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Raised & Redeemed

Michaela Nikolaenko

I’m Michaela—a wife, mom, and Jesus follower who was radically saved from child abuse trauma, substance abuse, New Age deception, sex work, and ungodly relationships. Now, I share what it means to live a raised and redeemed life after a life of sin. This podcast is for those who’ve been to the dark side and back—and are ready to grow in holiness, confront the battle within, and pursue sanctification through spiritual discipline. Rooted in Orthodox Christianity, this is real talk for the soul

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01:22:51

103. From Charismatic Christian to Orthodox Christian...

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2025/09/24

✨ In this powerful Orthodox Christian testimony, I sit down with my friend Romy Scates to share her journey of faith—from growing up in the Assemblies of God, to falling away into New Age spirituality, to finally finding her way home to the Orthodox Church.Raised in the church, Romy never fully forgot that Jesus Christ is Lord. But as she searched for truth, she found herself entangled in the deception of the New Age. Later, as she returned to Christianity, she discovered that many Protestant

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01:28:49

102. What Happens When We Die? Orthodox Priest on the...

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2025/08/20

What happens when we die? In this episode, Orthodox priest Fr. Paul Truebenbach joins me to share the ancient Christian understanding of the afterlife, the 40 days after death, and the reality of spiritual warfare.We discuss how the Orthodox Church explains the journey of the soul after death, the difference between temptation and demonic oppression, and how to prepare for the Final Judgment. We also address common questions: Can demons know your thoughts? Are paranormal experiences and “ghosts”

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00:16:22

101. What does it mean to be an excellent Christian?...

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2025/07/23

What does it truly mean to be an excellent Christian? In this season finale of the Raised & Redeemed podcast we reach the summit of the Christian life by exploring Steps 26–30 of Thirty Steps to Heaven by Fr. Vassilios Papavassiliou—based on the timeless Orthodox classic The Ladder of Divine Ascent by St. John Climacus.In this episode, we dive deep into the virtues that crown a life in Christ: 🧭 Discernment🌿 Stillness 🙏 Prayer 🔥 Dispassion 💫 Faith, Hope, and LoveThis isn’t about striving

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00:19:27

100. Practical Steps to Overcome Pride with Humility...

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2025/07/16

Are you struggling with pride, vainglory, or the constant need for validation? This video explores the final and most dangerous passions from the Ladder of Divine Ascent - vainglory and pride - and reveals their powerful antidotes: meekness, simplicity, and humility.What You'll Learn:✅ The difference between vainglory and pride (and why pride is deadlier)✅ How validation-seeking destroys our spiritual life✅ Why "fake saints" are more dangerous than honest sinners✅ Practical steps to

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00:11:56

99. Growing in Alertness to the Holy Spirit | The...

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2025/07/09

Growing in Alertness to the Holy Spirit - Awakening the Numb SoulHave you ever caught yourself praying but not really praying? Going through the motions of faith while feeling spiritually numb? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, we explore how to move from spiritual insensitivity to genuine alertness to God's presence.📖 WHAT WE COVER:Step 18: The dangerous trap of spiritual insensitivity and hypocrisyStep 19: When sleep becomes escape from spiritual realityStep 20: Cultivating true

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00:18:03

98. Overcoming the Love of Money & the Fear That...

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2025/07/02

Today we discuss overcoming the love of money and the fear that fuels it by deep diving into Steps 16-17 & 21 from "Thirty Steps to Heaven" and "The Ladder of Divine Ascent" - exploring how to overcome avarice (greed) through voluntary poverty and conquering the fear that drives our attachment to money.🔥 What You'll Learn:✅ The spiritual roots of greed and money anxiety✅ How fear of lack keeps us trapped in endless striving✅ The difference between holy fear vs unholy

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00:25:30

97. How to Battle the Passion of Lust | The Ladder of...

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2025/06/25

In this powerful episode of Raised & Redeemed, we dive into Step 15 of "Thirty Steps to Heaven" by Fr. Vassilios Papavassiliou to explore how to battle the passion of lust and walk in true spiritual freedom.You'll learn how to recognize the spiritual roots of lust, distinguish it from God’s holy design for sexuality, and apply biblical strategies for healing and growth. Whether you’re battling temptation, guiding others, or seeking to deepen your faith, this episode offers both

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00:18:33

96. Conquering the Spiritual Passion of Gluttony |...

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2025/06/18

The spiritual passion of gluttony is more than overeating—it’s a battle for your soul. In this episode of Raised & Redeemed, discover how to conquer it through Christ.✨ Gluttony isn’t just about food—it’s a disordered desire that weakens our will, clouds our spiritual clarity, and distances us from God.In this episode, we’ll explore:~ What gluttony really is according to the Bible and the Church Fathers~ How gluttony affects your spiritual life, mental health, and self-control~ The connection

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00:13:21

95. Defeating the Demon of Despondency | Thirty Steps...

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2025/06/11

Feeling spiritually weary? Defeat the noonday demon of despondency with ancient wisdom that actually works.Ever felt like God isn't hearing your prayers? Like your spiritual motivation has completely disappeared? You're not just dealing with a bad mood—you're facing one of the enemy's most subtle attacks: spiritual despondency (acedia). This episode reveals how to fight back.🎯 What You'll Learn:✅ What despondency really is (and why it's not just depression)✅ The 3 gateways

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00:16:34

94. How to Overcome Anger as a Christian | Thirty...

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2025/06/04

How do you overcome anger as a Christian? Or the passions like malice and slander that flow from it? In order to overcome it, we have to get to its root: our hearts.In this episode, we dive into Steps 8–12 of Thirty Steps to Heaven by Fr. Vassilios Papavassiliou, based on The Ladder of Divine Ascent by St. John Climacus. These steps focus on the spiritual passions that flow from pride and poison our relationships:🤐 Meekness & Loss of Anger🤐 Remembrance of Wrongs & Malice🤐 Slander🤐

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00:17:08

93. The First 7 Steps to Spiritual Freedom | Thirty...

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2025/05/28

What does it take to begin the journey to true spiritual freedom? In this episode of The Raised & Redeemed Podcast, we begin our ascent up the Ladder of Divine Ascent by St. John Climacus, guided by Thirty Steps to Heaven by Fr. Vassilios Papavassiliou.🪜 Today, we cover Steps 1–7, which lay the spiritual foundation for inner transformation:🕊 Renunciation🕊 Detachment🕊 Exile🕊 Obedience🕊 Repentance🕊 Remembrance of Death🕊 Holy MourningThese ancient steps help us break free from the sins and

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00:09:48

92. How to Overcome Sinful Passions | Thirty Steps to...

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2025/05/21

In this season, we will discuss how to overcome sinful passions with heavenly virtues using Thirty Steps to Heaven by Fr. Vassilios Papavassiliou, a spiritual manual based on The Ladder of Divine Ascent by St. John Climacus.In this episode, I share where I’ve been, what’s been stirring in my heart, and why this season is all about the real spiritual battle—not just casting out darkness, but becoming holy through everyday choices.We will discuss:💥 Why the true spiritual war happens inside of us💥

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01:34:08

91. Unmasking Gods, Fallen Angels, and Halloween with...

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2024/10/16

In this episode, Father Andrew Stephen Damick is unmasking gods, fallen angels, and Halloween from an Orthodox Christian perspective.Fr. Andrew is an Orthodox Christian, Husband, Dad, Priest, and Chief Content Officer for Ancient Faith Ministries. He co-hosts The Lord of Spirits podcast with Fr. Stephen De Young, and authored a book we'll be discussing titled, The Lord of Spirits. In this episode you can expect to learn more about the gods, fallen angels, giants, demonic possession, deliverance

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01:18:16

90. Former Strippers For Jesus | Strip Club Ministries

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2024/10/02

Ever wondered what strip club ministries really do and how they aim to reach the broken hearts of strippers? These INCREDIBLE WOMEN and former strippers for Jesus, are with us today to talk about what leads women into sex work, how strippers respond to the gospel, how to prevent women from ending up in this line of work, and some praise reports from their ministry outreaches.Paige Lohman is the founder of Girl Redeemed Ministries, Helping Women Mature in Christ w/ discipleship & strip club

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01:01:15

89. Financial Dominatrix Finds Jesus | Ashley...

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2024/09/18

What happens when a financial dominatrix finds Jesus? Does the anger and ammo that made this form of sex work possible get healed? Does the presence of Jesus flood out the demons who were getting pleasure from this abuse and exploitation?Today, Ashley Burson-Jones shares her testimony of how she got into findom, the dark things she experienced there, and how Jesus redeemed her from this path of immorality and destruction. ---------------------------------------------------- Follow Ashley 👉

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00:50:22

88. Strip Clubs - A Christian Perspective

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2024/09/04

Before I knew Jesus and His love for me, I was many things, one being a stripper. In today's episode: Inside Strip Clubs - A Christian Perspective, I will be taking you into the strip clubs from both an ex-stripper, and now Christian perspective.We will be discussing how I got into the industry, the kinds of people you see inside these places, whether or not stripping is a gateway into "other things," and what led to me now walking a changed

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00:18:22

87. OnlyFans - A Christian Perspective

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2024/08/21

After seeing more girls I know and love get involved with this, I've finally decided to record this episode: OnlyFans - A Christian Perspective.In this episode, we'll explain what OnlyFans is and why it's dangerous for both those consuming it and those producing it. Ultimately, God wants so much more for your life than for you to be bound to sin and exploited by demonic influences. ---------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast:

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01:22:49

86. Responding to Protestant Objections | Why We Need...

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2024/08/07

Orthodox Catechist, Jamey Bennett, is back on the show to answer some of the protestant questions and objections we got from Episode 79. Primarily focusing on why we need the church to interpret Scripture, why "Sola Scriptura" isn't Biblical, and what the Orthodox view actually is on Scripture.---------------------------------------------------- Follow Jamey 👉 https://www.instagram.com/justjamey/ Bad Books of the Bible Podcast 👉

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01:19:03

85. Dating Shows From a Christian Perspective |...

Raised & Redeemed ·

2024/07/24

In this episode with Ashley Williams, host of a new Christian dating show called Not My Type, we will be discussing dating shows from a Christian perspective!Briefly reviewing Too Hot to Handle, Perfect Match, Love Island, The Ultimatum, 90 Day Fiance, Married at First Sight, Love on the Spectrum, and Sexy Beasts, Ashley and I reflect on all things love and dating and what would make for more successful love matches. Follow Ashley 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@itsmeashleywilliams?lang=e Watch Not My

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01:07:04

84. Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Parenthood | Michaela...

Raised & Redeemed ·

2024/07/10

Join my husband, Vitaliy, and I as we discuss all things pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood!In this episode I get Vitaliy's take on the birth process, fatherhood, marriage after parenthood and so much more. We always have so much fun doing episodes together and hope you enjoy listening just as much! ---------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/raisedandredeemed 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube:

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