Melissa Dougherty
Author and commentator focused on New Thought and related spiritual movements, speaking from personal experience about their history, beliefs, and impact on Christianity.
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Feb 14, 2026 • 1h 59min
#57 John Mark Comer's Practicing the Way: Serious Theological Concerns
Melissa Dougherty, author and commentator on New Thought, brings personal background and analysis. She and the team review theological concerns in Practicing the Way. They highlight influences from contemplative mysticism, charismatic and NAR-style models, and ambiguous sources. The conversation centers on discipleship language, Trinity phrasing, subjective experience, and why the book may shift focus away from the biblical gospel.
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Jan 24, 2026 • 1h 55min
#38 The Dangerous Rise Of Fake Christianity
Melissa Dougherty, author and commentator who left New Thought and New Age movements, shares her personal journey. She explains what New Thought teaches and how it rewrites Jesus and scripture. She traces its influence in churches, self-help, and culture. She also describes psychological appeal, spiritual power dynamics, and why many fail to spot its presence.
