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In this deeply personal episode, Stephanie and I open up about our intertwined journey of spiritual evolution. Joined by Tony Rinkenberger, we delve into the challenges and triumphs experienced as our beliefs began to shift and expand. Many in the fundamentalist and evangelical realms worry that their spiritual deconstruction might threaten the stability of their marriage or family. Today, Stephanie sheds light on her perspective of our shared path, offering insights into how we navigated these profound changes together, and the role love played in keeping our bond intact. If you're grappling with the impacts of a spiritual transition on your relationships, this episode offers hope, understanding, and a testament to the strength of love beyond beliefs. Tony's Website is - GuyMystic.com Stephanie's email is - [email protected] In this episode, I mentioned the link http://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com and I also told you that I'd include my email address, [email protected]. I'd love for you to email me and let me know your thoughts on this episode.

In this episode I sit down with Troy Heinritz, a long-time member of our community, to dive deep into a concept many grapple with on a spiritual awakening journey: the delicate balance between Self and selfishness. As we explore the notion that to serve others in our highest state of consciousness, we must sometimes prioritize what brings us peace and joy, a question emerges: Is focusing on our own well-being inherently selfish, or is it a necessary act of self-love and preservation? Join us as we journey through this intricate maze, seeking clarity, understanding, and perhaps a new perspective on what it means to truly embrace the 'I AM' within. Click Here For Troy's Link Tree Links In this episode, I mentioned the link http://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com and I also told you that I'd include my email address, [email protected]. I'd love for you to email me and let me know your thoughts on this episode.

I recently published episode 705 of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show where I invited my great friend, Megan Porta, to have a conversation about our experiences with manifesting success and turning our dreams into reality. We included "The Law of Attraction" in the title. The feedback that has come in from that episode has been incredible. Most of the feedback was along the lines of surprise that I, Cliff Ravenscraft, am a strong believer in "The Law of Attraction." One person wrote that she was blown away when she heard that I enjoy the teachings of Abraham Hicks, telling me that she, herself, has been "a closet Abraham Hicks fan" for many years. I've received so many questions, requesting more insight about how the Law of Attraction works. I have also received a large number of emails from people who have grown up from a similar faith tradition, where they have felt drawn to learn more about the Law of Attraction, but fear how they would be perceived by others if anyone found out that they were studying it. They wanted to know how I, given how far I was into the Protestant, Evangelical, Fundamentalist worldview, was introduced to the Law of Attraction and how I overcame the warnings that this community has given against such study. I decided to take all my years of notes on the Law of Attraction and everyone's questions that I have received, and I created an evergreen resource in the form of a full Law of Attraction Workshop. This podcast is the full audio recording of that workshop. In this episode, I mentioned the link http://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com and I also told you that I'd include my email address, [email protected]. I'd love for you to email me and let me know your thoughts on this episode.

In this special episode of the Encouraging Others Through Christ podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with my good friend Lori Hammond. Lori and I met on Clubhouse back during the pandemic and we quickly bonded over our shared interest in hypnosis and hypnotherapy. Lori recently responded to a Law of Attraction episode I published in episode 705 of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show. She wrote... "Someday I would love to have a semi-private (or all the way private) conversation about religion. It's too bad Clubhouse isn't a thing anymore because that would be a fun place to do it. Your religious metamorphosis sounds very much like mine (raised in a very religious house and taught that hypnosis is "as the sin of witchcraft"). Every time I hear you mention religion or new age I'm curious where you are now... especially with the things you grew up believing." First, I pointed Lori to the following podcast episodes: EOTC 000 - Listen To This Episode First EOTC 135 - The Beginning of a New Season EOTC 136 - Am I A Heretic? EOTC 138 - A Divine Spiritual Being Having A Human Experience EOTC 141 - I Will Not Taste Death EOTC 142 - Hearing God Speak - An Esoteric Teaching of Jesus TCRS 655 - 655 – He Desires That We Would All Be One EOTC 143 - EOTC Mystery School - Sikhism - Judgement - Reincarnation - Past Lives - Karma I then invited Lori to have a one-on-one session with me where we would have the conversation that you will hear in this episode. Here's a summary of the key questions Lori asked during the conversation: Do you still have a relationship with the God of the Bible and Jesus today? What does that look like? How much did your pre-critical faculty period of a positive view of God come into play with your current relationship with God? You mentioned you don't believe in a hellfire and brimstone hell anymore. What do you think the afterlife is like when we die - where are we? What is your idea of hell? You talk about masterminds and small groups for connecting on spiritual topics. Since you don't go to church anymore, are you basically having mini church services with different people about spiritual things? As an introvert yourself, how would you recommend another introvert facilitate connecting with others to discuss spiritual topics? Stay Connected with Spiritual Awakening & Deconstruction Journey Opportunities. Sign up at https://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com

This episode is a followup conversation with my friend Brian Dixon that was shared back in episode 150 of this podcast. Towards the end of our previous conversation, Brian shared his extensive religious education - a master's degree from a Bible college - and his lifelong commitment as a Bible-believing Christian. He expressed his love for defending the "Word of God". With this in mind, I had invited Brian to come back onto the podcast to delve into his journey towards a belief in the inerrancy of Scripture and the "God of the Bible." This is the focus of our conversation in this episode. Find Brian J Dixon on Instagram and/or Facebook

In this episode I shared an audio clip from Pete Briscoe and his podcast titled "KindaVangelical." My friend, Richard Marcotte, pointed me to Pete's podcast recently and I was really moved by the metaphor he uses of "the house" to describe the the journey of those who are stepping away from the evangelical church. As someone who started the process of walking away from evangelicalism over a decade ago, I had forgotten just how guttural, emotional, and difficult that initial transition was. Pete's vivid descriptions brought me right back to that emotional time in my own life. I think his metaphor of the house, yard, street, and world beyond captures that tension and fear so many feel as they begin questioning the faith of their childhood. I know many in this community have never been a part of the evangelical church world. Some have wondered why I have expressed so much apprehension about speaking openly about having an open mind and listening to other perspectives. Pete explains succinctly how evangelicals are conditioned to distrust any teachings outside of their own as dangerous and evil. It's fear-based indoctrination, and it takes time to undo that thinking. Beyond the nostalgia and empathy Pete's audio clip prompted in me, I love the visual of the house threshold, representing the terrifying yet freeing act of stepping outside of one's insular belief system. That resonated with my own experience, and I hope provides encouragement to those of you navigating a similar journey now. Pete is one who still clings to faith in Jesus, though questioning evangelical dogma. For those still drawn to Jesus but feeling disillusioned with the evangelical church, you may find Pete's podcast a comfortable companion on your own transitional journey. I'm always excited to find thoughtful voices contributing to spiritual deconstruction and evolution. I hope Pete's observations, metaphors, and experiences resonate with you like they did for me. If you found this episode valuable, please consider sending me an email to let me know. My email address is [email protected].   Links Related To This Episode Pete's Podcast Website Pete's Podcast on Apple Podcasts Pete's Podcast RSS Feed = https://www.spreaker.com/show/5856797/episodes/feed Shiny Happy People Documentary on Amazon Join the community of those on Spiritual Awakening and Deconstruction Journey. You can get email updates related to our online and in-person gatherings. Sign up today at https://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com  

In Episode 147, "Facing The Fear of Being Shunned: Navigating Spiritual Awakening & Deconstruction," I delved into the varied responses I received to my Facebook post on my Spiritual Awakening and Deconstruction journey. My friend Brian Dixon voiced some concerns about my post, my intention to create a space for others on a similar path, and my exploration of God's truth beyond biblical confines. Over the next few days, I felt an internal nudge suggesting I invite Brian to join my podcast for a deeper conversation about my journey. The idea wasn't to instigate a debate, but rather for Brian to ask insightful questions that could help him understand my spiritual path and how I arrived at this point. Brian graciously accepted the invitation, and this episode features our thought-provoking conversation from the afternoon of July 21st, 2023. Towards the end of our conversation, Brian shared his extensive religious education - a master's degree from a Bible college - and his lifelong commitment as a Bible-believing Christian. He expressed his love for defending the "Word of God". With this in mind, I'm considering inviting Brian back to the podcast, but this time, with roles reversed. I'd like to delve into his journey towards a firm belief in the inerrancy of Scripture. I'm aware that Brian has extensively explored his spiritual path, and as he states, he's prepared to present a defense for traditional Christianity that is gentle, respectful, and clear.As we close, the key takeaway I hope resonates with everyone is this: It is entirely possible to maintain a loving friendship and engage in open dialogue with those who hold strong beliefs different from our own. This, in itself, is a testament to our shared humanity and the capacity for mutual respect, despite our differences. Let our conversation serve as a beacon of encouragement in your own interactions and journeys. Find Brian J Dixon on Instagram and/or Facebook

This is an audio recording of a Clubhouse Room that I hosted on Wednesday, July 19th, 2023 titled "Spiritual Awakening & Deconstruction - Ask Me Anything!" Sign up to be notified via email about future events at https://awakening.cliffravenscraft.com 00:08:57 - What is Spiritual Awakening? 00:11:07 - What is a Deconstruction Journey? 00:12:41 - The Dream of The Planet  00:16:12 - What This Space Is All About 00:21:02 - Greg - How business mindset informs your spiritual life and how your spiritual life informs your business mindset. 00:38:11 - Fiona - Overcoming Self-Judgement - Discerning how to express your spiritual insights in the world. 01:09:24  - Crystal - How do you navigate your personal relationships with those who either don't share, or even who disagree with, your spiritual journey pursuits? 01:27:44 - Greg - What are your thoughts on Artificial Intelligence becoming sentient? 01:34:21 - Scott Blair - Are you willing to share a deeply mystical / metaphysical experience that you've had? 01:43:33 - Crystal - You you explain your understanding of Light Language?    Books mention in this episode The Four Agreements - https://amzn.to/44A9HdC Autobiography of A Yogi - https://amzn.to/3KsCg4T Yogananda's Commentary on the Teachings of Jesus - https://amzn.to/3XXiHai      

This is an audio recording of a Clubhouse Room that I hosted on Friday, July 14th, 2023 titled "Spiritual Awakening & Deconstruction - Ask Me Anything!" 00:00:00 - Monolog to open the room, waiting for anyone raise their hand and ask a question. 00:33:01 - Jared asks about what my thoughts are about The Bible today. 00:40:03 - I interact with Louann and the topic of how we respond to those who want to express their dedication to Jesus and their way of viewing the Bible, etc. 00:46:37 - Lois dropped into the show some love and encouragement. 00:47:08 - There's no way for me to not follow my heart. 00:48:25 - Jared stated that he's resonating deeply with so much of all that I've been sharing. He wanted to know where I would recommend that he go if he wanted to learn more.  The response I felt inspired to share with him is "within." 01:05:32 - Prabhjit and I have a length dialog about how respond to others who are yelling at us, and. how that depends on our level of consciousness at the time. 01:52:41 - How is your Spiritual journey tying into and impacting your business? 02:04:36 - Prabhjit asked... How did you create your identification with Spirit? 02:16:08 - Wrapping up and closing down the room. Links Mentioned In This Episode Facebook Post About Spiritual Awakening & Deconstruction Map of Consciousness  

In today's episode of Encouraging Others Through Christ, I reveal more insight around my personal journey of spiritual awakening and deconstruction, a process that has been unfolding since 2020. I recount how I've been disassembling the long-held beliefs I had unknowingly taken on from my religious upbringing, and the reactions from some of my previous faith community. This episode explores my anxieties about this path's potential effect on my online business and my journey towards overcoming these fears. However, I've been surprised to find that I'm not alone on this path. I offer a glimpse into an upcoming project designed to provide a supportive platform for those undergoing their own spiritual awakening and deconstruction. If you want to email me about anything related to this episode, my email is [email protected].

In this episode, I am joined by my friend Michael Sebastien in another conversation in my EOTC Mystery School discussion series. The overall topic for this episode is "How do you evaluate a text or teaching that presents itself as "inspired," "Spiritual" or "from God?" As promised at the end of the episode, you can CLCK HERE to listen to Michael's podcast interview about Modern Druidry on the Two Inches Off The Ground podcast. Also,Click Here to check out Michael’s Savvy Dressers Podcast.      If you are resonating with the content that I create, you will find one or more of the following products and services extremely valuable and life transformative. 1. Train With Cliff Audio Journal Podcast - This "audio journal format" podcast provides invaluable insights that my high-paying clients receive from me directly, plus exclusive, never-before-seen behind-the-scenes knowledge about how I run my business. My clients have found this podcast so valuable that nearly all of them have subscribed to it. Click Here To Learn More. 2. Free The Dream Online Course - Are you struggling to make your dream or goal a reality? Don't waste any more time! Take the time to go through the six-hours of content in the Free The Dream Online Course and unlock the power of transformation. Whether you choose to go through the material in a single day or take a weekend retreat, you will find yourself completely changed after your experience with this course. Discover the world from a new perspective and unleash the potential that lies within. Click Here To Free Your Dream Today. 3. Next Level Mastermind - If you're a full-time self-employed professional and not yet part of an ongoing mastermind group, it's time to take action! Stop what you're doing and take advantage of all the incredible video content and written content about mastermind groups found at NextLevelMastermind.info. Unlock the power of collaboration and networking with like-minded professionals and be part of a group that will help you achieve success! Click Here To Apply Today! 4. One-On-One Coaching - God has blessed me with extraordinary gifts and the ability to help clients uncover solutions they can't see on their own. No matter the problem or desired outcome, I can help guide you on the path to success – with multiple paths available to explore. Through one-on-one coaching, I'll equip you with the tools and confidence to reach your highest potential. Click Here To Apply For One-On-One Coaching With Me.   Of course you might be interested in some of my other free content Click Here To See My Other Podcast Shows Click Here For My Best Keynote Message “All Beliefs Have Consequences.”

This morning, I felt promoted to write a journal entry starting with the phrase... "Choosing My Own Path." After realizing that this prompting was not going to go away, I sat down and began to write whatever came to me. In this episode, I share that full journal entry with you. Click Here if you want to see the Earl Nightingale video clip that I was referring to in this episode. Topics of interest in this episode: The Most Unrewarding Game = Follow The Follower The Blind Leading The Blind How do you evaluate materials that claim to be 'inspired' or 'spiritual'? Are the people that you are following going where you want to go?  Do their lives look like the life that you desire to imitate?      I have other podcasts that might be of interest to you. See my list of shows at http://CliffRavenscraft.com/podcast   Let's Work Together! Would you like to connect with me through one-on-one coaching or through one of my paid mastermind groups?  If so, visit my WORK WITH ME PAGE and submit an application today.