Are Demons Real? Scholar Craig Keener Reveals the Eye-Opening Evidence

About this episode

Dr. Craig Keener discusses the reality of demons and spiritual warfare based on biblical teachings and cultural research.

Are demons real — or are stories of possession and spiritual oppression simply myths? In this eye-opening conversation, renowned New Testament scholar and author Dr. Craig Keener joins Billy Hallowell to discuss the reality of the demonic, what the Bible teaches about spiritual warfare, and the fascinating research documenting possession-like experiences across cultures worldwide. Stream CBN's new documentary "Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons" at cbn.com/supernatural

People in this episode

Host: Billy Hallowell

Guest: Craig Keener

Topics covered

• demons
• spiritual warfare
• possession
• cultural experiences
• New Testament scholarship

Keywords

• demons
• spiritual oppression
• possession
• Craig Keener
• Bible
• spiritual warfare
• cultural research

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CBN

Books & works: Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons

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