Podcast Summary: Believer's Voice of Victory Audio Podcast
Episode: Redeemed To Enjoy a Long Life (09/03)
Host: Kenneth Copeland Ministries
Date: September 3, 2025
Episode Overview
This episode, led by Kenneth Copeland, focuses on the Christian principle of being “redeemed from the curse” and explores what it means to live a long, prosperous, and victorious life by standing in faith, walking in love, and claiming the promises of redemption through Jesus Christ. Using scripture, personal testimony, and practical examples, Copeland urges believers to embrace their identity in Christ, live debt-free, and support both their government and charitable works as an expression of covenant living.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Scriptural Foundation: The Good Samaritan and a New Commandment
- Scripture Reading: Luke 10:25–37 (The Parable of the Good Samaritan)
- Emphasis on compassion, action, and selfless love as core facets of Christian life.
- “He had compassion on him…and went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine…and took care of him.” (A, 04:17)
- Copeland highlights the importance of showing mercy and loving one’s neighbor, tying this to Jesus’ new commandment to love one another (referencing the Seder meal and John 13:34).
- “He said, I give you a new commandment: that you love one another. And all men will know you’re my disciples by the way you love.” (A, 06:40)
2. Living Debt-Free and Principles of Prosperity
- Copeland shares his and Gloria’s journey to living without debt as an expression of being redeemed from the curse.
- “There’s certain things about that that I’ve picked up on…being out of debt. No debt…Gloria and I…we just began to believe God for certain things financially that we need…We have no mortgage. Mortgage. Mor-gage. Sounds like morgue. It came from the same word.” (A, 07:00-08:13)
- Encourages believers to reject the idea that prosperity is unspiritual and to see financial stewardship as part of living a redeemed life.
3. Understanding True Freedom Through the Word
- Cites John 8:32, correcting common misquotations.
- “The truth will make you free. Jesus, he didn’t say, ‘It will set you free.’…He said, ‘It will make you free.’” (A, 10:13)
- Points out the scriptural promises of healing in 1 Peter 2:24.
- “Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree…by whose stripes you were healed.” (A, 11:55)
4. Conditions for Living in God’s Promises
- Stress on sanctification and right conduct as prerequisites for spiritual growth and answered prayer.
- “Lay aside all malice, guile, hypocrisies...as newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the Word that you may grow thereby.” (A, 12:41)
- “You also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood…” (A, 14:15)
- Personal repentance and regular self-examination are highlighted as part of maintaining spiritual vitality.
5. Applying Faith to Civic Life and Taxes
- Copeland discusses paying taxes joyfully as a form of seed for government operation, aligning with Romans 13.
- “Taxes are my seed to the operation of this government. I don’t gripe about paying my taxes.” (A, 19:54)
- Suggests that if millions contributed small extras, national debt could be reduced (A, 20:45).
- Emphasis on honoring leaders and praying for the nation, regardless of political opinions.
- “Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake, whether you agree with their politics or not. For the Lord’s sake. I’m not going to be part of that strife.” (A, 18:23)
6. Political Observations and Faithful Leadership
- Uses the example of Donald J. Trump as a non-political, decisive leader, advocating for honesty and effectiveness in public service, without devolving into strife or judgment.
- “He is a very successful businessman. And no good businessman is going to keep some deadhead…Well, how much more in a nation…” (A, 16:30)
- Urges believers not to engage in discord but to embody Christ-like conduct.
7. Promised Blessings and Healing
- Continual reference to the believer’s identity: “You’re a chosen generation…a royal priesthood…” (A, 14:50)
- Focus on blood covenant promises guaranteeing healing, prosperity, and righteousness through Christ.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Love and Identification with Christ:
- “When I go to bed at night…Good night. My love to Gloria. And I love the Lord, my God, with all my heart, all my soul, all my mind, and all my strength. I love my neighbor as myself, fulfilling all the law and the prophets.” (A, 06:10)
- On Debt and Financial Faith:
- “If you think a preacher’s not supposed to have a big house, you don’t want to come see mine…We have no mortgage. Mortgage...Sounds like morgue.” (A, 07:44)
- On Suffering and Endurance:
- “For what glory is it, when you be buffeted for your faults, you shall take patiently? But when you do well and suffer for it, you take it patiently. This is acceptable with God.” (A, 22:05)
- On National Responsibility:
- “I am thrilled to pay taxes…when I didn’t have to pay any…I was under the curse…So I added so much money to my taxes to be put on the government debt.” (A, 18:40)
- On Spiritual Identity:
- “You are a chosen generation…I am. Glory to God. I am. I’m a royal priest. Thank you, Jesus.” (A, 14:50)
Important Timestamps
- 00:02 – Opening prayer and Luke 10 reading (Parable of the Good Samaritan)
- 06:10 – Personal discipline: nightly confession and new commandment to love
- 07:00-08:13 – Testimony on debt freedom and wordplay on “mortgage”
- 10:13 – Correction of the popular phrase “set you free” vs “make you free”
- 11:55 – 1 Peter 2:24 and declaration of healing
- 14:15–15:15 – Exploration of living as a “royal priesthood”
- 18:23 – Guidance on submission to government, avoiding strife
- 19:54 – Taxes as spiritual seed; call for voluntary contributions to reduce national debt
- 22:05 – Teaching on patience and suffering for righteousness
- 24:15–24:57 – Promotion of Kenneth Copeland’s “Live Fear Free” book (skip for ads)
- 27:29–27:51 – Closing encouragement to daily Bible reading and affirmation of God’s love
Conclusion
Throughout the episode, Kenneth Copeland underscores the believer’s calling to live victoriously through love, faith, and right stewardship—of finances, relationships, and civic duties. By embracing redemption in Christ, believers can enjoy long life, physical healing, and prosperity, all while impacting society for good. The overarching message: Stand in faith, walk in love, operate in honor, and claim your covenant promises for a long and fruitful life.
Key Reminders:
- “God loves you, we love you, and Jesus is Lord.” (A, 27:43)
- Live intentionally as a redeemed, victorious believer—spiritually, relationally, and practically.