

The Lord of Spirits
Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick, Fr. Stephen De Young, and Ancient Faith Ministries
The Seen and Unseen World in Orthodox Christian Tradition
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Nov 26, 2020 • 0sec
A Land of Giants
Exploring the existence of giants in the Bible, the podcast delves into the mysterious Nephilim, ancient rituals, forbidden knowledge, and the significance of humans as the image of God. It contrasts the Nephilim ritual with the conception of Christ, biblical perspectives on giants, and the possibility of angelic helpers aiding Noah. The podcast also discusses the rise of the Philistines, spiritual warfare, exorcism, connections to Saint Christopher, interpreting ancient texts, and the canonicity of the Book of Enoch in early Church history.

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Nov 13, 2020 • 0sec
His Ministers Flaming Fire
Exploring the depth of heaven, roles of angels, and saints in glory. Angelic intercession in ancient Jewish beliefs and the relationship between mental illness and spiritual affliction. Honoring kings and authority in worship, ruling with Christ, and praying to saints in Orthodox Christianity. Exploring the concept of angels as ministers of flaming fire and upcoming episode on Giants.

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Oct 30, 2020 • 0sec
The Real Demons of Hallowe'en: Special Episode
Orthodox Christian priests Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick and Fr. Stephen De Young discuss the origins of Halloween, ancient religious beliefs, spiritual warfare, divine reclamation, demon worship, and the role of saints in Christian life. They emphasize the interplay between physical and spiritual realms, delve into the battle against Satan's fantasies, and explore God's desire to share his divine life with humans.

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Oct 24, 2020 • 0sec
Sons of God, Equal to the Angels
Fr. Stephen De Young and Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick explore the concept of theosis in Orthodox Christianity, discussing the relationship between angels and divine council. They delve into the promises to Abraham's offspring, their equality to angels, mental illness, demonic possession, biblical verses on authority, theosis, adoption, and predestination in Christ. The podcast also touches on the preservation of ancient Jewish texts in Orthodox Christianity and the profound Christian beliefs on divine life.

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Oct 9, 2020 • 0sec
The Five(ish) Falls of Angels
Orthodox priests Fr. Stephen De Young and Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick explore angelic falls, demonic origins, myths, fallen angels in biblical narratives, giants, demonic rituals, apostasy of spiritual beings, Tower of Babel, divine intervention, evil spirits influencing the physical world, and upcoming episodes on sons of God and the spiritual world.

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Sep 25, 2020 • 0sec
Angels and Demons II: The Divine Council
Orthodox priests Fr. Stephen De Young and Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick discuss angels, demons, and the Divine Council in the Orthodox tradition. Topics include divine scenes in art, biblical texts on angels, hierarchy of spiritual beings, roles of angels, and demons' influences on human life.

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Sep 11, 2020 • 0sec
Angels and Demons: Introducing Lord of Spirits
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.

Sep 9, 2020 • 0sec
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Orthodox Christian priests discuss the blend of the seen and unseen in creation, emphasizing the presence of God, angels, and saints. They connect the term 'Lord of Spirits' to angelic spirits and human saints, highlighting their influence on creation.


