In this episode, Father Timothy Pavlatos shares his journey from Orthodox upbringing and academic pursuits in theology and psychology to his deep engagement with spiritual warfare, humility, and mental health. Our conversation explores the “Silent War”—the spiritual battle within the mind, the role of demons versus trauma, and how humility and prayer are essential in overcoming mental and spiritual struggles. We discuss the book “Saint Silouan the Athonite," touching on topics like fighting the evil within our hearts and not outside in the world, the withdrawal of grace from God, why it feels as though we are abandoned by God—how Adam must have felt in the Garden of Eden—and keeping thy mind in hell and despair not. We also discuss the profound opportunity suffering offers us to be sanctified for our salvation.

Father Timothy Pavlatos is the pastor of St. Katherine Orthodox Church in Chandler, Arizona.

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In this episode of the Let’s be friends podcast, we are joined by Anthony Westage. Anthony is the host of the Reversion Podcast and Substack, where he writes about current events, theology concerned with the end of the world, human history, and the final destiny of souls—a place where you can "reclaim your mind in the age of distraction."

Join Anthony and me as we discuss the hidden connections between the Protestant Reformation, Kabbalah, and the spiritual evolution of Protestant Christianity. Discover how esoteric beliefs have influenced modern Christianity by weaving their way in through the Protestant Reformation. Explore the deep ties between spirituality, technology, and esoteric traditions, including Kabbalah, the occult, and their influence on modern society and religion. This conversation delves into the history, symbolism, and spiritual implications of these themes, offering a unique perspective on the current spiritual and technological landscape.

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Join Michaela Nikolaenko and me as we discuss how our view on spiritual warfare has changed. Michaela and I have a similar path; we are both ex-occultists and ex-Protestants and now newly Orthodox Christians. During our journey into the Orthodox faith, we both fell victim to misconceptions about spiritual warfare.

As occultists, we both encountered demons. Not realizing what they truly were yet, we were tricked into believing they were our spiritual "friends," trying to utilize them on our path to healing. Once Christ came into our lives, like many new Christians, we fell into not only Protestantism but also charismatic teaching. This experience gave us a whole other deceptive view on what we initially believed spiritual warfare was. By God’s grace, we both came to understand that what we had been taught about demons and spiritual warfare was not the truth, and we entered the Orthodox Church—the true church. Once there, we realized the true nature of spiritual warfare and that picking up your cross and following Christ meant an ongoing battle, but not with the eternal demons like we once believed—it was warfare within. A lifelong battle not just with demons, but against our passions and sin.

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Main Topics:

• The reality of demons and demonic shapeshifting in spiritual warfare
• The false origins of UFOs and alien encounters as demonic deceptions
• The importance of spiritual fathers, holy traditions, and the Orthodox approach to salvation
• The spiritual significance of suffering, passions, and humility in our spiritual journey
• How to test and discern spiritual experiences through Orthodox spiritual practices
• The false promise of sinless perfection and the reality of ongoing spiritual struggle
• The difference between subjective and objective grace in Orthodox spirituality
• The coming false alien invasion and the spiritual deception of the end times

Join Father Seraphim Holland as he shares his journey from grief to grace following the loss of his son, Daniel. Discover how prayer, fasting, and divine signs transformed his suffering into a profound spiritual awakening. This episode delves into the power of intercession, the significance of the 40 days after death, and the importance of fasting and how to fast as an Orthodox Christian.

The episode breaks down the spiritual importance of fasting, prostrations, and obedience—keys to spiritual strength amid life's chaos. From the lessons in Eden about desire and disobedience to modern struggles with addiction and pride, Father Seraphim offers practical advice rooted in the ancient teachings of the Church Fathers. You’ll learn why obedience, humility, and consistent prayer are essential for healing and why the saints are still alive, here to help.

Perfect for anyone facing grief, doubt, or the temptations of modern life and its passions. If you've ever wondered whether your loved ones are truly gone or how to find meaning in suffering, this conversation provides hope, insight, and a reminder: death is not the end—it's a doorway into eternity.

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Welcome back to the Let's be friends podcast, with us today is returning guest and friend Buck Johnson.

In this episode Buck and I dive into the mysteries and revelations we are currently facing today. In our convesratioin we discuss the profound book "Orthodoxy and the Religion of the Future" by Fathe Serpahim Rose. We also explore the hot topic of UFOs, the controversial Epstein files, and the intricate web of conspiracies laid, meant to trap us and lead us astry. We also unravel the facade of fake Christianity and delve into the profound insights of Father Seraphim Rose, whose teachings illuminate the path to true spiritual awakening. Buck Johnson shares his transformative journey from atheism to Orthodoxy, offering a unique perspective on the spiritual warfare that shapes our world today. Prepare for an eye-opening discussion that will leave you questioning the very fabric of our existence.

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I didn't grow up a Christian; in fact, I never even believed Jesus was real until 5 years ago, when I had a radical encounter with Jesus while I was knee-deep in the occult, working as a psychic medium.

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I always believed in God; I just didn't know who he was, so I went searching in the psychedelic realm for him. I didn't like what I thought Christianity was, and since I didn't believe in Jesus, I automatically thought the Bible and Christians were fake too.

Most of my life I dealt with mental instability, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, and panic attacks. When I was 29 years old, I was misdiagnosed as bipolar. I tried everything to heal myself. It wasn't until I started following Christ that I started to actually change. 

I found out after 8 years of being told I was bipolar I'd been misdiagnosed...I was on 20 pills a day at that time. I got off pills during 2020, when the world was experiencing the insanity of COVID-19. As I got off pills, my mind came back alive, and I started questioning reality for the first time in almost a decade. But soon after I fell deeper into the occult. Until 2021, when I had my experience with Christ. This made my worst fear come true—I became a Christian. 

Something didn't sit right with me as a new Christian; there were so many denominations all believing something different. I'd been deceived so many times before I was scared I would be again, so I started questioning Christianity. All my questioning led me to the true church, the Orthodox church, where real healing begins.

Join me as I share my story of not only why I became a Christian but also why I was baptized this past summer as an Orthodox Christian.

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Welcome back to the Let's be friends podcast. Back on the show, Father Peter Heers is here for part 2 of our chat about baptism. 

You may know Father Peter Heers from his popular online and YouTube account, Orthodox Ethos. Father Peter is a priest of the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of the United States of America and assistant priest of the Holy Protection of the Mother of God Orthodox Church in Houston, TX. He is also the founder of Uncut Mountain Press.

In this episode we discuss the unvarnished truth about Orthodox baptism and the overused practice of economia—what the church fathers truly teach and why modern departures threaten our salvation. When does a deviation undermine the very mysteries of the faith? And how does the historical patristic consensus challenge today's widespread laxity?

In this compelling episode, Father Peter Heers unpacks the vital distinction between legitimate economia and dangerous innovations that distort the sacred mysteries. You’ll learn how saints like Saint Basil and Canon 47 of St. Basil of the Council of Trullo uphold the necessity of proper reception for converts and how recent shortcuts risk undermining the divine grace bestowed through authentic sacraments. We break down the crucial criteria set by the church to distinguish temporary pastoral exceptions from systemic errors, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness to the Fathers' teachings.

In the episode, we discuss Father Peter’s book, The Reception of the Heterodox into the Orthodox Church, which offers clarity on complex issues such as improper reception, rebaptism, and the dangerous shift from canonical practice to ecumenical compromise. You’ll discover why the practice of pouring water instead of immersion is not only heretical but also spiritually perilous, and how saints and councils historically handled such deviations.

Join us to understand how the loss of proper baptism and adherence to the church’s tradition risks opening the door to spiritual danger, including the influence of heresies and the rise of anti-Christian forces. Equip yourself with the knowledge to defend the divine mysteries with confidence, and help restore the sacred posture of the church in our tumultuous times.

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Welcome back to the Let's be friends podcast. With us today is Father Peter Heers. 

You may know Father Peter Heers from his popular online and YouTube account, Orthodox Ethos. Father Peter is a priest of the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of the United States of America and assistant priest of the Holy Protection of the Mother of God Orthodox Church in Houston, TX. He is also the founder of Uncut Mountain Press. 

In this episode he unpacks why the ancient Church insisted on baptism, chrismation, and communion happening together—and what’s at stake when modern churches split these sacraments apart. You’ll discover how the divine energies and the patristic consensus affirm that initiation into Christ can only be fully realized within the Orthodox faith. His insights draw from centuries of tradition, ecumenical councils, and the unbroken apostolic link that defines true Christian unity.

We break down the theological error of Protestant "baptism alone" and explore the dangerous drift caused by Western schisms, especially the Great Schism of 1054 and the Papacy’s unilateral authority. Father Peter discusses the heresies that led to Christ’s Church fracturing, the influence of the filioque, and how ecumenism is paving a way toward a false global unity—one that risks aligning with the Antichrist’s heretical deception.

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Welcome back to the Let’s be friends podcast with us today is Father Paul Truebenbach. Father Paul is the presiding priest of St. Peter and Paul’s Orthodox Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. You may know Father Paul from his popular YouTube channel, where he discusses life-changing Orthodox books, the lives of the Saints, and shares his 15 part Catechism series. 

In our episode today we discuss "the good struggle." Struggle is an essential part of the true Christian life. If we truly are to pick up our cross and follow Christ, we should expect trials and tribulations—the hard part? Being able to count them all as joy.

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Father Paul Truebenbach shares his journey to Orthodoxy, the significance of suffering, and the role of demons in spiritual warfare. He emphasizes the importance of struggle in faith, the necessity of humility, and the transformative power of grace. Through personal testimonies and insights, the discussion explores the depth of Orthodox Christianity and the call to experience God beyond mere intellectual understanding. 

In this enlightening conversation, Fr. Paul Truebenbach and Kara Mosher explore the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and the Orthodox faith. They discuss how to transform personal struggles, such as anxiety and depression, into opportunities for prayer and compassion. The conversation delves into the complexities of the human person, the importance of humility and obedience, and the dangers of over-medication in modern society. 

They also touch on the role of psychedelics in spiritual experiences, emphasizing the need for discernment and the ultimate pursuit of a relationship with Christ.

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Welcome back to the Let's Be Friends podcast!  With us today is guest Father Turbo Qualls.

The allure of the occult has fascinated humankind for centuries, promising secret knowledge, power and healing. However, practicing the occult and New Age can lead to major psychological distress and spiritual turmoil. Join Father Turbo and me in a deep conversation about psychological/spiritual healing from an Orthodox perspective.

Father Turbo is an Orthodox priest and the rector at St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church in Kansas City, Missouri. He is a host of the Royal Path Podcast, an iconographer, and spiritual director for both the Convent of the Mother of God Seeker of the Lost, which is an urban monastic community, and the Mount Tabor School of Liberal Arts, which provides classical education that is rooted in Orthodox tradition. 

In our conversation Father Turbo and I also discuss how Gnosticism not only found its way into popular culture but also into the Protestant church and why we believe the Orthodox church is the only path that leads to full healing—the narrow path that Jesus Christ laid out. Father Turbo also dispels the Millennial Kingdom Heresy, also known as Chiliasm. We discuss the Christian/Antichrist Hegelian dialectic, the dangers of the rabbit hole, mind programming and occultists, why trusting the plan is a trap, and why we need to die to this world instead of hoping for a solution to fiscal problems that will never come.

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