Walking in the Spirit Online Conference – 2025

The Bible makes the incredible claim that we are the dwelling place of God, yet many believers struggle to connect with the Holy Spirit in their daily lives.ย This conference features expert-led sessions designed to move you beyond “duty-based” religion and into a vibrant, conversational friendship with Jesus. Through a blend of teaching and guided exercises, you will explore:

  • Session 1: Marcus Warner breaks down the “crucified life” and the core practices of spiritual connection.
  • Session 2: Dawn Whitestone provides tools for discernment and hearing Godโ€™s voice during critical transitions.
  • Session 3: Asheritah Ciuciu reframes obedience as a delight rather than a heavy burden.
  • Session 4: A dynamic Q&A panel addressing real-world obstacles to spiritual intimacy.

Whether you are seeking clarity on a major decision or simply hunger for a deeper sense of God’s presence, these sessions provide the concrete tools needed to keep in step with the Spirit.

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The Bible makes a series of staggering claims about the nature of the Christian life: that we are the “temple of the Living God,” that the Holy Spirit dwells within us as a Counselor, and that we are called to literally “walk” and “keep in step” with this Divine Presence. Yet, for many followers of Christ, these truths feel more like information and facts rather than lived daily realities. If God is truly inside us, why does it often feel so difficult to hear His voice? Why does obedience frequently feel like a heavy burden of duty rather than a joyful rhythm of grace?

The Walking in the Spirit Conference was designed out of a desire to move beyond the “why” of spiritual living and into the “how.” Originally hosted as a live event on September 13, 2025, this experience has been reformatted into a premium streaming product for our members. Featuring experienced teachers, practical exercises, and deep biblical insights, this resource is designed to help you cultivate a “supernaturally natural” connection with God.

The Vision: Teaching + Practice = Growth

Most conferences focus solely on informationโ€”filling your notebooks with points that are often forgotten by Monday morning. Walking in the Spirit is built on a different framework: the belief that true spiritual transformation requires both biblical instruction and guided practice.

Throughout these sessions, you won’t just listen to lectures on the Holy Spirit; you will be invited into moments of “Listening Prayer” and practical exercises designed to help you identify the Spiritโ€™s leading in real-time. Whether you are in a season of “spiritual dryness” or you are facing a major life crossroads, these sessions provide a roadmap for navigating life in union with Christ.

Conference Sessions Overview

Session 1: “Learning to Walk in the Spirit” by Marcus Warner

Marcus Warner kicks off the series by addressing the elephant in the room: If God is in me, why is this so hard? He explores the internal barriers that keep us from experiencing the presence of God. Marcus identifies the “three elements of living in the flesh” and contrasts them with the beauty of the “crucified life.” You will walk away with a clear understanding of the core practices that make walking in the Spirit a consistent reality rather than a rare peak experience.

Session 2: “Discernment & Decisions” by Dawn Whitestone

One of the most common questions believers ask is: “How do I know if itโ€™s Godโ€™s voice or just my own thoughts?” Dawn Whitestone takes a deep dive into the mechanics of spiritual discernment. By examining the lives of King David and the Apostle Paul, Dawn demonstrates that God is deeply interested in the “critical directions” of our lives. This session equips you with the tool of “Listening Prayer,” showing you how to incorporate it alongside other biblical wisdom to make decisions with confidence and peace.

Session 3: “Walking with God: Delighting in Obedience” by Asheritah Ciuciu

In a culture that views “obedience” as a negative word associated with drudgery and rules, Asheritah Ciuciu offers a refreshing, heart-centered alternative. She reframes the Christian walk not as a marathon we run for God, but as a “yoke” we share with Jesusโ€”a pace that is restful, joyful, and fueled by friendship. Asheritah shares vulnerable personal stories and creative rhythms to help you overcome the obstacles of “performance-based” Christianity and step into the delight of being loved by God.

Session 4: “A Conversation on Everyday Faith” featuring: Marcus Warner, Stephanie Warner, & Asheritah Ciuciu

The series concludes with a lively, unscripted panel discussion. This session brings the theology down to earth as the speakers interact with live audience questions. They discuss the grit and grace of walking with God in the midst of parenting, career stress, and the mundane moments of everyday life. This conversation provides a beautiful picture of how different personalities and generations uniquely experience the same Holy Spirit.

What You Will Gain

By engaging with this streaming series, you are investing in your primary relationship. This product is more than a video series; it is a spiritual toolkit that will help you:

  • Identify the “Noise”: Learn to distinguish the voice of the Spirit from the demands of the flesh and the distractions of the world.
  • Master Discernment: Gain practical frameworks for making major life decisions through the lens of Godโ€™s perspective.
  • Find Rest in Activity: Discover how to “work” from a place of spiritual rest rather than striving for Godโ€™s approval.
  • Deepen Intimacy: Develop a “conversational” relationship with Jesus that lasts throughout the day, not just during a morning quiet time.

The Spirit of God is not a distant force; He is a present Friend. We invite you to clear away the clutter, open your heart, and learn what it truly means to Walk in the Spirit.

Videos

Session 1 - Learning to Walk in the Spirit

Session 2 - Discernment & Decisions

Session 3 - Obedience & Friendship with Jesus

Session 4 - A Conversation with the Presenters

Speakers

Deeper Walk International President

Marcus Warner has served as president of Deeper Walk International since 2006. Marcus earned three degrees from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School โ€“ M.Div., Th.M. Old Testament, and D.Min. He has written numerous books including his most recent title, Breakthrough! 5 Essential Strategies for Freedom, Healing, & Wholeness. An in-demand speaker, Marcus has spoken for both ministry and corporate groups across the country and around the world. A Bible teacher at heart, Marcus has taught Old Testament and Theology at the junior high, high school, college, and seminary levels. His passion is taking complex topics and making them practical and accessible for everyone.

Founding Director, Deeper Walk School of Ministry

Dawn Whitestone (MA, LMHC) serves as the Founding Director of the Deeper Walk School of Ministry. She is also the Founding Partner & Chief Growth Catalyst at WhiteStone Professionals. Her passion is growing people and organizations into their full potential.

Dawn has served as an executive coach, strategic planner, and training designer. Her unique approach to following Godโ€™s purposes and plans is captured in the book Strategic Business Prayer and its companion workbook.

Dawnโ€™s zest for joyful living is rooted in a strong family, vibrant faith, and familiarity with suffering. Her personal experiences with divorce, grief, and family illness give her a compassion that undergirds her love for life and passion for people. Dawn fills her joy bucket loving her husband, volunteering in her church, and spending time with friends in Lakeland, Florida.

Asheritah Ciuciu is a national retreat speaker, YouTube Bible teacher, and bestselling author of ten books, including Full, Prayers of Rest, and Unwrapping the Names of Jesus. Growing up as a Romanian missionary kid, Asheritah helps people worldwide delight in Jesus through creative Bible habits. She and her high school sweetheart raise their three spunky kids in NE Ohioโ€”and anywhere they adventure together in their camper. Connect with Asheritah, and discover your devotional personality type, at www.DelightinginJesus.com.

Deeper Walk Content Development Coordinator

Stephanie Warner is the content development coordinator at Deeper Walk International and has served as the editor for over a dozen books including Building Bounce, The Pandora Problem, Understanding the Wounded Heart, and Strategic Business Prayer. Classically educated, Stephanie has taught Latin and ancient history and has a passion for helping Christians understand the epicness of a biblical worldview. Stephanie is also an aspiring novelist who specializes in epic fantasy for adults. She completed her masterโ€™s degree in Biblical Studies from Asbury Theological Seminary in 2023.

Director of Operations - Deeper Walk International

Nik has a Masters in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and helped plant a church and new college ministry in Seattle, where he served in pastoral ministry for 16 years. Nik currently resides in Northern California with his wife, Kristy, and four children. Nikโ€™s passion is helping people grow in emotional, relational, and spiritual health.

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