This is a bonus to the episode, Is Holloween Satan's Birthday Party?

The crew discusses the complex relationship between fear, love, and understanding in the context of faith. They discuss the paradox of fearing God while also feeling safe in His presence, the dangers of misinformation, and the importance of navigating fear with a deeper understanding. The dialogue emphasizes the need for thoughtful reflection and the challenge of addressing misconceptions in conversations about faith and spirituality.

Guests in this episode:

• Dr. Seth Pierce — Find him on Instagram and TikTok ⁠@professorpierce⁠. He also writes on Substack at Infodemonology and hosts the Beast and Bible Podcast.

• Nate Hellman — Connect with him on Instagram and TikTok ⁠@nate.hellman⁠. He co-hosts the The Imperfect Pastor Podcast.

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00:00 Fear and Its Role in Christian Messaging

02:00 Understanding Fear: A Paradoxical Relationship with God

03:23 The Nature of Fear: God vs. the Devil

04:25 The Otherness of God and Its Implications

06:27 The Danger of Simplistic Narratives

08:01 The Importance of Critical Thinking

12:09 Fear and Control: Human Instincts

16:02 The Challenge of Responding to Misinformation

In this conversation, Alex Portillo, Nate Hellman, and Dr. Seth Pierce explore the complex relationship between Halloween and Christianity, delving into the historical context of the Satanic Panic, the evolution of Halloween traditions, and the cultural implications of fear and monsters in Christian narratives. They discuss personal experiences with spiritual warfare, the significance of testimonies, and provide insights on how Christians can engage with Halloween in a thoughtful and informed manner.

Guests in this episode:

• Dr. Seth Pierce — Find him on Instagram and TikTok @professorpierce. He also writes on Substack at Infodemonology and hosts the Beast and Bible Podcast.

• Nate Hellman — Connect with him on Instagram and TikTok @nate.hellman. He co-hosts The Imperfect Pastor Podcast.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

05:32 Is Halloween Satan's Birthday?

14:12 The Role of Testimonies in Shaping Beliefs

23:11 Monsters, Identity, and the Christian Experience

25:49 The Origins of Halloween and Trick-or-Treating

31:22 Cultural Syncretism and Halloween's Evolution

39:46 Are Jack O' Lanterns Demonic Portals?

45:15 The Loaded Question Fallacy

47:36 How Should Christians Engage with Halloween

55:12 Fear and Its Role in Christian Messaging

What does it actually mean to walk in the light? In this episode, Alex unpacks a powerful passage from 1 John 1:5–10 and explores how living in the light goes beyond believing the right things or striving for righteousness. It’s about something far more vulnerable—and freeing.

If you’ve ever wrestled with hidden struggles, questions about confession, or wondered how honesty shapes real Christian community, this teaching will challenge and encourage you.

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Slides: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rqv59erkid32fkj3o1jrz/Walking-in-the-Light.pdf?rlkey=mlfkjpf8ywofpjy5dq81dupuf&st=qr3pkl4i&dl=0