Welcome back to Take Me to Church, where we explore spirituality beyond traditional boundaries. This episode dives into the timeless human struggle between truth and deception, drawing from the biblical story of Cain and Abel in Genesis. Through this foundational narrative, we examine themes of morality, inherited flaws, and the choices that define us.
But the discussion doesn’t stop there. We also reflect on the broader pressures shaping our world today—the difficulty of speaking authentically in a society that often silences bold voices. Drawing wisdom from Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations, we explore Stoic principles of duty, resilience, and personal fulfillment, showing how ancient philosophy intersects with spiritual thought. The episode concludes with the St. Michael prayer, offering protection and strength in times of uncertainty.
With Take Me to Church, there are no restrictions—just open exploration of faith, philosophy, and the human experience. If you’re ready to question assumptions and engage with sacred texts in a new way, join me for this thought-provoking episode.
References - In order as shown during the show.
Aurelius, M. (2019). Meditations (pp. 35–36). Penguin. (Original work published 180 C.E.)
King James Bible (Red Letter Edition). (1988). (Ser. Riverside 200). Riverside Book & Bible House.
Resources - In order as referenced during the show
Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Bleeping Demo by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7012-bleeping-demo
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-preview
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Dream Culture by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3675-dream-culture
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Eastern Thought by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3692-eastern-thought
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Ether Vox by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7014-ether-vox
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3860-healing
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Peace of Mind by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4199-peace-of-mind
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Kalimba Relaxation Music by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5711-kalimba-relaxation-music
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Emotional Piano by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5711-emotional-piano-music
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-preview
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Bathed in the Light by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3425-bathed-in-the-light
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Atlantean Twilight by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3390-atlantean-twilight
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Music for Manatees by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4102-music-for-manatees
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Deliberate Thought by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3635-deliberate-thought
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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