Eddie and Simida sit down and answer listener submitted questions. They answer questions regarding fasting, growing in your faith, marriage, discipling others and even offer book recommendations.See below for the full list of questions and books mentioned during the podcast.Book Recommendations:- Created to Be His Help Meet by Debi Pearl- Wild at Heart by John Eldredge- How We Love by Kay Yerkovich and Milan Yerkovich- For Men Only / For Women Only by Shaunti & Jeff Feldhahn- The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman- Love & Respect by Emerson Eggerichs- Captivating by John Eldredge and Stasi Eldredge- Why Revival Tarries by Leonard Ravenhill- The Bait of Satan by John Bevere- It's Not About Me by Max Lucado- Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster- A Tale of Three Kings by Gene Edwards- Spiritual Leadership by Henry & Richard Blackaby- Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend- The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John MaxwellQuestions from this episode as they were written. Spelling, Grammer and all.1. What is an example from your life where God answered to fasting?2. Why are often times conflicts between protestant denominations?3. There’s literally no one you can reach out to, to discuss issues with a senior pastor. Why?4. What are some book recommendations that you used before/ during marriage?5. I’ve fallen back into my sin but I know the life I can live in Christ but I’ve been isolating myself. Help.There’s not enough room to type all that I want but with the last one. I don’t want to let go.I’m struggling, I know I should confess to someone but too ashamed. LORD HELP ME!6. Where does belief come from? How does someone grow in faith?7. As a single woman how do I find my worth in Christ and not in a man or getting married?8. How to trust God?9. Most influential books you consider to be a must read?10. How important is physical attraction when getting married?11. How do you go about spreading the Gospel in the mundane of life? (everyday convos, etc.)12. Can you share your thoughts on how Christians today should view Israel?13. How does one go about running at discipleship group?14. How would you go about starting small groups discipleship in a church that might not be for it?
Davey Iurco is a young Eastern European / American Christian who shares his experiences growing up in the Atlanta Romanian church while surrounded by an American culture and his view of going to a Christian university through his cultural lens.
Eddie and Simida continue their discussion on Spiritual Warfare from Ephesians 6. They breakdown the different elements of The Armor of God and how to use them to overcome the schemes of the enemy in every day life.
Eddie and Simida talk out the reality of spiritual influences in real day to day life. They unpack Ephesians 6, how to identify if you’re under spiritual attack, how to respond to these attacks, and share examples out of their lives.
Marc Isztojka, most commonly known as Marc The Sharc, shares his story about growing up as a Gypsy-American within the Christian Romanian community, how that impacted his life and how discipleship transformed it.
Eddie and Simida share their heart on the tragedy of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. They compare how Charlie lived his life, what we can learn from his example, and how the church is today.
Joe Sfrengeu is a small business owner and missionary out of Sacramento, CA. Не shares his story on how he came to Christ, his adventures on mission in the Philipines, and how he's applied what he's learned in business to every day life.
Chris Lindeman is a Church of God ordained Bishop and a current hospice chaplain in Chattanooga, TN. He shares his story being raised in a pastoral family, his journey fulfilling God's calling on his life, and where he is today.
James Toderean shares his testimony about how authentic Biblical discipleship changed his life. He talks about overcoming struggle and finding breakthrough in Jesus and healthy community.
Eddie and Simida talk about what holiness looks like in their day to day lives, what living in surrender is and isn’t, how to understand “taking up your cross”, and how to live practically for the Lord.
Gabi Costea isa missionary pastor from Philadelphia Romanian Church near Atlanta, GA and founder of Ekklesia Bible College. Eddie and Gabi discuss his vision for Ekklesia, his passion for ministers, and his experiences ministering in Africa.Connect with Pastor Gabi:gabicostea@ekklesiabc.comSupport Ekklesia Bible College:ekklesiabc.comPhiladelphia Romanian Church: prcatlanta.com
Claudius Nan is a father, business owner, and board member at Vital Solutions. He shares his journey, how he met his wife and the impact of Vital Solutions on healthcare and basic needs overseas.
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Claudius' Instagram: @nanslip
Claudius' Business: wmgsouthfl.com
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Vital Solutions: vitalsol.org
John Dobrea, born Florin Ionel Dobrea, known to his friends as "John the Baptist" is a physical therapist, worship leader at Agape Christian Church in Yorba Linda CA, Charity Cup board member, and founding member of Mission One. He discusses his background, how he got started in ministry, his passion for worship, and discipleship.
John's Instagram: @ionel8
charitycup.com
@charity_cup_ministries
agapeoc.com
@agapeoc
Bro Chico was born in Arkansas and has been a missionary in Mexico for over 26 years. He shares his story about how he met Jesus, his passion for discipleship, and his experiences as a missionary.
Connect with Bro Chico on Facebook:facebook.com/bro.chico.7
Peter Boros is a missionary who leads construction missions all over the U.S. and internationally. On this episode, Eddie and Peter discuss his childhood, the trauma that he faced, and ultimately how he found Jesus.For more information on Peter's ministry please visit:www.hopewithahammer.org
Eddie and Simida discuss the differences between covenant and contract, how to deal with fights, and what healthy relationships look like.
Eddie and Simida discuss how men and women were created differently and how understanding those differences are the key to healthier relationships.
Julien Nicolai is the Student Ministries Leader at Philadelphia Romanian Church, Principal at Georgia Christian Academy, and founder of Camp Rhema in Atlanta Georgia. Eddie and Julien discuss how Julien got started in youth ministry, his heart for missions with Treasure for Troubles and various experiences along the journey.
Connect with Julien:
Instagram: @jvioreln
camprhema.com
gachristianacademy.org
treasures4troubles.com
Eddie and Simida are joined by Adi and Ruth Budean, a couple they've discipled for over a decade, to discuss what discipleship is and how it's impacted their lives.
Eddie and Simida continue to answer viewer questions on relationships, generational trauma, and the future of the RO-American church.
