That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs Understanding Spiritual Warfare and How Faith Becomes Your Shield with Jonathan Pokluda- Episode 989
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Jun 26, 2025 Jonathan Pokluda, a pastor and author of 'Your Story Has a Villain,' explores the often-blurry line between spiritual warfare and everyday fatigue. He offers insights on distinguishing genuine spiritual battles from mere exhaustion. The discussion also touches on the significance of mental health, quality sleep, and finding joy in spiritual struggles. Through inspiring stories, Pokluda emphasizes the power of faith and community in overcoming challenges, encouraging listeners to recognize their role in the spiritual journey.
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Car Trouble and Spiritual Warfare
- JP shares a story about a car not starting on a Sunday morning as a humorous example of spiritual warfare.
- He questions whether it was a demon or just a mechanical issue like a dead battery or alternator.
Fallen Emotions Reflect Warfare
- All fallen emotions like bad moods are at least products of spiritual warfare due to the fall.
- This makes us susceptible to demonic attacks that exploit our emotional low points.
Combat Warfare With Faith
- When feeling down or tempted, stop and fill your mind with truth and prayer.
- Also, sometimes the most spiritual thing to do is take care of yourself with food and rest.
