As In Heaven

The Kingdom Principle of Wealth

Episode Summary:
Imagine growing up with a mindset that wealth was only for "others," never for you. 
Matt Davis starts this episode with a personal story about his family's relationship with money and how it shaped his life, especially as a pastor. 
This episode challenges that mindset, addressing the tension between poverty and wealth in the Kingdom of God. 
We want to redefine wealth from a Kingdom perspective - how can we break free from the anxiety and burden of money, and move toward stewardship and abundance? 
Bryan, Matt, and Chantal process what it means to manage wealth as faithful stewards in God's Kingdom, emphasizing spiritual abundance and the right use of material resources to expand God's work on earth.
Key Takeaways:
Kingdom Wealth vs. Prosperity Gospel: Wealth in the Kingdom is about stewardship, not accumulation for personal gain. It's about expanding God's Kingdom, not the prosperity gospel’s focus on material riches.
Money as a Tool, Not a Master: Money should serve us in expanding God's Kingdom, but it often becomes an idol. A proper Kingdom mindset frees us from the love of money and helps us use it as a tool for God's purposes.
Spiritual Wealth: True wealth is spiritual abundance - living in alignment with God’s values, growing in faith, and using our resources for good.
Breaking the Scarcity Mindset: The Kingdom of God operates on principles of abundance, not scarcity. Embracing these principles allows us to live generously and without fear.
Work is Worship: Everything we do, including work, is an opportunity to worship God. Our work, when done in the Kingdom, adds value to the world and glorifies Him.
Pull Quotes:
“Money is a terrible master but a wonderful servant.” – Bryan Elliott
“Jesus became poor so that we might become rich, not in material wealth, but in spiritual abundance.” – Matt Davis
“We are not consumers, we are dispensers.” – Chantal Fowler
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Introduction: Redefining Wealth in the Kingdom
02:07 – Matt's Story: Poverty Mentality and Ministry
06:20 – Kingdom Wealth vs. Prosperity Gospel
09:32 – Money vs. Wealth: The Spiritual Perspective
12:45 – How Money Becomes an Idol and Breaking Free
19:42 – The Role of Time and Relationships as Wealth
29:21 – Stewardship, Generosity, and Budgeting in the Kingdom
39:02 – Practical Steps for Living in Kingdom Wealth
51:55 – The Rich Young Ruler: Identity and Stewardship
58:29 – Chantel's Revelation: The System of Kingdom Wealth
1:09:47 – Retirement in the Kingdom: A False Goal
1:16:22 – Closing: Wealth as Stewardship in the Kingdom
 
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The Kingdom Principles of Tithing, Generosity and Faithfulness

Episode Summary
Everyone knows the struggle: You’re holding a wad of cash in your hand, knowing that God asks for everything but hesitating to give up control over your finances. 
In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan and Matt dive deep into the spiritual importance of tithing and generosity. 
The question we wrestle with is: What does it mean to trust God with not just our hearts, but our wallets? How does financial faithfulness unlock spiritual abundance?
Key Takeaways:
Tithing as a Heart Check: Tithing isn't just about finances; it's about trusting God as our provider and ensuring our hearts remain aligned with His will.
Faithfulness Leads to Fruitfulness: When we are faithful with what little we have, God increases our capacity and responsibilities.
Generosity Is a Kingdom Principle: Kingdom generosity isn’t about the amount but the heart behind the giving. It mirrors God’s own lavish generosity towards us.
Overcoming the Spirit of Poverty: Faithful giving and stewardship break the stronghold of scarcity and open the door to kingdom abundance.
The Joy of Giving: True generosity, whether financial or through acts of love and service, brings joy to both the giver and the receiver, aligning us with God's heart.
Pull Quotes:
"Tithing isn't about God needing our money; it's about God exposing the condition of our hearts."
"Faithfulness with little leads to greater responsibility in the kingdom. It’s not about how much we have, but how we manage it."
"The greatest thing we can give is love, and generosity is the purest expression of that love."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Introduction: Tithing, generosity, and the heart.
01:13 – The concept of first fruits and the power of Malachi 3:10-12.
04:17 – Why most Christians give below 10% and the importance of giving our best.
06:52 – The story of Cain and Abel and how tithing guards our hearts.
11:04 – Tithing in the Old Testament: More than 10%, it was a lifestyle.
15:51 – Jesus’ perspective on tithing and the heart behind it.
19:28 – Practical advice: Start with 1% and grow in faithfulness.
24:33 – Overcoming a poverty mentality: Breaking the stronghold of scarcity.
30:19 – The power of stewardship: Managing well what God has given us.
36:09 – Generosity vs. Giving: Giving from abundance and joy.
43:52 – Personal stories of generosity: The impact of small acts of love.
50:12 – The unstoppable cycle of kingdom abundance.
55:04 – Money in the church: Stewardship and transparency.
1:00:59 – Faithfulness as a demonstration of internal character and growth.
1:06:38 – Conclusion: Tithing as worship and obedience in the kingdom.
 
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Unearthed: God's Tenderness in Transforming Us (feat. "Aaron")

Episode Summary:
What if you were at the peak of success - career accolades, financial security, and a life full of accomplishments - only to have everything stripped away in an instant?
In this episode of As in Heaven, we dive into the journey of “Aaron,” a former CIA fellow and high-level consultant who gave up everything and found himself in a season of intense trial.
This episode asks the question: what happens when God asks us to let go of everything, to trust Him in the unknown, and to find a deeper identity in Him?
Key Takeaways:
Faith through trial: Aaron’s story shows the importance of trusting God through seasons of loss, knowing that God refines and shapes us in those moments.
God’s provision in unexpected ways: Throughout his journey, Aaron experienced miraculous provision, including supernatural healing and financial breakthrough, reminding us that God sees our needs and answers at the perfect time.
Stripping down to build up: The theme of being stripped of self-reliance is key as Aaron learns to rest in God’s provision rather than his own abilities, moving from success in the world’s eyes to success in God’s Kingdom.
Prayer as the foundation: Aaron’s encounters with prayer teams highlight the power of community and intercession, which became pivotal in his journey of healing and restoration.
Resting in the boat: Just as Jesus rested during the storm, Aaron learned to rest in God’s presence amidst his personal storms, trusting that God is in control even when life seems uncertain.
Pull Quotes:
“You walk with Christ, and He goes to war on your self-reliance.” - Aaron
“God doesn’t just want to restore your finances; He wants to restore your entire being.” - Matt Davis
“In the stillness, the illusions of distractions go away, and you begin to see God’s hand in everything.” - Aaron
Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction to Aaron’s story and the theme of God’s refining process
05:13 - The first meeting: A divine encounter and miraculous healing
12:20 - Aaron’s backstory: From the CIA to Fortune 500 success
18:10 - God’s call to obedience: Walking away from wealth and success
23:55 - The stripping process: Financial struggles and total dependence on God
31:00 - Prayer and provision: Supernatural interventions and community support
40:45 - Inner healing: Addressing deep wounds from Aaron’s past
50:05 - The transformation: Learning to rest and trust in God’s faithfulness
56:30 - Conclusion: Encouragement for listeners to trust God in their own storms

The Kingdom Principle of Unity

Episode Summary
The enemy is always plotting against the Church, determined to destroy its influence. On a whiteboard, his strategy is simple: create strife and disunity. 
This installment of As In Heaven emphasizes the importance of unity in the body of Christ. 
In this conversation you will hear how disunity is one of the enemy’s most effective tactics and how true unity, modeled after the Trinity, strengthens the Church and brings fear to the enemy’s plans. 
How do we foster real unity in the body of Christ in a world filled with division?
Key Takeaways:
Unity is a Weapon: True unity within the body of Christ terrifies the enemy, as it reflects God's nature and is powerful against his plans.
Peacekeeping vs. Peacemaking: The Church must move beyond avoiding conflict (peacekeeping) to actively resolving issues and restoring relationships (peacemaking).
Sonship Enables Unity: When we embrace our identity as sons and daughters of God, we become free from competition and comparison, fostering unity with others.
The Power of Relationships: Healthy relationships, built on trust, humility, and vulnerability, are the foundation of unity in the Church and society.
Koinonia (Communion) Connects Us: Fellowship and shared faith (koinonia) empower the Church to function as one body, reflecting God's triune unity.
Pull Quotes:
"Unity within the body of Christ terrifies the enemy because when we are one, we reflect the perfect oneness of the Trinity."
"A son knows who they are, who God is, and how they fit into the kingdom, so they don't need to compare or compete with others."
"Peacekeepers avoid conflict, but peacemakers resolve it - unity comes from working through the tensions."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction: The enemy’s strategy to destroy unity within the Church.
01:00 - Why the body of Christ often struggles with unity and the importance of following the Trinity as our model.
03:10 - Jesus’ prayer for unity before His crucifixion and the spiritual power of unity against the enemy.
06:22 - Peacekeeping vs. Peacemaking: The need for true reconciliation in relationships.
09:24 - Psalm 133 and the commanded blessing of unity in the Church.
10:35 - Unity in diversity: The importance of fellowship among believers from different backgrounds.
11:21 - Multiplying power through unity: The strength of community compared to individual efforts.
13:51 - Vulnerability and trust as essential components of unity and healthy relationships.
17:12 - The epidemic of loneliness in the digital age and the importance of face-to-face relationships.
18:50 - Koinonia: The role of fellowship and shared faith in creating unity within the body of Christ.
23:45 - Every member matters: The body of Christ needs all parts to function properly.
27:20 - Communion as the great leveler: The power of remembering Christ’s sacrifice to unify all believers.
29:05 - Conclusion: The call for grace to live out unity as a reflection of God’s kingdom.
 
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The Kingdom Principles of Faith and Words

Episode Summary
Picture yourself looking up at a massive iceberg, amazed by its height and beauty and your relative smallness. You can’t imagine it growing any taller. It’s hard to believe you see only a fraction of what lies beneath the surface. 
That's how many of us approach faith and the power of our words. We see a glimpse, but there's so much more depth that remains untapped. 
In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliot, Chantal Fowler, and Matt Davis talk about the surprisingly significant impact that faith and spoken words have on shaping our realities. 
They dive deep into understanding the Biblical terms logos and rhema - how God's words not only created the universe but also invite us to co-create with Him today. 
The episode addresses a critical question: How can we access the hidden power of our faith and words to manifest heaven on earth?
Key Takeaways:
Logos vs. Rhema: The logos refers to the written word of God, while the rhema is the spoken word, alive and active through faith.
Faith Is Action-Oriented: True faith goes beyond intellectual agreement - it compels action, as seen throughout the Bible, from Noah to Jesus' disciples.
Words Have Power: The words we speak either empower the Kingdom of Light or the Kingdom of Darkness, making it crucial to speak life.
Stewardship of Faith: Even a mustard seed of faith, when stewarded well, can lead to incredible outcomes. Faith grows through trust and action.
Faith and Love Are Interconnected: Galatians 5:6 shows that faith is perfected through love, meaning that faith is deeply tied to a relationship with God and others.
Pull Quotes:
"Faith says, 'I'll see it when I believe it.' The unseen realm is the superior realm, the realm from which everything is created."
"When we speak the word through faith, we are co-creating with God. His Word in our mouth is as powerful as His Word in His mouth."
"Faith looks to God, not to man or our own strength. As faith becomes activated, the realm of the impossible opens up."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction: Overview of today's guests and discussion on faith and words.
01:16 - Exploring the terms logos and rhema: What do they mean, and how do they shape our faith?
03:10 - Faith in action: How Jesus' words activated faith in others, and the relationship between belief and action.
06:29 - The role of faith throughout Biblical history, from Noah to Joseph to Jesus' disciples.
11:55 - Understanding faith through love: Moving from intellectual faith to heartfelt trust in God's goodness.
17:04 - How our words shape reality: The power of declarations and their impact on our spiritual and physical worlds.
29:19 - Practical application: The role of stewardship in faith and answered prayers.
44:58 - Co-creating with God: How we partner with God to bring heavenly realities to earth through faith and words.
48:05 - Conclusion and call to action: The kingdom principles of faith and words aligned with God's promises.
 
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Unearthed: Manna From Canada (feat. Deniz Koprulu)

Episode Summary:
Picture walking into a neighborhood bakery and sensing something deeper than the smell of fresh bread - an atmosphere charged with love, peace, and transformation. What if that bakery wasn’t just a place to satisfy your hunger, but a place where heaven meets earth, and lives are transformed daily?
In this episode of the As in Heaven podcast, we uncover how one woman, Deniz Koprulu, went from opening a small bakery in Toronto to becoming a beacon of hope and spiritual transformation, turning her bakery into an Ecclesia—a gathering place where Jesus shows up every day.
Her story invites us to consider how we can bring the presence of heaven into our everyday spaces.
Key Takeaways:
God shows up in unexpected places: Deniz’s bakery became a place where heaven touches earth, showing that God can use any space as a meeting place with Him.
Love is the most powerful tool for transformation: Deniz’s testimony highlights how her acts of love, through her baking and interactions, opened doors for people to experience the love of Christ.
The Ecclesia is not just a Sunday gathering: Deniz’s story challenges the traditional view of the church, showing that the body of Christ can gather and worship in everyday spaces like a bakery.
God answers specific prayers: Deniz’s journey shows how God spoke to her through people, events, and even customers, answering her prayers and guiding her in both spiritual and practical matters.
Boldness in faith leads to impact: Deniz stepped out in faith to make Jesus known in her community, transforming not only her life but also the lives of those she encountered.
Pull Quotes:
"Why limit Jesus to a church building? He’s everywhere - He’s in me, and He’s in my bakery." - Deniz Koprulu
"I’m just a simple baker, but God is using my little bakery to impact my whole neighborhood." - Deniz Koprulu
"Heaven is not just for church on Sundays; it’s meant to show up in our everyday lives and spaces." - Bryan Elliott
Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction: Meeting Deniz Koprulu and her story
02:07 - Deniz’s background: From Turkey to Toronto’s bakery scene
07:27 - Discovering the presence of God in the bakery
12:33 - The turning point: Deniz’s first encounter with Jesus through prayer
16:47 - Surrendering to Jesus: Deniz’s journey to faith
22:21 - The bakery as an Ecclesia: A place of ministry and community transformation
26:57 - Deniz’s dream of "The Table" and creating spaces of testimony
31:59 - Deniz’s message to business owners: Bringing heaven into everyday spaces

The Kingdom Principle of Ekklesia

How can we, as believers, live out our role as the Ekklesia - God's called-out ones - beyond the walls of a church building, bringing the power and principles of heaven into every sphere of life?
In this episode, we explore what it means to live as Ekklesia - God's legislative assembly on earth - and how ordinary people and places, like a humble bakery, can become gateways to heaven's influence.
Key Takeaways:
The Ekklesia is not confined to a building or Sunday service: It is a 24/7 movement of believers called to bring heaven to earth.
We are participationists in God's grand story: Our role is to be available and active in our communities, workplaces, and homes, shaping society according to God's kingdom.
The power of agreement and unity is foundational: When two or more gather in Christ's name, they have the authority to legislate heaven’s realities on earth.
Spiritual warfare is real, but victory is assured: When we understand our identity in Christ, we can operate from a place of guaranteed victory rather than fear.
Start small but with purpose: Whether it's in your family, workplace, or community, begin by taking responsibility for the area God has placed you in.
Pull Quotes:
"We are participationists in God's grand story. Our job? To be available, ready for His move at any time."
"You don't need a big church or special building to be Ekklesia. Two believers in agreement can change the spiritual atmosphere."
"The kingdom of God is fully relational - it operates through love, and only through love can we transform the world."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Introduction: Defining Ekklesia and its broader implications beyond traditional church.
03:00 – Called Out Ones: Exploring the true meaning of Ekklesia as a legislative body with authority to influence the world.
10:00 – The Power of Agreement: How two or more gathered in Jesus' name can transform the spiritual landscape.
17:00 – Bringing Heaven to Earth: Practical steps to live out your role as Ekklesia in your family, business, and community.
30:00 – Spiritual Warfare: Understanding the battle and operating from a place of victory.
50:00 – Ecclesia in Unexpected Places: The story of a bakery transformed into a hub of God’s kingdom.
1:03:00 – The Kingdom Economy: How the principles of God’s kingdom can create sustainable, flourishing economies.
1:10:00 – Closing Encouragement: A call to action to live as Ekklesia, wherever you are.
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The Kingdom Principle of Co-Ruling

Episode Summary:
Imagine standing in front of God and asking, "Why are there so many problems in the world?" Now imagine God turning to you and saying, "This is why I sent you." 
This is the crux of the episode: we are co-rulers with Christ, tasked with partnering with God to bring about His kingdom on earth. 
In this episode of As In Heaven, we shoulder the weighty responsibility we carry as co-heirs with Christ, exploring the Kingdom Principle of co-ruling and what it means for believers to take action in solving the world’s problems.
Key Takeaways:
We are called to be co-rulers with Christ — Our role as believers is to exercise Kingdom authority and extend God’s rule on earth through our actions and decisions.
Faithful stewardship starts small but extends broadly — Like tending a garden, we can bring Kingdom solutions into our homes, communities, and eventually the world.
Kingdom authority is tied to humility and intimacy with God — Before we can rule, we must first yield our hearts fully to King Jesus.
Kingdom advancement involves both prayer and action — It’s not enough to pray; we are called to be active participants in bringing Kingdom solutions to the problems we see around us.
Healing the world begins with us — God has chosen believers to be the solution to the world's pain and suffering, empowering us to bring restoration and order in every sphere of life.
Pull Quotes:
"God didn’t just send you to pray for change; He sent you to be the change."
"We are living gateways for the Kingdom of Heaven to come to earth."
"Without God, we cannot. Without us, God will not."
Chapter Markers:
[00:00] - Introduction to Kingdom SolutionsSetting the stage for the episode's focus on the Kingdom Principle of co-ruling with God.
[01:22] - Tikkun Olam: Repairing the WorldExploring the concept of humanity’s divine partnership with God in repairing the brokenness of the world.
[02:05] - Our Role as Co-RulersDiscussing what it means to be co-heirs with Christ, responsible for stewarding God’s authority on earth.
[06:11] - The Garden AnalogyA metaphor for how we are called to cultivate small “pockets of heaven” and expand God's Kingdom across the earth.
[10:52] - The Power of Humility and PrayerThe importance of repentance, prayer, and humility in inviting God’s presence to move through us.
[13:32] - Kingdom Authority in Everyday LifeHow believers can bring Kingdom solutions into business, family, and communities.
[19:21] - Reclaiming Lost GroundAddressing how the Church can regain the influence and authority that has been relinquished to the world.
[23:04] - Practical Partnership with GodStories and examples of how believers can practically live out their calling as co-rulers.
[30:04] - Kingdom Authority and TransformationExploring the power of God’s authority to bring transformation to every area of life.
[41:31] - Closing PrayerEnding with a call to embrace the grace and responsibility of ruling and reigning with Christ in all areas of life.
 
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