FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where does the Bible say we can cast out demons?
- Mark 16:17, John 14:12, Luke 10:19
How did this become your passion/ministry?
- In 1979, a man came to church who I (Bob) had invited. He was severely demonized and started cussing out people in the church. Church leadership asked me to remove him from the church. I took him outside where I found out he had come for help. Nobody in my church knew how to help him, so he left. In plain words, we kicked him out of church. This sent me on a quest in the Scriptures to find answers. Over time I found answers, God sent people to me who I was able to help and it has grown into something I never thought it would be.
How do demons get into you?
- A lot of detail can go into this answer, but the basic answer is idolatry. This can come in different forms and the basic way in our day and time is works of the flesh (sin).
Can Christians be possessed?
- No. One must talk in biblical terms; when the Bible says “possessed with demons," it is one Greek word, diamonizomai, which means “having demons" or "demonized.” A person can have demons; the demons don’t have the person.
All people have spirit, soul and body. The spirit of a Christian is saved and sealed with the Holy Spirit. The soul and body need to be dealt with, and this is where demons can get in.
Are you an exorcist?
- No. This word is in the Bible only one time (Acts 19: 13) and it refers to non-believers trying to cast out demons by using magic. We cast out demons in Jesus’ name according to the authority He has given us (Luke 10:19).
Didn’t these signs end with the apostles?
- No. There are no Scriptures which indicate this. These will go away when “that which is perfect is come” who is Jesus at His return (I Cor. 13: 10). Jesus said this sign will follow those who believe and He did not indicate that it would end (Mark 16:17).
What exactly do you do?
- First, we determine why individuals think they need deliverance, then we teach the Word of God, pray, repentance of sin, forgiveness of people who have hurt them and command the spirits to leave in the name of Jesus.
Where do you do this?
- The location depends upon the circumstances. We do this in person, possibly individually or in a group deliverance session.
Do you charge?
- No. However, there are costs associated with this, especially if it is over a weekend, or where travel is needed, so donations are accepted.
How are you associated with Truth in Love Ministry?
- I am the Vice-President and have been personal friends with the President, Larry Coker, for over 25 years.
Have you written a book?
- Yes. We have written 2 books. “Ekballo: What the Bible Teaches About Every Christians Authority Over the Evil Spirit Realm”, and "Shattered Shackles: 200 True Stories of Individuals Receiving Freedom Through Jesus Christ". Both books are available for purchase from Amazon.com or by contacting the ministry directly.
How can I contact your ministry?
[email protected]
270-392-8499 or 270-392-4976
- Mark 16:17, John 14:12, Luke 10:19
How did this become your passion/ministry?
- In 1979, a man came to church who I (Bob) had invited. He was severely demonized and started cussing out people in the church. Church leadership asked me to remove him from the church. I took him outside where I found out he had come for help. Nobody in my church knew how to help him, so he left. In plain words, we kicked him out of church. This sent me on a quest in the Scriptures to find answers. Over time I found answers, God sent people to me who I was able to help and it has grown into something I never thought it would be.
How do demons get into you?
- A lot of detail can go into this answer, but the basic answer is idolatry. This can come in different forms and the basic way in our day and time is works of the flesh (sin).
Can Christians be possessed?
- No. One must talk in biblical terms; when the Bible says “possessed with demons," it is one Greek word, diamonizomai, which means “having demons" or "demonized.” A person can have demons; the demons don’t have the person.
All people have spirit, soul and body. The spirit of a Christian is saved and sealed with the Holy Spirit. The soul and body need to be dealt with, and this is where demons can get in.
Are you an exorcist?
- No. This word is in the Bible only one time (Acts 19: 13) and it refers to non-believers trying to cast out demons by using magic. We cast out demons in Jesus’ name according to the authority He has given us (Luke 10:19).
Didn’t these signs end with the apostles?
- No. There are no Scriptures which indicate this. These will go away when “that which is perfect is come” who is Jesus at His return (I Cor. 13: 10). Jesus said this sign will follow those who believe and He did not indicate that it would end (Mark 16:17).
What exactly do you do?
- First, we determine why individuals think they need deliverance, then we teach the Word of God, pray, repentance of sin, forgiveness of people who have hurt them and command the spirits to leave in the name of Jesus.
Where do you do this?
- The location depends upon the circumstances. We do this in person, possibly individually or in a group deliverance session.
Do you charge?
- No. However, there are costs associated with this, especially if it is over a weekend, or where travel is needed, so donations are accepted.
How are you associated with Truth in Love Ministry?
- I am the Vice-President and have been personal friends with the President, Larry Coker, for over 25 years.
Have you written a book?
- Yes. We have written 2 books. “Ekballo: What the Bible Teaches About Every Christians Authority Over the Evil Spirit Realm”, and "Shattered Shackles: 200 True Stories of Individuals Receiving Freedom Through Jesus Christ". Both books are available for purchase from Amazon.com or by contacting the ministry directly.
How can I contact your ministry?
[email protected]
270-392-8499 or 270-392-4976