The Black Swan Rising Podcast

17) Worthless Mysteries And True Power


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A wave of spectacle is coming—signs that stun crowds, wonders that feel unstoppable, and a culture eager to trade discernment for awe. We set the table with Enoch’s phrase “worthless mysteries” and track how counterfeit power has shadowed history from Pharaoh’s priests to medieval alchemists and today’s occult curiosity. The thread is consistent: power that compels creation and manipulates people always extracts a hidden price, while power that comes from Christ restores, frees, and points beyond the moment to the Maker.

We take a hard look at the difference between technique and authority. Forced outcomes—whether through engines, sleight of hand, or darker rites—can imitate the real for a while. But when fire falls in answer to the living God, the imitation fails. That contrast matters as we anticipate a future where the antichrist and the beast leverage spiritual deception and headline-grabbing signs. Our response is not fear but formation: prayer and fasting as alignment with God, scripture-soaked minds, and a practiced refusal to be hypnotized by showmanship.

Along the way, we talk about why some battles resist easy answers, why even the apostles had moments that required deeper faith, and how the “people of understanding” can do great exploits without becoming performers. We also address the allure of quantum-sounding explanations and the risk of turning curiosity into a door for counterfeits. The compass remains simple: does this power serve love, truth, and freedom, or does it demand secrecy, sacrifice, and control?

Lean in for a candid, faith-forward guide to recognizing counterfeits and seeking the kind of power that creation willingly obeys. If this conversation steadied your resolve, share it with someone who needs courage today, and subscribe so you never miss what’s next. Your review helps more seekers find the show—what stood out most to you?

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