Why Seminaries Fail—and How God Actually Raises Preachers: The Sons Of The Prophet by Ps. Greg Mitchell (2015) | LEADERSHIP MONDAY
2 Kings 2 isn’t a cute Bible-college brochure. It’s a field manual. In this 2015 message, Pastor Greg Mitchell contrasts the “sons of the prophets” model with Elisha’s gritty, relational discipleship. Result: information alone never produced a prophet, but impartation and obedience did.Key themesBible school vs. Bible methodThree traps: head-knowledge pride, spectator Christianity, lip-service to headshipFive marks of real discipleship: impartation, direction, cost, service, supernatural power“Double portion” = inheritance and authority to leadScriptures: 2 Kings 2; 1 Kings 19:19–21; James 1:22; Luke 5:4; Matthew 28:19.Chapters00:00 – Opening and text: 2 Kings 200:34 – Diagnosis: culture in decline02:20 – Do Bible schools fix it?04:42 – Origins of “sons of the prophets”07:01 – Why prophet school didn’t work09:17 – Pastor Mitchell’s Bible-school experience13:01 – Our DNA: a discipleship movement15:18 – Clash with denomination over Bible school17:40 – The new drift back to schooling20:06 – Mistake #1: Information ≠ qualification23:16 – Mistake #2: Proximity without participation27:29 – Mistake #3: Mouth “submission,” resist direction33:17 – What works: the marks of discipleship35:42 – Cost and service before microphones37:42 – Don’t go to a gunfight without the supernatural40:56 – “Double portion” explained: inheritance and authority43:23 – Call to repentance and challenge to actShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v
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Courage to Conquer: How Joab Won When Surrounded by Pastor Greg Mitchell | SAN ANTONIO CONF 2025
Pastor Greg Mitchell closes San Antonio Conference with “Courage to Conquer” from 1 Chronicles 19:8–15. When Joab was surrounded front and back, he didn’t fold—he planned, split his forces, and cooperated with Abishai. This message tears down three myths: that courage is fearlessness, that life has easy paths, and that you can win by going alone.Key calls to action:• Do right when it’s difficult.• Plan ahead: budget, save, organize.• Reject tribalism; fight together.Scriptures: 1 Chr 19:8–15; Job 5:7; 1 Sam 17:24; Gen 41; Prov 21:5; 1 Cor 1:10–12; Ex 17.https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5bChapters:13:30 – The Story of John Baca: Courage Under Fire15:20 – Joab Surrounded on Every Side (1 Chronicles 19)17:00 – What Real Courage Looks Like19:10 – Life Is Hard: Marriage, Ministry, and People22:30 – Doing Right When It’s Difficult25:30 – The Power of Planning and Preparation29:10 – God Is a Planner: Lessons from Joseph and David33:40 – Planning Changes Everything37:00 – Breaking Tribalism: Learning to Cooperate45:00 – Altar Call and Prayer of Courage to ConquerShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369
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Destiny Isn’t on Sale: Pay the Full Price by Pastor Greg Mitchell | CHILLIWACK CONF 2025
Abraham refused discount destiny. In Genesis 23 he pays full price for a burial field, establishing legal dominion in the Promised Land. This message dismantles bargain-hunting spirituality and shows how relationships, money, and “second-mile” obedience become the title deed to God’s purpose. Scriptures: Genesis 23; Genesis 12:1; Matthew 13:44-46; Matthew 5:41; 1 Peter 2:23; Hebrews 11:1; 2 Samuel 24.https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5bChapters00:00 The Importance of Partnership in World Evangelism08:56 The Power of Personal Impact and Favor from God10:13 Understanding Full Price Destiny24:50 Determining Destiny Through Relationships28:25 Respect and Relationships32:27 Long-Term Perspectives in Conflict34:34 Investing in Your Future37:35 Financial Investment and Destiny40:12 Establishing Title Deed to Destiny43:58 Choices and Their Impact on OthersShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369
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Why You’ve Lost Your Hunger for God – And How to Get It Back | Pastor Greg Mitchell
Is your spiritual appetite gone? Have the things of this world dulled your hunger for God? https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5bIn this powerful sermon, Pastor Greg Mitchell reveals how spiritual hunger is lost—and how it can be restored. Drawing from Proverbs 27:7, he illustrates how feeding on the world, money, and comfort can leave us numb to God’s best. But there’s hope: through fasting, prayer, and repentance, we can get our hunger back and experience fresh breakthrough and revival. Includes powerful testimonies of miracles, healing, and restored families.Chapters00:00 – Intro: Junk Food and Spiritual Appetites01:50 – The Power of Hunger: What Drives You03:38 – Signs of True Spiritual Hunger05:38 – How We Ruin Our Appetite for God07:15 – The Dangers of Feeding on the World09:09 – When Money Replaces God11:24 – God’s Warning: You’ve Lost Your Appetite13:16 – How to Get Your Hunger Back15:33 – Crises That Stir Spiritual Desperation17:28 – Repentance: Turning Back to God19:54 – Fasting: A Biblical Key to Restoring Desire21:52 – Even the Bitter Can Taste Sweet23:38 – Fasting Clears the Way for God to Speak25:37 – Breakthrough Miracles Through Fasting27:35 – Testimonies of Fasting and Miraculous Change31:16 – A Child’s Prayer Brings a Father to Church33:09 – Invitation: Return to God TodayShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369
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Fathers Bring Life by Pastor Greg Mitchell | FATHER'S DAY MESSAGE
This powerful Father’s Day sermon from Pastor Greg Mitchell will stir your heart with a real-life miracle, a biblical story of resurrection, and a timely challenge to every father. In a world that downplays fatherhood, this message from Mark 5 reminds us that fathers bring life—through presence, prayer, protection, and love.https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5bYou’ll hear: • A real miracle rescue that parallels Jairus’ desperate cry to Jesus. • Biblical encouragement for dads facing fear, failure, or limited access. • Hope for single moms, broken homes, and kids without dads. • A reminder that God partners with fathers to bring healing and destiny.If you’re a dad, know this: your presence matters. Your prayer matters. And God’s grace is available for you today.Scripture: Mark 5:22–43Chapters0:00 – A Father’s Desperate Prayer1:20 – Mila’s Real-Life Miracle2:03 – Jairus: A Father Who Brought Life4:00 – The Power of a Present Father6:00 – Fathers Are the Source8:10 – A Father Who Worships9:20 – A Father Who Prays10:30 – Protecting Our Children12:00 – Feeding Your Kids Spiritually12:45 – The Troubles Fathers Face14:20 – Struggles in Children, Struggles in Ourselves16:00 – The Hostile World Around Us17:00 – Parenting with God’s Help18:20 – Jesus Can Still Bring Life20:15 – Hope for the Fatherless22:10 – God Brings Miracle Power23:45 – The Backpack on the Cliff (Closing Story)25:30 – Invitation to Salvation and Prayer for FathersShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369
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Pastor Greg Mitchell leads the rapidly expanding worldwide network of churches known as Christian Fellowship Ministries. His Spirit-filled, Bible-Focused messages will inspire you to advance in your journey with Jesus.
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