The Only Way To True Freedom
BIBLESPEAK-Controversial Topics On The Holy Spirit?
Why You Don't Really Understand the New Testament & the Solution with Frank Viola
Faith & Mission Podcast Episode 3 | Everyone is talking about freedom — but almost no one truly has it. In the wealthiest, most politically free nations on earth, depression, anxiety, and suicide are surging. No government, education system, or amount of money has solved it — because the root of every chain is spiritual, not political. Recorded live at Times Square during America's semi-quincentennial — five Jubilees — Pastor Steve Hannett delivers one of the most urgent and grace-filled messages of the Faith & Mission Podcast. Anchored in John 8:31-36, this episode exposes why political and civil liberty alone can never satisfy the soul, and why true freedom is always internal, spiritual, and rooted in the person of Jesus Christ. Sin is the root of every form of bondage — and the Son of God alone has the legal authority to set you completely free. Wherever you are, this message is for you. In This Episode: [00:00] Introduction & Welcome — Live from Times Square, NYC [Timestamp TBD] Why Political Freedom Isn't Enough — The Real State of the Nation [Timestamp TBD] What Is True Freedom? — John 8:31-36 [Timestamp TBD] Sin as the Root of All Bondage — Romans 3:23 [Timestamp TBD] The Cross: God's Answer to the Sin Problem — Romans 6:14 [Timestamp TBD] Pastor Steve's Personal Testimony — Cancer Healed [Timestamp TBD] Salvation Call & Prayer Key Scriptures: John 8:31-32 — Abiding in Jesus' Word reveals truth that sets us free John 8:34-36 — Sin makes us slaves; if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed John 14:6 — Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life — truth is a Person, not a concept John 8:24 — Those who don't believe in Him will die in their sins Romans 3:23 — All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God Romans 6:14 — Sin shall not have dominion over you; you are under grace, not law James 2:10 — Breaking even one point of the law renders a person guilty of all Matthew 11:28 — "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden" (NKJV) Resources: Be Healed Podcast — Steve Hannett's healing and breakthrough podcast Unleashing Heaven's Breath — amazon.com/dp/0768404495 Listen & Subscribe — Faith & Mission Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/faith-and-mission-podcast 🌐 Gospel Mission Network: https://www.gospelmissionnetwork.org 📱 GMN App: https://gospelmissionnetwork.churchcenter.com/setup Gospel Mission Network: 🌐 Website: https://www.gospelmissionnetwork.org ✉️ contact@gospelmissionnetwork.org 📱 GMN App: https://gospelmissionnetwork.churchcenter.com/setup
Faith & Mission Podcast Episode 2 | Bible Speak: Controversial Topics Of The Holy Spirit? Hosted by: Pastor Steve Hannett Featuring: Yari Aleman, Michael Hernandez, Pastor Carlos Reyes, and Steve Paul EPISODE SUMMARY Millions of believers worldwide are asking the same critical questions: Who exactly is the Holy Spirit? What does He actually do in my life? And how do I move from intellectual agreement to genuine supernatural power? The answers you find will either liberate you into the fullness of Christ's promise or leave you settling for a Christianity far smaller than God intended. Pastor Steve and a team of diverse believers unpack three transformative truths from Scripture: the Holy Spirit is God Himself—not a force or feeling, but a Person dwelling within you; His ministry is to teach, comfort, guide, and empower believers into all truth; and His power is available to anyone who has repented and surrendered to Christ's Lordship. IN THIS EPISODE [00:01] Introduction & Welcome — Setting Up the Conversation [00:04] Who Is the Holy Spirit? — The Third Person of the Trinity [05:00] The Holy Spirit as Helper & Teacher [15:00] The Holy Spirit as the Spirit of Truth [23:00] The Holy Spirit as God's Promise [33:00] Understanding Multiple Aspects of One Baptism [54:00] The Baptism of Repentance [01:01:00] Baptized Into Christ & Into His Body [01:07:00] The Baptism of the Holy Spirit [01:16:00] Closing Prayer & Resources [01:16:43] Final Blessing KEY SCRIPTURES Acts 5:3-4 1 Corinthians 3:16 John 14:26 John 16:13-15 John 14:17 Ephesians 4:30 Luke 24:49 Isaiah 44:3 Acts 2:38-39 Matthew 3:11 Romans 6:3-5 Acts 8:12-17 CONNECT WITH PASTOR STEVE & FAITH & MISSION Gospel Mission Network: 🌐 Website: https://www.gospelmissionnetwork.org 📞 (855) 725-7928 ✉️ contact@gospelmissionnetwork.org 📱 GMN App: https://gospelmissionnetwork.churchcenter.com/setup Abundant Grace Church: 🌐 Website: https://www.iwantgrace.org 📍 70 Home Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070 📞 201-933-1191 ✉️ contact@iwantgrace.org Other Resources: Be Healed Podcast (Top 10% Christian Podcasts): https://charisma.media The Miraculous Life TV Program: It's Supernatural! Network & Destiny Image TV
Faith & Mission Podcast Episode 1 | The Untold Story of the New Testament Church: Rediscovering Scripture's Power to Transform Release Date — May 22, 2026 Hosted by: Pastor Steve Hannett Featuring: Frank Viola, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Church Leadership Expert EPISODE SUMMARY Pastor Steve Hannett welcomes Frank Viola to explore his newly revised masterpiece, The Untold Story of the New Testament Church. They unpack how most Western believers read Scripture out of context, missing the historical details and relational backdrop that bring God's Word to life. Frank reveals how understanding the story of the New Testament reshapes discipleship, church leadership, and our experience of Christ's indwelling life. IN THIS EPISODE [00:00] Introduction & Welcome [00:47] Frank Viola's Ministry Assignment & Current Work [05:31] The Indwelling Life of Christ: Living by His Life, Not Performance [11:02] The Untold Story Book: What It Is & Why It Matters [18:28] From Fragmentation to Clarity: How Context Transforms Understanding [28:25] Why Paul's Letters Matter as Much as Jesus' Red Words [36:06] The Early Church Definition of Discipleship & Community [46:26] Church as Family: Recovering God's Design for Gathered Believers [59:22] Leadership Takeaways: Co-Working, Calling, Training, and Sending [01:12:53] How to Connect with Frank Viola & Access His Resources [01:24:19] A Word to the Charismatic Movement: Testing Experience Against Scripture KEY SCRIPTURES Galatians 2:20 Romans 8 Matthew 28:19-20 Ephesians 2:14-16 ; 3:8-10 Acts 2:42-47 John 14:15-16 ABOUT FRANK VIOLA Frank Viola is a best-selling author and speaker whose work has been described as provocative and iconoclastic. His mission is to help serious followers of Jesus know Christ more deeply and experience lasting transformation. His blog, frankviola.org, is ranked in the top five of all Christian blogs. His podcast, Christ is All, ranked number one in Canada and number two in the U.S. on Apple Podcasts. Frank has written over twenty books published by Thomas Nelson, Tyndale, Baker, and David C. Cook. Connect with Frank Viola: Website: https://frankviola.org The Untold Story of the New Testament Church (Revised & Expanded 2025) Visual Podcast Series: https://theuntoldstory.me Christ is All Podcast: All major platforms The Insurgents Experience Mastermind: https://frankviola.org LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE https://rss.com/podcasts/faith-and-mission-podcast 🌐 Gospel Mission Network: https://www.gospelmissionnetwork.org 📱 GMN App: https://gospelmissionnetwork.churchcenter.com/setup 📞 (855) 725-7928
Faith & Mission Podcast — Episode Notes Episode 0 | Trailer — Welcome to Faith & Mission The greatest days of the Church are not behind us — they are straight ahead. In this trailer, host Steve Hannett — author, pastor, and network leader with nearly 25 years of ministry experience — introduces the heart and vision behind Faith & Mission, a production of the Gospel Mission Network. This podcast exists to equip leaders, disciples, and everyday believers for everything God has called them to. Expect conversations rooted in the patterns of the Early Church, practical theology for real life, and apostolic wisdom for the mission in front of us. Connect & Resources Website: gospelmissionnetwork.org Subscribe: Available wherever you listen to podcasts