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…
Read MoreEnlightenment 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…
Read MoreWhat 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…
Read MoreDoes 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,”…
Read MoreA 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…
Read MoreWhy Did Satan Rebel?
By: R. Wilson, ATRI Staff Writer; ©2012 If there was no sin in heaven, how did Satan as an angel have sin enter his mind as to exalt himself above God? Question: Why Did Satan Rebel? If there was no sin in heaven, how did Satan as an angel have sin enter his mind as…
Read MoreThe Truth About the Founder of Christianity/Part 10
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©{{{copyright}}} The Consequences of Invincible Realities Ed. note: This article is based upon the transcript from programs produced by the John Ankerberg Show. Additional material has been added for this print version. Previous Article Contents 1 The Consequences of Invincible Realities The Consequences of Invincible Realities When…
Read MoreThe Truth About the Founder of Christianity/Part 9
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©{{{copyright}}} What Options Do We Have? Ed. note: This article is based upon the transcript from programs produced by the John Ankerberg Show. Additional material has been added for this print version. Previous Article Contents 1 What Options Do We Have? 2 1) Was Jesus a liar…
Read MoreThe Truth About the Founder of Christianity/Part 8
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©{{{copyright}}} What Does the Bible Teach About Jesus Christ and What Did Jesus Himself Teach About Who He Was? Ed. note: This article is based upon the transcript from programs produced by the John Ankerberg Show. Additional material has been added for this print version. Contents Previous…
Read MoreThe Truth About the Founder of Christianity/Part 7
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©{{{copyright}}} The Verdict of History Ed. note: This article is based upon the transcript from programs produced by the John Ankerberg Show. Additional material has been added for this print version. Previous Article The Verdict of History Truth is truth/to th’ end of reck’ning.—Shakespeare The truth is…
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