Ever felt the unseen realm pulling strings? In Ep. 8 of Spiritual Recon, missionary Travis Burkhalter reveals 15 years of Amazon missions: dreams directing him to hidden villages, a shaman who knew his group's arrival ("two Colombians, two white men"), and animism's grip—from lying spirits and curses to rainbows as evil omens.

From demonic family attacks and God's voice in a near-death injury to indigenous visions of narrow paths to life, we equip you with biblical armor for the fight. Stay God-focused, not fear-driven—intimacy trumps chasing signs.

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Can Christians be demonized? Adam and Diana answer questions about Genesis 6, the Nephilim, and the origin of demons. Discover how giants returned after the Flood, the difference between Satan and demons, and whether Christians can actually have demons.

In this episode of The Spiritual Recon Podcast, Adam and Diana Clay uncover the true origin of demons — tracing their roots back to Genesis 6. Discover why the early church didn’t see demons as fallen angels, what the Nephilim really were, and how understanding this ancient story helps us face spiritual warfare today.

Welcome to a Q&A edition of Spiritual Recon! In this mini-episode, we answer three listener questions about the unseen realm, spiritual warfare, and staying alert without becoming unhealthy.

Questions Answered:

Where does the Bible talk about the unseen realm, and is there an account that opened your eyes at the start of your journey?

Why are Christians in the US and Western cultures less aware of the unseen realm, and why do they struggle believing in the demonic?

How can believers study and remain alert to the schemes of the enemy without becoming so focused on him that it becomes unhealthy? Where is the right balance?

We explore passages like Ephesians 6, the Gospels, and Acts, discussing demonic encounters, spiritual authority, and how to stay Jesus-centered while navigating the unseen realm.

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In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we expose the enemy’s three main schemes: attacking our identity, undermining our authority, and distracting us from our mission. From Genesis to Revelation, Satan has tried to keep God’s people from walking in their true calling as image-bearers of the King.

We’ll talk about how these schemes show up in everyday life, why so many believers struggle with them, and how to stand firm in the authority and purpose Christ has given us. You’ll hear real-life stories of resistance, spiritual breakthroughs, and practical steps for taking back ground that the enemy has tried to steal.

Whether you’re battling lies about who you are, fear that robs your authority, or confusion about your purpose, this episode will help you recognize the enemy’s tactics and hold the line in victory.

Dive into the origins of the spiritual war that has raged since creation in this gripping episode of the Spiritual Recon Podcast. Explore how the battle for humanity’s identity as God’s image bearers began in the unseen realm, with insights drawn from Genesis, Job, and the divine council worldview. Uncover the enemy’s schemes, starting with the serpent’s deception in Eden, and learn how this cosmic conflict shapes the resistance Christians face today. Join us as we decode the biblical narrative and equip believers to stand firm in their God-given purpose. Tune in to understand the stakes of this war and how it all started!

Join us on Spiritual Recon as we share our journey into the unseen realm—from shadowy figures in our home and Santería curses in Fort Worth, Texas, to ministry in Peru, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic. Along the way we’ve encountered witchdoctors, voodoo influences, and spiritual attacks, but also witnessed God’s power to break chains of oppression. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by insights from scholars like Dr. Michael Heiser, we’ve learned to step into our authority in Christ—despite coming from church backgrounds that rarely addressed the unseen. This foundational episode unpacks how these experiences deepened our faith and how you, too, can stand firm in God’s purpose for your life.

In this first episode of the Spiritual Recon Podcast, we lay the foundation for what it means to do spiritual reconnaissance as followers of Jesus. Too often, believers are caught off guard by unseen battles that shape our lives. But Scripture reminds us that we are not wrestling against flesh and blood — and God has already given us the tools to stand firm.

Join us as we unpack the meaning behind “recon,” share real-life stories of spiritual warfare, and explore why understanding the unseen realm is vital for every believer. This conversation will challenge you to see beyond the surface and step into your identity and authority in Christ.

There’s a war in the unseen realm — and it shapes the battles you face every day.

Join Adam and Diana Clay as they expose the enemy’s schemes, share stories from over 20 years of frontline ministry, and equip you to live out your calling as a follower of Jesus.

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