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Does the Bible Prohibit Hypnosis?

By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2012 In addition to concern over its occult potential, we believe that consideration should be given to whether or not hypnosis fits within the biblical prohibition against charming or enchanting. Does the Bible Prohibit Hypnosis? The various hypnotic methods may lie within the biblically prohibited practices of “charming,”…

A Critique of Hypnosis in Christian Psychotherapy

By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2012 Many Christian therapists use hypnosis on pragmatic grounds, maintaining that it is useful for helping their clients. It works for them, and they see positive results. Nothing occult happens, and they feel comfortable with the practice. A Critique of Hypnosis in Christian Psychotherapy Many Christian therapists use…

A Christian Response to Modern Sex Slave Trafficking

By: Dr. John G. Weldon; ©2011 One thing we can all be thankful for, whatever our circumstances, is that we were never a victim of the child sex slave trade industry. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be praying for victims and seeking to help them. What If It Were Your Daughter or Son? One…