The Truth About Mysticism: How Satan Masquerades as Divine Light in the Church

Mysticism: False Communion with a ‘Supreme Being’ and the Danger of Altered States of Consciousness

Mysticism is often presented as a beautiful path to divine intimacy—a way to know and experience God deeply. In modern Christian circles, especially contemplative or charismatic movements, mysticism has crept in masked as spiritual depth. But behind the veil of "divine communion" lies a deceptive trap luring souls into dangerous, unbiblical states of consciousness.

What Is Mysticism?

Mysticism refers to the pursuit of altered states of consciousness and the experience of the supernatural. These states go beyond the normal human mind and often include visions, voices, ecstasies, and feelings of oneness with a “supreme being.” In most mystical systems, the experience is emphasized over doctrinal truth. It bypasses God’s Word to chase emotional or spiritual encounters.

Mysticism is not new. It appears in Hinduism, Buddhism, Kabbalah, Sufism, Gnosticism, and New Age movements. What many don’t realize is that it has also found its way into the Church through contemplative prayer, centering techniques, Theophostic inner healing, and even certain worship practices that mimic Eastern meditation.

Mysticism in the Bible: True or False?

While the Bible speaks of spiritual experiences—visions, dreams, prophecy—these always come at God’s initiative, not through human methods of consciousness manipulation. Scripture never teaches Christians to alter their state of awareness to reach God.

“Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind.” —Colossians 2:18

This passage warns about false spirituality based on fleshly pride and imagination. Biblical intimacy with God comes through Jesus Christ, the Word, and the indwelling Holy Spirit—never through mystical methods.

How Mysticism Gains Access: The Shift from Word to Experience

In mysticism, the Bible becomes a secondary tool, and experience becomes the ultimate authority. Once a believer starts seeking feelings, silence, or altered mental states to “connect with God,” they open a doorway to seducing spirits (1 Timothy 4:1).

Mystical teachings encourage silence, breath work, mantras, labyrinth walks, or focusing on a single word like “Jesus” repeatedly—all tools designed to bypass rational thought and induce trance-like states.

This is not biblical meditation, which is rooted in thinking deeply on God’s Word (Psalm 1:2, Joshua 1:8). Instead, mystical practices resemble pagan rituals that strip the mind of awareness and invite spiritual deception.

The Goal of Mysticism: A False “Oneness”

Mystics often describe their experiences as being “one with the universe,” “merging into divine light,” or “losing the self.” This reflects pantheistic or panentheistic beliefs, not biblical truth. These false ideas deny the distinct, holy nature of God.

Scripture tells us God is separate from creation:

“To whom then will ye liken God? Or what likeness will ye compare unto him?” —Isaiah 40:18

True communion with God is not fusion, but relationship. Jesus did not teach us to dissolve our consciousness but to remain sober, alert, and grounded in truth.

Modern Mysticism in the Church

Popular movements like contemplative prayer, centering prayer, the Enneagram, yoga devotionals, and Theophostic Prayer Ministry are often doorways into mystical deception. They promise peace, healing, or intimacy with God but rely on methods drawn from Eastern religions or Gnostic heresies.

Even respected Christian figures have unknowingly promoted mysticism, borrowing from Catholic monks, Desert Fathers, and medieval mystics who practiced spiritual exercises designed to open portals of supernatural encounter.

Biblical Warnings Against Mystical Deception

The Bible is clear: seeking supernatural experience outside God’s Word and His prescribed means is spiritually dangerous.

“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” —1 Peter 5:8

The enemy disguises himself as an angel of light (2 Corinthians 11:14). Although mystical experiences may feel good, they can lead to demonic communion, disguised as a divine connection.

Deliverance from Mysticism

If you’ve dabbled in mystical practices—whether in the church or outside—you must repent. Renounce the pursuit of altered states and reject all spiritual experiences not rooted in the Word of God.

Warfare Prayer of Renunciation:

“In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce all mystical experiences and altered states of consciousness. I break agreement with every spirit of mysticism, contemplative deception, and false spiritual light. I command every demonic influence that entered through these practices to leave me now! I submit my mind and spirit to the authority of God’s Word and the Holy Spirit. Amen.”

True Intimacy with God

True relationship with God is not mystical—it is rooted in faith, obedience, and love through Jesus Christ. You do not need to empty your mind, chant words, or seek ecstatic visions. You need to know the truth that sets you free (John 8:32).

Stay grounded in Scripture. Seek the presence of God through worship, prayer, and the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2). Reject mysticism, and walk in truth.

With love and truth,
Teresa Morin
President of Touch of God Int’l Ministries
🌐 https://www.touchofgod.org
Of Healing and Deliverance, Ordained Minister, Public Speaker
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