Kill the Dragon

Gunter Akridge
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Kill the Dragon

We’re delving into the shadows of religion, embarking on a journey to reclaim our lives from its grasp. We’ll be exploring the topic of the religious spirit, how it can rob us of the life God intends for us, and we’ll take a close look into what it looks like to authentically follow Jesus. Whether you’ve been wounded by religion, are in the process of deconstructing (or reconstructing) your faith, or simply yearn for a church that looks more like Jesus than a dragon, this podcast is for you.

  1. 09/04/2024

    BONUS - Miracle Stories (with Wes Pickering)

    In this bonus episode of Kill the Dragon Podcast, we're excited to have Wes Pickering back with us. This time, Wes dives into some truly incredible stories of people being healed by God's power. These aren't just stories—they're real experiences that will leave you inspired and maybe even saying, "Whaaaat?!" If you're curious about how miracles happen or just need a dose of hope, this episode is for you. Join us as Wes shares these moving and powerful testimonies.Support the showSign up ...

    36 min

  2. 08/28/2024

    Are Signs and Wonders For Today? (with Wes Pickering)

    In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the miraculous with special guest Wes Pickering. Are miracles and healing still happening today? Should we expect to see signs and wonders in our own lives? Wes shares his personal experiences and insights, exploring how God’s power manifests in the modern world. We discuss the nature of faith, the reality of divine intervention, and what it truly means to live a life open to the miraculous. Whether you're skeptical or a believer in the miraculous, ...

    32 min

  3. 08/21/2024

    Sacred Cows and New Wineskins (with Jeff Lyle)

    In this episode, we're joined by Jeff Lyle, host of the Mavericks and Misfits podcast and author of Figuring It Out As I Go: A Journey Into The Father's Heart. Together, we dive deep into the concept of toppling the sacred cows in our religious thinking and beliefs. Jeff shares his insights on how rigid traditions and unquestioned doctrines can hinder our spiritual growth and relationship with God. We explore the necessity of challenging these long-held beliefs, embracing the freedom that com...

    35 min

  4. 08/14/2024

    Why Fitness Matters (with Hunter Sprague)

    In this episode of KTD, we're exploring "Why Fitness Matters" with Hunter Sprague, founder of Monolith Movement. Hunter's mission is to inspire Christian men to embrace their God-given potential by prioritizing physical fitness as a vital part of their spiritual journey. We discuss how caring for your body is not just about exercise—it's about honoring the temple God gave you and using fitness as a weapon to combat the religious spirit that dismisses physical health as merely "temporal." Join...

    35 min

  5. 08/07/2024

    Laying New Foundations (with Natalie Runyon)

    Natalie Runyon is our guest this week. She's here to talk about her new book, The House That Jesus Built. She's on a mission to see God’s churches healthy, whole, and back on mission with the Great Commission and Great Command. As Natalie reminds us, we are the Church. We are the ones who can partner with Jesus to rebuild something beautiful out of the rubble—and back on the Rock.Pre-order Natalie's book The House That Jesus Built on Amazon today! Support the showSign up for email u...

    36 min

  6. 07/31/2024

    Enjoying Prayer (with Matthew Lilley)

    If you grew up in a religious environment you may or may not have a great relationship with prayer. If you see prayer as a stuffy religious exercise, our guest Matthew Lilley is here help untangle the religiosity so you can actually enjoy prayer! In this episode we will discover a new perspective on prayer and how it truly changes everything. presencepioneer.com Matthew's books: "David's Tabernacle: How God's Presence Changes Everything" "Enjoying Prayer: Knowing God and T...

    37 min

  7. 07/24/2024

    Slavery and the Dark Side of Religion (with Dr. Kwesi Degraft-Hanson)

    The history of slavery in the United States is well known. But lesser known are the stories of the people who lived under it. Dr. Kwesi Degraft-Hanson, expert on "The Weeping Time," one of the largest slave auctions in U.S. history, joins us for this episode. We talk about the history of slavery and religion as well as the responsibility we have to remember and work for reconcilation in the Church. https://oceans1.org/Support the showSign up for email updates and get the FREE E-book "How...

    37 min

  8. 07/17/2024

    Sowing For An Awakening (with David Thomas)

    In this episode we go behind the scenes of the Asbury Outpouring, a move of God that spread from a university in a small Kentucky town and touched the world. David Thomas, an eyewitness to this event from the very beginning, offers insight into how to think about revival and awakening and how we can sow seeds for a spiritual awakening in our day. https://awakeninglibrary.com/https://seedbed.com/https://www.amazon.com/s?k=sounds+from+heaven+by+peckham&crid=1VJJSJB5XLWUE&sprefix=so...

    38 min
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We’re delving into the shadows of religion, embarking on a journey to reclaim our lives from its grasp. We’ll be exploring the topic of the religious spirit, how it can rob us of the life God intends for us, and we’ll take a close look into what it looks like to authentically follow Jesus. Whether you’ve been wounded by religion, are in the process of deconstructing (or reconstructing) your faith, or simply yearn for a church that looks more like Jesus than a dragon, this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Gunter Akridge
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Higher Perspectives Press LLC
  • Show Website
    Kill the Dragon

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