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Dr. Paul Thigpen discusses extraordinary demonic activity and the Church's response, emphasizing discernment and the importance of humility in spiritual warfare.

Episode 4 – Extraordinary Activity – Put on The Armor – A Manual for Spiritual Warfare with Dr. Paul Thigpen, Ph.D In this episode of Put on the Armor: A Manual for Spiritual Warfare , Dr. Paul Thigpen and Kris McGregor turn to the subject of extraordinary demonic activity and the Church’s response to it. Dr. Thigpen explains the distinctions often made between infestation, oppression, obsession and possession, while carefully stressing that these realities are far less common than ordinary temptation and must never be approached in a sensational or reckless way. He emphasizes the wisdom of the Church in requiring discernment, medical evaluation when needed and the guidance of trained priests and appointed exorcists. This conversation helps listeners understand that knowledge of the battle is important, but curiosity or spiritual bravado can open the door to serious danger. At the heart of the episode is a strong call to humility, order and trust in Christ’s authority working through His Church. Dr. Thigpen and Kris McGregor reflect on the difference between prayers that ask God for deliverance and those that directly address demonic powers, underscoring why…

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Host: Kris McGregor

Guest: Dr. Paul Thigpen

Topics covered

• spiritual warfare
• demonic activity
• Church response
• discernment
• prayer
• baptismal identity

Keywords

• spiritual warfare
• demonic activity
• infestation
• oppression
• exorcism
• prayer
• sacraments

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