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Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)Dream Types - What God Is Really Saying While You SleepWhat if your dreams aren’t random at all?In this episode, Tricia and Murray continue their exploration of dream language by introducing Dream Types — the different ways God speaks to us while we sleep. Dreams are meant to invite us into transformation, and when we understand what kind of dream we’re having, clarity replaces confusion.With over 30 different dream types, today’s episode focuses on the first three foundational categories, giving listeners practical tools to discern what God may be revealing.You’ll discover:• Emotional Healing Dreams — how dreams that revisit p...
2026-02-0128 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)You, Me or the World: How to Tell What Your Dream Is Really AboutHave you ever woken up from a dream and wondered, “Was that about me… someone else… or something bigger?”In this episode, Tricia and Murray continue their deep dive into The Three Rules of Three, helping you discern who a dream is actually about — you, a group of people, or the world.Murray opens with his signature bubbly energy, breaking down the heart of dream interpretation and setting the stage for clarity. Tricia then recaps the first two rules of three, reminding us that dream symbols can be cultural, biblical, or personal (Episode 2: What Kind of Dream W...
2026-01-2636 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)S2 Ep 3 – Back to the Future: Is This Dream About My Past, Present, or Future?In Part 2 of our three-part dream interpretation series on the Three rules of 3, Tricia and Murray continue unpacking The Three Rules of 3, focusing on Rule #2: every dream relates to your past, present, or future.After a brief recap of Rule #1 from Episode 2, the conversation turns to how understanding when a dream is speaking can bring clarity and prevent misinterpretation. Murray explains how dreams connected to the past often highlight unresolved issues or long-standing patterns God is inviting us to address.Tricia then welcomes guest Bruce Warren to the show, where together they...
2026-01-1926 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)S2 Ep 2 – What Kind of Dream Was That? Understanding the Language of Your DreamsHave you ever woken up from a dream and thought, “What kind of dream was that?” This episode launches a three-part series designed to help you understand how dreams communicate and how to begin interpreting them with clarity and confidence.In Part 1, Tricia and Murray lay the foundation by exploring the language of dreams—because dreams speak in symbols, stories, and metaphors, not literal sentences.Tricia shares Bruce’s dream, one he initially believed was prophetic but later realized was a counseling dream, highlighting why identifying the type and language of a dream is essential before i...
2026-01-1228 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)25 - Preparing your Heart for 2026 - Discerning God’s Heart for the Season AheadAs we close out 2025, Tricia and Murray invite you into a reflective and hope-filled conversation to prepare your heart for the year ahead. With joy, honesty, and expectation, they talk about the excitement of a new year—and the importance of pausing long enough to discern what God is truly saying about the season to come.Rooted in the promise of Psalm 23, this episode becomes an intentional space to encounter the Lord: to receive His anointing, to notice where your cup is meant to overflow, and to recognize the goodness and mercy that will follow you into 2026....
2025-12-2925 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)24 - Things You Might Not Know About ChristmasWhat if the Christmas story is richer, deeper, and more surprising than we’ve ever been told?In this special December episode, Tricia and Murray unpack fascinating historical, cultural, and theological insights that may completely reshape how you see Christmas. With Murray’s trademark bubbly explanations and Tricia’s thoughtful reflections, this conversation explores the backstories behind the story.We dive into ancient sources like the Protoevangelium of James, exploring traditions that say Mary lived and served in the Temple from a young age, sewing sacred curtains of purple and scarlet. We discuss why early Christ...
2025-12-2226 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)23 – How to Do a Prophetic Gift Exchange: Sharing Heaven’s Heart Through GiftsIn today’s episode, Tricia and Murray dive into the beautiful art of the prophetic gift exchange—a creative and love-filled way to hear God’s heart and share it with others.Tricia introduces the topic, and Murray opens with his signature bubbly energy as he unpacks Jesus’ prophetic worldview. From the birds of the air in Matthew 6 to the kingdom-parables of Matthew 13–15, you’ll learn how Jesus constantly invited us to see the world through heaven’s eyes—where nothing is random and everything speaks.Together, they explore how God uses gifts to communicate love, identity...
2025-12-1534 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)22 - Why You’re Not Remembering Your Dreams — And How Hunger & Thirst Unlock ThemIn this episode, Tricia and Murray dive into one of the most common questions they receive: “Why can’t I remember my dreams?” Tricia introduces the theme, and Murray jumps in to explain how spiritual hunger and thirst play a surprisingly important role in unlocking dream recall.Together, they walk through practical, simple tips to help you catch more of what God is speaking in the night:Practice the sleep–wake transition and notice what’s happening as you come to consciousness.Write down whatever comes to mind immediately, even fragments—shifting your focus t...
2025-12-0834 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)21 - Valuing Symbolic Language as a language - if you value it, you will remember it.In this episode, Murray and Tricia dive deep into the world of symbolic language—especially how it appears in our dreams—and why learning to value symbols can transform the way we understand ourselves, our memories, and even our relationship with God. They unpack how dream interpretation works through both personal and cultural lenses, and why the same symbol can mean something entirely different from one person to another.Murray shares a powerful series of dreams from 1999–2000, born out of a season of burnout and emotional detachment. These dreams—ranging from burning mirrors to haunted houses and treasure...
2025-12-0131 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)20 – Dreams Happen to Everyone (Including You) - Here’s Why They MatterIn this episode, Murray and Tricia dive into one of their favourite topics—dreams! From the ladder of Jacob to the night visions of Joseph, Pharaoh, Daniel, and Nebuchadnezzar, scripture is full of moments where God speaks through dreams.Together they explore the five dreams surrounding the birth of Jesus, each one guiding and protecting God’s plan of redemption. Along the way, Murray shares insights from John Sanford, and they both bring to life stories of dreamers from history—from Alexander the Great and Josephus to Albert Einstein, Frederick Banting, Elias Howe, and even John Newton, the wr...
2025-11-2428 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)19 - Experiencing Abba’s love in Everything, Everywhere and all at OnceIn this deeply reflective episode, Murray and Tricia explore how to experience the Father’s love in every part of life—through both the highs and the lows. Building on their recent conversations about rest and intimacy with God, Murray introduces the theme of letting go of performance and truly entering the “Abba space” of peace and presence.Murray & Tricia walk listeners through six steps of the Examen, a simple yet powerful practice for recognizing God’s presence in daily life. Together, they share honest stories of gratitude, struggle, and divine encouragement—showing how even difficult moments can become places...
2025-11-1729 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)18 - Staying with the Experience of the Father’s Love: Murray Learning to Encounter Abba DailyIn this episode, Murray and Tricia dive deeper into what it means to stay in the experience of the Father’s love—moving from a single encounter to a daily relationship with Abba. Murray invites listeners to reflect on how divine encounters shape their spiritual journey and shares practical ways to deepen that connection.Tricia recounts her transformative experience in 1988 at a Toronto church, where she first encountered the tangible presence of God in a life-changing way. This powerful moment ignited a lifelong pursuit of intimacy with the Father. Together, Murray and Tricia explore how experiencing God’s love...
2025-11-1026 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)17 Learning to Have Conversations with our Heavenly Father - Bringing Heaven Down Instead of dragging earth upIn this episode, Murray and Tricia continue their conversation about encountering God as Father. Murray opens by recapping the last two episodes, where both share their healing journeys with their earthly fathers and their experiences of meeting the love of their Heavenly Father.Murray then asks Tricia how she learned to speak with God as Father—an ability that helped her walk through deep healing with her earthly dad. Tricia shares a powerful story of encountering God, including a personal sign she asked for (and received!) that confirmed she had been hearing His voice all along. This le...
2025-11-0322 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)16 – The Power of Accepting the Father: Developing Steps into the Resting PlaceIn this heartfelt episode, Murray and Tricia talk about what it really means to see God as a loving Father—not as a distant judge or master. Together, they explore how our hearts need healing to fully receive His love, especially when our experiences with earthly fathers have been marked by distance or pain.Tricia shares her personal journey of discovering God as her Father. Growing up in a home where affection was scarce and the phrase “children should be seen and not heard” was common, she didn’t realize how deeply those early experiences had shaped her view...
2025-10-2724 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)15 – Encountering Abba - The Change It BringsIn this episode, Tricia and Murray explore what happens when we truly encounter God as Father. Building on last week’s conversation about rest, they unpack how one of the deepest forms of rest comes from knowing God not as a distant deity—but as Abba.Drawing from Hebrews 12:22–24, Galatians 4:6, and Romans 8:15–16, they contrast the Old Testament view of God as Father with the New Covenant revelation of intimacy and adoption. Murray shares a powerful personal story from his YWAM days—his first time hearing God’s voice—and how that encounter reshaped his understanding of who the Father rea...
2025-10-2033 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)14 - Experiencing God’s Father Heart, Letting Abba Love YouIn this episode, Tricia and Murray open up a heartfelt conversation about what it means to truly experience the love of our Heavenly Father. Building on their last episode about rest, they explore how our earthly experiences with fathers can deeply influence the way we relate to God as Father.Murray shares about cultural paradigms and the power of shifting our perspectives—including a memorable story from their visit to a monastery—while Tricia reflects on how inner healing helps us receive the unconditional love of Abba.This gentle, hope-filled episode invites you to let go o...
2025-10-1331 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)13 – Rest as Paying Attention: Learning to Observe Your Inner WorldIn a world that constantly pulls our attention outward—toward noise, danger, and demands—many of us live in a state of constant overwhelm. True rest feels out of reach. But what if rest isn’t something you find by escaping the world… but by learning to pay attention to what’s happening inside?In this episode, Tricia and Murray unpack the spiritual discipline of rest as attention—learning to observe your inner world rather than reacting to the chaos around you. Using Psalm 91 as a foundation (“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in...
2025-10-0632 min
Voices from the DesertThe Prayer Rule: Guideposts for TransformationJoin Josh and Murray as they dive into the final rule of the Communion With Jesus The Daily Agenda from the monks at Goosechase Monastery and Nova Scotia. What does it mean to have a "rule of life"? In the earliest monastic writing, simple instructions were given to disciples like when Anthony the Great said, "Whoever you may be, always have God before your eyes; whatever you do, do it according to the testimony of the holy Scriptures; and in whatever place you live, do not easily leave it." These translate into guideposts for the spiritual life. They point...
2025-09-2752 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)10 - Giving God What He Wants (He Wants What’s in Your Heart)What does God really want from us? It’s not our performance, our striving, or even our “good behaviour”—it’s our hearts.In this episode, Murray and Tricia unpack how our belief systems shape our emotions, decisions, behaviours, and ultimately, the outcomes of our lives. Using the simple BEDBO framework (Belief, Emotion, Decision, Behaviour, Outcome), they explore how aligning what we believe with God’s truth transforms the way we live.From everyday examples like Disneyland vs. prison, to Tricia’s story of overcoming shyness, to biblical accounts of Abraham, Naaman, and Peter, you’ll see how God p...
2025-09-1530 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)8 - Guarding Your Heart God’s WayIn this episode, Tricia and Murray build on last week’s conversation about rest by exploring what it means to guard your heart God’s way. Proverbs 4:23 tells us, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” But what does that look like in real life—especially for spiritually sensitive people?Together, they unpack the purpose of healthy boundaries: 🌱 Protecting what God has entrusted to you 🌱 Clarifying responsibility—what’s yours and what belongs to others 🌱 Creating safe, healthy relationships 🌱 Obeying God’s design (yes, even Jesus set boundaries!)Tricia and Murray share stories, sc...
2025-09-0122 min
Samuel's Mantle : How to Hear, See and Sense God's Voice (Prophetic, Prayer, Christian Ministry)5 - Discernment vs. Burden BearingDiscernment vs. Burden BearingHave you ever walked into a room and suddenly felt overwhelmed, anxious, or heavy—and wondered if you were just being too sensitive or even a bit crazy? You're not alone. Last week, we unpacked the idea that what you're feeling may actually be spiritual discernment—and this week, we’re taking it further.Join Tricia and Murray as they dive into the difference between discernment and burden bearing—two powerful spiritual gifts that often get confused.What exactly is discernment?How is it different from carrying...
2025-08-1122 min
Voices from the DesertGiving Structure to the Spiritual LifeHave you ever wondered how to point your life in a God-ward way? Murray and Josh are setting out on a series to cover a monastic document - "Ten Rules for the Spiritual Life" authored by the Orthodox monks in Nova Scotia, Canada at the Goosechase Monastery (https://www.goosechasemonastery.ca/index.html). In this episode, Murr and Josh introduce the document and cover the first two rules: Seek Self-Renunciation and Accept to Have No Results.For more about Voices from the Desert, visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VoicesfromtheDesert
2025-06-201h 15
Voices from the DesertQuestioning theology and meeting a priest: an interview with Chris Hawthorne Part 2In part 2 of their conversation, Murray, Josh, and Chris talk about ancestral sin vs original sin, discovering the Desert Fathers, the Dark Night of the Soul, the potential witchcraft of "once saved, always saved," and much more)! Tune in this week as they dive in with Chris Hawthorne, the Fr Deacon at Holy Nativity Church in Langley, BC, Canada.For more about Chris and the Holy Nativity Church visit: https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/For more about Voices from the Desert and to join the Patreon, visit: https://www.patreon.com/VoicesfromtheDesert
2025-05-2255 min
Voices from the DesertQuestioning church and theology: an interview with Fr Deacon Chris, an Orthodox priest (almost), part 1Murray and Josh sit down with good friend Chris Hawthorne to talk about his journey towards the Orthodox priesthood. Chris attended Murray's ministry school in the early 2000's and he and Josh have crossed paths many times. Like many, he discovered something severely lacking in his faith. This went un-answered until he encountered a spiritual father in the Orthodox Church. Now he is almost a priest. Tune into part 1 as they dive into Chris's story of encounter, beauty, and transformation.For more about Voices from the Desert, visit out Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/VoicesfromtheDesert
2025-05-0951 minVoices from the DesertNavigating political outcomes and not losing hopeAnother day, another election. This episode was recorded in the wake of the Canadian election. Murray and Josh share their thoughts about political outcomes, where our hope lies, and how God speaks through the circumstances in our lives. Join the boys as they dive in!For more about Voices from the Desert and to support the show, visit the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VoicesfromtheDesert
2025-05-0558 minVoices from the DesertVoices from the Desert: WE ARE BACK!We are back! After a cross country move and many happenings on the farm we are finally back for more Voices from the Desert! Tune in as Murray and Josh revisit why they do what they do and what to expect in the upcoming episodes of your favorite desert podcast. For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/To check out our Patreon and support us go to: patreon.com/VoicesfromtheDesert
2025-03-1954 minVoices from the DesertDiscovering Life in the Wilderness: an interview with Andrew ArndtThis is the last podcast of the year folks and it is a doozy. Murray and Josh welcome a new friend, Andrew Arndt - someone like them. Andrew discovered the Desert Fathers while going through burnout and disaffection from the "Charismatic Church". What he discovered in the fathers and mothers of the 3rd and 4th century transformed his life, ministry, and his approach to leadership. So much so that he wrote a book about it: Streams in the Wasteland. Tune in as they dive into the practices and theories of the ancient monks and what they might say to...
2024-12-181h 27Voices from the DesertDo the disciplines heal the soul?Presently, there is a resurgence of interest in the "spiritual disciplines". What do these things do and why are we to do them? What are the scary thing the early fathers called "the passions"? What is the relation between the disciplines and the passions? Or is there one? Join Josh and Murray as they dive in to find out!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-10-301h 18Voices from the DesertDistinctives, leadership, and the flaws in denominational thinkingOn the podcast today, Murray and Josh interview their good friend Steve Schroeder, the President of CMA (www.canadacma.org). Steve talks about above the line thinking, hub and spoke ministries and churches, shifting to an open architecture mindset, and the difference between call and assignment. The boys go deep in this one. Join the Voices from the Desert crew as they dive in!For more about Steve Schroeder and CMA, visit: https://canadacma.org/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-10-231h 21Voices from the DesertThe Growing Divide: Is Jesus the Problem? A dream examined...It seems that today we are trying our best to build, cast vision, influence, spread the word, bring the kingdom, and create space for the miraculous in our churches and communities. Sometimes, it seems as if the problem is not us, but Jesus. If Jesus would just get on board with our plan things would go swimmingly. Murray had a dream a few years ago that illustrates the point perfectly. And it all has to do with the inner way. Tune in as Josh and Murray share their perspectives!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www...
2024-10-101h 21Voices from the DesertWhat are we being healed of?When it comes to salvation and healing of the soul (see all the previous episodes on the spiritual life), what exactly are we being healed of? Is it sin? Our hurts and brokenness? Our disillusionment? The early fathers of Christianity often spoke of healing in relation to "the passion". What did they mean by that?Join Josh and Murray as they dive in to what the earliest "voices from the desert" had to say about healing of the soul.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert...
2024-10-041h 31Voices from the DesertThe Inner Way: Does it Really Matter at All?If salvation is about making it to heaven, why should we bother with formation here on earth? What do our theories of salvation and eschatology have to do with our present day practices? Murray and Josh take a dive into some patristic wisdom as they discover what it means to be "saved.""Someone asked Abba Anthony, ‘What must one do in order to please God?‘ The old man replied, ‘Pay attention to what I tell you: whoever you may be, always have God before your eyes; whatever you do, do it according to the testimony of the holy S...
2024-09-191h 10Voices from the DesertThe Inner Way: When Leaders Fall...What is the aim of Christianity and salvation? Is it to get as many people saved as possible? To create a moral perfect society? To fulfill the vision of a particular ministry? The mark we set determines a lot about what we do. In light of all the recent scandals in leadership, Murray and Josh talk about what measurable effect inner prayer and the way of Christ ought to have on leadership. Join the Josh and Murray as they dig in to the topic!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/
2024-09-051h 17Voices from the DesertMisconceptions of Prayer, the Teaching of Jesus on Prayer, and How the Fathers Read ScriptureWhen it comes to how Christians are taught prayer, much of the church has been found wanting. The teaching of Jesus on prayer are often overlooked in favor of some occasional concomitant. What was Jesus thinking when he said, "And when you pray..." and why do we ignore these kinds of statements? The way of Jesus is clearly interior prayer and the early church fathers read scripture with that in mind. Join Josh and Murray as they dive in to explore the interior way of prayer!For more about Josh, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/...
2024-08-291h 29Voices from the DesertInner Prayer: the Lord's Prayer and the Sermon on the MountSometimes it seems as if we read the scriptures as a series of commands or instructions, rather than an invitation to follow the way of Jesus and to know him intimately. In this episode, Josh and Murray begin diving into the Lord's prayer and the Sermon on the Mount. Is the Lord's prayer a formula to pray? Is the Sermon on the Mount a great moral teaching? Or is there perhaps more to both of these popular passages that can help us navigate the murky waters of the heart.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www...
2024-08-141h 07Voices from the DesertPractices That Point the Mind to the Present and the Empty Abyss of the HeartAll of our practices are pointed towards the end of turning the inner gaze towards the heart to discover the Father within. What happens when a culture adopts practices that turn the gaze inward but all they find is an empty abyss? Join Josh and Murray as they talk about training the thoughts to discover the beauty of God and lead a prayerful exercise walking through Scripture.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-08-081h 04Voices from the DesertBridal Paradigm: Sanctified Imagination and the Eyes of the HeartWhat roles does the imagination play in prayerful exercises? Are visionary experiences a thing for today? Join Josh and Murray as they dive into the writings of the Christian mystics to see what they have to say!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/To check out the book Murray recommended: https://www.amazon.com/Jesuit-Guide-Almost-Everything-Spirituality/dp/0061432695/
2024-07-241h 19Voices from the DesertTotalitarianism, Transhumanism, and the Evangelical Subculture: a look at Anthony the GreatToday on the podcast, we interview CR Wiley, an author, podcaster, and pastor. CR Wiley co-hosts The Theology Pugcast. CR Wiley is a reformed pastor who discovered great a value in Athanasius's Life of Anthony. Helping us discern trust and make sense of the world, this 1500 year old monk has a lot to say to modern Christians. Join Voices from the Desert as they dive in with CR and Anthony the Great!For more about CR Wiley and to purchase the books he has written, visit: https://crwiley.com/For more about Murray Dueck, visit...
2024-07-181h 10Voices from the DesertIgnatian Exercises and Anthony the Great on Testing True Visions from GodIn the 16th century, a man named Ignatius codified certain exercises that have become popular in the spiritual formation/direction/inner healing crowd today. Was he out to lunch? Can you track a history of said exercises? Join Josh and Murray as they explore the Ignatian exercises and cover Anthony the Great's tests of a true or false vision. For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-07-101h 10Voices from the DesertLectio Divina: reading scripture through the lens of loveJoin Josh and Murray as they continue to explore the concept of bridal intimacy in scripture and history as they dive into the ancient practice called Lectio Divina. What do we want to accomplish when we read scripture? Is it to learn what a moral life looks like? Is it to understand fundamental concepts of theology and doctrine? Or is there a deeper, more impactful layer that can bring us to the Father? Join the boys as they dive in!For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/For more about Murray Dueck...
2024-07-041h 00Voices from the DesertBridal Paradigm: The Nuts and Bolts of it All (aka "How We Do")When it comes to the church, theology, and the Chrsitian life, sometimes we tend to talk in theory and principle, rather than practice. In this episode, Murray and Josh begin to explore what does it mean to understand the Bridal language of scripture and the mystics, and how do we apply all of that to our daily lives. The whole episode ends with Murray leading a contemplative exercise designed to bring you closer to the Father's heart.Voices from the Desert is a listener supported podcast. If you would like to support Murray, Josh, and the Voices...
2024-06-261h 21Voices from the DesertThe Eyes of the Heart and the Nous: Christian Maturity from an Orthodox Perspective, an interview with Fr Michael Gillis (Part 2)In part 2 of Josh and Murray's interview with Fr Michael Gillis, Fr Mike shares about the eyes of the heart and dives into the layers of the human being. What marks the difference between how the Orthodox Church views the process of maturity and how the evangelical church views maturity? Join the guys as they dive in!For more about Father Michael Gillis, visit: https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-06-191h 03Voices from the DesertFrom Charismatic to Orthodox: The Charismata in the Orthodox Church and the Familial Language of the Prophets, an Interview with Fr Michael Gillis Part 1In the west, we have taken metaphors and made them systems. But God describes his bride through familial language. For Fr Michael, it is not mechanism we must discover, but the family we must encourage. Beginning in foster homes at a young age, discovering the Charismatic move in the 70s and 80s, and eventually discovering the early church fathers and the Orthodox Church, Father Michael Gillis touches on the church as a place of healing and the journey that brought him to where he is today. Buckle up because this episode is seriously deep and challenging!For...
2024-06-131h 13Voices from the DesertCatechism and Liturgy in a Charismatic Context: an interview with Josh Lewis (The Remnant Radio) Part 2What would it look like to incorporate confession, liturgy and creeds into a modern Charismatic church? Josh Lewis from The Remnant Radio has undertaken the challenge. 8 years after launching a successful podcast where he and his team interview theologians of all shapes and sizes, Josh has ventured into church planting while incorporating historical practices in a modern context. What is the story that brought him to that point? Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they dive in with Josh Lewis!For more about Joshua Lewis, the church in Ada, and The Remnant Radio, visit: https://kingsfellowshipchurch.c...
2024-06-0544 minVoices from the DesertRe-thinking theology, prophecy, and 5-fold ministry: an interview with Josh Lewis of the Remnant Radio Part 1We at Voices from the Desert are excited to welcome Josh Lewis of The Remnant Radio for an in-depth conversation about theology, prophecy, and how we get 5-fold ministry completely wrong. Join Josh, Josh and Murray as they dive into Josh Lewis' story, why he started The Remnant Radio, and the new church plant King's Fellowship Church in Ada, Oklahoma.For more about King's Fellowship Church, visit: https://kingsfellowshipchurch.com/For more about The Remnant Radio, visit: https://theremnantradio.com/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For...
2024-05-2952 minVoices from the DesertWhich One: The Church as Moral Arbiter or Place of Healing?As we continue to dive into the concept of bridal intimacy in the church age, what implications does this have on how and why we "do church?" Some seem to think the church should be the moral arbiter of the age, the judicial witness to God's judgement, or the place of warfare against contemporary culture. But what if there is a different way? Join Josh and Murray as they talk about the church as it flows from the bridal paradigm.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Josh Hoffert...
2024-05-161h 07Voices from the DesertBonus Episode: Becoming a Non-Anxious PresenceWhen we look at Jesus we see a stark contrast with our modern world. He does not seem rushed, he is not hurried, and he encourages us to become like little children. Have you ever watched a child lost in play? Time is a foreign concept to them. What would we look like if we could recapture what it means to live from the place of rest Christ promised to be for us? The wisdom of the Christian mystics gives us a glimpse into the unhurried life of settling into God. Murray and Josh hos...
2024-05-081h 33Voices from the DesertDivine Eros, Saint Symeon (and Bernard), Penal Substitutionary Atonement, and Looking UpHow do our models of redemption reflect scripture? And how do the contemplative authors talk about redemption? Is penal substitutionary atonement a thing? Join Josh and Murray as they dive into Saint Symeon, the early church fathers, encountering God, and the gulf between models of redemption based upon wrath and models based upon love.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-05-021h 06Voices from the DesertThe Bridal Paradigm: When a bishop gawked at a sex symbolIn the 4th century, Bishop Nonnus was asked why, when a beautiful woman passed him by, he stood and stared while the other bishops looked away. Nonnus' answer provides us insight as we dive deeper and deeper in the mystery of bridal intimacy and covenant union with God (the mysterious one). Tune in to this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as we dive into the ramfications of Nonnus' observation and what it means as we explore the mystical literature of Christianity!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about...
2024-04-241h 17Voices from the DesertThe Difference Between Information About God and Knowing God, another Bridal Paradigm EpisodeAnother week, another episode of Voices from the Desert! Today, Murray and Josh continue their discussion about the Bride/Bridegroom paradigm. Scripture comes rushing to its conclusion in Revelation 21 when we see the bride as a city descending upon the earth to reign with God. Understanding this throughline is crucial for understanding scripture. What are the implications of that dynamic in our lives practically? And how did the earliest Christians respond to the bride/bridegroom revelation of Jesus? Join us in today's episode as we dive in to find out! ."Amazed, I am astonished at the shapeliness o...
2024-04-171h 10Voices from the DesertThe Bridal Paradigm: Where is all this headed?What do you ese when you read scripture? When you see Jesus speaking of coming calamity in Matthew 24, do you wonder about the end times implication? What does the Jewish wedding celebration have to do with Jesus, prophecies, and the tenor of scripture? When Jesus showed upon the scene the nation of Israel was looking for a coming kingdom that would overthrow Rome and re-establish them as the dominant force on the world scene. They were convinced that God was going to do this for them because of their national history.However, when Jesus showed u...
2024-04-101h 09Voices from the DesertUnraveling Scripture: The Bridal ParadigmIn the latest episode of Voices from the Desert, Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck explore the concept of bridal intimacy in Scripture. When the Pharisees expected a king, Jesus compared the kingdom to a wedding. This is a throughline in all of scripture. What would change about how we read certain passages if we saw it through the lens of bridal intimacy? Murray and Josh dive into Matthew 24 and the prophecies of Jesus through a fresh lens. Jump in and lets dive deep!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more a...
2024-04-0352 minVoices from the DesertEmbracing the Mystery of Faith: Part 2 of the Steve Stewart InterviewIn Part 2 of our interview with Steve Stewart of Impact Nations, we dive deeper into the desert journey of his heart and how it challenged all of his paradigms. The pivotal moments on his roadmap included burnout, the Charismatic move, and his rediscovery of the early church fathers.In the midst of the simplistic narratives in traditional evangelicalism, Steve began questioning the limitations of his theology. What he found transformed him, the ministry, and how Impact Nations now engages with their mission. The significance of liturgy, sacraments, and the divine dance of the Trinity has been...
2024-03-2749 minVoices from the DesertA Life Rescued: the story of Steve Stewart, Impact Nations, and Global Missions (Part 1)Welcome to Voices from the Desert, where we explore historic Christianity, the journey of the desert, and how God meets us in the deepest deserts of our hearts. In this episode, we are joined by the Steve Stewart, founder of Impact Nations, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve's journey from a conservative church upbringing, encountering the Holy Spirit during the Charismatic Renewal, to launching a global missions organization is nothing short of inspiring. Was it all fun and games or were there many valleys on they journey?Steve's narrative is filled with unexpected twists and turns, from...
2024-03-2043 minVoices from the DesertBonus Episode: Unraveling the Mystery of Jesus with Murray DueckIn this special bonus episode recorded at the Samuel's Mantle school, join Murray Dueck's as he untangles the mystery behind Jesus as the Messiah. It's a biblical murder mystery and an FBI-like investigation into the disciples' beliefs where Murray delves into Old Testament prophecies, examining clashes between the disciples' expectations of an earthly king, and the unfolding reality of Jesus' mission. This thought-provoking bonus episode challenges us to question how clearly we'd hear the Messiah today amid cultural, educational, and religious filters.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about...
2024-03-1344 minVoices from the DesertThe Spiritual Potency of the Persecuted Church: an interview with Greg Musselman Part 2Join us for Part 2 of the Voices from the Desert interview with Greg Musselman from Voice of the Martyrs. In this episode Murray, Greg, and Josh talk about the need for prophetic reform, when Christianity becomes too political, the gifts of the Spirit, and much more!For more about Greg and Voice of the Martyrs, visit: https://www.vomcanada.com/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: https://www.windministries.ca/
2024-03-0745 minVoices from the DesertThe Spiritual Potency of the Persecuted Church: an interview with Greg Musselman Part 1In today's episode, "The Spiritual Potency of the Persecuted Church," we're diving into the experiences of those who stay strong in their faith, even when things get really hard.Our guest, Greg Musselman from "Voice of the Martyrs," knows a lot about this. He's spent a long time helping people who are persecuted for their beliefs. Tune in as Greg shares real stories that show how faith can become even stronger in tough times. We'll talk about how people facing religious persecution find a kind of inner strength that many of us might not fully understand.
2024-02-2958 minVoices from the DesertBrain Skills, Relational Mode, and the Immanuel Lifestyle: an interview with Michael Sullivant Part 2Join hosts Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck in this episode of "Voices from the Desert" as they sit down for part 2 of an interview with Michael Sullivant to explore the intricacies of brain health, relational mode, and honing essential brain skills. Gain valuable perspectives on living a life deeply connected to the heart of Jesus, as Michael shares his expertise in merging faith and neuroscience. Michael Sullivant is the Director of Relational Networks for Life Model Works.For more about Michael Sullivant, Life Model, and the resources discussed in this episode, visit: https://lifemodelworks.org/...
2024-02-021h 05Voices from the DesertLife Model, Immanuel Approach, and Recovering our Mental Health: an interview with Michael Sullivant part 1What if your brain is wired in such a way that understanding the way your brain works could be a great aid in spiritual growth, healing of the heart, and mental health? What role does the Holy Spirit and the love of God play into the inner healing of the human heart? Join Joshua Hoffert, and Murray Dueck as they interview friend of the podcast Michael Sullivant. Michael Sullivant is the Director of Relational Networks for Life Model Works. He is a church planter, pastor, author, poet and speaker.For more about Michael Sullivant and Life Model...
2024-01-271h 03Voices from the DesertPart 2 of Church Untitled: and interview with Ryan JohnsonIn part 2, Ryan dives into catching a vision for who God has made you to be, dealing with the hooks of the enemy, building culture, the difference between purpose and calling, and much more. Tune in!Church Untitled is a gathering place in downtown Vancouver, BC. In the midst of a busy city rife with an increasingly antagonistic culture, this church is building an altar of worship in the downtown core. Ryan Johnson, the pastor of Church Untitled, never envisioned himself as a church planter. In fact, the church began out of deep brokenness and hurt. This...
2024-01-171h 02Voices from the DesertChurch Untitled: Seriously, Listen to this Episode. An interview with an unassuming pastor, Ryan Johnson. Part 1Church Untitled is a gathering place in downtown Vancouver, BC. In the midst of a busy city rife with an increasingly antagonistic culture, this church is building an altar of worship in the downtown core. Ryan Johnson, the pastor of Church Untitled, never envisioned himself as a church planter. In fact, the church began out of deep brokenness and hurt. This is his story, and the story of those who are gathering in the downtown core of one of the most bustling cities on the West Coast of North America.Join Joshua and Murray as they welcome...
2024-01-101h 14Voices from the DesertThinking Apostolically Part 2: Maturity and the need for Apostolic MinistryHappy New Year everybody! The Voices from the Desert crew is back at it for 2024! We have some exciting interviews and topics coming in the next few months, stay tuned!Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck for part 2 of their interview with Bruce Friesen. Bruce is the founder of Children Arise Ministry, which disciples nations by discipling the next generation through the sphere of education. He is the founder of Lifetree Churches and the Global Transformation Collective, which focuses on the transformation of all spheres of influence, by discipling people in the truths and principles of God’s...
2024-01-0548 minVoices from the DesertThe Annunciation: a Christmas episodeHey everyone! Thanks for joining us for the past year! Voices from the Desert is a 1-year old podcast with this episode! We have so appreciated and enjoyed getting to know each and everyone one of you. Murray and Josh have much planned for the new year. Keep checking us out and we will keep diving off the deep end!In this epsiode, Murray and Josh are off the incarnation/annunciation deep end. We dive into Leo the Great, Maximos the Confessor, Gregory Nazianzen, and more! What can we say today about the incarnation? Join Murray and...
2023-12-231h 02Voices from the DesertThinking Apostolically: Five Fold Ministry and the Need for ReformationVoices from the Desert invites you on a transformative journey of apostolic thinking, exploring the depths of five-fold ministry. Join hosts Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they sit down with special guest Bruce Friesen, founder of the Global Transformation Collective. Uncover the wisdom of apostolic living and leadership in this thought-provoking podcast. What does it mean to think apostolically? And how does 5-fold ministry intersect with today? Join Voices from the Desert for practical insights into living apostolically today!Bruce is the founder of Children Arise Ministry, which disciples nations by discipling the next generation through...
2023-12-1653 minVoices from the DesertThe Prophetic Manifesto: Apostles and Prophets, what's the deal?Ever wondered how the early church perceived Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers? Join Josh and Murray on Voices from the Desert as we explore the Prophetic Manifesto and what the early church had to say about Five-fold Ministry. Uncover insights into how these roles were embraced in the early church, shaping its spiritual fabric. Reflect on their significance then and consider how that applies to contemporary leadership today. How did the early church envision these vital roles, and what lessons can we draw from their understanding? Tune in for a fascinating journey through history, contemplating the relevance of...
2023-12-061h 32Voices from the DesertDe-Shackling Prophecy From End-Times Eschatology: The Prophecy Series ContinuedWelcome to "Voices from the Desert," where ancient wisdom intersects with modern culture. In this episode, titled "De-shackling Prophecy from End Times Eschatology," Josh and Murray delve into point 6 of the Prophetic Manifesto. Often, prophecy is seen as a vehicle to predict all the calamities that are about to fall upon a nation. But what if we saw these things through a bridal paradigm?The Prophetic Manifesto offers seven key points that challenge traditional perspectives on the spiritual gifts, offering a fresh perspective on Biblical prophecy. Join us as we navigate the sands of time, reimagining the...
2023-11-301h 25Voices from the DesertTo Build an International Prophetic Ministry or Not To? A Prophetic Manifesto Continued...Today it is common to plan your ministry strategy around worldwide impact and a social media platform. But is it normal to think about building around a gift given by God? Join Josh and Murray as they dive into point 5 of the prophetic manifesto: a hesitancy to use the gift to build a platform.The 7 Points of the Prophetic Manifesto:- The reputation of Macarius the Great.- The Desert Fathers (aka the prophets in the church) were sought for their great understanding of Scripture.- The primary function of prophetic ministry is...
2023-11-231h 23Voices from the DesertHow Silence and Solitude Impact Prophetic Ministry: A Prophetic Manifesto (Continued)In this episode of Voices from the Desert we delve into the timeless teachings of the early church age on prophetic ministry and explore their profound relevance in our modern world. Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking journey through the seven key points of The Prophetic Manifesto.Today, we shine a spotlight on the pivotal role of solitude and silence in prophetic ministry. How do the ancient practices of solitude and silence enrich and deepen our understanding today? Let's navigate the intersection of ancient wisdom and our contemporary world.The 7 Points of the P...
2023-11-181h 24Voices from the DesertA Prophetic Manifesto (continued): the need for humility, silence, and solitudeJoin Josh and Murray as they continue to breakdown the prophetic manifesto. On for today: the need for humility, silence, and solitude is crucial for prophetic maturity.The seven marks of historic prophetic ministry (The Prophetic Manifesto):- The reputation of Macarius the Great.- The Desert Fathers (aka the prophets in the church) were sought for their great understanding of Scripture.- The primary function of prophetic ministry is to reveal the nature of God/heart of Christ. A secondary/tertiary function is telling the future.- An intense regards for...
2023-11-091h 21Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: A Prophetic Manifesto (Continued)What would a healthy expression of prophetic ministry look like today? How does church history inform who we are and how we are today? Join Murray and Josh as they breakdown a prophetic manifesto for the modern church. On the docket for today: prophetic ministry ought to be known for a robust interpretation of scripture and the primary function of prophecy is to reveal the heart of God.The seven marks of historic prophetic ministry (The Prophetic Manifesto):- The reputation of Macarius the Great.- The Desert Fathers (aka the prophets in the...
2023-11-011h 20Voices from the DesertDeification, Union with God and Augustine: an interview with Matthew Esquivel Part 2How did Augustine see the formation of the spiritual life? Was he a dry stuffy theologian? Did he have a robust apprecation for the experience of God? In what ways does Augustine synergize with the Eastern views of Christian mysticism? Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck for part 2 of their interview with Matthew Esquivel, who is working on his doctoral dissertation on Augustine the Great.For more about Joshua Hoffert visit: https://www.windministries.ca/For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Matthew Esquivel visit: https://www.klsdallas.com/
2023-10-2545 minVoices from the DesertAugustine the charismatic and his theology of martyrdom: an interview with Matthew Esquivel Part 1Was Augustine a cessationist or continuationist? What did Augustine think about the spiritual gifts? Does Augustine reflect any of the eastern ideas of Theosis? Did in with Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they talk with Matthew Esquivel who has been working on a dissertation on Augustine, martydom, and experiencing God.For more about Joshua Hoffert visit: https://www.windministries.ca/For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Matthew Esquivel: https://www.klsdallas.com/
2023-10-1850 minVoices from the DesertPolitical Prophecy, Tests for Weighing Prophetic Words, and Experience as a Litmus Test: An Interview with Eric Janzen Part 2When the disciples asked Jesus if he was ready to establish his kingdom after his resurrection they still missed the gravity of what the message of the kingdom even was. Jesus must have been shaking his head in response to this query. Today, people attempt to use prophetic ministry to establish their own kingdom. Perhaps this is similar in principle to how the disciples mistook the coming of the kingdom? Join Joshua Hoffert, Murray Dueck, and Eric Janzen for part 2 of a conversation of Eric's new book "Ponder". To check out his book: https://www.amazon.ca/P...
2023-09-271h 08Voices from the DesertProcessing Prophetic Words and Prophetic Hurts: an interview with Eric Janzen Part 1How do we respond to prophetic words? And what are we to do when someone says soemthing hurtful to us? Prophetic culture needs an adjustment and Eric Janzen offers helpful principles in his new book "Ponder: Valuing and Evaluating the Gift of Prophecy".Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they interview Eric Janzen and hear all about his new book "Ponder". To check out his book: https://www.amazon.ca/Ponder-Valuing-Evaluating-Gift-Prophecy/dp/B0BXN41ZZF/ref=sr_1_1?For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua H...
2023-09-201h 06Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: A Prophetic ManifestoWhat would it look like if prophetic ministry began looking once again as it did in the early church? What would the marks of historic, authentic, and true prophetic ministry be? Join Josh and Murray as they lay out 7 marks of historic prophetic ministry as they reflect on revelation and the early church.The seven marks of historic prophetic ministry:- The reputation of Macarius the Great.- The Desert Fathers (aka the prophets in the church) were sought for their great understanding of Scripture.- The primary function of prophetic ministry is...
2023-09-121h 13Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: Divination: a Critique of Contemporary Prophetic MinistryWhat kind of glimpse does the church offer us about prophetic ministry and how does that help us see where we are at today? Throughout the centuries, the gift of prophecy has flourished. What happened to it today? How have we become so far removed from the practice of prophecy in history? Join Josh and Murray as they reflect on the history of prophetic ministry and how that offers us insight in to where are today.For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/To check out Eden's Way Farm Sanctuary visit: https://edenswayfarmsanctuary...
2023-09-061h 24Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: Looking like an Idiot, Visibility, Prophecy, and Fools for ChristIn the historic church there is a category of saint called "Fools for Christ". These people were seen as incredibly gifted, yet they hid themselves from the world by either feigning madness or doing strange things that alienated them from the people around them. Some of them became the most famous men and women of their time. What was the deal with these "crazy" people? And can we think of modern day examples? Join Josh and Murry as they dive into the topic "Fools for Christ".For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/...
2023-08-301h 09Voices from the DesertThe Prophesy Series: When a Charismatic Prophet Goes Wrong (how the early church responded to false prophecy)As we have been moving through this series on prophecy we can firmly resolve that prophetic ministry was alive and viable for the first 600 years of church history (and longer). But did any problems arise? And if they arose, what did people do about said problems? Did the early fathers and mothers just allow erratic people to go unchecked, or did they attempt to disabuse them of their fanciful notions? Join Josh and Murr as they dive in to how the church has brought prophetic error into check.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle...
2023-08-231h 18Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: When a Pope Teaches You to ProphesyFrom how to understand the tenses and modes of prophecy, to the state of maturity required to be used in prophecy, Gregory the Great elaborates on all this and more in his Homilies on the Book of the Prophet Ezekiel. He spoke as man very familiar with the spirit of prophecy and as man that carried a deep love for God. What might he have to teach us about how the church in the 6th century viewed prophecy? Join Josh and Murray in this episode to find out!For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle...
2023-08-171h 03Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: Prophets, Apostles, Gold, Money, and Should They Stay for 3 Days (a look at the Didache)The Didache cautioned the early church to not trust a wandering prophet or apostle who would stay with them for more than 3 days. On the same note, Paul offered a defense of his ministry in Acts 20 by saying that he never "coveted anyone's silver or gold or apparel". This is juxtaposed with the role of a wandering teacher/orator/philosopher in the ancient world. They did what they did for money. Paul did not, and the early church struck forth with that same value. How were you to determine an authentic prophet or apostle? Look at how they talk...
2023-08-111h 27Voices from the DesertThe Prophecy Series: Prophecy, Spiritual Gifts and the Early ChurchStarting with this episode, Josh and Murray begin a new series on how the church has viewed and practiced the spiritual gifts since its infancy. Did the gifts of the Spirit cease with the death of the apostles? Did the canonization of scripture have measurable impact on the movement of the Holy Spirit? Join Josh and Murray as they dive in to what the early church liturgical documents have to say about the practice of prophetic ministry.For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert, visit: h...
2023-08-0256 minVoices from the DesertThe Eucharist: a conversation about the Eucharist with an Anglican priest Part 2Join Joshua, Murray, and Colin as they dive in the sequel episode on the Divine Eucharist. We charismatic evangelicals find it difficult to make the leap from symbol to real presence, but should we be re-thinking what it means to take communion? Listen as Father Colin's mind is blown about the timelessness of God, how a table can help us re-think of the Eucharist, and what is the difference between Transubstantiation and Consubstantiation. For more about Father Colin, check out his website: https://www.stmaryandstjohn.com/For more about Murray Dueck, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.co...
2023-07-2759 minVoices from the DesertA in-depth conversation with an Anglican priest on the Divine Eucharist and real presence or symbolic representation (Part 1)Why would a priest not separate his thumb and forefinger after holding the communion elements? Is it merely superstition or is there something more tangible that we Evangelicals have missed? And what might the difference between the Anglican reformers, Roman Catholics, and Orthodox Christians as it pertains to the Eucharist? Join Joshua and Murray as they dive in to the weeds with Father Colin Nicolle and try and pick up what Father Colin is laying down.Father Colin Nicolle is the rector of St Mary's and St John's in Summerside, PE. You can find more a...
2023-07-1952 minVoices from the DesertThe way of humility, the God of humility, and the spiritual lives of the Desert Fathers and MothersMoses could only say he was the most humble man on the face of the earth after he encountered the God of humility. This is because humility is not so much an attribute we acquire but a participation in the humility of God.Archbishop Chrysostom of Etna writes : "Humility dwells in the nature of God Himself. Yet this attribute of God, belonging to a God Who is transcendent, unknowable in Essence, and beyond human comprehension, does not become, on that account, just a quality or adornment when we find it in the human being. As o...
2023-07-121h 15Voices from the DesertDreams, Visions, the Patristics, and Whatever Happened? (Part 2 of Dreams and the Patristics)So dreams were important in the early church and beyond, but what happened? Why did the church lose interest? And why did the world lose interest? In the past 100 years, people have begun to find a value for dreams and how they intersect with our spirituality again, but the church has been far behind. Perhaps it begins earlier then we thought. Tune in as Murray and Josh talk about what happened to the church and its take on dreams, visions, and strange events.The Dreams You Dream Live Training: https://www.windtrainingacademy.com/the-dreams-you-dream-summer-2023The...
2023-07-051h 15Voices from the DesertDreams and the Patristic AgeJoin Murray Dueck and Joshua Hoffert as they discuss dreams in the early church age. Dreams and visions have been a part of the Christanity from its inception and have never gone anywhere. Tune in and find out about the Patristic Age, dreams, the Desert Fathers, and much more!For the upcoming Dreams You Dream Live Training with Joshua Hoffert visit: https://www.windtrainingacademy.com/the-dreams-you-dream-summer-2023For more about Murray Dueck visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For Murray's book The Dreams We Dream visit: https://www.amazon.ca/Dreams-We-Dream-Learning-Language/dp/B08M2LSFWK/
2023-06-281h 01Voices from the DesertEmpire building vs the kingdom of God, encountering God in Scripture, and what is on God's heart: an interview with Steve Schroeder Part 2What does it mean to prepare you life and not a sermon? To be ready to speak on behalf of God when He moves on you? What if your prayer life was just like walking and talking with your dad? Sometimes we are more concerned with building our own little empire than just being with the Father. Join Josh, Murray, and Steve as they talk about apostles, prophets, encountering the Father through Scripture, and spiritual fathering.For more about Murray Dueck: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/For more about Joshua Hoffert: https://www.windministries.ca/
2023-06-2149 minVoices from the DesertOrphan-ness, Sonship, Encounter, and the Heart of the Father: an interview with Steve Schroeder Part 1Have you ever felt as if you have to measure up to something? Have you ever questioned who God is as your Father? Do you have some unquenched need to compete with those around you? Encountering the heart of the Father begins to bring rest to the life of the orphan. Jesus said that he would not leave us as orphans, and in that He reveals His relationship with the Abba. When we see Him we see how He and the Father relate. Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they welcome guest Steve Schroeder to talk a...
2023-05-3151 minVoices from the DesertHumility, Warfare, and Theosis with an Orthodox Priest - Part 2Join Josh and Murray for the second episode with Father Michael Gillis. This is the second episode wherein Father Mike talks about humility in the patristics, how we are both sinner and one being saved, that spiritual warfare is the battle between those two. Join us as we dive in yet again!Father Mike is the parish priest of Holy Nativity Orthodox Church (https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/) and the genius behind the podcast Praying in the Rain hosted by Ancient Faith Radio (https://www.ancientfaith.com/contributors/michael_gillis).For more about Josh, visit: https...
2023-05-2458 minVoices from the DesertTheosis with an Orthodox Priest - Part 1Today, Josh and Murray are joined by Father Michael Gillis. Father Mike is the parish priest of Holy Nativity Orthodox Church (https://www.holynativitychurch.ca/) and the genius behind the podcast Praying in the Rain hosted by Ancient Faith Radio (https://www.ancientfaith.com/contributors/michael_gillis).In this episode, Father Mike talks about Theosis as the invitation for the church to walk with Christ. From the poorest of poor to the most excellent member, Theosis is the journey of each Christian. Join us as we dive in!For more about Josh, visit: https://www...
2023-05-171h 01Voices from the DesertDegrees of maturity, the inner way, and the Beatitudes"As I walk, my sins follow behind me and I do not see them yet I've been asked to judge the sins of another." Abba MosesIn the Beatitudes, Jesus lays out the schema of the spiritual life. Jesus did not lay out a seven mountain mandate to conquer the world, but he laid out a way of conquering the heart. What Jesus spoke to is, "How do you go about conquering the heart?" Because that work is so difficult, it is far easier for us to get caught up in political transformation rather than the transformation...
2023-05-031h 03Voices from the DesertThe way of Theosis, transformation, and the secret place of the heartA theology of salvation cannot base itself on mental consent. Transformation does not happen because your mind has been changed. How do we go about discovering the deep place of our heart? Bishop Kallistos Ware, when asked if he was saved, responded by saying: "I am in the process of being saved." Salvation as a theory must touch the deep places of who we are. We are being saved and there is a practical reality to that. Tune in as Josh and Murray dive deep into the teaching of the early church fathers and how they approached the transformation...
2023-04-191h 19Voices from the DesertThe restoration of the image of God in the heart of manWhat does it look like to walk the journey of union with the heart of God? Union is the beginning and the end of the journey, but we can't mistake the entry point for the destination. Isaiah the Solitary said, "In a word, all the works of a monastic will be in vain without such hard labor and without the remembrance of God. This work is both the beginning and the end for one living in stillness, for the sake of the Lord. This much-longed-for Name is the inner essence of stillness and silence."All o...
2023-04-0553 minVoices from the DesertTheosis: being versus doing, and the journey of becomingAbba Lot went to see Abba Joseph and said to him:"Abba, as far as I can I say my little office, I fast a little, I pray and meditate, I live in peace and as far as I can, I purify my thoughts. What else can I do?"Then the old man stood up and stretched his hands towards heaven. His fingers became like ten lamps of fire and he said to him""If you will, you can become all flame."This little story serves to point out the journey...
2023-03-2258 minVoices from the DesertTheosis: what do the ancients say about union with God?What did the early fathers of Christianity say about the life of union with Christ? The term Theosis comes up consistently in patristic writing about the transformation of the Christian life. That term seems foreign to the average Christian. The contemplative authors, the Desert Fathers, and the Eastern Christian mystics were well acquainted with the concept. What kind of wisdom might they have for us today? Join Joshua Hoffert and Murray Dueck as they begin a deep dive into the theory of Theosis."The soul is like iron, which rusts when neglected, but is purified when fired. A...
2023-03-151h 11Voices from the DesertThe Spiritual Theology of Macarius the Great: Conversations with the devil and the sustenance of the heavenly lifeMacarius the great was one of the most profound teachers on the spiritual life in the egyptian desert. From conversations with the devil to a contemporary model from prophetic ministry, Macarius has a lot to teach us today. Join Joshua and Murray as they dive deep into Macarian spirituality. For info on the ConteXtus Online Leadership conference, visit: https://www.windtrainingacademy.com/contextus-online-leadership-conference
2023-03-0256 minVoices from the DesertThe Nature of God Revealed in JesusWhat kind of language can we use when we talk about the God-man Jesus? And what does it mean to us practically that Christ was fully man and fully God? These concepts were central to early Christianity, but they are rarely explored to the same depth today. A renewed interest in the nature of Jesus and how He reveals God would do us well today. Our understanding has ramifications towards redemption, the in-filling of the Spirit, the mystery of prayer, and the nature of God. Join Josh and Murray as they work through what the early fathers taught on...
2023-02-151h 13Voices from the DesertThe Deeper Journey: how the patristic writings influences our worldview"The three pillars of contemporary discipleship are church attendance, reading your bible, and stacking chairs. And not necessarily in that order."How do we think about the world, scripture, spirituality, and Christ? What drew us deeper into the mystery and what has fascinated us about Jesus?For more about Josh, visit: https://www.windministries.caFor more about Murray, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/
2023-01-171h 03Voices from the DesertThe Journey and Encountering God"The in-breaking of revelation causes internal pressure."Join Murray and Josh as they talk about Josh's journey of encountering Christ and finding a passion for the Christian mystics.For more about Josh, visit: https://www.windministries.caFor more about Murray, visit: https://www.samuelsmantle.com/
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