Support the show:<br />https://www.patreon.com/branham <br /><br />Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts:<br />https://william-branham.org/podcast <br /><br />John and Steve discuss the influence of propaganda within religious and political spheres, drawing parallels between the tactics used by the NAR and other esoteric and mystical traditions. They explore how these movements manipulate vague scriptural passages to propagate their agendas, highlighting the dangers of such practices. The conversation also touches on the historical roots and evolution of these ideas, tracing their connections back to figures like Vladimir Soloviev and the impact of his philosophies on current religious and political thought.<br /><br />The episode emphasizes the convergence of various apostate movements and the role of propaganda in shaping public opinion and religious beliefs. The hosts discuss the manipulative techniques used by leaders within these movements to create a sense of urgency and unity among followers, often leading to divisive and harmful outcomes. They also reflect on their personal experiences and the challenges faced by individuals trying to escape such manipulative environments. The discussion underscores the importance of critical thinking and discernment in navigating the complex landscape of modern religious and political movements.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:31 Podcast Welcome and Host Introduction<br />01:09 Discussion on Internet Comments and Public Discourse<br />02:22 Political and Theological Implications of Current Events<br />03:56 Personal Political Views and Public Perception<br />05:19 Guest Struggles and Public Reactions<br />07:05 Historical and Contemporary Propaganda Tactics<br />09:45 Vladimir Solovyov's Influence and Russian Ideology<br />12:26 Modern Propaganda and Its Impact on Public Opinion<br />14:29 Sophia and Gnostic Influences<br />17:01 Manipulation of Religious Concepts and Discernment<br />19:05 Solovyov's Prophetic Claims and Theological Influence<br />21:16 Russian Cosmism and Its Esoteric Roots<br />25:47 Union of Religious and Political Ideologies<br />30:19 Esoteric Knowledge and Religious Propaganda<br />34:45 Controversial Doctrines and Their Origins<br />38:22 The Concept of Perfection in Esoteric Teachings<br />42:18 Unification of Believers in Prophetic Visions<br />46:39 The Role of Cosmism in Modern Ideologies<br />50:49 The Marvel Universe Analogy and Religious Networks<br />54:09 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections on the Converging Apostasy<br />______________________<br />– Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham<br />– Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ<br />– Visit the website: https://william-branham.org<br />– Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg <br />– Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham<br />– Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr<br />– Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books
