The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time
Do you believe demons are real? We outline their attacks that separate us from God. Don’t be afraid if you already have Christ at the center of your life. SUBSCRIBE NOW!!! Welcome to our podcast “The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time” Your hosts Ian Faith and Galen Balinski in each episode will dissect C.S. Lewis’ 31 letters and illuminate the challenge that the devil and his minions play in our world today to separate us from God, so we can expose them, reject them, and put Jesus at the center of our lives. Subscribe and join us and our guests on this journey. https://www.screwtapeletterspodcast.com Podcast management by www.globalcreativegroup.com REVIEWS & Ratings Listeners are raving about "The Screwtape Letters: Confronting Evil in Our Time" Christian podcast that has already eclipsed 300k downloads! Here's what they love: "Great Job, Thumbs Up!" With a 4.6 out of 5 rating on Apple Podcasts and recognition as a 3X RUMBLE Editor's Pick, this podcast is clearly resonating with its audience, offering a perfect blend of theological depth and practical application for those seeking to confront evil in our time and find Jesus. "Well done, gentlemen - well done!" The hosts' insightful commentary and engaging discussions have captivated audiences worldwide on Google/YouTube. Listeners praise the podcast's ability to make C.S. Lewis's complex work accessible and relevant to modern life. "I've been enjoying the podcast series from here in the UK... wished I had read the book 30 years ago!" The show's global appeal is evident, with high rankings in multiple countries, including Australia, #7 Ireland, and South Africa. "Thank you for doing this! It is awesomely well done from content to production value." Fans appreciate the high-quality production and the hosts' expertise in unpacking Lewis's themes. "Evil will not stop itself. I'll tuck this into my prayer life." Many find the podcast thought-provoking and spiritually enriching, helping them apply Lewis's insights to their daily lives and current events.
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“Letter 23 is so powerful.” Ian and Galen, hosts of the Screwtape Letters Podcast: Confronting Evil in Our Time, explore the biblical "Easter eggs" implanted by C.S. Lewis in each letter of his classic work. Ian notes this particular letter was omitted from popular abridged audio versions. They discuss how this omission could be tied to its strong Christian messaging a...
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In this episode of the Screwtape Letters Podcast, the hosts revisit C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters with a focus on uncovering biblical “Easter eggs” and practical theology relevant to confronting evil in modern times. They emphasize that understanding scripture and discussing its meaning is not just for scholars or pastors, but for everyone. The hosts encourage lis...
In this special podcast episode, William O’Flaherty joins Ian to discuss his new book, The Screwtape Letters Handbook. O’Flaherty, a C.S. Lewis expert and early podcast contributor, shares insights on Lewis’s life and his own role in uncovering rare recordings. His latest book is a comprehensive guide to Lewis’s classic, offering detailed outlines and a glossary to help readers uncover the book’s profound truths.
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In this episode of the Screwtape Letters podcast, the hosts delve into Letter 21, focusing on the recurring theme of ownership and stewardship as presented by C.S. Lewis. They discuss how Lewis weaves biblical concepts—sometimes subtly, sometimes overtly—into his letters, particularly the idea that humans do not truly own anything in this world. Instead, everything we ...
Screwtape Letters Podcast, Proverbs 22:6 Raise your children well.
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The conversation centers on a podcast episode analyzing C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters," particularly the sections addressing sexuality, temptation, and the archetypes of women that men are drawn to. The hosts discuss Lewis's concepts of the "terrestrial Venus"—a virtuous, down-to-earth woman—and the "infernal Venus"—a woman who is primarily sexually alluring. The...
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The conversation between Ian and Galen centers on themes of love, sacrifice, and the nature of divine and human relationships, drawing heavily on biblical ideas and C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters. Jesus teaches that the greatest commandment is to “love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and the second is like it: “love your neighbor a...
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The conversation centers on the themes of sex, love, marriage, and divorce from a biblical perspective. The hosts examine how the demonic, as depicted by C.S. Lewis, targets human sexuality and relationships by distorting God's intended design. They argue that sexuality is powerful and good when confined within the boundaries of marriage, likening it to a fire that mus...
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The commentary centers on a podcast episode discussing biblical themes-specifically gluttony and self-control in C.S. Lewis’ "The Screwtape Letters." The hosts explore how Lewis redefines gluttony, not merely as overeating but as an obsession with food’s quality and personal preferences, what he calls the "gluttony of delicacy." They highlight how this vice is less abo...
The conversation focuses on a deeper exploration of Letter 16 that was omitted from the abridged audio versions. The hosts discuss the editorial decision to exclude this Letter, emphasizing its significant relevance and the nuanced issues it raises about church attendance and faithfulness. They highlight how the Letter addresses the dangers of both apathy and sectarianism within church communities, noting that faithfulness to a chu...
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Ian and Galen delve into the biblical "Easter eggs"—hidden scriptural references and deeper themes—within Letter 15 from C.S. Lewis’s classic work. They highlight how the demonic perspective in the letter trivializes World War II, framing it as insignificant compared to the far greater spiritual war described in Christian theology. The hosts stress that while the physi...
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The significance of Easter and Holy Week within the Christian faith. Galen and Ian wish you a Happy Easter. They reflect on the importance of Easter as the centerpiece of Christianity, emphasizing that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of hope and new life for believers. However, they also stress that Good Friday—the day commemorating Jesus' crucifixion—is of...
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In this episode of the Screwtape Letters podcast, we explore the theme of humility. Pride is the enemy of humility, and even an awareness of one's own humility can be twisted into pride, a tactic the demonic would exploit. It is emphasized that true humility involves a realistic understanding of one's place and gifts, and warn against both false humility and the tempta...
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The conversation centers on the concept of repentance, particularly its biblical significance and practical implications. The discussion begins by unpacking the meaning of repentance, which is described as a heartfelt transformation involving a conscious decision to turn away from sin and align oneself with God’s will. This transformation is likened to a military about...
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Screwtape Letters 12 specifically focuses on the insidious nature of small distractions and sins that gradually pull individuals away from their faith. The hosts discuss how it's often not the "big sins" but rather the accumulation of trivial, seemingly harmless distractions—like excessive TV watching or idle habits—that weaken one's spiritual walk. They highlight a ke...
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Hear the story about a family man who had stage 4 metastasized cancer in multiple forms, how he heard the voice of God and what He told him, and how he was healed through his faith in Christ.
This interview with Dan Thompson is bonus content by Ian and Galen for the Screwtape Letters Podcast. Dan shares his powerful testimony of healing through faith in Christ after rec...
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to face a real demon? Imagine witnessing a person crawling backward like Gollum, eyes rolling in different directions, speaking in a terrifying, otherworldly voice. This isn't a scene from a horror movie - it's a real exorcism that Pastor Andy Woodard describes in our bonus episode on Deliverance Ministry.
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Letter 11 of C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters" explores the theme of humor and its influence on spiritual life, drawing parallels between Lewis's work and biblical wisdom.
The discussion begins by connecting Letter 11 to the previous letter, emphasizing the impact of one's company on personal character. The hosts delve into how humor can act as both a thermometer, re...
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The podcast discusses Letter 10 from C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters." The hosts explore the theme of how our associations and friendships can significantly influence our character and moral development. They reference 1 Corinthians 15:33, "Bad company ruins good morals," and discuss how this biblical concept aligns with the common wisdom of "Show me your friends, ...
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