Faith Lessons Joey Sandlin

Seven Methods God Uses to Heal

Welcome to a new episode of Faith Lessons. Today, we explore the healing power of God, diving deep into the seven methods of healing as explained in the scriptures. From personal experiences to anecdotes, we aim to deepen your understanding of how God uses faith, prayer, miracles, and more to bring forth healing. Embark on this spiritual journey with us and strengthen your belief in God's undying promise of healing.In this episode, we unravel the significance of faith through instances from the Bible, such as Jesus's miraculous encounter with the barren fig tree. Engage with us as we discuss seven scripts emphasizing healing through faith, with special focus on Mark 11:24, reinforcing the power of prayer and enduring faith.Unveil the true essence of faith with our study of unusual or special miracles, particularly as explained in Acts chapter 19. Join the enlightening discussions about the significance of personal prayers, God's various healing modalities, and the unwavering belief that healing springs from God's love.The journey further delves into the power of daily prayers, affirmations for healing, and the crucial role God's word plays in our healing. With a firm belief in God's will to heal us, we explore biblical histories to affirm that God indeed desires our healing. This episode serves as an emphatic affirmation of God's unwavering commitment to our well-being.In concluding this episode, we lead you through a prayer session for healing, strengthening, and restoration. Our compelling discussion is a must-listen for anyone seeking physical healing, spiritual encouragement, or faith strengthening. Imbibe the profound truth that healing is not merely a possibility; it's a divine promise.

Victory Over The Desert!

Welcome to an enlightening episode of 'Faith Lessons', a show that explores faith's transformative power. Delving into practical lessons from the Bible, we discuss how faith can lead us to victory despite life's hardest trials. With personal anecdotes, biblical teachings, and invaluable insights, we learn about faith's crucial role in navigating life's adversities.Starting with the host's personal battle with leukemia, we gain insights into how faith can offer a refreshing perspective on life. We also explore how challenges, much like a desert journey, serve as a proving ground for our faith, showing our true commitment to God. The episode further emphasizes the profound difference salvation can make, while handing out valuable strategies for maintaining spiritual fervor.Moving toward the importance of combat reactions during adversities, we explore the story of Ms. Becky. Her tale of unwavering faith despite the harshest trials offers listeners a stirring illustration of faith's immense power. We encourage you to find solace in faith, seeing trials as opportunities for spiritual growth rather than only hardships.Touching upon the concept of endurance, we delve into Deuteronomy 8:2, exploring how trials can fortify our identities, reveal our hearts' truth, prepare us for victory, and purify our motives. We stress the importance of obedience, resilience, contentment, and staying strong in faith, through severe tests in our life.Finally, focusing on the power of perseverance, we illuminate how maintaining faith can overcome life's deepest trials. We guide our listeners on keeping a victorious outlook, claiming healing, and maintaining prosperity despite adversities. Through personal anecdotes of struggles with severe illness and isolation, we demonstrate faith's potential in turning around life's hardest challenges.Embark on this journey of overcoming adversities and surfacing victorious by relying on faith, prayer, and a positive outlook. Learn to stand firm in faith even during severe trials. This episode serves as a testament to every individual's inherent strength and the transformative power of faith.

Unleashing Spiritual Growth by Intercessory Prayer

Join Joey Sandlin and seasoned intercessor Ms. Bonnie as they journey into the profound realm of intercessory prayer in this inspiring conversation. Explore its incredible impact on individuals, communities, and nations as Ms. Bonnie shares her insightful experiences and the importance of faith, praying in tongues, and collaborating with the Holy Spirit during intercession.Rediscover the often overlooked role of intercessors in ministry. Joey Sandlin appreciates the cover provided by Ms. Bonnie's prayers over three decades, revealing how intercessors help overcome numerous challenges. Be inspired by their belief in intercession's pivotal role in fulfilling God's purposes on earth, making significant changes, and paving the way for revival and transformation.Experience the contagious courage of Ms. Bonnie as she encourages believers to tap into the impossible through intercessory prayer. Her journey seeks to inspire others to rise and harness the power of intercession as a strategic tool against evil and for enhancing the Kingdom of God. Whether you are an experienced intercessor or a novice, this enlightening conversation will stir your faith and challenge you to step up your prayer life for personal spiritual growth and the betterment of the world around you.Listen and learn from personal testimonies of battling unseen spiritual forces and the crucial role of prayer in overcoming life's battles. Understand the importance of nurturing individuals gifted in intercession and learn how to avoid common pitfalls in leading prayer groups. Reflect on the need for trust and confidentiality within the intercessory ministry and embracing the essential role of intercessors for spiritual growth and victory in spiritual warfare.Explore the significance of youth involvement in the powerful movement of God, and understand the responsibilities of church leadership roles. As interceders, we unveil Heaven's revelations, equipping us to guide others effectively in their spiritual journey. Finally, unravel misconceptions of seeking leadership titles, realizing that our true spiritual identity should not be defined by titles, but by our connection to God.Dive into the empowering experience of intercession, unlocking a more profound connection with the divine. Discover practical advice for enriching your personal prayer life, fostering a prayer life that encapsulates wisdom, revelation, and power. Welcome an exciting spirit-filled adventure in every interaction and be prepared to embrace transformation and a deeper understanding of your faith.

Igniting the Spark for the New Spiritual Generation

Welcome to "Faith Lessons," a spiritual teaching platform where we explore the gospel of Jesus Christ in relation to daily life. We emphasize the aspect of victorious living Christianity offers, empowering you to weather life's storms and rise above circumstances intended to derail your spiritual journey.In this episode, we draw out valuable life lessons from Jeremiah 1:17-18, highlighting the importance of being not just spiritual fortresses, but pillars standing firm in the face of worldly challenges. In this era where conformity has become the norm, we encourage believers to stand out, reflecting God's power, love, and hope at all levels.We delve into the necessity for intentional spiritual disciplines to foster a more devoted relationship with God. Therefore, we discuss the importance of prayer, fasting, regular scripture reading, and active participation in a faith community as ways to seek God fervently. We emphasize how such a burning desire for deep connection with God allows the Holy Spirit to work in and through us.However, we note that the desire to serve God should be followed by a firm commitment, which includes the sacrifice of personal desires and complete surrender to God. Highlighting the value of behavioural authenticity, we affirm that maintaining a life characterized by moral uprightness and purity of intentions makes us effective vessels in God's hands. But remember, the key to this journey is obedience, without which, we become vulnerable to negativity.We also underscore how leading a holy life can be cultivated through continued integrity, ceaseless prayer, and preparedness for God’s use. We also encourage the discontinuation of harmful relationships, adopting healthy habits, resisting temptation, and agonizing over sacrifices for the greater good. This episode certainly reiterates essential 'Faith Lessons' on living victoriously through God's word.Lastly, we stress our nation's desperate need for spiritual revival, using the 'Eclipse’ metaphor as an illustration. Our goal is to inspire you to live dedicated to expanding God's kingdom and influencing future generations positively. Tune in for this spiritually invigorating discussion!

Unpacking the Power of Integrity in Faith and Life

In this deeply introspective episode of 'Faith Lessons', pastor Joey Sandlin resonates with listeners about the importance of maintaining godly integrity amidst life's uncertainties. Using evocative anecdotes and biblical wisdom, Sandlin emphasizes how essential traits such as honesty and trustworthiness lead to a triumphant life in both spiritual and physical realms.The sermon explores the significance of having a strong moral character, a trait firmly rooted in truthfulness and honesty. Sandlin underscores the destructive effect of lies and deception and presents the powerful truth as the ultimate foundation of a strong life. He further emphasizes that integrity should resonate in every aspect of life, from preaching to attending church, from engaging with family to wider society. This episode also touches on the value of integrity in the workplace. Drawing teachings from the biblical story of Joseph, Sandlin encourages listeners to fulfill their duties diligently and uphold authority with utmost respect and responsibility.Furthermore, Sandlin delves into the essence of practicing kindness, compassion, and respect in our social interactions as an expression of our inner integrity. He reminds listeners of the significance of making and keeping promises, fostering trust, reliability, and fortifying our integrity.Despite acknowledging the inevitability of human error, Sandlin underscores the importance of repentance and making amends, considering it critical in nurturing integrity. He offers profound insights on how individuals can use integrity as a guiding light in navigating the U-turns of life, always striving for righteousness and continuous self-improvement.

Overcoming Church Hurt & Managing Betrayals

Welcome to a riveting episode of Faith Lessons focusing on overcoming Church hurt and navigating the treacherous waters of betrayal. Our discourse kicks off with an examination of disappointment from attending church and explores the dynamics of managing expectations to reduce hurt. We discuss the value of treasuring friendship, loving oneself, and fostering long-lasting relationships through the insightful teachings of Lester Summerall.Further, we tackle the 'Judas Syndrome', identifying the fear of betrayal and guiding on how to build resilience through trust in God and maturity in faith. Drawing from biblical verses, we shed light on the gift of friendship and the art of managing betrayal while emphasizing that our divine purpose is unfazed by people’s differing responses.Navigating the topic of human relationships, we dive into the aftermath of betrayal in church environments, helping you understand the essence of staying committed to your calling irrespective of people’s actions. This segment challenges you to rise above the ‘Judas Syndrome’, harnessing difficult experiences as stepping stones to a higher divine purpose.Our exploration deepens into the art of resilience, forgiveness, and maintaining a pastor's heart amidst betrayal and hurt. Essential life lessons on love, acceptance, and caution against reopening old wounds are brought to light, taking us on a journey into the challenging aspects of human relationships, handling betrayals, and staying unbroken despite life's hurdles.In our final segment, we iterate the significance of forgiveness, gratitude, love, and acceptance as means to manage hurt and move forward. Providing biblical context to these life-changing lessons, forgiveness is highlighted as a significant lifestyle choice. Our session wraps up with insights on maintaining faith through difficulty and an invitation to future valuable faith lessons.

A Deep look into Fasting For Spiritual Growth and Victory

In this richly insightful episode of Faith Lessons, we embark on a journey to explore the potent impact of fasting on spiritual growth. We draw upon foundational biblical teachings and explore how faith, bolstered by fasting and prayer, equips us to stand firm against every adversity.Our discussions traverse beyond mere religious semantics. We undo common misconceptions about fasting, spotlight its role in personal transformation, and expound how it channels God's favor and empowerment in life’s battles. Furthermore, we examine fasting's pivotal position in ordaining church leaders.Our conversation intrepidly dives into the heart of prayer and spirituality, guided by biblical principles and narratives from the lives of spiritual icons. We unpack the transformational potency of fasting, as demonstrated by Jesus in Luke 4:13-14, and the spiritual disciplines adopted by great religious figures.Apart from empowering spiritually sound decision-making, we illuminate the other myriad benefits of fasting, such as intensifying our focus in prayer, fostering a yearning to know God better, and facilitating divine revelations. Our discussions culminate in underlining fasting's role in breaking cyclical behavioral patterns and increasing our control over earthly appetites.We also touch upon the dangers of subscribing to flawed moral systems and the destructive repercussions of sinful behavior. In contrast, we advocate for the path of righteousness illuminated by Biblical doctrines and steadfast commitment to honesty and moral rectitude.Ahead, you can look forward to an in-depth analysis of The Kiss of Judas, a significant event in the Biblical narrative with profound spiritual implications. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of the Scriptures and fortify your spiritual walk.

Unveiling Powerful Laws for Victorious Living

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Embark on a spiritual journey with this episode of our podcast series, Faith Lessons. We take a dive into God's Word, revealing deep spiritual mysteries in Luke 6:36-38, and discuss the unparalleled power of faith in daily life. Learn the importance of three spiritual laws: embodying mercy, resisting  judgment, and honoring parents - keys to a victorious life through Christ. Understand the unconditional necessity of these laws despite our varying degrees of faith.
We further analyze the distinctions between man-made, natural, and God's laws, emphasizing the supreme importance of the latter due to their unchanging, absolute nature. We utilise the Biblical story of King David to illustrate how adherence to God’s laws offer strength and lead to abundant blessings and victories. We also touch upon modern familial relationships and the repercussions of not honoring one’s parents.
Next, we challenge societal norms and advocate for the grace of God over judgment. Through a powerful narrative, we underscore the transformative role of the church and highlight the immediate impact of spiritual transformations. We conclude with an up-close look at the inescapable law of sowing and reaping, and the onus on us to sow good seeds of kindness, generosity, and mercy. This episode is a moving exploration of spiritual truths and a reminder of God's omnipresent guidance in our lives.

Understanding Abundance & Jesus' Role as our High Priest

Welcome to a captivating episode of "Faith Lessons," where we seek to empower ourselves to stand strong in the face of adversity, remaining centred in life's tumultuous storms and aligning with the triumphant lifestyle God intends us to embody. This episode intimately explores the concept of abundance as depicted in the Book of John, highlighting God's divine tools for ensuring our faith stands unwaveringly against evil's challenges.Discover how Jesus never abandons us in our trials, acting instead as our tireless advocate who continually intervenes for our benefit. Learn insights on how Jesus caters to our needs, bringing assurance, provision, and uplifting reassurances throughout our unique journeys. Understand the important role of maintaining resilient spirits in enduring and overcoming life's trials and tribulations, with a spotlight on Christ's critical role as our steadfast High Priest.Delving into the mysteries of our faith, this episode reveals the enlightening reality that our real suffering often arises from the anticipation or fear of facing trials, rather than the trials themselves. This episode serves to educate us on the essential role of positivity, resilience, and the personal relationship we nurture with our Creator. These diligently presented reminders fortify our faith, enhance our understanding of Jesus' divine role on our behalf, and empower us to rise victoriously over life's battles.Further unfolding the narrative, this episode illuminates God's work in the darkest scenes of our lives, reinforcing the idea that suffering, trials, and even persecution are platforms for growth, leading ultimately to triumph and elevation in life. Dwelling on scriptures and personal reflections, the episode emphasizes consistent expressions of love and gratitude towards God. It encourages delivery of awe-filled worship, profound faith, and trust to the divine High Priest, clearing the way for divine intervention and providence in our journey.Finally, this episode dives deeply into understanding the unparalleled role of Jesus. It covers the purity of His life, His death, and resurrection for our trespasses, underlining the divine reconciliation He attained for us through His sacrifice. The episode also sheds light on Jesus' role as our spiritual advocate, guaranteeing our salvation and pitching for us in times of shortfall. As we turn our lives over to Jesus and embrace the purification offered by His sacrificial blood, we gain a powerful advocate who guides us steadily into heaven and towards eternal victory.

Finding Tranquility and Satisfaction in Faith

Welcome to another enriching chapter of "Faith Lessons," where we delve into applying Bible doctrine for a victorious life amidst life's trials. This episode lays emphasis on the essentiality of a strong foundational understanding of your faith to withstand life's challenges. Centered around the powerful symbolism of the Lord as our shepherd in Psalm 23, we unearth profound truths. It’s these truths that permit us to face adversities and transcend death with God's peace deeply embedded within us.Our spiritual journey's leadership, our chosen pastors, plays a crucial role in guiding us through these complex cycles of life. Like sheep feeding on their shepherd’s teachings, we too are nurturers consuming teachings of our chosen spiritual leaders. Hence, aligning with leaders bearing good fruit in line with the Scriptures becomes essential.Being believers, our journey is about submission to God completely, making Him our shepherd. We explore our dependency on God’s Word, His guidance and commandments that positions us to live in His divine will grants us access to the right spiritual sustenance.The speaker shares impactful insights about relating to ourselves as fragile creatures, like sheep, dependent on God as our shepherd. Acknowledging our vulnerabilities and dependencies on God’s grace for survival and existence, the understanding of our fragility compared to our strength through Christ’s benevolence is explored.We dive into the belief that all abilities, accomplishments, health, intellect, and all positive attributes are directly and inescapably linked to God’s divine intervention. And with this belief, we're urged to consistently give God the glory for the milestones we reach and victories we celebrate. Using the metaphor of finding peace and restoration in 'green pastures', our spiritual connection with God is likened to tranquil and nourishing pastures that comfort and soothe our souls. This reformative peace is acquired through prayer, meditation, and the quiet moments spent in the presence of God.To conclude, the speaker passionately reiterates the absolute need for God for true peace and fulfilment in life, asserting if we have God, we have everything we need. In our journey towards a fulfilling life, he stresses making God our primary desire, with materialistic needs taking a backseat, thereby, residing under the wholesome guidance of the Good Shepherd.Using the metaphor of a shepherd disciplining and comforting his sheep with his rod and staff, this episode demonstrates how the Heavenly Father disciplines and comforts those he loves. We are encouraged to perceive hardships in life, not as signs of God's indifference, but as proof of His love and investment in our growth. Join us on this journey of faith, and allow God to play His role as your Good Shepherd, transforming your trials into triumphs, and guiding you onto a path of spiritual victory.