This is not a normal episode of Not From the Pulpit. Today we step From the Frontline into a moment where the spiritual realm has erupted onto the world stage.

Charlie Kirk was assassinated, not just as a political figure, but as a Christian whose faith in Jesus Christ drove everything he did. He shared the gospel with millions, and the world hated him because it hated Christ in him. His death is more than tragedy; it is martyrdom.

In this episode, we confront the sobering reality that spiritual warfare is not abstract. It manifests in flesh and blood, in policies, in violence, in history. Evil ideas become weapons, division becomes strategy, and when the light of God is removed from culture, darkness fills the void.

But this is not a message of despair. It’s a wake-up call: for believers to pray like they truly believe in the unseen, to stand boldly for truth, and to live as light in the darkness, whatever the cost. And for those who do not yet know Christ, it’s an invitation to open the door of your heart to the Savior who alone can replace hatred with love and fear with confidence.

Charlie Kirk followed Jesus even unto death. Now he follows Him into eternal life. May his blood remind us that the battle is real, the cost is high, but the victory belongs to Christ.

Connect with Jonathan:
📖 Author of Verbs of Faith
🎙️ Host of Not From the Pulpit
📱 TikTok: @realjonhelms
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📧 Email: notfromthepulpitpodcast@gmail.com

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In this episode of Not From the Pulpit, I sit down with Brian Alexander, who has faced terrifying battles with sleep paralysis and demonic visitations. Brian shares his personal journey of fear, addiction, and how he found freedom in Jesus Christ, not only from drugs but also from the grip of sleep paralysis.

We explore the scientific explanations behind sleep paralysis, the historical legends that have surrounded it for centuries like the Old Hag, the Night Hag, the Japanese concept of kanashibari, and the spiritual dimension that 20% of the world population have experienced.

This episode blends faith, history, and science to uncover the mystery of sleep paralysis while pointing to the hope and victory that is found in Jesus Christ.

Connect with Jonathan:
📖 Author of Verbs of Faith
🎙️ Host of Not From the Pulpit
📱 TikTok: @realjonhelms
🌐 Linktree & More: https://linktr.ee/Jon_Helms
📧 Email: notfromthepulpitpodcast@gmail.com

Guest: Brian Alexander

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Step into the courtroom of Heaven in this powerful conversation with attorney Keith Brady. Together, we explore the spiritual realm through the lens of law. We are guilty as accused, the debt is paid, and demons operate only within the limits they’re legally allowed. Keith shares chilling stories of demonic encounters, unpacks the legalistic nature of spiritual warfare, and reminds us that salvation is as simple and profound as declaring: “I’m with Jesus.”

Whether you’re curious about the unseen rules of the spiritual world, or you need encouragement to stand firm in your faith, this episode shines light on the reality of the battle and the hope we have in Jesus.

Connect with Jonathan:
📖 Author of Verbs of Faith
🎙️ Host of Not From the Pulpit
📱 TikTok: @realjonhelms
🌐 Linktree & More: https://linktr.ee/Jon_Helms

Connect with Keith:
Instagram: @theretiredattorney
Tiktok: : @theretiredattorney

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What if the giants in the Bible weren’t just tall men but the hybrid offspring of fallen angels and human women? In this episode of Not From the Pulpit, Jonathan Helms takes you on a deep dive into one of the Bible’s most intriguing, and terrifying, topics: giants.

From Goliath and his four brothers to King Og of Bashan’s 13.5-foot bed, we explore the biblical record. But we don’t stop there, we also examine extra-biblical sources like the Book of Enoch and the Book of Giants from the Dead Sea Scrolls.

You’ll learn:

• The truth about Goliath’s size, was he diseased or deadly?
• Why David picked up five stones (hint: Goliath had family).
• Who the Watchers were, and how their sin created the Nephilim.
• What happened to the spirits of dead giants, and why they may now be what we call demons.
• How to understand the spiritual implications of giants still influencing the world today.
• A brief mention of the tallest modern human, Robert Wadlow, and how his life invites deeper questions about what qualifies as a “giant.”

This episode also features a direct and raw conversation with AI, where Jonathan presses for answers; where the giants went and whether they still walk the earth in some form today.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Book of Enoch (1 Enoch)
• Book of Giants (Dead Sea Scrolls)
• 2 Samuel 21 / 1 Chronicles 20 (Goliath’s brothers)
• Deuteronomy 3:11 (King Og of Bashan)
• Numbers 13:33 (Anakim and the spy report)
• Matthew 12:43–45 (unclean spirits and the house metaphor)
• Robert Wadlow: Guinness World Records

Connect with Jonathan:
📖 Author of Verbs of Faith
🎙️ Host of Not From the Pulpit
📱 TikTok: @realjonhelms
🌐 Linktree & More: https://linktr.ee/Jon_Helms

In this groundbreaking first episode of Not From the Pulpit, host Jonathan Helms dives deep into the mysterious world of the Watchers; ancient spiritual beings referenced in biblical and extra-biblical texts. Through a fascinating, unfiltered conversation with AI, we explore who the Watchers are, their origins, their interactions with humanity, and their lasting impact on history and mythology.

From the Book of Enoch to Greek mythology, this episode unpacks the complex nature of these beings, their offspring, and the spiritual warfare that surrounds them. Whether you’re curious about angels, giants, demons, or the unseen realm, this episode offers fresh insights and intriguing perspectives you won’t hear from a traditional pulpit.

Join us as we kick off Not From the Pulpit with an honest, thought-provoking dialogue that blends ancient scripture, spiritual realities, and cutting-edge AI conversation.

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