How to Break Free from Satan's Influence in Daily Life

In Episode 9 of the One by One podcast, hosts Nick and Austin welcome back Meghan Farner, a spiritual teacher and expert on divine femininity. Meghan hosts the Latter-day Disciples podcast and brings her extensive background in spiritual exploration to this discussion about a topic many people avoid – the reality of Satan's influence in our everyday lives. The conversation stems from the belief that understanding this opposition is essential to comprehending our true identity and relationship with God. Without acknowledging the forces that blur our spiritual vision, we struggle to see ourselves clearly. This episode offers practical insights into recognizing deception, understanding our divine nature, and breaking free from limiting beliefs that hold us back from spiritual growth.

Understanding Unbelief vs. Disbelief: The First Step to Clarity  

Unbelief isn't simply doubting or rejecting truth—it encompasses a much broader concept that affects our spiritual perception. As Nick explains in the episode, unbelief can manifest when we don't know what we don't know, when we hold onto false traditions, or when we operate with incorrect definitions. Unlike disbelief, which is an active rejection, unbelief often involves passive acceptance of untruths or incomplete perspectives that prevent us from seeing reality clearly.

These limiting beliefs commonly fall into two main categories that the adversary exploits: questions about our lovability and questions about our capability. When we internalize thoughts like "I'm not smart enough" or "I'm not worthy of love," we're agreeing with our adversary rather than embracing the truth of our divine potential. Such limiting beliefs become particularly dangerous because we often don't recognize them as external influences—we identify with them as our own thoughts.

The path to overcoming unbelief begins with awareness. By developing the ability to recognize these false narratives, we can start separating truth from deception. This awareness allows us to question thoughts that diminish our worth or potential and replace them with higher truths about our identity. As Austin mentions in the podcast, this process isn't simply about rejecting negative thinking but about actively seeking to understand who we truly are through connecting with God.

The Divine Partnership: Understanding Elohim as Male and Female  

One of the most interesting segments of the conversation explores the Hebrew name for God—Elohim—and its significance to our understanding of divine nature. Meghan explains that in Hebrew, Elohim is actually plural, combining El (masculine) and Eloah (feminine). This reveals that God, as referred to in scripture, represents both masculine and feminine together as one unified divine being.

This understanding transforms how we perceive divine patterns. As Meghan points out, everything ordained by God on earth reflects a pattern from heaven. Just as we have mothers and fathers in mortality, we have Heavenly Parents—both Mother and Father—who together form what we call God. The podcast participants reference scriptural evidence for this in the book of Abraham, which consistently uses the plural "Gods" when describing creation, showing a divine partnership rather than a singular entity.

The recognition of this divine partnership helps balance our spiritual understanding. For many who have only conceptualized God as masculine, this more complete perspective allows both men and women to better connect with their spiritual potential. As Austin notes, the adversary has done an effective job of attacking both men and women by disconnecting them from this complete understanding of godhood—the very state we're ultimately seeking to attain through spiritual progression.

Breaking Agreements with Darkness: Recognizing Satan's Influence  

The hosts share personal experiences that highlight how the adversary operates in our lives. Nick recounts moving into a house that was "haunted" when he was 14, where he and his brother regularly saw an evil spirit that created fear and paralysis. This experience made the reality of spiritual opposition tangible and showed the effectiveness of priesthood authority in casting out negative influences.

Meghan explains that we often invite negative influences through our emotional states without realizing it. Feelings of anger, frustration, sadness, shame, guilt, control, and fear create vibrational frequencies that align with dark energies. She emphasizes that once we recognize these influences, we can take action to address them. She even shares her experiences with confronting evil spirits in dreams, explaining that developing the skill to cast them out has strengthened her spiritual abilities.

The concept of "agreements" with darkness represents perhaps the most practical insight from the discussion. Just as we make covenants with God, we can unknowingly make binding agreements with the adversary. These agreements often happen when we accept lies about ourselves, God, or reality. Austin describes how the adversary whispers thoughts like "you're a loser" or "Jesus doesn't love you," and when we internally agree with these suggestions, we create a binding spiritual connection that requires intentional breaking. A key indicator that you may have such an agreement is when a specific struggle persists despite sincere prayer and effort.

Breaking Generational Patterns and Claiming Authority  

Family patterns often carry spiritual components that extend beyond simple habit or tradition. Nick emphasizes that many of us are chain-breakers—individuals who have come to break destructive patterns that have affected family lines for generations. These patterns might include addiction, abuse, or false religious traditions that have limited spiritual growth.

Austin shares his realization that he represented the third generation of darkness in his family line and had the responsibility to break that chain so his children wouldn't inherit those struggles. This perspective transforms personal challenges from signs of weakness into opportunities for meaningful spiritual work. Rather than feeling shame about struggles, recognizing your role as a chain-breaker can provide purpose and motivation to overcome difficulties that have plagued your family for generations.

The hosts emphasize that breaking free requires spiritual authority, which comes through relationship with God. Meghan stresses that whenever she has called on God's power to cast out negative influences, it has worked without fail. This authority isn't limited to rare extreme situations but applies to daily mental and emotional battles as well. The key lies in having clear intention and avoiding being double-minded or divided in your commitment to breaking free from darkness.

Your Path to Spiritual Freedom  

The journey toward spiritual freedom isn't passive—it requires intentional steps and consistent action. The insights from this podcast episode provide practical tools for recognizing and overcoming the adversary's influence in your life. As you embark on this path, remember that awareness is the first step toward freedom. You can't address what you don't acknowledge.

Here are key actions you can take to break free from deception and negative influence:

• Examine your beliefs about God and yourself, questioning whether they align with love and truth

• Pay attention to your emotional states, recognizing when fear, shame, or anger are driving your decisions

• Look for persistent struggles that don't improve despite prayer, as these may indicate spiritual agreements

• Practice discerning between God's voice (characterized by love, peace, and joy) and negative influences (characterized by fear, shame, and criticism)

• Consider how family patterns may be affecting your spiritual life and consciously choose to break destructive cycles

• Develop your spiritual authority through prayer and communion with God

• When facing negative thoughts or influences, explicitly reject them and declare your alignment with God

The hosts emphasize that this journey isn't about becoming paralyzed by fear of darkness but about recognizing reality so you can effectively navigate toward light. As Austin points out, the adversary doesn't scare him anymore—he simply respects the fact that opposition exists and connects with God in ways that make darkness powerless against him.

Claiming Your Divine Identity  

Understanding and confronting the deceiver's influence is ultimately about reclaiming your true identity. When you recognize the forces that have shaped your false beliefs and limited your spiritual vision, you open the door to experiencing your authentic divine nature. This understanding brings a level of freedom that transforms every aspect of life.

The hosts invite listeners to seek personal revelation about their divine identity and purpose. They encourage reaching out for help when needed, offering support for those struggling with persistent spiritual challenges. The message is clear: no one needs to remain bound by darkness, fear, or false beliefs about their worth and potential.

As Nick states near the end of the episode, "We don't have to know you to see that. We know that there's something way more to you, and we hope you can discover that." This journey of discovering your true identity beyond deception isn't just about personal benefit—it's about fulfilling your unique purpose and helping others do the same. By breaking free from the deceiver's influence, you become a light that helps others recognize and claim their divine nature as well.

Begin your journey to spiritual freedom today by asking yourself: Where might I have unknowingly agreed with the deceiver's voice, and how can I reclaim my true divine identity to break these chains?