Podcast Summary: "The War Is Over: Episode 3"

Podcast: The Gospel Truth
Host: Andrew Wommack Ministries
Air Date: December 29, 2025

Main Theme and Purpose

In this episode, Andrew Wommack explores the profound theological concept that the spiritual "war" between God and humanity, caused by sin, is over for those who accept Jesus Christ. Wommack addresses common misunderstandings about sin, condemnation, and the transformational impact of salvation, emphasizing that believers can now enjoy peace with God not through works, but through faith in Christ's finished work.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The Real Meaning of "Peace on Earth" (00:26–02:30)

• Explains Christmas Message: Wommack starts by referencing Luke 2:14, clarifying that "peace on earth, goodwill toward men" refers not to human peace, but to the end of hostility between God and man for those who receive Christ.
• He contrasts this interpretation with Jesus’s own words in Matthew 10:34, where Jesus said he came to bring “a sword” rather than peace among men.

"The war between God and man because of sin is over for those who will accept the end of the war, who will make Jesus their Lord and receive salvation." (00:58, B)

2. Two Extremes Regarding Sin in Today's Society (02:32–04:56)

• No Fear of God: Wommack observes a rise in secular attitudes where people reject accountability to God and redefine moral boundaries, citing societal shifts and decreased restraint because of this lack of "fear of God."
• Living Under Condemnation: On the opposite end, some recognize their guilt and accountability before God but live burdened by guilt, condemnation, and an ongoing sense of separation from God—even after conversion.

3. The Problem of Condemnation for Believers (04:56–08:23)

• Enduring Guilt Despite Salvation: Many believers continue to feel unworthy, thinking God is displeased with them every time they sin. Wommack shares his personal testimony, explaining that he lived under self-condemnation despite being born again.

"As long as you think things like that, you will never believe that God is going to use you and flow through you. And it's hard for you to receive because your own heart is condemning you." (05:38, B)

• Scriptural Foundation:
  • Hebrews 9:14, Hebrews 10:14: The blood of Christ purges the believer’s conscience from dead works, enabling confident fellowship with God.
  • Romans 2:15: The conscience can either accuse or excuse—so it must be cleansed for service to God.

4. The Finality and Fullness of Christ’s Sacrifice (08:23–11:30)

• Justification Explained:
  • Through Jesus, all sin—past, present, and future—has been paid for. Wommack highlights that all sins were future when Jesus died, underscoring the complete sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice.

"Jesus paid for all of your sins, past, present, and even future sins. And I know that this is a radical statement...If Jesus didn't pay for all of your sins 2000 years ago, then there's nothing you can do to get them paid for now." (10:12, B)

• Spiritual Identity Transformation:
  • Born-again believers receive a new spirit that is “created in righteousness and true holiness.”
  • God relates to the believer based on this new nature—not their works or failures.

"If you receive salvation, you've got a brand new spirit. It is created in righteousness and true holiness. Ephesians 4:24. As Jesus is, so are you right now in this world." (11:35, B)

5. Relationship with God—Grace Over Works (11:30–16:40)

• Relating by Faith, Not Performance:

  • God is a spirit (John 4:24), and true worship/relation is in spirit and truth—not based on human effort.
  • Actions are important in human and spiritual (devil) relationships, but in God’s eyes, faith in Christ is sufficient.

• Romans 5:8–10:

  • God’s love was demonstrated while we were still sinners.
  • Now, having been justified, we have assurance, wholeness, and deliverance from wrath.

"If you could accept his love while you were still a sinner, much more now that you've received Jesus as your savior...you ought to accept the love of God much more now than you did before you got born again." (15:08, B)

6. The Irony of Post-Conversion Condemnation (16:40–20:21)

• Mercy to Sinners, Judgment for Saints?
  • Wommack points out the inconsistency where the church is quick to extend grace to sinners but imposes stricter standards (and condemnation) after someone is converted.
• Colossians 2:6:
  • The Christian life is to be continued in the same way it began—by grace through faith, not merit.

"When they came to the Lord, they were told that man, everything is wiped out and God just loves you...But once they go to church and start getting all these rules and regulations put upon them, now, they come back under separation." (19:25, B)

7. Living in the Full Benefit of Salvation (20:21–22:45)

• Embrace Peace, Not Legalism:
  • Wommack concludes by urging listeners to recognize that the “war is over” and that God relates to us based on Christ’s merits, not our perfection. He encourages further study for transformation.

"If you could ever reach this place where you believe that the war is over, that God paid everything, that there is total peace between you and God, regardless of your performance, it would transform your life." (22:05, B)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Modern Morality:
  "There's people that don't believe they are going to give any account to God. And they just basically have changed all of the rules so that homosexuality, transgenderism, mutilating children's flesh is okay. Adultery, lying, stealing, they justify murder, they justify all kinds of things." (03:24, B)
• On Ongoing Condemnation:
  "Even when they get born again, they may feel that they aren't going to go to hell, but they aren't going to be able to enjoy the presence of God because their own heart is condemning them." (05:10, B)
• On Total Forgiveness:
  "If you got what you earned. If I got what I earned, we would all go to hell. But no, God offered us salvation as a gift." (12:55, B)
• On Grace After Salvation:
  "If you could accept and receive from God when you had no goodness to your credit whatsoever, how much more, now that you're born again, should you be able to receive that same love and that same forgiveness?" (17:18, B)

Timestamps of Key Segments

• 00:26–04:56 — Main theme: Peace between God and man explained, present-day extremes regarding sin.
• 04:56–08:23 — The burden of condemnation on believers; purging the conscience.
• 08:23–11:30 — Christ’s sacrifice pays for all sin, new spiritual identity.
• 11:30–16:40 — God relates through spirit, not works; assurance of peace.
• 16:40–20:21 — Inconsistencies in church teaching on grace vs. works.
• 20:21–22:45 — Living in freedom, encouragement to embrace God’s peace.

Overall Tone

Andrew Wommack’s tone is compassionate, pastoral, and direct—challenging both secular and religious mindsets while aiming to free believers from unnecessary guilt. He advocates for living boldly in God’s grace and finished work through Christ.

Resources Mentioned

• Books/Booklets:

  • “The War Is Over” (full book, over 200 pages)
  • “Goodwill Toward Men” (free introductory booklet)

• Other Media:

  • CD, DVD, USB, study guide (also available in Spanish)

For further study and continued encouragement in understanding your position in Christ, Andrew strongly recommends reading “The War Is Over” and engaging with the accompanying resources to fully grasp and walk in the peace God has provided through Jesus.