Think you're close to God because you pray, fast, and read your Bible daily? Think again. In this raw and transformative episode, Brittany Durphey breaks down the shocking difference between being around God and actually abiding in Him.

After God gave her the word "abiding" for 2024, Brittany was confused – wasn't she already doing all the spiritual disciplines? What she discovered will revolutionize how you approach your relationship with Christ. From the farmer's market tomato revelation to understanding why the Sons of Sceva got demolished by demons, this episode reveals the secret to true spiritual authority and effortless obedience.

If you've ever felt spiritually busy but emotionally distant from God, this episode is your wake-up call.

If you've ever felt spiritually busy but emotionally distant from God, this episode is your wake-up call.

🎯 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• Why spiritual disciplines don't equal spiritual intimacy
• The shocking difference between being around God vs. abiding in Him
• How obedience actually deepens your relationship with Christ
• Why some Christians have spiritual authority while others don't (Sons of Sceva breakdown)
• 3 practical ways to discern God's voice from your own thoughts
• How trials perfect your character when you truly abide
• The consistency principle that changes everything

⏰ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Why I Was Confused About Abiding

02:20 - God's 2024 Words: Abiding + Acceleration

09:20 - My Farmer's Market Tomato Revelation

14:04 - Sons of Sceva: When Spiritual Authority Goes Wrong

18:41 - 3 Keys to Hearing God's Voice

22:54 - The Endurance Game: How Trials Build Character

28:19 - Prayer for Breakthrough

💡 KEY TAKEAWAY

Relationship is key to remaining and knowing God. It's not about doing more spiritual activities – it's about deepening intimacy through obedience. When you truly abide in Christ, everything else becomes easier.

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