EP11: Holy Ghosted – Awakening and the Holy Spirit

What if the Holy Spirit was never outside of you—but always the voice of remembrance within?

In this episode of the Unchurching Podcast, Clint and Rachelle dive into the multifaceted nature of the Holy Spirit. They share personal experiences and cultural perspectives, explore how different denominations frame the Spirit, and discuss the neurobiology of worship and collective experience.

This conversation reframes the Holy Spirit—not as a distant force to be invited in, but as the inner guide, comforter, and reminder of oneness with God and with ourselves. Along the way, they unpack themes of fear, control, atonement, and mystical connection, ultimately pointing to the Spirit as a voice of awakening.

✨ You are not separate from God.
✨ The Spirit reminds us of who we truly are.
✨ Awakening is a journey of connection, not fear.

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🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction and Community Engagement
02:41 – Clint's Awakening Journey
05:41 – Understanding the Holy Spirit
08:28 – Cultural Perspectives on the Holy Spirit
11:49 – Personal Experiences with the Holy Spirit
14:20 – Fear, Control, and the Holy Spirit
17:42 – Neurobiology of Worship and Collective Experience
20:20 – The Role of the Holy Spirit in Different Denominations
23:43 – Mystical Views of the Holy Spirit
26:34 – Reframing Atonement and Connection to God
29:25 – The Holy Spirit as a Guide and Comforter
32:26 – The Journey of Awakening and Self-Discovery
35:29 – The Holy Spirit and the Ego Self
38:19 – The Voice of Remembrance and Atonement
41:10 – The Holy Spirit's Role in Our Lives
44:28 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts