Podcasts about Gnosticism

How about a Halloween gift? More quality fare to watch this spooky season? I'm making my Finding Hermes presentation public. Get ready to delve into various forms of Gnostic horror films, from mind parasite fare to cosmic horror to simulated reality flicks. The list is varied and includes some classics that might surprise you. I also argue that both sci-fi and horror originated in Gnostic thought, and that one of history's worst filmmakers tapped into deep Gnosis for his “art.” The presentation will further crystallize Gnosticism and its subtleties. Boo! Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cutting Through the Chaos with Wallace Garneau – Political Gnosticism explores how modern politics turns belief into a quest for hidden truth and moral superiority. It reveals how pride replaces humility, dialogue collapses, and every disagreement becomes a battle for righteousness. The piece calls for humility, honesty, and shared reality as the only way to restore sanity to civic life...

In this episode of Nephilim Death Squad, the crew dives deep with Stephen of Biblical Hitmen to uncover the spiritual mechanics behind Mystery Babylon, the divine feminine, Luciferian doctrine, and modern Gnosticism. From the Tower of Babel to the infiltration of the Church, this conversation exposes how ancient Babylonian mysticism, Eastern mysticism, and Hollywood's obsession with the “Divine Feminine” intertwine in our world today. Stephen shares a chilling personal experience tied to his research into Mystery Babylon and discusses the spiritual warfare facing today's believers. The squad unpacks Gnosticism, the Demiurge, Sophia, and the merging of faith with political movements like Christian nationalism and new age theology. Filmed live from The Standard Coffee Shop, this one bridges theology, history, and supernatural warfare in a way only NDS can. Watch the full uncut episode + live aftershow on Patreon:

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Heresies, Power, and the Forgotten Voices of Early Christianity An Interview with Dr. Bart Ehrman Shirley Paulson talks with Bart Ehrman about his new course on early Christian heresies. Together they explore why “right belief” became a matter of life and death, how women and household voices were often silenced, and what these early debates reveal about power, diversity, and faith. Christianity is the only religion to have evolved on a foundation of right and wrong belief. Their conversation touches on Christianity's complex origins—and why those ancient arguments still matter today. Bart D. Ehrman is an American New Testament scholar renowned for his work on textual criticism, the historical Jesus, and the origins and development of early Christianity. One of his frequent themes is on the early Christian doctrinal battles, showing how orthodoxy and heresy shaped contemporary traditions. He is the James A. Gray Distinguished Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, in the Department of Religious Studies and has authored over 30 books, but he is also a public scholar and reaches a broad audience beyond academia. A complete transcript is available on Early Christian Texts, https://earlychristiantexts.com/heresies-bart-ehrman/

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Producer Brandon Wood and William Wolfe, director for the Center For Baptist Leadership and former Trump staffer, unpack "national gnosticism' and how it effects families and global missions.

Producer Brandon Wood and William Wolfe, director for Center For Baptist Leadership ‬and former Trump staffer, unpack National Gnosticism and how it effects families and global missions.Center for Baptist LeadershipWatch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Have you ever been duped? Maybe you gave money to someone in need, only to find out later you were manipulated? Maybe you trusted someone who promised they’d have your back, but when you needed them most, they were gone. Have you ever been conned, promised opportunity, partnership or love & instead you were left empty & embarrassed? Few things are as discouraging as realizing you’ve been deceived. It makes you angry, embarrassed, and jaded. But what about when the lie isn’t about money or friendship—what if it’s about God? John knew how destructive spiritual lies could be. That’s why in his letters, he didn’t treat lies as small problems. He warned believers not to tolerate them, enable them, or even greet those who spread them. Because for John, truth and lies are not competing opinions—they are opposing kingdoms. One builds life; the other destroys it. One belongs to Christ; the other to the deceiver. This is the war every believer is in—whether we realize it or not. That’s why this series through 2 and 3 John matters. These short letters show us that the nature of truth is never abstract or subjective; It’s the only way to spiritual life. It guards us from lies, unites us in love, and gives us courage to follow Jesus no matter the cost. So this week, we’ll focus on the fight John highlights most urgently: Truth versus Lies.

In this episode I am once again joined by Alan Chapman, British writer, occultist, and spiritual teacher. Alan reflects on his search for true awakening, compares the spiritual traditions of the West and the East, and questions the liberal ideal of the universal man. Alan presents Merlin as the archetype of the Western adept, asserts theosis to be the true purpose of Christianity, and reveals the language of the birds. Alan also offers advice for those who have had an awakening, discusses Gnosticism and Pragmatic Dharma, and critiques the idea that contemplative neuroscience is the Fourth Turning of Buddhism. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep329-the-western-path-alan-chapman-2 Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics Include: 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Is Alan a book guy? 03:30 - Alan's books 07:07 - Current writing project 10:02 - Insights on Crowley 11:17 - What Alan enjoys reading 13:53 - Eastern vs Western traditions 19:25 - In search of true awakening 21:05 - Cultural and ethnic inheritance 21:57 - Western Buddhism and Sigalow's “American JewBu” 27:04- The Christian revival and theosis 29:02 - Trauma for your own good 31:05 - Becoming a fit vessel 32:48 - The true Western tradition 36:50 - Western vs Eastern awakening 37:37 - Merlin 41:23 - Language of the birds 44:33 - Entering the miraculous 45:56 - How Alan first encountered the language of the birds 54:01 - Transmission and birds as messengers 56:23 - Spirituality beyond states and stages 59:32 - The Liberal ideal of the universal human being 01:02:04 - The end of the WW2 cultural drama 01:03:03 - Perennialism, Traditionalism, and Magia 01:06:28 - Spiritual cultural exchange 01:09:07 - Denying difference 01:10:22 - Gnosticism, alchemy, and Merlin 01:14:09 - Beat Zen, Square Zen 01:15:46 - Misunderstanding foreign traditions 01:19:19 - Traditions fit their own cultures 01:20:29 - Scholasticism 01:23:00 - Pragmatic Dharma 01:24:37 - A need to belong 01:26:08 - Morality and nondual realisation 01:27:07 - The real longing 01:29:51 - Follow the Silent Knowing 01:30:51 - Traditionalism and cultural chauvinism 01:32:28 - Problems with following foreign traditions 01:37:44 - Fetishisation 01:40:35 - Post-awakening advice 01:41:48 - Basic Goodness and Chogyam Trungpa 01:42:58 - Syncretism vs divine inspiration 01:49:35 - Origins of Christianity 01:51:01 - History of ideas vs esoteric transmission 01:57:15 - 4th turning delusion 01:59:24 - Critique of contemplative neuroscience 02:02:13 - The winter of a civilisation … Previous episodes with Alan Chapman:  - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=chapman To find our more about Alan Chapman visit: - https://barbarouswords.com/ For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

In this special Halloween-season interview, Benito Cereno returns to Talk Gnosis to discuss the return of his occult detective comic […]

In this episode of The Fact Hunter, we expose Kabbalah for what it truly is—the serpent's religion. From its roots in Babylon and medieval Spain to its influence on Freemasonry, secret societies, Hollywood, and even Columbus and Chabad Lubavitch, we trace how hidden knowledge and mystical diagrams have been used to seduce both elites and ordinary people. Behind the red strings and celebrity fads lies the same ancient promise: “you shall be as gods.” But only Christ offers the real alternative—truth revealed, not hidden.Email: thefacthunter@mail.com

What book about dating do you recommend for individuals over 40 years old? Is Hebrews 10:26 speaking to the believer or unbeliever? Would you allow men with platted hair or pony tails or women with low-cut hair or shaved heads lead in your church services? Should ministers tell the elderly that they are not obligated to tithe? Why do so many people hate President Donald Trump? Who was Marcion in church history? What is Gnosticism? What is the difference between historical theology and systematic theology? What is meant by 'good works' in the Bible? Should Christian women cover their heads when the church comes together for worship? What is theological liberalism? What is the Biblical criteria to become an apostle, and are apostles relevant among the churches today? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses these and other listener questions.

The first comprehensive examination of the Book of Enoch and its prophecies, origins, and history• Examines in depth Enoch's full story of the Watchers, the fallen angels who came to Earth and shared corrupting forbidden knowledge• Explores how Enoch was a vital component of Second Temple messianic Judaism, speculative Jewish mysticism, the Kabbalah, and Gnostic mythology• Investigates the entire history of the Book of Enoch and its important esoteric offshoots, including the later 2 Enoch (the Slavonic “Book of the Secrets of Enoch”) and the so-called Hebrew “Book of Enoch” (3 Enoch)Said to have been written by the prophet Enoch, the great-grandfather of Noah, the Book of Enoch disappeared for many centuries, except for one place: the Bible of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, which held the book as canonical.Revealing the profound influence of the Book of Enoch on world thought over the past two thousand years, Tobias Churton investigates the entire history of the Book of Enoch and its important esoteric offshoots, including the later 2 Enoch (the Slavonic "Book of the Secrets of Enoch") and the so-called Hebrew "Book of Enoch" (3 Enoch). He explains how Enoch was taken to Heaven where he received personal instruction from God and examines in depth Enoch's full story of the Watchers, the fallen angels who came to Earth and shared corrupting forbidden knowledge. He explains how the Book was a vital component of Second Temple messianic Judaism and speculative Jewish mysticism, playing a key role in the development of both the Kabbalah and Gnostic mythology.Informed by continuing studies of the Dead Sea Scrolls, Churton provides the first comprehensive examination of the Book of Enoch, clarifying and refuting many errors of understanding about Enoch's apocalyptic and sometimes sensational prophecies.Tobias Churton is a British scholar of Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry, Gnosticism, and other esoteric movements. He has a Master's degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford. He is the author of Gnostic Philosophy, The Magus of Freemasonry, and Freemasonry and other works on esotericism.WebsiteBookhttps://amzn.to/3IZL8BaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Oliver is a Wisdom Keeper, Writer, Storyteller, Teacher and Sacred Site Guide. Currently deepening his connection to the Land and Mysteries of Ancient Wales whilst writing his first book. He is on a soul mission to bring back lost Mystery School Wisdom and Initiations from the Druids, Gnostics and a lost Celtic Christianity. Oliver is also a scholar specializing in the life and story of ‘Joseph of Arimathea'; who was an Uncle, mentor to Yeshua, guardian and protector to Mary Magdalene and Mother Mary.He is a passionate teacher for the ancient language of Aramaic spoken by Yeshua and the Essenes. Oliver has over ten years of experience in holding land based retreats all over the world, specializing in the unification of the Gnostic and Druidic Mysteries of Avalon (Glastonbury) and Cymru (Wales). He has the rare ability to take you on an adventure uniting the worlds of Spiritual Initiation, Historical Knowledge and the Wisdom of Nature. Guiding individuals and groups through sacred journeys. Oliver weaves together sacred stories, ceremonies and teachings long forgotten from the Gnostics and Druids. Helping you remember and reconnect to the ancestral magic of the land and the stories of its holy history.This episode covers the the following topics:Celtic ChristianityJoseph of ArimatheaAramaic languageMary MagdaleneMother MaryPilgrimage GnosticismVisit Oliver's website: https://www.thegnosticdruid.com/Oliver's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/ My Law of Positivism Healing Oracle Card Deck:https://www.lawofpositivism.com/healingoracle.htmlMy book The Law of Positivism – Live a life of higher vibrations, love and gratitude:https://www.lawofpositivism.com/book.html My readings and healing sessions:https://www.lawofpositivism.com/offerings.htmlVisit Law of Positivism:https://www.instagram.com/lawofpositivism/Website: https://www.lawofpositivism.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawofpositivism/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lawofpositivismTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@lawofpositivism 

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Episode SummaryIn this heartfelt conversation, Coach Alex sits down with Stephanie Joy Lasota—Certified Revelation Wellness Instructor, wife, and mom of two—to explore how motherhood, discipleship, and fitness intersect in the Christian life.Stephanie shares her journey from wandering in New Age spirituality to being born again during a yoga retreat, and how God has transformed her perspective on the body, worship, and daily discipleship.Together, they discuss why motherhood is the most relentless and rewarding form of discipleship, how parents can model emotional regulation for their children, and why the church must reclaim the truth that the body is not a burden but a temple of the Holy Spirit. Whether you're raising kids, wrestling with feelings of being “too broken,” or longing to see your health as worship, this conversation will encourage you to see your body as a gift, your parenting as a ministry, and your daily life as a place of discipleship.“Motherhood is the best form of discipleship — there's no escape.” – Stephanie Joy Lasota MainDiscussion Themes-Motherhood as the primary ministry and deepest form of discipleship.-Teaching and modeling emotional regulation for children.-Stephanie's testimony: from New Age searching to a Christ-centered life.-Why Gnosticism still distorts how Christians think about the body.-Fitness as worship: moving from brokenness to wholeness.-Stewardship over vanity: the body as God's temple.-Reaching the church and community with Revelation Wellness.Timestamped Outline00:00 – Pre-show banter, introductions, and setting the conversation outline.07:00 – Parenthood as discipleship — “Motherhood is the best form of discipleship.”12:30 – Emotional regulation: teaching kids to process and channel emotions.20:00 – The importance of parents filling their own cup (Sabbath, rest, recharge).24:30 – Stephanie's testimony — leaving New Age spirituality, encountering Christ at a yoga retreat. 33:30 – Why the church must reclaim the body and reject modern Gnosticism.41:30 – The body as temple, fitness as worship, and the call to stewardship.52:00 – Science affirms Scripture: belief, mindset, and the slow transformation of the body.01:01:00 – Revelation Wellness, children's classes, and expanding the ministry beyond the church. 01:08:00 – Closing encouragement, Isaiah 40, and prayer.Strong shorts/reels moments:07:00 – “Motherhood is the best form of discipleship — there's no escape.”33:30 – Gnosticism and why the church must care about the body.41:30 – “Your body isn't a burden to escape. It's a temple to steward.”Move Forward Today!Subscribe to the Faithful Fitness Podcast on your favorite platform.Grab my devotional: Faithful Fitness – A 40 Day Devotional for Christian Health and Stewardship → https//:Faithfulfitnessdevo.comJoin the Better Daily Community → https://betterdaily.live/invite Share this episode with a mom, dad, or church leader who needs encouragement to see health as worship.Featured Guest Resources Revelation Wellness – https://www.revelationwellness.orgStephanie Joy Lasota – find her classes and resources via Revelation Wellness Instructor Directory.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-by-better-daily--5150768/support.

What if the quiet crisis in modern Christianity isn't doubt, but distraction—a version of faith that sounds right and changes little? We go straight at the subtle Gnosticism that still haunts church culture today: the lure of secret knowledge, the shrug toward the physical world, and the fantasy of escape. Then we lay it beside Paul's charge in Romans 12 to offer our bodies as living worship and James's blunt verdict that faith without works isn't weak—it's dead. The result is a practical roadmap for moving from belief to embodiment, from thoughts and prayers to presence and action.Together, we unpack how transformation begins with a renewed mind and shows up in ordinary choices: honest work, patient relationships, quiet generosity, and courage when comfort beckons. We talk about resisting conformity to hustle culture's metrics—money, output, image—and embracing a life that makes no sense apart from God. Along the way, we share concrete next steps: start small and specific, see everyday tasks as altars, draw near to pain instead of outsourcing compassion, and let grace be the source of your doing so burnout doesn't win. The heartbeat is simple: worship is not a playlist or a Sunday hour; it's how we live.Anchored in the incarnation—love with skin on—we remember that Jesus didn't send a concept; he showed up. Communion becomes more than a ritual; it's our reminder that grace is tangible and our invitation to become tangible too. If you're ready to move beyond privatized belief and let the gospel be visible through your hands and feet, this conversation will meet you where you are and nudge you forward. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's hungry for a lived faith, and leave a review telling us one small act you'll take this week.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

Was Nietzsche right? Is God dead? Did he have to die to make room for the modern world? Join Jason […]

What is the Christian view of the body? Do we need to be freed from the physical world in order to be truly spiritual? Today, Barry Cooper talks about an ancient philosophy that still leads many people to have wrong ideas about our physical bodies. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/simply-put/gnosticism/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

In this episode of the Jesus Everyday Podcast, Ethan Callison, Ken Nienke, and Andrew McPheron walk through one of Jesus' most difficult teachings: “Unless you eat my flesh and drink my blood, you have no life in you” (John 6:53).This passage caused the Jews to grumble, dispute, and even walk away from Jesus. But what does it really mean? Is Jesus speaking literally, symbolically, or pointing to something deeper?

Tonight's episode, Gabe from Flint, Michigan shares a lifetime of strange encounters that began in childhood and never let go. Schoolyard ESP games and a shattering altar prayer to psychedelic warnings, prophetic dreams, and a vivid encounter with a hovering orb of light, his story threads through faith, trauma, synchronicity, precognition and the search for meaning. Along the way we hear how writing seemed to spill into reality, how a pilot friend reported a UFO between Kamchatka and Alaska, and how patterns of coincidence shaped his belief that consciousness and information are inseparable.  More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-354-precognition-through-the-glass-darkly/Hidden Cults (Promo)It is a documentary-style podcast that digs deep into the world's most extreme, elusive, and explosive fringe groups. Listen on all podcast apps: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Q0kbgXrdzP0TvIk5xylx1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-cults/id1816362029If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show with a virtual coffee:https://ko-fi.com/ufochroniclespodcastFollow and Subscribe on X to get ad free episodesX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcast/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

Tonight's episode, Gabe from Flint, Michigan shares a lifetime of strange encounters that began in childhood and never let go. Schoolyard ESP games and a shattering altar prayer to psychedelic warnings, prophetic dreams, and a vivid encounter with a hovering orb of light, his story threads through faith, trauma, synchronicity, precognition and the search for meaning. Along the way we hear how writing seemed to spill into reality, how a pilot friend reported a UFO between Kamchatka and Alaska, and how patterns of coincidence shaped his belief that consciousness and information are inseparable.  More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-354-precognition-through-the-glass-darkly/Hidden Cults (Promo)It is a documentary-style podcast that digs deep into the world's most extreme, elusive, and explosive fringe groups. Listen on all podcast apps: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Q0kbgXrdzP0TvIk5xylx1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-cults/id1816362029If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show with a virtual coffee:https://ko-fi.com/ufochroniclespodcastFollow and Subscribe on X to get ad free episodesX: https://x.com/UFOchronpodcast/Want to share your encounter on the show?Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form:https://forms.gle/uGQ8PTVRkcjy4nxS7Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastAll Links for Podcast:https://linktr.ee/UFOChroniclesPodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

“Can non-Catholics be saved?” This episode explores the complexities of salvation outside the Catholic Church, addressing questions like the origins of apostolic Churches and the resurgence of Gnosticism in some Protestant denominations. Tune in as we also discuss the nature of God’s invisibility and the role of patron saints in our lives. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – Can you explain why non-Catholics who reject Catholicism will not have salvation? 14:00 – How can I find a list of all the apostolic Churches and where the Apostles ended up? 23:03 – Do you see Gnosticism creeping back into some Protestant denominations? 35:30 – How is God invisible? 42:27 – How does one establish a relationship with our patron saints and what do they do for us? 50:55 – Have you heard of people experiencing a being presenting itself in their room at night?

Support us: Support Emet Ministries, so we can continue to provide content and resources to help disciples become disciplers: https://veritas-ministry-415223.churchcenter.com/givingThe early church faced challenges that feel strikingly familiar to us today. From opposition to the deity of Christ, to the rise of proto-Gnosticism, to the pluralism of pagan culture, and even internal conflicts like the Jerusalem Council—Christians in the first century wrestled with many of the same issues we see in our modern “pre-Christian” world.In this lecture, Christian Barrett explores:- Why the Jewish leaders opposed Jesus and the early Christians- How "Proto-Gnostic" ideas threatened the church's doctrine- Paul's bold response to paganism in Athens (Acts 17)- The Jerusalem Council's decision and its impact on salvation by grace- How these early challenges equip us to face today's cultural and spiritual questionsWhether you're a student, pastor, or just curious about church history, this teaching will help you see that “there is nothing new under the sun”—and that the gospel is still the power of God for every generation.00:15- How studying history can help us face our challenges today07:31- The First Challenge: Judaism8:50- Why did the Jews kill Jesus?19:54- The Second Challenge: Proto-Gnosticism28:39- The Third Challenge: Paganism34:13- The Fourth Challenge: LegalismDiscussion Questions:1. What are some problems or challenges you see in Christianity today that you think the early church also faced?2. Why do you think acknowledging Jesus as God was so controversial then? Why is it still controversial today? A. How can we defend Christ's deity?3. Where do we see similar “spiritual elitism” or denial of physical reality in our world today?4. Why is it hard for people today to accept that Jesus is the only way?5. What are ways people today still try to add requirements to salvation, instead of trusting Christ alone?6. Which of these early challenges (hostility, false teaching, pluralism, legalism) feels most pressing to your faith right now? Why?Recommended Resources: Nick Needham, 2000 Years of Christ Power, Vol 1: https://www.amazon.com/000-Years-Christs-Power-Vol/dp/1781917787Justo Gonzalez, The Story of Christianity, Vol 1: https://www.amazon.com/Story-Christianity-Vol-Church-Reformation/dp/006185588XThe Shepherd of Hermas: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/0201.htmThe Apostles' Creed: https://www.crcna.org/welcome/beliefs/creeds/apostles-creedThe Didache: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/0714.htm#ChurchHistory #EarlyChurch #ChristianFaith #CollegeMinistry #Apologetics

Ryan and Alex explore the goddess through history, tracing her presence in reported apparitions over the last thousand years. They discuss her ties to Gnosticism, how she was transformed into the figure of the Mother Mary within Christian doctrine, and why her story was largely removed from the mainstream tradition. They also dive into her significance in the UFO phenomenon and examine her fundamental role in shaping the very fabric of reality.

What if the ideas blurring your faith are older than you think—and far sneakier? We trace the enduring pull of Gnosticism, the age‑old promise that secret knowledge can lift you above ordinary life, and we measure it against the clarity of Scripture. Colossians 1 stands like a lighthouse in the fog, naming Jesus as the visible image of the invisible God, the creator who holds all things together and reconciles heaven and earth. That vision doesn't invite escape from the material world; it dignifies bodies, limits, and place as the arena where grace takes root.From there, we walk into Matthew 11 and hear Jesus thank the Father for revealing truth to the childlike. The invitation lands with force: come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. We talk about why spiritual elitism feels tempting, how “Theobro” culture shows up in classrooms and pews, and why the gospel refuses to be paywalled by expertise or mystical technique. Evangelism, we argue, is not passing a doctrine exam; it's telling the truth about where Jesus found you and how his gentle yoke fits the real weight you carry.We also name the opposite ditch: chasing private spiritual highs and calling them truth. Experiences can be gifts, but they are not the measure of reality. Scripture, community, and the slow fruit of transformation—forgiveness, costly love, steady faithfulness—keep us grounded. With “theology from the street, not the balcony” as our compass, we invite you to lay down the ladder of secret insight, step into honest relationship, and rest in a gospel that is wide open to the weary. If this conversation helps unblur your view of Jesus, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs rest, and leave a review to help others find the hope you found.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

The greatest gift I've received on my generational healing journey has been reconnecting with God, a higher power that religion tried to keep me from.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.ryandawson.orgThis space went all over the place but it is generally anchored to Epstein associates. It was a random encounter not structured.

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Have you ever felt at war with your own body? Perhaps you've tried to escape it through overwork, screen time, or numbing behaviors. Maybe you've obsessed over perfecting it, measuring your worth by fitness levels or appearance. Either way, the message is clear: your body, as it exists right now, isn't enough.This powerful message challenges that harmful narrative by exploring how God sees our physical existence. Drawing from Genesis, we discover the radical truth that our bodies are created in God's image and declared "very good"—not as temporary shells holding the "real us," but as intentional, valuable parts of our whole being. This truth stands in stark contrast to ancient Gnosticism (which viewed bodies as bad and spirits as good) and modern tendencies to either dismiss or idolize our physical selves.The incarnation takes this truth even further. When "the Word became flesh," God didn't merely appear human—he fully entered the human experience. Jesus felt hunger, fatigue, and pain. He enjoyed food, friendship, and rest. This wasn't God hovering above our weakness but stepping directly into it. And if God was willing to take on flesh, our bodies must matter deeply.Discipleship, then, can never be reduced to right beliefs or spiritual practices alone. It must include how we treat our physical selves. Our choices about sleep, food, movement, and rest aren't disconnected from faith—they're opportunities to honor God with our whole being. And ultimately, the resurrection confirms that God's plan isn't to save us from our bodies but to redeem them completely.What might change if you started seeing your body not as a problem to solve but as part of God's masterpiece? Consider thanking God for your body today, imperfections and all, and ask how you might honor him with your physical life this week. Will you give your whole self to the One who gave His whole self for you?Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

This week we're diving into the beliefs of the ancient Gnostics. Were we created by the Demiurge and not a loving God? Are there trickster Archons persuading us to stay stuck in a cycle of birth, death and rebirth? What can the beliefs of the Gnostics teach us today?Thanks for listening! If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend, subscribe, rate and leave us a kind review.Don't forget to join our community on Facebook by searching Psychic Teachers.  If you have a question or story to share with us, send us an email at psychicteachers@gmail.com.    For more information on us, check out our websites: debbowen.com and samanthafey.com.You can also find Samantha on Instagram @samanthaofey.    If you want to pre-order Deb's book, go to debbowen.com or (if outside the US), check out clairegelder.com  Signed copies of Samantha's book Heavenly Alliance and The Awake Dreamer are available at samanthafey.com.  Be sure to check out Samantha's other podcast Enlightened Empaths.    Have a great week. Be the Light!

“A lively new book.” —The Guardian“Spine-chilling exposé.” —The Daily Mail• Draws on firsthand accounts from Elvis's wife, Priscilla, his friends and family, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors• Looks at key teachers who influenced him, including Yogananda, H. P. Blavatsky, and Manly P. Hall• Examines Elvis's efforts as a natural healer, the significance of his UFO encounters, and his telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveling abilitiesElvis Presley, the most successful solo artist in history and an emblematic cultural figure of the Western world, has been widely perceived as a conservative Southern Christian. However, the truth about the man has been missed.Writer and researcher Miguel Conner reveals how Elvis was a profound mystic, occultist, and shaman. Beginning with the unusual circumstances of his birth—and his stillborn twin brother—Conner traces the diverse thread of mysticism that runs through Elvis Presley's life, drawing on firsthand accounts from the people closest to him, including his wife, Priscilla, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors. He shows how Elvis studied seminal 19th- and 20th-century occultists, including H. P. Blavatsky, Manly P. Hall, G. I. Gurdjieff, and P. D. Ouspensky, and was a devotee of Indian yogi Paramahansa Yogananda. Conner argues that Elvis was well-versed in the esoteric practices of sex magic, meditation, astrology, and numerology and had a deep familiarity with Kabbalah, Gnosticism, Theosophy, and Eastern traditions. He also reveals how Elvis was a natural healer, telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveler who had significant mystical experiences and UFO encounters.Looking at the conspiratorial and paranormal aspects of Elvis's life, the author explores the "Elvis visitations" that have occurred since the King's death and the general high weirdness of his life. As Conner convincingly argues, Elvis was not just a one-of-a-kind rock-and-roller. He was the greatest magician America ever produced.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

In this episode, Stewart Alsop speaks with Nico Sarian, Executive Director of the Eternity Foundation and PhD candidate in Religious Studies, about the strange currents that run through Armenian history, the fractured birth of early Christianity, and the survival of Gnostic and Hermetic traditions into the Renaissance. The conversation weaves through questions of empire and nation state, mysticism and metaphysics, the occult roots of modern science, and the unsettling horizon of accelerationism, drawing unexpected lines between the ancient world, the bureaucratic order critiqued by David Graeber, and our present entanglement with surveillance and identity. For more on Nico's work, see The Eternity Foundation at eternity.giving.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 Stewart Alsop introduces Nico Sarian and sets the stage with Armenian history and the legacy of empire.05:00 The rise of early Christianity is traced, showing its fractures, Gnostic currents, and the persistence of esotericism.10:00 Hermeticism enters the frame, connecting mystical knowledge with the scientific spirit of the Renaissance.15:00 Empire versus nation state is explored, touching on bureaucracy, power, and identity.20:00 Mysticism and metaphysics are tied to questions of apocalypse, renewal, and hidden traditions.25:00 Nico brings in David Graeber, critiquing modern bureaucracy and how systems shape consciousness.30:00 Accelerationism surfaces, framed as both danger and possibility in modernity.35:00 Surveillance and identity are examined, echoing ancient struggles for meaning.40:00 Esotericism and religious syncretism are reconsidered as resources for navigating technological upheaval.45:00 The conversation closes with reflections on continuity, rupture, and the strange endurance of wisdom.Key InsightsOne of the central insights from Nico Sarian's conversation with Stewart Alsop is that Armenian history carries a unique vantage point on the ancient world, positioned between empire and nation, East and West. Its survival under domination reveals how smaller cultures can preserve mysticism, ritual, and identity even within overwhelming imperial structures.The episode underscores how early Christianity was never monolithic but a field of competing visions. Gnostics, proto-orthodox bishops, and other sects fought over scripture, ritual, and authority, leaving traces of suppressed traditions that still haunt religious and philosophical discourse today.A powerful thread emerges around Hermeticism and Renaissance science, where occult traditions did not oppose but actively shaped early scientific inquiry. The magical and the rational were not enemies; rather, they grew together in ways that modern categories tend to obscure.Sarian and Alsop discuss empire versus the nation state, showing how forms of political order encode metaphysical assumptions. Empires sought transcendence through universality, while nation states leaned on identity and bureaucracy, each carrying spiritual implications for those living under them.Another insight is the role of mysticism and apocalypse as recurring frameworks for understanding collapse and renewal. Whether in ancient prophetic traditions or modern accelerationism, there is a yearning for rupture that promises transformation but also carries danger.David Graeber's critique of bureaucracy becomes a lens for seeing how systems shape human consciousness. What appears as neutral administration actually molds imagination, desire, and even metaphysical assumptions about what is possible in the world.Finally, the episode points to the enduring tension between surveillance, identity, and esotericism. Just as ancient sects guarded secret knowledge from empire, modern individuals navigate the exposure of digital systems, suggesting that hidden wisdom traditions may offer unexpected resources for our technological present.

In this episode, Doug and Emily dive into the appendix “Powers and the Passover” and quickly explore why worldview is everything.We contrast the pagan worldview described in Romans 1—where humanity exchanges truth for lies and God hands people over to destructive behaviors—with the Christian worldview, which begins with knowing who God is and who we are as His image bearers. That foundation leads to right living, peace, and freedom.Along the way, we unpack:* The dangers of monism and Gnosticism and how they still shape modern culture, resulting to so many societal ills.* How the Christian worldview restores true identity and purpose.* Reflections from Peter Jones' The Other Worldview: Exposing Christianity's Greatest Threat.* Why setting your worldview early matters for how you live and engage society.* A look at Charlie Kirk's role as a missionary voice, seeking to communicate and defend the Christian worldview in a culture slipping into pagan patterns.* How you view God determines how you view sex and sexualityIf you've ever wondered why ideas about God, humanity, and truth matter so much—or why distorted worldviews lead to distorted lives—this conversation is for you.

https://patreon.com/illuminatiwatcher UNLOCK AD-FREE AND HUNDREDS OF BONUS EPISODES!On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we're beginning a full decode of the cult classic film Fight Club! We'll go through the entire film and point out the symbolism of MKULTRA mind control programming, alter egos, Freemasonry, ritual initiation of death and rebirth, the true meaning of soap, Order out of Chaos, human sacrifice, reconciliation of opposing polarities, Know Thyself, integrating the Shadow, nihilism, Project Mayhem, red pill alpha bro masculinity, Gnosticism, consumerism and 9/11 predictive programming! Stay subscribed for Part 2- coming soonShow sponsors- Get discounts while you support the show and do a little self improvement!*CopyMyCrypto.com/Isaac is where you can copy James McMahon's crypto holdings- listeners get access for just $1 WANT MORE?... Check out my UNCENSORED show with my wife, Breaking Social Norms: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/GRIFTER ALLEY- get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters here: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/hcq13)*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE More from Isaac- links and special offers:*BREAKING SOCIAL NORMS podcast, Index of EVERY episode (back to 2014), Signed paperbacks, shirts, & other merch, Substack, YouTube links, appearances & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw *STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.  

Miguel Conner - The Occult Elvis - The Mystical and Magical Life of the KingElvis Presley, the most successful solo artist in history and an emblematic cultural figure of the Western world, has been widely perceived as a conservative Southern Christian. However, the truth about the man has been missed.Writer and researcher Miguel Conner reveals how Elvis was a profound mystic, occultist, and shaman. Beginning with the unusual circumstances of his birth—and his stillborn twin brother—Conner traces the diverse thread of mysticism that runs through Elvis Presley's life, drawing on firsthand accounts from the people closest to him, including his wife, Priscilla, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors. He shows how Elvis studied seminal 19th- and 20th-century occultists, including H. P. Blavatsky, Manly P. Hall, G. I. Gurdjieff, and P. D. Ouspensky, and was a devotee of Indian yogi Paramahansa Yogananda. Conner argues that Elvis was well-versed in the esoteric practices of sex magic, meditation, astrology, and numerology and had a deep familiarity with Kabbalah, Gnosticism, Theosophy, and Eastern traditions. He also reveals how Elvis was a natural healer, telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveler who had significant mystical experiences and UFO encounters.Looking at the conspiratorial and paranormal aspects of Elvis's life, the author explores the "Elvis visitations" that have occurred since the King's death and the general high weirdness of his life. As Conner convincingly argues, Elvis was not just a one-of-a-kind rock-and-roller. He was the greatest magician America ever produced.• Draws on firsthand accounts from Elvis's wife, Priscilla, his friends and family, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors• Looks at key teachers who influenced him, including Yogananda, H. P. Blavatsky, and Manly P. Hall• Examines Elvis's efforts as a natural healer, the significance of his UFO encounters, and his telekinetic, psychic, and astral traveling abilitiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop speaks with Samuel, host of The Remnant Podcast, about the intersections of biblical prophecy, Gnostic traditions, transhumanism, and the spiritual battle unfolding in our age. The conversation moves from Dr. David Hawkins' teachings and personal encounters with the Holy Spirit to questions of Lucifer, Archons, and the distortions of occult traditions, while also confronting timelines of 2025, 2030, and 2045 in light of technological agendas from Palantir, Neuralink, and the United Nations. Together they explore the tension between organic human life and the merging with machines, weaving in figures like Blavatsky, Steiner, and Barbara Marx Hubbard, and tying it back to cycles of history, prophecy, and the remnant who remain faithful. You can find Samuel's work on The Remnant Podcast YouTube channel and follow future updates through his Instagram once it's launched.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 Stewart Alsop welcomes Samuel of The Remnant Podcast, connecting through Dr. David Hawkins' work and reflecting on COVID's effect on consciousness.05:00 Samuel shares his discovery of Hawkins, a powerful encounter with Jesus, and shifting views on Lucifer, Gnosticism, Archons, and Rudolf Steiner's Ahriman.10:00 They trace Gnosticism's suppression in church history, Frances Yates on occult revival, the Nicene Creed, Neoplatonism, and the church's battle with magic.15:00 Discussion of Acts 4, possessions, Holy Spirit, and Gnostic inversion of God and Lucifer; Blavatsky, Crowley, occult distortions, and forbidden knowledge in Enoch.20:00 Hawkins' framework, naivety at higher states, Jesus as North Star, synchronicities, and the law of attraction as both biblical truth and sorcery.25:00 Transhumanism, homo spiritus, Singularity University, Barbara Marx Hubbard, hijacked timelines, Neuralink, and Butlerian Jihad.30:00 Attractor patterns, algorithms mimicking consciousness, Starlink's omnipresence, singularity timelines—2025, 2030, 2045—and UN, WEF agendas.35:00 Organic health versus pod apartments and smart cities, Greg Braden's critiques, bio-digital convergence, and the biblical remnant who remain faithful.40:00 Trump, MAGA as magician, Marina Abramović, Osiris rituals in inaugurations, Antichrist archetypes, and elite esoteric influences.50:00 Edward Bernays, Rockefeller, UN history, Enlightenment elites, Nephilim bloodlines, Dead Sea Scrolls on sons of light and darkness, Facebook's control systems.55:00 Quantum dots using human energy, D-Wave quantum computers, Gordy Rose's tsunami warning, Samuel's book As It Was in the Days of Noah: The Rising Tsunami.Key InsightsThe episode begins with Stewart Alsop and Samuel connecting through their shared study of Dr. David Hawkins, whose work profoundly influenced both men. Samuel describes his path from Hawkins' teachings into a life-altering encounter with Jesus, which reshaped his spiritual compass and allowed him to question parts of Hawkins' framework that once seemed untouchable. This shift also opened his eyes to the living presence of Christ as a North Star in discerning truth.A central thread is the nature of Lucifer and the entities described in Gnostic, biblical, and esoteric traditions. Samuel wrestles with the reality of Lucifer not just as ego, but as a non-human force tied to Archons, Yaldabaoth, and Ahriman. This leads to the recognition that many leaders openly revere such figures, pointing to a deeper spiritual battle beyond mere metaphor.The discussion examines the suppression and resurgence of Gnosticism. Stewart references Frances Yates' historical research on the rediscovery of Neoplatonism during the Renaissance, which fused with Christianity and influenced the scientific method. Yet, both men note the distortions and dangers within occult systems, where truth often hides alongside demonic inversions.Samuel emphasizes the importance of discernment, contrasting authentic spiritual awakening with the false light of occultism and New Age thought. He draws on the Book of Enoch's account of fallen angels imparting forbidden knowledge, showing how truth can be weaponized when separated from God. The law of attraction, he argues, exemplifies this duality: biblical when rooted in faith, sorcery when used to “become one's own god.”Transhumanism emerges as a major concern, framed as a counterfeit path to evolution. They compare Hawkins' idea of homo spiritus with Barbara Marx Hubbard's transhumanist vision and Elon Musk's Neuralink. Samuel warns of “hijacked timelines” where natural spiritual gifts like telepathy are replaced with machine-based imitations, echoing the warnings of Dune's Butlerian Jihad.Technology is interpreted through a spiritual lens, with algorithms mimicking attractor patterns, social media shaping reality, and Starlink rendering the internet omnipresent. Samuel identifies this as Lucifer's attempt to counterfeit God's attributes, creating a synthetic omniscience that pulls humanity away from organic life and into controlled systems.Finally, the conversation grounds in hope through the biblical concept of the remnant. Samuel explains that while elites pursue timelines toward 2025, 2030, and 2045 with occult enlightenment and digital convergence, those who remain faithful to God, connected to nature, and rooted in Christ form the remnant. This small, organic community represents survival in a time when most will unknowingly merge with the machine, fulfilling the ancient struggle between the sons of light and the sons of darkness.

Can cities be turned into talismans? Do Hermetic philosophies still influence us today? Did Isis seek to reclaim her throne during the French Revolution? Join us tonight as Liz chases the trajectory of the old gods from Egypt to modern Freemasonry. The Master Game: https://www.amazon.com/Master-Game-Unmasking-Secret-Rulers/dp/193470864X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SPG401ZEL31X&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LPm95SS3Zo9FRpQ1QYQEKoaDuO4KHqr_OAo8n-8_UZzGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.Sv_6op5JynwAfbPNq_Kw6B6cLfKjCstcQb5nzxDXzcw&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+master+game+graham+hancock&qid=1756346036&sprefix=the+master+game+gra%2Caps%2C272&sr=8-1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alternatively-formerly-conspiracy-pilled--6248227/support.Follow our new Bible Study Channel - No Wrong Questions on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@NoWrongQuestionsSupport the show, access all of our episodes ad free, and get bonus OVERDOSE episodes on LOCALS - https://alternatively.locals.comMERCH - https://conspiracypilled.com/collections/all Join the DISCORD - https://discord.gg/c8Acuz7vC9 Give this podcast a 5 Star Review - https://ratethispodcast.com/conspiracypilled Middleborne Arms – https://middlebornearms.comBecause swords are awesome!North Arrow Coffee- https://northarrowcoffee.co Use code CONSPIRACY10 to get 10% off your order! The Show — @_Alternatively on XAbby — @abbythelibb_ on X and InstagramLiz — @adelethelaptop on XJon — @Kn0tfersail on X

In part 11 of our series on the 21 Ecumenical Councils, Justin Hibbard discusses what happened at the 7th Ecumenical Council - The 2nd Council of Nicaea. Why did the Byzantines suddenly decide that icons were idolatrous and how far did they go to rid the Church of sacred art? What were the primary arguments between the iconoclasts and the iconodulias? What did the 2nd Council of Nicaea decide that shaped the course of Christianity? And what are some modern iterations of iconoclasm? HOW TO SUPPORT THIS PODCAST* Become a free subscriber or a patron of Why Catholic? and get the next episode and a discount code to the Why Catholic Etsy shop in your email inbox.* Check out the Why Catholic Etsy shop (all proceeds support this podcast).* Invite Justin to speak at your next event. Inquire at whycatholic@substack.com.SOCIAL LINKS* Follow Why Catholic on Instagram.* Subscribe to Why Catholic on YouTube.* Follow Justin on Facebook.SOURCES:* The Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church: A History by Joseph Kelly* The First Seven Ecumenical Councils (325-787): Their History and Theology by Leo Davis* New Advent: 2nd Council of Nicaea* Papal Encyclicals Online: 2nd Council of Nicaea* Video: General Councils 7: Nicaea II (Anglican Source)* Video: Did the Second Council of Nicaea CONDEMN statues?! w/Dr. Fastiggi* Video: Council of Nicaea II (Dominican Source)* Byzantine Empire: Map, History, and Facts* Episode 127: Gnosticism and the New Testament* Episode 126: The Three Different Ten Commandments* Catholic Answers: Relics* Video: Council of Nicaea II (Dominican Source)PREVIOUS EPISODES IN THIS SERIES* Episode 146: Introduction to the 21 Ecumenical Councils* Episode 147: The World that Led to the Council of Nicaea* Episode 148: The First Council of Nicaea (325)* Episode 149: From Nicaea to Constantinople* Episode 150: The First Council of Constantinople (381)* Episode 151: The Council of Ephesus (431)* Episode 152: The Council of Chalcedon (451)* Episode 153: The Second Council of Constantinople (553)* Episode 154: War Among the Monotheists* Episode 155: The Third Council of Constantinople (680-681) Get full access to Why Catholic? at whycatholic.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever heard someone say "I'm spiritual but not religious" or "everything happens for a reason"? These well-meaning phrases attempt to bring comfort and order to life's chaos, but they often represent a blurred vision of Christianity—one that promises easy answers instead of genuine transformation.Pastor Stephen challenges us to consider whether we've reduced Jesus to a vague spiritual concept that makes us feel better without demanding anything from us. Drawing powerful parallels between ancient Gnosticism and modern spirituality, he reveals how both distance us from the real, flesh-and-blood Jesus who transforms lives. The apostle John confronted this distortion by emphasizing he had personally seen, heard, and touched Jesus—a defense against those who would turn Christ into merely an idea rather than a person.When we blur Jesus into a comfortable spiritual concept, we create a faith that works fine when life is easy but crumbles when facing real challenges. The diagnosis we didn't want, the strained marriage despite our best efforts, the dream job that becomes a nightmare—these realities require more than spiritual platitudes. They demand a real Savior who entered our messy world and walks with us through pain rather than simply explaining it away."A blurred faith thrives in isolation, but clarity grows in community," Pastor Stephen reminds us. He challenges everyone to identify areas where they've made faith more about comfort than Christ and to invite Jesus into concrete aspects of their lives—eating habits, relationships, work ethics—while sharing struggles with trusted companions. This embodied discipleship transforms not just individuals but entire communities.Ready to move beyond vague spirituality to experience the real Jesus who can carry you through life's hardest moments? Join us next week as we continue exploring how Scripture's view of the body differs radically from our culture's perspectives of either escape or perfection.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to Madison Church on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback means the world to us, so please take a moment to leave a review and share the podcast with your friends and family.For inquiries, suggestions, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us at help@madisonchurch.com. For the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube New episodes are released every Monday, so mark your calendars and join us weekly! If you'd like to support the show, you can make a donation here. Your generosity helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The views expressed by the hosts or guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Madison Church. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. For detailed information regarding our terms of use and privacy policy, please visit our website.Thank you for being part of the Madison Church community! We appreciate your support.

We sit down with Dr. Andrew Jacobs, scholar of early Christianity and advisor/lecturer at the University of Virginia, to explore […]

Thought to share? Send me a text...Paul's prayer for the Colossian church reveals how God makes us worthy through Christ, not through secret knowledge or spiritual achievement. This episode explores how the early believers were influenced by Gnosticism and other false teachings, and how Paul redirected them to true wisdom found only in relationship with Jesus.• God's pleasure over our lives makes us reservoirs of wisdom and spiritual understanding• Paul confronts the Gnostic heresy that valued secret knowledge over relationship with Christ• The more we know what's true, the easier it is to recognize what's false• Maturity comes through yielding to God's work in us, not through accumulating more information• God has already made us worthy to receive His glorious inheritance• Jesus rescues us completely from darkness and transfers us into His kingdom• Spiritual growth happens as we endure life's challenges with God's strengthIf you enjoyed this episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing to it on your favorite podcast platform or leaving a five-star review. This helps the podcast more than I can say, allowing me to reach more people with the Word of God.0:03  Welcome to Moments to Ponder0:30  "I've heard about you"1:56  Paul's prayer for wisdom3:20  Confronting false Gnostic teachings6:21  Living worthy through God's grace9:51  Finding hope in God's strength12:07  Episode closing and call-to-actionDownload the Companion Guide: https://betsymarvin.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/colossians-companion-guide-without-transcripts.pdfTo find out more about me, or to book a speaking engagement, head to https://betsymarvin.com/For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head tohttps://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/You can follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/betsyjmarvin/and Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/betsy.marvin.98

Game B's theosophical utopia vs. Dark Enlightenment's technocracy, esoteric roots, surveillance tech, fantasy delusions, and resisting AI-driven control During our podcast break, enjoy this replay of Courtenay's appearance on Out Of This World with host Jamie Hanshaw from June 2025. Key topics: Dialectic of Game B (decentralized, theosophical utopia) vs. Dark Enlightenment (authoritarian technocracy), both pushing a technological singularity/noosphere. Game B details: 2011 Stanton meetings (Jim Rutt, Jordan Hall, Brett Weinstein), transpolitical movement, civium projects, collective intelligence, and UN/climate narrative ties. Dark Enlightenment: Curtis Yarvin (Mencius Moldbug), Nick Land's accelerationism, Peter Thiel's network states, and technocracy roots (e.g., Elon Musk's grandfather). Esoteric influences: Theosophy, Gnosticism, neoplatonism, occult symbolism (e.g., Saturn, X logo), and subversion of Christianity (Jordan Hall, liturgy for communitarianism). Cultural impact: Predictive programming (e.g., Mickey 17, Dollhouse), surveillance tech (internet of nanobio things, Palantir), and fantasy delusions shaping technocratic agendas. Courtenay's insights: Decoding technocrat lingo, resisting utopian traps, and preserving free will against AI-driven control. Follow and Connect with Jamie Hanshaw:

Game B's decentralized theosophy vs. Dark Enlightenment's technocracy, shared esoteric roots, AI governance, surveillance, free will erosion, and Courtenay's Hegelian dialectic book. During our podcast break, enjoy this replay of Courtenay's appearance on The David Knight Show from May 2025. Key topics: Dialectic between Game B (decentralized, theosophical "new operating system for civilization") and Dark Enlightenment (authoritarian, neoreactionary), both advancing technological singularity/noosphere. Game B origins: 2011 Stanton meetings (Jim Rutt, Jordan Hall, Brett Weinstein), Emancipation Party, transpolitical movement, liquid democracy, blockchain voting, conscious evolution (Barbara Marx Hubbard, Teilhard de Chardin). Dark Enlightenment: Curtis Yarvin (Mencius Moldbug), accelerationism (Nick Land), Peter Thiel, Elon Musk's technocracy roots, network states, tokenized economy, positive eugenics. Shared esoteric ties: Gnosticism, ancient mysteries, spiral dynamics, theosophy, collective intelligence, fractal ownership, communitarianism as control mechanisms. Concerns: Decentralization leading to world brain (H.G. Wells), AI governance, surveillance, and eradicating free will for collective "utopia" (dystopia in practice). Courtenay's book (sneak peek): Hegel's dialectic as gnostic Jacob's Ladder and machinery of control. https://courtenayturner.substack.com/p/hegels-dialectic-a-gnostic-jacobs Follow and Connect with The David Knight Show:

Fresh shirt drop at new store: https://occultsymbolism.com/On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we are joined with a guest that's been doing some massively deep research into Shakespeare, Francis Bacon and the impending Scientific Technocracy- it's Robert Frederick! He's the host of The Hidden Life is Best podcast and Substack and today he explains to us why Shakespeare is so important that he has a Cult! We'll catch up with his inspiration for this topic and then we get into some major concepts on how Shakespeare was burying occult concepts into his works, the Shakespeare Hoax, connections to Stanley Kubrick and David Lynch (including a story about meeting Lynch!), and Shakespeare's impact on modern pop culture. We talk about Francis Bacon's connections to use propaganda for British Empire building and hidden Rosicrucian symbolism in Shakespeare, as well as the Scientism Gnostic religion of the Technocracy and how Peter Thiel is pushing us into the digital matrix for immortality!Supporters: I run an announcement from 1:40-6:20 about new shirts and such on my new store at https://occultsymbolism.com/; you are ad-free but this is more of an announcement than an ad, my apologies if it's annoying. My shirt guy has availability if you want to print some shirts: https://www.instagram.com/bryant_prints/Links:Follow Robert Frederick for MUCH more:The Hidden Life is Best podcast: https://thehiddenlifeisbest.comThe Hidden Life is Best Substack: https://substack.com/@robertfrederickThe Hidden Life is Best Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/u28774359Show sponsors- Get discounts while you support the show and do a little self improvement!*CopyMyCrypto.com/Isaac is where you can copy James McMahon's crypto holdings- listeners get access for just $1 WANT MORE?... Check out my UNCENSORED show with my wife, Breaking Social Norms: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/GRIFTER ALLEY- get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters here: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/hcq13)*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE More from Isaac- links and special offers:*BREAKING SOCIAL NORMS podcast, Index of EVERY episode (back to 2014), Signed paperbacks, shirts, & other merch, Substack, YouTube links, appearances & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw *STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos. 

Ever wondered if the father of modern science was also the architect of secret societies and a hidden empire? In this mind-bending episode, we welcome first-time guest Robert Frederick, host of The Hidden Life is Best podcast. We unravel the mysterious connections between Sir Francis Bacon, Shakespeare, Freemasonry, Rosicrucianism, and Gnosticism—asking how much influence one man might still have over modern Western thought. From Templar secrets and occult symbolism to the foundations of the American experiment, this conversation will leave you questioning everything you learned in history class.https://unrefinedpodcast.comThe Hidden Life is Best – Robert's podcast and research platform.sirbacon.org – A resource dedicated to Francis Bacon research.Francis Bacon Research Trust – Run by Peter Dawkins, deeply tied to Rosicrucian scholarship.Francis Bacon Society – Historical research group dedicated to Bacon's legacy.Rosicrucian America: How Secret Societies Influenced the Destiny of a Nation

Unpacking Dark Enlightenment, accelerationism, neoreactionary ideas, transhumanism, libertarian roots, occult connections, gnosticism, eugenics, and concerns over network states, crypto, and extremism. During our podcast break, enjoy this replay of Courtenay's appearance on Doenut Factory with co-guest Isaac Weishaupt from July 15, 2025. Key topics: Unpacking the Dark Enlightenment philosophy: Curtis Yarvin (Mencius Moldbug), accelerationism (left/right), neoreactionary ideas, posthumanism, and ties to technocracy/transhumanism. Influences and critiques: Hegel, Nick Land, Peter Thiel, Elon Musk's family technocracy roots, libertarianism's philosophical origins (Kant, Mont Pelerin Society), and concerns over network states, crypto, and extremism. Occult connections: Gnosticism, eugenics, symbolism (e.g., Illuminati, Age of Aquarius, Game B), and the "technological immanentization of the eschaton" as a control mechanism. Broader debates: Victim culture, social Darwinism, inverted worldviews, and Courtenay's book on Hegel's dialectic as a gnostic Jacob's Ladder. Read Courtenay's Article: ⁠Hegel's Dialectic, a Gnostic Jacob's Ladder & the Machinery of Control⁠ Follow and Connect with Doenut:

“I always do what the voices in my head tell me what to do.” That's become a familiar gag line. I don't want to recommend psychosis as a lifestyle, but recently while rereading Carl Jung's biography, Memories, Dreams, Reflections, I was struck by how much emphasis he puts on trusting cues from the unconscious mind even when they don't seem to make any rational sense. There's one such cue that has tugged at me persistently for much of my adult life. It's the feeling that as I've been developing the methodology of evolutionary astrology as I practice it and teach it, that what I was experiencing was more like a process of remembering than one of me actually inventing anything.  There's a problem though – ostensibly, what we call evolutionary astrology only dates back to the 1970s and 1980s. I was born in 1949. How could I have been “remembering” something that hadn't been invented yet? Last May, I taught a class in Athens, Greece, primarily for students in my school. There were many signs and omens that I had some unresolved karma with that country so I approached the trip with some nervousness. I don't want to be too personal in this essay, but if you want the deep background, go to forrestastrology.center and search for one of my “Master's Musings” blogs from June 2025 called “What Greece Meant To Me.” The upshot is that there is much indirect evidence from various sources that, in a prior lifetime, I was a Gnostic Christian in that region of the world in the first or second centuries, C.E.  True or not, the problem still remains: how could I have experienced anything like evolutionary astrology almost two thousand years ago? At first there seems to be no rational support for such a notion. But as strange as it may seem, I have come to believe that a Gnostic in the Roman Empire culture of the second century C.E. would actually find much that was familiar in the work that we contemporary evolutionary astrologers are doing today, at least at the philosophical level.

On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we have the August BONUS episode for supporter feeds! We dive deep into the occult symbolism of Danny Boyle's Sunshine, exploring how the film functions as a modern allegory for death, rebirth, and humanity's obsession with the solar deity. We unpack the story of Icarus as a metaphor for approaching the divine unprepared, and the recurring symbolism of the number seven as the union of spirit and matter. The crew's obsession with staring into the sun becomes a study in ego death and the alchemical process of Nigredo, while the Black Sun imagery and cube-shaped bomb reflect Saturnian forces, time, and entropy. We'll connect the hidden sun concept from Crowley and Kenneth Grant to Gnostic and Freemasonic ideas of oppositional polarities, and show how Pinbacker represents the ultimate adversarial initiator, testing humanity's capacity to transcend mortal limitations. Ultimately, Sunshine is a meditation on facing death, confronting the constraints of matter, and creating a new sun within the sun—a ritualistic and esoteric journey encoded in a sci-fi epic.FULL EPISODE NOW UP AD-FREE ON ALL SUPPORTER FEEDS! Free feed gets a preview!3 SUPPORTER FEED OPTIONS- get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE