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  137. Orthodox Christianity & Alternative Medicine: Yoga, Herbology, Meditation & Jiu Jitsu with Dr. Mike 16.09.2026 1ч 38мин

  What does Orthodox Christianity have to say about alternative medicine, yoga, meditation, herbology, acupuncture, psychedelics, and even Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, Michaela Nikolaenko sits down with Dr. Michael Christian Kuhn, Doctor of Health Sciences, functional health and nutrition consultant, founder of Orthodox Health, host of the Orthodox Health Podcast, and author of Orthodoxy and the Medicine of the Future: Rediscovering the Healing Power of Fasting, Prayer, and Holy Tradition*.We explore the complicated intersection of physical health, alternative medicine, natural remedies, spiritual discernment, and Orthodox Christianity.Dr. Mike shares how his journey through alternative health ultimately led him to Orthodoxy, including the influence of Fr. Seraphim Rose and his book Orthodoxy and the Religion of the Future. We discuss the important distinction between using natural approaches to care for the body and participating in practices that may carry an Eastern, New Age, or other spiritual worldview.Can yoga be “baptized” into Christianity? Is meditation always spiritually dangerous, or is the Jesus Prayer fundamentally different from Eastern meditation? What about herbology and acupuncture? Why might psychedelics exist? Can Brazilian Jiu Jitsu be spiritually safe? And how can Orthodox Christians learn to discern the difference?#OrthodoxChristianity #Orthodoxy #AlternativeMedicine----------------------------------------------------Dr. Mike's Website: https://www.orthodoxhealth.com/Dr. Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orthodox_health/----------------------------------------------------Ads:Theos Sisters: https://www.skool.com/beloved-becoming-3448/aboutMasculine Revival: https://masculinerevival.com/Gruns: https://snwbl.io/gruns/MICHAELA11855Papabear Naturals: https://www.thepapabear.com/MICHAELA66996----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-2:05 Intro to Dr Mike2:05-5:50 Fr Seraphim Rose’s Inspo5:50-12:14 Alternative health led him to Orthodoxy12:14-17:22 Can yoga be baptized?17:22-20:29 the Jesus prayer versus eastern yoga and meditation 20:29-26:24 Christ the Eternal Tao 26:24-27:06 Theos Sisters Ad27:06-27:37 Masculine Revival Ad27:37-37:20 All religious traditions lead to Orthodoxy 37:20-39:11 Orthodox views on mental health industry39:11-44:38 An Orthodox economy44:38-54:35 Herbology & the extent it can be baptized54:35-55:06 Gruns Ad55:06-55:35 Papabear Naturals Ad55:35-1:00:19 Some natural remedies 1:00:19-1:07:52 Can acupuncture be baptized?1:07:52-1:13:29 Orthodoxy isn’t black and white1:13:29-1:19:08 Why are psychedelics on earth?1:19:08-1:24:23 Learning to Orthodox fast1:24:23-1:33:27 Is BJJ spiritually safe?1:33:27-1:36:37 How to discern if practices are spiritually safe1:36:37-1:38:02 Find Dr Mike
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  136. Orthodoxy and Therapy | Fr. Timothy Pavlatos on Mental Health, Trauma & Spiritual Warfare 26.08.2026 1ч 26мин

  Can Orthodox Christians go to therapy? Where should we turn when we’re struggling—to a priest, a therapist, or both? And how do we understand trauma, mental health, and spiritual warfare through an Orthodox Christian lens?In this episode, I sit down with Fr. Timothy Pavlatos, an Orthodox priest and counselor with 25+ years of experience integrating psychology, therapy, and Orthodox theology.We discuss trauma, somatic practices, yoga, Carl Jung, mental health diagnoses, addiction, spiritual warfare, and, ultimately, the fullness of healing offered through the life of the Church.If this conversation resonated with you, share it with someone who has been wrestling with these questions.#OrthodoxChristianity #MentalHealth #OrthodoxChurch #Therapy #SpiritualWarfare----------------------------------------------------Find & Support St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church: https://stkatherineaz.org/capital-campaign----------------------------------------------------Resources from Fr. Timothy on the topic:- https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/illuminedheart/orthodox_christian_psychological_therapy/- https://www.byzcath.org/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/70034/article-orthodoxy-and-the-science-of-psychology- https://stmichaeltx.org/orthodox-101/living-orthodoxy-daily/can-orthodox-christians-go-to-therapy/- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5cGEAeIvNQBooks Fr. Timothy Recommended: - Fr. Stephen Muse: When Hearts Become Flame- Fr. Joshua Makoul: Healing Your Wounded Soul: Growing from Pain to Peace.- Father Alexis Trader: Ancient Christian Wisdom and Aaron Beck’s Cognitive Therapy: A Meeting of Minds- Fr. Vasileios Thermos: Thirst for Love and Truth: Encounters of Orthodox Theology and Psychological Science.- Schema-nun Siluana Vlad: God, Where is the Wound?----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-2:39 intro2:39-6:40 Michaela’s background6:40-10:23 Orthodox view on therapy10:23-15:49 Is therapy just a bridge?15:49-21:15 What to tell a priest vs therapist?21:15-29:48 trauma healing approaches29:48-37:40 somatic practices for re-association37:40-42:49 orthodox view on yoga42:49-49:03 Who is therapy for?49:03-51:02 Should Orthodox Christians see Orthodox therapists?51:02-54:03 Fr Timothy’s career journey54:03-59:29 Spiritual warfare in the mind59:29-1:09:43 An Orthodox view on Carl Jung1:09:43-1:15:08 Should we accept mental health diagnoses?1:15:08-1:19:47 addictions programs1:19:47-1:25:32 The fullness of healing in the Orthodox Church1:25:32-1:26:38 Closing
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  135. Our First Dormition Fast & Responding to Internet Orthodox Criticisms 19.08.2026 35мин

  This is our first year participating in the Dormition fast, and it's so amazing the way you learn and grow in the faith just by TRYING to live liturgically -- even if you do it imperfectly.I also realized some of the internet crazies come out during the time of fasts, so I'll be responding to some of the criticisms I got online during this time.Lord have mercy on us!Goarch.org: https://www.goarch.org/-/learn-to-chant-paraklesis#orthodoxchristianwomen #dormitionfast #internetorthodoxy ----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------TIMESTAMPS:00:00-00:38 intro00:38-7:26 The Dormition fast 7:26-12:46 burnout and judging others12:46-15:42 locking in with our friends15:42-19:35 internet controversy 19:35-32:16 angel reaction 32:16-33:00 Closing33:00-34:02 Seeking Theosis Planner 34:02-35:14 Prayer to the Most Holy Theotokos
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  134. Everything You're Afraid to Ask Your Orthodox Priest | Traditions, Marijuana, Prayers for the Dead with Fr. Philip 12.08.2026 1ч 24мин

  Have questions about Orthodox Christianity but don't yet have an Orthodox Priest you can ask?In this episode, I speak with Fr. Philip at St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox Church in Lake Worth, Florida, to answer some of the biggest, and most misunderstood, questions people have about the Orthodox faith. We cover everything from what to expect when visiting an Orthodox church for the first time, why Orthodox Christians pray for the departed, Confession, Holy Water, the Church calendar, to deeper conversations about Native American spiritual traditions, psychedelics, marijuana, and Fr. Philip's own journey to Orthodoxy.Whether you're Orthodox, Protestant, Catholic, exploring Christianity, or simply curious about the ancient Church, I hope this conversation gives you clarity and encourages you to take one step closer to Christ.Find or Support St. Herman of Alaska Church 👉 https://sthermanflorida.org/If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone exploring Orthodox Christianity.#OrthodoxChristianity #OrthodoxChurch #ChurchTour ----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:48 Intro1:48-2:52 St Herman of Alaska History2:52-4:16 How to Greet an Orthodox Priest4:16-9:30 What to Wear to an Orthodox Church9:30-10:57 Entering the Church10:57-12:39 North American Saints12:39-15:40 The 12 Feasts15:40-20:51 Julian vs Gregorian Calendar20:51-22:29 The 12 Feasts Cont'd22:29-26:42 Traditions We Are (and Aren't) Cancelling26:42-28:12 Protestants Remaking the Wheel28:12-30:21 The Welcome Table30:21-36:10 Why Do We Pray for the Departed?36:10-37:12 Places for Prayer37:12-42:30 Holy Confession42:30-45:21 Holy Water & Overcoming Demons45:21-54:54 Native American Spiritual Traditions54:54-1:03:49 Psychedelics1:03:49-1:08:00 Marijuana vs the Eucharist1:08:00-1:20:30 Fr. Philip's Journey to Orthodoxy1:20:30-1:22:33 The Iconostasis1:22:33-1:23:57 Coffee Hour1:23:57-1:24:14 Closing
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  133. Ex-Satanist Explains How Satanism is a Counterfeit of Orthodox Christianity | Erika MacDougall 05.08.2026 1ч 14мин

  If Satanism is a counterfeit of Orthodox Christianity, then doesn't that reveal deep truths to us about the fullness of the Christian faith?In this eye-opening conversation, former Satanist, Erika MacDougall, explains how darkness imitates what is holy, how demons influence art and culture, and how Christ led her from deception into the fullness of the Orthodox faith.Together, we explore the spiritual realities behind Satanism, New Age, light workers and dark workers, yoga, Hindu deities, art and culture, sexuality, abortion, motherhood, and iconography. Erika also shares the remarkable story of how she left Satanism, escaped a toxic spiritual relationship, and found healing in the Orthodox Church.Whether you're exploring Christianity, recovering from the occult, or simply curious about the unseen spiritual battle around us, this conversation offers both discernment and hope.If this conversation encouraged you, consider subscribing for more conversations on Orthodox Christianity, spiritual healing, testimony, and the journey toward Christ.Watch the extended convo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i64Ze9IVn5Y&t=14s#OrthodoxChristianity #Satanism #ExSatanist ----------------------------------------------------Follow Erika: https://www.instagram.com/shireskincare/Shop Shire Skincare: https://shireskincare.com/----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-2:37 intro2:37-8:31 how did she become a satanist8:31-12:47 yoga, Hindu gods and demons 12:47-19:56 opening portals to darkness19:56-22:25 the prodigal children22:25-27:19 the way art can be demonically influenced27:19-30:47 sexual perversion in our culture30:47-40:19 from hating wholesome things to love in motherhood40:19-47:18 what happened when she started reading the bible 47:18-52:32 leaving a toxic relationship with a demon52:32-56:14 iconography saved her life56:14-1:05:21 why the demons want child sacrifice1:05:21-1:10:13 becoming orthodox 1:10:13-1:11:54 why we don’t remove our tattoos1:11:54-1:14:45 closing
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  132. The Hope for our Suffering in Orthodox Christianity | Read the Bible With Me 22.07.2026 44мин

  What is the purpose of suffering in Orthodox Christianity? Why does God allow suffering? Why do good people suffer? Is there actually a purpose for the pain?In this episode, we explore the Orthodox Christian understanding of suffering as one of the primary ways God transforms us into His likeness.We'll read through Scripture together and examine what Christ, the Apostles, and the early Church teach about trials, suffering, healing, and hope. We'll also discuss why modern culture often misunderstands suffering, my thoughts on therapy through an Orthodox lens, and how embracing hardship can actually deepen our communion with God.Whether you're new to Orthodoxy, exploring Christianity, or walking through a difficult season, I hope this conversation encourages you.----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-00:54 intro00:54-3:43 orthodox view on suffering 3:43-6:16 my beef with therapy 6:16-9:18 let’s read scripture together 9:18-12:00 Matthew 5:1-12 The Beatitudes 12:00-13:18 Matthew 16:24 Jesus’ Work: His Passion & Resurrection13:18-15:07 Matthew 26:26 Institution of the Eucharist 15:07-17:45 Matthew 27:46 The Death of Jesus 17:45-20:09 Mark 5:25-29 The Woman with the flow of blood 20:09-23:15 John 9:1-3 The Man Born Blind Sees 23:15-24:56 Acts 5:41 Apostolic Evangelism24:56-26:08 Orthodox Women’s Book Club26:08-29:08 Romans 8:18-24 The Spirit Assists Us Through Suffering 29:08-33:54 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 Sharing Suffering, Sharing Comfort 33:54-35:55 Philippians 1:29 35:55-37:25 James 1:2 The Purpose of Trials37:25-39:05 1 Peter 1:6 Tested for Genuine Faith39:05-41:34 1 Peter 4:12 Prepare for the End by Suffering41:34-42:54 Wounded by Love Book Club42:54-44:28 What’s next
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  131. Hitchhiking to Burning Man... He Found Christ Instead | Landon Scates Testimony 24.06.2026 1ч 19мин

  Backpacking across the country to "find himself," panhandling in Las Vegas, and hitchhiking to Burning Man, Landon Scates never expected he would have found Christ instead.But on the long desert road home, everything changed.In this episode, Landon shares his full testimony from his early departure from God, through dark and disorienting years on the road, to an unexpected encounter with the light of Christ. We also talk honestly about what came after: the born-again-to-charismatic pipeline, the deception he encountered in deliverance ministries, and how he ultimately found rest and true healing in the ancient Orthodox Church.If you've ever wondered whether God can reach someone in the middle of nowhere — literally — this conversation is for you.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!#christiantestimony #hitchhiker #orthodoxchristian----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00–2:05 — Intro2:05–5:59 — Landon's Childhood Faith5:59–8:32 — The Final Step Away from God8:32–10:26 — Living in the World Without God10:26–15:31 — Seeking Meaning and Feeling Stuck15:31–18:55 — Exploring the Occult18:55–19:20 — Membership Ad19:20–30:01 — Backpacking to Find Himself30:01–34:52 — An Unexpected Driver34:52–36:14 — Panhandling in Vegas36:14–40:27 — Hitchhiking to Burning Man40:27–41:02 — Orthodox Icons Corona Ad41:02–45:44 — A Call from Heaven45:44–49:25 — Learning to Follow God49:25–53:07 — Falling into Charismatic Christianity53:07–55:02 — Working Out Our Salvation55:02–58:41 — Getting "Possessed" in Deliverance Ministries58:41–59:42 — True Healing in the Church59:42–1:06:10 — Protestant & Home Church Deceptions1:06:10–1:15:31 — Seeking the True Church1:15:31–1:19:00 — Miracles Are Happening
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  130. I Used to Read Birth Charts and Horoscopes Until I Learned... | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part16) 17.06.2026 29мин

  Before I knew Christ, I read birth charts, taught yoga, and believed my Sun, Moon, and Rising sign were the key to my identity and destiny. In this episode of the Occult to Orthodoxy series, I'm sharing my honest journey from astrology to Orthodox Christianity — the history of astrology, what the Bible and Church Fathers say about it, and why the Magi following a star actually points us AWAY from astrology and toward Christ.We'll cover:✨ Where astrology really came from (ancient Babylon to modern psychology)✨ What Scripture says about astrology and divination✨ Why your natal chart might "feel accurate" — and what's really behind that✨ The Orthodox Christian view on fate, free will, and identity in Christ✨ How God used a star to lead the Magi to Jesus (and what that actually means)This is part 16 of my Occult to Orthodoxy series, where I share my testimony of leaving New Age spirituality for Orthodox Christianity. If you've ever felt tied to your zodiac sign, tarot, or horoscopes — this episode is for you.#astrology #orthodoxchristianity #occulttoorthodoxy #deconstruction #christiantestimony #zodiac #natalchart #fromnewagetojesus #orthodoxy #raisedandredeemed📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 17 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------Primary Orthodox Sources:• Fr. Stephen De Young & Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick, ‘Taught by a Star to Worship the Sun of Righteousness,’ Lord of Spirits Podcast, Ancient Faith Ministries, December 24, 2020. ancientfaith.com/podcasts/lordofspirits/taught_by_a_star• Deacon Seraphim Rohlin & Joshua Sturgill, ‘The Art of Imitating Heaven,’ The Symbolic World Podcast, Episode 431, January 20, 2026. thesymbolicworld.com• Jonathan Pageau, ‘On Astrology,’ The Symbolic World (clip from June 2020 Q&A). • Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, ‘Astrology is Astrolatry.’ goarch.org----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:01 Intro1:01-4:48 Some personal confessions 4:48-7:07 My experience with astrology 7:07-8:08 What is astrology 8:08-10:20 The origins of astrology 10:20-12:05 Hebrew and jewish astrology12:05-14:51 Lord of Spirits Summary: The star and the magi 14:51-19:46 Why astrology is spiritually dangerous19:45-26:49 The Orthodox view on astrology 26:49-28:43 What actually leads to our natural inclinations 28:43-29:12 Orthodox resources on astrology 29:12-29:42 Outro
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  129. How Psychics Know Things... And the SOURCE of Their Info | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 15) 03.06.2026 24мин

  Have you ever visited a psychic medium or watched psychics on TV and wondered how they know the things they know?In Part 15 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series, we're pulling back the curtain on psychic mediums and spirit communication: what they are, what they claim to do, where these practices came from, and what is actually happening in those sessions from an Orthodox Christian perspective.We cover:🕯️ What psychics and mediums actually do (clairvoyance, clairsentience, trance mediumship, channeling, and more)🕯️ The ancient history of necromancy and how it became a living room staple 🕯️ Why psychics are sometimes accurate (and what the Church says about that)🕯️ What Scripture and the Church Fathers say about consulting the dead🕯️ The difference between praying to the Saints and visiting a psychic medium 🕯️ What the Orthodox Church actually offers to grieving people, people seeking life direction, and people hungry for real spiritual connectionWhether you came to psychics out of grief, curiosity, or just thought it was harmless fun -- this episode will give you honest, grounded answers rooted in two thousand years of Church wisdom.#psychicmedium #orthodoxchristianity #psychics #psychicsexposed📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 16 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:29 Intro1:29-4:12 Personal & Show Updates4:12-4:52 Thank you members ❤️4:52-6:19 What is a psychic 6:19-9:08 Why I wanted to be a psychic9:08-10:49 Sylvia Browne Debunked 10:49-12:46 History of Psychics12:45-15:48 Biblical Examples of Psychics15:48-19:58 Orthodox View on Psychics 19:58-21:06 What the the grieving 21:06-22:27 Why Praying to Saints isn’t the same22:27-23:56 How we find life guidance 23:56-24:18 Closing
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  128. You Can't Heal Yourself: Inner Child Work & Finding Wholeness | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 14) 27.05.2026 21мин

  It was the desire to heal my inner childhood trauma that first hooked me into the occult and New Age spirituality.What I didn't know then: the adult self that's supposed to do the reparenting is also broken, and we cannot be our own saviors.In this episode, I break down what inner child work actually is, where it came from (Jung, Bradshaw, IFS, and more), how the New Age spiritualized it into something spiritually dangerous, and what the Orthodox Church offers instead.We also talk about ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), why I think recovery programs can be a real bridge toward God, and what Saint Paisios of Mount Athos had to say about healing wounded hearts... advice that would shock any modern therapist.If you've ever done inner child work, if you grew up in a broken home, or if you're just tired of circling your wounds without getting free, this one is for you.⟶ Missed Episode 13 on Shadow Work? Start there first — these two go together. #innerchildhealing #orthodoxchristianity #newagetoChristian #occulttoorthodoxy #innerchild 📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 15 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:58 Intro1:58-4:11 What is the inner child?4:11-9:11 The history of inner child healing9:11-9:48 Orthodox Icons Corona Ad9:48-11:29 Orthodox Views on Inner Child Therapy11:29-14:27 New Age Inner Child Healing14:27-16:41 ACA & Recovery Models 16:41-21:10 How Our Inner Child Heals in the Church21:10-21:41 Closing
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  127. The Spiritual Dangers of SHADOW WORK No One Tells You | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 13) 20.05.2026 19мин

  What are the spiritual dangers of shadow work? Isn't it just a therapeutic technique of healing your inner traumas? Or is is something darker, like embracing your inner demons?In this episode of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series, I break down:— What shadow work actually is and where it came from— Why Carl Jung's framework is fundamentally incompatible with Orthodox Christian anthropology— What Orthodox Fathers say about Jung's "pseudo-religion"— The key difference between Jungian integration and Orthodox transfiguration— The ancient Church practices that address the very same human need — and go infinitely furtherThe Orthodox Church doesn't offer shadow work. It offers something far greater: not integration, but resurrection.🕊️ As always, please seek guidance from your own spiritual father on everything related to your spiritual life.This is Part 13 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series. New here? Start from Part 1 and work your way through.#ShadowWork #OrthodoxChristianity #CarlJung #OccultToOrthodoxy #NewAge #Theosis #InnerHealing #ShadowSelf #ChristianResponse📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 14 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:34 My background 1:34-3:17 What is shadow work?3:17-5:58 The history of shadow work 5:58-7:24 My experience with shadow work 7:24-8:32 We are called to forget our past 8:32-10:18 Therapy requires discernment 10:18-14:10 Orthodox perspectives on Jungian psychology 14:10-16:07 The passions vs the shadow 16:07-16:45 Orthodox Icons Corona Ad16:45-19:07 True Healing happens in the Church19:07-19:58 Conclusion
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  126. The Twin Flame Deception (And Orthodox Alternative for LOVE) | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 12) 13.05.2026 11мин

  What is the twin flame and soulmate deception? In this episode of the Occult to Orthodoxy series, we are exposing the dark reality behind the New Age concepts of Twin Flames and Soulmates. While the world tells you that searching for your "other half" is the path to spiritual ascension, Orthodox Christianity warns that this pursuit often leads to idolatry, trauma bonding, and the destruction of the soul.If you’ve watched the Escaping Twin Flames documentary or feel trapped in a "tumultuous" spiritual connection, this video is for you. Learn the difference between a "fiery" counterfeit and the sacrificial, healing love found in the Sacrament of Marriage.In this video, we cover:✅ The pagan origins of the Twin Flame and soulmate myths ✅ Why Orthodoxy teaches your soul is ALREADY whole and unique✅ How "Mirror Souls" are often used to justify unhealthy relationships✅ The Orthodox view of Marriage as a "Crown of Sacrifice" and martyrdom"If you are chasing a 'flame' that is burning down your life, it’s time to let it go—and find the Light that never fades."#TwinFlame #NewAge #OrthodoxChristianity #Soulmate #SpiritualDelusion #OccultToOrthodoxy #ChristianTestimony #TwinFlameTrap #Orthodoxy #SpiritualWarfare📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 13 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:08 Intro1:08-3:22 What is a twin flame?3:22-4:24 Where did soulmates originate?4:24-6:54 Orthodox objections to twin flame 6:54-8:15 My twin flame testimony 8:15-9:50 The Orthodox View on Marriage9:50-10:27 Orthodox Icons Corona Ad10:27-11:21 Conclusion
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  125. Orthodox Christian on Past Lives & Reincarnation | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 11) 29.04.2026 12мин

  What is an Orthodox Christian view on past lives? In this episode, we discuss:💡 The ancient origins of reincarnation (India, Greece, and beyond)💡 How these beliefs made their way into modern New Age spirituality💡 My personal testimony of believing I was a witch and temple prostitute in past lives💡 The Orthodox concept of prelest (spiritual delusion) and how demons distort identity💡 Why reincarnation contradicts the Gospel and the Cross of Christ💡 What actually happens after death according to the Orthodox Church💡 How to renounce false identities and discover who God truly created you to beThis isn’t just theology—it’s about your identity, your soul, and your eternity.Scripture Highlight:📖 “It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment.” — Hebrews 9:27If you’re coming out of New Age, occult practices, or questioning reincarnation… this video is for you.📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 12 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!#pastlives #reincarnation #orthodoxchristian----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:17 Intro1:17- 4:20 The Roots of Reincarnation 4:20-5:51 When I Believed in Past Lives 5:51-8:23 Spiritual Dangers of Believing in Reincarnation8:23-10:00 What Happens When We Die10:00-12:20 Break Free From Demonic Identities 12:20-12:50 What’s Next
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  124. The Occult Third Eye vs Orthodox Nous | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 10) 22.04.2026 17мин

  What is the difference between the occult third eye and Orthodox Christian nous?In this episode of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series, we explore the darker truth behind third eye awakening, pineal gland activation, and New Age spirituality—contrasting it with the authentic teaching of the Orthodox Christian Church on the nous, the true “eye of the soul.”Drawing from personal experience in the occult, Scripture, and the wisdom of the Church Fathers, this episode exposes how modern spiritual practices—like chakra work, kundalini awakening, meditation techniques, and psychedelics—can open doors not to divine enlightenment, but to spiritual deception.You’ll learn:🙏 What “third eye awakening” actually is (and how it’s practiced)🙏 The historical roots of the third eye across Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Theosophy🙏 How the enemy counterfeits true spirituality🙏 What the Orthodox Church teaches about the nous and spiritual sight🙏 How to discern between true gifts of God and spiritual delusion (prelest)🙏 What to do if you’ve participated in occult practices or feel spiritually oppressed🙏 The real path to healing, peace, and union with Christ📖 Key Scripture:Matthew 5:8 — “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”Ephesians 1:18 — “The eyes of your heart may be enlightened…”📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 11 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!#orthodoxchristian #thirdeye #nous----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-3:34 Intro3:34-5:52 What is the New Age Third Eye5:52-7:12 When my third eye opened 7:12-9:21 History of the Third Eye9:21-11:02 The Nous, or Eye of the Soul11:02-12:23 Visions from God or Demons?12:23-12:55 Sealed in the Church12:55-14:55 How to close your third eye 14:55-15:56 True spiritual gifts 15:55-17:01 Closing
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  123. New Age vs Orthodox Christian Meditation | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 9) 08.04.2026 12мин

  What is the difference between secular, New Age, and Orthodox Christian meditation?Each method claims it will provide us with peace, clarity, and presence, but can each one fully deliver?New Age meditation tell us to empty our minds to find peace. But Scripture doesn't say that. In fact, the Bible and the Orthodox Tradition teach us to KEEP GUARD OF OUR MINDS so that evil things don't enter and FILL OUR MINDS with Christ so worse things don't return.In this episode we discuss:• If secular meditation is good for us• The Hindu and Buddhist origins of many modern meditation practices• Why practices like emptying the mind, visualization, “white light,” spirit guides, and third eye meditation can be spiritually dangerous• What the Orthodox Church teaches about spiritual delusion (prelest)• Why an “empty mind” is not spiritually neutral• The Orthodox Christian practice of nepsis — watchfulness over thoughts• How to meditate on Scripture in a truly Christian way• Lectio divina and prayerful reading of the Bible• The Jesus Prayer and Hesychasm• Theosis vs. self-dissolution: the true goal of Orthodox Christian meditationIf you have been searching for peace, stillness, or a deeper spiritual life, I pray this episode helps you understand the difference between New Age meditation and Orthodox Christian meditation.“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10WATCH NEXT:• Episode 8: Yoga and Orthodox Christianity • Episode 7: Chakras and Orthodox Christianity• Next Episode: Third Eye Awakening and the Orthodox Christian PerspectiveIf this video helped you, please like, subscribe, and share so more people searching for Orthodox Christian meditation can find the truth of Christ.#OrthodoxChristianMeditation #ChristianMeditation #OrthodoxChristianity #NewAge #OccultToOrthodoxy #JesusPrayer #Hesychasm #Meditation #Christianity #Orthodox✅ Subscribe for Part 10 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:16 Intro1:16-2:09 Secular meditation 2:09-4:18 The Roots of New Age Meditation4:18-5:42 Dangers of an Empty Mind (REEL)5:42-10:46 Orthodox Meditation 10:46-12:11 Final Comparisons
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  122. Can Orthodox Christians do Yoga | The Spiritual Dangers | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 8) 01.04.2026 27мин

  Can Orthodox Christians do yoga? While yoga is often the spiritual gateway into the new age and Hinduism, most Christian content about it is either surface-level or sensational.In Episode 8 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series, we examine yoga from what it actually is at its root, to what the poses depict, to how it was deliberately repackaged for the Western world, to spiritually neutral alternatives, to what the Orthodox Church teaches about the ascetic life in contrast.Resources mentioned:👉 Hidden Fire: Orthodox Perspectives on Yoga by Joseph Magnus Frangipanihttps://anothercity.org/hidden-fire-orthodox-perspectives-on-yoga/👉 You Are Mine by Sister Anastasia 👉 Orthodoxy and the Religion of the Future by Fr. Seraphim RoseAll my favorite books linked in my Amazon Storefront 👉https://www.amazon.com/shop/michaelanikolaenko/list/B24Q2F9DDE8Z?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d#orthodoxchristian #yoga #newagetojesus📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 9 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:43 Intro1:43-5:29 My background with yoga5:29-7:29 What is yoga 7:29-11:18 Why yoga is spiritually dangerous 11:18-15:04 How yoga got to the West 15:04-15:29 Orthodox Icons Corona Ad15:29-19:39 Is it all about intention?19:39-21:51 Is “Christian yoga” okay?21:51-24:25 Alternatives to physical yoga 24:25-25:56 The Orthodox ascetic alternate25:56-27:16 What to do next!
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  121. Is Chakra Healing Dangerous? (Reiki, Kundalini, Breathwork) | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 7) 25.03.2026 19мин

  Is chakra healing dangerous? What does the Orthodox Church teach about Reiki, kundalini yoga, sound healing, and breathwork ceremonies—and why do these practices feel so real?In this episode of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series, we go deep on the chakra system, the spiritual framework that underlies almost every energy healing practice in the New Age world, and an Orthodox Christian understanding of the human body and soul in contrast.In this episode:🫡 What the chakra system actually is, where it comes from, and what it claims about human nature, the divine, and the path to salvation🫡 Reiki, kundalini yoga, sound healing, breathwork, acupuncture — what each practice does and why it's spiritually significant🫡 Why these experiences feel so real, and what the Church Fathers warn about them🫡 Trauma, the body, and what Orthodoxy genuinely offers for healing — including Confession, Holy Unction, and the EucharistThis is Part 7 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series. If you found this helpful, please share it with someone else who may need to hear it.#orthodoxchristian #newage #chakras #reiki #kundalini #energyhealing #spiritualdiscernment #occulttoorthodoxy #raisedandredeemed📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 8 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:48 Intro 1:48-4:17 What is the Chakra System4:17-5:50 Orthodox view of body and soul in contrast 5:50-7:28 Reiki 7:28-9:47 Kundalini Yoga9:47-10:54 Breath work10:54-11:54 Sound Healing 11:54-12:21 Acupuncture 12:21-14:00 Demonic Imitation vs Grace14:00-17:29 Healing in Orthodoxy 17:29-18:08 My experience 18:08-19:04 Conclusion19:04-19:32 What’s Next
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  120. Numerology & Angel Numbers EXPOSED (11:11, 222, 444) | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 6) 18.03.2026 6мин

  Millions of people believe repeating numbers like 111, 222, 444, 777, and 11:11 are messages from angels or the universe.But is this actually how God communicates?In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, we break down the truth about numerology and angel numbers from the perspective of Orthodox Christianity, Scripture, and the teachings of the Church Fathers.If you’re leaving the New Age, questioning practices like manifestation, tarot, astrology, or angel numbers, this episode will help you understand:• What numerology really is• Where angel numbers actually come from• Why repeating numbers feel so meaningful• What the Bible says about divination and omens• Whether God ever speaks through numbers• How Orthodox Christians discern God's guidanceIf you’ve ever wondered about the meaning of 11:11, 111, 222, or 444, this episode will help you see why the Christian faith does not rely on numerology — and where true spiritual guidance is found.📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 7 of the Occult to Orthodoxy Series✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!#angelnumbers #newagetochristian #orthodoxchristian----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-1:16 Intro1:16-2:53 Numerology explained2:53-3:31 Angel numbers explained3:31-4:28 Numbers in the Bible4:28-5:12 The danger of angel numbers5:12-6:06 How God guides His people6:06-6:51 What's Next
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  119. Tarot, Oracle, and Angel Cards | Occult to Orthodoxy Series (Part 5) 11.03.2026 9мин

  Tarot cards, oracle cards, and even “angel cards” are often presented as harmless tools for guidance, self-reflection, or connecting with the spiritual realm. But what does Orthodox Christianity actually teach about them?In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, Michaela Nikolaenko shares her personal experience using tarot and oracle cards during her years in the New Age—and explains why the Orthodox Church warns that these practices open the door to spiritual deception.Drawing from Scripture, Orthodox Tradition, and the teachings of the Holy Fathers, this episode explores why divination is forbidden, how spirits can manipulate these practices, and why seeking hidden knowledge outside of God leads us away from true spiritual life.If you’ve ever used tarot, oracle cards, or angel cards—or know someone who does—this conversation will help you understand the Orthodox Christian perspective on divination, spiritual warfare, and repentance.Most importantly, there is hope: through repentance, prayer, and the sacramental life of the Church, Christ restores what the occult tries to counterfeit.If you’re exploring the difference between New Age spirituality and Orthodox Christianity, this series is for you.📌 If this resonates, please:✅ Subscribe for Part 6✅ Share this with someone who’s spiritually searching✅ Leave a comment with topics you want me to address✅ Join my membership for specific inquiries and response videos🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you find this helpful!#tarotcards #divination #orthodoxchristian----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-00:59 Intro00:59-2:26 What are tarot cards?2:26-3:17 Why do people use tarot cards?3:17-5:25 Why God forbids divination 5:25-6:34 Tarot leads the soul away from salvation 6:34-7:47 What to do if you’ve used tarot cards?7:47-8:33 Orthodox Christian way to connect with God and the spirit realm 8:33-9:15 What’s next!
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  118. A Priest's Wife on Conversion, Homeschooling, & Biblical Femininity | Ascetic Life of Motherhood | Khouria Destinie Winn 04.03.2026 1ч 26мин

  What does the life of a priest's wife actually look like? What made Destinie want to become an Orthodox Christian? In this special episode, I sit down with Khouria Destinie Winn, wife of Fr. David Winn, mother of four, and creator of Ascetic Life of Motherhood, to talk about her journey of becoming Orthodox, homeschooling, marriage, biblical femininity, veiling, Lent, and what it truly means to be a woman in the Orthodox Church.We discuss:• What it’s really like being a Khouria• How to structure a homeschooling day as an Orthodox family• The homeschool curriculums Khouria recommends• Whether the Church suppresses or honors women• Cultural feminism vs. Godly femininity• Veiling—tradition or timeless?• How Orthodox families prepare for Lent (beyond just food fasting)This conversation is deeply practical, honest, and rooted in the life of the Church.📚 Homeschool Curriculums Mentioned• Charlotte Mason philosophy• The Good and the Beautiful• Beautiful Feet Books• Treehouse Schoolhouse• Orthodox liturgical living resources from Ascetic Life of Motherhood🌿 Connect with Khouria DestinieRead her blog and access Orthodox motherhood resources at Ascetic Life of Motherhood (https://www.asceticlifeofmotherhood.com).She also shares regularly on the Patristic Nectar Publications Family Channel  @PatristicNectarFamily  If you’re a mother, homeschooler, catechumen, or simply wondering what your place is as a woman in the Orthodox Church, this episode is for you.🕊️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and share with another Orthodox mama.#priestswife #orthodoxchristian #homeschool----------------------------------------------------🌐 Explore More:ALL LINKS → https://beacons.ai/michaelanikolaenkoWebsite → www.michaelanikolaenko.com 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn2x_6If3KUo5d9aA_7ALLw📲 Follow Along on Socials:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/michaelanikolaenko/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelanikolaenkoFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/michaelanikolaenko----------------------------------------------------⏳ TIMESTAMPS:00:00-2:56 Intro of Khouria2:56-26:57 How she became Orthodox26:57-27:22 Thank you members ad27:22-31:26 Did she want to be a priests wife?31:26-37:30 What is expected of a priest’s wife?37:30-41:36 How to handle marital conflict41:36-42:18 YAC Retreat ad 42:18-52:21 Day-in-the life of a homeschool mom52:21-1:04:20 Homeschool curriculum1:04:20-1:09:20 Time management as a content creator homeschool mom1:09:20-1:09:45 Orthodox Icons Corona ad1:09:45-1:11:24 Ascetic Life of Motherhood resources1:11:24-1:19:24 Godly femininity 1:19:24-1:24:44 Preparing for Great Lent 1:24:44-1:26:17 What’s next on the channel