative thing we can do -- it is a prime Kingdom Force Multiplier. And there are others too! Become excellent in those things which yield the most return. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com   EPISODE HIG...

Troy Thompson wants you to win -- he wants you to find your lane out there and do your Kingdom thing. It's beyond attending church. Even serving in church. It's finding your place in Jesus' Kingdom realm. And making your Kingdom contribution in our Father's world. ----more----   See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS There's a royal anointing in you if you'...

Kingdom power and fruitfulness = exponential power. Kingdom reality lives on an exponential plane. Linear growth is a +1 progression ... 1 becomes 2 becomes 3 becomes 4 and so on. Exponential growth is a compound doubling ... 1 becomes 2 becomes 4 becomes 8 and so on.   If you take 30 linear steps, say 3 feet or a meter, you end up 30 meters away. If you take 30 exponential steps you end up a bill...

Marriage and family life are not for the faint of heart ... but the beauty and benefits are next level. What you’re about to hear is a conversation with Willie and Rachel Scott, founders of Better Than Blended, an organization which resources and equips blended families. There’s something here for everyone. Be sure to catch episode 18 for the first half of this conversation. ----more---- See the s...

God is love. Everything that comes from him is love-based. All of creation is "coded" with love. So things work in their best state when authentic love is present. When we live a love lifestyle, we harmonize with God's design in all things. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS What is built according to the "Master Craftsman" must be built with...

Family is vital -- it's a ginormous value with the Creator. Willie and Rachel Scott are the founders of Better Than Blended. The reality is that the family is under assault. But the good news is that the family spirit of God overcomes the challenges today’s families face. We are empowered to enjoy the potential of a beautiful and powerful family life. ----more---- See the show notes page for this...

Apostolic Christ-following is missional -- it pushes the mission and story of God forward. And here's the beauty ... you get clear on your life story and set it within the larger story of Jesus. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Apostolic Christ-following sees over the horizon. It's next-level thinking and seeing. Apostolic Christ-followin...

Jesus is the standard. The template. He models for us what the Normal Christian Life looks like. There's a difference between the Average Christian life and the Normal Christian Life. Jesus shows us what the norm is. ----more---- See the show notes page for this episode at JesusSmart.com  HIGHLIGHTS As we progressively know the Creator -- the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit -- we unders...

I believe the Holy Spirit is inviting and prodding Christ-followers today to develop into "apostolic people." It has everything to do with a CHRISTO-CENTRIC faith experience and lifestyle. It's not man-centered. Or me-centered. Christ is the foundation of the Higher Design in our lives. In everything we become. In everything we do. And he's the foundation of the Father's work in our world. If we w...

There’s so much wrangling and ballyhoo about theology! What is God like, really? How does he relate to us, and interact with us? What is the Kingdom of God anyway? In this episode: Jesus is perfect theology. What you’re about to hear is a conversation with Jake Veach. He’s a staff pastor at Bethel Cleveland, with Senior Pastors Steve and Cindy Witt. He’s also the Director of the Bethel School of S...