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In today’s episode, Carol is joined by author and Bible teacher Melissa Spoelstra for a powerful conversation about fear, spiritual warfare, and the God who reigns over both heaven and earth. Drawing from her new Bible study, Melissa helps us understand why the Bible talks about angels—not so that we’ll become preoccupied with supernatural beings, but so our view of God will grow larger, stronger, and more hope-filled.

Together, Carol and Melissa explore what Scripture reveals about the unseen spiritual realm: angelic hosts, messengers, cherubim and seraphim, fallen angels, and even Satan. But more importantly, they highlight the character of the God who commands the angel armies, sets boundaries on evil, strengthens His servants through suffering, and offers refuge in moments of fear.

This episode gently but boldly addresses questions many believers wrestle with:
• What battles am I facing that I can’t see?
 • How do I fight fear without becoming fearful of spiritual warfare?
 • Why does God allow testing, and where is He when life feels heavy?
 • How do angels reveal God’s heart, His protection, and His authority?

Through practical insight and biblical clarity, Melissa reminds us that although our battles are real, our God is sovereign, present, and victorious. We don’t fix our eyes on angels—we fix our eyes on the God who created them. And in doing so, we find the hope and courage we need for whatever we’re facing right now.

Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, fear of the unknown, spiritual attack, or simply longing to understand God’s supernatural care more deeply, this conversation will breathe peace and truth into your soul.

Key Scriptures Discussed
2 Kings 6 – Elisha’s servant sees the chariots of fire
• Hebrews 1 – Angels as ministering spirits
• Psalm 91 – God’s promise of protection
• Ephesians 6 – Our battle against spiritual forces
• Luke 2 – God sends an angel to outcasts
• Revelation – Angels in worship and judgment

Themes Covered✓ Spiritual warfare without fear
✓ God’s sovereignty over heaven and earth
✓ Discernment, deception, and truth
✓ How angels reveal God’s character
✓ The limits God places on Satan

Discussion/Reflective Questions:
Where in your life right now does fear feel louder than your confidence in God’s reign—and what does remembering the spiritual realm change for you?
Which aspect of God’s character, revealed through the ministry of angels, brought you the most comfort or clarity today?
How have you sensed spiritual warfare in your thoughts, relationships, or emotions recently—and what truth about God’s authority helps you fight back?
What lies or subtle deceptions tend to trigger anxiety for you, and how can Scripture help you recognize and counter them?
When have you felt strengthened, protected, or supported by God in a way that you couldn’t fully explain? What did that reveal about His presence?
What one step can you take this week to shift your focus away from fear of the enemy and toward a greater trust in the God who rules over everything?

Resource referenced:

Angels - Bible Study Book for Women with Video Access: Finding Hope in God Who Reigns over Heaven and Earth

Download this episodes free companion guide here.

Connect with Melissa Spoelstra:

On her website

On Facebook

On Amazon

Find Carol McCracken:

On her website 

On Facebook

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(Scroll down to download a free companion guide designed to help you more deeply process this episodes content.)
In today&rsquo;s episode, Carol is joined by author and Bible teacher Melissa Spoelstra for a powerful conversation about fear, spiritual warfare, and the God who reigns over both heaven and earth. Drawing from her new Bible study, Melissa helps us understand why the Bible talks about angels&mdash;not so that we&rsquo;ll become preoccupied with supernatural beings, but so our view of God will grow larger, stronger, and more hope-filled.
Together, Carol and Melissa explore what Scripture reveals about the unseen spiritual realm: angelic hosts, messengers, cherubim and seraphim, fallen angels, and even Satan. But more importantly, they highlight the character of the God who commands the angel armies, sets boundaries on evil, strengthens His servants through suffering, and offers refuge in moments of fear.
This episode gently but boldly addresses questions many believers wrestle with: &bull; What battles am I facing that I can&rsquo;t see? &bull; How do I fight fear without becoming fearful of spiritual warfare? &bull; Why does God allow testing, and where is He when life feels heavy? &bull; How do angels reveal God&rsquo;s heart, His protection, and His authority?
Through practical insight and biblical clarity, Melissa reminds us that although our battles are real, our God is sovereign, present, and victorious. We don&rsquo;t fix our eyes on angels&mdash;we fix our eyes on the God who created them. And in doing so, we find the hope and courage we need for whatever we&rsquo;re facing right now.
Whether you&rsquo;re wrestling with anxiety, fear of the unknown, spiritual attack, or simply longing to understand God&rsquo;s supernatural care more deeply, this conversation will breathe peace and truth into your soul.
Key Scriptures Discussed
<ul>
<li>2 Kings 6 &ndash; Elisha&rsquo;s servant sees the chariots of fire &bull; Hebrews 1 &ndash; Angels as ministering spirits &bull; Psalm 91 &ndash; God&rsquo;s promise of protection &bull; Ephesians 6 &ndash; Our battle against spiritual forces &bull; Luke 2 &ndash; God sends an angel to outcasts &bull; Revelation &ndash; Angels in worship and judgment</li>
</ul>
Themes Covered✓ Spiritual warfare without fear ✓ God&rsquo;s sovereignty over heaven and earth ✓ Discernment, deception, and truth ✓ How angels reveal God&rsquo;s character ✓ The limits God places on Satan
Discussion/Reflective Questions:
<ol>
<li>Where in your life right now does fear feel louder than your confidence in God&rsquo;s reign&mdash;and what does remembering the spiritual realm change for you?</li>
<li>Which aspect of God&rsquo;s character, revealed through the ministry of angels, brought you the most comfort or clarity today?</li>
<li>How have you sensed spiritual warfare in your thoughts, relationships, or emotions recently&mdash;and what truth about God&rsquo;s authority helps you fight back?</li>
<li>What lies or subtle deceptions tend to trigger anxiety for you, and how can Scripture help you recognize and counter them?</li>
<li>When have you felt strengthened, protected, or supported by God in a way that you couldn&rsquo;t fully explain? What did that reveal about His presence?</li>
<li>What one step can you take this week to shift your focus away from fear of the enemy and toward a greater trust in the God who rules over everything?</li>
</ol>
Resource referenced:
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Angels-Access-Finding-Reigns-Heaven/dp/B0DT8RH8NF/">Angels - Bible Study Book for Women with Video Access: Finding Hope in God Who Reigns over Heaven and Earth</a>
<a href="https://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com/downloads/protected-and-defended-by-the-lord-of-heavens-armies/">Download this episodes free companion guide here.</a>
Connect with Melissa Spoelstra:
<a href="https://melissaspoelstra.com/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/authormelissaspoelstra">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Melissa-Spoelstra/author/B00LQKWXMQ?ccs_id=24abadf8-1764-4945-a72e-8f90a51cae37">On Amazon</a>
Find Carol McCracken:
<a href="https://www.carolmccracken.com">On her website&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/carol.o.mccracken">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/carologlemccracken/">On Instagram</a>

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This podcast covers topics like:

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⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety
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Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.
This podcast covers topics like:
⭐️ How to Overcome Fear ⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety ⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety ⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons ⭐️ Courage to Wait on God
Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily...

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