Village Church Digital Castos https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com Answering questions, explaining theology, and bringing clarity to God's Word. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:05:41 +0000 en © 2026 US https://episodes.castos.com/villagechurchil/images/vcd-podcast-thumb.jpg Village Church Digital https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com Answering questions, explaining theology, and bringing clarity to God's Word. Village Church of Bartlett episodic Answering questions, explaining theology, and bringing clarity to God's Word. Village Church of Bartlett villagechurch@vcob.org false https://feeds.castos.com/0pr58 yes <![CDATA[What happens in hell?]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:05:41 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2428517 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-happens-in-hell Hell is real, and two things happen in hell - those who arrive there will feel the full weight of God's furious judgment, and experience eternal torment and separation from God. There is a physical, emotional, and relational experience someone will go through while in hell, and it is incredibly painful, causing weeping and gnashing of teeth. As Christians, the more we learn about hell, the more we are driven to take action to bring the Gospel to as many people as possible, so they can enter into a relationship with Jesus and avoid the torments of hell.

]]> false Hell is real, and two things happen in hell - those who arrive there will feel the full weight of God's furious judgment, and experience eternal torment and separation from God. There is a physical, emotional, and relational experience someone will go through while in hell, and it is incredibly painful, causing weeping and gnashing of teeth. As Christians, the more we learn about hell, the more we are driven to take action to bring the Gospel to as many people as possible, so they can enter into a relationship with Jesus and avoid the torments of hell.

]]> 00:11:28 <![CDATA[Is Hell real or a metaphor?]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:36:59 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2424057 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/is-hell-real-or-a-metaphor The thought of hell and what Scriptures teach about it is sometimes unpalatable to both Christians and non-Christians alike. Spoiler alert: hell is real, and the Bible is very clear about it. Learn more about hell, who goes there, and what it may look like, based on what the Bible says. 

]]> false The thought of hell and what Scriptures teach about it is sometimes unpalatable to both Christians and non-Christians alike. Spoiler alert: hell is real, and the Bible is very clear about it. Learn more about hell, who goes there, and what it may look like, based on what the Bible says. 

]]> 00:08:30 <![CDATA[What is the abyss and why are some demons sent there?]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:29:48 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2422420 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-is-the-abyss-and-why-are-some-demons-sent-there The abyss, Sheol, Hades... what's the difference? And what does the abyss have to do with the Nephilim? Tune in to this episode of Village Church Digital to find out!

]]> false The abyss, Sheol, Hades... what's the difference? And what does the abyss have to do with the Nephilim? Tune in to this episode of Village Church Digital to find out!

]]> 00:08:16 <![CDATA[What and where is Sheol & Hades?]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:55:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410922 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-and-where-is-sheol-hades Sheol is an Old Testament word that describes where people go after they day, and Hades is the Greek equivalent. Both point to the same place, and they have two sections - one for those who follow Jesus, and one for those who don't. What else does the Bible say about this place? Find out in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> false Sheol is an Old Testament word that describes where people go after they day, and Hades is the Greek equivalent. Both point to the same place, and they have two sections - one for those who follow Jesus, and one for those who don't. What else does the Bible say about this place? Find out in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> 00:10:43 <![CDATA[Will I be married in Heaven?]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:54:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410921 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/will-i-be-married-in-heaven Will you be married in heaven? No spoilers... the Bible has a few things to say about this concept. Tune into this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney to find out.

]]> false Will you be married in heaven? No spoilers... the Bible has a few things to say about this concept. Tune into this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney to find out.

]]> 00:07:11 <![CDATA[What will we do on the New Earth?]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:53:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410920 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-will-we-do-on-the-new-earth What would you be most excited to do on the New Earth? While we will absolutely be worshipping God at His throne, there will be kings, travel, stewardship, culture, and more on the New Earth. No eye has seen nor ear has heard what God has in store for those who love him. Tune into this episode of Village Church Digital to learn more about what the Bible has to say about the New Earth.

]]> false What would you be most excited to do on the New Earth? While we will absolutely be worshipping God at His throne, there will be kings, travel, stewardship, culture, and more on the New Earth. No eye has seen nor ear has heard what God has in store for those who love him. Tune into this episode of Village Church Digital to learn more about what the Bible has to say about the New Earth.

]]> 00:14:17 <![CDATA[How will the new Earth be different than our current Earth?]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:52:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410919 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/how-will-the-new-earth-be-different-than-our-current-earth The new Earth will have no sin, no suffering, and no curses. The new Earth will not just be better than our current Earth, it will be FAR better. The Lord has something beyond our wildest dreams prepared for those who love him. More details in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> false The new Earth will have no sin, no suffering, and no curses. The new Earth will not just be better than our current Earth, it will be FAR better. The Lord has something beyond our wildest dreams prepared for those who love him. More details in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> 00:13:42 <![CDATA[What will the new Earth be like?]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:06:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410918 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-will-the-new-earth-be-like Jesus promises that those of us who follow Him will live together with Him in paradise one day. But what will that look like? The new Earth will be beyond our wildest dreams, with no suffering, yet it is still recognizable. Listen in to what the Scriptures reveal about the new Earth in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney

]]> false Jesus promises that those of us who follow Him will live together with Him in paradise one day. But what will that look like? The new Earth will be beyond our wildest dreams, with no suffering, yet it is still recognizable. Listen in to what the Scriptures reveal about the new Earth in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney

]]> 00:09:33 <![CDATA[What happens one minute after you die?]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:12:25 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2410785 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-happens-one-minute-after-you-die Have you ever wondered what happens one minute after you die? Spoiler alert: you'll either be overwhelmed with joy, or overcome with terror. We make a decision about our eternal life before we die. When our body and soul are separated, your soul goes to either a place of suffering or paradise. If you have rejected Jesus, when you die, you will spend eternity in a place of suffering. But if you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you will spend eternity with him in paradise. 

]]> false Have you ever wondered what happens one minute after you die? Spoiler alert: you'll either be overwhelmed with joy, or overcome with terror. We make a decision about our eternal life before we die. When our body and soul are separated, your soul goes to either a place of suffering or paradise. If you have rejected Jesus, when you die, you will spend eternity in a place of suffering. But if you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you will spend eternity with him in paradise. 

]]> 00:09:14 <![CDATA[Can a believer be used by Satan to accomplish his purpose?]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:34:07 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2404894 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/can-a-believer-be-used-by-satan-to-accomplish-his-purpose Can Satan use a believer to accomplish his purposes? Absolutely. Believers can get sucked into ideas and beliefs, whether specific causes, political beliefs, thought patterns, or other ideas, that are demonic in nature. The apostle Paul even warns about this in 2 Timothy chapter 2. This is why knowing God's Word and being able to discern His voice is critical, especially in an era where there is so much deception.

]]> false Can Satan use a believer to accomplish his purposes? Absolutely. Believers can get sucked into ideas and beliefs, whether specific causes, political beliefs, thought patterns, or other ideas, that are demonic in nature. The apostle Paul even warns about this in 2 Timothy chapter 2. This is why knowing God's Word and being able to discern His voice is critical, especially in an era where there is so much deception.

]]> 00:13:53 <![CDATA[Can Satan hear my thoughts or influence them?]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:30:28 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2401339 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/can-satan-hear-my-thoughts-or-influence-them There is no Biblical evidence that Satan can hear your thoughts, but he is very cunning and uses well-tested tricks and deceptions to get you to sin. Just because he can influence you, that doesn't mean you need to be a victim to his tactics. 

]]> false There is no Biblical evidence that Satan can hear your thoughts, but he is very cunning and uses well-tested tricks and deceptions to get you to sin. Just because he can influence you, that doesn't mean you need to be a victim to his tactics. 

]]> 00:10:04 <![CDATA[Why did God create angels?]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:26:20 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2392730 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/why-did-god-create-angels Angels have multiple functions, and God created them to accomplish his will, most of which is in the spiritual realm. In Scripture, we see humans encounter angels in they physical realm as well, as God sends them to tend to His people or deliver his messages. 

]]> false Angels have multiple functions, and God created them to accomplish his will, most of which is in the spiritual realm. In Scripture, we see humans encounter angels in they physical realm as well, as God sends them to tend to His people or deliver his messages. 

]]> 00:03:22 <![CDATA[Are there specific behaviors that leave me vulnerable to demonic attack?]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:44:13 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2389863 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/are-there-specific-behaviors-that-leave-me-vulnerable-to-demonic-attack There are seven things Scriptures tell us leave us vulnerable to demonic attack. Some of these things are not necessarily bad things, in fact, some of them are positive. But some of them are flat-out inviting demonic influence in your life. What behaviors should you make sure you're avoiding?

]]> false There are seven things Scriptures tell us leave us vulnerable to demonic attack. Some of these things are not necessarily bad things, in fact, some of them are positive. But some of them are flat-out inviting demonic influence in your life. What behaviors should you make sure you're avoiding?

]]> 00:12:09 <![CDATA[Where are demons most likely to attack?]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:27:14 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2383828 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/where-are-demons-most-likely-to-attack Satan is intent to attack anything that reflects God's nature or the Gospel. Jesus said, "The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy." This is Satan's character. So what is he most likely to attack? Listen in to hear the 7 things the Scriptures point to that draw the most demonic attacks. 

]]> false Satan is intent to attack anything that reflects God's nature or the Gospel. Jesus said, "The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy." This is Satan's character. So what is he most likely to attack? Listen in to hear the 7 things the Scriptures point to that draw the most demonic attacks. 

]]> 00:14:53 <![CDATA[What are different kinds of angels mentioned in the Bible?]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:22:55 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2382111 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-are-different-kinds-of-angels-mentioned-in-the-bible Different religious traditions have different beliefs on the types of angels that exist. But what does the Bible say? Just like the rest of His creation, God instills different authority levels within the spiritual realm, including with angels. 

]]> false Different religious traditions have different beliefs on the types of angels that exist. But what does the Bible say? Just like the rest of His creation, God instills different authority levels within the spiritual realm, including with angels. 

]]> 00:16:01 <![CDATA[Do people have guardian angels?]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:10:15 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2375457 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/do-people-have-guardian-angels Are guardian angels real? Do you have a guardian angel watching out for you right now? The Bible has a few things to say about guardian angels, and it's not what you might think. 

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Do People Have Guardian Angels?
  • (00:03:37) - God's Angelic Ministry-
]]> false Are guardian angels real? Do you have a guardian angel watching out for you right now? The Bible has a few things to say about guardian angels, and it's not what you might think. 

]]> 00:09:13 <![CDATA[Who are the Nephilim?]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:12:12 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2372747 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/who-are-the-nephilim The Nephilim are a high curiosity topic in the Bible that drive a lot of questions and even conspiracy theories. Nephilim are mentioned in Genesis as the offspring of the "sons of God and the daughters of men" - basically demons who impregnate women. They were so evil and vile that it led to God destroying every single human on the planet. Want to learn more about the Nephilim? Look no further than this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> false The Nephilim are a high curiosity topic in the Bible that drive a lot of questions and even conspiracy theories. Nephilim are mentioned in Genesis as the offspring of the "sons of God and the daughters of men" - basically demons who impregnate women. They were so evil and vile that it led to God destroying every single human on the planet. Want to learn more about the Nephilim? Look no further than this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney.

]]> 00:21:21 <![CDATA[What does demonic influence look like?]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:28:32 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2369056 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-does-demonic-influence-look-like Influence is different than demonic attack. It's quieter. It's demonic designs, schemes, and traps that trick you into sinning, getting you to justify behaviors or believe you won't get caught. How can you tell if you're being influenced by demonic spirits, and how do you repel demonic spirits? 

]]> false Influence is different than demonic attack. It's quieter. It's demonic designs, schemes, and traps that trick you into sinning, getting you to justify behaviors or believe you won't get caught. How can you tell if you're being influenced by demonic spirits, and how do you repel demonic spirits? 

]]> 00:15:44 <![CDATA[What is the spiritual gift of discernment of spirits?]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:30:57 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2366370 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-is-the-spiritual-gift-of-discernment-of-spirits What is actually happening, why is it happening, and who is pulling the strings? The spiritual gift of discernment of spirits allows a Christian to have God-given wisdom to answer these questions and more. Listen to Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney discuss how you can discern if the spirit at play is the Holy Spirit, the spirit of the flesh, or a demonic spirit. #spiritualwarfare #spiritualgrowth #podcast #christianliving #spiritualgrowth #interview #devotional

]]> false What is actually happening, why is it happening, and who is pulling the strings? The spiritual gift of discernment of spirits allows a Christian to have God-given wisdom to answer these questions and more. Listen to Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney discuss how you can discern if the spirit at play is the Holy Spirit, the spirit of the flesh, or a demonic spirit. #spiritualwarfare #spiritualgrowth #podcast #christianliving #spiritualgrowth #interview #devotional

]]> 00:12:54 <![CDATA[What are spiritual strongholds?]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:20:14 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2360900 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-are-spiritual-strongholds Spiritual warfare occurs mainly in the mind. The Bible talks about these "spiritual strongholds" in 2 Corinthians, but what does it mean, how do they take root, and how can Christians break down those strongholds? 

]]> false Spiritual warfare occurs mainly in the mind. The Bible talks about these "spiritual strongholds" in 2 Corinthians, but what does it mean, how do they take root, and how can Christians break down those strongholds? 

]]> 00:20:04 <![CDATA[How do so many Christians get tricked by demonic ideas?]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:59:18 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2355750 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/how-do-so-many-christians-get-tricked-by-demonic-ideas As Christians, we know Satan prowls around like a lion, seeking someone to devour. But we still fall for his tricks. Why does this happen, and what can we do about it?

]]> false As Christians, we know Satan prowls around like a lion, seeking someone to devour. But we still fall for his tricks. Why does this happen, and what can we do about it?

]]> 00:14:40 <![CDATA[Can Christians become possessed by a demon?]]> Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:08:37 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2350840 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/can-christians-become-possessed-by-a-demon Are you a Christian who worries about the spiritual realm? What kind of power do demons have over Christians? These questions and more answered in this episode of Village Church Digital.

]]> false Are you a Christian who worries about the spiritual realm? What kind of power do demons have over Christians? These questions and more answered in this episode of Village Church Digital.

]]> 00:05:44 <![CDATA[Why aren't more non-Christians possessed by Demons if they are under Satan's rule?]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:47:39 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2348487 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/why-arent-more-non-christians-possessed-by-demons-if-they-are-under-satans-rule Do humans have some level of control or agency over whether or not that possession even happens? What about demon possession of children? All these questions and more in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney. 

]]> false Do humans have some level of control or agency over whether or not that possession even happens? What about demon possession of children? All these questions and more in this episode of Village Church Digital with Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney. 

]]> 00:08:19 <![CDATA[How Do Angels & Demons Fight Each Other?]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:15:50 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2340414 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/how-do-angels-demons-fight-each-other The spiritual realm is BURSTING with activity at all times. Just because we can't see it doesn't mean it's not happening. Battles rage. Tensions mount. But the Lord is in control.

]]> false The spiritual realm is BURSTING with activity at all times. Just because we can't see it doesn't mean it's not happening. Battles rage. Tensions mount. But the Lord is in control.

]]> 00:08:14 <![CDATA[Do Demons Oversee or Run Nations?]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:52:59 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2332301 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/do-demons-oversee-or-run-nations The prince of the power of the air has a lot of influence in our world. Do demons oversee or run nations? 

]]> false The prince of the power of the air has a lot of influence in our world. Do demons oversee or run nations? 

]]> 00:10:24 <![CDATA[Should Christians Fear the Devil?]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:23:18 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2325849 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/should-christians-fear-the-devil Chapters
  • (00:00:00) - Should Christians Fear the Devil?
  • (00:03:47) - Resisting Sexual temptation and Resisting the Devil
]]> false 00:06:34 <![CDATA[What Are Some Common Misconceptions about Satan?]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:40:00 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2320578 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/what-are-some-common-misconceptions-about-satan He's known as the accuser, the deceiver, and more. How are we misunderstanding Satan, and how does that impact us today?

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Common Misperceptions About Satan
  • (00:05:46) - A message on God
]]> false He's known as the accuser, the deceiver, and more. How are we misunderstanding Satan, and how does that impact us today?

]]> 00:06:22 <![CDATA[When Did The Satan First Sin?]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:40:28 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2317790 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/when-did-the-satan-first-sin The fall of the Satan from his angelic position has many facets. Listen in as Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney discuss.

Chapters

  • (00:00:05) - When Did the Satan First Sin?
  • (00:01:02) - The King of Tyre
  • (00:06:24) - The Leviathan and the Garden of Eden
]]> false The fall of the Satan from his angelic position has many facets. Listen in as Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney discuss.

]]> 00:11:58 <![CDATA[S1 E1: What Is Satan's Original Name?]]> Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:35:58 +0000 Village Church of Bartlett https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/68605/episode/2316396 https://villagechurchdigital.castos.com/episodes/s1-e1-what-is-satans-original-name Does Satan have a name, or is he just described throughout Scripture? Listen in as Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney kick off this season, where we focus on the spiritual realm.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - What is Satan's Original Name?
  • (00:00:45) - The Names of Satan
]]> false Does Satan have a name, or is he just described throughout Scripture? Listen in as Pastor Michael Fuelling and Pastor Ryan Chaney kick off this season, where we focus on the spiritual realm.

]]> 00:04:38