

Part 1 :Debunking The Cosmic Christ Of The New Age
30 snips Nov 10, 2020
Steven Bancarz, a former New Ager and founder of Reasons for Jesus ministry, shares his transformative journey in understanding spirituality and Jesus. He delves into the concept of the 'Cosmic Christ' and clarifies New Age terminology like 'Christ consciousness' and 'ego.' The discussion critiques the superficiality of self-actualization in New Age practices, contrasting it with traditional Christian beliefs. Bancarz argues for a return to biblical teachings, emphasizing the importance of meaningful dialogues about the identity and significance of Jesus in today's cultural context.
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Steven Bancarz's Spiritual Journey
- Steven Bancarz shared his journey from New Age belief to Christian ministry after a profound encounter with Jesus.
- He realized New Age teachings kept people from salvation through grace by faith in Jesus and publicly renounced it.
Focus Evangelism on Jesus
- Focus on the person and work of Jesus when evangelizing New Agers.
- Avoid rabbit trails and stay grounded in scripture for effective gospel presentation.
New Age Ontology of Self vs Christian Ontology
- New Age ontology teaches we are ontologically divine and only separated from God by ignorance, not sin.
- The true self is pure consciousness connected to a universal consciousness, unlike Christian ontology.