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What does it truly mean to be a Christian? It's a deceptively simple question that quickly cuts to the heart of faith. Many people identify as Christians while missing the essence of what following Jesus entails.

The Coffee Talk series tackles this fundamental question by stripping away cultural Christianity to reveal authentic faith. The word "Christian" itself means "follower of Christ" – not just someone who intellectually agrees with certain doctrines or attends religious services. True Christianity begins with believing Jesus is God's Son who died and rose again, but extends far beyond mental assent into daily surrender and obedience. It's about direction rather than perfection.

When someone genuinely follows Jesus, they experience spiritual rebirth. This isn't mere behavior modification but heart transformation where the Holy Spirit creates something entirely new within. A Christian repents of sin, pursues holiness, and walks by the Spirit rather than fleshly desires. They become connected to other believers as part of Christ's body, serving and growing together in community. Most importantly, authentic faith produces visible fruit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control developing over time.

Whether you've been a believer for years or are still searching, this episode invites you to examine what following Jesus truly means. Is your faith producing fruit or just words? Are you living as though Jesus is Lord or merely a helpful addition to your life? Join us for an honest conversation about moving beyond religious culture into genuine relationship with Christ. Share this episode with someone looking to deepen their faith journey, and connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube for more encouragement!

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What if the most ancient book still holds the most relevant truths for today? Welcome to a candid exploration of the Bible's credibility and significance in our skeptical, noisy world.

We're diving straight into the challenging question many believers and seekers face: Is the Bible truly God's word, and can we trust it? This isn't just theological curiosity—it's the bedrock question that determines how we navigate life, faith, and truth in a world overflowing with competing voices.

The evidence might surprise you. From the remarkable manuscript preservation (over 5,800 Greek New Testament manuscripts) to the mathematical impossibility of Jesus fulfilling hundreds of specific Old Testament prophecies by chance, the Bible's reliability stands on solid historical ground. Consider how 40+ authors across three continents, spanning 1,500 years, produced a single, coherent narrative about God's redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. That's not coincidence—it's divine inspiration.

But reliability only matters if it's relevant. While TikTok therapists and trending podcasts offer fleeting wisdom, Scripture addresses the timeless questions at the core of our humanity: Who am I? What's my purpose? Where will I find true hope? As Rebecca shares, "You don't need a trending podcast to tell you how to live. You need the voice of the one who made you."

Whether you're questioning Scripture's authority, rediscovering its power, or seeking deeper understanding, this episode offers thoughtful insights without judgment. We conclude with four reflective questions to help you examine your relationship with the Bible and practical next steps for engaging with God's living word. Faith comes by hearing the word of Christ—will you listen?

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We explore the biblical reality of demons as active spiritual entities, not fictional metaphors, that work against God's people. Understanding their nature, tactics, and the authority believers have through Christ empowers us to recognize spiritual warfare without falling into fear.

• Demons are the disembodied spirits of Nephilim seeking hosts to influence and oppress
• Scripture repeatedly shows Jesus confronting and casting out demons throughout his ministry
• Modern demonic activity often works through false teachings, fear, addiction, and entertainment glorifying darkness
• Pharmakia (the Greek word for sorcery) connects substance use with opening spiritual doorways
• Fascinating parallels exist between parasitic infections and demonic oppression
• Born-again believers cannot be possessed but can still experience spiritual oppression
• Christians have authority through Christ to resist demonic influence
• Standing firm requires truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, God's Word and prayer

If this episode gave you insight, encouragement or clarity, share it with a friend. For more foundational teaching on spiritual warfare, check out episodes 3-6, and episode 138 on Satan's reality. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook @theRadiantMission or on YouTube by searching for Rebecca Twomey.

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