God Is Not A Theory
God Is Not A Theory
God Is Not A Theory is a podcast with Ken Fish of Orbis Ministries answering difficult but important questions about our walk with Jesus
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Nov 13, 2025 • 50min
S646 - What Can We Learn from Saul and the Medium of Endor? With Ken Fish
Sign Up Free Mini E-Courses: Free Mini CoursesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceDonate: Give - Orbis MinistriesIn this episode, Ken Fish and Grant Pemberton explore one of the most curious and unsettling stories in the Bible: Saul’s visit to the medium of Endor, where the prophet Samuel appears from the dead. They discuss whether it was really Samuel, what the spirit world looked like before the resurrection of Jesus, and what this story teaches us about the boundaries of spiritual practice.The second half of the episode shifts into a pastoral conversation about grief. Ken shares insight into how prolonged mourning can open people up to deception, why some people report seeing or hearing from the dead, and the biblical view of familiar spirits. The episode ends with a gentle call for reconciliation, healing, and the importance of processing loss in a healthy way.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: Give - Orbis Ministries- Download the app: App - Orbis Ministries- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 16min
S645 - What’s Really Behind the Rise of Modern Halloween? With Ken Fish
Ken Fish, a ministry leader and author with a focus on Holy Spirit-led encounters, chats about the evolution of Halloween from fun to occult. He explores its pagan roots and discusses how spiritual hunger in a secular world drives people back to ancient practices. Ken shares chilling stories of haunted houses he's cleansed, revealing dramatic supernatural manifestations. He also emphasizes the importance of burial traditions, urging Christians to honor the body as part of their faith and discuss effective responses to encounters with evil spirits.
Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 26min
S6E44 - Prophetic Panel from ILLUMINATION
Get the ILLUMINATION Trilogy: Click HereSign Up Free Mini E-Courses: Free Mini CoursesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceThis episode captures a prophetic panel discussion from the ILLUMINATION Conference. Ken Fish moderates a thoughtful dialogue among seasoned prophetic voices about how the Church can navigate current cultural, spiritual, and global challenges.The panel explores topics such as the prophetic role of the Church in times of unrest, discerning true and false prophecy, how to shepherd prophetic words responsibly, and how to remain rooted in Scripture while being led by the Spirit. There’s a strong focus on unity, humility, and the need for personal intimacy with God as the foundation for any public prophetic ministry.If you're curious about what mature prophetic leadership looks like in the modern world, this episode offers a grounded, practical look inside a live and honest conversation.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: Give - Orbis Ministries- Download the app: App - Orbis Ministries- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Oct 23, 2025 • 48min
S6E43 - Recorded Live from ILLUMINATION with Ken Fish & Grant Pemberton
Sign Up Free Mini E-Courses: Free Mini CoursesDonate to Orbis: Give - Orbis MinistriesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceIn this special live episode, Ken Fish and Grant Pemberton reflect on the ILLUMINATION Conference and what made this gathering unique. They explore the intentional design behind the schedule, the fusion of prophetic and teaching ministries, and key takeaways from various speakers—ranging from Alicia Britt Chole's piercing messages to scientific insights dismantling new age infiltration in the church.Ken also unpacks his vision for a sustainable spiritual movement that integrates depth, love, humility, and strategic discipleship. He discusses what's coming next, how listeners can get involved, and the significance of a verified supernatural moment that took place at the event—a visible glory cloud captured on camera.The episode concludes with a call to action: become part of a move of God that doesn't fade but grows, matures, and transforms the world.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: Give - Orbis Ministries- Download the app: App - Orbis Ministries- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Oct 16, 2025 • 47min
S6E42 - Is Peace in the Middle East Finally Possible After the Hostage Release? With Ken Fish
Donate to Orbis: Give - Orbis MinistriesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceIn this episode, Ken Fish and Grant Pemberton reflect on the latest developments in Israel following the October 7 attacks, the release of hostages, and a tentative peace agreement. Ken unpacks what’s really happening in the region, how it fits into the biblical narrative, and what it means for Christians today. They delve into replacement theology, the historical persecution of Jews by the Church, and the danger of misinterpreting prophecy.Ken challenges listeners to see Israel not as a political pawn, but as a prophetic key to understanding the return of Jesus. The episode offers biblical clarity, historical insight, and a call to discernment in confusing times.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Oct 9, 2025 • 2min
S6E41 - Ken Fish Checks in from Brentwood, Tennessee
Donate to Orbis: Give - Orbis MinistriesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceIn this ultra-brief special episode, Ken Fish checks in from Brentwood, Tennessee, where the Illumination Conference is underway. Due to the conference schedule, a full-length podcast episode wasn’t recorded this week.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Oct 2, 2025 • 19min
S6E40 - What Does It Mean to “Fret Not” in a Culture of Outrage? With Ken Fish
Register for ILLUMINATION: ILLUMINATION ConferenceDonate to Orbis: Give - Orbis MinistriesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceIn this solo episode, Ken Fish continues his reflections on the problem of evil and the importance of maintaining a godly heart posture in a chaotic world. With references to Psalm 46 and Psalm 37, Ken unpacks how believers can stay emotionally grounded and spiritually resilient even in the midst of violence, injustice, and global instability. This episode is a call to trust, do good, and guard our hearts from the corrosive effects of anger and fear.Ken contrasts modern media’s incitement to outrage with the biblical invitation to be still, wait patiently, and walk faithfully. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news cycle or struggling with personal discouragement, this episode provides both scriptural clarity and pastoral comfort.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Sep 25, 2025 • 35min
S6E39 - The Problem of Violence and What To Do About It -- Ken Fish
Register for ILLUMINATION: ILLUMINATION ConferenceDonate to Orbis: Give - Orbis MinistriesSign Up for Prayer: Orbis Prayer Ministry Network – Receive prayer for healing, prophecy, inner healing and deliveranceIn this solo episode, Ken Fish addresses the urgent and growing issue of violence in our society, particularly in the wake of the killing of Charlie Kirk. Drawing from ten key scriptures, Ken lays out a deeply biblical foundation for how followers of Jesus are to understand, respond to, and resist the spirit of violence.This episode tackles hard questions about anger, revenge, political polarization, and the temptation to take justice into our own hands. Ken explores themes such as:God’s original intent for peace and justiceThe distinction between killing and murderThe corrupting power of violence on both people and the landThe role of government and law enforcementWhy Christians are called to be peacemakers—even in the face of persecutionHow to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at Homepage | Orbis School of Ministry or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 3min
S6E38 - Can Prayer Still Heal a Divided Nation? With James Lowe and Ken Fish
Register for ILLUMINATION: https://kingdomillumination.org/Donate to Orbis: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/giveSign Up for Prayer: https://orbisprayer.org/In this episode, Ken Fish sits down with Pastor James Lowe for an honest conversation about faith, race, leadership, and healing. James opens up about his own story — a powerful testimony of being raised by a single mother, falling into sin, and coming to know Christ through supernatural encounters and the steady prayers of his mother.They also reflect on the death of George Floyd and how that moment revealed both deep wounds and deep opportunities — for the Church to listen, pray, and act with humility. James shares what it felt like to pastor during that time, and why we need to learn to respond with tenderness instead of fear or outrage.This conversation is a reminder that revival starts with repentance, and that love — not anger — changes lives.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at https://orbissm.com/ or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 1min
S6E37 - Are You Living as a Son or Striving as a Servant? With Leif Hetland and Ken Fish
Register for ILLUMINATION: https://kingdomillumination.org/Donate to Orbis: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/giveSign Up for Prayer: https://orbisprayer.org/In this episode, Ken Fish is joined by Leif Hetland, founder of Global Mission Awareness, as they dive into what it means to live from the Father's embrace, how to release the culture of the Kingdom, and the journey of sonship over servanthood. Leif opens up about the spiritual transformation he experienced that shifted his ministry from striving to abiding, and how the love of the Father is the key to healing trauma and walking in Kingdom identity.Whether you are a pastor, a leader, or simply someone yearning for more of God's presence in your life, this episode will stir your heart and awaken your spirit to the supernatural love that transforms nations, cities, and hearts—starting with your own.How to Engage with Orbis:- Check out Ken's book, On the Road with the Holy Spirit: https://a.co/d/0OVIIA0- Partner with Orbis Financially: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/give- Download the app: https://subsplash.com/orbisministries/app- Are you interested in learning about Holy Spirit-led ministry? Visit Orbis School of Ministry at https://orbissm.com/ or email our Registrar, Jo McKay, at jo@orbisminstries.org- Upcoming Orbis Ministries overseas ministry trips are posted on orbisministries.org under the Train tab- Join an International Ministry Trip link behind the registration/login portal.- Do you want to join Ken's private Facebook discussion group, "God is not a Theory?" Please send a Facebook Direct Message to Bryan Orbis and a friend request to be added to it.
