In this episode of Christian Book Blurb, host Matt McChlery interviews author Kevin Elliott about his book 'See Miracles.' They discuss the definition of miracles, whether miracles still happen today, and the reasons why some prayers for healing may not be answered. Kevin shares stories of miracles he has witnessed in Macedonia and emphasizes the importance of faith and obedience in praying for miracles. They also chat about Kevin's love of coffee and his former days as a DJ and budding rock star.
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Takeaways
- Miracles are defined as doing something with the ability and authority that humans don't normally have.
- Miracles still happen today and are well-documented throughout church history.
- Praying for healing and miracles requires faith and obedience, and the outcome is ultimately up to God.
- Not all prayers for healing are answered, but there are reasons for this, including lack of faith, hidden issues, and God's priorities.
- The success of praying for miracles lies in obedience to God, regardless of the outcome.
- Kevin Elliott has a heart for reaching out to students and inspiring them to get involved in mission work
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor
02:25 Exploring the Definition of Miracles
04:15 Do Miracles Still Happen Today?
05:13 Reasons Why Some Prayers for Healing Are Not Answered
08:36 The Importance of Faith and Obedience in Praying for Miracles
11:22 Mission Work in Macedonia
14:35 Examples of Miracles
18:56 Why are some supernatural events hard to believe?
20:38 What happens if someone doesn't get healed?
26:27 Definition of Success
32:27 Author Background
37:05 What is the Holy Spirit Saying to you?
39:23 Links and Social Media
