The Faith of the Father(s) w/ Karl Gessler
The Faith of the Father (s) is a podcast devoted to proclaiming and demonstrating the reality of Jesus Christ—risen from the dead and actively at work today, healing the sick and casting out demons just as He did in the Scriptures.
Rooted in the careful study of the Bible and the witness of the Church throughout history, this podcast seeks to learn from the faith of the fathers—from the earliest believers to faithful witnesses in the present day. We hold that the ministry of Jesus did not end in the Gospels, but continues through men and women indwelt by the Holy Spirit and obedient to His voice.
Hosted by Karl Gessler, The Faith of the Fathers features candid conversations with those who have walked out of deep trauma, abuse, and bondage and have found real healing in Jesus. It also includes interviews with believers who have witnessed and participated in profound works of God—miracles of healing, deliverance, salvation, and even the raising of the dead—through courageous and faithful obedience to Christ.
At its core, this podcast affirms a simple conviction: God intends to govern the world through human beings filled with His Spirit, living in truth, authority, and love. By returning to Scripture and the lived faith of the Church, The Faith of the Fathers invites listeners to know Jesus not as a distant figure of the past, but as the living Lord who continues His work today.
The Faith of the Father(s) w/ Karl Gessler
What Fasting Does to Your Spirit with Joe Roraff
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What happens to your spirit when you fast?
In this episode of The Faith of the Fathers, Karl Gessler sits down with Joe Roraff to discuss one of the most powerful and often neglected spiritual disciplines in the Christian life: fasting.
Joe shares the remarkable story of how his father's 21-day fast became a catalyst for his own spiritual transformation and pursuit of God. Together, Karl and Joe explore the purpose of fasting, common misconceptions surrounding it, and why so many believers struggle to make it a regular part of their walk with Christ.
The conversation covers practical challenges, hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit, spiritual sensitivity, breakthrough, and the cumulative impact of simple acts of obedience over time. Rather than viewing fasting as a religious obligation, Karl and Joe present it as an invitation to draw closer to God and create space for Him to work more deeply in our lives.
Whether you are considering your first fast or have practiced fasting for years, this conversation will encourage you to seek God with greater hunger and expectation.
In This Episode
- What fasting actually does to your spirit
- Joe's testimony of his father's 21-day fast
- Common fears and misconceptions about fasting
- Learning to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit
- The connection between fasting and spiritual breakthrough
- Why spiritual disciplines have a cumulative effect
- Practical encouragement for believers who want to begin fasting
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