Podcast appearances and mentions of melissa dougherty

#bible #Biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #WheatAndTares #GoodFruit In this discussion, Ric and Mary explore the difference between wheat and tares as described in Matthew 13:24-30. They reflect on how to maintain a heavenly perspective in our everyday lives and how to discern whether we are like wheat or tares. Being born again enables us to see the distinction between our relationship with the world and our relationship with our Creator. Our hope is to bear good fruit for Christ.

#Bible #Biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #HearingGod Are we receptive to God's call in a broken world? Do we understand His message, and are we willing to take action to fulfill His will? In this episode, we discuss the obstacles that prevent us from hearing God and growing in our faith. What can we do to cultivate good soil so that we can produce the fruits God calls us to bear?   Please help us grow by donating to keep Bible Study Company free for others: https://biblestudycompany.com/#

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #podcast #spiritualfamily In this episode, we're exploring Matthew 12:50, where Jesus reminds us that whoever does the will of His Father is like family—our brothers and sisters in Christ. How can we foster relationships with loved ones who have not yet found their faith while remaining true to God's will? Join us as we examine Matthew 12:46-50 to shed light on how to navigate this meaningful scripture.

#jesus #bible #biblia #godswill #JesusChrist #miracle Do we sometimes overlook God's miracles, even when they are right in front of us? Often, we focus so much on trying to make things work with our own strength that we fail to acknowledge what God has done in our lives. Join Ric and Mary of Bible Study Company and learn about the many blessings we have in Christ.

Is mysticism creeping into your church? Are you unknowingly influenced by New Age or New Thought beliefs?In this eye-opening conversation, Jonny Ardavanis sits down with apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to unpack the subtle but dangerous ideas infiltrating modern Christianity — from the Law of Attraction and Christ consciousness to Christian mysticism, universalism, and the teachings of Richard Rohr.Melissa shares her personal story of being deeply involved in the church while unknowingly holding occultic, unbiblical beliefs — and what finally woke her up.

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #spiritofgod #podcast #divineauthority Jesus says, "Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters." Do we truly understand the divine authority of God and how the Holy Spirit works in our lives to help us discern between good and evil?

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #praiseworthy #godswill In this podcast, we will discuss how we can find healing in the circumstances that the Lord brings into our lives. Through these experiences, we will learn how to live a praiseworthy life amid challenges.

  Is Splankna New Age? In this episode, we respond directly to claims made by Melissa Dougherty and break down whether Splankna aligns with a biblical worldview or crosses into energy healing. If you've seen "Splankna Exposed" and felt confused, concerned, or curious—this conversation will give you clarity, context, and a grounded Christian perspective. This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, we respond directly to the claims made in a recent video by Melissa Dougherty titled "Splankna Exposed: Energy Healing Disguised as Christianity." This conversation is not about attacking—but about bringing clarity, discernment, and truth to a topic that many Christians are wrestling with. Is Splankna New Age? Is it rooted in unbiblical practices? Or is it a misunderstood approach to addressing the mind-body connection through a biblical lens? In this episode, Laura Milliken and Sarah Thiessen walk through the biggest concerns surrounding "energy," meridians, and body-based techniques. They unpack where these ideas originated, what modern science does and doesn't support, and how Christians can think critically without falling into fear or deception. Most importantly, they anchor the conversation in Scripture—clarifying that God is the source of life, and any regulation or breakthrough experienced through Splankna is not about manipulating an independent force, but stewarding the body as it was designed. This episode is for anyone who has felt confused, cautious, or even skeptical—and wants a grounded, biblically-aligned perspective. ✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why "energy healing" language creates concern—and what's actually meant in context The origin of concepts like qi and meridians (and why they're debated) The difference between observed body responses vs. philosophical explanations Whether Splankna aligns with New Age practices or a Christian worldview How to approach body-based techniques with discernment instead of fear What Scripture says about the connection between thoughts, emotions, and the body

Jesus is not just "a way" to God... He is THE way! I love how my friend, Melissa Dougherty, weaves this important truth into her newest children's book because building this theological foundation is important for the children of the next generation to know. As an expecting mama, I am excited to talk about this topic and encourage adults out there on how to share the Gospel and build theological pillars in the lives of their children and the next generation in this episode. GET YOUR COPY OF THE FABRIC OF HOPE HERE: https://www.fabricofhopebook.com/ CHECK OUT MY FREE RESOURCES: https://kirbykelly.myflodesk.com/kirbykelly CHECK OUT MELISSA'S BOOK: https://a.co/d/035BqGAF For 10% off of Faithful Counseling, and to start your healing journey today, go to: https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/kirbykelly To sponsor a child in need alongside me with Compassion International, go to: https://www.compassion.com/kirbyisaboss Support the ministry!: https://kirby-kelly.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5d23856d41ec3a0001234376 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #discipleshipjourney #disciples Do we bend to the opinions of others like a reed swaying in the wind? Jesus imparts profound lessons to His disciples about what it truly means to follow Him. In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 11, verses 28-30, He extends a heartfelt invitation, saying, "Come to Me, all who are weary, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. My yoke is easy, and My burden is light." We invite you to join us as we explore the teachings of Christ and delve into the rich insights He shared with His disciples. Let's embark on this journey of understanding together.

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #discipleshipjourney #truthseekers Ric and Mary delve into what Christ instructed His disciples to do. He first came to teach and preach, and then He instructed them to do the same. If we are to be true disciples of Christ, we must learn to rightly divide His work, learn from what His Word says, and then replicate what He has called all disciples of Christ to do. Are we under God's government or the world's? This is a question we all need to ask ourselves.

What do Easter, ancient Gnosticism, and modern Fury Fandom have in common?More than we might expect.In this episode of the More to the Story Podcast,  I'm joined by Christian author and apologist Melissa Dougherty to talk about how truth gets obscured, not always by outright rejection, but by replacement. Easter, Melissa argues, hasn't been abandoned by the Church; it's been crowded out by well‑intentioned traditions, consumerism, and a spirituality that feels meaningful without being clear.Together, we explore how this shift shapes what children and families actually learn about Easter—and what they often miss entirely.These concerns led Melissa to write a gospel‑centered children's allegory, The Day That Made the Way, designed to help children understand not just that Jesus rose from the dead, but why He had to.We also talk about Melissa's research into Fury Fandom, using it as a lens to examine modern devotion, identity formation, and how people—especially the young—are catechized by the stories and communities they inhabit.At heart, this episode is about discernment: how truth is preserved, how it's diluted, and how Christians can hold fast to what is true in a noisy and crowded age.Youtube - https://youtu.be/1MfgTxSJZ5QAudio - https://andymilleriii.com/media/podcastApple -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-to-the-story-with-dr-andy-miller/id1569988895?uo=4If you are interested in learning more about my two full-length video-accompanied courses, Contender: Going Deeper in the Book of Jude andHeaven and Other Destinations: A Biblical Journey Beyond this World , visit andymilleriii.com/coursesAnd 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.eduIf this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend and leave a review! For more from Andy Miller III, visit andymilleriii.com or follow @andymilleriii on X.Thanks too to Phil Laeger for my podcast music. You can find out about Phil's music at https://www.laeger.net

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Are you raising your kids to survive the spiritual war or just survive Sunday school? Melissa Dougherty (apologist, author, and fellow YouTube creator) is back on Remnant Radio, and this time she's brought a children's gospel allegory and a straight-talking framework for raising kids who can actually defend their faith in the real world.Most Christian parents want to pass the faith to their kids, but somewhere between memorizing Psalm 23 and answering questions about dinosaurs and reincarnation, the strategy gets fuzzy. Melissa Dougherty, known for her work on new thought, new age, and Christian apologetics, brings her background in early childhood education to a conversation that every Christian parent needs to hear.We dig into the real challenge facing Christian parents today: how do you disciple kids in a world that is actively working to undo everything you teach them? Melissa offers practical wisdom for every parenting stage, from toddlers asking "Who made God?" to teenagers staring blankly through family devotion time. Additionally, we discuss how to celebrate the resurrection with joy and intentionality, why Christians should be making a bigger deal of Easter than Christmas, and how to think through the Easter Bunny, Easter eggs, and commercial culture without either being legalistic or losing the point. 0:00 – Introduction1:29 – Melissa Dougherty Background2:32 – Brave Books Partnership6:11 – Allegory & Gospel13:06 – Human Sin Nature19:44 – Teaching Kids Theology27:44 – Family Devotions39:14 – Easter & Resurrection53:00 – Book & ClosingABOUT THE GUEST:

Melissa Dougherty and David talk about The Resurrection, and also her newly released children's book titled “The Day That Made The Way,” which talks about the gospel in a way for kids to understand. Melissa Dougherty online: https://www.melissadougherty.co/ The Day That Made The Way: https://bravebooks.us/products/the-day-that-made-the-way Register for the Worldview Matters Conference: https://davidfiorazo.com/worldview-matters-conference/ www.worldviewmatters.tv © FreedomProject 2026

In today's Christian culture, it often feels like the biggest offense isn't unbiblical teaching—it's pointing it out. But if the New Testament is clear that Christians are to divide truth from error, why are so many Christians uncomfortable with public discernment?Today I offer 10 reasons why, using backlash to my recent Unshaken Faith episode with Alisa Childers and Melissa Dougherty as a case study. In that episode, we reviewed the New York Times bestselling book Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer. Almost immediately we starting hearing the familiar responses:"Christians shouldn't criticize each other so much." "Content like this destroys unity in the church.""You should have gone to him first.""If you took the time to dig into his other resources,  you would understand what he meant.""But it's been helpful to me."Here I explain why these critiques and several others don't hold up to biblical scrutiny. Check out our full episode on Practicing the Way here:https://youtu.be/YcaRbsDiJEQ?si=YDHjeXFACPFbcLaMSubscribe to my new YouTube channel (and watch this episode) here: https://www.youtube.com/@Natasha_Crain

Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29?v=20251111

Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1472/29

In this special bonus episode, Kyle welcomes Melissa Dougherty back to the show to discuss her book “Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World”, Undaunted.Life's 2025 Book of the Year. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #christmas #podcast #christianholidays Join Ric and Rob as they discuss the biblical roots and worshipful dimensions of Christmas. Rob explained how his book, “Full of Grace and Truth: The Bible Roots of Christmas,” and its study guide were developed to focus on worship and theology. They agreed that Christmas can be understood as thoroughly biblical and addressed common misconceptions about its supposed pagan origins. Ric also highlighted what he sees as an unprecedented level of attack on Christmas.

IN THIS EPISODE: • Biola University Updates: Their counseling center head wrote a brief supporting Colorado's conversion therapy ban — while claiming to help students. • Megan Basham (Daily Wire) drops a bombshell article the next day. • Candace Owens vs. Allie Beth Stuckey & Melissa Dougherty's “Candy Land” video The real question: Will YOU be bold?

Greg chats with callers about how we know objective values exist and aren't a delusion, how to redirect someone who's on the wrong theological road, and how to navigate bringing apologetics to a church in a denomination that doesn't allow outside speakers.   Topics: How do we know that objective moral values actually exist and we're not deluded by culture or evolution? (05:00) How can I stop someone from going down a wrong theological road and redirect them towards the right path? (32:00) As I bring apologetics to my church, how can I navigate the exclusivity of my denomination, which doesn't allow outside speakers? (45:00) Mentioned on the Show:  Reality Student Apologetics Conference – November 7–8 in Minneapolis, MN; February 20–21, 2026 in Dallas, TX; March 13–14, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA; April 24–25, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA Street Smarts: Using Questions to Answer Christianity's Toughest Challenges by Greg Koukl Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air by Francis Beckwith and Greg Koukl Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by 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 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. Click HERE for Melissa's New Book. Click HERE for Melissa's Youtube Channel. Become a monthly donor today, join the Table. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org.

On a "Best of Chris Fabry Live," you'll hear Christian apologist and YouTube sensation Melissa Dougherty. Her 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. Featured resource:Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World by Melissa Dougherty October thank you gift:I Choose Joy by Chip Ingram Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Care NetBecome a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've spent the last few weeks talking about New Thought with Melissa Dougherty, now how do we interact with people who practice it? What should we be on guard for?In this episode, Melissa, Scott, and Chris cover:What are some tell-tale signs that a Pastor/leader/author is influenced by New Thought beliefs or practices?What Scripture helps support the differences between New Thought and true Christianity?A Debate With Robert SchullerMelissa's New Book, Happy LiesWatch Her Youtube ChannelFollow Her on InstagramVisit Her WebsiteAsk a Mailbag QuestionFollow Us on InstagramVisit Our Website

The Law of Attraction is the belief that positive thoughts bring positive things into your life, similar to the popular New Age practice of manifesting. Melissa Dougherty shows us how this frame of thought has infiltrated the Church, specifically within prayer practices, and what to watch out for.In this episode, Melissa, Scott, and Chris cover:The Law of AttractionHow pastors and churches use the Law of AttractionThe Bible verses used out of context to prove the Law of AttractionMelissa's New Book, Happy LiesWatch Her Youtube ChannelFollow Her on InstagramVisit Her WebsiteAsk a Mailbag QuestionFollow Us on InstagramVisit Our Website

Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/407/29

Have you fallen into the traps of New Thought or Progressive Christianity? This week, Pastor Josh Schwartz and Ken Mikle have a conversation with Melissa Dougherty. She fell into the trap of the New Thought Movement. Now she is combating New Age, New Thought, and Progressive Christianity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1472/29

Melissa Dougherty joins Scott and Chris on Thinking With Your Bible to compare and contrast the true Gospel of grace vs. the world-oriented gospel of New Thought, including Christ consciousness practices.In this episode, Melissa, Scott, and Chris answer:What is gnosticism & how does it relate to New Thought?Who is Jesus in common New Thought teachings?What is Christ consciousness?Melissa's New Book, Happy LiesWatch Her Youtube ChannelFollow Her on InstagramVisit Her WebsiteAsk a Mailbag QuestionFollow Us on InstagramVisit Our Website

Melissa Dougherty exposes "New Thought" in the culture which has crept into mainstream Christian circles. Faithful to scripture, she shares compassionately about how some believers have been seduced by feel-good ideologies and how we can live with faithful truth and genuine love in these self-obsessed times to reach others with the true gospel. Get a copy of Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World for a gift of any amount. Learn what it means to begin a relationship with Jesus Christ. Join the movement! Sign up for updates for our Truth Rising Documentary, releasing September 5. Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust. This groundbreaking video series visits the lands of the Bible to help you live as God's ambassador and impact the culture for Christ. Support this Show! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form. Send Jim a voicemail! Click here.

Carl and Todd welcome special guest Melissa Dougherty to the podcast, a Christian apologist best known for her YouTube channel, where she covers a variety of theological topics. Melissa is also the author of the thought-provoking book Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, in which she shares her insights on the New Thought movement, exploring its seductive nature and how it differs from New Age beliefs.  New Thought will deceive you before the New Age ever will because New Thought is made to look and sound Christian. – Melissa Dougherty The discussion explores the historical origins of New Thought, its influence on American evangelicalism, and the implications for contemporary Christian thought. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that encourages listeners to critically engage with the ideas shaping our spiritual landscape. We are pleased to offer three copies of Melissa Dougherty's book, Happy Lies: How a Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World, to our listeners, thanks to the generosity of Zondervan Publishing. Enter here for the opportunity to win. Show Notes: Check out Melissa's YouTube channel here. 

Send us a textMeet Melissa Dougherty. Join us as she discusses her journey from New Thought beliefs to a deeper understanding of Biblical Christianity. She explores the differences between New Thought and New Age, the identity of Jesus, and the implications of these beliefs on modern Christianity. The discussion highlights the importance of critical thinking, the dangers of autonomy in spirituality, and the need for a solid understanding of the Gospel. In this conversation, Melissa Dougherty and R. L. Solberg explore the complexities of spirituality, the dangers of false teachings, and the importance of critical thinking in faith. They discuss the impact of seeker-sensitive churches on modern Christianity, the role of emotions in spiritual experiences, and the need for discernment in understanding true theology. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of grounding one's faith in scripture and the challenges posed by contemporary spiritual movements.Defending the Biblical Roots of ChristianityOur websiteOur YouTube ChannelProf. Solberg's BlogSupport our Ministry (Thank you!)#newthought #newage #spirituality #christianity #apologetics #interview Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conversation03:03 Melissa Dougherty's Background and Journey05:50 Understanding New Thought vs. New Age08:49 The Influence of New Thought on Modern Beliefs12:04 Distinguishing New Thought from Biblical Christianity14:46 The Identity of Jesus and the Gospel17:56 The Role of Pain and Distrust in Belief Systems21:02 The Importance of Healing and Insight28:34 Understanding Healing Through Biblical Perspectives29:31 The Rise of New Thought and Its Impact30:45 Historical Context of New Thought Movement32:08 The Self-Help Movement's Roots in New Thought33:37 The Dangers of New Thought Theology36:18 Moral Accountability and Autonomy in Modern Beliefs37:43 Worldviews and Their Influence on Faith38:59 The Pragmatism of New Thought and Its Consequences40:59 The It Works Trap in Spiritual Practices43:38 Manifestation and Its Spiritual Implications46:16 The Dangers of False Signs and Wonders48:08 Evaluating Spiritual Experiences and Their Sources51:31 Self-Evaluation Against Biblical Standards52:20 The Importance of Logic and Critical Thinking in Faith56:12 Balancing Heart and Mind in Spirituality57:50 The Intellectual Component of Faith01:01:34 Emotions vs. Truth in Church Culture01:04:32 The Seeker Sensitive Model and Its Impact01:12:28 The Dilemma of Church Growth and Theology01:19:08 The Future of Church and Spiritual Hunger

Melissa Dougherty is a Christian artist and apologist best known for her Youtube channel as an ex-new ager. She joins Scott and Chris on Thinking With Your Bible for a conversation about the New Thought movement, her testimony, and more. This is the first of a 4-part series with Melissa!In this episode, you'll hear:Melissa's testimonyThe definition of New Thought & its core beliefsHow New Thought compares to New AgeMelissa's New Book, Happy LiesWatch Her Youtube ChannelFollow Her on InstagramVisit Her WebsiteAsk a Mailbag QuestionFollow Us on InstagramVisit Our Website

Could an obscure false religion from the 1800s influence believers today? Spoiler: It has and it IS. This week, Steve and the gang chat with Melissa Dougherty, an author and former follower of this attractive deception. The post Melissa Dougherty | Happy Lies | Steve Brown, Etc. appeared first on Key Life.

What happens when teachings that sound “Christian” open the door to demonic influence?In this compelling episode, Jenn Nizza welcomes back apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to uncover the hidden spiritual dangers of the Word of Faith and New Thought movements. From declarations and “manifesting” to the idolization of healing, Melissa breaks down how these popular teachings—often found in churches—are rooted in metaphysical beliefs, not biblical truth.Together, they examine:The real definitions of New Thought and Word of FaithThe blurred lines between self-help and spiritual deceptionHow affirmations, “Christ consciousness,” and the prosperity gospel distort the gospelThe emotional pain that often drives people to these teachingsHow bad theology leads to bondage—and what true healing and faith look likeand so much more!If you've ever heard “just believe and you'll be healed,” or wondered how affirmations and visualizations might conflict with Scripture, this episode is for you.FOLLOW JENN NIZZA:- Follow Jenn on Instagram- Follow Jenn on TikTok- Follow Jenn on YouTube- Visit Jenn's website- Get Jenn's books

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.coHappy Lies book: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Lies-Movement-Probably-Self-Obsessed/dp/0310368863www.worldviewmatters.tv© FreedomProject 2025See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In last week's episode, Melissa Dougherty joined me in discussing the definitions of the New Thought movement that has been sweeping through the global church, revealing how it is, in fact, a false teaching. We continue this episode here in Part 2, so be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 if you haven't yet! ORDER MY BOOK HERE: https://a.co/d/0vE5Cji CHECK OUT MY FREE RESOURCES: https://kirbykelly.myflodesk.com/kirbykelly CHECK OUT MELISSA'S BOOK: https://a.co/d/aMtYkcY Support the ministry!: https://kirby-kelly.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5d23856d41ec3a0001234376 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Many of us have heard of New Age, but not as many Christians have heard about New Thought. This is a FALSE TEACHING running rampant in the global church, and it's about time we bring this spiritual deception to light. My friend Melissa is joining me in this 2 Part episode to speak on this issue truthfully and lovingly. I pray you don't feel condemned by this, but that you feel called into deeper love and intimacy with God through proper theology! ORDER MY BOOK HERE: https://a.co/d/0vE5Cji CHECK OUT MY FREE RESOURCES: https://kirbykelly.myflodesk.com/kirbykelly CHECK OUT MELISSA'S BOOK: https://a.co/d/aMtYkcY Support the ministry!: https://kirby-kelly.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5d23856d41ec3a0001234376 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Here is part 2 of my fascinating discussion with Melissa Dougherty. We discuss the differences between New Thought and New Age and more about her new book "Happy Lies". ► Connect with Melissa https://www.melissadougherty.co/ https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty ► Buy John's new book, Wimpy, Weak, And Woke http://www.johnlcooper.com/wimpyweakwoke https://a.co/d/j2JNRCV ► Subscribe to the podcast: www.johnlcooper.com  Apple: http://bit.ly/cooperstuff  Spotify: http://bit.ly/cooperstuffspotify  CastBox: http://bit.ly/cooperstuffcast ► Connect with John L. Cooper on Social Media:  https://www.facebook.com/johnlcooperstuff https://www.instagram.com/johnlcooper  https://twitter.com/johnlcooper ► Cooper Stuff Merchandise:  www.johnlcooper.com/store

Melissa Dougherty joins the show to speak about her book, “Happy Lies.” It is such a fascinating discussion that we had to make this 2 episodes! If you've wondered why the self-love, positivity, and wellness movements sound vaguely Christian, this episode will help explain it. It will also explain the differences between these ideas and Christianity. The most surprising aspect of this is finding out the source of these ideas, which is a movement called New Thought. ► Connect with Melissa https://www.melissadougherty.co/ https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty ► Buy John's new book, Wimpy, Weak, And Woke http://www.johnlcooper.com/wimpyweakwoke https://a.co/d/j2JNRCV ► Subscribe to the podcast: www.johnlcooper.com  Apple: http://bit.ly/cooperstuff  Spotify: http://bit.ly/cooperstuffspotify  CastBox: http://bit.ly/cooperstuffcast ► Connect with John L. Cooper on Social Media:  https://www.facebook.com/johnlcooperstuff https://www.instagram.com/johnlcooper  https://twitter.com/johnlcooper ► Cooper Stuff Merchandise:  www.johnlcooper.com/store

In this episode, we welcome Melissa Dougherty to the show. She is a Christian apologist, author, and YouTuber. She is also the author of the book “Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World”. In this interview, we discuss what “New Thought” is and how it relates to “New Age”, why New Thought philosophies contain “happy lies”, the most nefarious thing about New Thought as it pertains to Christians, what can be done to eliminate the negative consequences of this ideology, why New Thought is fueled by moral relativism as the pursuit of “my truth”, how her own gender dysphoria as a child led to her subscribing to New Thought beliefs, how her faith in Christ saved her from these Satanic ideologies, how we are not enough, problems with the Church Growth Movement, why Satanic and occultic things like the Enneagram actually work, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.

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.

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

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"

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

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

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!

Melissa Dougherty, author of the brand-new book, 'Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World', returns to dig even deeper into the surprising and troubling connections between New Thought and the Word of Faith movement and to share names of specific teachers of this false doctrine. Tune in as Frank and Melissa answer questions like:How did the "seeker-friendly" church model begin and why doesn't it work long-term?Does Joel Osteen believe that we're "little gods"?Is it ok to name false teachers?How can New Thought and Word of Faith potentially shipwreck your faith?Would Jesus and the Apostles agree with these teachings?You definitely don't want to miss this eye-opening discussion about the origins of the so-called "Health, Wealth, and Prosperity Gospel". Be sure to pre-order your copy of Melissa's book and listen to the previous podcast episode if you missed it last week!Resources mentioned during the episode:Melissa's Book - 'Happy Lies': https://a.co/d/igzRfqQMelissa's Website: https://www.melissadougherty.co/Melissa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelissaDougherty/

Is the Bible just about encouragement, living "your truth," seeking personal happiness, finding your identity, and manifesting your desires? Popular Christian YouTuber, Melissa Dougherty, join Frank to discuss her brand new book, 'Happy Lies,' and how the profound (yet often unnoticed) beliefs of the New Thought movement have made its impact on the modern Church. During their conversation, Frank and Melissa will tackle questions like:What is the purpose of life according to the New Thought movement?What's the difference between New Thought and New Age?Is there a connection between New Thought and the Word of Faith movement?Should Christians recite affirmations?What do adherents of New Thought mean by "Christ Consciousness"?What are some of the key verses that are used in the New Thought movement and how are they twisted to deceive Christians?If you've never heard of New Thought, this episode will uncover how its teachings deceptively infiltrate Christian culture, distort Scripture, and subtly influence your worldview. Could some of the most well-known pastors be peddling New Thought in the pulpits of America today? Tune in next week for the surprising answer in the midweek podcast and make sure you pre-order a copy of Melissa's book, 'Happy Lies'!Resources mentioned during the episode:Melissa's Book - 'Happy Lies': https://a.co/d/igzRfqQMelissa's Website: https://www.melissadougherty.co/Melissa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelissaDougherty/