This high-level conversation by Notebook LM is a general overview of the key issues discussed in Chapter 13 of the book Intentional Disciples of Jesus.
Chapter 13 explores in greater depth why these persistent areas of dysfunction and pain persist and how Jesus is our hope for healing and freedom. It discusses how deep, intractable wounds are formed in our lives. Further, the chapter explores how Jesus heals deep-seated emotional and spiritual wounds caused by sin's infection of past traumas. The chapter contrasts initial spiritual transformation at conversion with the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in addressing persistent issues.
Chapter 13 outlines a healing process involving forgiveness, healing, and deliverance from demonic influence, emphasizing believers' collaborative role with Jesus in this process. Persistent struggles are not evidence of insufficient salvation but rather represent an incomplete process of transformation requiring deeper engagement with God's grace. Ultimately, we advocate for a collaborative approach to healing, where believers assist Jesus in restoring individuals to wholeness.
Ministering with Jesus as Intentional Disciples
Chapter 13 also focuses on how believers partner with Jesus to minister to wounded hearts by serving as His assistants and cooperating with the Holy Spirit. However, human knowledge, expertise, and compassion are insufficient to heal a wounded heart; only Jesus can restore people to a relationship with God and the wholeness He intends for them.
Here are ways we can partner with Jesus as He ministers to wounded hearts as we pray for one another:
● Identify the wounds and the source of pain. This may be through revelation or by asking questions as the Holy Spirit leads.
● Identify the sinful response that caused the wound to become an ongoing problem. This may also be through revelation or interaction with the person. The goal is to hear from the Holy Spirit and identify the real issue.
● Help the person work through repentance for the sinful thought, action, or attitude that is the root of the problem. They may also need help receiving forgiveness and forgiving others.
● Collaborate with Jesus to release the power of His love to heal the wounded heart. This may involve speaking words of healing as directed by the Holy Spirit.
● Assist the person in renouncing any demonic attachments that may have developed and commanding them to leave if the Lord has identified them.
The process of healing deep wounds is best done in the context of the church community. Jesus uses believers as His voice and hands, helping people become more like Him.
Other resources: find more details, guidelines, and best practices:
Street Level Healing, Todd Volker [available on Amazon]
Two Hours to Freedom, Charles Kraft [available on Amazon]
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