In this episode, Murray and Tricia continue their conversation about encountering God as Father. Murray opens by recapping the last two episodes, where both share their healing journeys with their earthly fathers and their experiences of meeting the love of their Heavenly Father.
Murray then asks Tricia how she learned to speak with God as Father—an ability that helped her walk through deep healing with her earthly dad. Tricia shares a powerful story of encountering God, including a personal sign she asked for (and received!) that confirmed she had been hearing His voice all along. This led to a life-changing encounter with Jesus that transformed her relationship with the Father forever.
Murray and Tricia also talk about pursuing God with intentionality and how it often leads to divine encounters—pointing to biblical examples like Solomon and the transfiguration of Jesus. Tricia shares what her time with God looks like now—playing worship music throughout the day, starting and ending each day in conversation with the Father, and seeking fresh revelation through Scripture.
Together, they discuss practical ways to invite God into daily life, including Tricia’s nightly routine of asking Jesus to speak through her dreams and Murray’s suggestion to pause and reflect before fully waking up to remember dreams and encounters. They even dive into scripture about nighttime guidance, Psalm 16:7 and 42:8.
In this heartfelt episode, Murray and Tricia talk about what it really means to see God as a loving Father—not as a distant judge or master. Together, they explore how our hearts need healing to fully receive His love, especially when our experiences with earthly fathers have been marked by distance or pain.
Tricia shares her personal journey of discovering God as her Father. Growing up in a home where affection was scarce and the phrase “children should be seen and not heard” was common, she didn’t realize how deeply those early experiences had shaped her view of God until years later. Everything began to change during a powerful encounter with God in 1988 at the Toronto Blessing Church, where she began to experience the Father’s love in a whole new way.
Through inner healing sessions using John Sanford’s materials and deep encounters with God’s presence, Tricia found freedom and restoration. She also shares how God helped her love her earthly father in a supernatural way—leading to a beautiful story of perseverance, forgiveness, and reconciliation that ended with her father’s final words: “I love you.”
Murray and Tricia reflect on how healing can sometimes feel like we’re going backward—but in truth, it’s God making room in our hearts for a deeper revelation of His love. They also highlight resources like Jack Frost and Peter Jackson’s teachings on the Father’s heart for those who want to go deeper in their own journey.
How was Tricia able to walk out such deep healing and love? Stay tuned—her answer unfolds in the next episode.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray explore what happens when we truly encounter God as Father. Building on last week’s conversation about rest, they unpack how one of the deepest forms of rest comes from knowing God not as a distant deity—but as Abba.
Drawing from Hebrews 12:22–24, Galatians 4:6, and Romans 8:15–16, they contrast the Old Testament view of God as Father with the New Covenant revelation of intimacy and adoption. Murray shares a powerful personal story from his YWAM days—his first time hearing God’s voice—and how that encounter reshaped his understanding of who the Father really is.
Come listen as we talk about the Spirit of Sonship, the love that drives out fear, and the transformation that comes when we live as beloved sons and daughters of Abba.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray open up a heartfelt conversation about what it means to truly experience the love of our Heavenly Father. Building on their last episode about rest, they explore how our earthly experiences with fathers can deeply influence the way we relate to God as Father.
Murray shares about cultural paradigms and the power of shifting our perspectives—including a memorable story from their visit to a monastery—while Tricia reflects on how inner healing helps us receive the unconditional love of Abba.
This gentle, hope-filled episode invites you to let go of old filters and experience God’s Father heart in a fresh, life-changing way.
In a world that constantly pulls our attention outward—toward noise, danger, and demands—many of us live in a state of constant overwhelm. True rest feels out of reach. But what if rest isn’t something you find by escaping the world… but by learning to pay attention to what’s happening inside?
In this episode, Tricia and Murray unpack the spiritual discipline of rest as attention—learning to observe your inner world rather than reacting to the chaos around you. Using Psalm 91 as a foundation (“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty”), they explore how dwelling and abiding in God’s presence becomes a weapon against fear, anxiety, and distraction.
You’ll hear:
How focusing on the external world fuels anxiety and fear
What it means to dwell and abide in the presence of God
Why rest is not weakness but spiritual strength
Insights from Saint Isaac on stillness and the art of interior attention
Tricia’s personal story about learning to tune out external noise and find peace
Murray’s story of encountering rest through paying attention inwardly
With practical steps for cultivating rest—like silent thankfulness, journaling, and Sabbath moments throughout the day—this episode invites you to discover that true rest isn’t about withdrawal; it’s about abiding in the shelter of the Almighty.
In this heartfelt episode, Tricia and Murray share reflections and prayer following the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk—a bold Christian voice and defender of the faith. Together, they discuss the weight many spiritually sensitive people are feeling in this moment, and how to bring those burdens into prayer and rest.
You’ll hear:
Reflections on Charlie’s life, boldness, and faith.
A vision of Charlie in heaven, filled with hope and encouragement.
How discernment and burden-bearing are meant to lead us into intercession, not despair.
The power of comforting God’s heart and standing with Erika Kirk in forgiveness and faith.
Practical steps for entering God’s rest, even in seasons of grief and shaking.
Join us as we turn our hearts to prayer, lift up Erika and the Kirk family, and step into the peace that only Jesus can give.
In today’s episode, Tricia and Murray dive into the difference between living congruently—when your heart, mind, body, and spirit are aligned with God’s truth—and living incongruently, when your goals clash with your deepest God-given values.
As Sensor/Feelers, we don’t just pick up facts or words—we sense atmospheres, emotions, and even spiritual undercurrents. When our values and actions line up, life flows with peace and rest. But when they don’t, even if we “reach the goal,” it leaves us restless, confused, or even feeling cheated.
Together, we’ll explore: ✨ What congruent living looks like and why it brings rest. ✨ Why goals alone aren’t enough if your values don’t align. ✨ The tension of incongruence—when chasing goals costs you your peace. ✨ Real-life stories of discovering values vs. goals in ministry and relationships. ✨ Practical ways to live from your values first so that goals gain clarity and your decisions carry peace instead of pressure.
At the heart of this conversation is a simple truth: Goals give direction, but values give foundation. When you live from values first, your goals align with who God made you to be—and that’s where true rest is found.
What does God really want from us? It’s not our performance, our striving, or even our “good behaviour”—it’s our hearts.
In this episode, Murray and Tricia unpack how our belief systems shape our emotions, decisions, behaviours, and ultimately, the outcomes of our lives. Using the simple BEDBO framework (Belief, Emotion, Decision, Behaviour, Outcome), they explore how aligning what we believe with God’s truth transforms the way we live.
From everyday examples like Disneyland vs. prison, to Tricia’s story of overcoming shyness, to biblical accounts of Abraham, Naaman, and Peter, you’ll see how God patiently works with us as we learn, stumble, and grow. Murray and Tricia also share personal stories from their own lives and ministry, revealing how God lovingly addresses what’s really going on in our hearts.
At the end of the day, God isn’t after empty actions—He’s after the place where belief is formed: your heart. And when our hearts are aligned with Him, the fruit is peace, growth, and a life filled with His joy.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray dive into the question: Who’s prophetic? If the priesthood of all believers is widely accepted, then what about the prophetic mantle? Why do so many of us struggle to hear God clearly if we’re all called to walk in the prophetic?
Together, they explore common blocks to hearing God’s voice, how paradigms like culture, training, and upbringing shape the way we interpret life, and why Peter’s vision in Acts 10 is such a powerful picture of working through symbolic language and worldview shifts.
They also give a preview of Samuel’s Mantle Year One, unpacking topics like signs and how God uses them, the gift of discernment, learning to see in the Spirit, understanding prophetic timelines, and the role of faith and journaling in walking with God.
From dreams to discernment, from burden bearing to dealing with personal pain, this conversation will help you recognize that the prophetic isn’t reserved for a few—it’s an invitation for every believer.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray build on last week’s conversation about rest by exploring what it means to guard your heart God’s way. Proverbs 4:23 tells us, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” But what does that look like in real life—especially for spiritually sensitive people?
Together, they unpack the purpose of healthy boundaries: 🌱 Protecting what God has entrusted to you 🌱 Clarifying responsibility—what’s yours and what belongs to others 🌱 Creating safe, healthy relationships 🌱 Obeying God’s design (yes, even Jesus set boundaries!)
Tricia and Murray share stories, scripture, and practical insights on how to set boundaries without guilt, how to discern the difference between love and “niceness,” and why boundaries are actually an act of love.
Whether you struggle with people-pleasing, taking on others’ burdens, or feeling drained by constant demands, this episode will encourage you to step into God’s wisdom and peace.
Because guarding your heart isn’t about building walls—it’s about stewarding your life with freedom, love, and truth.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray explore what it really means to enter God’s rest and live from a place of peace. Building on the theme of spiritual sensitivity, they dive into Bob Jones’ 100-year prophecy that the 2020s would be the decade of rest—when God’s people would finally learn to dwell in His presence, where the enemy cannot wage war.
Together, they unpack Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28–30, “Come to Me… and I will give you rest,” and the powerful promises of Psalm 91 for those who make the Lord their refuge. Through scripture, prophetic insight, and personal stories—including seasons of loss and learning to trust—this conversation will encourage you to move away from striving and step into the security of God’s covering.
The episode concludes with a prayer of rest, inviting you to experience God’s peace in a fresh way today.
In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood spiritual gift of discernment—not just what it is, but how to survive carrying it. Discernment can feel like a superpower one moment and a burden the next. So how do you steward this gift without burning out?
We also discuss how burden bearing is a part of discernment, and why it's essential to recognize when what you’re sensing is meant to be carried in prayer rather than just emotionally absorbed.
Tricia shares a raw and personal story about how discernment led her to leave a church community—and how she navigated that season with wisdom and grace. We unpack the concept of diagnosis, prognosis, and prescription from a Graham Cooke’s story, and reflect on the power of timing: sometimes, discernment means simply watching and waiting—just like knowing when a head of grain is heavy and ready for harvest.
We also highlight a helpful framework from a powerful story Murray shares about Chad and Jenn: Revelation. Interpretation. Application. Presentation. Timing. What you receive isn't always meant to be shared—or at least not right away.
Discernment can feel incongruent or confusing at times, but in this episode, we offer tools, real-life stories, and spiritual insight to help you carry this gift well.
Discernment vs. Burden Bearing
Have you ever walked into a room and suddenly felt overwhelmed, anxious, or heavy—and wondered if you were just being too sensitive or even a bit crazy? You're not alone. Last week, we unpacked the idea that what you're feeling may actually be spiritual discernment—and this week, we’re taking it further.
Join Tricia and Murray as they dive into the difference between discernment and burden bearing—two powerful spiritual gifts that often get confused.
What exactly is discernment?
How is it different from carrying someone else’s burden?
Why do you sometimes feel emotionally or physically impacted when you're around certain people?
Murray unpacks how discernment is like a spiritual camera—capturing what’s going on in the atmosphere or in someone’s life (Hebrews 5:14). Then we move into burden bearing—the God-given invitation to carry His heart for someone’s pain, not their “stuff.”
Hear real-life stories, including:
Tricia’s experience during a pre-church-split season in Langley
A powerful insight from Curtis: "People are not their stuff"
Lorelei’s unforgettable moment on a city bus
We also dig into key scriptures like Isaiah 53, Isaiah 61, Galatians 6, and Ezekiel 4 to help you recognize these gifts in your own life—and use them with wisdom.
Whether you’ve been overwhelmed by emotion in intercession or confused by what you're “picking up” in conversations, this episode will help you find clarity, language, and purpose for your spiritual sensitivity.
You can unpack it all even more deeply in Murray’s book Keepers of the Presence.
Have you ever walked into a room and just knew something was off… but no one else seemed to notice? Do you ask yourself things like: “What is wrong with me?” “Why am I so judgmental?” “Why do I feel everything so deeply?”
You’re not crazy—you might be spiritually sensitive.
In this episode, Tricia and Murray dive into what it means to be spiritually sensitive: what it is, who has it, and how it works. From scripture and real-life stories (including potatoes, Bruce, and a very awkward church moment) to biblical examples like Paul, Jesus, and the road to Emmaus, they explore how this unique gift of the Spirit shows up in everyday life.
You’ll hear how spiritual sensitivity can often be mistaken for judgment, emotional instability, or even weakness—but is actually a God-given way to discern the unseen.
And stay tuned—because next week, we’ll unpack what to do with all this: how to pray, how to carry it, and how to tell the difference between discernment and burden-bearing.
You are not too much. You’re not broken. You’re gifted.
Do you ever wonder why you’re not hearing God like other people do? The truth is—you probably are… just in your own unique way. In this episode, we explore different prophetic personality types and how they reflect the beautiful variety in the way God speaks.
From dreams, art, worship, and Scripture to that deep inner “knowing,” Tricia and Murray share stories, insights, and practical examples of how the prophetic can flow through different gift mixes. Whether you're a feeler, a knower, a seer, or someone who’s still figuring it out—you’ll discover that hearing God is not one-size-fits-all.
You’ll hear stories from church moments, Normandy battlefields, creative breakthroughs, and quiet coffee shop conversations that reveal the many ways God speaks through everyday people—just like you.
This episode will help you recognize how God may already be speaking through your personality, your wiring, and your passions… and how to lean into it with confidence.
You were created for connection—and hearing God’s voice is meant to be a natural part of your relationship with Him. In this episode, we talk about how many of us were unknowingly taught not to hear God… and how that can be reversed.
You were created to hear God. But many of us were taught—directly or indirectly—not to listen. In this episode, we explore what prophecy actually feels like, how to recognize it, and how to grow in it through intimacy with Jesus.
Murray and Tricia share real stories, like a woman who danced as a child and received a word in a coffee shop that unlocked deep healing and purpose. You’ll also hear about bikers encountering God, and the power of simple obedience to the Holy Spirit.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too far gone, too ordinary, or too unsure to hear God’s voice—this episode will remind you that He’s already speaking... and it’s time to tune in.
How do you know if you’re a prophetic person? Maybe you feel everything deeply. Maybe the Word doesn’t just speak to you—it leaps off the page. Maybe there’s a part of you that’s been quietly longing for more... for deeper connection with God.
In this episode, we define what prophecy really is—hearing the voice of God and giving it away—and unpack the unique ways prophetic people are wired. You’ll learn how your sensitivities, your passions, even your favorite scriptures, are clues to your gifting.
We share stories of conviction, calling, and discovery—including Murray’s personal journey with Abba, and a powerful testimony from a Baptist pastor learning to navigate the prophetic. Plus, how to test revelation and grow in confidence as you walk in your identity.
Ever wondered if you could hear God’s voice? You can! Acts 2 shows us that prophecy is simply listening to God and sharing what we hear. At Samuel’s Mantle, we help you grow your spiritual gifts—to feel His heart, have encounters with Him, and hear His voice in your daily life. Through practical tools and inspiring conversations, this podcast equips you to recognize and ride the wind of His Spirit. If you long to hear God’s voice, walk in His presence, and share it with others, this is the place for you. Subscribe now and grow in hearing Him like never before!
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