Name: He Prayed To Buddha, But Something Else Showed Up.
Uploaded: 2025-03-11T16:51:51.000Z

In this powerful episode of The Deep End Podcast , Lecrae interviews Ide, a former devout Buddhist raised in a traditional Thai household who struggled deeply with supernatural experiences, depression, and OCD. After years of spiritual confusion, fear, and searching for answers through meditation and rituals, he unexpectedly encountered Jesus.

✅ In this episode, you’ll discover:

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<li>The truth about spiritual practices in Buddhism.</li>
<li>What happens when you pray to spirits</li>
<li>What makes Jesus uniquely different than Buddha</li>
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Whether you&#39;re spiritually curious, skeptical, or seeking freedom, Ide&#39;s story will leave you with hope and a deeper understanding of spiritual reality.

Join Lecrae on this powerful exploration into the unseen realm and discover the real power behind true freedom.

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He Prayed To Buddha, But Something Else Showed Up.

This is the B-Side of culture, conversation, & chaos.

Theologian and speaker Brenna Blain joins Lecrae to unpack tattoos, theology, same‑sex attraction, bipolar disorder, Proverbs 31, megachurch red flags, and why a “genie‑in‑a‑bottle” God isn’t big enough for real pain. This raw, honest convo will stretch your mind and strengthen your hope. 🙌

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The Lies Christians Believe About Mental Health with Brenna Blain 

Grammy-winning artist and author Jonathan McReynolds joins Lecrae for one of the most vulnerable and eye-opening conversations yet. From sold-out tours and public accolades to private burnout and breakdowns, Jonathan opens up about what it really costs to “climb the mountain” of success—and why coming down might be the most spiritual move of all.

In this episode, we discuss:

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<li>Why fame is more isolating than it looks</li>
<li>The hidden dangers of chasing greatness instead of goodness</li>
<li>How celebrity culture dehumanizes artists</li>
<li>The pain of not having a spiritual father figure—and becoming one anyway</li>
<li>Dating while in the spotlight and guarding your heart from perception-drunk relationships</li>
<li>Why humility—not just theology—is what saves us from ourselves</li>
</ul>

This is a must-watch for anyone wrestling with purpose, platform, or pressure.

📕 Jonathan’s new book: Before You Climb Any Higher: Valley Wisdom for Mountain Dreams (<a href="https://a.co/d/fmYUKjk">https://a.co/d/fmYUKjk</a>)

🔔 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations on faith, culture, and healing.

Let’s go to the Deep End!

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Lecrae and Jonathan McReynolds Get Real About Christian "Fame"

Lecrae sits down to confront the criticism, controversy, and confusion surrounding his name over the years. From being labeled a &quot;fake christian&quot; to dealing with accusations about his faith, politics, and lifestyle — Lecrae opens up like never before.

He shares the full truth:

🍾 The truth about the Diddy parties

💡 Why he almost walked away from God

🔥 The backlash that nearly broke him

🧠 His battle with doubt, mental health, and fame

🙏 What real repentance actually looks like — and why most people get it wrong

This isn’t about winning approval. It’s about transparency, restoration, and helping others navigate the same storms. Whether you&#39;re deconstructing, doubting, or just trying to follow Jesus in a messy world — this conversation is for you.

🔁 Share this with someone wrestling with faith.

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I Need To Repent

Dive deep with me on this special episode of The Deep End as I sit down with the iconic Will Smith. 

We go beyond his Hollywood success to explore the spiritual battles and personal growth he&#39;s experienced recently. 

Will gets real about his 20-year break from music, his new album, his journey toward authenticity, and how faith guided him through some pretty dark moments… 

This is one of my favorites. 

Also, Let me know who else you’d wanna see on the Deep End! 👀

Let’s go. 🤿

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Inside The Spiritual Mind of Will Smith

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By being honest with the challenges he’s faced, Lecrae is going to dive into the hard things no one else will face and talk about what life looks like when you go off the deep end. This show is not for perfect people or people who’ve never made mistakes. This show is for the rest of us who are just trying to pick up the pieces and find a way forward with vulnerability and honesty.