The Watchers, AI & the Portals Between Worlds

Could the world's obsession with AI, portals, and the supernatural be fulfilling an ancient spiritual deception? In this powerful conversation, Tony Merkel sits down with pastor and author Darren Stott to explore biblical portals, spiritual warfare, and the unseen battle shaping today's culture. They reveal how modern technology and supernatural experiences echo patterns found throughout Scripture while exposing the dangers of counterfeit spiritual power. Most importantly, Darren explains why Jesus Christ is the only path to true freedom and lasting hope in an increasingly deceptive world. Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference! If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 🚨 Join Our Exclusive Community 🔗 Get early access to exclusive content:    / theconfessionalspodcast   📕 Pre-order Tony's Book: https://a.co/d/0bJS3SaV 📚 Tony's Recommended Reads: https://slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.c... 🌟 Darren Stott Website: https://www.darrenstott.com/ Signed Book: https://www.darrenstott.com/resources... YouTube: ‪@darrenstott‬ 🤝 Sponsors: Merkel Media Apparel: https://merkmerch.com/ GhostBed: https://www.ghostbed.com/pages/tony?u... Quince: https://www.quince.com/our-core-colle... The Wellness Company: https://www.twc.health/pages/tony?ref... Venice AI: https://venice.ai/theconfessionals 💈 Affiliates You Can Trust: 🎧 Audio-Technica ATH-M50x – These legendary headphones have been Tony’s go-to since 2019, delivering studio-quality sound with unbeatable clarity. Whether he’s deep in the mix or on the go, they never miss a beat! 🎤 Shure SM7B is the gold standard for podcasting! Every episode at Merkel Media runs through this powerhouse mic, which captures every word with precision and warmth. If it's good enough for the pros, it’s good enough for you! 🔔 Subscribe for More Content 👉    / @theconfessionalspodcast   💬 Leave a Comment! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Connect With Us: 🛜 Website: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] 📢 FOLLOW US: 🟣 Instagram:   / theconfessionalspodcast   ❌ X: https://x.com/TConfessionals 🔵 Facebook:   / theconfessionalspodcast   📌 Website: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com 📚 Reddit:   / theconfessionals   💬 Discord:   / discord   📬 Mailing Address: Merkel Media 6726 Morganton Rd P.O. Box #08 Greenback, TN 37742 #879 00:00 - Prayer for Lindsay 00:11 - Episode Teaser 01:22 – Introducing Darren Stott 05:20 – The Spiritual Shift Since 2020 08:01 – Fear, Discernment, and Darkness 14:07 – Biohacking, AI, and Spiritual Portals 18:00 – Is the Church Ready? 20:19 – Church History and the Supernatural 31:16 – Christian Mystics and Miracles 43:26 – Ibogaine and Spiritual Gateways 1:01:43 – Deliverance and Spiritual Warfare 1:39:39 – Babylon, Kingdoms, and Ancient Portals 2:05:25 – AI, Hybridization, and the Future 2:15:29 – Jesus Is the Only Answer - Final Thoughts