The Confessionals

786: Angels, Demons & the Supernatural w/ Lee Strobel

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Aug 26, 2025
Lee Strobel, a former atheist turned Christian apologist and author of "The Case for Christ," shares riveting tales of the supernatural. He discusses miraculous healings and angelic encounters that challenge skepticism. The conversation dives into personal experiences with spiritual warfare, dreams, and the implications of demonic possession. Strobel also explores how these extraordinary events shaped his faith and the broader implications for belief in today’s world. Prepare to rethink what’s possible!
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ANECDOTE

Missionaries Surrounded By Protectors

  • Strobel shares the mission story of John G. Payton whose house appeared surrounded by muscular men in white garments, scaring off a mob.
  • The mob later reported seeing those protecting figures, suggesting an angelic intervention.
INSIGHT

Deathbed Visions Resist Natural Explanations

  • Researchers studied thousands of pre-death visions and found they aren't hallucinations or grief-driven fantasies.
  • The patterns and consistencies in reports argue for a phenomenon that merits serious consideration.
INSIGHT

Scripture Suggests Guardian Angels

  • Biblical passages suggest angels may be assigned to individuals, leading some traditions to affirm guardian angels.
  • Strobel leans toward the belief we do have guardian angels, though theologians differ.
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