Fortified Follower

Mackenzie Gebken
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Fortified Follower is a podcast created to strengthen followers of Jesus Christ in building a life that is fortified against the attacks of the enemy by increasing knowledge of God, self, Satan and the spiritual realm, through exploring the Word of God, dissecting topics of conversation and through the Holy Spirit's leading, while gaining deeper revelation on the importance of prayer. Join me as we live a life that is FORTIFIED!

Episodes

  1. Jan 1

    The Year of the Lord's Favor | Ep. 10

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we explore the year of the Lord’s favor by examining the prophecy Jesus fulfilled from Isaiah 61:1–2, as recorded in Luke 4:18–19. Jesus declared His mission clearly: to preach the Good News and bring freedom.We also look at those Jesus sent out during His ministry on earth—specifically the twelve disciples and the seventy-two (Luke 9 and 10). He commissioned them to do what He was doing: sharing the Gospel and bringing freedom through healing. Together, we discuss the spiritual implications of the words Jesus spoke.But this mission didn’t end with Jesus or those He sent out then, it continues with us. We begin to understand that Jesus was not referring to a specific year, but to an ongoing reality of those who believe in Him. Whenever the Gospel is proclaimed and freedom is released in the name of Jesus, that is the Lord’s favor at work.The year of the Lord’s favor began with Jesus and continues through His followers. We have been commissioned. We are called to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor by doing the works Jesus did—and even greater. You are called. As followers of Jesus, this is our commission.We are being sent out with boldness and confidence. May the Lord’s favor rest upon you as you live out the year of the Lord’s favor. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com

    24 min

  2. 12/24/2025

    Jesus, the Fulfillment | Ep. 9

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we explore the powerful prophecies fulfilled through the birth of Jesus and the earliest moments of His life, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew and cross referenced throughout Scripture. Together, we trace how God’s ancient promises, spoken through prophets centuries before, find their fulfillment in the arrival of Christ. Beginning with the fulfillment of the virgin birth (Matthew 1:23; Isaiah 7:14; Luke 1:22–37), we then journey to Bethlehem, to unfold the prophesy of a ruler coming from Bethlehem (Matthew 2:6; Micah 5:2; Luke 2:1–7). We follow the story to Egypt where Jesus is called out of Egypt as God’s Son, while also taking a look at the foreshadowing that took place with Israel in Exodus (Matthew 2:15; Hosea 11:1; Exodus 4:22; Matthew 2:13–15, 19–21), to then see how Jesus arrives at Nazareth (Matthew 2:23; Isaiah 11:1). We also highlight God’s covenant with David - that he would have offspring on the throne forever (Luke 1:32; 2 Samuel 7:4–5, 12; Psalm 89:3–4; 132:11–12; Jeremiah 33:17; Luke 1:69). The fulfilled prophecies remind us that Jesus is truly the promised Savior, that God is sovereign and intentional in all things and that He had a plan to reconcile us back to Him all along. Jesus was born to take away our sins and the sins of the world. He is the joy of our salvation, our hope for eternity, and the testament that God always keeps His promises. As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, let us always remember that His life reminds us of the greatest gift of all time, the gift of salvation that we receive when we accept Him. Praying you have a blessed Christmas and soak in the presence of the Savior. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    29 min

  3. 12/10/2025

    Insecurities | Ep. 8

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we explore the role insecurities play in keeping us from stepping into the assignments God calls us to. Focusing on a portion of Moses’ story in Exodus, we discuss how he questioned his abilities and allowed his insecurities to shape his reluctant response to God’s call. We also examine God’s patient and purposeful replies, and reflect on the ways we, like Moses, sometimes wrestle with insecurities as we consider our own responses to the Lord’s leading. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    29 min

  4. 11/26/2025

    Releasing Control | Ep. 7

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we discuss why and how to release control to God, our loving Father. He knows best and it is freeing when we give Him control. We must trust Him and have a personal, strong and healthy relationship with Him to release control and fully surrender to Him. He is a loving God who desires the best for us. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    26 min

  5. 11/12/2025

    Daily Prayers Ep. 6

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we hear about daily prayers for the morning, the evening, and throughout the day. These prayers are to encourage you to be intentional about what you are praying in the specific times of the day. There are so many ways we can be mindful about the Lord's presence during our day and we must build the muscle to talk to Him and pray without ceasing. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    30 min

  6. 10/29/2025 ·  Bonus

    Letters to My Generation | Bonus Ep.

    In this episode, you will hear two letters to this generation - one to the believer, one to the unbeliever (not yet believer). We ARE revival!! The time is now. Continue to endure, child of God. Share this message with the unbelievers in your life, as you feel led! If you said the prayer of salvation, start reading the Bible, get plugged into a local body of believers and be discipled. I would love to hear from you, to pray for you and to see how I can encourage you in this walk! Best decision ever! Email me - fortifiedfollower@gmail.com or dm me on instagram @fortifiedfollower I love my generation. I love all of you! Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    15 min

  7. 10/22/2025 ·  Bonus

    To My Generation Part 2 Ep. 5

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we hear part 2 of what the Lord is speaking to our generation. We explore supporting Bible verses for what the Lord revealed. You will be encouraged knowing you are set apart. You will gain clarity on what the Spirit is speaking to the churches and what that means for us. You will feel convicted to no longer justifying your sin or deliberately sin, to ride yourself of idols, to remove and stay away from witchcraft, to stop supporting places that support unrighteousness. You will be motivated and strengthened to love one another, cut the business, pray and intercede, know God’s voice, be intentional with the season you’re in, and to go make disciples!  Join me as we receive this message from the Lord, study His Word on what it looks like and apply it to ourselves and our generation! Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    47 min

  8. 10/15/2025

    To My Generation Part 1 Ep. 4

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we hear a message from the Lord for our generation. What is the Lord speaking to us? We explore supporting Bible verses for what the Lord revealed. You will leave encouraged, knowing that you are powerful, anointed, grounded and passionate. The Lord is breaking word curses and speaking life over our generation! Join me as we receive this message from the Lord, study His Word on what it looks like and declare His Word over ourselves and our generation! Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New episode released every other Wednesday!

    29 min

  9. 10/01/2025

    The Posture of a Servant Ep. 3

    In The Posture of a Servant, we look to Jesus as a pure example of how we should posture ourselves to live a life that represents Him. We take an in-depth look at all Jesus knew when He took on the posture of a servant to wash His disciples feet - He knew the time, who His betrayer was, that He had access to everything, where He came from and where He was going, His identity, and that He was an example. Imagine if we took on this posture in our everyday lives. Base text is John 13:1-20. Y'all this is sooooo good. Join me as we learn more about humbling ourselves to take on the posture of a servant, as Jesus so preciously did! How can you intentionally serve this week? Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com New Episode released every other Wednesday!

    37 min

  10. 09/17/2025

    Consecration Ep. 2

    In this episode of Fortified Follower, we dive into the biblical meaning of consecration—both in the Old Testament and the New Testament. We explore the historical practices God’s people followed, what changed after Jesus came, and what consecration looks like for believers today. Using Strong’s Concordance (H6942 and G1457), we uncover what it means to already be consecrated in Christ while also walking in an ongoing process of consecration. You’ll also gain practical steps on how to partner with God in setting yourself apart for His purposes. Join me as we study God’s Word and discover how to live a consecrated life! To clarify - What Jesus did on the cross was for ALL people, for the forgiveness of sins. Those who choose to believe in Him receive the benefit of the cross - eternal life in Christ. Thank you for being here! Let's follow Jesus and live a life that is fortified! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com

    36 min

  11. 09/03/2025

    What It Means to Be a Fortified Follower! Ep. 1

    In this episode, we dive in to what it means to be a Fortified Follower. If I'm being completely transparent, when the Lord gave me the name for the podcast, I did not know what fortified meant and when I looked it up, it didn't get any clearer. It was through prayer and time with God that He brought me the revelation of what it means to be a Fortified Follower - and man, is it powerful! Join me to learn and understand what it means to be a Fortified Follower and how you can live it out. Thank you for being here! Let's become more fortified together! Instagram: @fortifiedfollower YouTube: Fortified Follower Email: fortifiedfollower@gmail.com

    43 min

  12. Trailer

    Welcome to Fortified Follower!

    Welcome to Fortified Follower! Fortified Follower is a podcast created to strengthen followers of Jesus Christ in building a life that if fortified against the attacks of the enemy through increasing knowledge of God, self, Satan and the spiritual realm by exploring the Word of God, dissecting topics of conversation and through the Holy Spirit's leading while also gaining a deeper revelation on the importance of prayer. Join me as we follow Jesus and live a life that is fortified. Instagram: @fortifiedfollower https://www.instagram.com/fortifiedfollower?igsh=cHV1czlvN3pucXF4&utm_source=qr YouTube: Fortified Follower https://youtu.be/fFLFt8OKlmw Email: fortifiedfollwer@gmail.com

    1 min

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About

Fortified Follower is a podcast created to strengthen followers of Jesus Christ in building a life that is fortified against the attacks of the enemy by increasing knowledge of God, self, Satan and the spiritual realm, through exploring the Word of God, dissecting topics of conversation and through the Holy Spirit's leading, while gaining deeper revelation on the importance of prayer. Join me as we live a life that is FORTIFIED!

Information

  • Creator
    Mackenzie Gebken
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mackenzie Gebken
  • Show Website
    Fortified Follower