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Swedenborg & Life is a weekly webcast that explores a broad range of spiritual topics in the context of Swedish scientist and seer Emanuel Swedenborg’s experiences of this life and the next.
This audio-only podcast is an adaptation of a video-based show, and there will be times when there are references to the visuals in the original episode. To get the full video experience (absolutely free!) check out our YouTube channel, Off The Left Eye. For more about Emanuel Swedenborg, visit www.swedenborg.com.
This audio-only podcast is an adaptation of a video-based show, and there will be times when there are references to the visuals in the original episode. To get the full video experience (absolutely free!) check out our YouTube channel, Off The Left Eye. For more about Emanuel Swedenborg, visit www.swedenborg.com.
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Why did God need to be born on earth in physical form? Find out the cosmic reasons God’s incarnation as Jesus according to Emanuel Swedenborg.
Could even the existence of hell be a result of God’s mercy? Learn how God lovingly and wisely provides a place in the afterlife for every kind of person.
Did you know that Helen Keller was a Swedenborgian? Curtis talks with Rev. Sage Cole about how Swedenborg’s book affected Keller’s life and legacy.
Religious belief can’t be genuine if it’s forced. In fact, outer pressure to accept certain beliefs interferes with healthy spiritual development.
What does it mean to be created in the “image and likeness of God”? It’s not about any outer shape, but about the priorities in our hearts and minds.
There’s an INNER history to the human race – a history of the collective relationship with God. Find out what Emanuel Swedenborg learned!
Jesus clearly preached the importance of repentance and living a good life, and yet that message is consistently overlooked in favor of a "faith alone" approach. We're joined today by Aaron Abke and James Benefico to talk about how to live the Jesus Way.
Spiritual growth includes cycles of struggles and relief. Learn what the Biblical story of the Israelites wandering in the wilderness can tell us about these ups and downs.
Emanuel Swedenborg witnessed that angels are unbelievably powerful. And he also learned WHY they are powerful, and how that power effects our earthly lives.
Emanuel Swedenborg was a scientist before his spiritual awakening. He continued to use his scientific curiosity as he explored how the afterlife works! For a fun, easy way to support our channel, click the "join" button under any video. You'll get an OTLE badge, custom emojis, and behind-the-scenes posts.
In the book of Revelation, John is told to write letters to seven churches, each containing encouragement, warnings, and a promise. How does that apply to our lives today?
I've been dealing with some things lately and thought I would share. Hope this helps others!
We know that music can strongly affect our feelings. Learn how music can actually create a link between the physical and spiritual worlds!
“The Devil” is a general attitude that can dominate our lives. Find out ways to spot this tendency in order to nip it in the bud!
Curtis and Jonathan talk with Howard Thompson, host of the "Spiritual Shorts" channel, who responds to common criticisms of Emanuel Swedenborg.
Swedenborg spent almost three decades having daily conversations with angels. Find out some amazing things he told us about them! Featured book: “A Swedenborg Perpetual Calendar”A daily book of insights consisting of thought-provoking quotes by Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772). Each month is devoted to a theme, and each day shares an idea that expands upon and refines its month’s topic. For readers who are new to Swedenborg’s teachings, this perpetual calendar provides an opportunity to sample short, digestible excerpts from a wide range of his works. https://swedenborg.com/product/a-swedenborg-perpetual-calendar/
Angels, archangels, cherubs, seraphs, living creatures… The Bible describes an array of spiritual beings. Who or what are they?
Angels in heaven are surrounded by beauty, including amazing gardens. We share four descriptions from Swedenborg’s books about specific heavenly gardens.
Does God really favor a particular group of people? Why does the Bible talk about the Israelites being the “chosen people”? Find out what Swedenborg learned.
Isn’t religion supposed to make us more loving? What happened? We discuss the history of losing the ancient wisdom about how to love the neighbor, and how to get it back.
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