Podcast Summary
Encounter stories and new beard oil scent on The Confessionals: The Confessionals podcast shares fascinating encounter stories and introduces a new scent of beard oil called UFO, described as a smooth, fruity scent. Listeners can join as members for access to exclusive content and emergency preparedness food.
The podcast, The Confessionals, offers a new scent of beard oil called UFO, which is described as a smooth, fruity scent. The host, Tony Merkel, shares a fascinating encounter story involving a giant and small gray entities. The podcast also features guests, Jason and Amy, who share Jason's experience of dying and returning with stories from both heaven and hell. Jason was born with a condition that made him prone to dehydration and, during Christmas shopping in 2016, he became severely ill and died for about 30-45 minutes. The podcast also offers emergency preparedness food and encourages listeners to become members for access to exclusive content. The podcast covers a range of intriguing topics, from personal encounters to spiritual experiences.
Experience of losing a loved one in real life: The sudden death of a loved one can be emotionally and practically challenging. Seek support from family and friends during this difficult time.
The sudden and unexpected death of a loved one can be a shocking and traumatic experience. The speaker in this discussion had taken care of her husband when he fell ill, assuming he would recover. However, when he died in the car on the way to the hospital, she was unprepared for the reality of his death. Despite her attempts to revive him, she was unable to save him. The experience was deeply distressing for her and her family, and they were told that he had no brain activity upon arrival at the hospital. The speaker emphasizes that the experience of losing a loved one in real life is vastly different from what is portrayed in movies or imagined. It is important to be prepared for the emotional and practical challenges that come with the death of a loved one, and to seek support from family and friends during this difficult time.
Love and faith provide hope and strength: Despite facing challenges like brain damage or death, the power of love and faith can help individuals find hope and strength.
Even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges, such as a loved one's severe brain damage or experiencing death and hell, having the support of loved ones and faith can provide hope and strength. The woman's husband, who had experienced death and hell, shared how the love and prayers of others helped her through her darkest moments. Additionally, he shared his own experience of being confronted with the consequences of his past actions in hell, emphasizing the importance of living a good life and being held accountable for one's actions.
From Hell to Heaven: A Spiritual Transformation: Experiencing love and light in heaven contrasts the darkness and despair of hell. Spiritual connections endure beyond physical death, and love consumes you in heaven.
The speaker described experiencing a profound transformation from being in hell to being in heaven. In hell, he felt consumed by darkness and despair, but in heaven, he was surrounded by love and light. He also had a conversation with his deceased dog in a form of mind speak, and when he saw Jesus, he knew exactly who he was due to their spiritual connection. Jesus told him he needed to return to earth despite the hardships, and showed him the nail marks on his hands as a reminder of the sacrifice made for everyone. The speaker emphasized that the spirit world is more real than the physical world, and that love consumes you in heaven, while darkness consumes you in hell.
Emphasis on Relationship with Jesus in Heaven: Heaven emphasizes the significance of having a personal relationship with Jesus over mere religious practices. The speaker's experience showcased beautiful unity and inclusivity through the singing of music in every language.
According to the speaker's experience, the importance of having a relationship with Jesus was emphasized during his conversation with Him in heaven. He described Jesus as having light blue eyes, an observation that aligns with certain biblical interpretations. The speaker also shared his belief that Jesus wanted him to see the consequences of not following Him, emphasizing the significance of faith and relationship over mere religious practices. He also described his experience in heaven as filled with beautiful music being sung in every language, showcasing the unity and inclusivity of the spirit world. Despite his initial reluctance to return, he ultimately understood that he had a mission to share his story and the message of the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus.
Encountering God and a Deceased Dog in Heaven: A deeply personal experience of heaven suggests the possibility of pets going there, but the focus is on spiritual connection with God and angels, rather than material possessions.
The speaker shares a deeply personal and profound experience of encountering God in heaven, where they saw their deceased dog. While they cannot definitively answer whether all animals go to heaven, they believe it's possible based on their own experience. The speaker also emphasizes that their time in heaven was focused on their interaction with God and the presence of angels, rather than material possessions or animals. The encounter challenged the speaker's understanding of God's omnipresence and provided a new perspective. The discussion highlights the emotional connection people have with their pets and raises the question of the afterlife for animals.
Jason's Encounter with Jesus' Omnipresence and Unique Experiences in Heaven and Hell: Jason's encounter with Jesus revealed the spiritual realm's unique nature, where there are no physical limits or time constraints, and his mission was to share this message with others before Jesus' return.
During Jason's encounter with Jesus, he experienced Jesus' omnipresence, or being in all places at once. This concept, which is part of the Christian belief in the Holy Trinity, is difficult to put into words as it transcends our physical understanding. Jason also shared that during his time in hell, time didn't exist, and his experience felt like an eternity. In contrast, in heaven, time seemed to pass quickly as he didn't want to leave. These experiences highlight the spiritual realm's unique nature, where there are no physical limits or time constraints. Ultimately, Jason's mission was to share his experiences with others, as Jesus was coming back soon.
A terrifying encounter with the afterlife: The afterlife is a place of eternal suffering, where decisions made in life have irreversible consequences.
The speaker's encounter with the afterlife, specifically the lake of fire, left a profound and terrifying impact on them. They describe seeing Satan as a human and being face to face with the lake of fire, which was filled with people who were burning and suffering for eternity. The speaker wanted to help them but couldn't, as the decision once made in the afterlife is final. The lake of fire was described as a never-ending expanse of fire, where people were continuously suffering. The experience left a deep emotional scar on the speaker, who had to come to terms with the horrors they had witnessed. The speaker's husband, Jason, who also experienced this encounter, returned with significant brain damage due to the traumatic experience.
Brain injury brings unexpected challenges: A brain injury can lead to significant memory loss, difficulty with everyday tasks, financial hardships, and loss of social connections, but it can also bring about newfound compassion and a more positive outlook on life.
A brain injury can drastically change a person's life, requiring intensive care and rehabilitation, and leading to significant memory loss and difficulty with everyday tasks. The injury can also bring about unexpected challenges, such as financial hardships and loss of social connections. However, the experience can also lead to newfound compassion and a more positive outlook on life. The individual shared that despite the difficulties, they are grateful for the experience as it helped them overcome their temper and develop a greater understanding of people with disabilities. The individual's life was transformed in an instant, but they remain determined to keep moving forward with a sense of humor.
Finding solace in faith after a traumatic brain injury: Despite the challenges of memory loss, aphasia, and relearning basic skills after a brain injury, the speaker's faith in Jesus provided him with the strength to persevere.
Despite the challenges and hardships faced after a traumatic brain injury, the speaker found solace and importance in his relationship with Jesus. He went from driving big trucks to relearning how to drive a car, experiencing gradual memory recall, and dealing with aphasia. The process of coming back to life from the spirit world to the hospital was a foggy memory, but the speaker emphasized the significance of his faith in getting him through the experience. The speaker also mentioned that he didn't remember much about the hospital stay, including visitors, but was grateful for the support of his community. Overall, the speaker's resilience and faith shone through the challenges he faced.
Personal account of traumatic brain injury and memory loss: Memory loss and disorientation after a brain injury can make it difficult for individuals to recall events accurately, and their experiences may not align with extraordinary claims.
Traumatic brain injuries can result in significant memory loss and disorientation, making it challenging for individuals to recall events accurately. The speaker shared their personal experience of being in a hospital and going through rehabilitation after a brain injury. They remembered bits and pieces of their hospital stay but couldn't recall anything from their time in the ICU due to being partially out of it. During rehab, they longed to walk again but couldn't, as their body didn't remember how. The nurse's attempts to brush their teeth were met with resistance, and they would pull out their feeding tube. The speaker also shared how the man started speaking gibberish and using inappropriate language when he first came out of his coma. The speaker expressed skepticism towards some public figures' claims of dying and coming back with extraordinary experiences, particularly those involving the supernatural. They mentioned that it was hard for them to believe these stories fully, especially when it came to elements that didn't align with their own experience. The speaker emphasized that their friend, Jason, was a trustworthy person who wouldn't make things up and that his experiences, including the one involving a dog, were genuine. The speaker also mentioned that they were more open to believing experiences that resonated with their own.
Sharing personal beliefs after extraordinary experiences: Respect others' spiritual journey, acknowledge skeptics, and share beliefs with care and understanding
Personal experiences, even those as extraordinary as a near-death experience, can lead to a deep sense of urgency to share one's beliefs, but not everyone may be receptive. The speaker shared how she lost friends after sharing her experience, as some couldn't accept the consequences or supernatural elements of her story. She emphasized that everyone is at different stages in their spiritual journey and that it's important to respect that. The speaker also acknowledged the existence of skeptics and naysayers, but encouraged the importance of sharing one's experiences and beliefs, as there is truth in various religious texts, like the talking donkey in the Bible. Ultimately, the speaker expressed the ongoing challenge of finding the right words to convey such an extraordinary experience to others.
Exploring the Spirit World and Challenging Reality: The speaker's experiences in the spirit world have challenged their perception of reality and led them to question the limitations of our physical world, raising the possibility of other dimensions or realms.
The speaker's experiences with the paranormal and the spirit world have led them to question the reality of our physical world and consider the possibility that there are other dimensions or realms that are more real than our own. This belief was challenged when they were criticized by a younger church member for believing in Bigfoot, but the speaker's experiences in the spirit world have given them a new perspective on what is possible. The speaker also shared their personal experiences of feeling no pain in heaven and intense suffering in hell. These experiences have made them question the limitations of our physical world and the reality of the spiritual realm. The speaker's belief in the existence of Bigfoot and other paranormal phenomena is just one example of the many unexplained experiences that have led them to this belief.
A Near-Death Experience Led to a Deep Desire to Share the Message of Jesus: A near-death experience transformed one's perspective, leading to a deep desire to spread the message of Jesus and encourage personal relationships with God, despite facing rejection in some churches.
The speaker's experience of a heightened reality after a near-death experience has led them to a deep desire to share their story and spread the message of Jesus. Despite facing rejection in some churches, they believe that it's important to reach out to those who may be at risk of going to hell and encourage them to have a personal relationship with God. They plan to write a book about their experience to share their message with a wider audience, and they see themselves as an evangelist, spreading God's word and bringing people to Him. They view God as a regular person, yet a god, and emphasize that having a relationship with Him is all that's required. They are motivated by a sense of urgency to help others avoid the fate of those they saw in the lake of fire.
The desupernaturalization of Christianity in American culture: Despite the lack of belief in the supernatural among some Christians, the speaker remains committed to sharing his religious experiences and warning of Jesus' imminent return, emphasizing the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit and sharing one's faith.
The speaker believes that the desupernaturalization of Christianity in American culture has led to a lack of belief in the supernatural among Christians, which may explain why the speaker is not receiving many invitations to share his religious experiences. However, he remains committed to sharing his story, as he believes it is his mission to warn people that Jesus is coming back soon and that there are consequences for not believing. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit and sharing one's faith, as you never know when you or others may die and face judgment. The speaker's experience occurred in December 2016, and he started sharing his story through a podcast a month later.
Tony's Unique Podcast Ministry Reaches a Diverse Audience: Tony's podcast allows guests to share stories freely, reaching diverse individuals, recognized as a divine calling by a listener, and continues to inspire connections despite challenges.
Tony's podcast, which allows guests to share their stories and beliefs freely, reaches people who may not attend traditional churches or engage with religious content in a conventional way. This open format enables him to connect with a diverse audience, including individuals with varying beliefs and backgrounds. Jesus, a listener, believed that Tony's podcast ministry was a unique calling from God, recognizing the impact of his conversations with guests and their stories. Despite the challenges and criticisms, Tony continues to enjoy the process of connecting with individuals from all walks of life. He encourages listeners to share the podcast with others to help it grow. Recently, Tony welcomed the birth of his daughter, Gemma, who is now healthy and at home.
Communicate with loved ones during uncertain times: Keep loved ones informed and involved, even during tough times, to maintain connections and support.
Even when things seem uncertain or challenging, it's important to keep pushing forward and communicate with those around us. The phrase "Tell your grandma. Tell your moms. It's not over. Well, that was fun" suggests that despite the end of a particular event or situation, there's always more to come. It's crucial to keep those we care about informed and involved, especially during difficult times. This can help maintain a sense of connection and support. Furthermore, even when things are tough, it's essential to maintain a positive attitude and find enjoyment in the experience, no matter how small. By focusing on the bright side and staying engaged, we can overcome adversity and move forward with renewed energy and determination.
