BibleThinker How New Age & Word of Faith Misunderstand the Bible (Mike Winger and Melissa Dougherty)
Sep 1, 2019
Mike Winger, a former New Age/New Thought practitioner, and Melissa Dougherty, also from that background, dive deep into the misinterpretations of the Bible that fuel New Age and Word of Faith teachings. They clarify 15 specific scriptures, contrasting genuine biblical abundance with prosperity gospel ideas. The duo discusses the importance of humility in judgment, the essence of inner thoughts, and the power of words. They urge discernment in spiritual experiences and emphasize aligning prayer with God's will over personal desires.
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Judging Yourself First
- Judge yourself first, addressing your own flaws before others'.
- Humble self-reflection enables helpful, non-hypocritical judgment.
Law of Attraction's Negative Impact
- Mike Winger describes counseling someone negatively impacted by the Law of Attraction.
- It fostered narcissism and a sense of entitlement, not spiritual growth.
God's Priority: Character
- God values character development over immediate comfort or healing.
- Paul's thorn in the flesh exemplifies this, highlighting God's power in weakness.