In this powerful episode, Todd Herman welcomes Sergeant First Class Jackie Vanover, a veteran who shares his transformative journey from the battlefield of Iraq to grappling with the challenges of life at home. Jackie opens up about his struggles with panic attacks, isolation, and the weight of guilt after his military service. He recounts a pivotal moment of spiritual awakening that led him to repentance and a renewed mission in life. Tune in to hear about the importance of brotherhood, accountability, and the healing power of faith. This episode is a profound exploration of resilience and redemption.

Chapters:
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(04:51) Your fear of losing your children stems from being in a sniper environment
(10:20) I had no idea about spiritual warfare. I didn't know how to battle the enemy
(16:01) Van says cursing is an indicator of the presence of the enemy
(19:53) What a battle drill is nothing more than doing something so many times
(23:54) To disciple men, you have to be willing to model that behavior
(28:11) My mission in the military was to close with and destroy the enemy
(28:40) Todd: There was a kid who misbehaved in youth group
(31:48) During Fallujah, we ran low on ammunition. After about day seven of, uh, the Fallujah fight no. 4
(34:19) The metaphor then for me is this, um. To seek perfection, as his Father is perfect
(38:37) It has to do with sense of mission, Jackie Vanover says
(40:29) Jackie says every person needs to feel purposeful in life
(45:50) Take a spiritual inventory. Are we being this way with each other
(48:06) Todd: First you have to recognize that all lies from the enemy are lies
(52:19) Todd Herman: Jesus that raised Lazarus from the dead can raise you from spiritual death