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A dark, cold morning in February 2025. Hundreds are filing into the Museum of the Bible - evangelical leaders, gospel singers, and over 30 members of Congress including Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. They've gathered just three blocks from the US Capitol for an annual event of fervent prayer about what they see as America's most pressing problems. Meanwhile, journalist Ben Lewis explores how an institution that once dreamed of becoming a centre for biblical scholarship has transformed after losing some 17,000 artefacts - nearly 40% of its entire collection. Through revealing interviews with museum officials and its critics, Ben traces the extraordinary journey of the Museum of the Bible - from the Green family's ambitions to make Washington, DC a centre for biblical scholarship, to the devastating revelations of forged Dead Sea Scrolls fragments and thousands of problematically sourced artefacts. Yet despite these setbacks, the museum has found new purpose as a convening space for a movement that wants to make evangelical protestantism the moving spirit of America's future. As Ben explores exhibits that present a selective view of religious and American history, he discovers how the museum bridges faith and politics. While its staff insist there's no religious agenda, events hosted within its walls blend prayer with political messaging. Through conversations with scholar Roberta Mazza and journalist Katherine Stewart, Ben examines how museums shape our understanding of history through what they choose to display - and what they leave out. This final episode reveals how the Museum of the Bible has quietly evolved into something more significant than just a repository of ancient artefacts - a platform for reimagining America's past to shape its future.Presented by Ben Lewis Produced by Martha Owen Series producer: Clem Hitchcock Executive producers: Philip Abrams and Jago Lee Story editor: Andrew Dickson Sound design by Richard Courtice Original music by Max de Wardener Additional sound effects courtesy of FreesoundA TellTale production for BBC Radio 4
Send us a textIn this thought-provoking episode of Sober Friends, Matt and Steve engage in a candid conversation about spirituality in recovery following their experience at a Joe and Charlie Big Book study. They thoughtfully examine the suggestion that atheists cannot truly work the AA program, offering nuanced perspectives on what constitutes a "higher power."The discussion explores several important dimensions of recovery:Alternatives to traditional religious concepts of God in sobrietyThe role of nature and energy as potential higher powersHow fellowship can serve as a power greater than oneselfPersonal experiences finding peace at the beach and during solo hikesThe value of questioning beliefs while maintaining sobrietyBalancing individual spiritual journeys with program fundamentalsThis episode provides valuable insights for anyone in recovery who is working to define their own spiritual path, whether they identify as religious, spiritual-but-not-religious, agnostic, or atheist. Matt and Steve demonstrate through their own experiences that recovery is accessible through various spiritual frameworks, emphasizing that what matters most is finding what works for you.Support the show
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Are Christians to submit to the government? What are the “higher powers” that Paul refers to in Romans 13?
Sam and Al discuss recovery.Step 11 Readings from “Opening Doors Within” by Eileen Caddy and “24hrs a Day” by Richmond Walker. #12steps #recovery #addiction #AA #CA
Hispanics in AA and what the magazine La Vina, is doing for the community . AA Rock in all languages I have tried to start Russian languages in West Sacramento. I also ordered a Farsi book here in Los Angeles to get a member to try get his group started, but no avail. I'm going start meetings in Spanish especially Al-Anon, AA and Alateen a tall order; but God! . I have read these articles from Latin America that intrigue me, I want me to get more involved and do more at work through reading. Thanks to my higher power I can he pays the bills. I'm good to go!Higher Powers of Good; thank you, thank you, thank you! Look they are extremely interesting (all grapevine articles in all languages!) the penmanship the wisdom, the compassion that these articles are written in, all the thought that has gone into expressing their stories. I am truly grateful.-Fernando (-:
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. Paul wants believers to understand the role of government and the believer's responsibility. Citizens owe the government a great debt for their services, such as: running water, law and order, roads and bridges, defense against enemies, electricity, garbage disposal, transportation systems, health services, social security, medical benefits, and education. Civil government is necessary in a fallen world with people who are sinful in nature. We'll see examples of a world without government after the Fall, during for the 1,000 year period after the Flood, and the period of Judges. We'll then quickly review the 7 reasons Christians should submit to government.
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. Paul wants believers to understand the role of government and the believer's responsibility. Citizens owe the government a great debt for their services, such as: running water, law and order, roads and bridges, defense against enemies, electricity, garbage disposal, transportation systems, health services, social security, medical benefits, and education. Civil government is necessary in a fallen world with people who are sinful in nature. We'll see examples of a world without government after the Fall, during for the 1,000 year period after the Flood, and the period of Judges. We'll then quickly review the 7 reasons Christians should submit to government.
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that civil disobedience is sometimes required and shows us several Biblical examples of this: the Jewish slaves in Exodus 1 mandated to kill baby boys, the 4 Hebrew boys captive in Babylon and their response regarding dietary laws, the 3 boys in Daniel required to bow to the golden image and thrown into the fiery furnace, Daniel restricted from praying and thrown into the lion's den, the disciples in Acts 4 and 5 who were told to stop preaching the message of Jesus Christ, and Paul who was beaten and imprisoned publicly in Acts 16 and took his legal right. We'll also see the 7 reasons listed in Romans 13 that we should obey civil authority: 1) Government is by divine decree, 2) Resistance to the government is rebellion against God, 3) Those who resist will be punished, 4) Government is there to restrain evil, 5) Government is to promote the good, 6) Rulers are empowered by God to inflict punishment upon those who disobey, and 7) Government should be obeyed for conscience's sake.
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that civil disobedience is sometimes required and shows us several Biblical examples of this: the Jewish slaves in Exodus 1 mandated to kill baby boys, the 4 Hebrew boys captive in Babylon and their response regarding dietary laws, the 3 boys in Daniel required to bow to the golden image and thrown into the fiery furnace, Daniel restricted from praying and thrown into the lion's den, the disciples in Acts 4 and 5 who were told to stop preaching the message of Jesus Christ, and Paul who was beaten and imprisoned publicly in Acts 16 and took his legal right. We'll also see the 7 reasons listed in Romans 13 that we should obey civil authority: 1) Government is by divine decree, 2) Resistance to the government is rebellion against God, 3) Those who resist will be punished, 4) Government is there to restrain evil, 5) Government is to promote the good, 6) Rulers are empowered by God to inflict punishment upon those who disobey, and 7) Government should be obeyed for conscience's sake.
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that dealing with human government and civil authority is becoming a grave concern as the government is imposing and crushing freedom and liberties in the name of democracy. The global agenda to destroy Christianity and the Bible is 1-advocacy of unrestrained sexual freedom, 2-redefinition of the family, 3-control of the educational system, 4-the mantra to promote democratic ideal of inclusion, 5-create new legal language of hate speech, and 6-legislation of economic sanction and forced compliance. But Paul still points out that the State is an institution ordained by God. In verses 1-2, Paul gives us an injunction to "let every soul be subject unto the higher power", an explanation why to follow that injunction, and a conclusion. Today, we'll see the features of the injunction as: emphatic, inclusive, and specific.
Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that dealing with human government and civil authority is becoming a grave concern as the government is imposing and crushing freedom and liberties in the name of democracy. The global agenda to destroy Christianity and the Bible is 1-advocacy of unrestrained sexual freedom, 2-redefinition of the family, 3-control of the educational system, 4-the mantra to promote democratic ideal of inclusion, 5-create new legal language of hate speech, and 6-legislation of economic sanction and forced compliance. But Paul still points out that the State is an institution ordained by God. In verses 1-2, Paul gives us an injunction to "let every soul be subject unto the higher power, an explanation why to follow that injunction, and a conclusion. Today, we'll see the features of the injunction as: emphatic, inclusive, and specific.
reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, The Hidden Forces of Life, Ch.7 Spiritual Forces of Help and Succour, pg.158 This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2024/07/19/higher-powers-of-consciousness-can-aid-and-support-the-evolution-of-consciousness-in-the-human-being/ Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are all available on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871 More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of Sri Aurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com
You don't have to like it. “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” - Romans 13:1 (KJV)
On this episode of Mormonish Podcast Rebecca and Landon have a fascinating discussion with Brandon Crockett and Alex Criddle about their new proof of concept project "EntheoMagus," a 40-minute documentary delving into the possibility that Joseph Smith and the early Mormons were using psychedelic sacraments.as a means to connect with the divine.This idea is gaining momentum as the mainstream learns more about plant medicines and their effects. Brandon and Alex present a compelling argument for the use of herbs and plants to facilitate group guided vision experiences as well as personal visions as described in early Mormonism. We know you'll find this as fascinating as we did! Our Guest LinksSeer Stoned Productions Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductionsFor exclusive content including the full documentary itself, a digital copy of "The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic and Drugs," exclusive Q&A sessions from our public screenings of the film, research papers including audio and much more check out:EntheoMagus trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0uHmmToTecCheck out the 90 second film trailer here.Seer Stoned Production website:https://seerstonedproductions.com/Find out more about the origin story of our team, upcoming showings and links to plenty of reading material. Debate with Brian Hales: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE7J0y_cPpgThe original debate about the psychedelic origins of Mormonism with LDS apologist Brian Hales on Mormon Book Reviews.Response to debate with Brian Hales:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l0L1EHtQOo&tExtended response to debate with Brian Hales hosted on Bryce Blankenagel's Naked Mormonism channel.Higher Powers of Man by Frederick M. Smith:https://ia800707.us.archive.org/9/items/cu31924029193781/cu31924029193781.pdfFrederick M. Smith's (third prophet-president of RLDS church) 1918 PhD dissertation outlining the various methods for achieving "religious ecstasy" inspired by Fred's desire to replicate the revelatory experiences of his grandfather, Joseph Smith. Included in these methods is a section of drugs, specifically peyote use. Alchemically Stoned: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemically-Stoned-Psychedelic-Secret-Freemasonry/dp/0578194007Practicing Freemason and Rosicrucian P.D. Newman reveals the psychedelic secrets of Freemasonry. Early Mormonism and the Magic World View:https://www.amazon.com/Early-Mormonism-Magic-World-View/dp/1560850892D. Michael Quinn's deep exploration into the magical influences and practices of the Smith family. While Quinn did not delve into the psychedelic use of the Smith family, he books referenced here overtly explore psychedelic / psychoactive plant use and their role in the magical experience. Seer Stoned Productions merch store:https://www.redbubble.com/people/entheomagus/shopThe Psychedelic Kirtland Temple Dedication: https://alexcriddle.substack.com/p/the-psychedelic-kirtland-temple-dedication An article by Alex with more details on the Kirtland Temple Dedication and the psychoactive components. Citations to the visions and charges of intemperance discussed can be found in the article. ***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here: Mormonish Podcast is a 501(c) (3) https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast ****WE HAVE MERCH! **** If you'd like to purchase Mormonish Merch, you can visit our Merch store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mormonishmerch We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to Mormonish Podcast! Contact Mormonish Podcast:...
--- This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at 11-15 am. -----This expository kjv sermon is based on Romans 13-3. You'll learn the following...----- Why all political power is given to and subject to God's MOST HIGH power.---- Why God wants us to live in subjection to the higher powers.---- How God 1st established rule during the creation week in Genesis 1.---- Why sin ruined man, but didn't ruin God's design for man to live under order, rule and subjection.---- Why all governmental powers are responsible to God for how they use the power given to them by God.---- The powerful example of Pilate, as a higher power.--Romans 13-3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power-- do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same----- -- -- -- ----Jimmy Fortunato is the Pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, a bible-believing Baptist church that takes a strong stance on the authority of the King James Bible and the absolute necessity of public evangelism for true New Testament churches.--For more information about Pilgrim Baptist Church, visit--- https---pilgrimbaptist.church---Pastor Fortunato's Blog---- https---fortunato.blog---Stay Connected with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Social Media---- Facebook- https---www.facebook.com-PilgrimBaptistCookeville--- Instagram- https---www.instagram.com-pilgrimbaptistcookeville---- Twitter- https---twitter.com-pbc-cookeville--- Sermon Audio- https---www.sermonaudio.com-solo-pilgrimbaptist--Donate To Pilgrim Baptist Church---- https---pilgrimbaptist.church-giving--- https---www.paypal.com-paypalme-pilgrimbaptist
--- This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at 11-15 am. -----This expository kjv sermon is based on Romans 13-3. You'll learn the following...----- Why all political power is given to and subject to God's MOST HIGH power.---- Why God wants us to live in subjection to the higher powers.---- How God 1st established rule during the creation week in Genesis 1.---- Why sin ruined man, but didn't ruin God's design for man to live under order, rule and subjection.---- Why all governmental powers are responsible to God for how they use the power given to them by God.---- The powerful example of Pilate, as a higher power.--Romans 13-3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power-- do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same----- -- -- -- ----Jimmy Fortunato is the Pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, a bible-believing Baptist church that takes a strong stance on the authority of the King James Bible and the absolute necessity of public evangelism for true New Testament churches.--For more information about Pilgrim Baptist Church, visit--- https---pilgrimbaptist.church---Pastor Fortunato's Blog---- https---fortunato.blog---Stay Connected with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Social Media---- Facebook- https---www.facebook.com-PilgrimBaptistCookeville--- Instagram- https---www.instagram.com-pilgrimbaptistcookeville---- Twitter- https---twitter.com-pbc-cookeville--- Sermon Audio- https---www.sermonaudio.com-solo-pilgrimbaptist--Donate To Pilgrim Baptist Church---- https---pilgrimbaptist.church-giving--- https---www.paypal.com-paypalme-pilgrimbaptist
A new MP3 sermon from Pilgrim Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Why does God want Christians to be subject unto the higher powers? Subtitle: Romans 13 Speaker: Jimmy Fortunato Broadcaster: Pilgrim Baptist Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 5/19/2024 Bible: Romans 13:1-2 Length: 41 min.
--- This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 11-15 am. -----This expository kjv sermon is based on Romans 13-1-2------ Why did God ordain civil government------ Why does God ask Christians to be subject unto government------ What is the will of God, concerning government------ When can a Christian disobey government------ What is the damnations that is received for those who resist the higher powers----Romans 13-1-2 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God- the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God- and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.---- -- -- -- ----Jimmy Fortunato is the Pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, a bible-believing Baptist church that takes a strong stance on the authority of the King James Bible and the absolute necessity of public evangelism for true New Testament churches.--For more information about Pilgrim Baptist Church, visit--- https---pilgrimbaptist.church---Pastor Fortunato's Blog---- https---fortunato.blog---Stay Connected with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Social Media---- Facebook- https---www.facebook.com-PilgrimBaptistCookeville--- Instagram- https---www.instagram.com-pilgrimbaptistcookeville---- Twitter- https---twitter.com-pbc-cookeville--- Sermon Audio- https---www.sermonaudio.com-solo-pilgrimbaptist--Donate To Pilgrim Baptist Church---- https---pilgrimbaptist.church-giving--- https---www.paypal.com-paypalme-pilgrimbaptist
--- This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 11-15 am. -----This expository kjv sermon is based on Romans 13-1-2------ Why did God ordain civil government------ Why does God ask Christians to be subject unto government------ What is the will of God, concerning government------ When can a Christian disobey government------ What is the damnations that is received for those who resist the higher powers----Romans 13-1-2 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God- the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God- and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.---- -- -- -- ----Jimmy Fortunato is the Pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church, a bible-believing Baptist church that takes a strong stance on the authority of the King James Bible and the absolute necessity of public evangelism for true New Testament churches.--For more information about Pilgrim Baptist Church, visit--- https---pilgrimbaptist.church---Pastor Fortunato's Blog---- https---fortunato.blog---Stay Connected with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Social Media---- Facebook- https---www.facebook.com-PilgrimBaptistCookeville--- Instagram- https---www.instagram.com-pilgrimbaptistcookeville---- Twitter- https---twitter.com-pbc-cookeville--- Sermon Audio- https---www.sermonaudio.com-solo-pilgrimbaptist--Donate To Pilgrim Baptist Church---- https---pilgrimbaptist.church-giving--- https---www.paypal.com-paypalme-pilgrimbaptist
These aren't just voices in our head. These are Higher Powers giving us a message.Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Part 1 of Episode 150! Yay!! And now for something completely different. This episode is a bit of a departure from our regular show. We invite Alex Criddle and Cody Noconi, researchers into the psychedelic origins of Mormonism, to respond to the recent debate on the Mormon Book Reviews channel between ourselves and Mormon apologist, Brian Hales. Brian attempts to provide the apologetic response to the theory that Joseph Smith utilized psychedelics (entheogens) in the early history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in order to facilitate visionary experiences for the early Saints. Disinformation requires much greater effort than simply stating information so we do our best to debunk his debunking (rebunk the theory?). This one is a long haul so we split it into 2 episodes to make it a little more digestible. Show notes: Video version: https://youtu.be/3l0L1EHtQOo Support our research and outreach: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions Original here: Psychedelics & Early Mormonism Theory Brian Hales Responds on Mormon Book Reviews https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE7J0y_cPpg Further information: “The Higher Powers of Man” - Frederick M. Smith was a prophet of the RLDS Mormons and paternal grandson of the founder Joseph Smith. In 1918 Frederick published this Ph.D. dissertation breaking down altered states of consciousness from an early psychologist's perspective, specifically, religious states of ‘ecstacy' as he called it. A lengthy chapter devoted to peyote is particularly worth reading. “The Higher Powers: Fred M - Smith and the Peyote Ceremonies” - Shelby Barnes' 1995 paper highlighting the curious psychedelic interests of Frederick M. Smith. While Barnes does not make any direct connections to Joseph Smith and psychedelics, Barnes does note that Frederick's interests were an attempt to find the reliable keys to visionary revelation that his grandfather Joseph had demonstrated. “Restoration and the Sacred Mushroom” - Dr. Robert Beckstead's seminal research paper presented at the August 2007 Sunstone Symposium. Beckstead's paper was the first to propose the possibility that Joseph Smith used psychedelics to facilitate visionary experiences. “A 1920's Harvard Psychedelic Circle with a Mormon Connection: Peyote Use amongst the Harvard Aesthetes” Alan Piper's 2016 paper highlighting Frederick M. Smith's interest in psychedelics, and how as a standing Mormon prophet Fred was funding a 1920s group of Harvard students with peyote. “Revelation Through Hallucination: A discourse on the Joseph Smith-entheogen theory” - Bryce Blankenagel and Cody Noconi's 2017 follow-up paper further explores the hypothesis originally put forward by Dr. Robert Beckstead a decade earlier. “The Entheogenic Origins of Mormonism: A Working Hypothesis” - Dr. Robert Beckstead, Bryce Blankenagel, Cody Noconi, and Michael Winkelman's paper published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies in June 2019. This was the first paper on the subject published in an academic journal. “Visions, Mushrooms, Fungi, Cacti, and Toads: Joseph Smith's Reported Use of Entheogens” Brian Hales' 2020 response paper to the one published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies. As a believing Mormon engaged in academic apologetics, Hales details what he perceives to be holes in the proposed hypothesis. “The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and Drugs” - Cody Noconi's book published in 2021. “Psychedelics as a Means of Revelation in Early and Contemporary Mormonism (Part 1)” Alex Criddle's 2023 paper that was originally presented at the Forms of Psychedelic Life conference at UC Berkeley (April 14-15, 2023). “Psychedelics as a Means of Revelation in Early and Contemporary Mormonism (Part 2)” A continuation of Alex Criddle's 2023 paper. “A Real Spiritual High: In Defense of Psychedelic Mysticism” An enlightening philosophical essay from Alex Criddle. Bibliography and further reading: The Varieties of Religious Experience, by William James The Higher Powers of Man, by Frederick M. 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Bakalar and Lester Grinspoon The Peyote Cult, by Weston LaBarre DMT: The Spirit Molecule: A Doctor's Revolutionary Research into the Biology of Near-Death and Mystical Experiences, by Rick Stassman A Hallucinogenic Tea Laced With Controversy, by Marlene Dobkin de Rios and Roger Rumrrill Occurrence and Use of Hallucinogenic Mushrooms Containing Psilocybin Alkaloids, by Jakob Kristinsson and Jørn Gry Psychedelics Encyclopedia, by Peter G Stafford Neuropsychedelia: The Revival of Hallucinogen Research Since the Decade of the Brain, by Nicolas Langlitz Stairways To Heaven: Drugs In American Religious History, by Robert W. Fuller Mescaline: A Global History of the First Psychedelic, by Mike Jay DMT and the Soul of Prophecy: A New Science of Spiritual Revelation in the Hebrew Bible, by Rick Strassman Liquid Light: Ayahuasca Spirituality and the Santo Daime Tradition, by G. William Barnar Distilled Spirits: Getting High, Then Sober, with a Famous Writer, a Forgotten Philosopher, and a Hopeless Drunk, by Don Lattin The Mystery of Manna: The Psychedelic Sacrament of the Bible, by Dan Merkur Psychedelic Sacrament: Manna, Meditation and Mystical Experience, by Dan Merkur LSD and the Divine Scientist: The Final Thoughts and Reflections of Albert Hofmann, by Albert Hoffman The Doors of Perception, by Aldous Huxley Changing Our Minds: Psychedelic Sacraments and the New Psychotherapy, by Don Lattin LSD: Doorway to the Numinous: The Groundbreaking Psychedelic Research into Realms of the Human Unconscious, by Stanislav Grof LSD and the Mind of the Universe by Christopher Bache Plant Teachers: Ayahuasca, Tobacco, and the Pursuit of Knowledge by Jeremy Narby and Rafael Chanchari Pizuri Visionary Vine: Psychedelic Healing in the Peruvian Amazon by Marlene Dobkin de Rios The Antipodes of the Mind by Benny Shannon Ancient Psychedelic Substances by Scott Fitzpatrick Psychoactive Sacramentals: Essays on Entheogens and Religion by Stan Grof, Huston Smith, and Albert Hofmann The Shaman and Ayahuasca: Journeys to Sacred Realms by Don Jose Campos The Religion of Ayahuasca: The Teachings of the Church of Santo Daime by Alex Polari de Alverga Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlassBoxPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/ Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on “Store” here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com
Part 2 of Episode 150! Yay!! And now for something completely different. This episode is a bit of a departure from our regular show. We invite Alex Criddle and Cody Noconi, researchers into the psychedelic origins of Mormonism, to respond to the recent debate on the Mormon Book Reviews channel between ourselves and Mormon apologist, Brian Hales. Brian attempts to provide the apologetic response to the theory that Joseph Smith utilized psychedelics (entheogens) in the early history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in order to facilitate visionary experiences for the early Saints. Disinformation requires much greater effort than simply stating information so we do our best to debunk his debunking (rebunk the theory?). This one is a long haul so we split it into 2 episodes to make it a little more digestible. Show notes: Video version: https://youtu.be/3l0L1EHtQOo Support our research and outreach: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions Original here: Psychedelics & Early Mormonism Theory Brian Hales Responds on Mormon Book Reviews https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE7J0y_cPpg Further information: “The Higher Powers of Man” - Frederick M. Smith was a prophet of the RLDS Mormons and paternal grandson of the founder Joseph Smith. In 1918 Frederick published this Ph.D. dissertation breaking down altered states of consciousness from an early psychologist's perspective, specifically, religious states of ‘ecstacy' as he called it. A lengthy chapter devoted to peyote is particularly worth reading. “The Higher Powers: Fred M - Smith and the Peyote Ceremonies” - Shelby Barnes' 1995 paper highlighting the curious psychedelic interests of Frederick M. Smith. While Barnes does not make any direct connections to Joseph Smith and psychedelics, Barnes does note that Frederick's interests were an attempt to find the reliable keys to visionary revelation that his grandfather Joseph had demonstrated. “Restoration and the Sacred Mushroom” - Dr. Robert Beckstead's seminal research paper presented at the August 2007 Sunstone Symposium. Beckstead's paper was the first to propose the possibility that Joseph Smith used psychedelics to facilitate visionary experiences. “A 1920's Harvard Psychedelic Circle with a Mormon Connection: Peyote Use amongst the Harvard Aesthetes” Alan Piper's 2016 paper highlighting Frederick M. Smith's interest in psychedelics, and how as a standing Mormon prophet Fred was funding a 1920s group of Harvard students with peyote. “Revelation Through Hallucination: A discourse on the Joseph Smith-entheogen theory” - Bryce Blankenagel and Cody Noconi's 2017 follow-up paper further explores the hypothesis originally put forward by Dr. Robert Beckstead a decade earlier. “The Entheogenic Origins of Mormonism: A Working Hypothesis” - Dr. Robert Beckstead, Bryce Blankenagel, Cody Noconi, and Michael Winkelman's paper published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies in June 2019. This was the first paper on the subject published in an academic journal. “Visions, Mushrooms, Fungi, Cacti, and Toads: Joseph Smith's Reported Use of Entheogens” Brian Hales' 2020 response paper to the one published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies. As a believing Mormon engaged in academic apologetics, Hales details what he perceives to be holes in the proposed hypothesis. “The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and Drugs” - Cody Noconi's book published in 2021. “Psychedelics as a Means of Revelation in Early and Contemporary Mormonism (Part 1)” Alex Criddle's 2023 paper that was originally presented at the Forms of Psychedelic Life conference at UC Berkeley (April 14-15, 2023). “Psychedelics as a Means of Revelation in Early and Contemporary Mormonism (Part 2)” A continuation of Alex Criddle's 2023 paper. “A Real Spiritual High: In Defense of Psychedelic Mysticism” An enlightening philosophical essay from Alex Criddle. Bibliography and further reading: The Varieties of Religious Experience, by William James The Higher Powers of Man, by Frederick M. Smith The Magus, by Francis Barrett A Key to Physic, and the Occult Sciences, by Ebenezer Sibly Hearts Made Glad: The Charges of Intemperance Against Joseph Smith the Mormon Prophet, by Lamar Peterson The Seven Sisters of Sleep, by Mordecai Cubitt Cooke The Encylopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications, by Christian Rátsch Plants of the Gods: Their Sacred, Healing, and Hallucinogenic Powers, by Richard Evans Shultes, Albert Hoffman, and Christian Rátsch The Dictionary of Sacred and Magical Plants, by Christian Rátsch Witchcraft Medicine: Healing Arts, Shamanic Practices, and Forbidden Plants, by Claudia Muller-Ebeling, Christian Rátsch, and Wolf-Dieter Storl Sex, Drugs, Violence and the Bible, by Chris Bennett and Neil McQueen Liber 420: Cannabis, Magickal Herbs and the Occult, by Chris Bennett Cannabis: Lost Sacrament of the Ancient World, by Chris Bennett Plants of the Devil, by Corinne Boyer The Immortality Key: The Secret History of the Religion with No Name, by Brian C. Muraresku Veneficium: Magic Witchcraft, and the Poison Path, by Daniel A. Schulke Thirteen Pathways of Occult Herbalism, by Daniel A. Schulke The Botany and Chemistry of Hallucinogens, by Richard Evans Shultes and Albert Hoffman Where the Gods Reign: Plants and Peoples of the Colombian Amazon, by Richard Evans Shultes Vine of the Soul: Medicine Men, Their Plants and Rituals in the Colombian Amazonia, by Richard Evans Shultes and Robert F. Raffauf Ethnobotany: Evolution of a Discipline, Richard Evans Shultes and Siri von Reis Persephone's Quest: Entheogens and the Origins of Religion, by Jonathan Ott, R. Gordon Wasson, Stella Kramrisch, and Carl A. P. Ruck Pharmacotheon: Entheogenic Drugs, Their Plant Sources and History, by Jonathan Ott Plant Intoxicants: a Classic Text on the Use of Mind-Altering Plants, by Ernst Bibra and Jonathan Ott Age of Entheogens & the Angels' Dictionary, by Jonathan Ott Drugs of the Dreaming: Oneirogens: Salvia Divinorum and Other Dream-Enhancing Plants, by Jonathan Ott, Gianluca Toro, and Benjamin Thomas The Road to Eleusis, by R. Gordon Wasson, Albert Hofmann, Carl A. P. Ruck, Huston Smith Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics and Religious Experiences, by William A. Richards Entheogens, Myth, and Human Consciousness, by Carl A.P. Ruck and Mark Alwin Hoffman Mushrooms, Myth and Mithras: The Drug Cult that Civilized Europe, by Carl A.P. Ruck, Mark Alwin Hoffman and Jose Alfredo Gonzalez Celdran Sacred Mushrooms of the Goddess: Secrets of Eleusis, by Carl A.P. Ruck The Apples of Apollo: Pagan and Christian Mysteries of the Eucharist, by Carl A.P. Ruck, Clark Heinrich, and Blaise Daniel Staples Psychedelic Mystery Traditions: Sacred Plants, Magical Practices, Ecstatic States, by Thomas Hatsis The Witches' Ointment: The Secret History of Psychedelic Magic, by Thomas Hatsis Alchemically Stoned: The Psychedelic Secret of Freemasonry, by PD Newman Angels in Vermillion: The Philosophers' Stone: From Dee to DMT, by PD Newman Theurgy: Theory and Practice: The Mysteries of the Ascent to the Divine, by PD Newman The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and Drugs, by Cody Noconi Magic Mushrooms in Religion and Alchemy, by Clark Heinrich Psychedelic Medicine, by Richard Miller Mushroom Medicine: The Healing Power of Psilocybin & Sacred Entheogen History, by Brian Jackson The Religious Experience: It's Production and Interpretation., by Timothy Leary Cleansing the Doors of Perception: The Religious Significance of Entheogenic Plants and Chemicals, by Huston Smith The Psychedelic Explorer's Guide, by James Fadiman Psilocybin Mushrooms of the World: An Identification Guide, by Paul Stamets Soma: divine mushroom of immortality, by Robert Gordon Wasson The Philosophy of Natural Magic, by Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa Dwellers on the Threshold; Or Magic and Magicians, with Some Illustrations of Human Error and Imposture, by John Maxwell The History of Magic, by Eliphas Levi Encyclopedia of Freemasonry and Its Kindred Sciences, by Albert Mackey The German Sectarians of Pennsylvania, by Julius F. Sachse God on Psychedelics: Tripping Across the Rubble of Old-Time Religion, by Don Lattin The Peyote Effect: From the Inquisition to the War on Drugs, byAlexander Dawson The Psychedelic Experience: A Manual Based on The Tibetan Book of the Dead, by Timothy Leary, Ralph Metzne, and Richard Alpert Entheogens and the Future of Religion, by Robert Forte How To Change Your Mind, by Michael Pollan The Harvard Psychedelic Club: How Timothy Leary, Ram Dass, Huston Smith, and Andrew Weil Killed the Fifties and Ushered in a New Age for America by Don Lattin Psychedelic Drugs Reconsidered, by James B. Bakalar and Lester Grinspoon The Peyote Cult, by Weston LaBarre DMT: The Spirit Molecule: A Doctor's Revolutionary Research into the Biology of Near-Death and Mystical Experiences, by Rick Stassman A Hallucinogenic Tea Laced With Controversy, by Marlene Dobkin de Rios and Roger Rumrrill Occurrence and Use of Hallucinogenic Mushrooms Containing Psilocybin Alkaloids, by Jakob Kristinsson and Jørn Gry Psychedelics Encyclopedia, by Peter G Stafford Neuropsychedelia: The Revival of Hallucinogen Research Since the Decade of the Brain, by Nicolas Langlitz Stairways To Heaven: Drugs In American Religious History, by Robert W. Fuller Mescaline: A Global History of the First Psychedelic, by Mike Jay DMT and the Soul of Prophecy: A New Science of Spiritual Revelation in the Hebrew Bible, by Rick Strassman Liquid Light: Ayahuasca Spirituality and the Santo Daime Tradition, by G. William Barnar Distilled Spirits: Getting High, Then Sober, with a Famous Writer, a Forgotten Philosopher, and a Hopeless Drunk, by Don Lattin The Mystery of Manna: The Psychedelic Sacrament of the Bible, by Dan Merkur Psychedelic Sacrament: Manna, Meditation and Mystical Experience, by Dan Merkur LSD and the Divine Scientist: The Final Thoughts and Reflections of Albert Hofmann, by Albert Hoffman The Doors of Perception, by Aldous Huxley Changing Our Minds: Psychedelic Sacraments and the New Psychotherapy, by Don Lattin LSD: Doorway to the Numinous: The Groundbreaking Psychedelic Research into Realms of the Human Unconscious, by Stanislav Grof LSD and the Mind of the Universe by Christopher Bache Plant Teachers: Ayahuasca, Tobacco, and the Pursuit of Knowledge by Jeremy Narby and Rafael Chanchari Pizuri Visionary Vine: Psychedelic Healing in the Peruvian Amazon by Marlene Dobkin de Rios The Antipodes of the Mind by Benny Shannon Ancient Psychedelic Substances by Scott Fitzpatrick Psychoactive Sacramentals: Essays on Entheogens and Religion by Stan Grof, Huston Smith, and Albert Hofmann The Shaman and Ayahuasca: Journeys to Sacred Realms by Don Jose Campos The Religion of Ayahuasca: The Teachings of the Church of Santo Daime by Alex Polari de Alverga Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlassBoxPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/ Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on “Store” here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com
Tonight I sit down with researchers Alex Criddle, Brandon Crockett, and Cody Noconi to discuss their documentary on the psychedelic origins of Mormonism called “EnthoMagus”. Alex has a MA in Philosophy and researches philosophy of mind, mental illness, psychedelics, mysticism, occult, mormon history, birds, permaculture. Cody and Alex have contributed to academic papers on this topic and I added the links below along with their info if you would like to connect with them. *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655 *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our episodes live. You can find all of our links on our LinkTree LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/MindEscapePodcast *Here is a link to Alex, Brandon, and Cody's Info: EntheoMagus Documentary Website and Trailer: https://seerstonedproductions.com/ Contact Alex: https://alexcriddle.com/ or alexcriddle1@gmail.com Contact Brandon: https://seerstonedproductions.com/ Contact Cody: mormonsanddrugs@gmail.com ***Documentary screenings: April 27-29, 2024 in Salt Lake City, UT and May 11, 2024 in Portland, OR. Online Screenings TBA. *Here are the links to the academic papers: “The Entheogenic Origins of Mormonism: A Working Hypothesis” - Dr. Robert Beckstead, Bryce Blankenagel, Cody Noconi, and Michael Winkelman's paper published in the Journal of Psychedelic Studies in 2019: https://www.semanticscholar.org/reader/39aab10ff7ef8d07f48d51f28f1bf75c20608bd9 “The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and Drugs” by Noconi, Cody: https://pickering.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S981C14555489 “Psychedelics as a Means of Revelation in Early and Contemporary Mormonism (Part 1)”: https://alexcriddle.com/psychedelics-as-a-means-of-revelation-in-early-and-contemporary-mormonism-part-1/ “The Higher Powers of Man” by Frederick M. Smith: https://ia800707.us.archive.org/9/items/cu31924029193781/cu31924029193781.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindescape/support
As the rain gently nourishes the earth on my homestead, it brings to mind the profound sense of gratitude I hold for the simple, yet abundant life that nature bestows upon us. It's Jesse Cope here, inviting you to join me in a heartfelt conversation on the American Soul podcast, where we'll traverse the landscape of our nation's history, illuminated by the wise words of Jonathan Mayhew's 1750 sermon. This discussion isn't just for the faithful—it beckons all who cherish the pillars of freedom and justice that our great country was built upon.Prepare to be transported back to a pivotal time when the seeds of American independence were sown by the courageous voices of the past. We'll unearth the relevance of Mayhew's "A Discourse Concerning Unlimited Submission and Non-Resistance to the Higher Powers," and its echoing influence on the fabric of our society. I'm deeply moved to share these reflections with you—listeners from every corner of life—and to ignite a conversation that resonates with the enduring wisdom that has shaped the enduring spirit of America. Join us, as we embrace the legacy that continues to guide our path forward.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe
"Change can happen incrementally, and oftentimes it's better that it does. We've heard the cliche 'trust the process.' Oftentimes the process is the most important thing." - David Bohl Join relinquishee/adoptee recovery coach David Bohl as he confronts the paradox of finding trust and healing in the intersection of adoption and addiction. He guides individuals towards healthy coping mechanisms and support in the face of deep-rooted trauma. In this episode, you will be able to: Understand the possible impacts of adoption trauma on mental health and addiction. Embrace TRUST as a key component in the journey to recovery. Explore the unique challenges of addiction for adopted people. Find safe and supportive communities for healing and growth. My special guest is David Bohl Meet David B. Bohl, an expert in addiction and adoption, whose personal journey through addiction recovery and exploration of the complex intersection between adoption and addiction brings a unique blend of empathy and expertise to our conversation. With a background that includes serving on the boards of prominent addiction and adoption organizations and receiving credentials from esteemed organizations like the Hazelton Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies, David's insights are informed, compassionate, and relatable. His memoir, Parallel Universes, and nonfiction book, Relinquishment and Addiction: What Trauma Has to Do with It, not only solidify his expertise but also highlight his commitment to providing support for individuals affected by adoption and addiction. David's balanced approach to destigmatizing addiction and promoting recovery reflects his genuine passion for helping others navigate their healing journey.
Spirits Speak – Exploring the Afterlife with Connie and Barry Strohm
Today we are going to discuss the history of humans on earth and their search to understand the higher power of a deity or holy energy. We will begin our discussion by channeling with our master guide Laura, we will then speak with the archangel Gabriel and finish by asking questions of the archangel Ariel. This is going to be a very informative show, especially when we discuss the creation of man. Tell your friends and join us on Tuesdays on the VoiceAmerica Variety network at 9:00 am Pacific time. All of our past shows are available on VoiceAmerica archives or our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@onestrohm. Please tell your friends!
Fear of Letting Go As we come to the end of this three part series on overcoming fear I feel that today's podcast of Letting Go to be a big one, especially for amputees. Not that we all don't struggle with letting go of: the past, what we can't control, and toxic relationships, but because as an amputee myself I have seen and heard of so many amputees struggling with these three aspects of letting go. For most of us, not living in the past is hard. We all tend to have some part of our heart in the past. Sometimes we fear that letting go of the past will also mean we will forget something that was beautiful about it. Memories stay but that doesn't mean that "living" there is a good thing, especially when we deeply miss some major part of it or, worse yet, can't forgive a transgression against us that happened in the past. I know several amputees who became an amputee due to a past wrong done to them: a drunk driver, a negligent driver that they were a passenger with, and those pasts NEED to be left there. I know I can't speak to this struggle as it is not my story nor my journey, however, I have talked with and watched the lives of people I have met that are dealing with this and one common thread amongst them is lack of joy and lack of healing. These are the people I have seen struggling with being an amputee, finding purpose, finding joy, and those who struggle to feel peace in their new place, struggling to feel good in their prosthetic and the fit, even not healing correctly or in a timely matter. Our minds are strong and can determine how we see ourselves and our lives, dictating how we feel and function. When we get stuck in a place of anger and blaming our circumstances on a past transgression, we aren't punishing the offender we are punishing ourselves! Doesn't knowing this make you want to work at forgiveness, for the sake of our own lives? You aren't saying that what this person did to you and your life is OK, you are just letting yourself let go of the one thing that could be holding you back from recovery and living a healthy, happy life....Aren't you worth that? (I think you are!) Another aspect is letting go of things out of your control. So you're an amputee now. Now what? Your limb is gone, and never growing back. Time to move forward. Learning to embrace where you are at in your journey is half the battle. You can't change what happened, but you can control HOW you handle it. If you sit and worry about healing, the prosthesis, the fear of being or not being able to walk again, etc, you are just going to stress yourself out and you are worry about something that isn't important right this minute. Stop, breathe, live for RIGHT now. Can you find something to be happy about, right now? I bet you can. Maybe it's that you survived, you healed well, you aren't on pain meds anymore. Maybe it's that you have a family that is there for you, a friend group who is surrounding you with love, support, and prayers. Maybe it's a pet that is glad you are home (they don't care if you have one less leg or not!) Perspective! Do you have it? You can't control something that has already happened to you, you can't control how long it will take you to heal, or if your prosthetist is going to be "the one". You can control your emotions, your outlook, your decisions. Start there, and let the Higher Powers that Be do their thing. If you spend your time worried and wondering how long before staples come out, how insurance might deny you, how long before I get a prosthesis that fits right you will be exhausted from all that worrying. That's not productive nor is it beneficial to your health (mental or physical). Learn to let go of the things you can't control and start dealing with the items within your control. You'll be surprised how happy you will be. Finally, letting go of relationships. Now, as an amputee, and one who has been listening to new amputees talk about the...
In this rendition of The Way Out co-host Jason and I, along with person in long term recovery and past guest of The Way Out Nick Warnke tackle a whopper of a Recovery Power Topic, Relationships and Recovery. As we mention in the discussion to follow, we did an episode on relationships in recovery, episode 114, back in December of 2018. Now five years later we're taking a fresh look at this subject in a very different light from three people in long term recovery in unique current situations regarding our relationship statuses. Jason is in a romantic relationship and has been for more than three years. As he says it's not perfect, but it's a good relationship, so good in fact he's engaged to be married. Jason, bless his heart, was the perfect person to balance out the yin and yang of where Nick and I are at with our relationships. I just got out of a serious, long term 5-year relationship, my first relationship in Recovery and in many ways it felt like a first for many reasons. What was also a first for me, is that this time I knew I didn't have to revert to counterproductive thought and behavior patterns like self-sabotage, isolating, retaliation, and controlling behavior – and I didn't – and as a result, I didn't harm myself or her or my son and I was able to walk away from the relationship hurting but without causing additional and unnecessary harm, and that my friends is growth. Nick, is in the uncertain and ambiguous middle where he is very unsure of the status of his current relationship, and as many of us can relate, uncertainty strikes at the very core of our desire to control people, places and things and can be most difficult to endure for any length of time. Nick even shares with us his ayahuasca experience, which was amazing indeed. We all get real about where we're at with our romantic relationships and we also broaden out the discussion and discuss the importance of our relationships with our respective Higher Powers, the ever-important relationship with ourselves, and our important relationships with other people both romantic and otherwise and how important these relationships are in our individual Recovery journeys so listen up. (c) 2015 - 2023 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved Theme Music: “all clear” (https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/) by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk) licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-way-out-podcast/message
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Exposition of Romans
What's up She Glows Fam! In today's episode, I talk all about how to bring yourself ease + peace through the process of surrender. Surrendering doesn't mean your hands free from the process, it means your stress free from worrying about the outcome! If you enjoyed today's episode, help ya girl spread the message + share it with a grilfriend! And if you've been enjoying She Glows, I would love for you to leave a rating + review! Xo
The world is a scary place right now — particularly for trans people. Our youth are being targeted. Our bodily autonomy is under threat. We are made into scapegoats by extremists who want to eradicate us. In these tumultuous times, where is the hope? In this special episode, you'll hear from people of various genders and faith experiences about what keeps them going — from Higher Powers to the power of storytelling; and from friendship & solidarity to the natural world. Click here for an episode transcript. Talking points: (0:00) Complicating hope — not to be confused with toxic positivity, and not at odds with hopelessness (4:30) Naiomi Gonzalez (she/they): hope in lamentation and bringing fears & pain to God (10:40) Avery (they/ze): hoping against hope that Cop City will never be built (15:29) Amir (he/him): chronic pain & the power of a friend who shares your experience (17:05) K Kriesel: (they/them): When an old support system ceases to support you — K's journey from white feminism into “the chaos of the physical world” (20:50) Avery: the power of rallies – even when they “fail” (24:40) Eric Sharp (he/him) rewatches The Good Place for encouragement and reminders that there are no easy answers (28:12 - 34:22) Rosie's (she/her) temple is nature and scripture is poetry; ending with “Good Bones” by Maggie Smith __ Where to find some of this episode's guests: - Naoimi Gonzalez is on Instagram and Substack @faithfullyradicalchristian, on Tiktok @faithfullyradical, on Twitter @faithfullyradi1. - K Kriesel is at kkriesel.com and on Instagram and Facebook @kkrieselart. Click here for K's Google Doc of Nonbinary spiritual resources. Listen to episode 65 for a full conversation with K. - Eric Sharp practices therapy at Best Life Mental Health Services in Louisville, Kentucky. Listen to episode 53 for a full conversation with Eric. — Learn about and Support the Movement to Defend Atlanta's Forest & Stop Cop City: - https://defendtheatlantaforest.org/ - This Twitter thread contains basic 101 in the form of shareable infographics. - The Atlanta Solidarity Fund helps pay for lawyers and bail for arrested defenders. __ Blessed Are the Binary Breakers is part of the Rock Candy Podcast Network. Find more shows at www.rockcandyrecordings.com. This show's theme song is "Aetherium" by Leah Horn. This episode also makes use of "The Encouragement Stick" and "Reality Cartwheeled" by Doctor Turtle.
Peg O'Connor, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. Her training is in moral philosophy, feminist philosophy, addiction studies, and the work of Ludwig Wittgenstein. She believes that philosophy helped her to get and remain sober. Avoiding Alcoholics Anonymous for the first 20 years of her sobriety because of the concept of a “higher power,” she is focused on using some of the great canonical thinkers in western philosophy to illuminate dimensions of addiction. She further shares this in her new book, Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering (Wildhouse Publications, August 2022).Reco12 is an organization with the mission of learning and sharing the similarities of addiction of all kinds and the similarities of recovery from all afflictions and addictions, and gaining and sharing tools and hope from others who are trudging this road. We are an open meeting for ALL, no matter your life experiences, faith traditions, nationality, or background. Reco12 is a self-supporting service and we appreciate your help in keeping us working our Step 12 in this manner. We gratefully accept one-time contributions through PayPal and Venmo through the links in the chat and show notes. We have also started a new monthly subscription program called Reco12 Spearheads. To join in and help support these cool projects, please consider donating at www.reco12.com/support, or click on the link in the chat of the live meeting or the show notes of the podcast. Resources from this meeting:Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and SufferingSoren KierkegaardWilliam James Varieties of Religious ExperiencesHenry David ThoreauAristotle To record a Reco12 Shares … share or prayer, please link to https://www.speakpipe.com/reco12shares and leave a share or your favorite recovery prayer. To find Reco12 Shares on virtually any podcast platform and follow and listen, go here: https://reco12shares.buzzsprout.com/share Outro music is “Standing Still” by Cory Ellsworth and Randy Kartchner, performed by Mike Eldred and Elizabeth Wolfe. This song, and/or the entire soundtrack for the future Broadway musical, “Crosses: A Musical of Hope”, can be purchased here: https://amzn.to/3RIjKXs This song is used with the express permission of Cory Ellsworth. The Eating Disorder Diaries PodcastIf you have an eating disorder, you are not alone. Host Amy Goeckel shares her experience.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showPrivate Facebook GroupInstagram PageBecome a Reco12 Spearhead (Monthly Supporter)PatreonPayPalVenmo: @Reco-TwelveYouTube ChannelReco12 WebsiteEmail: reco12pod@gmail.com to join WhatsApp Group
We're joined by Cody Noconi and Brandon Crockett to talk all about Cody's book and the possible psychedelic origins of Mormonism!About Cody:Sardonic and full of cannabis-fueled tirades about history, Cody Noconi is the author of The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and Drugs. Cody is a professional cook, keeper of useless facts, and former Mormon seminary student. Link to purchase Cody's Book:The Psychedelic History of Mormonism, Magic, and DrugsOr if anyone would like an autographed copy sent to them, please email Cody directly at: Mormonsanddrugs@gmail.comAbout Brandon:Brandon Crockett is a former Mormon and psychedelic enthusiast who works professionally in the advertising / PR industry. In April, he and Cody kick off production on “The Philosopher Stoned,” a documentary exploring the role psychedelics and ceremonial magic played in the foundation of Mormonism. They are currently looking for animation, financial and legal help. If you're interested in joining their team, reach out by email below. Email for Cody and Brandon's documentary: PhilosopherStonedDoc@gmail.comOther Links:Cody Noconi, Bryce Blankenagel, Dr. Robert Beckstead, Michael Winkelman published paper "The Entheogenic Origins of Mormonism: A Working Hypothesis"Robert Beckstead's original research paper "Restoration and the Sacred Mushroom"Fred M Smith PhD thesis "The Higher Powers of Man" (PDF)D. Michael Quinn "Early Mormonism and the Magic Worldview"P.D. Newman "Alchemically Stoned: The Psychedelic Secret of Freemasonry"Clark Heinrich "Magic Mushrooms in Religion and Alchemy"Brandon's VICE articleSomething Cool on a Friday Night (Live Music event in SLC):Grab your Ticket!** 21+ Event **$ Donation based (pay what you can)Friday, March 31 @ 8:00pmCome party with us on March 31! 8 pm - as long as the party keeps going! Featuring several local bands, artists and DJs.BYOBMormons on Mushrooms – Ways to ContributeOur podcast is supported by our amazing listeners and magical community. If you'd like to energetically contribute to what we're creating, there are several ways to do so:Become a PatreonSend a Contribution (buy us a booch)!Purchase Mormons on Mushrooms Merchandise
“The Battle isn't ours, it's the Lords”➡️Proverbs 24:20-21 (CWSB)20 For there shall be no reward to the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out.21 My son, fear thou -- the LORD and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change:Romans 13:1-8 (CWSB)“Subject Unto the Higher Powers”1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.5 Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.8 Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.Power To Change Ministry Rev. Alvin Lewis Powertochangeministry@gmail.Com Powertochangeministry.org 973-583-7482
A staple of Alcoholics Anonymous is the surrender of agency to a providential, theistic god, but what exactly does this mean? And are there other ways to connect with our spiritual center? Peg O'Connor thinks so. Join us as Peg offers us a field guide to William James' great work The Varieties of Religious Experience through her wonderful new book on overcoming addiction and suffering: Friendlier and Higher Powers. Open Door Philosophy on Twitter @d_parsonage or @opendoorphilOpen Door Philosophy on Instagram @opendoorphilosophyOpen Door Philosophy website at opendoorphilosophy.comContact us via email at contact@opendoorphilosophy.com
Episode 162 Winter Is Coming MM-Hit The Trail SCA-Make A Fit Plan BS- How To Winter Proof Your Brain BOOK suggestion: The Higher Powers of Mind and spirit by Ralph Waldo Trine
Roman Orona takes you on a journey around the world of Indigenous Music. Indigenous Cafe brings you music, conversation and inspiration from the Indigenous People of North America and the Indigenous People from all over the world. On this weeks journey, we are traveling with a show titled, “FAITH; Quotes by Frank Fools Crow” Frank Fools Crow was born in 1890 in Porcupine Creek, Pine Ridge South Dakota and left this earthly life on November 27, 1989 in Kyle South Dakota. Frank was an Oglala Lakota civic and religious leader. “Grandfather” or “Grandpa Frank” as he was often called, was a nephew of Black Elk who worked to preserve Lakota traditions, including the Sun Dance and Yuwipi ceremonies. He supported Lakota sovereignty and treaty rights and was a traditional leader at Wounded Knee. With writer Thomas E. Mails, he produced two books about his life and work, Fools Crow in 1979 and Fools Crow: Wisdom and Power in 1990. Artist's you will hear in the order they are played on this weeks show: THE INDIGENOUS CAFE PODCAST INTRO (00:00:00-00:01:43) “The greater the faith, the greater the result.” -Frank Fools Crow 1. William Horncloud - “Sioux National Anthem & Victory Song” (Traditional Lakota Songs) (00:01:58-00:04:27) 2. Arouna & Biko - “Bara” (Bamanaya Sira) (00:04:27-00:08:56) 3. Byron Nicholai - “Beat of My Heart” (I Am Yup'ik) (00:08:56-00:10:02) PROGRAM BREAK (00:10:02-00:10:17) “Those who live for one another learn that love is the bond of perfect unity.” -Frank Fools Crow 4. Nawang Khechog - “Dwelling In Peace” (Sounds Of Peace) (00:10:17-00:13:06) 5. Fred Kaydahzinne - “Sacred White Mountain” (Sacred White Mountain) (00:13:06-00:17:05) 6. Indian Hill - “Mr. Reliable” (Don't Look Back) (00:17:05-00:20:03) Roman Orona (Host) (00:20:03 -00:20:53) “Sometimes it feels like energy or electricity when it is moving in and through us, but spiritual power is really a distinctive kind of knowledge that is like the key that opens the door or the switch that starts the energy moving.” -Frank Fools Crow 7. Brianna Lea Pruett - “New Life” (Gypsy Bells) (00:20:53-00:23:54) 8. Omaha Whitetail- “Umm Ohon Nation Head Start” (To The Mothers) (00:23:54-00:29:28) 9. Randy Wood - “In Honor Of The Late Billy Goat” (Family) (00:29:28-00:31:45) PROGRAM BREAK (00:31:45-00:32:02) “When we become hollow bones there is no limit to what the Higher Powers can do in and through us in spiritual things.” -Frank Fools Crow 10. Southern Scratch - “De Colores” (How Sweet The Sound) (00:32:02-00:35:03) 11. Todi Neesh Zhee - “Two Step Dance” (Second Night: El Capitan) (00:35:03-00:40:00) Roman Orona (Host) (00:40:00-00:40:45) “Survival of the world depends on our sharing what we have, and working together. If we don't the whole world will die. First the planet, and next the people.” -Frank Fools Crow 12. Young Spirit - “Family Is a Blessing” (Mewasinsational Cree Round Dance Songs) (00:40:45-00:44:31) 13. Xavier Quijas Yxayotl - “Antigua” (Aztec Dancers) (00:44:31-00:47:01) PROGRAM BREAK (00:47:01-00:47:18) “...remember and think about the closeness of the Creator. If you live in this wisdom, it will give you endless strength and hope.” -Frank Fools Crow 14. Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo'ole - “Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World” (Unforgettable) (00:47:18-00:51:15) 15. Fernando Cellicion - “Zuni Sunrise Song” (Kokopeli Dreams) (00:51:15-00:55:02) Roman Orona (Host) (00:55:02 -00:57:44) “I do not always ask, in my prayers and discussions, for only those things I would like to see happen, because no man can claim to know what is best for mankind. Wakan Tanka and Grandfather alone know what is best, and this is why, even though I am worried, my attitude is not overcome with fear of the future. I submit always to Wakan Tanka's will. This is not easy, and most people find it impossible, but I have seen the power of Prayer and I have seen God's desires fulfilled. So I pray always that God will give me wisdom to accept his way of doing things.” -Frank Fools Crow 16. Digging Roots - “We Are” (We Are) (00:57:44-01:00:44) DONATION ADVERTISEMENT (01:00:44-01:01:01) The Indigenous Cafe Podcast is hosted by Roman Orona and brought to you by iamHUMAN Media. iamHUMAN Media is a non-profit 501(c)(3) focused on raising the awareness of social discourse to all humans through development of programs and artistic ventures (music, movies, stage performances, books, workshops, concerts, film festivals, community outreach, community building, panel discussions, etc.) to foster and promote unity in diversity and community fellowship acknowledging that all HUMANs are related simply by being HUMAN. Below are ways to help us continue our programming or to learn more about us: https://paypal.me/iamHUMANmedia?locale.x=en_US Website: www.iamHUMANmedia.com Email: indigenouscafe1@gmail.com
In this episode Micah and Christian discuss how a non-God higher power might manage to trick humans into believing it is God. Micah: https://www.tiktok.com/@ponderingtogether Josiah: https://www.tiktok.com/@somethingmatters Christian: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthvoyager Micah's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2O2zTS6xWpy5uc00sMbYuC?si=xqwfGNquRqiwwSYptZsyig Support us: https://anchor.fm/morning-ponderings/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/morning-ponderings/support
From quite early in her life, Peg O'Connor felt a “double dose of shame” - from her lesbian identity on one hand, and her struggles with alcohol on the other. Her drinking problems almost got her expelled from high school, but instead she was able to stop. In her view, philosophy helped her immensely to get and stay sober, especially considering how she was not fully on board with traditional religious views or with Alcoholics Anonymous.Peg eventually became a philosophy professor, studying Wittgenstein, ethics, and feminist philosophy, and for decades she remained abstinent from alcohol. But then, 19 years into her recovery, searching for “something more,” she got more curious about 12-step recovery. At the same time, she turned her academic focus to face addiction more directly, and since then she has been writing about some of the most challenging ideas about recovery, such as surrender, powerlessness, spirituality, and “higher powers.”For this episode of Flourishing After Addiction, I was excited to speak with Peg about her most recent book, Higher and Friendly Powers, a compulsively readable, clear, and humane exploration of the notion of “Higher Powers,” using the philosopher and psychologist William James as a guide. It's great fun. I hope you enjoy.Peg O'Connor is Professor of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. She is the author of the forthcoming book, Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering (Wildhouse Publications) and Life on the Rocks: Finding Meaning in Addiction and Recovery (Central Recovery Press, 2016). A recovering alcoholic, she believes philosophy has much to offer people who struggle. You can find her at her faculty page and her author website (
We really want to advocate for appropriate labels, discussion, and normalization of mental health. Today we discuss some of the barriers to that, myths, and ways we can help our families and ourselves. Please join us!Are you enjoying our podcasts? Did you know when you rate and review us, it allows other people to find and benefit from our podcast? Please spread the news! I have instructions for apple and a link for podchaser below. Thank you so much!Podchaserhttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/thru-the-wringer-with-mike-and-1962414Apple Podcasts1. On your iOS mobile device, launch Apple's Podcast app.2. Tap the Search tab in the lower right corner of the screen.3. Enter the name of the podcast you want to rate or review. Tap the blue Search key at the bottom right, or tap the podcast name in the drop down list.4. Tap the album art for the podcast.5. On the next screen, scroll down to the bottom of the page and tap on “Write a Review”.6. If you're not already signed into iTunes, you will be asked to enter your iTunes password to login.7. Tap the Stars to leave a rating.8. Enter a review title text and content to leave a review.9. Tap Send.10. Feel good about having contributed to the success of the Digital Health Community!Thank you for your support!Comments or suggestions? Questions? Reach out to us through email at thruthewringer21@gmail.comWe are also now on social media:Instagram @thru.the.wringerBumper music was written and produced by our son and daughter, Andrew and Hope. Check out their song on iTunes by And1SlamDunk: Bandwagon HuntSound effects: Biciclettari Romani on SoundCloudResources:https://lausanne.org/content/lga/turning-the-churchs-attention-to-mental-healthThis article must have an account to access. My daughter had a school account and I was able to access through that. You also might be able to through a school or work account.https://www-jstor-org.proxy.kumc.edu/stable/26651593?seq=3#metadata_info_tab_contentshttps://www.choosingtherapy.com/religious-trauma-syndromehttps://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/religious-ocd-separating-shame-from-spirituality-1102184/amp/
Krista SHARES her 25 years of sobriety and takes us on a journey though her life story. We learn about the early years of her drinking and how she could feel the fear leaving her body as she drank. The alcohol was a great comfort to her during the early years of her addiction. She remembers being able to breath, relax, and deal with life for the first time as she got drunk. Her drinking history was full of things that damaged her life and relationships towards the end of her active addiction. She talks about wanting to control everything and everyone. AA taught her to be sober and spiritual and Al-anon taught her how to be happy. During the early days of her recovery she asked a bunch of old-timers how she was going to stay sober for the upcoming weekend. They told her to pray. Krista said, “That will never work”. But she tried it anyway and she has been on a spiritual quest ever since. Krista placed herself in the middle of AA and has never left. Her sponsor has helped her recover in every area of her life and as Krista works with her sponsees she is able to stay focused and sharp in her program. She explains how her sponsor delivers feedback and perspective with the scalpel of truth and the antiseptic of love. She has allowed others to get to know her in the program which has helped release her shame of the things she did while drunk. When Krista is working with a new girl she allows herself to become a vessel or open channel for her Higher Powers love and forgiveness. Because when the love comes through you and flows into another person you get to experience it first, and that is the magic of AA. All you get is all you give, so give it all you got! Website: www.SoberShares.com Email: mike@SoberShares.com Click link to Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MD6DFY5RUYT5A
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