Summary

In this conversation, Ryan and Sean discuss the importance of not dwelling on the past and instead focusing on moving forward in Christ. They reference Philippians 3, where Paul encourages believers to forget what is behind and press on toward the goal of knowing Christ. They emphasize that our righteousness comes from faith in Jesus, not from our own achievements or failures. They also touch on the Trinity, explaining that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are inseparable and eternal. They address questions about the Trinity by pointing to various scriptures that testify to the triune nature of God. Finally, they explore the concept of Christ's submission to the Father in 1 Corinthians 15, seeing it as an act of love and reverence.

In this conversation, Ryan and Sean discuss the deity of Christ, the assurance of salvation, and the response to God's grace. They emphasize that Jesus is God and that His sacrifice on the cross is sufficient for the forgiveness of sins. They also highlight the role of the Holy Spirit in testifying to our adoption as children of God. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how to receive salvation and how to live a life that honors God.

Keywords

moving forward, past, Philippians 3, righteousness, faith, Trinity, Father, Son, Holy Spirit, submission, deity of Christ, assurance of salvation, response to grace, forgiveness of sins, Holy Spirit, adoption, salvation, Christian life

Takeaways

• Don't let the enemy pull you into dwelling on the past; focus on moving forward in Christ.
• Our righteousness comes from faith in Jesus, not from our own achievements or failures.
• The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are inseparable and eternal, testifying to the triune nature of God.
• Christ's submission to the Father in 1 Corinthians 15 is an act of love and reverence. Jesus is God and His sacrifice on the cross is sufficient for the forgiveness of sins.
• The Holy Spirit testifies to our adoption as children of God.
• Salvation is a gift of God's grace and cannot be earned or maintained by our own efforts.
• Believing in Jesus and receiving the Holy Spirit is the first step towards salvation.
• Living a godly life is a response to God's grace and a way to honor Him.
• God desires all people to be reconciled to Him and offers salvation to anyone who believes in Jesus.

Sound Bites

• "Not letting the enemy pull us into thinking about the past, not looking in the rearview mirror when that's not the direction we're going, we're moving forward."
• "Forgetting those things which are behind, which are in my past, which are in the rearview mirror."
• "The Lord will bring people into your life that can support you with where he has you in your walk right now."
• "Wonderful counselor, the mighty God."
• "He foreknew us as sons."
• "Salvation is not something that we could earn or merit or deserve or maintain ourselves."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections

06:18 The Source of Our Righteousness: Faith in Jesus

12:53 The Mystery of the Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

26:11 The Role of the Holy Spirit

32:38 The Power of the Blood of Jesus

Summary

In this conversation, Ryan and Franco discuss the importance of studying and relying on the Word of God. They emphasize the need to read and study the Bible, particularly the King James version, to gain wisdom and understanding. They also highlight the importance of interpreting the Bible correctly and not relying solely on human interpretations.

The conversation then shifts to the topic of intrusive thoughts and anxiety, with Franco providing verses that encourage casting down imaginations and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ. They emphasize that nothing is impossible with God and that relying on Him can help overcome mental health struggles. In this conversation, Franco and Ryan discuss the topic of intrusive thoughts and how to combat them using the Word of God.

They explore the order of thoughts and the importance of discerning which thoughts are from God and which are from the enemy. They analyze the encounter between Jesus and the devil in the wilderness, highlighting the pattern of the devil attacking with doubt immediately after God speaks. They also emphasize the power of using scripture to combat intrusive thoughts and the importance of casting all worries and anxieties upon God.

Keywords

Bible, Word of God, King James version, study, interpretation, wisdom, understanding, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, mental health, reliance on God, intrusive thoughts, combat, Word of God, discernment, order of thoughts, doubt, scripture, worries, anxieties

Takeaways

• Studying and relying on the Word of God is essential for gaining wisdom and understanding.
• Interpreting the Bible correctly is important, and the King James version is recommended for serious study.
• Intrusive thoughts and anxiety can be overcome by casting down imaginations and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.
• Nothing is impossible with God, and relying on Him can help overcome mental health struggles. Discerning the source of thoughts is crucial in combating intrusive thoughts. Whatever thought comes first is usually from God.
• The devil often attacks with doubt immediately after God speaks. His goal is to deceive and create uncertainty.
• Jesus sets an example for dealing with intrusive thoughts by responding with scripture and not veering from the truth.
• Worrying adds nothing to our lives and is not productive. We can cast all our worries and anxieties upon God.
• Knowing the Word of God and understanding proper context is essential in discerning the enemy's misuse of scripture.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Franco's Teaching Method

33:00 Bridge to the Topic: Intrusive Thoughts

43:11 The Pattern of Intrusive Thoughts

56:10 Casting Worries and Anxieties upon God

Summary

In this episode, Ryan and Franco discuss the theme of faith over fear. They share their personal experiences with battling the spirit of fear and emphasize the importance of relying on God's Word to combat fear.

They explore the battlefield of the mind and the need to cast down vain imaginations. The power of faith is highlighted, and practical steps for cultivating faith are discussed. The episode concludes with a prayer for faith and courage.

Takeaways

• Fear is not from God and can be overcome through faith.
• The battlefield of the mind is where fear takes hold, and it is important to cast down vain imaginations.
• Faith comes by hearing the Word of God, and it is through faith that we are saved.
• Trusting in God and His promises brings peace and courage.
• Prayer is a powerful tool for strengthening faith and overcoming fear.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Theme

00:43 Exposing the Spirit of Fear

03:22 The Battlefield of the Mind

04:07 Trusting in Christ, Not Our Own Understanding

05:19 Casting Down Vain Imaginations

06:27 Bringing Every Thought into Captivity

07:47 Confidence in God's Work

09:16 Resisting Fear and Standing in Faith

10:14 Identifying Fear and Cultivating Faith

13:46 Rest and Trust in God

14:17 Contrasting Fear and Faith

16:12 The Power of Faith

25:52 Prayer for Faith and Courage

41:20 Closing and Thanks