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The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Stage 4 to Cancer Free: The Miracle Patient Interview with Dan Thompson ~ Full Exclusive Interview
Hear the story about a family man who had stage 4 metastasized cancer in multiple forms, how he heard the voice of God and what He told him, and how he was healed through his faith in Christ.After enjoying Christmas with your family. If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis interview with Dan Thompson is bonus content by Ian and Galen for the Screwtape Letters Podcast. Dan shares his powerful testimony of healing th...
2025-12-26
36 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Coming of Christ. A Four-Part Christmas Journey. Ep4 Those Who Found Him: Shepherds and Magi
This final episode of the Christmas series concludes the Screwtape Letters–themed exploration of Jesus’ birth by focusing on the immediate aftermath and the first witnesses to Christ’s arrival. Ian explains the meaning of Jesus’ name, Yeshua, “Yahweh saves,” and shows how it encapsulates God’s redemptive purpose. Drawing primarily from Luke 2, he highlights the angelic announcement to the shepherds, emphasizing that the good news of great joy was first revealed to the humble and overlooked, affirming that Christ came for all people.The episode also weaves in Matthew’s account of the Magi, showing how God...
2025-12-20
17 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Coming of Christ. A Four-Part Christmas Journey. Ep3: The Journey: Bethlehem and the Birth of Jesus
In this episode, Ian continues his Christmas series by walking listeners through the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus. He explains the historical and biblical context behind Caesar Augustus’ census, which required Joseph to travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy. Ian highlights Joseph’s obedience to earthly authority while remaining faithful to God’s plan, underscoring how divine purposes often unfold through ordinary, even inconvenient, circumstances.Ian then explores the practical and geographical realities of the journey, describing the distance, terrain, and dangers Mary and Joseph likely...
2025-12-18
20 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Coming of Christ. A Four-Part Christmas Journey. Ep2: Two Mothers, One Miracle: Elizabeth and Mary
The heart of this story unfolds around two remarkable women, Elizabeth and Mary, whom God chose to carry the most significant children in human history. Elizabeth, long barren and advanced in years, receives a miraculous promise through the angel Gabriel that she will bear a son, John the Baptist. Her husband, Zechariah, encounters the angel while serving in the temple, and though he doubts the message, God’s plan moves forward. Elizabeth conceives and quietly withdraws for five months, overwhelmed by God’s mercy in removing her reproach and granting her a child who will prepare the way...
2025-12-12
25 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
BREAKING: Man of the Year: Charlie Kirk.
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLBREAKING: The Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time announces their Man of the Year: Charlie Kirk, a man whose life, work, and faith shaped countless people. They reject the term “assassinated,” insisting he was murdered for what he stood for, and portray him as Christ-centered, family-devoted, and tireless in his political and ministry work. They emphasize the deep roots of his faith, his drive, and his willingness to con...
2025-12-03
27 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
C. S. Lewis’s Journey of Faith
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis episode talks about C. S. Lewis’s Journey of Faith. The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time podcast hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski unpack each of C.S. Lewis’s letters to expose how demonic forces work to separate people from God today, encouraging listeners to reject these schemes and center their lives on Jesus. Ian highlights current events including Thanksgiving week in the United States, C.S. L...
2025-11-26
28 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
When Heaven Rejoices - Letter #31: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIan and Galen celebrated their book’s achievement of reaching #1 in an Amazon category, recognizing the significance to the Christian marketplace. They used this success as a springboard to deepen their podcast’s focus, tackling the profound biblical themes of heaven and hell inspired by C.S. Lewis’s "The Screwtape Letters." Their discussion centered around how heaven rejoices when a sinner repents, contrasted with the demonic inability to grasp Go...
2025-11-20
16 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Confronting Evil in Our Time, The Book is Here!
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIan opened the episode by explaining the document-signing process for their upcoming book and introducing The Screwtape Letters Podcast, which explores confronting evil in today’s world. He invited listeners to watch the video version on Rumble, where the podcast delves deeper into spiritual and cultural challenges through a Christian lens.He announced that there is just one week left to order signed copies of Conf...
2025-11-07
07 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Be Strong in the Lord - Letter #30: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn the second-to-last episode of season two of The Screwtape Letters podcast, hosts Ian and Galen unpack the Easter egg in the penultimate letter, focusing on spiritual warfare amid literal wartime chaos. As World War II air raids intensify, the patient remains steadfast despite fear and self-perceived cowardice, frustrating demons Screwtape and Wormwood. The hosts connect this to Ephesians 6:10, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the power of h...
2025-10-31
17 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Cowards Will Suffer a Second Death - Letter #29: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLSeason two of the Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time opens with hosts Ian and Galen diving into the biblical “Easter eggs” found in C.S. Lewis’s letters. They reflect on their work developing a companion book and turn to discuss the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, describing their grief and the courage he embodied as a man of faith. In his honor, they share the creation...
2025-10-24
24 min
Clock into YOUR Calling
Episode 08: "Faith as a Habit not a Feeling" - JR Adhemar
Do you ever feel like your faith depends on how you feel that day—on the highs, the energy, or the emotions of the moment? 🙏In this episode, JR Adhemar, an EMT, firefighter, and sports performance coach, joins us to talk about what it means to make faith a habit, not a feeling—and how consistency in your walk with God can shape your calling, work, and purpose.From walking through loss and living a life of rebellion, to finding hope and identity in Jesus, JR shares how God used him, despite him. Now, JR brings...
2025-10-21
43 min
Ecclesia Princeton
Community of Truth: Faith- Ian Graham
Pastor Ian Graham looks at faith as the thing that we can be most trusting of, exploring Mark 4 and the dynamics of walking by faith not by sight. Support the show
2025-10-07
44 min
Kicking the Seat
Ep1159: Hell of a Western: Interviews with Killing Faith Star DeWanda Wise and Writer/Director Ned Crowley
One of the year's best films opens in theaters this weekend, and today Ian sits down with Killing Faith star DeWanda Wise and writer/director Ned Crowley for a look at the making of this twisty, twisted, and powerful supernatural horror western!The film centers on Sarah (Wise), a freed slave living on the outskirts of a desert town in 1849. She is determined to get to her daughter to a faith healer (Bill Pullman) in a neighboring territory, in the hopes that he can exorcise whatever evil causes instantaneous death in anyone (or anything) the little girl...
2025-10-03
00 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Unsung Hero: David Smallbone, Faith, Family, for King + Country, Rebecca St. James, and Trials that Shaped a Legacy of Worship
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLOur conversation on this episode of the Screwtape Letters Podcast is a powerful interview with David Smallbone, music executive, father of Rebecca St. James and for King + Country, and the subject of the film Unsung Hero. Smallbone recounts the devastating collapse of a major tour in Australia that cost him everything and forced his family to relocate to the U.S. with little more than faith. In Nashville, they en...
2025-10-02
57 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Parable of the Sower - Letter #28: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe hosts return to the Screwtape Letters Podcast to continue season two, reflecting on both personal trials and the weight of faith. Galen shares about his mother-in-law’s passing after a season of hospice care, tying this life event to the theme of “finishing the race” in faith. This naturally leads into the letter under discussion, where Screwtape warns Wormwood not to celebrate wartime death too quickly, since a faithful...
2025-09-24
20 min
Clock into YOUR Calling
Episode 04: "Faith at Work: The Sacred Secular Divide" - Brendan Kirkland
Is faith just for Sundays—or every day of the week? 🙌In this episode, Brendan Kirkland, a military chaplain candidate, trainer, pastoral intern at a local church, joins us to talk about breaking down the sacred/secular divide and what it looks like to live out your faith in the workplace, your calling, and your everyday life.We dive into:💼 How to integrate faith into your work without compromise🙏 Practical steps for making Monday–Saturday look more like Sunday⚡ Why God cares about both your career and your calling🌍 Living missionally in ordinary spaces...
2025-09-23
48 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Courage in the Face of Darkness: A Special Tribute to Charlie Kirk
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis special episode begins with the weight of shock and grief over Charlie Kirk’s assassination, acknowledging the pain felt by many while holding onto hope in God’s nearness to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). The episode frames Charlie’s death not only as a personal loss but also as a moment to equip Christians to confront evil without sinning. His work with Turning Point USA challenged young people to think cr...
2025-09-11
37 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Confronting Sexual Temptation in Today's World: Boundaries, Battles, and Blessings
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis episode of the Screwtape Letters podcast focuses on sexual temptation, sin, and God's design for sexuality, featuring guest Michael Blueitt, who shares his personal journey and passion for men's ministry. The conversation explores why sexual temptation is such a critical issue for men, citing biblical commandments and the societal consequences of unchecked sexual sin, including broken families, addiction, and spiritual isolation. Michael and Ian emphasize the biblical vision of...
2025-09-10
34 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Sermon: Finding Comfort in Death: Living Fully with Hope in Christ
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this sermon, Ian Faith addresses the reality of death, acknowledging the fear, grief, and anxiety it brings, especially when loved ones pass. Using Psalm 34:18 and Psalm 23:4, he reminds listeners that God is close to the brokenhearted and provides comfort even in the valley of the shadow of death. He encourages believers to understand life’s brevity, framed by Scripture like James 4:14 and Ecclesiastes 3:1–2, which call us to recognize the se...
2025-09-03
18 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Confronting Evil in Our Time: Staying Vigilant and Faithful (Labor Day Edition)
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis week, Ian will be flying solo, as Galen is away dealing with family matters, and I’d ask everyone to keep him and his loved ones in prayer for healing and peace. As we head into Labor Day, with summer winding down in the north and spring arriving in the south, it’s a natural moment to reflect on the season and the year ahead. But amid these rhythm...
2025-08-28
13 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Give us this day our daily bread - Letter #27: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe discussion on the podcast episode centers around the enduring significance of the Lord's Prayer, particularly the phrase “give us this day our daily bread,” as an essential part of Christian spiritual discipline. The hosts highlight Lewis’s perspective that prayer should not be reserved solely for moments of spiritual fervor or times of need. Instead, prayer is a command and a daily discipline that keeps believers connected to God, ser...
2025-08-20
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Mere Christianity - Letter #25: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe podcast episode explores the depth and intentionality behind C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," highlighting how Lewis subtly weaves biblical motifs and spiritual truths into his writing. The hosts appreciate Lewis’s creative use of "Easter eggs" from scripture and his nuanced understanding of Christianity, emphasizing that while his insights are profound, Lewis remains a fallible human and his letters are not infallible scripture. Their discussion recognizes Lewis’s abil...
2025-07-31
19 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Confronting Evil in Our Time - Book Release Update
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLExciting news is on the horizon for listeners of the Screwtape Letters podcast: the hosts are preparing to release their much-anticipated book, Confronting Evil in Our Time. This devotional handbook is directly inspired by C.S. Lewis’s legendary work and aims to unpack and apply the spiritual concepts from the original letters to everyday challenges faced by modern Christians. The podcast team emphasizes that this book is not a de...
2025-07-25
13 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Spiritual Pride - Letter #24: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe episode opens with the hosts highlighting the importance of prayer and faith within the Christian community, sharing a personal request for prayers for a sick child and recognizing how acts of faith and gratitude can inspire others. The hosts emphasize humility, noting that no one is more special than another in God’s eyes, and offer encouragement for collective support and outreach among listeners.Divi...
2025-07-21
24 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Satan Himself Masquerades as an Angel of Light - Letter #23: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodL“Letter 23 is so powerful.” Ian and Galen, hosts of the Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time, explore the biblical "Easter eggs" implanted by C.S. Lewis in each letter of his classic work. Ian notes this particular letter was omitted from popular abridged audio versions. They discuss how this omission could be tied to its strong Christian messaging and the inherent power of its theological insights. The Easter...
2025-07-17
19 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
C.S. Lewis Expert William O’Flaherty Joins Ian to Discuss His New Book.
In this special podcast episode, William O’Flaherty joins Ian to discuss his new book, The Screwtape Letters Handbook. O’Flaherty, a C.S. Lewis expert and early podcast contributor, shares insights on Lewis’s life and his own role in uncovering rare recordings. His latest book is a comprehensive guide to Lewis’s classic, offering detailed outlines and a glossary to help readers uncover the book’s profound truths.The Screwtape Letters Handbook is organized for easy reference, featuring an Outline Summary of key points and a Character and Topical Glossary divided into major characters...
2025-06-26
41 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Happy Father's Day from Ian and Galen
Screwtape Letters Podcast, Proverbs 22:6 Raise your children well.If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodL
2025-06-15
01 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Temptations of the Flesh - Letter #20: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation centers on a podcast episode analyzing C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," particularly the sections addressing sexuality, temptation, and the archetypes of women that men are drawn to. The hosts discuss Lewis's concepts of the "terrestrial Venus"—a virtuous, down-to-earth woman—and the "infernal Venus"—a woman who is primarily sexually alluring. They unpack how these archetypes are rooted in biblical concepts, referencing Proverbs 31 as a model for the...
2025-06-11
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Love Your God With All Your Heart - Letter #19: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation between Ian and Galen centers on themes of love, sacrifice, and the nature of divine and human relationships, drawing heavily on biblical ideas and C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters. Jesus teaches that the greatest commandment is to “love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and the second is like it: “love your neighbor as yourself.” This foundational teaching shapes the entire C...
2025-05-29
23 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Devil in Denominations - Letter #16: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation focuses on a deeper exploration of Letter 16 that was omitted from the abridged audio versions. The hosts discuss the editorial decision to exclude this Letter, emphasizing its significant relevance and the nuanced issues it raises about church attendance and faithfulness. They highlight how the Letter addresses the dangers of both apathy and sectarianism within church communities, noting that faithfulness to a church can become problematic if it le...
2025-05-02
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Spiritual Warfare - Letter #15: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIan and Galen delve into the biblical "Easter eggs"—hidden scriptural references and deeper themes—within Letter 15 from C.S. Lewis’s classic work. They highlight how the demonic perspective in the letter trivializes World War II, framing it as insignificant compared to the far greater spiritual war described in Christian theology. The hosts stress that while the physical war was devastating, Lewis uses it as a metaphor to point to...
2025-04-24
19 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The story of Easter: Happy Easter - He is Risen
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe significance of Easter and Holy Week within the Christian faith. Galen and Ian wish you a Happy Easter. They reflect on the importance of Easter as the centerpiece of Christianity, emphasizing that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of hope and new life for believers. However, they also stress that Good Friday—the day commemorating Jesus' crucifixion—is often overlooked, even though it is essential because Jesus' death...
2025-04-18
14 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Repentance, Grace, and Works - Letter #13: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation centers on the concept of repentance, particularly its biblical significance and practical implications. The discussion begins by unpacking the meaning of repentance, which is described as a heartfelt transformation involving a conscious decision to turn away from sin and align oneself with God’s will. This transformation is likened to a military about-turn, symbolizing a complete change in direction. The participants emphasize that repentance is not merely an i...
2025-04-10
24 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Book of Common Prayer - Letter #12: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLScrewtape Letters 12 specifically focuses on the insidious nature of small distractions and sins that gradually pull individuals away from their faith. The hosts discuss how it's often not the "big sins" but rather the accumulation of trivial, seemingly harmless distractions—like excessive TV watching or idle habits—that weaken one's spiritual walk. They highlight a key line from the book: "It doesn’t need to take murder if cards will do...
2025-04-03
19 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Stage 4 to Cancer Free - The Miracle Patient Interview with Dan Thompson
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLHear the story about a family man who had stage 4 metastasized cancer in multiple forms, how he heard the voice of God and what He told him, and how he was healed through his faith in Christ.This interview with Dan Thompson is bonus content by Ian and Galen for the Screwtape Letters Podcast. Dan shares his powerful testimony of healing through faith in Christ af...
2025-03-28
07 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
We want your help - Share our Ministry with Friends and Believers in Christ
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLHere is how you can help. Like it, Rate it 5 Stars, Write a Positive Review, Share it, Join us on Social Media (Links below).Special Bonus content will be available on our Show site www.screwtapeletterspodcast.com with clips on podcast outlets.Deliverance Ministry with our Guest Pastor Andy WoodardHear the full exclusive interview at www.screwtapeletterspodcast.com...
2025-03-27
08 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Are All Sins Equal? - A Theological Question
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis conversation revolves around the concept of sin and its varying degrees of severity in the eyes of God. Ian, Galen, and their guest, Andy discuss several key points:They agree that committing a sin with full awareness is worse than sinning out of ignorance. They use the example of premeditated stealing versus casually taking something without much thought.The conversation touches on the Old Testament sacrificial system, no...
2025-03-11
04 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Psalm 22 - God, why have you forsaken me? Letter #9: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe podcast analyzes C.S. Lewis’s Letter 9 from The Screwtape Letters, focusing on spiritual undulation—the natural highs and lows in a believer’s life. The hosts emphasize how demonic forces exploit these "troughs" (low points) to tempt individuals with worldly distractions like materialism, fleeting pleasures, or despair. They connect this to a young believer’s struggle when the initial excitement of faith fades, leaving room for boredom or doubt...
2025-03-06
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Replicas - Doctrine of the Imago Dei - Letter #8: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe podcast episode explores Letter 8 from C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters, focusing on two central themes: the “law of undulation” and the doctrine of the Imago Dei (Image of God). The law of undulation describes life’s natural rhythm of highs and lows, likened to sound waves. While acknowledging this universal human experience, the hosts pivot to Lewis’s hidden “Easter egg” in the text: the term “replicas” used to...
2025-02-27
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
God Reveals, the Demonic Hide - Letter #7: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLLetter 7’s emphasis is on demonic concealment. The hosts contrast Satan’s hidden influence with God’s self-revelation through Christ and the Holy Spirit. They cite Ephesians 6:12 (“powers and principalities”) and Daniel’s delayed angelic answer (Daniel 10:12-13) to illustrate how evil operates covertly in the spiritual realm, while God actively “removes scales from people’s eyes” to reveal truth.Why do demons hide? The overt revelation of...
2025-02-20
16 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Our Daily Bread, God’s Will Be Done - Letter #6: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
Confronting Evil in Our Time - Pre-Order Book Today and Save! 🙏Reserve your signed, first edition copy Limited availability. Bless a friend with a copy.https://screwtapeletterspodcast.com/confronting-evil-in-our-time-the-book/Letter Six deals with fear and anxiety. The easter egg is “Our daily bread - God’s will be done.Let’s explore the concept of accepting present tribulations and saying "Thy will be done," drawing parallels to Jesus's prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. They emphasize the importance of dealing with what's immediately in front of you rather than worrying...
2025-02-13
17 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Prodigal Son - Letter #3: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe podcast discusses C.S. Lewis's "Screwtape Letters" and focuses on a biblical reference to the Parable of the Prodigal Son hidden within the text. The hosts explore how Lewis cleverly embeds this biblical story as an "Easter egg" in the narrative, specifically examining the dynamics between the prodigal son and his older brother. They highlight that the main point of the original parable is often overlooked - the re...
2025-01-23
14 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Jesus’ Incarnation - Letter #1: Biblical Easter Eggs in the Screwtape Letters: A Theological Journey
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLSeason 2 of the Screwtape Letters podcast explores biblical "Easter eggs" hidden in CS Lewis's "Screwtape Letters", focusing specifically on the theological concept of incarnation in the first letter. They aim to provide short, insightful episodes that unpack the subtle scriptural references Lewis embedded in his work, highlighting how he cleverly integrated theological concepts into his narrative about demonic strategies.Ian and Galen delve deeply into th...
2025-01-10
14 min
4 Pillar Podcast
Creating Success in Youth: Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance with Max Runkle | EP 35
Send us a text🎙️ 4 Pillar Podcast: "Creating Success in Youth: Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance with Max Runkle"In this inspiring episode, Ian Lashley sits down with Max Runkle to discuss how we can empower the next generation to succeed through the Four Pillars: Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. Max brings his wealth of experience and passion for youth development to share actionable insights and personal stories that will motivate parents, mentors, and community leaders alike.Together, they explore:✨ How faith lays the foundation for integrity and purpose.👨👩👧👦 The role of family in fosteri...
2025-01-09
48 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Christmas Special from the Homecoming Winery in the Poconos, PA: Screwtape Letters Podcast
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLMerry Christmas, everyone! We want to thank all of our listeners for making this a wonderful year in sharing our passion for Christ and providing helpful insights for a better life. This special Christmas episode is a celebration of everything we love about the Christmas season. We find it amusing how some people claim certain things aren't appropriate for Christmas, yet there's a unique joy that surrounds this time. It...
2024-12-20
39 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #31 Finale: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe latest episode of the Screwtape Letters podcast, hosted by Ian Faith and Galen Balinski, marks the conclusion of their exploration of C.S. Lewis's work. Recorded at the Homecoming Winery in Pennsylvania, the hosts reflect on their journey through the letters, expressing gratitude for their collaboration and the profound insights gained along the way. They emphasize the significance of the final letter, which depicts the death of the pa...
2024-12-19
24 min
better than we thought
Gritty Faith - Episode 33
Join us as we dive into what faith looks like in our real, everyday lives!0:00 Intro2:50 "Faith isn't pretty, it's gritty."4:10 Hannah's take10:40 Working through feelings17:00 Living by faith18:38 Ian's take24:00 Fighting the good fight of faith28:00 Is your faith based on your circumstances?35:00 Living in hope39:00 Resilience
2024-12-15
45 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #30: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe latest episode of the Screwtape Letters Podcast, focusing on Letter 30, delves into the ongoing spiritual battle faced by the characters, particularly Wormwood and his patient. The hosts discuss how Wormwood is struggling to manipulate his patient, who remains resilient despite the escalating war and personal fears. This situation highlights a significant theme: the demons are running out of tactics, illustrating that they do not always succeed in their en...
2024-12-12
34 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #29: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn the latest episode of the Screwtape Letters Podcast, the hosts explore themes of courage, cowardice, and the psychological tactics employed by demonic forces to undermine human virtue during times of danger. They discuss a specific letter from C.S. Lewis's work, where the character Screwtape expresses concern that their patient might die a Christian due to his acts of bravery amidst the chaos of war. The demons are pa...
2024-12-06
33 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Our Prayer for Thanksgiving, We Are So Grateful for You!
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe Thanksgiving edition of The Screwtape Letters Podcast focuses on gratitude and prayer, emphasizing the importance of recognizing blessings in life. The hosts, Galen and Ian, reflect on their personal experiences and the significance of Thanksgiving as a time to gather with family and friends. They discuss how anxiety can often overshadow joy, particularly during significant life events, and highlight the power of expressing gratitude as a means to co...
2024-11-28
12 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Christmas song "Living in God's Light" and Homecoming Winery
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe Screwtape Letters Podcast hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski share significant updates about their lives and projects as they approach the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.Galen introduces his new venture, Homecoming Winery, located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. He describes the journey of launching this family business, which involved extensive renovations of a historic building. The winery aims to reflect their personal story through its br...
2024-11-22
14 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #28: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe hosts of the "Screwtape Letters" podcast engage in a deep discussion about the spiritual implications of life and death. They reflect on the idea that one's relationship with Christ is paramount, emphasizing that how one finishes life is more significant than how it is lived. The conversation highlights a recurring theme in Lewis's letters: the importance of maintaining a spiritual connection throughout one's life, especially as death approaches. Th...
2024-11-21
37 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #27: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation revolves around the themes of prayer and its significance in the lives of believers, as discussed in the context of C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters." The hosts express their personal experiences with prayer, emphasizing its power and the importance of persistence. Galen shares a testimony about successfully launching a business after much prayer and support from friends, illustrating how faith can lead to tangible outcomes. They re...
2024-11-14
34 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #26: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn the latest episode of the "Screwtape Letters Podcast,” the hosts Ian and Galen delve into Letter 26, which explores the early stages of relationships and the potential for demonic influences to sow seeds for future disruption. They emphasize how initial interactions in courtship can set a precedent for communication, conflict resolution, and overall relationship dynamics. The discussion highlights that these early moments are crucial in establishing habits that can carr...
2024-11-07
36 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Special Edition: The Power of Worship Music
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis special episode covers Worship Music.Why do we sing worship songs?What should Christian worship music mean to the congregation?What are the important elements to include in worship songs?Exploring Christian radio, K-LOVE, AIR1, Family Life Radio, The RiverChristian music’s popularity on video-sharing sites like YouTubeThe experience of a big wors...
2024-10-30
56 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #25: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation on the Screwtape Letters Podcast centers around the impact of their discussions on listeners' spiritual journeys and the importance of intentionality in one's relationship with Jesus Christ. The hosts express gratitude for the positive feedback they've received, highlighting how their podcast has helped individuals deepen their understanding of their faith. They emphasize that their goal is not to present themselves as experts but to foster an interactive co...
2024-10-24
37 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #24: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation in the podcast centers around Letter 24 of The Screwtape Letters, focusing on themes of spiritual pride and influence within social circles. They discuss how the character Screwtape advises Wormwood to exploit the protagonist's new Christian friendships, particularly emphasizing the dangers of spiritual pride that can arise from being part of a seemingly superior group. The hosts note that while the protagonist is surrounded by mature believers who ar...
2024-10-17
33 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #23: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time (Part 2)
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn the second part of our dissection of Letter 23 of the Screwtape Letters podcast, the hosts express surprise that this letter was not included in the abridged version read by John Cleese, emphasizing its importance in understanding the concept of a "historical Jesus." The discussion highlights how contemporary narratives often portray Jesus as merely a humanitarian or revolutionary, effectively dethroning him from his true identity as the Son of Go...
2024-10-12
22 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #23: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time (Part 1)
Confronting Evil in Our Time - Pre-Order Book Today and Save! 🙏Reserve your signed, first edition copy Limited availability. Bless a friend with a copy.https://screwtapeletterspodcast.com/confronting-evil-in-our-time-the-book/The conversation in the Screwtape Letters podcast, Confronting Evil in Our Time revolves around a detailed examination of Letter 23 from C.S. Lewis's work, focusing on the theme of confronting evil in contemporary society. The hosts, Ian and Galen, discuss various aspects of community, friendship, and the spiritual implications of these relationships. The hosts express their excitement about the letter, which was not...
2024-10-10
29 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #22: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe hosts of the podcast Ian and Galen delve into the latest chapter 22 of C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," exploring the intricate dynamics between the demonic characters and the human patient. Galen has relocated from Phoenix to Pennsylvania, where he shares exciting news about launching a family business, Homecoming Winery, and starting Vessels Ministry, establishing a church in the Pocono Mountains. This personal update sets a positive tone as...
2024-10-03
32 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #21: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe discussion revolves around C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," particularly focusing on Letter 21, which addresses themes of temptation, entitlement, and stewardship. The hosts, Ian and Galen, joined by guest Corey Hirsch explore how sexual temptation serves as a gateway for deeper issues related to a sense of entitlement and personal injury when desires are unmet.Key ThemesSexual Temptation: The conversation highlights how se...
2024-09-26
43 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #20: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation revolves around C.S. Lewis's "Screwtape Letters," Letter 20, which discusses themes of love, lust, and relationships. The hosts, Ian and Galen emphasize the significance of two critical life decisions: choosing one's God and one's spouse. They argue that marriage profoundly influences life outcomes, often leading to either blessing or cursing.Key points discussed include:Sexual Temptation and Chastity: The host highlights the st...
2024-09-19
31 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #19: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe conversation in Letter 19 revolves around the nature of love, particularly God's love for humanity, and the implications of relationships, especially marriage. The hosts discuss the profound question of why God created humans and why He loves them, noting that these questions often remain unanswered and are a source of intrigue for both believers and non-believers. They emphasize that the demonic forces struggle to comprehend genuine love, vi...
2024-09-12
36 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Get to know the host's: Ian and Galen, Introductions and Testimonies
Get to know the host's of the Screwtape Letters Podcast, Confronting Evil in Our Time.If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodL
2024-09-08
09 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Interview with Jenny Barber, Sex and Human Trafficking Survivor and co-founder of Talitha, Coffee with a Mission. Learn how you can be a part of the solution.
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLBrought to you by your friends at The Screwtape Letters Podcast – Confronting Evil in Our Time. Subscribe and join us and our guests on this journey.The “Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time” has a mission at its core, to shed light on the evil that consumes people’s lives so they can confront it and heal through faith. Inspired by C.S. Lewis, who...
2024-08-31
40 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Screwtape Letters Podcast Host's, Ian and Galen, Thank you, Guests and Supporters.
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this conversation, hosts Galen Balinski and Ian Faith from the Screwtape Letters podcast express their gratitude to their audience for their support. They reflect on the deep insights they've gained from studying C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters and discuss how the podcast explores the themes of confronting evil in today's world. They encourage listeners to engage more with their content by visiting their website, screwtapeletterspodcast.com, and sh...
2024-08-24
03 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #16: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe podcast discusses Letter 16 of C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters, which critiques the nature of churchgoing and the potential pitfalls that believers can fall into, particularly when their faith becomes more about routine or preference rather than genuine spiritual growth.The conversation emphasizes the importance of community in the church, noting that the church is not merely a building but a gathering of people un...
2024-08-22
29 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #14: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this conversation, the hosts discuss Letter 14 of "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis, focusing on the theme of humility. They emphasize its relevance to their current life situations and explore how the concept of humility is portrayed in the book.Screwtape, a senior demon, is concerned because the "patient" (a human) is becoming humble. The hosts describe how Screwtape wants to co...
2024-08-08
28 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #13: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this episode of the Screwtape Letters Podcast,” the hosts focus on letter 13, where the patient experiences a significant spiritual renewal. This change is brought about through a moment of joy and reflection during a walk and reading a book, leading him to reconnect with God and repent. The hosts discuss the importance of such moments of clarity and their potential to realign one's life with spiritual valu...
2024-08-01
31 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #12: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this conversation, the hosts Ian and Galen discuss Letter 12 from C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," focusing on the subtle ways demonic forces aim to pull a person away from their faith. They highlight how Wormwood, the junior demon, is having some success in distancing his "patient" from God, comparing it to a planet being pulled out of orbit. This separation is described as a slow an...
2024-07-25
29 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #11: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis conversation is a podcast discussion unpacking C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters, Letter 11” focusing on the topic of joy and humor in Christianity and the lines where it can cross into the demonic or be used for extending joy and happiness. The hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski are joined by a Professor of Music at Arizona Christian University, Corey Hirsch.Corey is a...
2024-07-18
44 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #10: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this podcast episode discussing letter 10 of "The Screwtape Letters," the hosts explore the themes of friendship choices, time management, and worldly vanities, highlighting the tension between living a Christian life and societal expectations. They emphasize the challenge Christians face in maintaining their faith at work, where religious expression can be suppressed compared to other beliefs. The hosts discuss the struggle of leading a consistent Christian life bo...
2024-07-11
28 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #9: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this episode, letter 9 C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters, the hosts explore the strategies that Screwtape, a senior demon, advises his nephew Wormwood to employ against humans during their low points in life. This letter continues themes from Letter Eight, focusing on the ups and downs of life, which Lewis refers to as the "law of undulation."Screwtape emphasizes that during these tr...
2024-07-02
33 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #8: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn Letter 8 of "The Screwtape Letters," Screwtape warns Wormwood not to get overly optimistic about his patient's discouragement, even in the demonic realm they have ups and downs. This concept, referred to as the law of undulation, signifies the natural ebb and flow of life. The hosts, Ian and Galen finds this idea deeply insightful, noting its presence in the Bible, especially in the life of King Da...
2024-06-27
27 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #7: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this episode of "The Screwtape Letters -“ Confronting Evil in Our Time” the speakers discuss various themes, notably how demons work strategically to influence humans. They highlight the notion that demons prefer to remain hidden to manipulate humans more effectively. They also explore the idea that demons exploit human weaknesses, such as lust, intoxication, and the pursuit of power, often attacking individuals at their most vulnerable moment...
2024-06-20
31 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Introduction to esteemed C.S. Lewis author and scholar William O'Flaherty
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe early success of our Screwtape Letters Podcast has humbled us. It has also connected us with some wonderful people of faith and C.S. Lewis acolytes. We are so grateful for the opportunity to interview William, and we hope to have him back as a regular guest. We appreciate the depth of William's knowledge and his contributions to C.S. Lewis scholarship.Introducing to ou...
2024-06-18
14 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #6: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this episode, Galen and his co-host Ian delve into a particularly profound letter from C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters." They sense that the gravity of the European war deeply influenced this letter, which is dense with meaning despite its brevity.The hosts discuss how Lewis uses this letter to explore themes of fear, fantasy, and courage. They note that the demonic fo...
2024-06-13
33 min
Faith in Kids
Faith In Parents #143 | Growing Up: I have a valuable body
Ian Henderson helps us to navigate the internet, explaining that it is like a city; full of places to take our children, so much to see and do, but there are murky places where we would never leave our children to explore alone.A recent report said that 10% of kids have seen inappropriate online images before the age of 9, rising to 27% by 13. Various studies say the average age for seeing those images for the 1st time is about 11 years old.As parents we want to help them respond wisely when - not if - this...
2024-06-12
43 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #5: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLIn this discussion of "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis, Letter 5 deals with the outbreak of war in Europe. The letter reflects on the historical context of England's declaration of war against Germany, highlighting C.S. Lewis's contemplation of war's ramifications and its impact on faith and human suffering.Ian and Galen discuss how the junior demon, Wormwood, is excited about the wa...
2024-06-06
28 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #3: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThis episode Letter #3 delves deep into the complexities of human relationships and the spiritual battles that accompany them. The focus is on Letter Three from "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis, which highlights the demon's tactics to sow discord between the protagonist and his mother. The conversation explores themes such as self-reflection, prayer, assumptions, and double standards within relationships.The hosts analyze ho...
2024-05-23
33 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #2: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLThe patient has become a Christian. As we invite new Christians to church it comes with attacks from all sides. Most new experiences at churches are uncomfortable and tend not to be the best way to connect with Christ. The dark forces will illuminate everything that sways a newbie to not return. We delve into Letter #2 and stories experienced in our own walk with Faith and proselytizing fo...
2024-05-16
30 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Letter #1: Screwtape Letters - Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodL"The Screwtape Letters" Letter 1 offers profound insights into human nature and spiritual warfare while encouraging readers to reflect on the distractions that separate us from God and deepen their connection amidst life's chaos. All truth is God’s truth.Each episode starts with our intro and then plays a narrated letter to set the stage for the hosts to dissect. We encourage you to d...
2024-05-08
29 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Introduction to the The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLWelcome to our podcast. In this introduction to “The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time.”Your hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski will welcome you and explain the experience that you are about to undertake and journey on with us. We will offer advice on how you can enrich your walk in life with Jesus Christ, not just by hearing our takeaways, life stories, and ad...
2024-05-02
19 min
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time (Bumper)
If you’re tired of pretending everything is fine, this is the book you need. Confronting Evil in Our Time - Now on Amazon https://amzn.to/3XgCodLWelcome to our podcast “The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time” Your hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski in each episode will dissect C.S. Lewis’ 31 letters and illuminate the challenge that the devil and his minions play in our world today to separate us from God, so we can expose them, reject them, and put Jesus at the center of our lives.Subscr...
2024-04-30
00 min
Kingdom Flow
Ep68:Rehabilitation and Redemption: A Holistic Approach to Faith in Action
In this podcast episode, David Trickett, Kyle, and Ian explore living a life of faith and impact. They share personal struggles and reliance on God and the Bible. David discusses Charm Ministries, while Kyle and Ian talk about finding fulfillment through faith. They emphasize seeking contentment in God's promises over worldly pursuits. David highlights his journey of redemption, stressing the importance of embracing Jesus during hardship. The episode also touches on rehabilitating ex-offenders, advocating for holistic approaches integrating spirituality and community engagement. Overall, they underscore building strong faith foundations through relationships and mentorship.
2024-02-21
1h 12
The Parenting for Faith podcast
S7E10: The one about p0rn - with Ian Henderson
Many of us are aware of the rise of accessibility of pornography, and the damage it causes individuals and families, not to mention those involved in the industry. But talking to our kids about pornography - why to avoid it, how to avoid it and what to do if you encounter it - is another matter. To help us have those conversations, Anna was thrilled to chat to Ian Henderson, founder and CEO of Visible Ministries, including their flagship initiative the Naked Truth Project, which works to educate and inform young people about the destructive nature of porn. Ian and...
2023-11-14
26 min
Kingdom Flow
E43: Crafting a Life of Faith and Leadership: Wrendon Hunt's Insights
Join hosts Kyle and Ian in an engaging episode where they converse with esteemed guest Wrendon Hunt. Explore topics of faith, personal growth, and seizing opportunities. Discover Wrendon's journey from West Point to utilizing his talents. Uncover the role of service and missions in shaping purpose. Dive into discussions about faith, authenticity, and embracing love in life's trials. Explore the empowerment of self-assurance and authenticity in leadership. Learn about Wrendon Hunt's role in connecting leaders with transformative opportunities. Gain insights on personal agency and pursuing passions fearlessly. Embrace the significance of faith and...
2023-08-30
59 min
Kingdom Flow
E42: Identity in Focus: Reflecting on Restoration and Faith
Join hosts Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry as they dive into the imperative of Christians challenging societal norms. With a focus on God's ever-present guidance and the potential for restoration, this episode is a source of spiritual insight. The hosts share a poignant story from Israel that has profoundly impacted their faith journey. Examining the scriptural account of John 21, where Jesus restores Peter after his denials, they emphasize the role of personal choices in shaping life's outcomes. Grounded in their covenant partnership with God, the hosts stress His unwavering provision regardless of external circumstances. They...
2023-08-23
38 min
Faith Matters
175. The Story of You — A Conversation with Ian Morgan Cron
This week we are covering the Enneagram, a fascinating topic and a tool that we’ve found to be very helpful and deeply meaningful over the past few years. For this conversation, we were lucky enough to bring on one of the world’s foremost proponents and teachers of the Enneagram — Ian Morgan Cron.Ian is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram teacher, Episcopal priest, and the host of the podcast "Typology," which has over 20 million downloads. His books include the Enneagram primer The Road Back to You, which has sold over 1,000,000 copies, and the book we based today’s...
2023-07-15
56 min
Kingdom Flow
E25: Faith and Wellness: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Hotze
Welcome to "Kingdom Flow", the podcast where we explore the intersection of faith and wellness with your hosts, Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry. In this episode, we have a very special guest, Dr. Steven Hotze, who will share his journey from the traditional medical field to becoming a functional medical doctor with a holistic and natural approach to healing. Dr. Hotze will share his experiences with traditional medicine and how he became disillusioned with the over-reliance on pharmaceuticals and the neglect of the root causes of illnesses. He will talk about how he found his calling in...
2023-04-26
1h 07
Kingdom Flow
E24: Building a Life of Faith and Business: Insights from David Oelfke
In this episode of the Kingdom Flow Podcast Kyle Jones and Ian Sperry sit down with David Oelfke, an investor, one of the founders of Marble Capital, Apartment Life, and much more. Throughout the episode, we will delve into David Oelfke’s journey, exploring the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the moments that shaped him into the person he is today. We will also discuss how he was able to maintain his relationship with God as he navigated through all the different walks of life from family to faith. In addition to his...
2023-04-19
1h 05
Faith in Kids
Faith In Parents #112 | Parenting Sporty Children with Ian Lancaster
Lets talk about those sporty kids. How do we balance sports and church? What about modelling Christ-likeness? How do we parent sporty kids, when there isn't a sporty bone in our body?Join Ed, Amy as they chat with Ian Lancaster (Lancs) from Christians in sports about how we can support our kids and help them navigate the world of sport. Ed and Amy spill the beans in parenting blunders, and Lancs helps them, and us, with some practical tips.Resources highlighted in this podcast:To receive a copy of the free...
2023-04-19
53 min
Kingdom Flow
E15: Urgency in Living Intentionally and Disciplined in the Faith
Purity, holiness, and the destruction of sin are all vital components of our personal growth and development. Our lives are like a long-distance race that requires patience, persistence, and hard work. But with every small step forward, we are building habits and making changes that will last a lifetime. What does a sin-free life look like? How can making sacrifices propel us forward? In this episode of the Kingdom Flow Podcast, hosts Kyle Jones and Ian Spencer talk about sacrificing our fleshly desires to serve not ourselves, but God. Here are some power takeaways from...
2023-02-15
50 min
Thursdays with Moire or the Pretentious Asshats of Cinema
Thursdays With Moire Episode 92: Reach Out And Touch Faith (The Passion Of Joan Of Arc, The Exorcist, and Silence)
Faith is a bitch, isn't it? So why not share your woes with god with us instead, more specifically through a film podcast called Thursdays With Moire! That's right, on the next episode of Thursdays With Moire, we will be talking about three very different films centered around mankinds complicated relationship with religion! Indie american filmmaker Stephen Beason will be joining in as a guest for this episode; where we will discuss three different films from three very different points in time. Including our first silent film on the podcast..... The Passion of Joan of Arc! Along with the...
2022-08-13
1h 49
The Grief Code
You Don't How Far You Can Go Until You Take A Leap Of Faith
Ian discusses with you that taking action will determine and bring out your potential and capabilities in this episode. It is a matter of trust and faith that will take you to the heights of a better and more positive life, and you just have to take the leap.Don't miss:If you take action, it is going to bring about something you have been hoping forExploring all different opportunities to find out a way to do something beyond your capacityAs long as you keep healing, you keep on growing and moving forwardStanding at the precipice...
2022-02-08
08 min
Confident Live Marketing Show
Churches & Faith Based Live Streaming
Many churches and faith-based organisations scrambled to live stream their services and events in the 2020 pandemic. In today’s episode I’m joined by Natchi Lazarus to discuss how churches and faith-based organisations can create an impact with live video. He will be sharing practical strategies with us. And even if you’re not streaming church services or you’re not a faith-based organisation, there will still be practical tips for you too.Natchi Lazarus is a digital & social media marketing consultant specialising in working with nonprofits, churches & faith-based ventures. He is a keynote speaker. He is the autho...
2021-12-31
58 min
The Irreplaceable Man Podcast
The Secret To Purposeful, Powerful Partnerships with Ian & Meredith Lobas - Episode 223
Do you make a conscious choice to check in with yourself and your partner regularly? The truth is that every day you wake up, you get to decide how you handle the stress and pressure brought on by events in your day or by your relationship. In this episode, the entrepreneurial husband and wife team of Ian and Meredith Lobas share the secrets of their partnership. They point out that communication is key and we need to be vulnerable without making our own meaning of things that happen. Although it might be hard to surrender to what’s...
2021-08-19
1h 08