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We’re delving into the shadows of religion, embarking on a journey to reclaim our lives from its grasp. We’ll be exploring the topic of the religious spirit, how it can rob us of the life God intends for us, and we’ll take a close look into what it looks like to authentically follow Jesus. Whether you’ve been wounded by religion, are in the process of deconstructing (or reconstructing) your faith, or simply yearn for a church that looks more like Jesus than a dragon, this podcast is for you.
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Slavery and the Dark Side of Religion (with Dr. Kwesi Degraft-Hanson)
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The history of slavery in the United States is well known. But lesser known are the stories of the people who lived under it. Dr. Kwesi Degraft-Hanson, expert on "The Weeping Time," one of the largest slave auctions in U.S. history, joins us for this episode. We talk about the history of slavery and religion as well as the responsibility we have to…
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Sowing For An Awakening (with David Thomas)
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In this episode we go behind the scenes of the Asbury Outpouring, a move of God that spread from a university in a small Kentucky town and touched the world. David Thomas, an eyewitness to this event from the very beginning, offers insight into how to think about revival and awakening and how we can sow seeds for a spiritual awakening in our day. h…
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What's Wrong With Tradition? (with Daniel Jackson)
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Is having traditions a good or bad thing? Guest, Daniel Jackson brings his insightful perspective on how the Church can balance honoring its rich traditions with embracing the new. We discuss the importance of discerning which traditions serve the mission of the Church today and which ones may need reevaluation. Join us as we navigate this complex …
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Taking The Lid Off Of Your Creativity (with Matt Higgins)
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A creative, innovative Church is dangerous to the kingdom of darkness! Matt Higgins sits down to talk about creativity and the Church, and how we can all open the door to creativity in our lives. https://www.doxologycreative.com/ https://origincoffee.bar/ Support the Show. Sign up for email updates and get the FREE E-book "How To Kill A Dragon." ht…
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Women In The Church (with Sherei Lopez Jackson)
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What is the role of women in the Church? What does the Bible really say about women preaching, teaching, and leading? Guest, Sherei Lopez Jackson tackles this topic in this episode of Kill the Dragon. The religious spirit seeks to erect dividing walls in the body of Christ. Some walls are meant to come down. Support the Show. Sign up for email upda…
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Growing up in a religious context can make it harder to know God for who He really is--our "Abba" Father. Our guest, Hope Myers, shares her story of rediscovering the beauty and kindness of God in the midst of tragedy and disappointment. Resource: Abba's Child: The Cry of the Heart for Intimate Belonging https://a.co/d/0tKCrzo Support the Show. Sig…
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How do we walk the way of Jesus and influence the culture? What does that even mean? And how do we navigate the current political climate and represent Jesus well? Our guest, Eric Johnson, answers all the questions about culture and faith in this episode of Kill the Dragon. Support the Show. Sign up for email updates and get the FREE E-book "How To…
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Reconstructing Your Faith (with Jamin Mays)
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We're talking all things deconstruction on today's podcast with Jamin Mays, aka "The Reconstructionist." If you struggle with how to connect and help people who are deconstructing their faith, this podcast is going to give some insight, hope, and answers. Follow Jamin on TikTok: @thereconstructionist_ YouTube: TheReconstructionist Instagram: the_re…
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Confronting Spiritual Abuse In The Church
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What is spiritual abuse and how do you know if you've experienced it? We're exploring a difficult but necessary subject in this episode of Kill the Dragon. In the wake of scandals and secrets being revealed in the global Church, it's time to face the music and move forward in humility, accountability, healing and reconciliation. Support the Show. S…
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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Prophecy (with Micah Usry)
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"God told me to tell you..." Have you ever heard those words from someone? What followed could have been life-changing, encouraging, or maybe even harmful. We're exploring the good and the not so good of the prophetic ministry with special guest, Micah Usry on today's podcast. Follow Micah on Instagram: @healthyprophetic Support the Show. Sign up f…
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Some things look and sound spiritual or godly, but there's something missing. Recognizing the influence of the religious mindset is about recognizing what is missing. *And as promised, here's the recipe for ButterNut Cake! Cake Ingredients: 1 c. butter 2 c. sugar 4 eggs 2 1/2 c. sifted plain flour 1/2 c. self-rising flour 1 Tbs "butter and nut" fla…
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Narcissism In The Church (with Carrie Lloyd)
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Episode 2 - Narcissism In the Church In the wake of a scandals in the global Church, there is an underlying theme that courses through every hidden story coming to light. Guest Carrie Lloyd tackles the truth about narcissism and how it shows up in churches and leadership. Carrie Lloyd is a speaker, coach, and author of numerous books including: "Th…
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Episode 1 - What is the religious spirit? The phrase isn't found in the Bible, but the effects of this "dragon" are all throughout Scripture. We're learning to spot its influence, and to resist and rid our lives of this mindset. If you're up for the challenge, subscribe to the channel so you don't miss a single episode! Let's reclaim our lives from…
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Get ready! It's coming May 1. We're delving into the shadows of religion, embarking on a journey to reclaim our lives from its grasp. We’ll be exploring the topic of the religious spirit, how it can rob us of the life God intends for us, and we’ll take a close look into what it looks like to authentically follow Jesus. Whether you've been wounded b…
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