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Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Hosted by Blaze Podcast Network · EN
Angels and demons are real, and the Bible tells us exactly how to approach their existence. This is not about Bigfoot, space aliens, or the Loch Ness Monster. This is about encountering the supernatural. Come along as we search for the truth, hear stories from people with firsthand experience, and win the spiritual war going on around us on this premiere episode of "Strange Encounters."
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Ep 26 | Demonic & Masonic: The Dark Secrets of Washington, DC | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Jan 3100:44:06Tap to summarizeUncover the hidden blueprint behind America's capital city — with roots that tie to the Freemasons and the occult — including the meticulously designed Masonic street layouts that form symbols like the inverted pentagram and deliberate demonic influences woven into the iconic structures of Washington, D.C. Does this history determine the past and future of our country? Hear the answers and the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 25 | AI Christian Music: Gospel or Godforsaken??? | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Jan 1700:40:42Tap to summarizeArtificial intelligence is now being used to create Christian music, and it is topping the streaming charts. Some argue that AI Christian songs can be a tool for spreading the gospel. Some say the computer-created songs are from the devil. Can a song touch your soul if it is sung by something without a soul? Hear the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 24 | Can Houses or Antiques REALLY Be Haunted? | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Jan 1600:52:12Tap to summarizeEric Davis and his wife, Cindy, were initially overjoyed at the chance to purchase the plantation home of their dreams, but that dream quickly became a living nightmare. Eric also inadvertently acquired an antique statue that seemed to bring hell along with it. How were they able to be delivered from the horror that surrounded them? Hear the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 23 | Pagan Holiday?? The Truth About Christmas | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Dec 2000:40:22Tap to summarizeChristmas traditions vary from family to family, but where do these traditions come from? Some claim that Christmas is actually a pagan holiday, like Halloween. Is it really all about the birth of Christ? When was Christ actually born? Can Christians celebrate Santa? Hear the answers and the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 22 | The TRUTH About Hell, Kirk Cameron & Zac Brown | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Dec 1900:41:45Tap to summarizeKirk Cameron is a man of God. He has a long record of making a huge impact for the kingdom. However, he has recently changed his stance on the doctrine of hell. Cameron says he no longer believes in "eternal conscious torment." Are we wrong about hell? Is it eternal, or just temporary? Speaking of hell, Zac Brown has faced backlash for his recent show at the Sphere that seemed to take his fans straight into the depths. Some claim it was a demonic ceremony performed before our eyes. Some say it was just an artistic expression of the pain he experienced in his life. Hear the truth about hell as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Christian's Guide to Halloween | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess | Ep 19
Oct 2500:40:15Tap to summarizeHalloween seems to have transformed from being a fun day for kids to dress up and get candy into an all-out celebration of death, demons, and evil. Why are parents dressing their children up as serial killers? When did torture scenes become part of home decorations? How can Christians navigate this popular pastime? Is there a way to use this "holiday" to advance the kingdom of God? Hear the answers as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." SPONSOR: ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major investment, so it’s really important to do your research. You want to find a school that shares your values. ChristianCollegeGuide.com also lists all the basics, such as acceptance rates, tuition costs, and academic majors and is the definitive guide to Christian higher education—and it’s completely FREE. So if you or someone you know is considering college, go to https://www.ChristianCollegeGuide.com/ to create a free user profile and get started today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 18 | Demons Attack When We Are Weak | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Oct 1800:40:28Tap to summarizeThe Bible says the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking to devour the weak. This is exactly what happened according to former nurse Brian McLendon. While fighting for his life in a hospital bed, on a ventilator due to COVID, Brian's weakened state led to him experiencing multiple spiritual attacks. How do we put on the full armor of God and use the strength of Christ to resist the devil? Hear the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war happening all around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." SPONSOR: ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major investment, so it’s really important to do your research. You want to find a school that shares your values. ChristianCollegeGuide.com also lists all the basics, such as acceptance rates, tuition costs, and academic majors and is the definitive guide to Christian higher education—and it’s completely FREE. So if you or someone you know is considering college, go to https://www.ChristianCollegeGuide.com/ to create a free user profile and get started today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 17 | The Book of Enoch Is NOT Scripture | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Oct 1100:40:25Tap to summarizeThe book of Enoch is not the Holy Bible. It tickles the ears of curious readers, but there are many reasons it was not canonized in the Bible. Where does the book of Enoch go astray? Hear the biblical truth about the book of Enoch, casting out demons, and more, as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 16 | Pagans in the Military, Demons in Dreams | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Oct 400:41:34Tap to summarizeAs the nation moves farther away from God, the U.S. military seems to be as well. Norse paganism, also known as heathenry, is a polytheistic religion focused on the worship of Norse gods like Odin and Thor. The trends we are seeing in the military leave us troubled, and we caution our armed service members to stay away from this false religion. This week we also hear letters from the audience that detail demonic oppression in the form of dreams. How should Christians deal with these attacks? Hear the biblical truth as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep 15 | Why Didn't God Save Charlie Kirk? | Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess
Sep 2000:42:16Tap to summarizeWhy didn't God stop the bullet from striking Charlie Kirk? Why do bad things happen to good people? Where is God when Christians are suffering? When horrible things happen to godly people, God's will can be hard to see and understand. If you look to the Bible, the truth is clear. Hear the biblical truth behind this horrific event and other firsthand accounts from listeners as Rick Burgess uses the power of the Bible to win the spiritual war going on around us on this episode of "Strange Encounters." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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