Today, we have the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Steve Harmon, a ministry leader extraordinaire who has a knack for tuning in to the Holy Spirit. Get ready for some serious inspiration!
Brandon and Lindsy, our fabulous hosts, dive right into a captivating conversation with Steve. They explore his amazing ministry efforts and how he's been able to make a real impact on others. Steve spills the beans on his secret sauce for influencing people, and let me tell you, it's pure gold!
But wait, there's more! Steve takes us on a wild ride through his experiences with healing, deliverance, and the mind-blowing power of prayer and fasting.
As the episode wraps up, Steve graciously blesses us with a heartfelt prayer and recounts his recent encounter with an angel. Yep, you heard that right! This guy invites us to walk in a whole different dimension, and here's your chance to get a glimpse of how to do just that!
So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable episode filled with wisdom, inspiration, and a dose of the supernatural. Let's dive in and have some fun!
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Timestamps:
Steve's Ministry Efforts (00:01:05) Steve talks about his ministry work in Canada, focusing on moving the needle for the Kingdom, equipping believers, and serving wherever God directs him.
Approach to Influencing Others (00:02:13) Steve discusses his approach to influencing others, meeting people where they're at and moving them forward without being offensive or off-grid.
Persuasion and Civil Conversations (00:04:37) Steve emphasizes the importance of sowing seeds, having civil conversations, and getting people to think, even if they may not be open to changing their beliefs immediately.
The importance of focusing on the Kingdom of God (00:08:57) Steve discusses how focusing on the Kingdom of God during Halloween can lead to positive ministry experiences and dispels misconceptions about demonic power.
Being present and influencing others (00:11:52) The hosts and Steve discuss the importance of being present and in proximity with people in order to be an influence for the Kingdom of God.
The power of miracles in evangelism (00:13:43) Steve explains how miracles are a powerful form of evangelism, as they remove the human element and captivate people's attention, leading to a captive audience for sharing the Gospel.
The types of religious people (00:18:29) Steve discusses the three types of religious people and how they can be reached or not reached through conversation and sowing seeds.
Misunderstandings and patience (00:19:30) Lindsy and Steve talk about how people often misunderstand things and the importance of being patient and explaining concepts to them.
Steve's journey in healing (00:20:40) Steve shares his personal journey in wanting to see miracles and healing, starting with his experience in Africa and then spreading to different parts of the country.
Practicing and Building Faith (00:27:56) The importance of practicing and building faith through repetitive actions and learning from failures.
The Power of Proximity (00:34:59) The effectiveness of laying hands on people in physical proximity for healing and increasing the power within oneself.
Consistent Practice for Healing (00:35:43) The need for consistent practice in praying for healing, laying hands on people, and actively participating in healing ministry to see results.
Practicing Healing (00:37:49) Steve talks about his decision to start practicing praying for healing and the initial doubts he had.
Unbelief and Fasting (00:39:35) The discussion revolves around the passage where Jesus talks about unbelief and the role of fasting in eradicating unbelief.
Challenging Theology (00:45:25) Steve challenges the theology of those who claim that casting out demons or healing can be done easily, and suggests putting their beliefs to the test by praying over people.
The importance of prayer and fasting (00:46:11) Steve explains the significance of living a lifestyle of prayer and fasting, how it suppresses the soul and allows for better connection with God.
The benefits of fasting for spiritual control (00:47:17) Steve discusses how fasting suppresses the soul and allows the spirit to take control, leading to a better ability to hear God's voice and connect with the Holy Spirit.
Living a lifestyle of prayer and fasting for greater miracles (00:49:23) Steve emphasizes the importance of incorporating prayer and fasting into one's daily life to experience bigger miracles and have a deeper level of connection with God.
The feeling doesn't dictate actions (00:56:07) Steve discusses the misconception that faith is a feeling and emphasizes the importance of not letting feelings dictate actions.
Persistence in faith (01:00:25) Steve talks about the need for a persistence mindset in faith, using the example of the woman and the judge in the Bible.
Taking the risk in faith (01:03:20) Steve explains that faith is about taking risks and obeying God's instructions, even when there are doubts or fears.
Emotional Healing and Simple Methods (01:05:11) Discussion on the importance of simple methods for emotional healing, such as relational interactions and mind renewal.
Addressing False Beliefs and Changing Thinking (01:06:34) Exploration of the need to address false beliefs about God and oneself, and the importance of changing thinking patterns for healing and breakthrough.
Challenging the View of God's Control (01:12:15) Response to a survivor of sexual assault, explaining the theology that God is not in total control and the need to have a correct understanding of God's nature for healing and freedom.
The importance of understanding God's omnipotence and free will (01:13:56) Steve explains the need to understand that while God is all-powerful, He is also regulated in His own omnipotence due to the laws of free will.
The destructive nature of preaching harmful beliefs about God (01:17:13) Steve discusses how preaching harmful beliefs about God, such as blaming Him for causing or allowing suffering, defames His character and creates internal walls that block people from experiencing His love.
The need for a mind renewal and a deeper level of walking with God (01:19:34) Steve emphasizes the importance of a mind renewal and changing false beliefs about oneself and God in order to walk in a deeper level of relationship with Him and experience healing and transformation.
The Kingdom of God and Living a Purposeful Life (01:24:05) The importance of living a life dedicated to the Kingdom of God and making a difference in the world.
The Consequences of Rejecting Knowledge (01:24:51) Exploring the idea that lack of knowledge can lead to perishing and how rejecting knowledge can hinder personal growth and understanding.
Putting God First and Sacrifices for the Kingdom (01:28:21) The significance of prioritizing God above everything else, including family, and the need to make sacrifices to experience the benefits of the Kingdom of God.
The constant flow of joy in the Kingdom of God (01:33:16)