As In Heaven

Unearthed: A Kingdom Family (feat. Tyler & Heather Cox)

Episode Summary:
Picture yourself being lost in the wilderness, searching for a way out but finding no clear path.
Tyler and Heather Cox found themselves in a prolonged wilderness season that nearly broke their family apart. Financial hardship, emotional distress, and spiritual confusion overwhelmed them.
But in this episode, we explore how God doesn’t abandon us in these wilderness seasons. Through divine appointments, like connecting with Bryan Elliott, they found healing, fatherly love, and restoration in unexpected ways.
This episode discusses how God meets us in our deepest struggles and how spiritual family can be part of our healing process.
Key Takeaways:
Wilderness seasons often feel isolating, but they are part of God's refining process, testing and humbling us.
Spiritual family plays a crucial role in our healing and growth, representing the Father’s heart in practical ways.
God’s provision, even in times of hardship, is undeniable - whether it's through financial help or emotional healing.
Forgiveness, especially for family wounds, is a significant step toward spiritual freedom and transformation.
Being open to God’s direction and building authentic relationships can lead to unexpected blessings and deep healing.
Pull Quotes:
"We don't just forgive the person; we go through the depths of how it made us feel, and then blessing them at the end."
"God sustains us in the wilderness, and we don’t even know the fullness of the fruit that will come from those seasons."
"The spiritual father represents the heart of God, bringing healing and restoration even when we feel abandoned."
Chapter Markers:
[00:00] - Introduction: Meeting Tyler and Heather Cox
[03:14] - Tyler and Heather’s Backstory: Ministry and Marriage
[10:05] - The Wilderness Season: Hardship, Anxiety, and Spiritual Struggles
[14:39] - The Dinner with Bryan: A Spiritual Turning Point
[17:30] - Inner Healing: Forgiveness and Deliverance
[24:55] - Spiritual Fatherhood: Bryan’s Role in Their Healing
[31:51] - Moving Forward: Transformation and Hope in the Wilderness
[34:42] - Closing Thoughts: God’s Provision in the Wilderness
 
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The Kingdom of God Is At Hand!

Podcast Summary:
In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliott and host Matt Davis are joined by Bryan’s daughter Bryn, and Chantal Fowler to explore the connection between repentance and the Kingdom of God. 
Through personal stories and spiritual insights, the discussion tackles the critical, often overlooked role repentance plays in accessing the Kingdom of God. By embracing repentance as a lifestyle, believers can experience deeper intimacy with God, break free from strongholds, and align themselves with God’s original design. 
The episode emphasizes the power of turning to God, not just for personal salvation but for living a life that invites others into the Kingdom through discipleship, family restoration, and love.
Key Takeaways:
Repentance as a Gateway: True repentance is essential for entering and experiencing the Kingdom of God. It’s more than just a one-time event - it's a lifestyle that leads to transformation.
Breaking Strongholds: Strongholds are hidden belief systems that work against God’s truth. Through repentance and the renewing of the mind, these strongholds can be broken, allowing freedom.
Family Discipleship: Discipleship begins at home. Restoring broken relationships within the family through repentance and love creates a foundation for generational discipleship.
Reflecting the Father: In challenging relationships, asking “Who are you reflecting?” helps believers align with God rather than reacting to others in hurt or judgment.
The Power of Sonship: Before being effective fathers or mothers, individuals must fully embrace their identity as sons and daughters of God, rooted in His love.
Pull Quotes:
“Repentance is not just a moment - it’s a lifestyle. It’s about constantly turning back to the original design God has for us.” – Bryan Elliott
“Strongholds are belief systems that set themselves up against God’s truth, but the Holy Spirit gives us the power to tear them down.” – Chantal Fowler
“I couldn’t be a good father until I learned to be a son. Being a son of God taught me how to show up for my family.” – Bryan Elliott
Chapter Markers:
[00:00] – Welcome and Introductions
[01:46] – The Connection Between Repentance and the Kingdom of God
[03:17] – Personal Stories of Repentance and Transformation
[06:23] – Childlike Faith: A Superpower in the Kingdom
[08:18] – The Asbury Revival: The Power of Repentance
[11:09] – Living a Life That Leads to Repentance
[13:27] – Breaking Strongholds: Changing the Way We Think
[20:48] – Awareness of God’s Presence in Our Lives
[27:36] – The Heart: Guarding It Diligently
[31:00] – Overcoming Strongholds and Emotional Healing
[45:33] – Restoring Family Relationships Through Repentance
[52:19] – Discipleship: Starting in the Family
[1:06:05] – M46 Ministries: Restoring Father-Child Relationships
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Seeking His Kingdom

Podcast Summary:
Remember the game of hide and seek we played as kids? In this episode of As in Heaven, Matt Davis and Bryan Elliott explore a far more profound version of seeking - not just people but the kingdom of God. 
How do we seek God's kingdom and His righteousness in a world full of distractions and struggles? 
Bryan shares his transformational journey of dethroning self, embracing surrender, and discovering the powerful reality of God's kingdom through deep intimacy with Jesus. They discuss how we can lose our lives to gain true life, unpacking the idea that seeking the kingdom changes everything, from how we face anxiety to how we understand trials.
Key Takeaways:
Seeking the kingdom of God begins with surrendering our desires and making Jesus the King of our lives.
God often allows struggles and trials to bring us into deeper trust and intimacy with Him.
The process of "dying to self" brings resurrection life and freedom in every area of life, including relationships and purpose.
Faith is not passive - seeking God's kingdom is an active pursuit of His presence, principles, and power.
True freedom and joy come when we live for something bigger than ourselves, partnering with God to bring kingdom solutions to the world.
Pull Quotes:
"The kingdom of God is all about freedom, and anxiety is the opposite. We’re given all authority, and anxiety stems from powerlessness."
"If we have God, we have everything. We seek Him, and we get it all."
"You don’t have to have earthly wealth to make eternal investments."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Story Hook: Hide and Seek – Matt shares a childhood game and transitions to seeking the kingdom of God.
01:34 – Seeking First the Kingdom – Bryan reflects on his journey of dethroning self and enthroning God.
02:59 – Losing Your Life to Find It – The discussion of surrendering personal desires to embrace God’s kingdom.
06:02 – Motivation for Seeking the Kingdom – Adjusting our motives to seek Jesus as the ultimate goal, not the rewards.
08:47 – Jesus as the Key to the Kingdom – How intimacy with Jesus opens the door to experiencing God’s kingdom.
10:14 – Exploring the Kingdom – Bryan explains why many Christians settle for less when a whole kingdom is available.
13:07 – Trusting God Through Trials – How to trust God’s process even when life is unpredictable.
17:25 – The Offensive Kingdom – Bryan emphasizes living from victory in Jesus and going on the offensive for the kingdom.
20:53 – Anxiety and Trusting God – Overcoming anxiety by trusting in God’s kingdom and refocusing on His promises.
23:26 – Living in Kingdom Freedom – How fear and anxiety stem from a lack of trust, and how seeking the kingdom is the antidote.
30:46 – Seeking First the Kingdom and Righteousness – Bryan’s transformation through seeking God and seeing life in a new light.
36:47 – Focusing on God, Not the Enemy – Avoiding the traps of either glorifying Satan or ignoring his presence entirely.
44:47 – The Power of Testimony – How sharing testimonies of God’s work strengthens faith and accelerates others' journeys.
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The Kingdom Reality

Podcast Summary: 
What if you find yourself living a life weighed down by the burdens and trials of this world, but then you discover a reality that offers peace, joy, and hope that surpasses all understanding. 
This is the kingdom reality God offers His people, not just in the future, but right now. In this episode of As In Heaven, we explore the profound question: How can we live out the kingdom of heaven on earth amidst our earthly struggles? 
Bryan and Matt dive deep into the concept of surrendering to God’s will, accessing His kingdom through intimacy with Him, and experiencing a life of freedom that transcends our circumstances. Bryan shares personal stories of how embracing this kingdom reality radically transformed his life, even in the midst of immense suffering.
Key Takeaways:
The kingdom of God is always within reach, and we can access it through intimacy and surrender to Jesus.
True freedom is found in surrender, allowing God's grace to work in and through us.
The kingdom life is other-focused; as we receive from God, we are meant to give and bless others.
Trials and suffering are opportunities to experience God's peace and joy, even when circumstances seem overwhelming.
Earthly wealth and comforts are temporary, but investing in the eternal kingdom yields rewards that cannot be taken away.
Pull Quotes:
"The kingdom of God is the presence of Jesus, and where we surrender, He rules and reigns."
"We are far too easily pleased, settling for lesser things when Jesus offers us infinite joy and a kingdom reality now."
"You don't have to have earthly wealth to make eternal investments."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – The Earthly Reality vs. The Kingdom Reality: Matt Davis introduces the episode by contrasting the struggles of earthly life with the promise of God’s kingdom.
01:20 – Bryan’s Journey of Surrender: Bryan Elliott shares his personal story of how surrendering his life to God opened the door to experiencing the kingdom of God in new ways.
04:56 – The Painful Beauty of Surrender: Discussion on the necessary death to self and how surrender brings freedom and transformation.
06:46 – The Other-Focused Kingdom: Bryan and Matt discuss how the kingdom of God is outward-focused, requiring us to receive from God and bless others.
09:50 – Missing the Kingdom Reality: Matt references C.S. Lewis’s famous quote about settling for lesser joys, exploring why many believers miss out on the fullness of the kingdom.
11:47 – Bryan’s Story of Loss and Kingdom Joy: Bryan recounts the devastating loss of his daughter and how God gave him supernatural joy and peace through the revelation of the kingdom.
16:26 – Joy and Sorrow Coexisting: The conversation shifts to how joy and sorrow can exist simultaneously in the life of a believer, as Bryan shares his experience of God’s presence in suffering.
19:17 – The Testing of Faith and God’s Grace: Bryan reflects on 1 Corinthians 10:13, emphasizing how God provides grace and strength to endure trials.
25:19 – Redefining Success in the Kingdom: Bryan contrasts his old pursuit of wealth and comfort with his current life, where kingdom priorities and simplicity bring true fulfillment.
30:46 – Seek First the Kingdom: Matt and Bryan discuss how seeking God’s kingdom first aligns everything else in life, providing divine order and eternal purpose.
33:35 – Making Eternal Investments: The episode closes with a challenge to invest in God’s eternal kingdom, where returns are guaranteed and cannot be taken away.
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The Kingdom Mandate

Podcast Summary: 
Imagine being handed the keys to a kingdom - a kingdom not just of the future, but one meant to be experienced here and now. 
In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliot and host Matt Davis explore the "Kingdom Mandate" - a divine assignment given to humanity from the very beginning in Genesis, and still alive today. 
The problem they tackle is this: Why do so many believers live disconnected from the fullness of this kingdom reality, settling for a life that separates the spiritual from the secular? 
Together, they discuss the call to rule and reign with Christ, not just in heaven, but on earth. They dive deep into how we can embrace this kingdom identity and live out the fullness of God’s purpose in every area of life.
Key Takeaways:
The Kingdom Mandate given to humanity in Genesis is still alive and active today, calling us to rule and reign with Christ.
Jesus came to restore what was lost in Eden, inviting us into a partnership with God to expand His kingdom on earth.
We are multidimensional beings - co-seated with Christ in heaven, while called to live out that reality here on earth.
The separation of sacred and secular is a false dichotomy; every part of our lives belongs to God and should reflect His kingdom.
Grief is a natural part of transitioning into kingdom life, as we let go of old comforts and embrace our identity as citizens of heaven.
Pull Quotes:
"The Kingdom of God is the supernatural made natural - it’s in the day-to-day, in the simple things of life."
"You can have religion without Jesus, but you can’t have the kingdom without the King."
"We are transitioning agents, gateways, bringing heaven to earth in the here and now."
Chapter Markers:
00:12 – Introduction to the Kingdom Mandate: Matt Davis introduces the topic and sets the table for exploring what it means to live out the Kingdom Mandate.
01:10 – The Kingdom Mandate in Genesis: Bryan Elliott explains how the Kingdom Mandate began in Genesis, with humanity being given dominion to rule and reign on earth.
04:37 – The Fall and the Loss of Authority: Discussion on how Adam and Eve lost their authority through sin, and how Jesus came to restore that authority.
06:08 – Jesus Restores What Was Lost: Bryan and Matt explore how Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection invite us back into the Kingdom reality, bringing heaven to earth.
08:21 – Faith and the Kingdom: The importance of faith in living out the Kingdom reality and how the disciples struggled with doubt even after witnessing miracles.
14:19 – Ruling vs. Reigning: Defining the difference between ruling and reigning, and how God chooses to reign on earth through His people.
19:20 – The Sacred vs. Secular Divide: Bryan challenges the false separation between sacred and secular life, emphasizing that every part of life is holy and belongs to God.
26:13 – The Grieving Process: Bryan shares his personal experience of grieving as he let go of the things of the world and embraced his new identity in the kingdom.
28:27 – Inheritance in the Kingdom: Matt and Bryan discuss the concept of inheritance, not just as something for the future, but something we get to enjoy now as heirs with Christ.
31:31 – Practical Steps to Live the Kingdom Mandate: The episode concludes with practical advice on how to start living out the Kingdom Mandate in everyday life.
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Setting the Table: Welcome to the Kingdom

Podcast Summary: 
Imagine living in a kingdom unlike any you’ve ever known - a kingdom ruled by a benevolent King who offers unconditional love, endless provision, and perfect peace. 
In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliott and host Matt Davis explore the reality of God's kingdom and how it is meant to be experienced here on earth, not just in the afterlife. They dive into the life-changing implications of embracing Jesus as King and the transformational power of living under His authority. 
The problem we are tackling in this episode: Why do so many people stop at salvation and fail to fully experience the kingdom of God? And, how do we as believers live out this kingdom reality daily?
Key Takeaways:
The kingdom of God is not just a future reality, but something to be experienced on earth now.
The gospel of the kingdom offers a deeper, fuller experience beyond just the gospel of salvation.
Living in the kingdom means submitting to Jesus as King, which brings transformation and a new way of life.
Suffering and trials are inevitable, but the kingdom provides peace, provision, and a heavenly reality amidst them.
Our mission as citizens of the kingdom is to manifest the reign of God in our daily lives, sharing the good news with others.
Pull Quotes:
"The gospel of salvation is just the door, but there's an entire new world, a heavenly reality we are meant to experience here on earth."
"Without the King, there’s no kingdom. By making Him King, we enter under His rulership, His peace, and His provision."
"We’re not waiting to escape earth to go to heaven. The reign of God is meant to come to earth through His citizens."
Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Welcome to the Kingdom: Matt Davis introduces the episode with a vivid depiction of God's kingdom and invites listeners to imagine a reality governed by love, peace, and abundance.
02:38 – Bryan Elliott on the Gospel of the Kingdom: Bryan shares how the gospel of the kingdom changed his life and the importance of understanding the kingdom beyond just salvation.
03:46 – Setting the Table: Matt Davis compares this journey to a feast, inviting listeners to sit at the table and savor the fullness of the kingdom reality.
04:47 – Suffering and Submission in the Kingdom: Bryan and Matt discuss the inevitable trials of life and how submission to the King brings peace and provision even in hardship.
06:52 – Invitation to the Feast: The episode closes with an invitation to continue exploring the feast of God's kingdom in future episodes.
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Pilot Episode: Why Christianity As We Are Doing It, Is Not Working

Summary
What if we told you the way we're practicing Christianity today is broken? With churches full of "nones" and "dones," and society drifting further from biblical values, it’s clear that the gospel we proclaim isn't translating into transformative power in our lives or the world around us.
In the pilot episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliott and Matt Davis dive into the heart of the problem:
Christians have embraced personal salvation but missed out on the full impact of the gospel of the kingdom - a kingdom that promises to restore every aspect of life on earth to God's original intent.
Through personal stories and deep biblical insights, this podcast invites listeners to reclaim the transformative power of the kingdom here and now, challenging them to live out heaven on earth as Christ intended. Join Bryan and Matt as they awaken us to a new way of living, one that moves beyond personal redemption to world transformation.
Takeaways
The current approach to Christianity is not effectively transforming the world.
The gospel of the kingdom offers more than personal redemption, it has the power to bring global transformation.
Believers are called to make the kingdom of God visible on earth.
Living in the kingdom means experiencing the abundant life Jesus offers.
The invitation to live in the kingdom is open to everyone, regardless of their spiritual journey.
Chapters
00:00 - The Need for Transformation
02:00 - The Power of the Gospel of the Kingdom
04:44 - Restored to Innocence: The Kingdom's Impact
06:27 - Making the Kingdom Visible
08:11 - Join the Journey: Living in the Kingdom
 
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