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Enlightenment and Demonization

By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2012 It is our conviction that the experience of enlightenment isn’t what proponents claim it to be: an exalted and divine state of consciousness permitting experiential awareness of the pantheistic reality of all existence. We think it is just the opposite. Far from being a spiritual evolutionary leap…

Enlightenment and a New Personality

By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2012 A radical new morality, such as is encouraged with “enlightenment,” would hardly be possible without a new personality to go with it. Rajneesh once described the importance of the state of catalepsy and insanity for dismantling all that is truly human, in effect prepping the interim vessel…

What is New Age Enlightenment?

By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2012 In the New Age Movement, “enlightenment” is one of those words that everyone respects. It suggests something very good. For anyone to say that it is something negative would seem harsh, for such a polite-sounding word should speak of something noble and sublime. What is New Age…

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…