13. Objections to the Charismatic Renewal, Part 2: Real Dangers

While the previous episode addressed some misconceptions regarding the charismatic renewal and gifts, this episode spells out some of the concerns and even dangers that our hosts have observed within the charismatic lifestyle. While fear is useless (Mark 5:36), prudence and sometimes caution are necessary in the spiritual journey. This frank discusssion will hopefully address some lingering objections listeners may have, as well as challenge current charismatics to not grow complacent.

Some concerns covered include:

• Celebrity worship
• Having "a direct pipeline to God"
• Opening doors to evil spirits
• Making spiritual experience a measure of authority
• Abusing the spiritual gifts
• Spiritual immaturity
• Worldy aspects of "charismatic culture"