Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey Ep 1090 | Demon Possession, Occult Obsession & the Real JD Vance | Guest: Rod Dreher
Oct 28, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Rod Dreher, author of "Living in Wonder: Finding Mystery and Meaning in a Secular Age," shares insights on why young people are increasingly drawn to the occult. He explores the church's need to rekindle a sense of wonder and the significance of miracles in faith. The conversation also touches on JD Vance's controversial views on abortion and the spiritual implications for upcoming elections. Dreher emphasizes navigating modern spiritual challenges while balancing faith and reason, offering a compelling perspective on contemporary Christianity.
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Youth and the Occult
- Young people seek transcendence and wonder, often turning to the occult.
- Churches must reclaim enchantment and the experience of the living God.
Stefano's Conversion
- Stefano, raised in a hardcore communist atheist family, encountered a homeless man who knew his sins.
- This encounter led to Stefano's conversion and his family's conversion.
Spiritual Reality vs. Practicality
- Allie Beth Stuckey observes a tendency to negate spiritual realities, seeking practical explanations.
- Her charismatic friends often remind her of potential spiritual attacks.