186 - Fr. Andrew Damick - A Cosmic Vision of the Gospel
Oct 26, 2021
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Fr. Andrew Damick discusses a cosmic view of the Gospel, focusing on Christ's victory over demons and death. He explores themes of personal transformation, biblical narratives in ancient mythologies, nationalism in the Orthodox Church, and aligning universal values with the divine. The podcast delves into the interconnectedness of spiritual beings and the significance of understanding scripture from a mythic perspective for a holistic transformation.
Father Andrew Damick presents a cosmic view of the gospel narrative, focusing on Christ's defeat of demons and death.
The gospel is portrayed as a declaration of victory over spiritual adversaries, challenging individual-centered interpretations.
The podcast explores the connection between mythology and spiritual realities, emphasizing the cosmic dimensions of ancient stories.
Deep dives
The Genesis of the Book and Its Purpose
The author, Father Andrew Damic, reveals that the genesis of his book 'Arise O God' stemmed from a frustration with the lack of a concise summary of the gospel from an Orthodox Christian standpoint for evangelistic and educational purposes. The book aims to present a cosmic perspective of the gospel narrative, highlighting a cosmic war and the role of humanity in God's response to this conflict.
Reframing the Traditional View of the Gospel
Father Andrew challenges the common individual-centered view of the gospel, typically focused on personal salvation and fulfillment. He argues against a transactional understanding of the gospel as merely addressing personal problems or offering solutions, emphasizing a broader cosmic significance and proclamation of what is happening in the universe.
The Gospel as a Declaration of Victory
The podcast delves into the essence of the gospel as a declaration of victory, echoing the ancient usage of 'Evangelion' to signify an announcement of a happening that individuals must align with. This victory over spiritual adversaries and the cosmic engagement themes underscore the transformative power inherent in the gospel message.
Navigating the Battle Against Spiritual Enemies
The discussion highlights the concept of Christ's victory over not only personal issues but also over real spiritual adversaries such as demons and fallen angels. It underscores the profound impact of the gospel in rescuing individuals from the influence of dark powers and offering a broader scope of liberation beyond immediate personal challenges.
Exploring Mythology and its Relevance in Modern Times
The dialogue extends to exploring the relevance of mythology, especially in understanding spiritual engagements in the contemporary context. Drawing connections between mythological narratives and present spiritual encounters, an emphasis is placed on discerning the cosmic dimensions and spiritual realities interwoven within ancient stories and practices.
Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick is Chief Content Officer of Ancient Faith Ministries. He has been podcasting since 2007 and is host of the Orthodox Engagement, Amon Sûl, Orthodoxy and Heterodoxy, and Roads from Emmaus podcasts, and co-host of The Lord of Spirits and The Areopagus Podcast. Today we talk about his new book, Arise O God: The Gospel of Christ’s Defeat of Demons, Sin, and Death (see link below). It's a very succinct introduction to a more cosmic and narrative vision of the Gospel and it captures much of what him and Fr. Stephen De Young have been discussing on the Lord of Spirits Podcast. -Fr. Andrew’s book - Arise O God: The Gospel of Christ’s Defeat of Demons, Sin, and Death: https://store.ancientfaith.com/arise-o-god/ -Fr. Andrew’s Ancient Faith Ministries contributor page: https://www.ancientfaith.com/contributors/andrew_stephen_damick -Lord of Spirits podcast, by Fr. Andrew Damick and Fr. Stephen De Young: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/lordofspirits Original video: https://youtu.be/6U7c_89FeWM Support this podcast: Website: https://thesymbolicworld.com/support/ Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/pageauvideos Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/jonathan-pageau Paypal: http://www.paypal.me/JonathanPageau Join the conversation: Unofficial Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1989208418065298/ The Symbolic World Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheSymbolicWorld/ Social media links: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheSymbolicWorld Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/pageaujonathan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathan.pageau
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