Shawn Ryan Show #224 Dan Schneider - U.S. Army Attack Helicopter Pilot Turned Exorcist Assistant
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Aug 4, 2025 
Dan Schneider, an Adjunct Professor of Theology and former U.S. Army attack helicopter pilot, discusses spiritual warfare and exorcism. He shares practical guidance on discernment between mental health and possession, emphasizing the importance of prayer and confession. Schneider reveals insights from his military background, likening exorcism to guerrilla tactics in spiritual combat. He highlights the role of the rosary in overcoming evil and reflects on personal experiences that transformed his understanding of faith amidst adversity.
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Rare Cases of Actual Possession
- Dr. Dan Schneider has been involved with around 500 exorcisms, showing extensive practical experience.
- Actual possessions are very rare, with only a fraction of cases turning out to be possession.
Power of Confession Explained
- Confession restores the soul and liberates a person spiritually, which exorcism alone cannot achieve.
- The priest acts in persona Christi, wielding Christ's authority in the sacrament of confession and exorcism.
Spiritual Warfare Advice
- Grow in holiness and purity of thought, word, and deed to resist demonic attraction.
- Endure hardships by prayerfully keeping your head down, mouth shut, and keep walking forward.
