AfterTheWell

Summary In this conversation, Joaquin Andujo shares his journey of finding identity in Jesus and the importance of experiencing God's presence. He emphasizes the value of family and community, highlighting the need to build authentic relationships. Joaquin also discusses his frustrations and the search for solutions in the current religious landscape. He emphasizes the need for both revival and reformation and encourages listeners to find their place to be rather than just belong. The conversation concludes with a reminder to embrace one's true identity and purpose in furthering the kingdom of God. The conversation explores the themes of being true to oneself, finding authenticity, the process of deconstruction, Jesus as a model of deconstruction, promoting the School of Ministry, and closing remarks. Takeaways -Give yourself permission to be who you are in this world. -Don't shortchange yourself to fit in with any group or gathering. -Deconstruction can be a positive process if it leads to rebuilding and growth. -Jesus deconstructed the old religious system to build something better.

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In this conversation, Melissa Lapin and Jenni Peters discuss the importance of prayer, trusting God's guidance, and the process of healing and transformation. They share personal experiences of forgiveness, understanding personal responsibility, and the value of being in God's will. They emphasize the need to ask the right questions and have honest conversations with God. The conversation highlights the significance of rest and trust in building a strong relationship with God. In this conversation, Jenni and Melissa discuss the importance of personal responsibility, finding hope in difficult times, maintaining a relationship with God, the role of obedience, and the power of hope. They emphasize the need to embrace personal responsibility and not shy away from discomfort. Jenni shares her experience of finding hope and not losing faith in God, even in the midst of pain and anger. They also discuss the importance of finding moments of quiet and rest to hear God's voice and cultivate trust in Him. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of hope and trust in navigating life's challenges.

Takeaways

Prayer is essential in developing a deep relationship with God. Trusting God's guidance and timing is crucial in navigating life's challenges. Forgiving ourselves and others is necessary for healing and growth. Understanding personal responsibility helps us make better choices and align with God's will. Rest and trust go hand in hand in building a strong relationship with God.

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In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews her friend Kellen about her ministry and the impact of creativity in her community. Kellen shares how her journey with God started when she was 12 or 13 years old and how she found healing and growth through art and music. She talks about the rebranding of her ministry to include her husband and their mission to bring art and music to their community. Kellen also discusses her experiences with Bible art journaling and the prophetic nature of art. She shares a powerful story of using art and music for physical healing during a supernatural school event. Kellyn shares a powerful testimony of how her art was used by God to bring physical healing to a woman with constant pain in her leg. Melissa emphasizes the connection between emotional healing and physical healing, highlighting the impact of our mental state on our bodies. They discuss the importance of creativity in healing and how it is a reflection of our identity as creations of God. They encourage listeners to engage in creative activities as a way to connect with God and experience healing.

Takeaways

• Creativity can bring joy and healing to individuals and communities.
• Art and music can be used as tools for worship, healing, and spiritual growth.
• Bible art journaling can provide a creative and intimate way to engage with scripture.
• The prophetic nature of art allows for personal interpretation and connection with God.
• Art and music have the potential to facilitate physical healing and restoration. Art can be a powerful tool for physical and emotional healing.
• Our mental state and emotions have a significant impact on our physical well-being.
• Creativity is a reflection of our identity as creations of God.
• Engaging in creative activities can help us connect with God and experience healing.

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In this conversation, Melissa Lapin interviews Rod Williams, who shares his journey of faith and the different perspectives he gained from his experiences in various churches and ministries. Rod talks about encountering the love of God through a pastor who made him feel seen and loved. He also discusses his involvement in the Jesus movement and the impact of the charismatic movement on his faith. Rod shares how he experienced a pivotal moment of feeling the presence of God during a difficult time in his life. He emphasizes the importance of being conscious of God's nearness and overcoming shame and guilt. The principal themes of the conversation include the beauty of the body of Christ and working together, the influence of the Holy Spirit, and the importance of embracing both sound doctrine and supernatural experiences. The speakers discuss their personal journeys and encounters with God, highlighting the need to let go of religious and political divisions and embrace love, unity, and individuality within the context of union with God. They emphasize the importance of discerning influences and voices in our lives, focusing on whether they make Jesus bigger or smaller. In this conversation, Rod Williams emphasizes the nearness of God and the unity of the Trinity. He highlights that Jesus is not separate from the Father, but rather, when you see Jesus, you see the Father. Williams challenges the idea that God is distant and angry, and instead presents a loving and merciful God who desires to be close to us. He encourages listeners to focus on Jesus and the Trinity, and to find community and support in their journey of understanding and experiencing God's love.

Takeaways

-Rod Williams shares his journey of faith and the different perspectives he gained from his experiences in various churches and ministries.
-Encountering the love of God through a pastor who made him feel seen and loved was a pivotal moment for Rod.
-The Jesus movement and the charismatic movement had a significant impact on Rod's faith, leading him to experience the goodness of God and see miracles.
-Rod emphasizes the importance of being conscious of God's nearness and overcoming shame and guilt. The body of Christ is beautiful and it is important to work together in unity.
-The Holy Spirit has a powerful influence and can bring about profound encounters with God.
-It is important to embrace both sound doctrine and supernatural experiences.
-Religious and political divisions can hinder our understanding of God and our ability to love others.
-Discerning influences and voices in our lives is crucial, and we should focus on whether they make Jesus bigger or smaller. God is not distant or separate from us; He is near and desires to be close to us.
-When we see Jesus, we see the Father and the Holy Spirit. The Trinity is always present and unified.
-The early fathers and those who were close to Jesus understood that God is good, loving, and for us.
-Fear is not our friend; perfect love casts out fear. We should focus on the love of God and let it cast out our fear.

Melissa spends some time with Gary Pagliaro talking about his experiences with Holy Spirit growing up and they had so much fun, we've had to split it up into episodes. This is Part 1.