Spiritual Recon

In this short update episode, Adam and Diana share where things are headed next for Spiritual Recon. Over the next couple of months, we’ll be preparing for the launch of the Spiritual Recon Equipping Community this August while continuing to release weekly “Recon Briefings” and occasional long-form conversations focused on spiritual warfare, discipleship, mission, APEST, and equipping believers to live fully on mission as image-bearers of God. To be the first to hear updates and learn more about the Spiritual Recon Equipping Community, visit: https://www.SpiritualRecon.org Thank you for being part of this journey with us

What’s actually happening in spiritually dark places? Not just what you can see… but what’s happening behind it? In this episode, we take you inside a real experience—visiting a voodoo sanctuary in the Dominican Republic—and unpack what was actually going on beneath the surface. Because this wasn’t just about what we saw. It was about learning how to recognize spiritual darkness, understand what’s happening in a place, and respond as ambassadors of the Kingdom of God. As we’ve been walking through the unseen realm and the Deuteronomy 32 worldview, the goal has never been just more knowledge. At some point, it has to become action. So in this episode, we walk through: how we approached this environment what we were looking for what patterns we observed and how we responded in real time But this isn’t just about a voodoo sanctuary. Because most of us aren’t walking into something that obvious. The question is: 👉 what’s happening in your environment? Your workplace. Your city. Your family. Because whether it’s visible or subtle—there is still a spiritual battle taking place. And learning to recognize it is the first step. 🔍 In This Episode • What’s really happening in spiritually dark environments • Why some places feel different—and what that actually means • How spiritual recon works in real life • The patterns we observed (rituals, locations, environment) • Why people participate in these practices • How we approached prayer and pushing back darkness • Why the goal is always people—not just spiritual activity • What shifted after we prayed • How to apply this in your everyday life 👉 Get Equipped If this episode resonated with you, this is exactly why we’re building something beyond the podcast. We’re launching a training community this August for believers who want to move beyond just learning—and actually step into their own environments with clarity and confidence. If you want to: • grow in discernment • understand what’s really happening spiritually • know how to respond in your own context • step into your authority as an ambassador 👉 Join our email list to be the first to know when we launch: https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 🎙️ About Spiritual Recon Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries serving in spiritually contested environments. We explore the biblical supernatural worldview and what it means to live as Kingdom ambassadors in real places—where the unseen realm intersects with everyday life. 👉 Subscribe for more episodes 📩 Connect with us: [email protected]

What if the idea of a “Christian nation”… isn’t actually biblical? We hear it all the time— “America is a Christian nation.” “One nation under God.” But what if that idea doesn’t come from Scripture at all? In this episode, we step into a conversation that goes deeper than politics. Because this isn’t about left vs right… or one country vs another… 👉 It’s about allegiance. When you follow the biblical story—from the Tower of Babel to Deuteronomy 32 to the teachings of Jesus—you start to see a very different picture of the world. Not a world made up of “Christian nations”… but a world of divided nations under spiritual powers— and one Kingdom that stands above them all. So the real question becomes: 👉 Can a nation actually belong to God? 👉 Or have we misunderstood something foundational? In this episode, we break down what Scripture actually says, challenge some deeply held assumptions, and help you think through where your allegiance truly lies. Because as followers of Jesus, our identity isn’t tied to a country… It’s tied to a Kingdom. 🔍 In This Episode • Why “Christian nation” isn’t a biblical concept • What the Tower of Babel reveals about nations • The Deuteronomy 32 worldview explained simply • What Scripture says is over the nations today • Why mixing Christianity and politics is dangerous • How allegiance subtly shifts away from the Kingdom • What Jesus and Paul actually modeled • Why your citizenship isn’t tied to a nation • Questions to help you evaluate your allegiance • The real mission: reclaiming people, not nations 🎙️ About Spiritual Recon Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries serving in spiritually contested environments. We explore the biblical supernatural worldview and what it means to live as Kingdom ambassadors in a world shaped by both seen and unseen realities. 👉 Subscribe for more episodes 👉 Connect with us: [email protected]

What if the real challenge isn’t hearing God’s voice… but knowing which voice you’re hearing? In our last episode, we talked about why so many Christians struggle to hear from God. But even when you do hear something— how do you know it’s actually Him? Because as believers, we don’t just hear one voice. We hear: God Our own thoughts And the enemy And learning to discern the difference is essential if we’re going to walk in obedience and grow in our relationship with Him. In this episode, we get practical. We break down what each of these voices sounds like, how they operate, and how you can begin to test what you’re hearing so you’re not led by confusion, fear, or your own reasoning. Because God is speaking. The question is—are you recognizing His voice? 🔍 In This Episode • The 3 voices every believer hears • Why confusion is so common • The difference between conviction and condemnation • How the enemy twists truth—even Scripture • How your own thoughts can sound convincing • Why God’s voice brings clarity, not chaos • Practical ways to test what you’re hearing • Common mistakes that keep people stuck • How to grow in confidence hearing God 🎙️ About Spiritual Recon Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries serving in spiritually contested environments. We explore the biblical supernatural worldview and what it means to live as Kingdom ambassadors in a world shaped by both seen and unseen realities. 👉 Subscribe for more episodes 👉 Connect with us: [email protected]

What if the reason you struggle to hear God’s voice… isn’t because He isn’t speaking? …but because you’ve been taught to listen in only one way? In this episode, we unpack one of the most important—and often misunderstood—questions in the Christian life: How does God actually speak today? Many believers have been taught that the Bible is the primary—or even the only—way God communicates. But when we step back and look at Scripture as a whole… we see something much bigger. From dreams and visions, to the leading of the Holy Spirit, to the still small voice—God has always been a speaking God. So why does it feel so difficult for so many Christians to hear Him? We explore: Why this struggle is so common How Western thinking may have shaped our expectations The tension between avoiding deception and actually hearing God What Scripture shows about how God speaks And how to begin growing in discernment and obedience This isn’t about replacing the Bible. It’s about understanding its role… and rediscovering a relationship with a God who still speaks. Because if Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice…” then learning to recognize it isn’t optional. It’s foundational. 🎙️ Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries serving in spiritually contested environments. We explore the biblical supernatural worldview, the Deuteronomy 32 framework, and what it means to live as Kingdom ambassadors reclaiming image-bearers from deception and darkness. Because if God is still speaking… then learning to hear Him changes everything. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for deeper resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

He tried to stop Him… but the cross wasn’t defeat. It was the turning point. What if the cross wasn’t just about the forgiveness of sins… …but the moment the powers of darkness lost everything? In this episode, we explore what may have been happening in the unseen realm as Jesus stepped onto the scene—and why the enemy moved to stop Him. From their perspective, a King had entered their domain. The kingdom of God was advancing. And something had to be done. So a plan was set in motion. But according to Scripture, if they had understood what was actually happening, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. What looked like victory… was actually their defeat. We walk through the spiritual war surrounding the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus—from the early confrontations with demons, to the turning point at Mount Hermon, to the moment everything culminated at the cross. And most importantly… what Christ’s victory means for us today. Because the cross didn’t just forgive sin— it broke the power behind it. 🎙️ Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries serving in spiritually contested environments. We explore the biblical supernatural worldview, the Deuteronomy 32 framework, and what it means to live as Kingdom ambassadors reclaiming image-bearers from deception and darkness. Because if the war is real… then the mission of the Church matters more than we realize.

Most Christians don’t think twice about their home. It’s just where you sleep… where you eat… where you live your life. But what if your home isn’t actually neutral? What if it’s either being shaped by the Kingdom of God… or influenced by something else? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we explore a reality that most believers never seriously consider: 👉 Why does the enemy target our homes? Because if we’re honest… a lot of spiritual warfare still feels abstract—until something happens that forces us to take it seriously. We share our own story of when that happened to us… when spiritual activity showed up in our home in ways we couldn’t ignore. And from there, everything changed. 👉 But the bigger question is this: If our homes are actually spiritual territory… how are we supposed to respond? Drawing from Scripture and over 20 years of ministry experience, we walk through what’s really happening in the unseen realm—and how followers of Jesus can take authority over their homes in a practical, biblical way. Because this isn’t about fear. It’s about understanding who you are… and how to live with authority in the place you’ve been given. 🎙 Topics in this episode • Why your home is not spiritually neutral • How the enemy targets homes (and why it’s strategic) • The idea of your home as a Kingdom outpost • Spiritual formation, unity, and why they matter • Open doors: how footholds are created • Why most spiritual attacks are subtle (not dramatic) • What it actually means to “pray over your home” • A practical framework for praying through your house • Renouncing sin and breaking spiritual agreements • Authority in Jesus’name: commanding vs. just asking • The role of anointing oil (and what it represents) • Why filling your home matters after clearing it • Real stories and outcomes from the mission field • How often you should be doing this 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for deeper resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

Most Christians today don’t have a category for places where the spiritual and physical overlap. That kind of thinking feels distant… or even unbiblical. But what if Scripture has been pointing to this reality from the very beginning? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we explore a question most believers never stop to ask: 👉 Are spiritual portals real? Across cultures—voodoo, Santería, animism—you consistently hear about specific locations where spiritual activity is heightened. Mountains. Trees. Temples. Altars. Places where the unseen and the seen seem to intersect. But instead of starting with culture, we go to Scripture. From Eden to Jacob’s ladder… from Sinai to Zion… from high places to the Tower of Babel… we examine whether the Bible actually describes these kinds of “thin places”—locations where heaven and earth overlap. And then we wrestle with the bigger question: 👉 If these things are real… what does that mean for us today? Because this isn’t about fascination or speculation. It’s about mission. If there are spiritual strongholds tied not just to people—but to places— then how should followers of Jesus respond? Drawing from both Scripture and real experiences on the mission field, we talk through what we’ve seen, what we understand, and how to stay grounded in the mission of Jesus without getting distracted. Because if the unseen realm is real… then the mission of reclaiming people from darkness is even more urgent than we realize. 🎙 Topics in this episode • What the Bible says about sacred space and “thin places” • Eden, Jacob’s ladder, and the idea of a “gate of heaven” • Why mountains (Sinai, Zion, Hermon) matter in Scripture • High places, Asherah poles, and spiritual access points • The Tower of Babel and man-made attempts to reach the divine • Whether angels require access points (and why that matters) • How other cultures recognize and interact with these places • Modern parallels: voodoo, Santería, ayahuasca, and New Age practices • What spiritual “portals” might actually be doing • Real stories from the mission field in the Dominican Republic • Why this matters for spiritual warfare and disciple-making • How to stay focused on mission without becoming distracted 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for deeper resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

Most Christians today think of church as a place we go. A building. A service. A weekly event. But what if that wasn’t how the first followers of Jesus understood it? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we sit down with Neil Cole, author of Organic Church and Primal Fire, to explore how the church gradually shifted from a movement of disciples on mission into something that often revolves around gatherings and programs. For the early believers, the church was not primarily an event to attend. It was a spiritual family living under the authority of Jesus and participating in the mission of His Kingdom. Together we discuss how this shift happened, why many believers feel tension between tradition and mission today, and what it might look like to recover a simpler, more biblical vision of the church. Along the way, we also explore why legalism can quietly pull believers away from the freedom of following Jesus, and how rediscovering the church as a family on mission changes the way we think about discipleship. Because if the church is not merely something we attend, then following Jesus will reshape far more of our lives than we expect. 🎙 Topics include • How the early church functioned as a spiritual family • Why church gradually became centered on weekly gatherings • The difference between following Jesus and following religious systems • Why legalism is one of the greatest dangers facing the church • Neil Cole’s journey rediscovering organic disciple-making movements • What it might look like to recover the mission of the church today Connect with Neil Cole Neil Cole is a church planter, author, and pioneer of organic church movements who has spent decades helping believers rediscover simple, disciple-making communities centered on listening to Jesus and living on mission. He is the author of Organic Church, Church 3.0, Primal Fire, and several other books on disciple-making and the future of the church. Website: https://starlinginitiatives.com 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

Twenty-five years ago, long before we understood the unseen realm or territorial powers, the Lord asked us to do something simple: open the doors of our home. That step of obedience began a journey that challenged many of our assumptions about church, discipleship, and mission.  In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we share how that journey led us to rethink what it means to make disciples and what the church is actually meant to be. Is church primarily an event, or is it the presence of Jesus among His people on a mission? As we began to understand the unseen realm and the reality of contested territory, many of the practices we were learning started to make sense in a deeper way. If Jesus is King and we are His ambassadors, what does obedience really look like?   👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for deeper resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 Contact / Guest Inquiries: [email protected]

Most Christians were taught that the Gospel is about going to heaven one day. But when Jesus sent out His disciples in Luke 9, that is not what they proclaimed. They announced the Gospel of the Kingdom. So what does that mean? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we revisit the message Jesus actually commissioned His followers to announce — and why misunderstanding the Kingdom has quietly reshaped how we share the Gospel today. In the first century, euangelion was a royal announcement: a new King had taken the throne. Allegiance was shifting. A new Kingdom had arrived. Salvation, then, is not merely forgiveness of sins or a future destination. It is transfer. It is citizenship. It is restoration into the family and reign of God. Drawing from Luke 9, Colossians 1, the Deuteronomy 32 worldview, and Jesus’ proclamation in Luke 4, we explore what the Kingdom actually looks like — and how understanding it reshapes mission. This conversation is not about minimizing the cross. It is about understanding what the cross accomplished — and what we were sent to proclaim as ambassadors. Because what we believe about the Kingdom determines what we share with others. 🎙 Topics include: • What “gospel” meant in the ancient world • Why the disciples were not preaching “go to heaven” • Transfer from the domain of darkness into the Kingdom of Christ • Allegiance to a King and obedience • The rescue of the nations and the Great Commission • The seven characteristics of the Kingdom: deliverance, justice, healing, peace, restoration, joy, and the presence of God • Why a cookie-cutter gospel often fails to speak real good news If the Kingdom is bigger than we were told, then our mission is too. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

If the unseen realm is real, then the church was never meant to be passive. Christ has entrusted His people as ambassadors of the Kingdom — sent into contested territory to reclaim image-bearers from deception and darkness. So why do so many believers experience church as an event rather than a mission? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we wrestle with a sobering question raised by a former shaman: “If you have the truth, why do you keep it a secret?” That question forces us to examine whether we have misunderstood both the gospel and the role of the church. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 1, Acts 2, and the ministry of Jesus in Luke 10, we explore what salvation truly means — not merely future escape, but restoration now. We discuss territorial powers, the difference between arguing and demonstrating the Kingdom, and why dependence on the Holy Spirit is essential for real mission. This conversation is not about church criticism. It is about recovering clarity. If the war is real, then the assignment is urgent. 🎙 Topics include: • The church as mission, not building • Salvation as restoration, not just relocation • Territorial powers and contested spaces • Why apologetics alone is not evangelism • The Holy Spirit’s role in Kingdom authority • Seeing captives, not enemies 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 [email protected]

I Was a Shaman Until the Spirits Turned On Me (Part 2) After years immersed in shamanism, ayahuasca, and spirit guides, Mitchell reached a breaking point. The spiritual experiences were real — but the stories began to contradict themselves. What once felt benevolent turned hostile. And when Mitchell and his wife called on the name of Jesus, the unseen realm reacted. In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, the deception unravels. Mitchell shares how testing the spirits exposed their limits, how invoking Jesus disrupted everything, and how surrendering his life to Christ meant walking away from shamanism completely. What follows is a powerful testimony of repentance, deliverance, baptism, and the peace that replaced years of striving in the unseen realm. This episode goes behind enemy lines to examine how spiritual deception works — and why real spiritual power must always be tested by truth. Guest: Mitchell  📩 Contact: [email protected] 🎙️ Spiritual Recon is hosted by Adam and Diana Clay, missionaries with over 25 years of experience serving in contexts where spiritual conflict is lived, not theoretical.

Spirit guides, shamanism, and altered states are often presented as ancient, benevolent pathways to healing and wisdom. Many Christians, however, are left unsure how to interpret the real experiences people report through these practices. Are these encounters psychological? Symbolic? Or is something else actually at work? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we’re joined by Mitchell, a former shaman who spent years engaging with spirit guides and ritual practices involving ayahuasca before coming to see them in a very different light. Mitchell shares his firsthand experience inside shamanism, how these spiritual encounters initially appeared helpful and illuminating, and what ultimately caused him to question the true nature of the spirits he was working with. Rather than treating these experiences as imaginary or sensational, this conversation places them within the broader biblical worldview. Scripture consistently acknowledges the reality of spiritual powers, while also drawing clear distinctions between their claims and the authority of Christ. Together, we explore how the Bible helps us make sense of practices like shamanism, why spiritual experiences alone are not a reliable guide to truth, and how deception often operates through what appears helpful or enlightening. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. In Part 2, we’ll go further into what these spirits ultimately demanded, how their true intentions became clear, and how the gospel reframes spiritual power, freedom, and authority. This discussion is not driven by fear or fascination, but by discernment—recovering a biblical framework that allows Christians to engage real spiritual claims with clarity, confidence, and faithfulness to Christ. 🎙 Topics include: Spirit guides and shamanism through firsthand experience Why spiritual encounters can feel benevolent while leading toward deception How Scripture understands spiritual powers without minimizing or exaggerating them Discernment versus experience as a guide to truth Why the gospel redefines power, freedom, and authority 🔗 About Our Guest: Mitchell is a former shaman who now follows Jesus after years immersed in ayahuasca, spirit guides, and the unseen realm. 📩 Contact Mitchell: [email protected]   👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

If Jesus already won, why do spiritual powers still have power today? Christians often affirm the victory of the cross, yet remain deeply confused when confronted with ongoing spiritual experiences connected to the occult, New Age practices, and non-Christian religions. If Jesus disarmed the powers, why do these realities still seem active—and why does the church struggle to respond to them with clarity and confidence? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we examine why the Western church is often uncertain or divided when it comes to the unseen realm. Scripture never treats pagan or occult power as imaginary, yet it also never presents it as ultimate. Instead, the New Testament assumes a world where spiritual powers remain present but have been fundamentally reordered through the victory of Christ. Drawing from Deuteronomy 32, the ministry of Jesus, and the writings of Paul, we explore what it actually means that the powers were “disarmed” at the cross, why they were not removed, and how this reality shapes the church’s mission and authority today. We also consider how cultural blind spots, modern assumptions, and past abuses have contributed to confusion surrounding spiritual power in the church. This conversation is not about fear or fascination, but about clarity—recovering a biblical worldview that equips believers to walk in discernment, confidence, and faithfulness as ambassadors of Christ. 🎙 Topics include: Why many Christians are uncomfortable with the unseen realm What the New Testament assumes about spiritual powers What “disarmed” means—and what it does not mean Pagan spirituality as misdirected rather than imaginary Paul, Ephesus, and confronting occult power Transactional spiritual power versus freedom in Christ Recovering discernment and authority in the church 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

Acts 2 and the Reversal of Babel In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we explore Acts 2 within the larger biblical storyline of Babel, the nations, and the unseen conflict that runs from Genesis through the New Testament. Rather than treating Acts 2 as the birth of the church, we examine it as a continuation — the moment when the church steps into a mission shaped by Jesus’ victory over the powers. By tracing the narrative from the Tower of Babel and Deuteronomy 32 through Mount Hermon, the cross, and Pentecost, we show how Luke presents Acts 2 as a reversal of Babel, not merely a spiritual experience. We also spend significant time redefining what the church actually is. Not a building or an event, but a people — restored image-bearers and ambassadors — sent into contested territory to proclaim and embody the reign of Christ. This conversation connects the Testaments, clarifies difficult passages, and helps explain why the early church understood its role so differently from many modern assumptions. 🎙 Topics include: Acts 2 as continuation, not origin Babel and the division of the nations Deuteronomy 32 and spiritual authority Pentecost as the reversal of Babel Mount Hermon and Jesus’ declaration of conflict The cross and the defeat of the powers What the church is — and what it is not Mission as reclamation, not escape 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

Jesus and the Divine Council In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we’re joined by Doug Van Dorn to explore the biblical concept of the Divine Council and how it reshapes our understanding of Jesus throughout the Old and New Testaments. We examine how passages like Psalm 82 and Deuteronomy 32 describe God’s heavenly council, how ancient Israel understood spiritual authority over the nations, and why these ideas are essential for reading the Bible the way its original audience did. Most importantly, we trace how Jesus fits into this worldview—not as a late addition, but as the central figure who has been present and active from the beginning. This conversation brings clarity to difficult passages, connects the Testaments together, and helps explain why the New Testament speaks about Jesus the way it does. 🎙 Topics include: The Divine Council in Scripture Psalm 82 and God’s judgment among the “gods” Deuteronomy 32 and the division of the nations Jesus as the Angel of the Lord Christ in the Old Testament Why this worldview still matters today 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

What really happened on Mount Hermon? In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we explore why Mount Hermon plays such a critical role in the biblical story of the unseen realm. From the Watchers of Genesis 6, to King Og and the land of Bashan, to Jesus standing at the Gates of Hades, this mountain sits at the center of spiritual conflict in Scripture. We unpack how ancient Israel understood Mount Hermon as a place of divine rebellion, why Jesus intentionally traveled there, and what His declaration at Caesarea Philippi meant for the powers of darkness. Most importantly, we connect this story to the authority Jesus gives His church today. This episode will reshape how you read the Old Testament, the Gospels, and your role in God’s mission. 🎙 Topics include: The Watchers and Genesis 6 King Og, Bashan, and the giant clans The Gates of Hades and Jesus’ declaration of war What spiritual authority really means for believers 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources - https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

In this Q&A episode, we explore what spiritual authority really is, how believers are meant to use it, and why it does not weaken. We also talk about what it means to “dwell in the shelter of the Most High” and how intimacy with God gives clarity and confidence in spiritual warfare. 📩 Join the Spiritual Recon Email List Get updates, behind-the-scenes insights, and future spiritual warfare resources. Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x

What do demons actually do? Adam and Diana explore the activity of demons through the Bible, 1 Enoch, and the Second Temple worldview. We explain the origin of demons as the disembodied spirits of the giants and how they operate today. You’ll hear real ministry stories from the Dominican Republic that reveal the seven main tactics demons use against believers—and how Christians can discern and stand firm. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes 👉 Join our email list for bonus content and resources - https://tinyurl.com/394tsj9x 📩 CONTACT / GUEST INQUIRIES / COLLABS [email protected]

In this Q&A episode, we unpack the Deuteronomy 32 Worldview—how the Most High divided the nations, who the “sons of God” were, and how God continued working outside Israel through stories like Jonah, pagan sailors, and Balaam. We also explore why Israel drifted toward other gods and what Jesus’ victory means for territorial powers today. If you’re familiar with Michael Heiser, Timothy Alberino, or the Divine Council worldview, this episode will help you see Scripture with clarity and understand your role in God’s mission.

Do you feel resistance when following Jesus or living on mission? In this episode, we uncover the unseen spiritual powers influencing nations and believers — from Daniel 10 to Babel and Deuteronomy 32 — and show how the Gospel overcomes them. Step into your calling with clarity, courage, and a deeper understanding of God’s supernatural worldview.

Can Christians be cursed? In this episode, we break down what Scripture actually says about curses, spiritual attacks, and protection. We look at Balaam’s failed curse, the power of Psalm 91, and real stories from the mission field...all with a clear, confident focus on our identity and authority in Christ.

Ever felt the unseen realm pulling strings? In Ep. 8 of Spiritual Recon, missionary Travis Burkhalter reveals 15 years of Amazon missions: dreams directing him to hidden villages, a shaman who knew his group's arrival ("two Colombians, two white men"), and animism's grip—from lying spirits and curses to rainbows as evil omens. From demonic family attacks and God's voice in a near-death injury to indigenous visions of narrow paths to life, we equip you with biblical armor for the fight. Stay God-focused, not fear-driven—intimacy trumps chasing signs. Connect with Travis at the Embera Bead Project Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emberabeadproject/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emberabeadproject/

Can Christians be demonized? Adam and Diana answer questions about Genesis 6, the Nephilim, and the origin of demons. Discover how giants returned after the Flood, the difference between Satan and demons, and whether Christians can actually have demons.

In this episode of The Spiritual Recon Podcast, Adam and Diana Clay uncover the true origin of demons — tracing their roots back to Genesis 6. Discover why the early church didn’t see demons as fallen angels, what the Nephilim really were, and how understanding this ancient story helps us face spiritual warfare today.

Welcome to a Q&A edition of Spiritual Recon! In this mini-episode, we answer three listener questions about the unseen realm, spiritual warfare, and staying alert without becoming unhealthy. Questions Answered: Where does the Bible talk about the unseen realm, and is there an account that opened your eyes at the start of your journey? Why are Christians in the US and Western cultures less aware of the unseen realm, and why do they struggle believing in the demonic? How can believers study and remain alert to the schemes of the enemy without becoming so focused on him that it becomes unhealthy? Where is the right balance? We explore passages like Ephesians 6, the Gospels, and Acts, discussing demonic encounters, spiritual authority, and how to stay Jesus-centered while navigating the unseen realm. 🎙️ Have a question you’d like answered in a future Q&A? Leave a comment on YouTube.

In this episode of Spiritual Recon, we expose the enemy’s three main schemes: attacking our identity, undermining our authority, and distracting us from our mission. From Genesis to Revelation, Satan has tried to keep God’s people from walking in their true calling as image-bearers of the King. We’ll talk about how these schemes show up in everyday life, why so many believers struggle with them, and how to stand firm in the authority and purpose Christ has given us. You’ll hear real-life stories of resistance, spiritual breakthroughs, and practical steps for taking back ground that the enemy has tried to steal. Whether you’re battling lies about who you are, fear that robs your authority, or confusion about your purpose, this episode will help you recognize the enemy’s tactics and hold the line in victory.

Dive into the origins of the spiritual war that has raged since creation in this gripping episode of the Spiritual Recon Podcast. Explore how the battle for humanity’s identity as God’s image bearers began in the unseen realm, with insights drawn from Genesis, Job, and the divine council worldview. Uncover the enemy’s schemes, starting with the serpent’s deception in Eden, and learn how this cosmic conflict shapes the resistance Christians face today. Join us as we decode the biblical narrative and equip believers to stand firm in their God-given purpose. Tune in to understand the stakes of this war and how it all started!

Join us on Spiritual Recon as we share our journey into the unseen realm—from shadowy figures in our home and Santería curses in Fort Worth, Texas, to ministry in Peru, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic. Along the way we’ve encountered witchdoctors, voodoo influences, and spiritual attacks, but also witnessed God’s power to break chains of oppression. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by insights from scholars like Dr. Michael Heiser, we’ve learned to step into our authority in Christ—despite coming from church backgrounds that rarely addressed the unseen. This foundational episode unpacks how these experiences deepened our faith and how you, too, can stand firm in God’s purpose for your life.

In this first episode of the Spiritual Recon Podcast, we lay the foundation for what it means to do spiritual reconnaissance as followers of Jesus. Too often, believers are caught off guard by unseen battles that shape our lives. But Scripture reminds us that we are not wrestling against flesh and blood — and God has already given us the tools to stand firm. Join us as we unpack the meaning behind “recon,” share real-life stories of spiritual warfare, and explore why understanding the unseen realm is vital for every believer. This conversation will challenge you to see beyond the surface and step into your identity and authority in Christ.

There’s a war in the unseen realm — and it shapes the battles you face every day. Join Adam and Diana Clay as they expose the enemy’s schemes, share stories from over 20 years of frontline ministry, and equip you to live out your calling as a follower of Jesus. Subscribe now and get ready for launch day!