The Gospel Truth – "The War Is Over: Episode 6"

Host: Andrew Wommack Ministries
Date: January 1, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode focuses on the central message of Andrew Wommack’s teaching series "The War Is Over." Andrew explores the biblical truth that God’s war against mankind’s sin ended through the finished work of Jesus Christ. He discusses the scriptural foundation for reconciliation between God and humanity, the implications of being made righteous through faith in Christ, and addresses misunderstandings about grace, sin, and behavior. The episode serves as both a theological exposition and practical encouragement for believers who struggle with guilt, condemnation, or confusion about their identity in Christ.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. "The War Is Over": What Does It Mean?

• Main Verse: Luke 2:14 – "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men."
  • Andrew clarifies this peace is not between people, but between God and man.

  “The war from God against our sin is over.” (00:10, Andrew)

• Jesus bore all of God’s wrath on the cross, ending the conflict that separated humanity from God.
• The foundation of the series: Romans 1:16-17 describes the gospel as "the power of God unto salvation," emphasizing good news.

2. The Human Condition Before Christ

• Romans 1:18–5:21 details humanity’s universal sinfulness.
  • "All of us have this sin nature and it separated us from God." (04:58, Andrew)
• Andrew argues biblically and practically that people are not inherently good, countering a common secular worldview:

  "The Bible teaches, no, you are basically bad... We were all born in sin." (07:50, Andrew)

• Uses "Lord of the Flies" as an analogy for unrestrained sin nature (09:56).

3. Transformation Through Christ

• At the end of Romans 5, Paul states, "As sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord."

  "You are made the righteousness of God." (11:21, Andrew)

• 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Christ became sin so believers could "be made the righteousness of God in Him."
• 1 John 4:17 – "As He is, so are we in this world."
• Ephesians 4:24 – In the spirit, believers are "created in righteousness and true holiness."

4. Reconciliation and the Spiritual Reality

• 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 – God reconciled us through Christ by not imputing (i.e., not recording) our trespasses against us.

  "How did God reconcile us?... He didn’t impute our trespasses unto us." (15:42, Andrew)

• The concept of reconciliation is likened to balancing a checkbook (16:45).
• God judged sin fully, but the judgment happened to Jesus’ flesh, not ours (17:30).

5. Implications for Believers (Living Under Grace)

• God is not holding sins against believers; they are seen as righteous in the spirit (18:40).

  "God looks at you in the Spirit and He's dealing with you based on that Spirit. And the war is over." (19:40, Andrew)

• Believers are free from condemnation and legalism, but sin still has earthly consequences.

  "Even though God’s not imputing his judgment on your sin... if you go out and yield this body to sin, Satan is going to take advantage..." (20:50, Andrew)

6. Misunderstanding Grace: License to Sin?

• Some misuse grace to justify sinful behavior, but Andrew refutes this:

  "That’s just stupid. Forgive me for being blunt. But what I’m saying is God loves you, stupid." (21:44, Andrew)

• Earthly laws, consequences, and Satanic attack still operate; grace is not immunity from them (23:00).

7. Change Happens from the Inside Out

• True new birth (salvation) results in a changed spiritual nature.

  "If your heart is really changed... there should be a change in your actions. It should be reflected in the way that you live." (24:00, Andrew)

• The process of sanctification is gradual for some and immediate for others (examples: smoking, drinking, adultery).
• Knowledge of the truth leads to freedom:

  "You shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free, but it’s only the truth you know that makes you free." (24:50, Andrew)

8. Addressing Religious Traditions

• The episode critiques how church traditions and human doctrines often distort or obscure the radical message of grace.

  "Your traditions and doctrines of men make the word of God of no effect." (25:55, Andrew, referencing Mark 7:13)

9. Romans 6: Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ

• Begins to address Romans 6:
  • Question: “Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?”
  • Answer: “God forbid.”
• Being "dead to sin" refers to the old sin nature being gone, not merely actions.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Human Nature and Upbringing

  “You don’t have to teach a child to be selfish. You don’t have to teach a child to throw a fit. You don’t have to teach them how to lie...” (08:50)

• On God’s Love During Consequences

  “God will still love you, stupid. ... God will love you and you could just have a wonderful time fellowshipping with God in your jail cell.” (22:17)

• On Religious Tradition

  “The average church will preach that when you get born again, yes, you’re saved... But they teach that God is still holding your sins against you... That’s not what the Word of God teaches.” (13:19)

• On New Life in the Spirit

  “In your spirit, you are already identical to Jesus.” (13:58) “You are now righteous in your spirit.” (19:53)

• On Personal Testimonies
  • [27:41] “I thought that I was not good enough, that God could not forgive me everything that I’ve done in my life. But then I came into the teaching of Andrew Wommack... and it changed my life forever.” (E)
  • [28:03] “It’s the message of God’s word. Doesn’t matter what language you speak, what culture you are, it’s just the message of the Bible”—emphasizing universality and impact. (D)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:10 – Core premise: "The war from God against our sin is over."
• 04:58-09:30 – Exposition of Romans 1-5; universality of sin.
• 09:56 – "Lord of the Flies" and illustration of inherent sin nature.
• 11:21 – Introduction of righteousness in Christ.
• 15:42-17:30 – Explanation of reconciliation and imputation.
• 18:40-20:30 – God’s perspective on believers and sin after Christ.
• 21:44 – On misusing grace ("God loves you, stupid.")
• 24:00-25:00 – The importance of visible change and knowing the truth.
• 25:55 – Warning about religious tradition overruling God’s Word.
• 27:41–28:03 – Personal testimonies highlighting the series' impact.

Concluding Remarks

Andrew closes by underscoring the completeness of our salvation in the spirit, the necessity of renewing our minds to this truth, and rejecting unbiblical religious constructs. The episode invites listeners to further explore these themes through his series, with a strong emphasis on living out the new identity offered in Christ.

Resources and Additional Offers (Skip if not interested in product promotions)

• Book: The War Is Over (over 200 pages)
• Booklet: Good Will Toward Men (free introduction)
• CDs, DVDs, USB, Study guides, and "Heart of Christmas" video.

Final Takeaway

This episode presents a powerful message: God is no longer at war with you—He has fully reconciled you through Jesus. Your standing before God is based on Christ’s righteousness, not personal performance. Grace changes your heart and ultimately your actions. Don’t let old mindsets or religious tradition rob you of this truth: the war is truly over.