I Thought This Was Christianity. It Was Actually Spiritual Deception | Melissa Dougherty - Jesus People Podcast Episode 85

I Thought This Was Christianity. It Was Actually Spiritual Deception | Melissa Dougherty - Jesus People Podcast Episode 85

From Jesus People Podcast by Ryan Miller

August 3, 2026 · 1h 8m · Episode 96

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Ryan Miller interviews Melissa Dougherty about spiritual discernment and the dangers of false teachings in Christianity.

Start your reset and get The Gratitude Reset book:https://books.thejesuspeoplemovement.com/ Get Melissa Dougherty's book Happy Lies:https://a.co/d/02I4UwIz What is the difference between New Age and New Thought? Can Christians be deceived by teachings that sound biblical but aren't? How do we discern the voice of God without falling into spiritual manipulation? In Episode 85 of The Jesus People Podcast, Ryan Miller sits down with bestselling author and apologist Melissa Dougherty for one of the most important conversations on spiritual discernment, false teaching, the Word of Faith movement, and the dangers of chasing power over the presence of Jesus. Melissa shares her powerful testimony of leaving New Thought spirituality, explains how deceptive doctrines have entered many churches, and unpacks why believers must test every teaching against Scripture while remaining open to the genuine work of the Holy Spirit. Whether you're charismatic, cessationist, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to pursue truth, humility, and intimacy with Christ above sensational experiences. Key Highlights:• The difference between New Age and New Thought • How false teachings…

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