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Science of Spiritual Reality with Mitchell K. JonesEmanuel Swedenborg’s Intellectual Legacy: Part 1🌟 Emanuel Swedenborg’s Intellectual Legacy: Three Transformative Principles for Modern Life (Part 1) – The Science of Spiritual Realities 🌟 🔍 Discover How an 18th-Century Scientist Who Spoke with Angels Revealed the Hidden Architecture of Existence In this first installment of our 2-part series, we unveil the groundbreaking work of Emanuel Swedenborg—the Enlightenment genius who bridged science and spirituality, inspiring thinkers from Emerson to Jung and movements from Transcendentalism to modern psychology. Based on the essay "Swedenborg’s Influence: The Power of Three Selected Ideas" by Alice B. Skinner from the volume Scribe of Heaven: Swedenborg's Life, Work, and Impact, edited by Jonathan S. Rose...
2025-08-1958 min
Inside Off The Left EyeLatin Playground Preview! A New Way to Hear Swedenborg!The Latin Playground is a new upcoming production from the Swedenborg Foundation. New episodes coming in January, 2025. In this video, host Chelsea Odhner talks to translator Jonathan Rose, the Series Editor of the New Century Edition about the upcoming series. The Latin Playground is a new way to engage with Swedenborg's writings. Swedenborg wrote in Neo-Latin. At the Swedenborg Foundation, we translate the spiritual insights he wrote down into modern, accessible English in our New Century Edition of Swedenborg's theological works, but something new happens when you interface with the Latin itself. No Latin skills necessary! ...
2024-12-2318 min
Rejected Religion PodcastRR Pod E27 Dell Rose- Cultural Receptions of Emanuel Swedenborg: Connecting the Spiritual with the MaterialMy guest this month is Dell J. Rose. Dell is a cultural historian and current Ph.D. researcher at the University of Amsterdam’s HHP Center. He is also the recipient of the Swedenborg Doctoral Scholarship from the Swedenborg Society in the UK. Dell holds a Bachelor's degree, with majors in English, History, and Religion, and a Master's degree in Folk Studies. His current Ph.D project deals with Charles Augustus Tulk, the reception of Swedenborg’s ideas amongst 19th-century reforming societies, and the role that Swedenborgian ideas played in 19th-century political discourse. Dell has many academic interests which exam...
2023-05-191h 17Inside Off The Left EyeA Big Announcement from the Swedenborg Foundation and the Future of Inside Off The Left EyeChelsea shares an announcement about the Inside Off The Left Eye podcast, as well as gratitude to our listeners.Secrets of Heaven volumes 3 and 4 are now available! To read the latest publications on which Dr. Jonathan Rose and his team have been working so hard, follow these links:https://swedenborg.com/product/secrets-heaven-3-nce/https://swedenborg.com/product/secrets-heaven-4-nce/And for a whole library of books and videos to dig into, go to our two websites: www.swedenborg.com and www.offthelefteye.comOr check out our YouTube...
2022-09-1801 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Wisdom of Ancient Spirits | NCE SpotlightSwedenborg claims to have been able to speak to the spirits of the earliest humans on earth. What did he learn? We explore what these people were like, and how much humanity has changed since. We explore these topics right now with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §§3419:2, 3432:3, 3428:2All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition pro...
2022-04-1721 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Goal and Purpose of Everything Is Love | NCE SpotlightHave you ever considered that what you love affects how you understand things? Who would win in a thumb war—religious truth or neighborly kindness? We explore the power of love with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §§2928:5, 3153, 3066.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition project.Explore Swedenborg's works available for sale and for f...
2022-02-0626 minInside Off The Left EyeHow Angels Can Know Everything About Us | NCE SpotlightHow well do you think you know yourself? Have you ever wondered why you did something you did? We explore what Swedenborg wrote about the life review we experience after death and how it can be used as a tool to help us in our spiritual growth with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §2474, §2483, §2422.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming rele...
2022-01-3018 minInside Off The Left EyeDivine Positivity Bias and the Process of Rebirth | NCE SpotlightHow is humility a central facet to spiritual life? Might there be more good in the world than we think and we’re doing better than we suppose? We explore fascinating nuances in the process of rebirth with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §2209:2, §2380:2, §2625:5.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition project.Secrets of Hea...
2022-01-2320 minInside Off The Left EyeWhat Is God’s Name and How Do We Call on It? | NCE SpotlightWhat does it mean to call on God’s name? How does love bring us into God’s presence? And what is the most important thing about any faith? We dig into these topics with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §2009:4, §2023:2, §2590:1-2.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition project.Explore Swedenborg's works availabl...
2022-01-1620 minInside Off The Left EyeSwedenborg’s Sudden Choice to Translate Survey into EnglishWe trace the evidence and connect the dots of what happened after Swedenborg published the work Survey. It became the most intense time of Swedenborg’s theological career. We travel to 1769 and witness Swedenborg making decisions that would have ripple effects throughout society in the centuries to come. We have the gift of using the unpublished NCE translations of Survey in this episode. You can read the whole thing for yourself when the NCE translation of Survey comes out in 2022! In the meantime, explore Swedenborg's works available for sale and for free download here: https://swedenborg.com/boo...
2022-01-0929 minInside Off The Left EyeHow Love Contains Wisdom and Transforms Us | NCE SpotlightHow does the spiritual misery we go through have the potential to connect us to divine love? What is God’s mercy really like? And how does goodness lead to wisdom? We dig into these topics with Dr. Jonathan Rose, tapping into his insight from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §2718:5, §2406:2, §2129:4.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition project.Explore Swedenborg's works...
2022-01-0220 minInside Off The Left EyeThree How-Tos for Living a Spiritual Life | NCE SpotlightDo you long for practical spiritual life tools? We explore three passages in Swedenborg’s work Secrets of Heaven that offer unique “how-tos” for living a spiritual life, tapping into Dr. Jonathan Rose’s insights from his translation work as the Series Editor for the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works.Paragraph numbers referenced in this episode: Secrets of Heaven §1937:1, §1947:6, §2009:2.All translations in this episode are sneak peeks of upcoming releases of the New Century Edition project.Explore Swedenborg's works available for sale and for free download here: https://swed...
2021-12-2613 min
Swedenborg and LifeWhat Does the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard Mean? And More Spiritual Q&A | Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-m6JPgg6qnQ↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓To Donate: https://offthelefteye.com/donate/Become a SPONSOR for Swedenborg Live!TWO TIERS:(1) Submit a question to our panel in advance and get a thoroughly researched response included in our live show, or, (2) in addition to (1), get a "backstage" pass to join the Zoom call li...
2021-12-211h 22Inside Off The Left EyeHow Does Faith Save Us? The Key Factor Found in SurveyIn March of 1769 Swedenborg wrote to his friend, Dr. Gabriel Beyer that the New Church “will come little by little, as the doctrine of Justification and Imputation is uprooted, which will likely be done by this treatise.” The treatise in reference is the work Survey. If those doctrines are to be uprooted, what is Swedenborg arguing should be put in their place? We dig into Survey to find out. We have the gift of using the unpublished NCE translations Survey in this episode. You can get your hands on them when the NCE translation of Survey comes out i...
2021-11-2137 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Hidden Agenda of the Book that Made Heaven RejoiceThere was a work of Emanuel Swedenborg’s that seemingly got a greater response in heaven than any other. But this work is rarely remembered when listing Swedenborg's theological works. Which work was it and why did it have such an effect?Stay tuned! Survey will be coming out in 2022! Explore Swedenborg's works available for sale and for free download here: https://swedenborg.com/bookstore/new-century-edition/All translations of Swedenborg's published theological works used in this episode are from the New Century Edition.REFERENCES:Acton, Alfred, ed. and trans. The Letters and Me...
2021-11-0729 minSwedenborg and LifeThe How, What, and Why of Repentance and Should Halloween Be Celebrated? Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more!↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓0:00 Countdown2:46 Intro8:53 How should one repent? About what?29:00 Did Swedenborg visit Egypt?31:42 Raffle33:48 How does one get through grief?47:10 Are there secrets the spirit world keeps from us until we transition?50:36 Is there wind in the afterlife?55:06 Should Halloween be celebrated or feared?1:06:35 Though Brings Presence1:10:51 Grading Sweden-Bot1:17:25 Guess That Swedenborg Phrase1:21:55 Elevator Pitch1:25:45 OutroTo Donate: https://offthelefteye.com/donate/Become a SPONSOR for Swedenborg Live! TWO TIERS:Submit a question to our panel in advance and...
2021-10-261h 25Swedenborg and LifeQ&A On the Difference Between the Spirit & the Soul | Food in the Spiritual World | Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more!↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓00:00 Countdown02:42 Intro08:42 Is there food in the spiritual world?19:14 What happens to a church when it ends?30:03 What is the equivalent of the scientific method in the Spirit World?41:01 Raffle43:38 What's the difference between your spirit and your soul?54:43 Is the collective awareness of evil kept in equilibrium the same way we are?59:20 How are we to know and develop our skills which may be of use in the hereafter?1:02:37 Thought Brings Presence1:06:32 Grading Swedenbot1:12:56 Guess That S...
2021-09-281h 23Inside Off The Left EyeSuperpowers & Swedenborg’s Exegesis of the Book of RevelationThis week, inside Off The Left Eye, I interview Curtis Childs about how he came to devote his life to sharing Swedenborg’s message and why that’s so important to him. Next, Dr. Jonathan Rose gives us insight into what it means to bless the Lord. Then we travel to 1766 and congratulate Swedenborg on a safe and speedy return to Stockholm with his long-awaited published work on the book of Revelation this week in history.There's still time to purchase the Recordings from the Off The Left Eye Experience Weekend! https://becominganangel.eventbrite.com/"Insi...
2021-09-0555 minInside Off The Left EyeWhat Swedenborg Needed to Know in Order to Talk to SpiritsThis week, inside Off The Left Eye, Curtis and I share what insights we gained from Off The Left Eye Experience weekend. Next, Dr. Jonathan Rose teaches us about light and warmth in the afterlife and our own inborn potential for angelic perception. Then we travel to 1771 to learn the parameters of Swedenborg’s ability to speak to spirits from a letter he wrote to the Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt this week in history.There's still time to purchase the Recordings from the Off The Left Eye Experience Weekend! https://becominganangel.eventbrite.com/Here's the passage fr...
2021-08-2253 minInside Off The Left EyeSwedenborg’s Garden & What He Said About His Own Revelation"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-08-1541 minInside Off The Left EyeWho Swedenborg Met From the Bible and Why It Doesn’t Matter"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-07-1839 minInside Off The Left EyeSwedenborg Connects to Alien Spirits | Real Astral TravelFor more about Swedenborg's experiences of astral travel and how he did it, see our episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7WU-X8mGGc"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in...
2021-07-1155 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Truth About Baptism and How Our Thoughts Aren’t Secret"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-06-2744 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Four Rules of Life and When the Second Coming Began"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-06-2042 minInside Off The Left EyeSwedenborg’s Childhood Loss and the Definition of Repentance"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-06-1341 minInside Off The Left EyeTime & Space After Death and When Swedenborg Went to College"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-06-0646 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Danger of Enjoying Evil and the Gothenburg Heresy Trial"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-05-2355 min
Swedenborg and LifeThings Heard and Seen Explained | Who is Emanuel Swedenborg? | Real Experiences of Heaven andThe book Heaven and plays quite a role in the movie Things Heard and Seen. We explain the basis of the ideas drawn from Emanuel Swedenborg's spiritual experiences that are portrayed in the film. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xx1xsoDR7Ts↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓You can download a free PDF version of Heaven and to follow along here:https://swedenborg.com/product/heaven--nce/★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres on Mondays at 8pm Eastern time!Listen t...
2021-05-1815 minInside Off The Left EyeViews on Life After Death and Why Jesus Is the Best Mentor"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-05-1643 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Stars in Heaven and What It Takes To Have a New Thought"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-05-0951 min
Swedenborg and LifePast Life Memories and the Trinity Explained | Spiritual Q&A | Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/v3ywpuywISI↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓0:00 Countdown3:19 Intro8:19 What would Swedenborg say about children with past life memories, is reincarnation real possibly from other planets?20:11 What is the difference between the traditional concept of Father, Son, Holy Ghost, and Swedenborg's idea of this?30:02 Swedenborg or Swedenbot35:52 Guess That Swedenborg Phrase42:51 Elevator Pitch45:54 D...
2021-04-301h 15
TranscendiotsSwedenborgian Eleanor Schnarr on Neuroscience & SpiritualityHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts interviews artist, poet, and Swedenborgian Eleanor Schnarr about eighteenth-century scientist and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg’s early explorations of the human brain and breath control and how his findings influenced his later works on spiritual anatomy. As a student of Swedenborgian Studies at the Graduate Theological Union, Eleanor has written several fascinating papers about Swedenborg’s practice of internal breathing and how it compares to other ancient meditative forms such as tantra and yoga. Eleanor draws on her extensive research to explain how Swedenborg used meditative breathing to access the spiritual world and how we can also...
2021-04-291h 12Inside Off The Left EyeChatting with Demons and How You Might Be In Heaven"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-04-2548 min
Swedenborg and LifeHow Can I Love God? (It’s Not What You Think) - Chasing SwedenborgGod is love itself, but how are we to love God? The trick is, participating in the love that God is IS loving God. Understanding that changes everything. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bvu1X9TVaxc↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓Quote to Chase:" . . . we are recipients to the extent that we love God and are wise because of our love for God (that is, the extent to which we are moved by what comes from God and thin...
2021-04-2005 minInside Off The Left EyeHow Delight Works and Swedenborg’s First Daytime Vision"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-04-1847 minInside Off The Left EyeTransformative Love and When Swedenborg Saw Jesus"Inside Off The Left Eye" is an original podcast offering by the Off The Left Eye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. We explore the spiritual world from the firsthand accounts of Emanuel Swedenborg, bring to light discoveries being made in the work of the New Century Edition translation of Swedenborg's theological works with Dr. Jonathan Rose, and travel back in time to see where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history, gleaning insight into his process of spiritual awakening and the historical context of...
2021-04-1147 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Two Essential Phases of Real Spirituality: Desolation and Sustainment - Chasing SwedenborgReal spirituality leads to our being reborn. But what does that really mean and what is the process like? Turns out, the ups and downs we experience in life are an integral part of the process. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PPjLxpsdas↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres on Mondays at 8pm Eastern time!Monday: Catch the newest content from Off The Left Eye!Tuesdays: Follow us on F...
2021-04-0608 min
Swedenborg and LifeWhat Is the Soul? Why Does God Seem So Far Away? - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MUIky2IET5M↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓0:00 Countdown2:44 Intro5:32 Reflection Question9:53 What did Swedenborg mean by "Fallen Women"?14:33 What is the difference between your spirit and your soul?19:14 Is there a correlation between what one can perceive spiritually on a personal level with the reactions felt by those in the spiritual world to bri...
2021-03-311h 16Inside Off The Left EyeThe Spiritual Food We Eat and The Week that Swedenborg Died"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner. References in the NCE Spotlight: Other Planets 165Secr...
2021-03-2839 min
Swedenborg and LifeHow Spiritual Communion Works - Swedenborg and LifeHow does a ritual of eating and drinking constitute a covenant with God? When we understand the correspondences at play we can begin to see why the Eucharist is considered so holy and sacred. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HwQ6E5eGIhQ↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Swedenborg and LifeWedne...
2021-03-2238 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Second Coming and How Swedenborg’s Idea of God Changed"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeftEye is brought to...
2021-03-2140 min
TranscendiotsSpiritual Director Gord Alton on Removing Spiritual Blockages & Receiving GodHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts interviews spiritual director and Mennonite pastor Gord Alton about his interfaith approach to helping people deepen their experience of the Divine. Gord explains that when he helps people explore and transform emotional blockages in their spirits, it opens them up to God, allowing more compassion, inner peace, love, and truth to flow into their everyday lives. This is an audio version of a video interview. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1aq4J0cxjqULearn more about Gord Alton's work: https://innerjourneyblog.weebly.com/★ABOUT★The Transcendiots webc...
2021-03-171h 25
Swedenborg and LifeDoes Baptism Matter? - Swedenborg and LifeDoes baptism equal salvation? Or is it a superficial, man-made ritual? Or, something in between? We explore the power of ritual, the purpose of baptism, and the life-long journey it represents. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sq8GIqmRcZ0↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Swedenborg and LifeWednesday: Watch News From HeavenThursday...
2021-03-1537 minInside Off The Left EyeSeeing the Face of God and When Swedenborg First Went Viral"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeftEye is brought to...
2021-03-0741 min
Swedenborg and LifeHow to Tell If Your Thoughts Are Lying to You - Chasing SwedenborgYep, we tell ourselves lies all the time. How can you know which of your thoughts are true and which are lies? Knowing the nature of God as love itself and the sole source of truth gives us a tool. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DhyCRPkJGeI↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Chasin...
2021-03-0106 min
Swedenborg and LifeQuestions About Witchcraft, the Veil, and Life After Death - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RcEobMkdobQ↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓0:00 Countdown2:43 Intro5:33 Reflection Question9:31 Did Swedenborg have any insight about our existence before we came to earth?12:44 Would the panelists be willing to share how they go about examining themselves for sin, and what repentance is like for them?23:12 What does Swedenborg say about witchcraft?29:33 Does Swedenborg e...
2021-02-251h 18
Swedenborg and LifeFalling In Love With the Sun Connected Me To God - Chasing SwedenborgConnecting to a sense of God's presence can be hard or even feel impossible. But God becomes much more accessible when you use the sun as a symbol! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-tqOj8f0Frs↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓#connecttogod#thesun#seasonaldepression#spiritualhealing#sunshine#happiness#depression★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Chasing SwedenborgWednes...
2021-02-2205 min
Swedenborg and LifeQuestions About , Heaven, and Angels - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lP4vT3BITNI↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓00:00 Countdown02:45 Intro05:40 Reflection Question09:57 If Swedenborg were with us today, what would the panel ask him?17:04 In Heaven, will we forever be free from ?22:19 Is an out of body experience in a dream a sign of spirituality?28:05 Has anyone ever felt a personal connection to Swedenbor...
2021-02-161h 19
TranscendiotsoffTheLeftEye Director Curtis Childs on the Power of Divine Providence & Swedenborgian SpiritualityHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts interviews offTheLeftEye Director Curtis Childs about how he started a successful YouTube channel based on the spiritual work of a little known eighteenth-century Christian mystic named Emanuel Swedenborg. Learn how Curtis' own struggles with anxiety and depression opened his heart and mind to Swedenborg's writings and the peace of heaven, and how it inspired his desire to help others manage their suffering too. One of the overarching messages that came up over and over during Cory and Curtis' conversation is how embracing Divine providence (a Swedenborgian concept) can lead to a deeply authentic spiritual experience...
2021-02-1059 min
Swedenborg and LifeWhy Didn’t Being Spiritual Get Rid of My Depression? - Chasing SwedenborgCurtis explores how the spiritual and physical sides of life both play a part in our overall mental health and how taking antidepressants can be useful on the spiritual path. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yUb_BqSr9wM↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓It can seem hard to reconcile spirituality and depression. "Shouldn't being spiritual keep me from being depressed?" But that's not the case. We are spiritual and physical beings and having depression is not a statement...
2021-02-0807 minInside Off The Left EyeHow Meditating on the Bible Connected Swedenborg to Spirits"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.HERE'S THE LINK TO OUR SUPER SHORT LISTENER FEEDBACK SURVEY! TH...
2021-02-0741 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Earliest Source of Ancient Wisdom and How It Was Lost - Swedenborg & LifeWe used to get truth through direct communication with heaven, inner intuition, and symbolism in nature. We dig into this original “Word of God" and how and why things have changed. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zb5CRXLpfO0↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction2:51 Origins of the Ancient Word12:26 The Style of the Ancient Word20:46 Looking For the Ancient Word28:52 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore...
2021-02-0132 minInside Off The Left EyeSwedenborg's Elusive Birthday and the Substance of Belonging"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.HERE'S THE LINK TO OUR SUPER SHORT LISTENER FEEDBACK SURVEY! TH...
2021-01-2444 min
Swedenborg and LifeYou Will Find Somewhere You Belong - Swedenborg & LifeWe explore how we’re all destined to belong in a spiritual community that perfectly fits us and that by drawing closer to God we’ll find the core of who we really are and our true belonging to heaven. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_nZR-GKzLiY↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:15 You Will Belong In Your Spiritual Community9:12 You Will Belong In Heaven15:59 You Will Belong In Your Own Skin22:44 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★A...
2021-01-1827 minInside Off The Left EyeWhen Swedenborg First Spoke to Spirits from Other Planets"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.CLICK HERE TO TAKE OUR SUPER SHORT LISTENER FEEDBACK SURVEY!
2021-01-1742 min
Swedenborg and LifeCEOs Reveal the Spiritual Component of Running a Successful Business - Swedenborg & LifeThe way businesses are run has a huge impact on the human race—just imagine if corporate structures were to have a higher purpose that flowed from divine principles. We dig into how this is possible. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PXi_Jwa8Ax8↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction2:57 The Human Business12:23 Useful Impact Over Individual Credit17:29 Higher-Purpose-Driven23:45 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all...
2021-01-1126 min
Swedenborg and LifeAngel Encounters - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9lgkcxEmaq80:00 Countdown2:44 Intro6:03 Reflection Question10:10 Does Swedenborg mention anything about menstruation?14:25 Will the ego always lash out when exposed?26:07 How to get an answer from God?36:04 What is a "heart of wisdom"? (phrase from Psalm 90)40:46 What does Swedenborg say about remorse?47:46 How do I better recognize my own right & wrong?56:04...
2021-01-041h 04Inside Off The Left EyeChristmas Edition: A Happy Christmas for Swedenborg in 1749"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeftEye is brought to...
2020-12-2035 min
Swedenborg and LifeHow to Allow Angels to Change Your Life - Swedenborg & LifeAngels play a prominent role in the Biblical Christmas story. Are they as actively engaged in our lives? Yes, they’re around us and they want to help. We’ve just got to know how to let them in. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9xgZVITmFHI↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:06 Holy Fear11:23 Listening17:29 Gratitude and Action21:14 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content...
2020-12-1425 minInside Off The Left EyeAngel Visits and Swedenborg’s Spiritual Audience with a King"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeftEye is brought to...
2020-12-1338 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Real Identity of the Angel Gabriel in the Christmas Story - Swedenborg & LifeGabriel represents a particular category of action of a whole group of angels. We unveil the real identity of the angel Gabriel and how all angels operate on behalf of God. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KQs6py3GVIE↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:13 The Role Angels Play in the Christmas Story9:28 The Identity of Gabriel14:01 How Angels Operate on Behalf of God18:19 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET...
2020-12-0721 min
Swedenborg and LifeWhy Do Bad Things Happen To Good People - Swedenborg & LifeLearn why God doesn’t prevent us from suffering and how times of struggle and distress in our lives are actually designed to bring us spiritual freedom. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LHNyGkZvgzU↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:17 Why Doesn't God Prevent Me From Suffering?8:29 Imitating an Infection14:30 Anatomy of a Spiritual Trial21:44 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 8:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://off...
2020-11-3027 minInside Off The Left EyeHeaven in the Brain and a Lost Work of Swedenborg’s Found"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, discoveries from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to each week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeftEye is brought to...
2020-11-2240 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Spiritual Link Between the Human Brain and Consciousness - Swedenborg & LifeThere's a spiritual level to the brain, and without it, you’re missing half the equation of consciousness. You can use your brain to connect to heaven and we’ll show you how and why. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Iu8VeM1Dm0A↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:25 Swedenborg the Neuroscientist10:04 The Correspondence of the Brain16:11 Using Your Brain23:25 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explor...
2020-11-1628 min
Swedenborg and LifeAdvanced Technology Originates in Heaven - Swedenborg & LifeTechnologies in our world have their roots in heaven. We explore how “representations” are used in the spiritual world and the striking parallels they have with our advancing technology today. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9HtPb9x_h1Q↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:02 Representations In Heaven7:11 Teaching and Learning11:09 Healing and Intervention19:34 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offth...
2020-11-0925 minInside Off The Left EyeHow Swedenborg’s Spiritual Awakening Began"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Music by Tim Bragg★☆★ABOUT★☆★offTheLeft...
2020-11-0145 min
Swedenborg and LifeThere is a Science To Your Connection to Heaven - Swedenborg & LifeHow do the spiritual and physical worlds interface with each other? We explore what correspondences are, how they function to connect heaven and earth, and how we can make use of this connection in our lives. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HNZNOMH4_DE↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:06 Out Connection to Heaven is Essential7:03 The Correspondence Connection11:51 Correcting the Correspondence Connection20:31 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00p...
2020-10-2624 min
Swedenborg and LifeRevelation Chapter 10 - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BY22KXdzPgQ↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓00:00 Countdown02:38 Intro05:58 Reflection Question11:10 How are the awesome images in Revelations and dreams similar?14:31 What happens to people who don't like animals in the afterlife?20:35 Is everything bad from God also? We must learn lessons and progress either way.28:27 Are the original Swedenborg manuscripts in the Swedenbo...
2020-10-261h 17Inside Off The Left EyeReceiving Help From Angels and Swedenborg’s Secret Location"Inside offTheLeftEye" is an original podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with new material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and where Swedenborg was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Chelsea Odhner.Our fabulous music was created and contributed by Tim...
2020-10-2537 min
Swedenborg and LifeRevelation: The Mystery of the Seven Thunders - Swedenborg & LifeAn angel standing on land and sea, thunder that contains messages, and a book that John is told to eat. We unveil the spiritual secrets of these strange images from Revelation Chapter 10. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dy4BWy5i3tU↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Swedenborg and LifeTuesday: Receive OTL...
2020-10-1924 min
Swedenborg and LifeRevelation: The Bottomless Pit - Swedenborg & LifeWe explore the spiritual meaning of the bottomless pit, locusts, and destructive angels in Revelation Chapter 9 which carries a message of what we all need to wake up to. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7h4fDg5RMVM↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:33 The Bottomless Pit13:39 Locusts and Destructive Angels20:58 What We Need To Wake Up To28:49 Wrap up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our cont...
2020-10-0532 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Framework Behind All Near Death Experiences - Swedenborg & LifeThe afterlife as described by Swedenborg has a structure to it that explains exactly why things in NDEs happen like they do. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Jdree3CXINg↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction4:01 The Consistency of NDEs11:18 The Sun of God17:47 Your Mind Clothes You23:35 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye.com/Monday: Watch Swedenborg and Lif...
2020-09-2829 min
Swedenborg and LifeLessons from Near-Death Experiences - Swedenborg Live!Broadcast live, we're here to share our collective knowledge and experiences in response to your live questions about spiritual growth and more! This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pymkt7_hg9A↓↓↓ More resources below ↓↓↓00:00 Countdown04:58 Intro07:21 Reflection Question10:54 Does Swedenborg teach that we all have a guide or guardian angel?18:12 Did Swedenborg have any thoughts on Qabalah?25:17 Why do humans struggle to stay alive in this world when it's all temporary?39:41 Raffle41:15 What are the similarities and differences between Swed...
2020-09-281h 15Inside Off The Left EyeGo-To Spiritual Tools and Swedenborg’s New Address in Heaven"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-09-2742 min
Swedenborg and LifeHoward Storm, Jeff Olsen, Tricia Barker, and Swedenborg: Lessons from Near Death ExperiencesThree authors and leading voices in the Near-Death Experience movement connect the lessons learned in heaven to what we go through day-to-day here on earth. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vKP27V2B4Ws↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Intro2:55 Love Is a Verb14:58 One In Essence, Yet Unique20:18 You're Not Alone28:24 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://offthelefteye...
2020-09-2131 minInside Off The Left EyeThe Moment Swedenborg Learned Spirits Can Read Thoughts"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-09-2042 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Practical (But Weird) Way to Deal with Anxiety - Swedenborg & LifeWe explain why changing what we love is the practical way to deal with anxiety and why loving useful service is the best anxiety-resistant way we can care about life. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JBk4_ZoZTiI↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓ 0:00 Introduction4:01 The Nature of Self-Image-Based Anxiety11:12 The Nature of the Love of Useful Service18:15 Changing What's at the Core25:41 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Ex...
2020-09-1431 minInside Off The Left EyeAnxiety Help and the Sudden Title Change of True Christianity"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-09-0645 min
Swedenborg and LifeSpirits Cause Anxiety - Swedenborg & LifeDealing with anxiety? It could be you have a spirit problem. In this episode we explore the nature of anxiety-producing spiritual interactions and what you can do about them. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/29k7RLGED0Q↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:54 The Contrary Speech That Distresses Us17:33 The Collision of Auras25:46 The Role of Anxiety-Causing Spirits in Our Spiritual Transformation33:26 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00p...
2020-08-3137 min
Swedenborg and LifeThe Signs of a Spiritual Awakening Explained - Swedenborg & LifeWe not only identify the six major categories of the signs of spiritual awakening, but explain why they are what they are, and what ties them all together. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cv9tzwrvv3E↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction2:55 The Unifying Factor of All Spiritual Awakenings11:35 Turning Up the Contrast20:14 Developing an Angel Mind27:13 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our cont...
2020-08-2431 minInside Off The Left EyeSpiritual Awakening and Swedenborg’s Two Publishing Lines"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-08-2338 min
Swedenborg and LifeA Guide to Spiritual Awakening - Swedenborg & LifeSpiritual awakenings are a phenomenon written into the design of human spiritual development. We uncover why spiritual awakenings exist, what happens during them, and our part in it all. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cUPVbffemgg↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:00 Spiritual Awakenings Are Part of the Design13:28 Breaking Down and Building Up25:26 Providence and Participation33:59 Wrap Up ★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content...
2020-08-1739 min
Swedenborg and LifeJohn 3:16 Does Not Conflict With A God That Loves Everyone - Swedenborg & LifeWe explore the real meaning of John 3:16 by unpacking how Divine Love is not exclusive, how action is true belief, and what following Jesus’s example really means. This is an audio-only version of video-based show, and the podcast may contain references to visuals from the original episode. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XQ9SgTIhX4g↓↓↓ FREE e-book downloads and more below ↓↓↓0:00 Introduction3:33 Divine Love Is Not Exclusive14:08 Action Is True Belief19:24 Following Jesus's Example26:15 Wrap Up★☆★BE THE FIRST TO SEE NEW CONTENT★☆★All content premieres at 12:00pm PT, 3:00pm ET, and 7:00pm GMT.Explore all our content at https://off...
2020-08-0330 minInside Off The Left EyeLove in the Bible and Swedenborg’s Change in Spiritual State"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-08-0240 minInside Off The Left EyeMarriage Work After Death and Swedenborg’s Anonymity Change"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-07-2639 minInside Off The Left EyeAfter Death Communication and Swedenborg’s Publishing Gap"Inside offTheLeftEye" is a new podcast offering by the offTheLeftEye team with original material every week coming to you on Sundays. Hear exclusive interviews with Curtis Childs, host and director of offTheLeftEye, news and insights from the work of the New Century Edition translation of Emanuel Swedenborg's theological works with the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose, sneak previews and extras of all the content offTheLeftEye produces, and even from Emanuel Swedenborg himself—well, at least the record he left of where he was and what he was up to this week in history—in every episode of Inside offTheLeftEye, hosted by Ch...
2020-07-1932 min
TranscendiotsTrailer: TranscendiotsFirst episode coming Thursday, December 13th, 2018! Transcendiots is a bi-weekly spirituality-based webcast hosted on the Swedenborg Foundation's YouTube channel. Co-hosts Cory Bradford-Watts and Colin Amato were inspired to start the project while in ministry training at the Center for Swedenborgian Studies of the Graduate Theological Union. Motivated by the depth of religious backgrounds of others they crossed paths with at the school, they decided to turn on their cameras and start talking--talking to people with all different kinds of spiritual and life experiences. Now, a year later, they're launching their first series of videos in partnership with the Swedenborg...
2020-05-2900 minTranscendiotsMennonite Pastor Dave Rogalsky on Interfaith Ministry, Swedenborgianism & Contemplative SpiritualityWatch as host Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts and Mennonite Pastor Dave Rogalsky discuss the role of interfaith ministry and contemplative spirituality in transcending the theological divisions between denominations. Hear the interesting story of how a Mennonite pastor came to lead a Swedenborgian congregation, and what he learned from that experience. We hope that as you witness Cory and Dave share their personal experiences, you'll be inspired to explore the role of diversity and inclusivity in whatever faith(s) you follow.★ABOUT★The Transcendiots webcast is brought to you by the Swedenborg Foundation—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, independent, educat...
2020-03-3100 minTranscendiotsSwedenborgian Author Kent Rogers on Divine Love, Freedom, & Spiritual EvolutionWatch as host Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts and Kent Rogers, author of "Seven Days of Spiritual Evolution: The Genesis of Personal Transformation," discuss how the divine and science can coexist, and much more!The two also review the content of Kent's latest book, which includes his interpretation of the Creation Story in the Book of Genesis as a timeless guide for our spiritual transition from darkness to light. Learn from Cory and Kent as they talk about ways to communicate with the Lord, practice love, and use meditation as a spiritual tool. We hope that as you witness...
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Exploring DeathThe Spiritual Level of Emanuel Swedenborg with Curtis ChildsCurtis is the director of Off The Left Eye, a media project of the nonprofit Swedenborg Foundation, that looks to explore and explain a truly comprehensive theory of life, without taking itself too seriously. Do you have an exploring death story you’d like to share with Lisa? Please leave a comment on the podcast or contact Lisa at Lisa@ExploringDeath.com Links and Resources from this Episode http://www.millionairemedium.com Connect with Curtis Childs https://swedenborg.com/sl/about-offthelefteye/ https://twitter.com/offthelefteye?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/user/offT...
2019-10-0246 minTranscendiotsPilot Episode: Transcendent Beginnings with Cory & ColinLast year, co-hosts Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts and Colin Amato were inspired to create a webcast while in ministry training at the Center for Swedenborgian Studies. Motivated by a curiosity about the religious traditions and spiritual knowledge of others they crossed paths with at the Graduate Theological Union, they decided to turn on a camera and start talking! This interview also available as a video here: https://youtu.be/NyNZew4iiMs
In this pilot episode of the Transcendiots webcast, filmed in spring 2018, Cory and Colin talk about what inspired the name of the show, what they hoped to...
2019-04-1800 minTranscendiotsCreative Artists on Mindfulness, Meditation, & MotivationWhen host Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts visited his hometown in Missouri, he overheard Adriene and Isaac discussing mindfulness and meditation at a local cafe and decided to learn more about their lives and spiritual outlooks. More about the show ↓↓↓
In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast, we talk with a divinely connected couple about how to approach life with creativity and authenticity. Watch and listen as Adriene (a college student and graphic designer/artist) and Isaac (a recent graduate, musician, and animator) discuss how they use the power of mindfulness to ensure their motivations are genuine—and combine that pra...
2019-04-0400 minTranscendiotsScience & Spirituality Q&A with Swedenborgian Scholar Dr. George DoleFilmed at the Fryeburg New Church Assembly Annual Meeting in August 2018. Guest host Roslyn Taylor asks Rev. Dr. George F. Dole about his newest book "The Universe and I: Where Science & Spirituality Meet." This interview also available as a video here: https://youtu.be/paABu3Y_0Rw
In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast, Dr. Dole discusses his theory of consciousness and existence that incorporates spiritual and religious wisdom. Watch and listen as the Swedenborgian scholar explores the ongoing science and spirituality debate.
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2019-03-2100 minTranscendiotsSwedenborgian & Psychologist Dr. Soni Werner on Spiritual Conflict ResolutionHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with Dr. Soni Werner, a retired professor of psychology and professional mediator, about how we can turn conflict into usefulness as we progress and regenerate from the physical world to the spiritual world. This interview also available as a video here: https://youtu.be/cBxsXYgsmkE
In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with Swedenborgian psychologist Dr. Soni Werner about how we can approach conflict resolution as a spiritual practice. Watch and listen as Dr. Werner offers practical guidance on how to resolve conflicts with a loving, heavenly mindset. The conversation...
2019-03-0700 minTranscendiotsSwedenborgian Professor Dr. Rebecca Esterson on Bible Interpretation, God, & Spiritual CommunitiesHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with Dr. Rebecca Esterson, a professor at the Center for Swedenborgian Studies, about traditional Christian interpretations of an angry Old Testament God and a loving New Testament God, and the benefits of reading the Bible as allegory as opposed to reading the Bible literally. Book recommendations and more resources below ↓↓↓↓
In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with Swedenborgian professor Dr. Rebecca Esterson about the history of Christian Bible interpretation and how Emanuel Swedenborg influenced European and American modern ideas about the Bible, spirituality, and the afterlife. Watch and listen as Dr. E...
2019-02-2100 minTranscendiotsSwedenborgian Professor on Spiritual Ecology, the Divine in Nature, and EnvironmentalismCo-hosts Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts and Colin Amato talk with Dr. Devin Zuber, a professor at the Center for Swedenborgian Studies, about how combining science and spirituality has helped and can continue to help us conserve and preserve our earthly environment.
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In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with Swedenborgian professor Dr. Devin Zuber about Swedenborg's influence on Transcendentalism and Romanticism as seen in the work of famous philosophers, conservationists, and artists like Ralph Waldo Emerson, John Muir, George Inness, Johnny Appleseed, and more. Watch and listen as Dr. Zuber de...
2019-02-0700 minTranscendiotsSwedenborgian John Gwynn on Gurdjieff, Esotericism, and Inner WorkHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with John Gwynn, a student of mystical spiritual teachers Emanuel Swedenborg and George Gurdjieff, about how their guiding philosophies on inner spiritual growth helped him work through his own suffering and alcoholism.
In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with Swedenborgian John Gwynn about how he utilized teachings from Gurdjieff's Fourth Way and Swedenborg's Christian mysticism to tap into a deeper consciousness. Watch and listen as John describes how his unique interfaith approach led him on a path to greater eternal transformation and growth, and even helped him read seemingly...
2019-01-2400 minTranscendiotsRev. Junchol Lee on Being Buddhist, Taoist, and SwedenborgianHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with Rev. Junchol Lee, pastor of the historic Swedenborgian Church of San Francisco, about how mystical experiences and an interfaith combination of Buddhism, Taoism, and Swedenborgianism have guided his spiritual journey.
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In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with Swedenborgian pastor Junchol Lee about how the God-less philosophies of Buddhism and Taoism led him to the God-centered aspect of Christianity. Troubled by the ideas of karma and reincarnation that form the basis of Buddhism, he soon turned to Taoism, but quickly realized he was also...
2019-01-1000 minTranscendiotsAaron Eaves on "Dungeons & Dragons," Role Play Gaming, and Spiritual ExperiencesHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with Aaron Eaves, a seminarian of the Unitarian Universalist tradition, about how the storytelling aspects of gaming and religion can help us experience God and grow spiritually.
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In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we talk with seminarian student and artist Aaron Eaves about how the self-expression, role playing, and world building that takes place in storytelling games like "Dungeons & Dragons" is woven together with ministry, religion, and spirituality.
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2018-12-2700 minTranscendiotsGeorge Dole on the Science and Spirituality Debate, Consciousness, and MoreHost Rev. Cory Bradford-Watts talks with Dr. George F. Dole about his newest book "The Universe and I: Where Science & Spirituality Meet." Special guest: Roslyn Taylor. In this episode of the Transcendiots webcast we explore a theory of consciousness and existence that incorporates spiritual and religious wisdom.
Watch online instead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwGmQVY-GgA
Order your copy of "The Universe and I: Where Science & Spirituality Meet" by George F. Dole in paperback or e-book: https://swedenborg.com/product/the-universe-and-i/
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