The Lord of Spirits Angels and Demons: Introducing Lord of Spirits
Sep 11, 2020
Orthodox Christian priests Father Andrew Stephen Damick and Father Stephen De Young discuss angels, demons, and spiritual beings in biblical texts, emphasizing the importance of exploring uncomfortable and overlooked aspects of scripture. They delve into the concept of 'Lord of Spirits' and offer insights on deepening spiritual sensibility in a modern context, highlighting the significance of guardian angels and angelic presence in everyday life.
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Many Gods
- Christians can and should believe in many gods, as the Bible uses the term "gods" for various beings.
- The key is understanding there's only one God worthy of worship.
God Judging Gods
- Psalm 82 opens with God standing among other gods, judging them.
- This challenges the common notion of strict monotheism in the Bible.
True Godhood
- Being God implies exercising dominion and authority.
- The "one true God" holds ultimate authority, while other "gods" derive theirs from Him or not at all.