Continue your journey with FREE Next Level Soul Masterclasses exploring near-death experiences, channeling, consciousness, healing, manifestation, meditation, and more. Start here: https://nextlevelsoul.com/free-courses --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- All links to today's guest's books and official site - click below: 👉 http://www.nextlevelsoul.com/491 --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- On today's episode, we dive deep into the spiritual journey of Aaron Abke, a returning guest who has continually challenged and expanded our understanding of the divine, the scriptures, and the very fabric of our spiritual beliefs. Raised as a third-generation pastor's kid, Aaron’s upbringing was steeped in evangelical Christianity, but his quest for truth led him down a path that diverged dramatically from his roots. This divergence was not born out of rebellion, but from a deep and sincere desire to understand the teachings of Jesus, which he felt had been obscured by centuries of dogma and distortion. Aaron’s story is one of profound awakening. He began to question the very foundations of his faith during his time at Oral Roberts University, where he studied biblical hermeneutics, exegesis, and early church history. Through rigorous study, Aaron began to see contradictions between the teachings of Paul and the words of Jesus himself. This realization sparked a journey that would take him far beyond the confines of traditional Christianity, into the rich and diverse spiritual traditions of the East. “What if this is true, right? If you’re a Christian listening to this, what if this is true, that your Master Jesus had his gospel distorted and changed over time and lost to time, and you’ve been following mostly a false gospel of his?” Aaron asks, challenging us to consider the possibility that the Jesus we know today may not be the true reflection of the historical figure who walked the earth. Aaron’s exploration of Eastern philosophies, particularly Hinduism and Buddhism, opened his eyes to the universal truths that transcend religious boundaries. He found striking similarities between the teachings of Jesus and those of other spiritual masters, leading him to a deeper understanding of Jesus as an enlightened being, rather than merely the figurehead of a specific religion. “Jesus was an enlightened avatar, like so many of the other ones that have graced our planet,” Aaron explains. This realization led him to see the common threads that run through all major spiritual traditions—a truth that is universal and unchanging, despite the cultural and historical differences that shape how it is expressed. Please enjoy my conversation with Aaron Abke. Timecodes: 0:00 - Episode Teaser 0:39 - Was Jesus' gospel distorted? 1:59 - How did Aaron wake up from religious dogma? 7:50 - Was Jesus’ true message lost? 10:50 - Are spiritual teachings all connected? 11:50 - What’s the origin of hell? 13:46 - How did the rapture idea evolve? 18:16 - What was Jesus really saying about Gehenna? 23:38 - Is original sin a form of control? 24:47 - Is sin just karma? 32:41 - Did Paul’s teachings change Christianity? 48:41 - Why did Jesus oppose animal sacrifices? 52:47 - Did Jesus survive the crucifixion and go to India? 1:00:10 - Did Jesus really rise from the dead? 1:05:44 - Is the devil a Christian invention? 1:10:10 - Was Jesus a yogi? 1:18:45 - Was Jesus married to Mary Magdalene? 1:22:35 - Why was Paul’s gospel more popular? --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Subscribe to NLS Podcast: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelSoul Subscribe to NLS Clip: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelSoulClips Next Level Soul is Now Available in Spanish, German, French, & Many More! Click Here and Choose Your Language 👉 https://nextlevelsoul.com/world Join the movement to elevate consciousness and share these profound teachings globally: 👉 https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Next Level Soul, its subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- 🌟 Listen to the podcast: Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/apple Spotify ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/spotify 🚫 Re-uploads or ANY use of our content is prohibited. #nextlevelsoul #spirituality #spiritualawakening #jesus #religion #podcast