Crystals, evil eyes, dream catchers, and sage are often seen as tools for spiritual protection, but what does Orthodox Christianity actually teach about them? In part 4 of the Occult to Orthodoxy series, we examine the spiritual worldview behind these objects and why true protection isn’t found in talismans or rituals, but in submission to Christ.

In Part 3 of this series, we explore manifestation, the Law of Attraction, affirmations, and prosperity gospel teaching—and explain how they differ from historic Orthodox Christian prayer rooted in surrender to God’s will.

In part 2 of this Occult to Orthodoxy series, we discuss common New Age misconceptions about God: God as the Universe, self-deification, and “all paths lead to God”— and contrast with the biblical and Orthodox Christian understanding of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

In this video, I share how I fell into the occult through subtle New Age spiritual practices, and how God allowed me to see demons to pull me out of it. This is the start of a brand new series, breaking down New Age spirituality concepts and responding with Orthodox Christian perspectives.

Fasting is one of the most powerful and ancient practices of Orthodox Christianity. In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, ER physician Dr. Pete Patitsas joins me to explore how fasting heals not only the body, but the soul. Together, we unpack Orthodox fasting, the Athos diet, trauma healing, addiction, and why fasting is not about control or diet culture, but about restoration, freedom, and deeper dependence on God.

In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, former New Ager and author Abigail E. Myatt shares her journey from spiritual deception to freedom in Christ. Drawn in by New Age practices that promised healing and empowerment, Abigail slowly discovered their destructive fruit and the deep love void beneath them. Her testimony reveals how Jesus Christ—not manifestation, energy, or the universe—brings true healing, identity, and redemption.

What does it mean to become a Saint in the modern world? In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, Orthodox priest Fr. Photios Dumont shares why Orthodox Christians honor Saints, pray for their intercessions, and believe that God continues to work miracles in every generation.

In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, Archpriest Seraphim Holland joins me to clarify what Scripture and the Holy Fathers truly teach about angels—from the nine-rank angelic hierarchy and guardian angels, to spiritual warfare and the dangers of New Age distortions. This conversation brings ancient Christian teaching into modern clarity, reminding us that angels never draw attention to themselves, but lead us always toward Christ.

In this conversation with Fr. Ivan Shandra, we explore how to discern what’s truly from God and what isn’t. We compare the Orthodox understanding of the Holy Spirit with the common charismatic approach, discussing prophecy, spiritual gifts, speaking in tongues, deliverance, and how to avoid spiritual deception.

In this episode, I react to Michael Knowles’ Halloween debate and share what was missing from the conversation: an Orthodox Christian perspective. We explore whether Christians can participate in Halloween, how Orthodoxy views the holiday, what dangers are real (and which are exaggerated), and how families can enjoy the season with discernment, joy, and spiritual clarity.