What happens when a former Satanist who orchestrated 8,000 witches to curse a woman ends up not only finding Christ but becoming her ministry partner? In this powerful episode of Blood and Oil, we witness one of the most extraordinary testimonies of God's redemptive work as Adele and Riaan share their journey from darkness to light.

Adele Vrey, who spent decades in Satanism before encountering Christ during a failed kidnapping attempt of a pastor's son, wrote a book exposing occult practices in South Africa. Years later, Riaan Swiegelaar—then a spokesperson for the South African Satanic Church—was assigned to discredit her. Through a series of divine appointments, Riaan had his own encounter with Jesus and eventually partnered with the very woman he once considered an enemy.

But this conversation goes far beyond their dramatic conversion stories. With refreshing clarity, they dismantle common misconceptions about spiritual warfare, explaining why "the devil has no legal claim on a Christian" and why focusing on Christ's finished work is infinitely more powerful than obsessing over demonic tactics. Their profound insight that "churches without power are misrepresenting the blood of Jesus" challenges comfortable Christianity and calls believers back to authentic, transformative faith.

Perhaps most moving is their revelation about what ultimately breaks the power of darkness: "I knew how to fight and start a war with anyone," Adele shares, "but I had no defense against love." This truth forms the foundation of their ministry approach: invitation to encounter and relationship. As she put it, "pray in your prayer closet, but invite them for dinner."

Ready to experience spiritual warfare from a biblical perspective that emphasizes love over fear? Listen now and discover why Jesus has never looked at you wishing you were someone else.

Riaan and Adele's ministry: deliverance4me.org

@riaan_swiegelaar @adele.vrey

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Blood & Oil Podcast is filmed and recorded by Pastor Jesse LaForce and Zane Wheeler in California, with Terrence Theodore on video call from the East Coast. A variety of guests will join us as we discuss modern events through a biblical lens, so buckle up and enjoy the ride. Thanks to all of our supporters, and Praise God for the opportunity to serve Him in this way. We hope you have enjoyed this episode and pray for blessings upon your day.