Is the gift of tongues weird or wondrous? In this episode of Welcome to the Table, Khalil, Sean, and Jeff unpack a biblical, Spirit-led understanding of speaking in tongues. We trace Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 12–14, and church history, clear up common misconceptions, and share practical ways to seek more of God without hype or fear.

🔥 In this conversation, you’ll discover:

● What the Bible actually teaches about tongues

● Why tongues edifies the believer and points to Jesus

● How Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians fit together

● Common pitfalls to avoid: elitism, fabrication, and fear

● How to pursue more of the Holy Spirit with humility and hunger

✅ Next Steps for Your Growth

● Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487


● Spiritual Strategy Call → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call


● School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/school

Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Gift of Tongues01:31 Personal Experiences and Perspectives09:36 Biblical Foundations of Tongues12:10 The First Pentecost and Its Significance19:14 Modern-Day Implications and Misconceptions25:23 Historical Context of Prophetic Gifts26:12 Misconceptions About Spiritual Gifts28:26 The Purpose and Wonder of Tongues29:57 Addressing Skepticism and Counterfeits33:56 Practical Applications of Tongues39:38 Personal Experiences with Tongues43:35 Encouragement to Seek More of God46:12 Conclusion and Call to Community

What if the real reason you keep slipping back into the same sins is not a lack of willpower but a lack of the right battle plan? In this episode of Welcome to the Table, Khalil, Sean, and Jeff unpack the biblical idea of mortification of sin and show how the Holy Spirit, grace-filled effort, and Christian community work together to help you actually change.

You will learn:

• What Paul is really saying in Romans 7 and why that matters for your daily fight
• How to depend on the Holy Spirit instead of white-knuckled willpower
• The grace vs effort paradox and why effort is not earning
• Practical ways to “put off” the old self and “put on” the new
• Why confession, community, and sacramental rhythms break sin’s power
• * The habits that help you see and take God’s escape routes in temptation

Resources & Next Steps:


● Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487


● Spiritual Strategy Call ($47) → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call


● School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/school

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Why Do I keep Messing Up Even When I Try Not To?

00:48 Introduction: The Struggle with Sin

01:22 Understanding Mortification of Sin

01:29 Paul's Struggle and the Law

03:53 The Role of the Holy Spirit

07:46 The Importance of Holiness

09:43 Spiritual Warfare and Transformation

16:03 Practical Steps to Overcome Sin

32:45 Dependence on God and Spiritual Disciplines

36:19 The Power of Community and Confession

43:56 Conclusion and Encouragement

What if following Jesus today is less about winning arguments and more about how you actually show up among your neighbors? Khalil and Sean talk with Lee Rogers (Director of Student Evangelism, Assemblies of God; Youth Alive) about incarnational living, Spirit-empowered witness, and practical first steps for loving your neighbors without being pushy.

In This Conversation You’ll learn: ● How to love your neighbors when you’re the only believer on the block● Why the Holy Spirit is essential to bold, Spirit-led witness● Stories of small acts of obedience that led to real transformation● Simple first steps for sharing Jesus without being pushy or weird

Resources:
● Take the Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487● Book a Spiritual Strategy Call ($47) → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call● Learn about the School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/school