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#298 Should Christians Practice Deliverance Ministry? | Pt. 3, with Simon Brace

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Mar 30, 2025

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Simon Brace

In this discussion, Simon Brace, Regional Director of Ratio Christi in South Africa, shares his unique insights on deliverance ministry and spiritual warfare. He explores the heightened experiences of demonic activity in various cultures, especially contrasting African traditional religions with Western perspectives. Brace emphasizes the need for discernment in understanding spiritual battles and critiques the influence of modern ideologies on faith. His experiences reveal the importance of aligning teachings with Biblical truth, advocating for robust theological education in navigating complex spiritual encounters.

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True Nature of Spiritual Warfare

Spiritual warfare is primarily a battle of ideas, not just demonic activity.
Satan deceives through lies and false doctrines, so truth is the Christian's weapon.

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Jesus' Central Purpose

Jesus' central mission was to witness to the truth, not merely reconcile humanity with God.
Christians should prioritize truth, even amidst potential demonic distractions.

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Strongholds as Arguments

Strongholds in 2 Corinthians 10 represent intellectual arguments against the gospel, not demonic forces.
Christians demolish these strongholds by proclaiming truth and engaging in reasoned discourse.

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Dismantling Strongholds in Thought

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Truth in Christian Philosophy

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Confronting Woke Ideology in Evangelicalism

In 'The Dialectic of Sex,' Shulamith Firestone presents a revolutionary analysis of gender inequality by combining Marxist theory with feminist ideals. She critiques biological determinism and traditional gender roles, arguing that these are socially constructed barriers to women's liberation. Firestone also challenges Freudian psychoanalytic theories, advocating for a society where gender roles are not predetermined by biology. The book envisions a future where the distinction between sexes no longer dictates social roles, aiming for a post-revolutionary society free from gender-based oppression.

Real Christianity

Dale Partridge

Pedagogy of the Oppressed

Paulo Freire

Paulo Freire's "Pedagogy of the Oppressed" is a seminal work in education theory that critiques traditional, banking-style education and advocates for a more liberating approach. Freire argues that education should be a transformative process that empowers students to critically analyze their world and challenge oppressive structures. He emphasizes dialogue and participatory learning as essential tools for fostering critical consciousness and social change. The book's enduring influence lies in its challenge to traditional power dynamics in education and its call for a more just and equitable learning environment. Freire's work has inspired educators and activists around the world to rethink their approaches to teaching and learning.

Gender Trouble

Feminism and the Subversion of Identity

Judith Butler

In 'Gender Trouble,' Judith Butler challenges traditional notions of gender and sex, arguing that gender is not an innate or natural aspect of human identity but rather a social construct that is performed and reinforced through societal norms and behaviors. Butler distinguishes between sex, which refers to biological traits, and gender, which is a constructed category. She introduces the concept of 'performativity,' suggesting that gender is created through repeated actions and performances. The book critiques the binary gender system and explores how non-normative sexual practices and identities can subvert and challenge traditional gender categories. Butler's work has been influential in feminist theory, queer theory, and LGBTQ activism, and continues to be a foundational text in gender studies.

Africa

John Reeder

The Wretched of the Earth

Frantz Fanon

Frantz Fanon's "The Wretched of the Earth" is a seminal work of postcolonial theory that explores the psychological and social effects of colonialism on colonized peoples. Fanon argues that colonialism creates a system of oppression that dehumanizes and alienates the colonized, leading to violence and resistance. He analyzes the role of violence in the struggle for liberation, emphasizing its necessity in breaking the cycle of oppression. The book also examines the process of decolonization, highlighting the need for a complete transformation of society and the creation of new forms of social and political organization. Fanon's work remains highly influential in discussions of colonialism, decolonization, and the ongoing struggle for racial and social justice.

Love your God with all your mind

James Porter Moreland

In episode three of our series on deliverance ministry, we dive into the question of what is going on in other countries. As we've challenged the paradigm of deliverance ministry, many commenters have suggested that my guests and I might not understand the true nature of deliverance because we live in America. But what about the idea that there is a heightened experience of demonic activity in other countries? Do Christians outside of the influence of the West need access to different teachings and protocols to handle demonic encounters? In today's episode, the Regional Director of Ratio Christi in South Africa, Simon Brace, joins the podcast to talk about his experience of living in South Africa for much of his life. He discusses the influence of African religions and the true nature of spiritual warfare.

Dr. Geisler's paper: Beware of Philosophy: https://etsjets.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/files_JETS-PDFs_42_42-1_42-1-pp003-019_JETS.pdf

Charles Maliks's paper Two Tasks:: https://etsjets.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/files_JETS-PDFs_23_23-4_23-4-pp289-296_JETS.pdf

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