Replay: Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion (ft. Susie Larson)

08/08/23 • 58 min

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This episode from the Season called Armored is a must listen! Reagan talks with author, speaker and radio show host Susie Larson, on how we can stand firm in our faith victorious, as the devil prowls around looking for something to devour in our lives.

In a life burdened with challenges, it is common to question God’s purpose for you. You may find yourself confused and bewildered why your life is suddenly taking uneventful turns. But stick firmly to God’s calling because your sense of purpose may actually save you in the future.

In this episode of Revelations Podcast, Reagan had a meaningful discussion with Susie Larson, a best-selling author, and a popular radio host of the show Susie Larson Live. Susie shared how she overcame the fears from her past through a faithful heart and knowing God’s calling for her.

If you want to know how to outlast your life’s challenges with devotion, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:

Be inspired by Susie’s story of faith and devotion toward healing and recovery
Learn why overcoming challenges with God can lead you to your sense of purpose
Know the devil’s intention and how you can outlast it with God’s calling

Resources

Podcast website: therevelationspodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therevelations.podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reagan.kramer

This podcast is sponsored by Advanced Medicine Alternatives

Previous episodes
The Economy of Mercy - Melissa Coleman
Bible Verses: Ephesians 4:27, Ephesians 6:16, 1 Peter 5:8-9, John 10:10, James 4:7
Books: Prevail Devotional by Susie Larson, 2020, This Present Darkness by Frank Perretti
Connect with Susie: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

Episode Highlights

[03:46] A Childhood With God

Ever since she was a kid, Susie always knew God is real but still questioned the accessibility of Jesus
Experiencing a sexual trauma at the age of nine brought confusion and trauma to Susie while growing up

Susie: “When I got up from that, I heard in my ear: I can get to anytime, anywhere and God will never stop me.”

Susie believes that not knowing who you are, kills your time, treasure, and talents given by God.
She began her journey with Christ in eighth grade. A bunch of teens mocking a nun’s lecture on the book of revelation convinced her to start reading the bible.

[09:53] Strengthening Her Faith Despite Challenges

Susie encountered a rough pregnancy and a diagnosis of Lyme disease but God’s miracle always prevailed.
God helped her realize how her deep insecurities are a product of her childhood trauma.
The challenges she encountered after pregnancy such as medical debt are God’s way of showing her the cracks in her foundation as a Christian follower.

[13:05] Redeeming A Sense Of Purpose

Battling Lyme disease while caring for her three little boys revealed her seemingly new faith as a young mom.
While feeling lost and misunderstood, a woman from her church took her case into a prayer room and told her about God’s message about it.

Susie: “The Lord showed me the platform that he’s building with your pain, that you’re going to speak from it and tell others about the faithfulness of God. So lean in and learn everything you can because you’ll have a story to tell after.”

As believers, it is important to not only hold promises within ourselves but to also fight and contend for them to come true.
The enemy’s threat to you is very connected to your threat to him. So teach children how to discern God’s vision for them before the enemy can even blur it.

[18:24] A Daily Fight Through God’s Energy

Susie believes sickness is a way the devil discourages her on a daily basis.
You do not have to feel good to be powerful in the kingdom. Staying encouraged can help meditate on his love and faithfulness
People are prone to wander into sin as equally, they are to wander into self-striving.
Being intimate with God fuels Susie to accomplish her daily goals and tasks.
In a changing world, Susie reminds us of the importance of gettin...

If you want to know how to outlast your life’s challenges with devotion, this episode is for you.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:

Be inspired by Susie’s story of faith and devotion toward healing and recovery
Learn why overcoming challenges with God can lead you to your sense of purpose
Know the devil’s intention and how you can outlast it with God’s calling

Resources

Podcast website: therevelationspodcast.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therevelations.podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reagan.kramer

This podcast is sponsored by Advanced Medicine Alternatives

Previous episodes
The Economy of Mercy - Melissa Coleman
Bible Verses: Ephesians 4:27, Ephesians 6:16, 1 Peter 5:8-9, John 10:10, James 4:7
Books: Prevail Devotional by Susie Larson, 2020, This Present Darkness by Frank Perretti
Connect with Susie: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

Episode Highlights

[03:46] A Childhood With God

Ever since she was a kid, Susie always knew God is real but still questioned the accessibility of Jesus
Experiencing a sexual trauma at the age of nine brought confusion and trauma to Susie while growing up

Susie: “When I got up from that, I heard in my ear: I can get to anytime, anywhere and God will never stop me.”

Susie believes that not knowing who you are, kills your time, treasure, and talents given by God.
She began her journey with Christ in eighth grade. A bunch of teens mocking a nun’s lecture on the book of revelation convinced her to start reading the bible.

[09:53] Strengthening Her Faith Despite Challenges

Susie encountered a rough pregnancy and a diagnosis of Lyme disease but God’s miracle always prevailed.
God helped her realize how her deep insecurities are a product of her childhood trauma.
The challenges she encountered after pregnancy such as medical debt are God’s way of showing her the cracks in her foundation as a Christian follower.

[13:05] Redeeming A Sense Of Purpose

Battling Lyme disease while caring for her three little boys revealed her seemingly new faith as a young mom.
While feeling lost and misunderstood, a woman from her church took her case into a prayer room and told her about God’s message about it.

As believers, it is important to not only hold promises within ourselves but to also fight and contend for them to come true.
The enemy’s threat to you is very connected to your threat to him. So teach children how to discern God’s vision for them before the enemy can even blur it.

[18:24] A Daily Fight Through God’s Energy

Susie believes sickness is a way the devil discourages her on a daily basis.
You do not have to feel good to be powerful in the kingdom. Staying encouraged can help meditate on his love and faithfulness
People are prone to wander into sin as equally, they are to wander into self-striving.
Being intimate with God fuels Susie to accomplish her daily goals and tasks.
In a changing world, Susie reminds us of the importance of gettin...

Previous Episode

Strong Emotions; Strong Faith: A Spiritual Journey (ft. Jon Odom)

The enemy is always trying to find a foothold in our hearts. The paths the enemy can take are many, but one of them is through our strong emotions[1] — such as anger, rage, unforgiveness or despair. But through God and Scripture, we can find our sword and shield to win the spiritual battles in our souls.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jon Odom, Campus Pastor of The Avenue Church. Jon shares his powerful journey of fighting the spiritual war that was being waged in his life where he had demonic encounters and experienced a miraculous healing. Jon talks about how he now helps people process strong emotions in a healthy way, and not in a destructive manner. He also discusses the importance of recognizing these feelings and how they manifest physiologically and biochemically in the body. In addition, Jon talks about how the Scriptures and your spiritual community can help you over come spiritual attacks.

Do you want to learn how to process your strong emotions and fight your spiritual battles? Then, join us in this incredible conversation.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:

Discover how the Scripture and your community can help you battle against spiritual attacks.
Learn how you can go through your strong emotions in a healthy way.
Find out how you can speak truth in love, especially toward challenging people.

Want to be part of what God is doing through the Revelations Podcast? You can contribute here!

Resources

Revelations Podcast:
Website
Instagram
Apple Podcast
Learn about Jon Odom: @jonodom43, https://the-avenue.church/
Strong Negative Emotion Chart
Bible Verses:
2 Cor 10:5-6
1 Samuel 13
1 Peter 5
Matthew 5
2 Cor 12
Philippians 1
Romans 12:21
Gal 1:10
Psalms 73:25
Psalms 16
Psalm 33
Genesis 1
1 John 3:2
Isaiah 43
Isaiah 6
Revelations 1
Revelations 4

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Episode Highlights

[00:02:06] Jon's Moment of Revelation

Jon grew up with a growth deficiency which prevented him from growing properly. He took daily medication to address it, and also prayed to God every night.
His illness affected more than just his growth — it affected several bodily functions. Eventually, his family’s insurance ran out, preventing him from receiving treatment.
This moment was full of strong emotions — specifically anger.
Jon and his mother prayed one final time in a car. According to Jon, God healed him du...

Next Episode

Replay: To Have Faith In God: Forgotten by the World, Remembered by Jesus (ft. JoAnn Doyle)

Many people have found hope, love, peace, and forgiveness in Jesus. It is His light that guides us through the darkness in our lives. However, there are still many out there who haven’t come to have faith in God and Jesus. Despite this, Jesus has not forgotten them. As His believers, we have the opportunity to share with others the truth we found in Christ.

In this episode of the Revelations Podcast, JoAnn Doyle joins us to discuss sharing Christ in the Middle East. JoAnn imparts inspiring stories of women who found faith in Christ and sought to share His light with the people around them.

Join us to learn how we can bravely share the truth, even with those who seem so distant. Listen to this episode just for you!

Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:

Open your hearts to Muslims as you hear their struggles and stories.
Be inspired to have faith in God and the truth of His Word..
Learn how you, as a missionary, can bring Christ into the lives of those around you.

Resources

More from the Revelations Podcast: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast
Women Who Risk: Secret Agents for Jesus in the Muslim World by Tom and JoAnn Doyle: Amazon | Website
Uncharted Ministries: Website | Not Forgotten
Hear more stories on I Found the Truth
Bible Verses:
John 1:1
2 Chronicles 20
John 8:32
Romans 1:16
2 Timothy 2:9

Episode Highlights

[06:25] JoAnn’s Journey

JoAnn was a quiet and shy child who grew up not knowing Jesus.
She first heard the gospel at 16 after struggling with terrifying and evil dreams.
JoAnn married Tom when she was 20. Together, God has taken them around the world to share the love of Christ.

JoAnn: “He is the only one where we can come out of that darkness and into His glorious light. He can take a shy girl, a broken girl, and make her whole. That is what so many Muslim women feel. That they’re back in the darkness, they’re stuck in the shadows, they’re broken, they have no voice. But they come to faith in Christ and he gives them a whole new paradigm shift.”

[08:49] How JoAnn Found Jesus Christ

In the past, JoAnn felt an emptiness, praying to God to help her fill it. Afterward, she experienced multiple scary dreams.
She learned of the gospel through a friend and accepted Jesus. From there, she came to have faith in God. Jesus became a light in the darkness.
Many Muslims are battling demonic forces. Similarly, she realized her dreams were spiritual warfare. Through Christ, they can break free of their hold.

[12:35] Their Calling to the Middle East

Tom was a pastor before he was invited to lead bible tours in Israel. They heeded the call to work in the Middle East.
The tragedy of 9/11 gave them the opportunity to reach out to struggling Muslims.
Many Muslims experienced dreams and visions of Jesus. It is through these visions that they come to know Him as the Savior.
Unfortunately, the Word of God is not prevalent in the Middle East. Illiteracy, access, and fear stop many Muslims from getting to know Christ.

JoAnn: “He pursued each one of us so that we could have not only eternal life in the afterlife after we take our last breath here. But that we could have an abundant life with Him right now, here on Earth.”

[17:30] Going Into the Uncharted

They answered God’s call to go into places difficult to reach. They built churches and stood by the persecuted.
Uncharted is the umbrella ministry, while Not Forgotten is the women’s division.
One day, JoAnn had a vision of Jesus calling her to reach out to Muslim women. These women’s stories showed her the evils they’ve endured.
One o...