In this conversation, Rebecca Alderman discusses how to talk to young children about grief and loss, particularly in the context of losing a parent. She emphasizes the importance of understanding children's perspectives on grief, the role of imagination in processing loss, and the spiritual dimensions of healing. Alderman encourages parents to create a nurturing environment where children can express their feelings and experiences related to their loved ones in heaven. She also highlights the significance of being present with God and finding comfort in His presence during difficult times.

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TAKEAWAYS

• Children process their grief differently from adults.
• Imagination plays a crucial role in children's understanding of loss.
• Talking about heaven can help children cope with grief.
• Being present with children affirms their feelings of loss.
• Children may have spiritual experiences that they can't articulate.
• It's important to encourage children's imaginative expressions.
• Grief can be processed in the dual realms of heaven and earth.
• Finding comfort in God's presence is essential during grief.
• Parents should create a nurturing environment for discussions about loss.
• The community and prayer can provide strength during difficult times.

In this final Part 3 conversation, Rebecca Alderman and Virginia Killingsworth explore profound themes of spiritual encounters, the reality of heaven, and the complexities of grief. They discuss the importance of understanding the supernatural realm, the illusion of separation between the living and the deceased, and the transformative power of faith. The dialogue emphasizes the need for the church to embrace these truths. It encourages individuals to seek personal experiences with God, highlighting that everyone can access the divine regardless of their past.

Chapters

00:00 The Call for Righteousness in a Troubled World

04:16 The Reality of Heaven and Spiritual Encounters

11:32 The Illusion of Separation in the Spirit Realm

16:24 Living Beyond Time and Embracing Eternity

23:49 Infiltration and Discernment in the Body of Christ

30:53 Understanding Our Position in Christ

33:12 The Importance of Saying Yes to God

Takeaways

• Heaven is a real and comforting place.
• The body of Christ needs to hear about spiritual encounters.
• Jesus interacted with figures from the past, showing the reality of the supernatural.
• The enemy cannot create; he only counterfeits what God does.
• We should encourage others to meet God in their promised land.
• There is no separation in the spirit realm; loved ones are still connected.
• We can transcend the constraints of time through faith.
• The veil of separation is an illusion created by our flesh.
• We are seated with Christ in heavenly places, which gives us authority.
• Saying 'yes' to God opens doors to spiritual experiences.

Keywords

heaven, grief, supernatural, spiritual encounters, separation, faith, visions, comfort, divine experiences, spiritual growth

This Part 2 conversation explores the profound impact of the imagination gate on creativity, spiritual growth, and healing from trauma. Virginia Killingsworth and Rebecca Alderman discuss how the imagination can be defiled by negative influences and how it can be used to overcome personal struggles and connect with God. They emphasize the importance of maturity in spiritual growth, the power of experiential knowledge, and the role of imagination in rewriting one's story and experiencing divine encounters.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Authority Over Darkness

05:01 Shifting from Escape to Overcoming

10:14 The Role of Repentance in Healing

16:05 The Glorious Bride: Overcoming Victim Mentality

23:44 Rewriting Our Story Through Imagination

30:23 The Subconscious Mind and Spiritual Healing

35:06 Heavenly Encounters and New Realities

40:40 The Call for Righteousness in a Troubled World

Takeaways

• The imagination gate is crucial for creativity and spiritual connection.
• Repentance is a return to a heart-to-heart connection with God.
• Defilements of the imagination can stem from what we behold with our eyes.
• Healing from trauma often requires using imagination to confront rather than escape.
• Spiritual maturity involves shifting from a victim mentality to an overcomer mindset.
• Imagination can be a tool for rewriting personal narratives and healing.
• Experiential knowledge is gained through the senses and is taught by God.
• The New Covenant calls for a higher standard of living through Christ.
• Imagination serves as a doorway to genuine spiritual encounters.
• Living in the dual realms of heaven and earth is possible through imagination.

Keywords

imagination, creativity, spiritual growth, trauma healing, repentance, overcoming, spiritual laws, divine design, heart connection, vision