Welcome to the final episode of our Unbound Book Study series! In this heartwarming conversation, Lisa is joined by Jenn and Jacqueline to explore Chapter 7 of Unbound: A Practical Guide to Deliverance by Neal Lozano, “I Receive Blessing in the Name of Jesus.”

Together, they reflect on how receiving the Father’s blessing restores identity, heals faulty foundations, and anchors us in God’s love. Jenn and Jacqueline share personal stories of discovering who they are in Christ, and the team reminisces about the early, humble beginnings of the Open Doors podcast studio.

You’ll also hear about the power of blessing, the hope of restoration, and the tender kindness of the Father.

* Also, a special shout-out to the man who made this podcast possible, our musician and co-producer, Christian Harper. He has spent endless hours creating our podcast music, setting up our studio, editing our episodes, and more.

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Release: October 2025
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What does it mean to have authority in Jesus’ name? Jenn hosts this sixth week of the Unbound Book Study series as we talk about the issue of authority.

In the book Unbound, Neal emphasizes that speaking words out loud is important. Jacqueline and Lisa share how they have exercised personal authority in the name of Jesus through prayer, and in speaking truth as parents. Authority exists because it has been given to someone.

Jacqueline speaks of a significant moment in her life when the power of the authority given through Christ allowed for something she could not do on her own.

Authority ties into the relationship that Jesus wants with us and His desire to heal. We see in Scripture that He heals people in a variety of ways. God’s ways are not ours and often He takes us on a long journey to teach us important things about the spiritual life as we pursue healing.

The episode concludes with a discussion about ways the church community can help in deliverance from bondage.

Warmup Question for chapter 7: When was the last time you felt truly seen, known and affirmed by someone and how did that experience impact you?

Blogs on Authority:

• Authority and the Layperson
• Authority and Responsibility
• Catholic FAQ's
• Where do all the demons go?

Podcasts on Authority:

• The Fourth Key: An Act of Faith with Dr. Mary Healy and Matt Lozano
• A Ring on Our Finger: Understanding Spiritual Authority
• Take Your Stand
• Because We are Sons and Daughters with Matt and Jenn Lozano
• Professor for a Week! Unbound in Rome with Neal Lozano and Jacqueline Harper

Other articles:

• Fourth Key: Authority
• Discernment Article

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Release: October 2025
Music by Christian Harper
Production by Jacqueline Harper

Emily hosts Matt and Jacqueline for Week 5 of our Unbound Book Study: "I Renounce in The Name of Jesus."

Speaking renunciation is crucial because “It gets you out of your own head,” says Matt. It declares a verbal end to lies and negative influences and creates accountability, providing a "feedback loop" to hear your expressed will. It is participating in God's creative act by saying "no" to darkness and "yes" to light.

Praying in Jesus’ name means communion with His person and will, remembering our identity in Him. We invoke His mighty name as we take a stand against our enemies, calling upon His victory on the cross and the reality of that victory. We say, “I am done with this,” because He has made it possible.

Healthy introspection is reflective as we bring our experiences to God in prayer. Excessive introspection is self-directed and agenda-driven, not Spirit-led, and can lead to confusion and despair.

Many times, the things we are renouncing are so “normal” to us. However, we realize in a new way that we don’t want to live with these things anymore. Healing is a process, deepening our intimacy and trust in God who is the Great Physician!

Some fun trivia: Can you guess what drink of choice Jaqueline, Matt, and Emily each would opt for when sitting with a group of friends and doing a book study? Listen and find out!

Warm-up question for Chapter 6: How comfortable are you with the concept of spiritual authority, and what experiences have shaped your understanding of it?

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Release: October 2025
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