CULTS AND OTHER RELIGIONS

An examination of the beliefs and practices of unorthodox religious traditions associated with the Christian faith, and of world religions diametrically opposed to  historic, biblical Christianity.

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GENERAL ARTICLES
The Prosperity Gospel What is the "prosperity gospel," and why is it so popular? Does the Bible really teach that any/every Christian is entitled to abundant wealth and pristine health?
Neither Faith Nor Healing A first-hand account of Todd Bentley's "healing ministry."

THE WATCHMAN EXPOSITOR: Yoga: Exercise or Religion?

What is the origin of yoga? What is unique about the Western version of yoga? How does yoga's concepts of God, salvation, etc. compare to biblical Christianity? (online article by Brad Scott)

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES (descriptions from CBD)

Handbook of Denominations 12th edition A perennial favorite. Accurate, objective, and comprehensive, this helpful resource tells you all you need to know about American Jewish, Christian, and Islamic religious groups, including their history, traditions, doctrines, and pertinent statistics. Organized chronologically according to denominational "families," it's filled with information provided by the various organizations themselves.
Handbook of Today's Religions One of the best reference books available on the religions and cults present in our time, Handbook of Today's Religions combines, for the first time, four books by Josh McDowell and Don Stewart on religions, cults, and the occult into one easy-to-use volume. The four books, which each became a section of the compilation, are: Non-Christian Religions; The Occult; Secular Religions; The Cults. Powerful individually, together the books are a powerhouse of vital information for Christians on those worldviews which challenge and attack Christianity.
The Harper Collins Dictionary of Religion Now you can have an authoritative, A-to-Z guide to the world's religions in one easy-to-use book! Entries were written by 250 leading authorities from the American Academy of Religion and thoroughly cover the people, places, concepts, practices, and writings of the entire religious world.
Kingdom of the Cults, revised & updated edition Ranging in topics from the structure of cults to how cults are encountered on the mission field, many cults and movements are described in full, and intimate details of the inner workings can sometimes be indicative of where a cult may be leading. For anyone considering joining any of these groups or looking for more information for a friend or family member, this is an invaluable resource.
The Norman L. Geisler Apologetics Library on CD-ROM

Instantly access Dr. Geisler's renowned expertise and defend your faith amidst a relativistic, agnostic, and cult-filled culture! Twelve volumes -- over $250 worth of printed editions -- including:

  • Why I Am a Christian

  • Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics

  • Roman Catholics and Evangelicals

  • When Skeptics Ask

  • When Critics Ask

  • When Cultists Ask

  • Miracles and the Modern Mind

  • Come, Let Us Reason

  • Worlds Apart: A Handbook on Worldviews

  • Introduction to Philosophy

  • Christian Apologetics

  • Answering Islam, Second Edition

WEBSITES

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FREEMASONRY

North American Mission Board Resources (The below resources require the free Adobe Reader.)

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ISLAM

North American Mission Board Resources (The below resources require the free Adobe Reader.)

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JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES

North American Mission Board Resources (The below resources require the free Adobe Reader.)

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MORMONS

North American Mission Board Resources

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NEW AGE MOVEMENT

BAPTIST PRESS: "Oprah & a jealous God" [940 words]

ONE NEWS NOW: "Oprah labeled 'false prophet' and 'conduit ... to Hell'" [740 words]

Eckankar and Other New Age Religions [2,260 words]

How do New Age religions in general and Eckankar in particular compare to historical, biblical Christianity?

North American Mission Board Resources (The below resources require the free Adobe Reader.)

THE WATCHMAN EXPOSITOR: Yoga: Exercise or Religion?

What is the origin of yoga? What is unique about the Western version of yoga? How does yoga's concepts of God, salvation, etc. compare to biblical Christianity? (online article by Brad Scott)

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WORD FAITH (aka WORD OF FAITH)

ONE NEWS NOW: "Pastor Osteen speaks out on Mormonism" [430 words]

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