Voices from the Desert

In the 4th century, Bishop Nonnus was asked why, when a beautiful woman passed him by, he stood and stared while the other bishops looked away. Nonnus' answer provides us insight as we dive deeper and deeper in the mystery of bridal intimacy and covenant union with God (the mysterious one). Tune in to this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as we dive into the ramfications of Nonnu...

Another week, another episode of Voices from the Desert! Today, Murray and Josh continue their discussion about the Bride/Bridegroom paradigm. Scripture comes rushing to its conclusion in Revelation 21 when we see the bride as a city descending upon the earth to reign with God. Understanding this throughline is crucial for understanding scripture. What are the implications of that dynamic in our l...

What do you ese when you read scripture? When you see Jesus speaking of coming calamity in Matthew 24, do you wonder about the end times implication? What does the Jewish wedding celebration have to do with Jesus, prophecies, and the tenor of scripture?  When Jesus showed upon the scene the nation of Israel was looking for a coming kingdom that would overthrow Rome and re-establish them as the dom...

In the latest episode of Voices from the Desert, Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck explore the concept of bridal intimacy in Scripture.  When the Pharisees expected a king, Jesus compared the kingdom to a wedding. This is a throughline in all of scripture. What would change about how we read certain passages if we saw it through the lens of bridal intimacy? Murray and Josh dive into Matthew 24 and t...

In Part 2 of our interview with Steve Stewart of Impact Nations, we dive deeper into the desert journey of his heart and how it challenged all of his paradigms. The pivotal moments on his roadmap included burnout, the Charismatic move, and his rediscovery of the early church fathers. In the midst of the simplistic narratives in traditional evangelicalism, Steve began questioning the limitations of...

Welcome to Voices from the Desert , where we explore historic Christianity, the journey of the desert, and how God meets us in the deepest deserts of our hearts. In this episode, we are joined by the Steve Stewart, founder of Impact Nations, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve's journey from a conservative church upbringing, encountering the Holy Spirit during the Charismatic Renewal, to...

In this special bonus episode recorded at the Samuel's Mantle school, join Murray Dueck's as he untangles the mystery behind Jesus as the Messiah. It's a biblical murder mystery and an FBI-like investigation into the disciples' beliefs where Murray delves into Old Testament prophecies, examining clashes between the disciples' expectations of an earthly king, and the unfold...

Join us for Part 2 of the Voices from the Desert interview with Greg Musselman from Voice of the Martyrs. In this episode Murray, Greg, and Josh talk about the need for prophetic reform, when Christianity becomes too political, the gifts of the Spirit, and much more! For more about Greg and Voice of the Martyrs, visit: https://www.vomcanada.com/ For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samu...

In today's episode, "The Spiritual Potency of the Persecuted Church," we're diving into the experiences of those who stay strong in their faith, even when things get really hard. Our guest, Greg Musselman from "Voice of the Martyrs," knows a lot about this. He's spent a long time helping people who are persecuted for their beliefs. Tune in as Greg shares real sto...

Join hosts Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck in this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as they sit down for part 2 of an interview with Michael Sullivant to explore the intricacies of brain health, relational mode, and honing essential brain skills. Gain valuable perspectives on living a life deeply connected to the heart of Jesus, as Michael shares his expertise in merging faith and neu...

What if your brain is wired in such a way that understanding the way your brain works could be a great aid in spiritual growth, healing of the heart, and mental health? What role does the Holy Spirit and the love of God play into the inner healing of the human heart? Join Joshua Hoffert, and Murray Dueck as they interview friend of the podcast Michael Sullivant. Michael Sullivant is the Director o...

In part 2, Ryan dives into catching a vision for who God has made you to be, dealing with the hooks of the enemy, building culture, the difference between purpose and calling, and much more. Tune in! Church Untitled is a gathering place in downtown Vancouver, BC. In the midst of a busy city rife with an increasingly antagonistic culture, this church is building an altar of worship in the downtown...

Church Untitled is a gathering place in downtown Vancouver, BC. In the midst of a busy city rife with an increasingly antagonistic culture, this church is building an altar of worship in the downtown core. Ryan Johnson, the pastor of Church Untitled, never envisioned himself as a church planter. In fact, the church began out of deep brokenness and hurt. This is his story, and the story of those wh...

Happy New Year everybody! The Voices from the Desert crew is back at it for 2024! We have some exciting interviews and topics coming in the next few months, stay tuned! Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck for part 2 of their interview with Bruce Friesen. Bruce is the founder of Children Arise Ministry, which disciples nations by discipling the next generation through the sphere of education. He i...

Hey everyone! Thanks for joining us for the past year! Voices from the Desert is a 1-year old podcast with this episode! We have so appreciated and enjoyed getting to know each and everyone one of you. Murray and Josh have much planned for the new year. Keep checking us out and we will keep diving off the deep end! In this epsiode, Murray and Josh are off the incarnation/annunciation deep end. We...

Voices from the Desert invites you on a transformative journey of apostolic thinking, exploring the depths of five-fold ministry. Join hosts Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they sit down with special guest Bruce Friesen, founder of the Global Transformation Collective. Uncover the wisdom of apostolic living and leadership in this thought-provoking podcast. What does it mean to think apostolical...

Ever wondered how the early church perceived Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers? Join Josh and Murray on Voices from the Desert as we explore the Prophetic Manifesto and what the early church had to say about Five-fold Ministry. Uncover insights into how these roles were embraced in the early church, shaping its spiritual fabric. Reflect on their significance then and consider...

Welcome to "Voices from the Desert," where ancient wisdom intersects with modern culture. In this episode, titled "De-shackling Prophecy from End Times Eschatology," Josh and Murray delve into point 6 of the Prophetic Manifesto. Often, prophecy is seen as a vehicle to predict all the calamities that are about to fall upon a nation. But what if we saw these things through a brid...

Today it is common to plan your ministry strategy around worldwide impact and a social media platform. But is it normal to think about building around a gift given by God? Join Josh and Murray as they dive into point 5 of the prophetic manifesto: a hesitancy to use the gift to build a platform. The 7 Points of the Prophetic Manifesto: - The reputation of Macarius the Great. - The Desert Fathers (a...

In this  episode of Voices from the Desert we delve into the timeless teachings of the early church age on prophetic ministry and explore their profound relevance in our modern world. Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking journey through the seven key points of The Prophetic Manifesto. Today, we shine a spotlight on the pivotal role of solitude and silence in prophetic ministry. How do the a...

Join Josh and Murray as they continue to breakdown the prophetic manifesto. On for today: the need for humility, silence, and solitude is crucial for prophetic maturity. The seven marks of historic prophetic ministry (The Prophetic Manifesto): - The reputation of Macarius the Great. - The Desert Fathers (aka the prophets in the church) were sought for their great understanding of Scripture. - The...

What would a healthy expression of prophetic ministry look like today? How does church history inform who we are and how we are today? Join Murray and Josh as they breakdown a prophetic manifesto for the modern church. On the docket for today: prophetic ministry ought to be known for a robust interpretation of scripture and the primary function of prophecy is to reveal the heart of God. The seven...

God has "being" and we are "beings". And everything derives itself from there. Join Joshua Hoffert as he talks about how we come to know God and know ourselves. For more about Josh and Wind Ministries visit: https://www.windministries.ca/ Check out our upcoming Dream Interpretation Mentorship: https://www.windtrainingacademy.com/dream-interpretation-mentorship Check out upcomin...

How did Augustine see the formation of the spiritual life? Was he a dry stuffy theologian? Did he have a robust apprecation for the experience of God? In what ways does Augustine synergize with the Eastern views of Christian mysticism? Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck for part 2 of their interview with Matthew Esquivel, who is working on his doctoral dissertation on Augustine the Great. For mo...

Was Augustine a cessationist or continuationist? What did Augustine think about the spiritual gifts? Does Augustine reflect any of the eastern ideas of Theosis? Did in with Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they talk with Matthew Esquivel who has been working on a dissertation on Augustine, martydom, and experiencing God. For more about Joshua Hoffert visit: https://www.windministries.ca/ For mor...