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In this intriguing discussion, Marcia Montenegro, a former new ager turned Christian apologist, delves into the Enneagram's controversial roots and its growing acceptance in evangelical circles. She examines its ambiguous origins and psychological implications, raising concerns about its influence on church doctrine. Montenegro critiques the allure of secret knowledge and emphasizes the spiritual risks tied to the Enneagram, urging listeners to reflect on its compatibility with Biblical teachings and the ethical dimensions of self-discovery frameworks.

Latest Episode is up! In part 2 we continue our conversation with former new ager Steven Bancarz talking about about the Jesus of the New Age aka "The Cosmic Christ". How do we respond meaningfuly to the epistemology (knowledge claims) made about Jesus by the New Age teachers like Oprah Winfrey, Russell Brand, & Deepak Chopra? Join us as we continue to scale the language barrior of terms like "Ego"," Mindfulness", "Universal Self", "Consciousness", "little Christ", ETC & take an extended in-depth look into what the New Age believes about Jesus and what they mean by those terms.

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.

Doreen Virtue, a former New Age author turned born-again Christian, and Yvonne Welz, an ex-New Ager now a Christian, dive deep into the dangers of the New Age movement. They explore why many are drawn to these beliefs, especially women, and discuss the deceptive nature of spiritual experiences. The duo contrasts New Age ideas with core Christian teachings, highlighting the need for biblical discernment. They emphasize the importance of daily scripture reading to guard against false teachings and encourage listeners to find hope solely in Jesus.

In this engaging discussion, Doreen Virtue, a former New Age author turned Christian, and Yvonne Wells, a former practitioner led to faith by Doreen, share their transformative journeys. They explore the seductive nature of New Age beliefs and the emotional challenges individuals face, including encounters with spiritual beings. Both emphasize the emptiness of New Age practices compared to the fulfillment found in Christianity. Their testimonies highlight the dangers of prioritizing personal experiences over biblical truths and the need for discernment in spiritual matters.

This is a continuation of our previous episode with Hanna Cagle who spent a good amount of time in "SOZO" which specializes in the practice of recovering memories. What exactly is Recovering Memories? Is it even possible through psychological techniques to delve into the fog of the past in order to remember the trauma that's been buried deep within the subconscious mind? Or, can you become fully convinced of something traumatic from the past that in fact has never happened? Better yet what is exactly is the nature of Memory? Join us as Co-host Jeremiah becomes the Guest & opens up as he shares some of the ins and outs about this unique & controversial topic.

In our latest series, we delve back into the discernment realm & speak with Hannah Cagle who spent a good amount of time in a para-church ministry SOZO which has not been without its share of controversy. Do you really have to travel inward and into your past in order to have a personal relationship with God? Is this type of practice spiritually dangerous regardless of one's sincerity? Regardless of where you stand on the role of spiritual gifts & healing, we invite you to be part of this conversation.

In this episode, we continue our conversation on the Handmaids Tale with Joy & Summer from the Sheologians podcast! Join us as we scale the language barrier and fully analyze Margret Atwood’s view of the world, religion, and politics put forth in her dark dystopian vision infamously known as The Handmaids Tale that has now become a Cultish Icon for so many in today's intense political climate. Come Join us!

In our latest series, we join forces with Summer & Joy from the Sheologians podcast & explore the Margret Atwoods dark dystopian vision portrayed in her best selling novel & now television series “The Handmaid's Tale”. Since it’s television debut on Hulu in 2017, “The Handmaid's Tale” has not only become one of the most binged television shows in history, but it has also become its own independent symbol for “Women’s Rights” in today’s intense political climate. Why has Atwood’s unique vision of an oppressive dystopian society where women are portrayed as second-class citizens resonated with so many & how do we respond to the underlying worldviews that are propagated in both the book & television show?Come along with us as we join forces with Joy & Summer from Sheologians to “Un-tell” The Handmaid's Tale.

In part 2 of our latest series, we are joined once again by Christine Schwan who has heavily involved in the practice of Yoga for nearly a decade & also has an extended resume in the health & fitness industry that spans over 30 years. Is Yoga fundamentally a physical practice that just so happens to have some spiritual elements or is it fundamentally a spiritual practice that just so happens have stretching? Is there a way to have a rational & level-headed approach when dealing with what seems to be such a controversial topic? Join us for the 2nd part of this introductory overview to find and be part of the conversation!