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This Present Darkness

Book • 1986
This Present Darkness is set in the small town of Ashton, where a skeptical reporter and a prayerful pastor uncover a sinister New Age plot by the Universal Consciousness Society to control the town and eventually the world.

The story intertwines the physical world with the spiritual realm, depicting a war between angels and demons.

The novel emphasizes the importance of prayer and spiritual warfare, drawing inspiration from biblical themes such as Ephesians 6:12.

It follows the investigations of Marshall Hogan, the new editor of the local newspaper, and Hank Busche, the new pastor, as they confront demonic forces and their human agents, ultimately leading to a climactic battle that decides the fate of Ashton.

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Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by Matthew Taylor in the context of spiritual warfare.
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Charlie Trimm
in comparison to Heiser's work, highlighting the difference in academic rigor.
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Phil Vischer
as a book that was wildly successful because it presented a supernatural view of world events.
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Talia Lavin
in the context of demonology and its influence on the Christian right.
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Candace Cameron Bure
as her first introduction to the concept of spiritual warfare.
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Dan van Voorhis
as an early writer for 'Adventures in Odyssey' who later wrote the popular novel.
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Anna Schreyer
in the context of her parents' experiences with the supernatural upon moving to Utah.
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Talia Lavin
as a book read by many former evangelicals.
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Kyle Whitaker
in reference to the idea of prayer as warfare, and helping angels through prayer.
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