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Best podcasts about melissa dougherty

Latest podcast episodes about melissa dougherty

All The Things
New Thought in the Church || 5/3/2025 || #206

All The Things

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 103:07


New Thought is a very influential idea that shapes the way a lot of people see the world. Even if you've never heard the term "New Thought" you may have heard of Oprah Winfrey, who is one of its biggest advocates. But what you may not know, is how the vocabulary and ideas behind New Thought have penetrated many sectors of the church. We are going to talk about it with our friend, Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies. Be sure to stay connected by downloading the CFBU app! With the CFBU app, you'll have all our resources (Theology Mom, All the Things Show, and CFBU) at your fingertips. Search for "center for biblical unity" in your app store.

Theology Mom
New Thought in the Church || 5/3/2025 || #206

Theology Mom

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 103:07


New Thought is a very influential idea that shapes the way a lot of people see the world. Even if you've never heard the term "New Thought" you may have heard of Oprah Winfrey, who is one of its biggest advocates. But what you may not know, is how the vocabulary and ideas behind New Thought have penetrated many sectors of the church. We are going to talk about it with our friend, Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies. Be sure to stay connected by downloading the CFBU app! With the CFBU app, you'll have all our resources (Theology Mom, All the Things Show, and CFBU) at your fingertips. Search for "center for biblical unity" in your app store.

Athey Creek Devoted | Audio Podcast
Episode 194: Mindfulness - A Sneaky Counterfeit

Athey Creek Devoted | Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 39:22


Today, Amy discusses a sneaky counterfeit found in popular mindfulness and New Thought practices that are NOT biblical. Watch out! Be discerning—many trendy ideas and phrases may sound spiritual but actually add to or twist God's Word. References:Isaiah 26:3; Deuternonomy 12:29-32; Psalm 119:2,15,97; Psalm 77:12; Philippians 4:8; Matthew 6:34; Psalm 46:10 Book Recommendation:Happy Lies: How a movement you (probably) never heard of shaped our self-obsessed world by Melissa Dougherty https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Lies-Movement-Probably-Self-Obsessed/dp/0310368863 Contact us: devotedpodcast@atheycreek.comwomen@atheycreek.comhttps://atheycreek.com/ministries/women Follow us on IG: @atheywomen @ammcreynolds

The Covenant Eyes Podcast
Is This New 'Christian' Trend Actually Dangerous? | Melissa Dougherty Exposes 'Happy Lies'

The Covenant Eyes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 12:35 Transcription Available


Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, apologist and author Melissa Dougherty joins us live from NRB to expose a subtle but dangerous ideology sweeping through churches today. Melissa shares her personal journey from "New Thought Christianity" to solid biblical faith, and unpacks the disturbing ways New Thought beliefs like manifestation, positive affirmations, and self-glorifying theology have infiltrated Christian teaching.

The Good Fight Radio Show
This New Thought Is Destroying Christianity

The Good Fight Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 52:22


Huge thanks to @MelissaDougherty⁩ for joining us on the Good Fight Radio Show! On today's broadcast we take a deeper look into what is being taught in many of the mainstream churches and where these unbiblical doctrines originate. We discuss Paula White, Bethel Church, Kenneth Copeland, Robert Schuller, Norman Vincent Peale and others. Stay tuned to the end to see what Melissa wished she could have added to her book "Happy Lies" CHECK OUT HER NEW BOOK "Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World"

P40 Ministries
How A Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World - With Melissa Dougherty

P40 Ministries

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 30:08


Jenn interviews Melissa Dougherty on this special podcast episode: What is New Thought? How did New Thought integrate into the church? How is New Thought different from New Age... and how is it similar? Melissa shares her personal story with New Thought and how she got out of it Melissa Dougherty is a Christian Apologist best known for her YouTube channel, where she covers a variety of theological topics. In addition to her theological and cultural discussions, she engages her audience with satirical skits and hosts a range of esteemed guests. Academically, she has earned Associate degrees in both Early Childhood Multicultural Education and Liberal Arts. Furthermore, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Christian Apologetics from the same institution. Melissa resides in New Mexico with her husband and their two daughters. Melissa Dougherty's website: https://www.melissadougherty.co/ Melissa's groundbreaking book, HAPPY LIES: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Lies-Movement-Probably-Self-Obsessed/dp/0310368863  Melissa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty    Hey! Don't go away yet! Also check out these other P40 sites:  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw Ko-Fi - https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries  Website - https://www.p40ministries.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p40ministries  Contact - jenn@p40ministries.com  Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/c-6493869  Books - https://www.amazon.com/Jenn-Kokal/e/B095JCRNHY/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk  Merch - https://www.p40ministries.com/shop  YouVersion - https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/38267-out-of-the-mire-trusting-god-in-the-middle    Support babies and get quality coffee with Seven Weeks Coffee  https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=P40   This ministry is only made possible due to your generous support https://ko-fi.com/p40ministries  

indoubt Podcast
New Thought Ideology INFILTRATING The Church w/ Melissa Dougherty

indoubt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 28:30


What do positive thinking, manifestation, and the law of attraction all have in common? Join Andrew Marcus, host of THE INDOUBT SHOW, this week as we chat with popular YouTuber, Melissa Dougherty, about the New Thought Movement that is infiltrating the Church today!

Off Code Podcast
The Cult of Blackness | Episode 49 | Off Code LIVE

Off Code Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 65:43


Monique and Kevin respond to the recent social media beef between Melissa Dougherty, Allie Beth Stuckey and the black church delegates. Kevin had some strong words to address the problem of ethnic idolatry in the black church.

Center for Biblical Unity
The Cult of Blackness | Family Meeting 4/5/2025

Center for Biblical Unity

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 65:43


Monique and Kevin respond to the recent social media beef between Melissa Dougherty, Allie Beth Stuckey and the black church delegates. Kevin had some strong words to address the problem of ethnic idolatry in the black church.

Revealed Apologetics
New Age, New Thought? Old Lies.

Revealed Apologetics

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 60:48


In this episode Eli is joined by Melissa Dougherty. They discuss Melissa's previous entanglement with New Thought and how to combat its deception.

The Playing With Fire Podcast
SERIES FINALE: New Age vs. New Thought: Inside the Destructive Forces Confusing Christians

The Playing With Fire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 45:37


NEW SEASON OF "PLAYING WITH FIRE" BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Christian Solidarity International (CSI), a Christian human rights organization that advocates for and helps victims of religious persecution, enslavement, victimized children, and victims of natural disasters. Author and apologist Melissa Dougherty joins the show again to discuss "New Thought," how differentiates it from New Age — and why she believes Christians must beware. Melissa's also explores her new book, "Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World."This is the finale of "Playing With Fire!" Stay tuned April 11 for a totally new show -- "Into the Supernatural," co-hosted by Billy Hallowell and actress Jen Lilley. MORE INFORMATION:- Want to know more? Read Billy's book, "Playing With Fire: A Modern Investigation Into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts"- Follow Billy on Facebook- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram

Worldview Matters With David Fiorazo
Melissa Dougherty: ‘Happy Lies' & Our Self-Obsessed World

Worldview Matters With David Fiorazo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 28:04


Melissa Dougherty is a former ‘new-thoughter' and explains how it has infiltrated everyday lives without realization. She also has a newly released book related to new-thought titled ‘Happy Lies.' Melissa Dougherty: https://www.melissadougherty.co Happy Lies book: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Lies-Movement-Probably-Self-Obsessed/dp/0310368863 www.worldviewmatters.tv © FreedomProject 2025

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey
Ep 1154 | Ex-New Ager Reveals Cults' Secret Invasion of the Church | Guest: Melissa Dougherty

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 64:17


Today, we're sitting down with apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to discuss her new book, "Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World," and how the New Thought movement has infiltrated the church. She tells us about her upbringing in New Thought and shares her testimony of how she was born again. She explains the difference between New Age and New Thought and how she escaped her New Age thinking. We talk the prosperity gospel, manifestation, and the word of faith movement and leave no stone unturned when it comes to New Thought ideas. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Buy Melissa's new book, "Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World": https://a.co/d/epTs2LH Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (00:45) Melissa Dougherty introduction (07:35) Melissa's upbringing (14:22) Defining the New Age (18:24) Melissa hearing about the love of God (28:27) What is New Thought?  (39:47) How New Thought teaching appears in churches (46:08) Progressive Christianity and the New Thought (51:09) Melissa's past gender identity confusion (56:21) Prosperity gospel in the black church (59:17) Takeaways from “Happy Lies”  --- Today's Sponsors: A'del — Try A'del's hand-crafted, artisan, small-batch cosmetics and use promo code ALLIE 25% off your first time purchase at AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Seven Weeks - Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to save up to 25% off your first order, plus your free limited edition Lent tote bag. Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) and get free bacon, ground beef, seed oil free chicken nuggets, or salmon in every order for a year. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use my code ALLIE at checkout. Range Leather — highest quality leather, age-old techniques and all backed up with a “forever guarantee." Go to rangeleather.com/allie to receive 15% off. --- Links: Melissa Dougherty's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty --- Related Episodes: Ep 1137 | Paula White & 'He Gets Us' Get Jesus Wrong https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1137-paula-white-he-gets-us-get-jesus-wrong/id1359249098?i=1000690933692 Ep 105 | Plans to Prosper? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-105-plans-to-prosper/id1359249098?i=1000436788005 Ep 1122 | New Age Oils & California's Corrupt History https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1122-new-age-oils-californias-corrupt-history/id1359249098?i=1000683985803 Ep 1058 | Ex-Witch Reveals LA's Dark World of Sex Cults and Blood Offerings | Guest: Jac Marino Chen https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1058-ex-witch-reveals-las-dark-world-of-sex-cults/id1359249098?i=1000666820850 Ep 1046 | Ex-Psychic on Demonic Possession & Taylor Swift | Guest: Jenn Nizza https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1046-ex-psychic-on-demonic-possession-taylor-swift/id1359249098?i=1000664520231 ---   Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Off the Shelf with Delaware Library
Off the Shelf Radio Show - March 7, 2025

Off the Shelf with Delaware Library

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 24:44


Recording of Off the Shelf Radio Show from WDLR with co-hosts Nicole Fowles and Molly Meyers-LaBadie and guests Joelle Pillar and Melissa Dougherty. This week we chat about This week we talk about the upcoming Holi Celebration at the Orange Branch on March 14th!  Recommendations include Conclave by Robert Harris, Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune, The Coal Tattoo by Silas House, and No Pants! by Jacob Grant. Read more about today's episode here. Listen live every Friday morning at 9 AM https://wdlrradio.com/program-schedule/off-the-shelf/  This episode originally aired on March 7, 2025.

The Garrett Ashley Mullet Show
Reviewing 'Happy Lies' by Melissa Dougherty

The Garrett Ashley Mullet Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 118:09


God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.- Psalm 46:1 This Episode's Links and Timestamps:00:00 – Scripture Reading01:58 – Introduction20:43 – Commentary on Psalm 4638:48 – That's a Paddlin'46:56 – Looking Everywhere But the Mirror for Who to Blame59:39 – No Truth, No Justice, No Peace1:15:27 – Reviewing ‘Happy Lies' by Melissa Dougherty

The Natasha Crain Podcast
49. How the New Thought Movement Is Shaping Today's Culture, with Melissa Dougherty

The Natasha Crain Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 65:53


In today's episode, I talk with Melissa Dougherty about her groundbreaking new book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World. As I said in my endorsement of the book, "Happy Lies is the most important book that Christians don't know they need. Melissa connects dots that give readers a wealth of aha moments and provides invaluable insights that bring clarity to some of the most pervasive errors in the church. As a bonus, she does it all in a writing style that makes it fun and engaging to read."Get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Lies-Movement-Probably-Self-Obsessed/dp/0310368863Subscribe to Melissa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty

God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook
New Thought More Sinister Than New Age | Insights from Melissa Dougherty

God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 55:23


Send us a textWelcome back to another compelling episode of God-sized Stories!This week, we dive deep into a topic that has been subtly influencing the Christian community – the New Thought movement.Our special guest, Melissa Dougherty, an astute YouTuber and author, joins us to shed light on how New Thought philosophies are creeping into our churches and everyday beliefs.In this eye-opening conversation, Melissa and I explore:- The difference between New Age and New Thought- How New Thought teachings distort biblical scriptures- Melissa's personal journey of breaking free from New Thought entanglements- The hidden dangers of prosperity gospel and affirmations- Actionable steps to discern and protect ourselves from false teachingsMelissa's latest book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of, Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, offers a well-researched and engaging exploration of these insidious teachings, arming Christians with the knowledge to counteract these deceptive beliefs.Melissa is generously giving away a copy of her book to one lucky listener! Fill out the entry form in the show notes for your chance to win.

Cultish
Transgenderism: A Cultish Origin Story

Cultish

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 140:59


Join us for this fascinating and in-depth conversation with Melissa Dougherty on a spiritual element of the transgender movement many have overlooked. We never expected to have an episode on this topic, but after reading Chapter 5 of Melissa's new book, Happy Lies, we realized that her perspective on this controversial issue was long overdue. Although discussions surrounding this topic have been divisive and polarizing, most have remained at a surface level, failing to examine the underlying worldview fueling this movement—namely, New Thought. What exactly is New Thought, and how is it related to modern transgender ideology? Why is there such an insistence on affirming its truth and validating new gender identities among those who adhere to this worldview? Tune in to find out!

ABQ Connect
Melissa Dougherty

ABQ Connect

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 21:37


Melissa Dougherty has two Associate's degrees, one in Early Childhood Multicultural Education, the other in Liberal Arts, and a Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary. She is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Religious Studies as well. Melissa was saved at 16... The post Melissa Dougherty appeared first on ABQ Connect.

Chris Fabry Live
Happy Lies

Chris Fabry Live

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 46:55 Transcription Available


On our next Chris Fabry Live, you'll hear Christian apologist and YouTube sensation Melissa Dougherty. Her new book, Happy Lies, explains how a movement you might never have heard of shaped our self-obsessed world. How did we become so toxically subjective? Why is endless positivity inherently destructive? And how we can live with faithful truth and genuine love in a self-obsessed time? Hear the conversation on Chris Fabry Live. For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SHEmpowers
Happy Lies - Uncovering the Truth Behind New Thought Ideologies w. Melissa Dougherty

SHEmpowers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 69:48


The WOW Pod welcomes Melissa Dougherty - a Christian apologist and author of her book 'Happy Lies'. Melissa is best known for her YouTube channel with over 325,000 subscribers and counting. In this episode, Melissa discusses her journey from New Age beliefs to Christianity, exploring the themes of deception in modern spirituality, the differences between New Age and New Thought, and the allure of subjective truth. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding these ideologies and their impact on personal faith and spirituality. In this conversation, Melissa Dougherty and Dr. Kayla Lucas explore the themes of self-creation, authority, and the quest for truth in a world filled with relativism and confusion. Get ready for this robust and honest conversation that discusses the allure of new thought ideologies, the importance of understanding moral truth, and the spiritual warfare surrounding the concept of truth.Notable Topics:New Age vs New ThoughtSubjective truth often leads to confusionUnderstanding biblical truths for discernmentThe allure of self help and manifestationThe spiritual warfares in modern cultureRelativism leads to confusion and divisionConnect with Melissa: Get your copy of Happy Lies!https://www.melissadougherty.co                                    https://www.youtube.com/MelissaDougherty      The Melissa Dougherty Podcast on Spotify      Follow Melissa on InstagramSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucasJoin us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

GotQuestions.org Podcast
Happy Lies: What is the New Thought Movement and why is it so dangerous? - GotQuestions.org Podcast Episode 242

GotQuestions.org Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 35:35


What is the New Thought movement? What were the origins of the New Thought movement? How is the New Thought movement related to the Word-Faith movement / Prosperity Gospel? A conversation with Melissa Dougherty.

Pirated Christian Radio
F4F | Happy Lies Interview with Melissa Dougherty

Pirated Christian Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 69:33


11,527 views Premiered Jan 28, 2025 Go check out Melissa's Book HERE: https://amzn.to/3PV0MxK Support Fighting for the Faith Join Our Crew: http://www.piratechristian.com/join-o... Patreon:   / piratechristian   Merchandise: https://www.moteefe.com/store/pirate-... Fighting for the Faith Radio Program: http://fightingforthefaith.com Social Media Facebook:   / piratechristian   Twitter:   / piratechristian   Instagram:   / piratechristian   Video Sermons    / @kongsvingerlutheran670   Sermons http://www.kongsvingerchurch.org/sermons Sunday Schools http://www.kongsvingerchurch.org/bibl... Bible Software Used in this Video: https://www.accordancebible.com Video Editing Software: https://adobe.ly/2W9lyNa Video Recording Software: https://www.ecamm.com Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NET) are from the NET Bible® copyright ©1996-2016 by Biblical Studies Press, L.L.C. http://netbible.com http://netbible.com/ All rights reserved.

Apologetics 315 Interviews
150 - Happy Lies & New Thought with Melissa Dougherty

Apologetics 315 Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 79:57


Episode Summary:In this episode, Brian and Chad welcome Melissa Dougherty, author and apologist, to discuss the influence of the New Thought movement on modern culture and Christianity. Melissa shares insights from her book, explaining how New Thought has infiltrated self-help teachings, Word of Faith theology, and broader church beliefs. She also explores its historical roots and the challenges of recognizing and addressing these ideas in Christian circles.Key Topics Discussed:1. Introduction to New ThoughtOverview of New Thought as a movement distinct from New Age beliefs.How it has subtly shaped modern self-help, prosperity gospel, and even mainstream Christian teachings.2. The Influence of New Thought in Popular CultureConnections to figures like Oprah Winfrey and self-help gurus.The role of books like Think and Grow Rich in spreading New Thought principles.Influence on multi-level marketing (MLM) mindset and motivation tactics.3. Theological Implications and ConcernsHow New Thought distorts biblical concepts such as faith, prayer, and God's sovereignty.The impact on Word of Faith theology and the prosperity gospel.The dangers of "manifesting" and the law of attraction from a biblical perspective.4. Engaging with Those Influenced by New ThoughtMelissa's research approach, including attending Unity churches and speaking with adherents.The importance of asking thoughtful questions rather than attacking beliefs.Encouraging discernment and deeper biblical study to counteract misleading teachings.5. Practical Steps for ListenersHow to recognize New Thought influence in Christian teaching.Resources for deeper study, including Melissa's book and other apologetics materials.Encouragement to develop strong hermeneutics and biblical literacy.Quotable Moments:"New Thought isn't New Age—it's something much sneakier because it uses Christian language.""If the faith cure movement, Pentecostalism, and New Thought had a baby, it would be the Word of Faith movement.""We need to understand scripture in context, rather than cherry-picking verses to fit our desires."Resources Mentioned:Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa DoughertyMelissa Dougherty's YouTube ChannelApologetics 315 Website: apologetics315.comSpeakPipe for listener questions: speakpipe.com/apologetics315Truthbomb Apologetics Blog: truthbomb.blogspot.comConnect with Us:Email: podcast@apologetics315.comLeave a voice message: speakpipe.com/apologetics315Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend and help spread the word.================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You c

In the Market with Janet Parshall
Hour 1: Happy Lies

In the Market with Janet Parshall

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 44:49 Transcription Available


Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You're not alone. Melissa Dougherty will join us to trace the roots of today's social chaos back to a little-known (but very influential) 1800s philosophy known as New Thought. A former follower of its teachings, Melissa provides clarity and compassion as she exposes New Thought's deceptions and its many concerning tendrils within the church and our "self-help" culture.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gospel Spice
Engaging and resisting culture with Christlike faith | with Patrick Miller

Gospel Spice

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 46:12


Stephanie here! Do, you, like me, feel more like an outsider in the American culture today than you did ten years ago, as a Christian? If that's the case, you're not alone. The question is, what kind of outsider will we become? Will we become a combative outsider and rage against your enemies? Will we become a conformist outsider and mirror the world around us? Will we become a conflict-averse outsider and avoid confrontation at all costs? GIWEAWAY COMING UP! In our February newsletter, we will give away THREE copies of "Joyful Outsiders" in partnership with Patrick and his publisher, Zondervan. We will also give 3 copies of our previous January book interview ("Happy Lies" by Melissa Dougherty, episode 374). So make sure to be signed up to our newsletter for a chance to win. Sign up here: https://www.gospelspice.com/signup How can I convey to you the timely importance of this book? This has to do with the questions that we encounter every day and that make us feel like outsiders. Like, how do I react when my child's teacher claims that there are hundreds of genders? Or, what do I say when my best friend calls me a Marxist because I'm troubled by systemic racism? Or, how do I talk with my mom when she posts conspiracy theories on Facebook? Or, how do I talk to my coworker who says that all Christians are bigots? For these important questions that we have to face today, there isn't one size fits all solutions. We need to first remember that as Christians, we are outsiders to the culture we live in. As Patrick Miller, says, we live in Babylon, and yet we are called by scripture to both make our home in Babylon and resist Babylon. How do we do that? Jesus calls us to live seamless lives, and yet the fear that we encounter daily when we experience being an outsider, that fear has a habit of making scenes in our lives. How can we together resist Babylon's efforts to tear the fabric of reality, even as we work to repair this fabric, and influence the world for Christ? It's really understandable that we want to relieve the tension. We could change our beliefs to fit in, we could rage against our enemies and force them to agree with us, or we could just retreat from it all. But do these options really help, or do they just help us feel more helpless and angry and confused? Do they make us more, or less Christlike? Jesus has so much for us. He's called us to be a joyful outsider like him. He was crucified as an outcast outside the city. Now he welcomes us to join him; to die to ourselves and discover that sacrificial love has the power to change the world. In Joyful Outsiders, pastors Patrick Miller and Keith Simon show us how to be a joyful outsider by laying out six ways to navigate a confusing culture at home, at work, and beyond. They draw on the examples of biblical characters to introduce six types of joyful outsiders: the artist, the protestor, the builder, the advisor, the ambassador, and the trainer. We might be an outsider in today's world, but that doesn't mean Jesus can't use us to change it. TAKE THE TEST go to joyfuloutsiders.com to discover how to address culture in the way God wired you.  MORE ABOUT “JOYFUL OUTSIDERS” This practical guide helps you find peace and clarity in a confusing culture. Through it, you will learn healthy, biblical ways to both cultivate and resist the world around you. You will learn how to change the culture without becoming like it. In Joyful Outsiders, you will: Discover joy by embracing your identity as an outsider Find which of the six ways God is calling you to follow Experience freedom from fear of the world and anger toward it Learn how to both resist and cultivate the world around you MEET PATRICK MILLER Patrick Miller is a pastor and cultural commentator who writes about politics, culture, and technology, contributing articles to Christianity Today, Newsweek, The Gospel Coalition, and other publications. His podcast, Truth Over Tribe is one of Apple's top news commentary podcasts, featuring interviews with leading Christian thinkers, writers, and scholars. He's the co-author of Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb, Not the Donkey or the Elephant. Patrick received a Master of Divinity from Covenant Theological Seminary, and pastors a politically diverse church, The Crossing. He and his wife, Emily, have two children. We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Anchored by the Sword
Melissa Dougherty's Freedom Story!

Anchored by the Sword

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 50:56


In this episode, I am joined by Melissa Dougherty, author of the upcoming book Happy Lies. Melissa shares her incredible testimony of how God rescued her from depression, spiritual deception, and counterfeit gospels. Growing up in a Presbyterian home, she encountered the Gospel at a party as a teenager, which completely transformed her life. However, her early faith journey was shaped by a legalistic church and a hunger for intellectual answers about Christianity. Melissa reveals how she fell into the alluring teachings of New Thought spirituality, which disguised itself with biblical language and concepts like the Law of Attraction and health-and-wealth theology. Through years of study and God's grace, she realized the dangers of these teachings and is now on a mission to equip Christians to discern truth from deception. In her book Happy Lies, Melissa exposes how New Thought spirituality has infiltrated modern Christian culture, distorting the Gospel and replacing it with self-centered ideologies. If you've ever felt unsettled by the prosperity gospel, progressive Christianity, or teachings that seem “almost biblical,” this conversation is for you. Key Takeaways: Melissa's powerful testimony of encountering the Gospel and finding hope in her darkest moments. What New Thought spirituality is and how it deceptively uses Christian language to mislead believers. The connection between New Thought teachings and the prosperity gospel. Why knowing your Bible is the best defense against spiritual deception. Join us as Melissa unpacks the importance of knowing Scripture deeply and standing firm in the truth of the Gospel. Bio: Melissa Dougherty is a Christian apologist best known for her YouTube channel with over 285,000 subscribers and counting. Her videos, which primarily cover New Age and New Thought, have been viewed over 18 million times. Melissa is highly regarded and connected in the apologetics community. She has had  numerous influential guests on her YouTube channel and is a frequent guest on the YouTube videos and podcasts of popular thinkers as well. Melissa has a bachelor's degree in religious studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary, where she's also pursuing her master's degree in religious studies. Melissa is married with two daughters and lives in New Mexico. Anchor Verses: 2 Timothy 3: 4 2 Timothy 2: 22-25 Connect with Melissa: Website: https://www.melissadougherty.co YouTube: https://youtube.com/@melissadougherty Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hrvYxTWuajR2vaoHSwQ67?si=_SXqEFXtSMW8O30uagxpsA IG: https://www.instagram.com/melissaldougherty FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/163SonUPtv/?mibextid=wwXIfr ***We're thrilled to hear from our listeners! Sharing your thoughts through reviews is a fantastic way to become part of our podcast community and contribute to the conversation. If you've enjoyed our podcast, leaving a review is a quick and easy process. Simply head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening and share your feedback. Your input makes a significant difference!***

The Post-Christian Podcast
The Happy Lies Too Many Believe with Melissa Dougherty

The Post-Christian Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 20:33


In this episode of the Post Christian Podcast, host Dr. Eric Bryant interviews YouTuber, apologist, and author Melissa Dougherty. Melissa delves into her journey from the New Age movement to discovering the profound differences between New Age and New Thought beliefs. She shares her journey finding faith in Jesus. Melissa introduces her new book, Happy Lies, discussing its significance and the impact of New Thought beliefs in modern Christianity. She emphasizes the importance of thoughtful dialogue and understanding in reaching those with diverse spiritual backgrounds and beliefs.

Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast
Interview: Melissa Dougherty – Happy Lies

Stand to Reason Weekly Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 58:00


Greg talks to Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, about how the 19th-century New Thought movement is still affecting the church today.   Topics: Interview: Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World (00:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa Dougherty Melissa Dougherty's YouTube channel Melissa Dougherty's website Greg's previous interview with Melissa Dougherty Strange New World by Carl Trueman Related Links: “The Secret”: A Fatal Attraction by Greg Koukl

The Becket Cook Show
Is This False Doctrine in Your Church? Melissa Dougherty Interview

The Becket Cook Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 57:59


Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In this episode, Becket Cook sits down with the insightful Melissa Dougherty to discuss her new book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World. We dive deep into New Thought, its history, and how it has shaped modern self-help, the Word of Faith movement, and even progressive Christianity. Melissa exposes how these ideas—often disguised as biblical—have infiltrated churches, personal development culture, and even our everyday affirmations. Melissa's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyKgD0DLtBN21gfThSalyUQ Melissa's Book: https://tinyurl.com/ek68u3m8 The Becket Cook Show Ep. 187 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube Join the Patreon! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Filter It Through a Brain Cell
267. How to Recognize ‘Happy Lies' with Melissa Dougherty

Filter It Through a Brain Cell

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 39:11


Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You're not alone. Want to test yourself on how well you can recognize fallacies in real life? Take the Meme Fallacy Quiz! www.filteritthroughabraincell.com/quiz Learn more about Crazy Thinkers membership where you can practice critical thinking using real-life memes, articles & headlines: www.filteritthroughabraincell.com/crazy Here's how you can purchase the Logical Fallacies ebook: https://www.filteritthroughabraincell.com/offers/z6xbAcB2 Send me any questions, comments or even the fallacies you're seeing around you! think@filteritthroughabraincell.com Or, tag me on Instagram: @filteritthroughabraincell Sign up on my email list at: www.filteritthroughabraincell.com/contact Learn more about Summit Student Conferences: www.summit.org/braincell and use code BRAINCELL25 to get $200 off! Learn more about Classical Conversations: www.classicalconversations.com/filterit To take the YouScience Talent Assessment: Website: https://www.wellspentsolutions.com/discoverregistration Get 20% off with discount code FILTERIT20 Thank you to our sponsor, CTC Math! Website: https://www.ctcmath.com/?tr_id=brain Homeschool page: https://www.ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=brain Free trail: https://www.ctcmath.com/trial?tr_id=brain Special offer! Get 1/2-off discounts plus bonus 6-months free! https://www.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool50?tr_id=BRAIN

The Culture Translator
Melissa Dougherty on The Difference Between Manifesting and Prayer

The Culture Translator

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 43:14


Melissa Dougherty is a Christian apologist best known for her YouTube channel with over 285,000 subscribers and counting. Her videos, which primarily cover New Age and New Thought, have been viewed over 18 million times. Melissa is highly regarded and connected in the apologetics community. She has a bachelor's degree in religious studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary, where she's also pursuing her master's degree in religious studies. We'll be talking today primarily about her new book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard of Shaped our Self-Obsessed World. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org.

The Remnant Radio's Podcast
Speaking in Faith or Happy Lies? Interview With Melissa Dougherty

The Remnant Radio's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 76:27


Send us a textJoin The Remnant Radio as we sit down with Christian apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to discuss her new book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World. Melissa will trace the roots of our culture's toxic subjectivity and relentless pursuit of happiness back to an influential 19th-century philosophy called New Thought—a movement that shaped much of today's self-help culture and even infiltrated the church. As a former follower of New Thought teachings, Melissa brings a unique perspective, blending her personal journey with biblical insights and a touch of wit. We'll discuss: The hidden dangers of New Thought philosophy and its modern manifestations. How the "positive thought" movement hijacks Christian-sounding ideas and burdens believers. Why our culture's obsession with self and "fake authenticity" undermines true redemption. How the Christian worldview offers a life-giving alternative to the world's Happy Lies. This episode promises to be eye-opening, equipping you to recognize and respond to deceptive ideologies with truth and grace. Don't miss it! Book: https://a.co/d/f8IwFoS 

Do The Thing Movement
353. Recognizing the Deception of New Thought Philosophy with Melissa Dougherty

Do The Thing Movement

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 44:09


In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, Melissa Dougherty discusses her journey to writing her book Happy Lies, exploring the differences between New Thought and New Age beliefs, and the impact of these movements on Christianity. She shares her experiences with self-help literature and the importance of maintaining truth in the face of commercial pressures. The conversation highlights the hidden influences of New Thought and the need for discernment among believers. They discuss the significance of healing within Christianity, the challenges of suffering, and how God's sovereignty plays a crucial role in these conversations. Melissa Dougherty is a Christian apologist best known for her YouTube channel with over 261,000 subscribers and counting. Her videos, which primarily cover New Age and New Thought, have been viewed over 18 million times. Melissa is highly regarded and connected in the apologetics community. She has had numerous influential guests on her YouTube channel and is a frequent guest on the YouTube videos and podcasts of popular thinkers as well. Melissa has a bachelor's degree in religious studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary, where she's also pursuing her master's degree in religious studies. Melissa is married with two daughters and lives in New Mexico. Happy Lies Book Rebecca has a brand new book!  The world tells us to hurry up and get what we want. God tells us to rest and trust in His timing. Discover practical ways to place your “meanwhile” season in the hands of a faithful God in Rebecca's new book You're Not Too Late. ⁠⁠Order You're Not Too Late on Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Access Preorder Bonus (a FREE 50-day Digital Devotional!)⁠⁠  Sponsors:  Start your 2025 with the most important book of all—the Bible! The CSB Jesus Daily Bible is your perfect companion to keep Jesus at the center of everything this year. Through a 52-week guided reading plan, you'll explore the Bible thematically and see how Jesus is woven into every story, from Genesis to Revelation. And the best part? You can jump in at any time, making it easy to stay consistent. ⁠⁠Jesus Daily Bible

The Sean McDowell Show
Is "New Thought" A Cause for Concern? (Melissa Dougherty Speaks Out)

The Sean McDowell Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 66:22


There is a rising movement–which few people are familiar with–sweeping across the world known as New Thought. What is it? And how concerned should we be? Former New Ager, Melissa Dougherty, joins me to discuss her soon-to-be released book Happy Lies, and why Christians need to wake up to the New Thought movement. READ: Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa Dougherty (https://amzn.to/3BG93Sz) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [SMDCERTDISC] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: @sean_mcdowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

Her Faith Inspires Podcast
Ep 272: Happy Lies: A movement that shaped our self-obsessed world with Melissa Dougherty

Her Faith Inspires Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 62:35


You've heard of New Age but have you heard of New Thought? Even if you haven't you've likely been impacted by the messages coming from this movement shaping our self-obsessed world. From positive affirmations to the prosperity gospel, New Thought messages have slithered into the church through crafty teachers and tickled the ears of unsuspecting Christians. And you may have even read about New Thought ideas from the pages of your own self-help books. Melissa Dougherty, author of Happy Lies: How A Movement You (probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World is on the show to warn us and equip us to spot New Thought and understand this stealthy movement. Click the link below to get your copy! Find Melissa and preorder Happy Lies: https://www.melissadougherty.co Follow Melissa on the socials @MelissaDougherty Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

Apologetics Canada Podcast
Happy Lies: With Melissa Dougherty

Apologetics Canada Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 46:49


Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You're not alone. On this week's podcast Wes sat down with author, YouTuber, and ex-New Thoughter, Melissa Dougherty, about her upcoming book Happy Lies: How a movement you (probably) never heard of shaped our self-obsessed world.

Gospel Spice
How a pernicious false doctrine is invading our churches and theology | with Melissa Dougherty

Gospel Spice

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 49:34


We live in an era dominated by subjective morality and individualized spirituality. How do we provide biblical, God-honoring responses? Stephanie sits down with Christian apologist and popular YouTuber Melissa Dougherty, who utilizes theological insights alongside her deeply personal experiences to dismantle the seductive façade of the New Thought movement. She describes this philosophy as “a stealthy message of encouragement to live your truth, seek happiness, find your identity through sexual freedom, and think your desires into existence. Often with the name of Jesus attached as an endorsement.” GIWEAWAY COMING UP! In our February newsletter, we will give away THREE copies of "Happy Lies" in partnership with Melissa and her publisher, Zondervan. We will also give 3 copies of our next January book interview (airing January 28, episode 376). So make sure to be signed up to our newsletter for a chance to win. Sign up here: https://www.gospelspice.com/signup In her groundbreaking debut, Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, Melissa Dougherty, an ex-New Thought follower herself, deconstructs the myths propagated by secular self-empowerment and affirmation movements. She explains how New Thought concepts like toxic affirmation and the “Law of Attraction” intersect with the prosperity gospel. She highlights how New Thought influences are subtly embedded in progressive Christianity and the gender identity crisis, and even how this movement is foundational to the weakened theology used in “Seeker-friendly” churches. Dougherty urges her audience to reflect deeply on these beliefs, encouraging them to discern contemporary culture's pervasive lies and to seek a more authentic understanding of the gospel. With clarity and a touch of compassionate snark, Melissa examines New Thought's appealing yet distorted spirituality. She warns of its pervasive impact on modern theology, emphasizing how the movement's focus on self-authority and personal experience often overshadows the biblical narrative. New Thought ideology subtly infiltrates contemporary Christian thought, presenting a false gospel that masquerades as a more open-minded, tolerant, and loving interpretation of Jesus and the Bible. Melissa recounts her epiphany during a hiatus from seminary, where her extensive readings unveiled a distinction between "New Thought" and "New Age." Despite their overlaps, these movements stand alone in intent and belief structures. Her desire to educate and spark dialogue about New Thought arose from the absence of evangelical discourse on the topic, with only a handful of scholars like Craig Hazen touching on it. Determined to spotlight this under-discussed issue, she writes a book laden with historical contexts, practical definitions, and a respectful yet critical analysis of New Thought within a Christian framework. Melissa describes New Thought as a metaphysical reinterpretation of Christianity, where the Scriptures are sometimes twisted into allegorical tales akin to self-help doctrines. Melissa coined the term "metamistagorical," combining metaphysical, mystical, and allegorical elements, to describe New Thought. She reflects on how figures like Oprah Winfrey and Joel Osteen intermingle Christian identification with mystical attributes to create a semblance of spiritual alignment. Melissa stresses that while New Thought is frequently confused with New Age philosophies, it poses a unique threat to believers: “New Thought ideas will deceive Christians before New Age ideas ever will. […] You've probably adopted some of its teachings, and you don't even realize it.” Unlike New Age's openly mystical practices, New Thought often acts as a metaphysical Christianity, making its influence sneakier and more deceptive. Dougherty concludes with a heartfelt prayer for her readers: “I hope you can't unsee [New Thought]. I hope it stirs something within you, something refusing to be ignored. Now, go tell others. Tell them the Joyful Truth so they don't fall for Happy Lies. ” In Happy Lies, highly regarded Christian apologist and ex-New Ager Melissa Dougherty . . . Tackles the frustrations surrounding the rise of pop spirituality and “self-actualization,” even within Christianity Exposes the deceptions of New Thought—a movement centered on positive thinking, mental healing, self-worship, and spiritual empowerment Counters subjective, “me”-focused platitudes with objective truths that dispel spiritual confusion and bring peace to anxious minds Provides practical methods to uproot the subtle, mystical, and insidious spiritual beliefs that dilute the core message of Christianity Clarifies how to recognize the misleading spiritual practices infiltrating modern Christianity and reject them to embrace the beauty of an authentic Christian life MORE ABOUT “HAPPY LIES” In this groundbreaking book, popular apologist Melissa Dougherty helps us understand how our society got to be so toxically subjective, why endless positivity is inherently destructive, and how we can live with faithful truth and genuine love in these self-obsessed times. Have you ever wondered how we ended up in a world where personal feelings could become the authority for reality? Or why so many of us are on a relentless pursuit for happiness yet somehow feel more exhausted and sadder than ever? You're not alone. Melissa deftly traces the roots of today's social chaos back to a little-known (but very influential) 1800s philosophy known as New Thought. A former follower of its teachings, Melissa provides clarity and compassion mixed with a dash of loving snark as she exposes New Thought's deceptions and its many concerning tendrils within the church and our "self-help" culture. You'll be shocked, grieved, and encouraged as you learn: How you can experience true freedom, hope, and peace instead of the world's counterfeits How an anti-God ideology so easily hijacked Christian-sounding ideas Why thinking positively is entirely different from the unbiblical and burdensome "positive thought" movement Why fake "authenticity" short-circuits real redemption How understanding the New Thought mindset can help us share our faith more effectively Uncover a dangerous ideology that nearly everyone has met, yet few of us can name, in order to better understand our culture and joyfully live faithful to the gospel that is so much better than our world's Happy Lies. MEET MELISSA DOUGHERTY Melissa Dougherty is a Christian apologist best known for her YouTube channel with over 285,000 subscribers and counting. Her videos, which primarily cover New Age and New Thought, have been viewed over 18 million times. Melissa is highly regarded and connected in the apologetics community. She has had numerous influential guests on her YouTube channel and is a frequent guest on the YouTube videos and podcasts of popular thinkers as well. Melissa has a bachelor's degree in religious studies from Southern Evangelical Seminary, where she's also pursuing her master's degree in religious studies. Melissa is married with two daughters and lives in New Mexico. You will find her on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty  We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/74762/link/ Centering on Christ | The Tabernacle experience https://www.podcastics.com/episode/94182/link/ Shades of Red | Against human oppression https://www.podcastics.com/episode/115017/link/ God's glory, our delight  https://www.podcastics.com/episode/126051/link/   Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

Truth Be Told Radio
A Final Good Reminder

Truth Be Told Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 27:00


Truth Be Told Radio is a conservative reformed Christian talk/variety show that shines the light of truth from a biblical perspective and a unique blend of special guests, humor, critiques, sermons, clips, and news. Here is a list of channels and ministries we use: WWUTT (When We Understand The Text on Youtube. Also another channel of Pastor Gabriel Hugh's called WWUTText). R.C. Sproul lessons from Ligonier Ministries, Wretched on the Wretched channel (on Youtube) and their site for their radio and tv show at: www.wretched.org, Melissa Dougherty on Youtube, Dr. Voddie Baucham with Youtube channel Grace Family Baptist. Church and, Joni Eareckson Tada, also Voddie Baucham via Grace Baptist Church Youtube page and James White via Apologia Studios. One Minute Apologetics by The Gospel Coalition and another called Debunked (videos) can be seen on Youtube

The Playing With Fire Podcast
Is a Dangerous Ideology Secretly Hijacking Some Christians' Beliefs? Apologist Melissa Dougherty Sounds Alarm on 'New Thought'

The Playing With Fire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 30:46


NEW SEASON OF "PLAYING WITH FIRE" BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Christian Solidarity International (CSI), a Christian human rights organization that advocates for and helps victims of religious persecution, enslavement, victimized children, and victims of natural disasters. Is a dangerous ideology secretly hijacking some Christians' worldview? Apologist Melissa Dougherty breaks down "New Thought," differentiates it from New Age and offers a powerful explanation of what is tying it all together. "It really does go back to the oldest lie in the book of the serpent's lie," she says on today's Playing With Fire. Listen to this fascinating conversation — and pre-order Melissa's new book, "Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World."MORE INFORMATION:- Want to know more? Read Billy's book, "Playing With Fire: A Modern Investigation Into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts"- Follow Billy on Facebook- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram

More to the Story with Andy Miller III
Happy Lies with Melissa Dougherty

More to the Story with Andy Miller III

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 62:53


Melissa deftly traces the roots of today's social chaos back to a little-known (but very influential) 1800s philosophy known as New Thought. A former follower of its teachings, Melissa provides clarity and compassion mixed with a dash of loving snark as she exposes New Thought's deceptions and its many concerning tendrils within the church and our "self-help" culture.Youtube - https://youtu.be/qDZIvFmUws4Audio - https://andymilleriii.com/media/podcastApple -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-to-the-story-with-dr-andy-miller/id1569988895?uo=4Here's Melissa's website: https://www.melissadougherty.coIf you are interested in learning more about my two video-accompanied courses, Contender: Going Deeper in the Book of Jude andHeaven and Other Destinations: A Biblical Journey Beyond this World , visit courses.andymilleriii.comAnd don't forget about my most recent book, Contender, which is available on Amazon! Five Steps to Deeper Teaching and Preaching - Recently, I updated this PDF document and added a 45-minute teaching video with slides, explaining this tool. It's like a mini-course. If you sign up for my list, I will send this free resource to you. Sign up here - www.AndyMillerIII.com or Five Steps to Deeper Teaching and Preaching. Today's episode is brought to you by Wesley Biblical Seminary. Interested in going deeper in your faith? Check out our certificate programs, B.A., M.A.s, M.Div., and D.Min degrees. You will study with world-class faculty and the most racially diverse student body in the country. www.wbs.eduThanks too to Phil Laeger for my podcast music. You can find out about Phil's music at https://www.laeger.net

Cloud Realities
CRLIVE33: AWS re:Invent Day 1: Big themes, state of sustainable tech and the future of FS with Rahul Sareen and Melissa Dougherty

Cloud Realities

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 70:20


Live from the Yardbird in Las Vegas, we're bringing you a special limited series of episodes on AWS re:Invent 2025. Join us as we check in with AWS and take an industry temperature check.  Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip from the Strip. In a packed show on day one of the conference, Dave and Rob first chat about expectations for re:Invent this year and the main Keynote announcements.Then they talk to:Rahul Sareen, Global Head Cross Industry about state of sustainable techMelissa Dougherty, MD Global Partner Sales, Financial Services about the future of FSalso Matt Gillard, 'Cloud Dialogues' and Paul Mukherjee and Liam Walsh, UK Gov Defra, drop in to say hello.TLDR00:38 Setting the scene and emerging themes AWS re:Invent 2024 by the team and Matt Gillard14:38 State of sustainable tech with Rahul Sareen33:35 The future of FS with Melissa Dougherty 1:01:44 Drop In with Liam Walsh and Paul Mukherjee GuestsRahul Sareen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-sareen-1b2bb86/ Melissa Dougherty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaadougherty/Matt Gillard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgillard/ Paul Mukerjee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmukherjee/Liam Walsh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liamjameswalsh/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Truth Be Told Radio
Proper Worship in Song - Psalm 150

Truth Be Told Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 115:00


Proper Worship in Song - Psalm 150 Truth Be Told Radio is a conservative reformed Christian talk/variety show that shines the light of truth from a biblical perspective and a unique blend of special guests, humor, critiques, sermons, clips, and news. Here is a list of channels and ministries we use: WWUTT (When We Understand The Text on Youtube. Also another channel of Pastor Gabriel Hugh's called WWUTText). R.C. Sproul lessons from Ligonier Ministries, Wretched on the Wretched channel (on Youtube) and their site for their radio and tv show at: www.wretched.org, Melissa Dougherty on Youtube, Dr. Voddie Baucham with Youtube channel Grace Family Baptist. Church and, Joni Eareckson Tada, also Voddie Baucham via Grace Baptist Church Youtube page and James White via Apologia Studios. One Minute Apologetics by The Gospel Coalition and another called Debunked (videos) can be seen on Youtube

Truth Be Told Radio
The Battle with the Devil

Truth Be Told Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 107:00


The Battle with the Devil Truth Be Told Radio is a conservative reformed Christian talk/variety show that shines the light of truth from a biblical perspective and a unique blend of special guests, humor, critiques, sermons, clips, and news. Here is a list of channels and ministries we use: WWUTT (When We Understand The Text on Youtube. Also another channel of Pastor Gabriel Hugh's called WWUTText). R.C. Sproul lessons from Ligonier Ministries, Wretched on the Wretched channel (on Youtube) and their site for their radio and tv show at: www.wretched.org, Melissa Dougherty on Youtube, Dr. Voddie Baucham with Youtube channel Grace Family Baptist. Church and, Joni Eareckson Tada, also Voddie Baucham via Grace Baptist Church Youtube page and James White via Apologia Studios. One Minute Apologetics by The Gospel Coalition and another called Debunked (videos) can be seen on Youtube

Truth Be Told Radio
Grace Alone - The Divine Initiative

Truth Be Told Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 115:00


Grace Alone - The Divine Initiative  Truth Be Told Radio is a conservative reformed Christian talk/variety show that shines the light of truth from a biblical perspective and a unique blend of special guests, humor, critiques, sermons, clips, and news. Here is a list of channels and ministries we use: WWUTT (When We Understand The Text on Youtube. Also another channel of Pastor Gabriel Hugh's called WWUTText). R.C. Sproul lessons from Ligonier Ministries, Wretched on the Wretched channel (on Youtube) and their site for their radio and tv show at: www.wretched.org, Melissa Dougherty on Youtube, Dr. Voddie Baucham with Youtube channel Grace Family Baptist. Church and, Joni Eareckson Tada, also Voddie Baucham via Grace Baptist Church Youtube page and James White via Apologia Studios. One Minute Apologetics by The Gospel Coalition and another called Debunked (videos) can be seen on Youtube

Truth Be Told Radio
Guilt and Forgiveness

Truth Be Told Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 120:00


Guilt and Forgiveness Truth Be Told Radio is a conservative reformed Christian talk/variety show that shines the light of truth from a biblical perspective and a unique blend of special guests, humor, critiques, sermons, clips, and news. Here is a list of channels and ministries we use: WWUTT (When We Understand The Text on Youtube. Also another channel of Pastor Gabriel Hugh's called WWUTText). R.C. Sproul lessons from Ligonier Ministries, Wretched on the Wretched channel (on Youtube) and their site for their radio and tv show at: www.wretched.org, Melissa Dougherty on Youtube, Dr. Voddie Baucham with Youtube channel Grace Family Baptist. Church and, Joni Eareckson Tada, also Voddie Baucham via Grace Baptist Church Youtube page and James White via Apologia Studios. One Minute Apologetics by The Gospel Coalition and another called Debunked (videos) can be seen on Youtube

Theology Mom
Starting Christian College, Leaving in Spiritual Deconstruction?

Theology Mom

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 59:03


How can a Christian go to a Christian college or seminary... and end up actually leaving the faith? There is a sort of an elephant in the room when Christians go to look into seminaries: there are a lot of identity politics and cultural ideologies that are unbiblical. I recently talked with Melissa Dougherty about this phenomenon, what to look out for, and what to do about it.

Ex-Psychic Saved: Exposing Divination, New Age, and the Occult
New Age vs. New Thought: Unpacking the Deception with Melissa Dougherty

Ex-Psychic Saved: Exposing Divination, New Age, and the Occult

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 76:38


Jenn is joined by guest Melissa Dougherty to break down the differences between New Age and New Thought movements. While they may seem similar, both are deceptive in their own ways. Together, they explore the unique dangers each presents and how Christians can guard themselves from these false teachings.FOLLOW JENN NIZZA:- Follow Jenn on Instagram- Follow Jenn on TikTok- Follow Jenn on YouTube- Get Jenn's books

Kindled Podcast - Creative Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, Small Business Strategy, Encouragement and Grace
New Thought: The Movement Shaping our Self-Obsessed World | Melissa Dougherty

Kindled Podcast - Creative Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, Small Business Strategy, Encouragement and Grace

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 75:43


Join us for a conversation with Apologist Melissa Dougherty where she helps us understand how our society got to be so toxically subjective, why endless positivity is inherently negative, and how we can live with truth and love in these self-obsessed times. Dougherty deftly traces the roots of today's social chaos back to the 1800s philosophy of New Thought. With clarity, compassion, and a bit of loving snark, she exposes New Thought's deceptions and shows us why it's important for our minds and hearts to hold fast to biblical truth. SPONSORS ⁠Seven Weeks Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ - KINDLED10 for 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Heart Nutrition⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - use code KINDLED for 20% off --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kindledpodcast/support