Best Christus Victor Podcasts (2024)

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The Lordship of The Holy Spirit Pt. 4 1:24:15

3d ago1:24:15

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What is the principal mark of the individual under the lordship of the Holy Spirit? Love! The thing the Holy Spirit does principally above all else is He causes our hearts to be filled with love. A love that has been shed abroad in our hearts and that cannot be extinguished. The Homestead Mobile - September 20th, 2024…

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EP028: Healing from Trauma: Navigating Dissociation and Spiritual Abuse 1:16:58

2d ago1:16:58

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In this episode, Rich and Mel interview Fern and Audrey, who share their work helping survivors of trauma-based mind control, reflecting on their personal experiences and the impact of Dr. Mike Heiser's Divine Council worldview, especially through his books, *The Myth That is True*, *The Facade* and *The Portent*. They explore the complexities of d…

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EP027: Genesis 20-21 & the Relationship between Ismael and Isaac 1:12:17

8d ago1:12:17

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss Genesis 20 and 21, examining the birth of Isaac and the relationship between Ishmael and Isaac. They work through the significance of Ishmael in the biblical narrative, as well as the meaning of the terms 'righteous' and 'election' in the OT. They agree that there is ambiguity surrounding the identity of the d…

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High and Lifted Up 6 - The Atonement: Old Testament Themes 56:49

9d ago56:49

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In this episode of Bible Streams, Chris and Jo sit down with Dr. Gary Schnittjer to explore the profound theme of atonement in the Old Testament. How did God’s plan for redemption take shape in ancient Israel, and what can we learn from it today? Join us as we dig deep into the sacrificial system, covenant theology, and the rich symbolism that fore…

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Belonging, Beholding and Becoming 1:32:01

16d ago1:32:01

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Each week we’re honored to speak to our Union University Mobile students, this teaching is from a recent session. The Homestead Mobile - September 10th, 2024

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EP026: Genesis 19 & the Destruction of Sodom 1:07:29

16d ago1:07:29

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss Genesis 19 and the destruction of Sodom. They explore how a divine council worldview arises directly from the cultural context of the ancient Near East when working through this narrative. They conclude their discussion by thinking through the significance of the Hebrew word 'chesed' and the tragic outcome for…

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Pneumatology and Our Liberation From Preoccupation 1:21:31

23d ago1:21:31

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We are coming to understand that as the Holy Spirit shares with us His obsession with Yeshua, that obsession delivers us from the susceptibility of preoccupation. We become free from preoccupation when we yield to a superior obsession. The Homestead Mobile - September 7th, 2024

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EP025: Genesis 18 & Abraham's Three Heavenly Visitors 1:22:26

24d ago1:22:26

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike explore Genesis 18's story of Abraham and Sarah being told by three messengers that they would soon bear a son to fulfill the promises of God. The biggest shock of the story, of course, will be to hear one of the visitors speak as though he is Yahweh! Ronn and Mike consider the possible options for identifying this me…

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The Grace to be Re-Identified 1:45:51

26d ago1:45:51

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Each week we’re honored to speak to our Union University Mobile students, this teaching is from a recent session. The Homestead Mobile - September 3rd, 2024

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Scandalous Mercy 1:36:19

1M ago1:36:19

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In John 8, Jesus is giving us a window into what a measure of mercy looks like that is so scandalous that even early church fathers would debate on whether this story should be included. We’re being invited into not only accepting this radical mercy, but we’re being invited to operate in this level of scandalous mercy! The Homestead Mobile - August…

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Episode 12: Kingdom Conversations 1:34:01

1M ago1:34:01

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In this episode of Kingdom Conversations, we take a deep dive into a discussion about Trans-Generational Consciousness and how that perspective frames how we view both life and ministry.

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The Absolute Defeat of The Adversary 1:38:40

1M ago1:38:40

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Jesus has forever reversed the fall of Adam. Eternally defeating the enemy. Yet, religion uses the blood of Jesus as a bandaid to keep us from eternal torment. The blood of Jesus is you being regenerated in such a way that you take the life of Jesus as the principle model of what a new human being should look like. The Homestead Mobile - August 20t…

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High and Lifted Up 5 - The Atonement: Exemplary 49:33

1M ago49:33

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The saving work of Jesus is central to the Christian faith. But how does it actually work? The subject of the Atonement has been wrestled with for millennia, theologians trying to make sense of the many ways that scripture explains the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus. How does this God-man's existence translate to eternal salvation…

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EP024: Christus Victor and the Divine Council: A Church's Journey in Palmdale, CA 1:48:39

1M ago1:48:39

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In this episode, Rich and Mel interview Pastor Anthony Delgado of Palmdale Church, California, who dives deep into the transformative power of Dr. Michael Heiser's Divine Council worldview and its impact on his predominantly Hispanic, working-class congregation. Anthony shares how his church has woven this theology into their structure, striking a …

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Christus Victor Pt. 3 1:25:13

2M ago1:25:13

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The revelation of the victory of Jesus reveals to us that his victory is inside the truth that He has saved the world. The way that Jesus has saved the world is not in a repeated prayer. Rather it is in the repairing of our image of the Father. Jesus is precisely what the Father has to say about Himself. In this understanding we see Christus Victor…

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High and Lifted Up 4 - The Atonement: Recapitulation 43:09

2M ago43:09

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The saving work of Jesus is central to the Christian faith. But how does it actually work? The subject of the Atonement has been wrestled with for millennia, theologians trying to make sense of the many ways that scripture explains the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus. How does this God-man's existence translate to eternal salvation…

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EP023: Genesis 17 & the Covenant of Ishmael 1:19:46

2M ago1:19:46

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss Genesis 17 and the story of Ishmael. They explore the possibility that Ishamel made a covenant with a divine being other than Yahweh, even a god disloyal to Yahweh. They discuss the theological and historical implications of this view, particularly in relation to the rise of Muslim tradition and its attachment…

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Christus Victor Pt. 2 1:07:39

2M ago1:07:39

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Victory has already been given and it’s just waiting on you and I to unwrap the bow to what Jesus has so effectively paid for. The Lordship of the Holy Spirit has paved the way to become more obsessed with Jesus and allowed us to be more convinced of the revelation of the victory of Jesus. The Homestead Mobile - August 2nd, 2024…

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EP022: Genesis 16 and the Angel of the Lord 1:07:50

2M ago1:07:50

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss Genesis 16 and the being known as "the Angel of the Lord." They begin by acknowledging that differences of opinion will be common when dealing with the word 'angel,' the transliteration of a Latin word appearing in the Wycliffe Bible of the 14th century. Ronn argues that 'angel' does not accurately represent t…

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Christus Victor 1:15:18

2M ago1:15:18

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We must now preach Jesus big enough that we begin to recognize that He did not come to put a bandaid on mankind's dysfunction. He came to redeem the innocence that was forfeited through the fall of Adam. The Homestead Mobile - July 26th, 2024

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EP021: Genesis 15 and the Land Promise 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike conclude their study of Genesis 15. Their topics of conversation include the meaning of righteousness and its connection to loyalty and promise-keeping in the story of Abraham. They also consider the significance of the land promise as the early patriarchs understood it and how it evolves throughout the biblical narra…

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High and Lifted Up 3 - The Atonement: Substitution 1:03:36

3M ago1:03:36

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The saving work of Jesus is central to the Christian faith. But how does it actually work? The subject of the Atonement has been wrestled with for millennia, theologians trying to make sense of the many ways that scripture explains the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus. How does this God-man's existence translate to eternal salvation…

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EP020: Transforming Perspectives: From Church Teachings to Real-World Impact 1:31:57

3M ago1:31:57

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Step into a world where the supernatural intersects with everyday life. In this episode, Mel is once again joined with co-host, Rich, as they interview Pastor Jim Bergen from Flatirons Community Church, Boulder, CO, and delve into the journey of his awakening to a worldview shaped by the Divine Council and its profound impact on our reality. Imagin…

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Efficaciousness 1:25:42

3M ago1:25:42

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You and I are neither called nor designed to finish the already finished work of Christ. However, we are most certainly called and designed to live life so filled and led by the Holy Spirit, that we partner with the Spirit to ensure that the consequences and intentions of the finished work of Christ are both realized as well as brought to their mos…

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Emancipated From Decay 1:10:26

3M ago1:10:26

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Emancipation from our agreement and subsequent partnership with our slavery to decay, is a crucial revelation required for us to manifest heaven's design for a victorious and indeed glorious eschatology. We can no longer reconcile being in His image while remaining slaves to decay. The Homestead Mobile - July 5th, 2024…

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Grace for the Lean 1:02:51

3M ago1:02:51

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In the scripture we find Peter, full of determination and with a pure heart, in the presence of Jesus declaring his unwavering commitment to Him. But only one disciple learned to lean in more deeply, allowing himself to be fascinated rather than determined. John the beloved’s leaning more deeply into the chest of Jesus caused his fascination to tur…

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High and Lifted Up 2 - The Atonement: Christus Victor 47:11

3M ago47:11

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The saving work of Jesus is central to the Christian faith. But how does it work? The subject of the Atonement has been wrestled with for millennia, theologians trying to make sense of the many ways that scripture explains the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus. How does this God-man's existence translate to eternal salvation for huma…

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EP019: Genesis 15 and Abraham's Loyalty 1:05:15

3M ago1:05:15

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss the concept of Abraham's righteousness as won through his allegiance to Yahweh in the story of Genesis 15. They explore the idea of believing loyalty (Hebrew, aman) and how it is often misunderstood in evangelical circles when defining the gospel. They highlight the importance of understanding the OT cultural …

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The Grace To Be Who You’ve Always Been 36:51

3M ago36:51

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This special teaching with Matt Brown from The Homestead in Aubrey, Texas was spoken at our recent Camp Ascend gathering. Grace isn’t only forgiveness of sins, it’s holy empowerment. It’s empowerment to be authentically who you are and who you could never be apart from grace. Camp Ascend - June 20th, 2024…

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The Perils of Being Driven by the Wrong Winds 1:29:39

4M ago1:29:39

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The truth of the matter is the kingdom man should never know what it's like to be driven toward anything. Slaves are driven, sons are led. You and I, as sons, were not designed to be driven by a cause, rather we were designed to be led by the wind of the Spirit. The Homestead Mobile - June 7th, 2024

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EP018: Genesis 14: Melchizedek & The God Most High 1:07:16

4M ago1:07:16

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In this episode Ronn and Mike discuss the meeting of Abraham and Melchizedek in Genesis 14, even considering whether this kind of story supports the idea of divine portals or “heavenly gates” in the biblical narrative (Gen 12:8; 13:4; 28:11-12; 35:7). Most interesting to this story, of course, is their joint realization that they worshipped the sam…

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New Covenant and New Government 1:06:29

4M ago1:06:29

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Before we get the contrast of the Spirit and flesh late in Romans, we first get the contrast of Spirit and the law. Early in Romans, the Apostle Paul teaches us how to move out of the law and into grace. This teaching helps us understand that movement into the new is not possible without movement away from the old. The new is a covenant that is cre…

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EP017: Genesis 12 & 13: Undoing the Covenants of Babel 1:06:53

4M ago1:06:53

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike recommend that Genesis 12 and 13—the story of Abraham beginning to worship Yahweh while rejecting his tribal gods of Babylon—sets the framing story for the Bible as a whole. These early narratives are not concerned with sin and forgiveness, in other words, nor even the expectation of a Messiah. They instead answer the…

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Episode 11: Kingdom Conversations 2:21:21

4M ago2:21:21

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In this episode of Kingdom Conversations, we go live into the Q&A session from our June 2024 Under The Oaks gathering. Under the Oaks - June 8th, 2024

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