Mental Suggestion: A Christian Warning Against Manipulative Influence

Mental Suggestion: How the Enemy Hijacks the Mind

Mental suggestion is the process by which one person seeks to influence or control the thoughts, emotions, and behavior of another—often through subtle or subliminal cues. While it may appear harmless or even helpful on the surface, the roots of mental suggestion are deeply embedded in occult philosophies and spiritual manipulation. As believers in Christ, it’s vital to discern the source and spirit behind every practice we encounter. What seems like mere psychology or self-help may actually be a gateway to spiritual bondage.

What Is Mental Suggestion?

Mental suggestion is commonly found in hypnotherapy, New Age healing practices, NLP (neuro-linguistic programming), and even certain coaching or motivational speech techniques. Its goal is to bypass the critical thinking of the mind and plant ideas or behaviors directly into a person’s subconscious. This technique is often cloaked in phrases like “reprogramming the mind,” “influencing behavior,” or “creating new thought patterns.”

While positive thinking and behavior change are not evil in themselves, the method of suggestion often crosses a spiritual boundary that Christians should not ignore.

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Origins and Spiritual Foundation

Mental suggestion as a modality did not originate from biblical principles. Instead, it traces back to ancient pagan cultures and occult practices.

• Founder and Culture: One early developer was Franz Anton Mesmer, an 18th-century German physician who introduced “animal magnetism,” a forerunner of hypnotism. His practices were spiritual in nature, invoking invisible forces to manipulate energy in the body.

• Spirituality: Mesmer's work was steeped in esoteric mysticism, believing that spiritual energies and universal forces could be controlled by suggestion. He was not a Christian but was aligned with New Age and Gnostic ideas.

• Beliefs and Deities: Practitioners following his legacy often draw from Hindu, Buddhist, and occult sources, invoking energy gods, spirit guides, or the so-called “universal mind.” In short, the god behind these methods is not the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

This raises a serious concern: when someone uses mental suggestion, whose spirit is operating through them? What are they opening their mind—or your mind—to?

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The Dangers of Mental Suggestion

1. Opens Doors to Control and Manipulation
   Mental suggestion is often used by individuals seeking to control others. Whether through hypnosis, guided visualization, or persuasive affirmations, the goal is to override a person’s will. This is a direct violation of God’s gift of free will and often mimics witchcraft—the use of influence to dominate or bend another’s will.

“Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft…” —1 Samuel 15:23

2. Can Invite Demonic Influence
   Because mental suggestion bypasses conscious thought and critical reasoning, it opens the soul to outside influence. When that influence is not the Holy Spirit, another spirit can enter. Many people report anxiety, confusion, fear, or torment after undergoing sessions of mental suggestion or NLP-based therapy.

3. False Sense of Healing or Peace
   Mental suggestion might bring temporary relief from emotional or psychological problems. But the root causes—sin, generational curses, or spiritual oppression—remain untouched. Only Jesus Christ can truly heal the soul.

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Biblical Discernment and the Mind

The Bible makes it clear that transformation should come through the renewing of our minds by the Word of God, not by manipulation.

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” —Romans 12:2

The Holy Spirit leads gently. Satan, on the other hand, pushes, manipulates, and deceives. Christians are called to be sober and vigilant because the enemy prowls around seeking to devour.

“Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God…” —2 Corinthians 10:5

Mental suggestion exalts the will of man and human psychology above the Spirit of God.

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Modern Uses and Christian Compromise

Mental suggestion is popular today in corporate coaching, motivational speaking, and even some counseling practices. Terms like “visualize success,” “anchor positive feelings,” or “self-programming” are based on NLP and suggestion.

Unfortunately, many Christians unknowingly open themselves to these practices without recognizing their occult roots. Just because something is wrapped in a science-sounding package doesn’t mean it’s spiritually safe.

Deliverance and Freedom in Christ

If you or someone you know has been involved in mental suggestion, hypnosis, NLP, or related practices, there is hope. Jesus came to set the captives free. Repentance and deliverance are available.

“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” —John 8:32

Renounce any involvement in occult mental practices, break any soul ties with practitioners, and seek healing through the Word of God and prayer. Deliverance ministry may also be needed to evict spirits of control, manipulation, or confusion.

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Final Thoughts

Mental suggestion is not just a psychological tool—it is often a spiritual trap. As believers, we are not called to control others or be controlled, but to walk in freedom through the Spirit of God. Let the Holy Spirit guide you—not human techniques that bypass your will or invite spiritual darkness.

Jesus is the only true healer of the mind, body, and soul.

With love and truth,
Teresa Morin
President of Touch of God Int’l Ministries
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Incantations and the Demonic

Incantations and the Demonic: Breaking Free Through Jesus Christ

Incantations: Deception Disguised as Power

An incantation is defined as a series of words said as a magic spell or charm, often recited to bring about a supernatural result. From ancient pagan rituals to modern-day occult practices, incantations are still widely used around the world—spoken or sung to invoke protection, healing, power, or guidance. But behind the surface of poetic words lies a sinister spiritual force that Christians must not ignore.

While incantations may seem harmless or even helpful, they are deeply rooted in occultism and are strictly forbidden in the Bible. Far from being spiritually neutral, incantations open the door to demonic activity and bring people under spiritual bondage, torment, and deception.

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Origins and Cultural Roots of Incantations

Incantations have been found in nearly every ancient culture—from Egyptian burial texts and

Babylonian chants to Hindu mantras and African tribal rituals. Common in Wicca, shamanism, voodoo, and even modern New Age practices, these verbal rituals are intended to tap into unseen spiritual forces.

The spirituality behind these cultures was polytheistic and animistic. They believed in many gods, spirits, and elemental forces. They viewed incantations as tools to manipulate the spirit world for their benefit. But these gods and spirits were not neutral. According to Scripture, “all the gods of the nations are idols: but the Lord made the heavens” (Psalm 96:5). The spiritual forces they called upon were demons in disguise.

In most cases, incantations were used not to worship the true God but to gain hidden knowledge, alter fate, or control circumstances—practices that oppose God’s command to trust Him fully and walk in obedience.

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The Purpose and Mechanism of Incantations

Incantations function like spiritual keys. When spoken with belief and intent, they are designed to open unseen spiritual doors and invoke interaction with spirits—whether the practitioner realizes it or not. The repetition, cadence, and focus in chanting or speaking incantations act as a form of meditation that can lead to altered states of consciousness. But rather than entering into the presence of God, individuals become vulnerable to demonic influence.

What begins as curiosity or a desire for help can quickly spiral into torment. People often experience mental confusion, intrusive thoughts, voices, hallucinations, and emotional instability. What’s happening? They’ve granted legal access to demonic spirits who now begin to oppress or possess them.

Jesus warned in John 10:10 that “the thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy.” Incantations may promise light and wisdom, but in truth, they are tools of Satan to enslave souls under deception and suffering.

Who uses these incantations?

Witches often perform incantations, which are magical formulas that are spoken, sung, or chanted to trigger a magical effect on objects or people. Incantations can also be performed during prayers or ceremonial rituals. In folklore and culture, witches, wizards, and fairies are common performers of incantations. 

Some witches in the dark side will send curses to Christians or to other witches

Witches are commonly believed to cast curses, which are spells or gestures that use magical words to inflict supernatural harm on someone. Curses can also involve using items from the target, such as hair, clothing, or bodily waste, to work magic against them. Other ways witches may cast curses include: 

Inscribing runes or sigils on objects to give them magical powers

Burning or binding a wax or clay image of the person to affect them magically

Using herbs, animal parts, and other substances to make potions or poisons

Conjuring the spirits of the dead for divination or prophecy.

Some say that evil spells can include: 

• Dividing
• Killing
• Making someone fall in love
• Making someone ill
• Destroying
• Leading to suicide
• Dividing spouses, the engaged, and friends

If a Christian has a relationship with the Lord and walks in obedience, these incantations cannot touch them. Unless the door is open through disobedience, sin, generational curses, etc. 

While Christians may still face trials and hardships, God promises to be with them, sustaining them with His strength and comfort. Their protection is assured for those who trust in Him. 

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Mental Torment and Spiritual Consequences

There are so-called Christians that do incantations on others or to sum up the spiritual side. Many who practice incantations experience psychological breakdowns. They may begin seeing flashing lights, hearing disembodied voices, or battling suicidal thoughts. As their souls inch deeper into darkness, peace becomes elusive, and madness looms. What they thought would give them power now holds them captive. Basically, it puts you into bondage and captivity to the demonic realm. 

Suicide, paranoia, self-harm, and deep depression are often linked to occult activity. These are not merely mental health issues; they are spiritual strongholds brought on by opening doors that God clearly commands us to keep shut.

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God’s Clear Command: Do Not Engage

The Bible is unmistakably clear on God’s view of occult practices:

“When you come into the land that the LORD your God is giving you, you shall not learn to follow the abominable practices of those nations. There shall not be found among you anyone…who practices divination or tells fortunes or interprets omens, or a sorcerer or a charmer…For whoever does these things is an abomination to the LORD.”
(Deuteronomy 18:9–12, ESV)

Why does God forbid these practices so strongly? Because they lead people away from Him and under the power of the enemy. Trusting in incantations is a direct denial of God’s Word and an embrace of counterfeit spiritual power.

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Biblical Examples: The Cost of Disobedience

King Saul and the Medium of Endor (1 Samuel 28)

King Saul, once anointed by God, fell into deep rebellion and disobedience. When God stopped speaking to him through prophets or dreams, Saul turned to a forbidden source: a medium. He disguised himself and asked her to summon the prophet Samuel from the dead.

This act of necromancy and rebellion cost Saul his life. Samuel’s spirit rebuked him, and shortly afterward, Saul died in battle. This account shows that turning from God to lesser sources of power is not only sinful but deadly.

“So Saul died for his breach of faith. He broke faith with the LORD... and consulted a medium, seeking guidance.”
(1 Chronicles 10:13)

The Slave Girl with a Spirit of Divination (Acts 16:16-18)

In the New Testament, Paul encountered a girl who had a “spirit of divination” and made her masters rich through fortune-telling. She followed Paul and his companions, crying out truths about them, but Paul was grieved—not because she was wrong, but because her source was demonic.

Paul cast the spirit out of her, demonstrating the superior power of Christ. Though she used no incantations in the passage, her spiritual bondage mirrors what many today experience when engaging in occult practices.

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Empty Promises: The Lie of the Occult

The occult lures people in with promises of knowledge, control, and empowerment. But these are lies. The devil never gives without taking far more. What begins with curiosity ends in spiritual slavery.

The apostle Paul warned in 2 Corinthians 11:14 that “Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.” That’s exactly what incantations do—they appear beautiful, mystical, and empowering, but lead to spiritual ruin.

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Only Jesus Christ Sets the Captives Free

Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8) and set the captives free. There is no bondage too deep, no deception too strong, that His power cannot break. If you have engaged in incantations or any occult activity, turn to Jesus in repentance.

Renounce the works of darkness. Ask God for deliverance. Break every agreement you’ve made with the enemy—whether knowingly or unknowingly—and receive the healing power of Jesus Christ. His love brings freedom, peace, and eternal life.

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Final Warning and Call to Truth

Incantations are not innocent. They are spiritual snares that invite demonic torment and sever your relationship with God. Scripture doesn’t say to experiment with them—it says to avoid them completely.

“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.”
(Ephesians 5:11)

The enemy wants your soul, but Jesus gave His life to redeem it. Choose truth. Choose freedom. Choose the power of God over the counterfeit of the enemy. Let Jesus be your guide, your healer, and your Deliverer.

Methods of discernment:

• Who was the founder of this modality?

• What was his/her spirituality?

• What culture did it come out of?

• What were their beliefs?

• Who is their God or gods?

Many occult practices within Christianity require discernment.  Another method of discernment is the Word of God. The word of God is our measuring stick. The more we read the word, know the word, and have a relationship with the Lord, the more we discern right and wrong. We perish from a lack of knowledge.

Hosea 4:6 declares, “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.”

By Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance. 

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Exposing Inner Voice Dictation

Exposing Inner Voice Dictation: A Demonic Deception Opposed to Christianity

Inner Voice Dictation: A Dangerous Form of Channeling Masquerading as Divine Guidance

Inner voice dictation is one of many deceptive spiritual practices gaining popularity in today’s New Age culture. It is described as the mental reception of words or messages from an unseen source, often transcribed into writing. The practitioner claims to "hear" a voice internally—consciously or subconsciously—and writes down everything it says, believing it to be divine guidance, higher wisdom, or universal truth. This is, in fact, a form of channeling, and despite its seemingly harmless or even inspirational surface, it is spiritually hazardous and diametrically opposed to Christian faith.

What Is Inner Voice Dictation?

Inner voice dictation falls under the umbrella of automatic writing, a New Age practice where individuals transcribe messages from what they believe are benevolent spirit beings, angels, or even God. However, these messages do not originate from the Holy Spirit but from familiar spirits—demonic entities masquerading as enlightened beings.

Practitioners often report feeling a strong compulsion to write, sometimes entering a trance-like state. While some maintain full consciousness, others claim they are overtaken by the spirit or voice dictating to them. These messages are then compiled into books, teachings, or philosophies, often blending truth with subtle lies meant to lead people astray from the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Origin and Notable Figures in Inner Voice Dictation

One of the most well-known examples of inner voice dictation is Helen Schucman, the scribe of A Course in Miracles. Between 1965 and 1972, she claimed to hear a voice that identified itself as Jesus Christ and dictated the content of the book to her. Despite claiming Christian terminology, A Course in Miracles contradicts the Bible and promotes Gnostic and New Age doctrines, denying sin, the cross, and the deity of Jesus Christ.

Schucman was raised in a Jewish secular environment and later became involved in psychological research. Her spirituality was not grounded in biblical truth but in psychological humanism and mystical experiences, which opened the door to deception. The entity speaking through her taught doctrines entirely inconsistent with the Bible.

Other prominent figures who utilized this form of channeling include Jane Roberts, author of the Seth Material, and Neale Donald Walsch, who wrote Conversations with God. Both claimed to receive wisdom from spiritual voices through inner dictation. These voices provided teachings that reject Jesus as the only way to God and instead promote pantheism, reincarnation, and moral relativism.

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The Cultural and Spiritual Roots

Inner voice dictation and similar channeling practices are rooted in Eastern mysticism, spiritism, and occult traditions. From ancient Greek oracles to Hindu gurus, the idea of receiving wisdom from the spirit realm has existed for centuries. The gods of these cultures were not the God of the Bible but rather false gods and demons (Deuteronomy 32:17).

In modern times, the New Age movement rebrands these ancient practices in ways that appeal to Western spiritual seekers. Words like “intuition,” “inner guidance,” or “divine download” disguise the dangerous reality of what is truly happening: communication with demonic spirits.

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What Does the Bible Say?

Scripture strongly condemns all forms of spiritism, channeling, and consultation with familiar spirits. God warns His people to have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness (Ephesians 5:11) and to test the spirits (1 John 4:1). Here are key passages:

• Deuteronomy 18:10-12 (KJV) – “There shall not be found among you... a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For all that do these things are an abomination unto the Lord.”

• Isaiah 8:19 (KJV) – “And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits... should not a people seek unto their God?”

• 2 Corinthians 11:14-15 (KJV) – “And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light...”

The Old Testament is unequivocal: seeking supernatural knowledge outside of God is forbidden. The New Testament continues this warning. In Acts 16:16-18, Paul rebukes a girl with a spirit of divination—though she spoke truth, the spirit behind her was not of God.

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The Spiritual Consequences for Christians

Engaging in inner voice dictation opens a spiritual gateway for demonic intrusion, torment, and bondage. Even if the practitioner claims to be a Christian, dabbling in such practices grieves the Holy Spirit and violates God’s commands.

Demons may appear as friendly, loving, or even angelic beings at first—but their goal is to deceive, confuse, and ultimately destroy. Many who have practiced inner voice dictation report emotional instability, hearing voices, insomnia, and spiritual oppression. Some become obsessed with the messages or become addicted to new “revelations” that replace or undermine the Word of God.

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Why Christians Must Avoid This Practice

Christians are called to walk by the Holy Spirit and live according to the Word of God—not be led by inner voices that contradict Scripture. Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice” (John 10:27), but His voice never contradicts His Word. Anything that bypasses biblical discernment and invites another spirit into one’s life is spiritually reckless.

Inner voice dictation teaches people to trust spirit guides, not the Holy Spirit. It substitutes private revelation for the objective truth of Scripture. No matter how soothing or profound the message may seem, if it does not align with the Bible, it is false and dangerous.

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Conclusion

Inner voice dictation is not harmless journaling or divine insight. It is a form of channeling, a spiritual counterfeit rooted in the occult and condemned by God. Christians must recognize it for what it is: a deceptive gateway to demonic influence.

Let us cling to the Word of God and not seek supernatural guidance apart from Him. The Holy Spirit is our true Counselor—not a mysterious inner voice that contradicts the gospel. Stay vigilant, test every spirit, and reject every practice that opens doors to the enemy.

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

 

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The Findhorn Community Exposed

 The Findhorn Community Exposed: New Age Nature Worship vs. Biblical Truth

The Findhorn Community: A Christian Warning Against Earth-Centered Mysticism

The Findhorn Community is a well-known spiritual and ecological center based in Scotland. It is often celebrated as a model of sustainable living and a conscious community. However, beneath the surface lies a deeply New Age belief system that blends pantheism, divination, and channeling, dangerously contradicting the Word of God.

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Origins and Founders

The Findhorn Community was founded in 1962 by Peter, Eileen Caddy, and Dorothy Maclean. What began as a small group cultivating a garden in poor soil became a worldwide spiritual movement. The founders claimed their success came from communicating with nature spirits or "devas", receiving guidance from unseen beings through inner listening and channeling.

Eileen claimed to receive direct messages from a divine source called “the God Within.” Dorothy Maclean said she communicated with nature spirits who instructed her to care for plants. Their practices birthed a spiritual framework emphasizing co-creation with nature, inner guidance, and conscious evolution.

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What Do They Believe?

The Findhorn Community teaches that by listening to one's inner voice and partnering with "intelligent nature", humans can help bring about global transformation. Their core principles include:

• Inner listening: Trusting one’s intuitive voice as divine.

• Co-creation with nature: Working in spiritual harmony with plants and earth spirits.

• Holistic consciousness: Viewing all things as spiritually interconnected.

• Service to the world: Healing the Earth through spiritual evolution.

This belief system draws from New Age spirituality, esotericism, and Eastern mysticism, and promotes a pantheistic view where divinity is present in all creation.

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Who Is Their God?

The god of Findhorn is not the God of the Bible. Their divinity is impersonal, universal energy. The concept of “God within” rejects the biblical understanding of a holy, sovereign, personal God who created the universe and is separate from His creation (Genesis 1:1, Isaiah 45:5). By embracing spiritual beings and elemental spirits, the Findhorn worldview opens itself to demonic influence disguised as light (2 Corinthians 11:14).

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Why This Is Against Christianity

Findhorn’s spiritual model is completely incompatible with biblical faith. The Bible strictly forbids consulting spirits, divination, and nature worship:

• “Let no one be found among you who…practices divination or interprets omens…or who consults the dead. Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord.” (Deuteronomy 18:10–12)

• “They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator…” (Romans 1:25)

• “You shall have no other gods before Me.” (Exodus 20:3)

Scripture warns us not to seek hidden knowledge through spirit guides or nature spirits, as these are often demonic entities masquerading as guides.

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Spiritual Consequences

Engaging in practices like those promoted at Findhorn opens doors to demonic intrusion, torment, confusion, and spiritual bondage. Christians who flirt with these ideologies may experience:

• Persistent fear or anxiety

• Spiritual oppression

• Nightmares or paranormal activity

• Loss of peace and connection with the Holy Spirit

Even passive involvement (like reading Findhorn literature or meditating with their teachings) can invite spiritual contamination.

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Final Warning and Call to Deliverance

Findhorn’s philosophies may appear peaceful and progressive, but they are wolves in sheep’s clothing. They offer a counterfeit spirituality that leads people away from the truth of Jesus Christ, who is the only way, truth, and life (John 14:6). Christians are called to be separate from false teachings (2 Corinthians 6:17) and to test every spirit (1 John 4:1).

Methods of discernment to see if it lines up with Scripture:

• Who was the founder of this modality?

• What was his/her spirituality?

• What culture did it come out of?

• What were their beliefs?

• Who is their God or gods?

Many occult practices in Christianity need to be discerned.  Another method of discernment is the Word of God. The word of God is our measuring stick. The more we read the word, know the word, and have a relationship with the Lord, the more we discern right and wrong. We perish from a lack of knowledge.

Hosea 4:6 declares, “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.”

By Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance. See list of occult practices. 

If you've been involved in a new age, occult, or cult, it can invite demonic spirits to torment you. If you feel tormented, you may need deliverance.

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Unmasking FHU: Hypnosis, Divination, and the Deception of Roy Masters

Unmasking FHU: Hypnosis, Divination, and the Deception of Roy Masters, Founder

Unmasking Roy Masters and the Foundation of Human Understanding: A Christian Warning

In a world desperate for peace of mind and personal transformation, many seekers fall into the traps of pseudo-spiritual modalities masked as self-help or enlightenment. One such trap is the Foundation of Human Understanding (FHU), an institution founded by Roy Masters, a man deeply involved in hypnotism, mind control, and occult techniques.

Though cloaked in philosophical and therapeutic language, FHU's practices are spiritually dangerous. Christians need to be aware of the demonic roots of such teachings and why following them directly contradicts the Word of God.

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Who Was Roy Masters?

Roy Masters (born Reuben Obermeister) founded the Foundation of Human Understanding in 1961 in Oregon. A former diamond cutter turned hypnotist, Masters claimed that conventional religion and psychology had failed people. His alternative? A method of "meditative observation" rooted in hypnosis—specifically designed to bypass the conscious mind and influence behavior at the subconscious level.

Masters practiced hypnotism, mind control, and psychological manipulation, presenting it all under the guise of "spiritual awakening" and inner clarity. But this isn’t the path to peace—it’s the path to demonic influence.

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The Religion Behind FHU

While Masters often rejected formal religious labels, his worldview borrowed heavily from Gnosticism, Eastern mysticism, and occult psychology. He promoted self-realization through mystical introspection—similar to the New Age notion of becoming your own god.

The spiritual roots of these teachings are not Christian—they’re steeped in divination and manipulation, both of which Scripture condemns.

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Hypnosis and Divination: The Real Power Behind It

Though hypnosis is often framed as scientific or therapeutic, its roots trace back to occult practices. It involves altered states of consciousness and relinquishing control of the mind—a perfect invitation for demonic entities to gain influence.

The Bible is clear: such practices are forbidden.
📖 Deuteronomy 18:10–12 says:

“There shall not be found among you anyone... who practices divination, or tells fortunes, or interprets omens, or a sorcerer... For all who do these things are an abomination to the Lord.”

Though Masters didn’t claim to be a psychic or prophet, he used techniques that align with sorcery and mental manipulation, which are spiritually hazardous.

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Why Christians Must Stay Away

Masters taught that salvation comes through self-awareness and mastering one's mind, not through faith in Jesus Christ. This teaching is antithetical to the Gospel, which states that salvation comes by grace through faith, not inner enlightenment.
📖 Ephesians 2:8 says:

“For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God.”

Following FHU’s teachings encourages self-reliance instead of dependence on Christ. It promotes inner awakening through mental exercises, rather than spiritual rebirth by the Holy Spirit.

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Consequences: Spiritual Torment and Confusion

Many who have dabbled in FHU practices or similar hypnotic modalities report spiritual torment—nightmares, anxiety, compulsive thoughts, and even hearing voices. Why? Because when you surrender your mind to hypnotic or meditative suggestion, you yield control to spirits that are not from God.

📖 2 Corinthians 11:14–15 warns:

“Even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness.”

This false light can feel enlightening at first, but it soon leads to bondage, confusion, and spiritual darkness.

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FHU and the New Age Spirit

Roy Masters’ teachings reflect the spirit of the New Age—a dangerous blend of Gnosticism, mysticism, and self-deification. It rejects the authority of Scripture and denies the need for repentance, holiness, or obedience to God.

📖 Colossians 2:8 warns:

“See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition... and not according to Christ.”

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Final Warning: Return to the Word of God

If you’ve practiced FHU teachings, hypnosis, or any mind control techniques, it's not too late. Renounce them, repent, and turn to Jesus Christ, who offers true peace and transformation.

📖 Romans 12:2 says:

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind...”

That renewal comes not through hypnosis, but through God’s Word and His Spirit.

Methods of discernment if it lines up with the Word of God

• Who was the founder of this modality?

• What was his/her spirituality?

• What culture did it come out of?

• What were their beliefs?

• Who is their God or gods?

Many occult practices in Christianity need to be discerned.  Another method of discernment is the Word of God. The word of God is our measuring stick. The more we read the word, know the word, and have a relationship with the Lord, the more we discern right and wrong. We perish from a lack of knowledge.

Hosea 4:6 declares, “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.”

By Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance

If you've been involved in a new age, occult, or cult, it can invite demonic spirits to torment you. If you feel tormented, you may need deliverance. 

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Gary Gygax and the Pagan Roots of D&D

 Gary Gygax and the Pagan Roots of D&D: What Christians Must Know

Who Was Gary Gygax and What Did He Believe?

Gary Gygax was raised in a Christian home and reportedly attended a Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall in his early years, though his faith commitment later in life is debated. He never promoted Christianity in his works, nor did he create D&D to glorify the God of the Bible. Instead, he constructed entire pantheons of fantasy gods, many of whom mirrored ancient pagan deities.

Gygax drew heavily from polytheistic and occult sources—drawing inspiration from Norse mythology, ancient Egypt, Sumerian gods, and fictional works by H.P. Lovecraft and others. These sources are laced with spiritual darkness, demonic imagery, and philosophies that contradict the Gospel.

Though Gygax claimed later in life to be a Christian (non-denominational), the content he authored promotes magic, sorcery, necromancy, and occult exploration, all condemned in Scripture (Deuteronomy 18:10-12). His private faith did not translate into any restraint in his creative output, which became deeply rooted in mysticism and paganism.

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What About Dave Arneson?

Dave Arneson, the co-creator of D&D, was also raised in a Christian environment. He later converted to born-again Christianity and became critical of how dark and occultic the D&D franchise became, especially after Gygax lost creative control in the 1980s. Arneson distanced himself from the franchise’s evolution, though by then, the core foundation had already been laid.

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The Pantheon of Gods in Dungeons & Dragons

One of the most disturbing elements of D&D is the inclusion of detailed pantheons of gods, many of whom are based on real-world pagan religions. Players are often encouraged to choose a god or goddess for their character to worship or gain magical powers from—an idea that directly violates the First Commandment: “You shall have no other gods before me.” (Exodus 20:3)

These fictional deities often resemble demonic entities:

• Lolth, the spider queen, a chaotic evil goddess of deceit.

• Vecna, a powerful undead sorcerer and god of secrets.

• Tiamat, a dragon goddess inspired by Babylonian mythology.

Even worse, some D&D materials have included real magical rituals and sigils, adapted or taken directly from occult texts, which former occultists have confirmed align with genuine witchcraft practices.

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How Dungeons & Dragons Influences the Mind and Spirit

D&D may seem like just a game, but it is more than pretend. It requires players to assume a character, make moral decisions in that character's name, and sometimes engage in role-playing that includes spell casting, necromancy, or communication with spirits. When players take on roles of wizards, warlocks, or sorcerers and repeatedly simulate dark spiritual practices, they can become spiritually desensitized or even demonically influenced.

This practice of imagination mixed with spiritual darkness is a form of gateway exposure, which can:

• Open the mind to demonic influence.

• Normalize the occult and sorcery.

• Confuse moral boundaries.

• Pull hearts away from Christ toward fantasy-based spirituality.

Scripture is clear: “Abstain from all appearance of evil.” (1 Thessalonians 5:22) and “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” (Ephesians 5:11)

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Why This Is Dangerous for Christians

The danger isn’t just the content—it’s the gateway effect. D&D has led many into deeper exploration of the occult, spiritualism, and moral relativism. Some players admit to starting with fantasy spell books and ending up practicing real witchcraft. Others report experiencing nightmares, spiritual oppression, or anxiety linked to their gameplay.

Christian parents and youth should take this seriously. While it may seem like innocent fantasy, D&D creates a fantasy world where evil is playable, glorified, and rewarded. That world is often more appealing than the real one—and dangerously addictive.

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Conclusion: Discerning the Spirit Behind the Game

The Apostle Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 10:20, “The sacrifices of pagans are offered to demons, not to God, and I do not want you to be participants with demons.”

Dungeons & Dragons, by its design and origin, introduces players to a realm where false gods, sorcery, and demonic symbolism are normalized. Gary Gygax’s legacy may be cultural innovation, but for Christians, it represents a spiritual counterfeit that can pull hearts and minds away from the Lord.

Dream Catchers and Deception

Dream Catchers and Deception - What Every Christian Should Know

Dream Catchers — A Spiritual Snare in Disguise 

What is a Dream Catcher?

Dream catchers are decorative handmade objects often composed of a circular frame with a woven web in the center, decorated with feathers and beads. Traditionally hung above a bed or crib, dream catchers are believed to function as protective charms, filtering out nightmares and allowing only good dreams to pass through.

Dream catchers have become widely popular in modern culture, used as jewelry, tattoos, home décor, and even commercial fashion accessories. While they may appear harmless, their origin, symbolism, and spiritual nature tell a different story, especially from a Christian perspective.

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Where Did Dream Catchers Come From?

Dream catchers originate from the Ojibwe (Chippewa) people, a Native American tribe in North America. Over time, the practice spread to other tribes and was adopted more broadly across the New Age movement.

The traditional belief was that dream catchers acted as spiritual filters during sleep. Hung above a sleeping person, usually a child, the web in the center was said to trap bad dreams and evil spirits at night, while allowing positive dreams to gently slide down the feathers and reach the sleeper below.

The original intent was deeply spiritual and animistic, not just decorative. It was rooted in Native American cosmology and the belief that the spiritual world constantly interacts with the physical one, especially during sleep.

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Who Was the Founder? What Were Their Beliefs?

The dream catcher has no " founder," but its roots are closely tied to Asibikaashi, the “Spider Woman” of Ojibwe legend. She was said to care for the people and children of the land, creating webs to protect them from harm.

The Ojibwe people believed that the dream catcher's spider web design carried Asibikaashi’s power to trap harmful energies and nightmares. The practice was deeply tied to Native American spirituality, which includes beliefs in spirit guides, nature spirits, and cosmic energies.

This belief system is polytheistic and animistic, recognizing spiritual presence in nature and calling upon various non-biblical spirits for guidance, protection, and healing. These ideas are fundamentally opposed to the Christian worldview.

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How Dream Catchers Are Supposed to Work

According to Native tradition and New Age interpretations, dream catchers work by:

1. Catching Negative Dreams or Spirits: The central web is said to trap negative dreams or energies.

2. Allowing Positive Dreams to Pass Through: Good dreams are believed to slip through the center or down the feathers to the sleeper.

3. Acting as a Spiritual Filter: The object is believed to hold spiritual power to protect or guide the person under it.

While these explanations vary, the core idea is consistent: the dream catcher functions as a spiritual tool, tapping into unseen forces to influence the dream state.

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Why Christians Should Not Use Dream Catchers

Dream catchers are cultural artifacts and spiritual objects rooted in religious practices outside the Word of God. Here are several reasons why Christians should not incorporate dream catchers into their homes or lives:

1. It Invites Spiritual Deception

Dream catchers are marketed as beautiful or peaceful objects, but their true purpose is to serve as a spiritual filter based on non-Christian beliefs. This opens the door to deception, encouraging reliance on spiritual power that is not from God.

2. They Contradict God’s Authority

The Bible tells us to seek God for protection, not talismans, charms, or objects of folk religion:

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” — Psalm 4:8

Using dream catchers implies that we trust an object—not the living God—to guard our minds and spirits while we sleep.

3. They May Open Doors to Demonic Influence

Though marketed as harmless, many people report strange spiritual activity in homes where dream catchers hang, disturbing dreams, anxiety, fear, or even waking visions. These are not mere coincidences. Any object meant to manipulate or interact with the spirit realm without God’s authority can become a gateway for demonic oppression.

4. They Can Create Emotional and Mental Torment

Because dream catchers are tied to spiritual manipulation, they can lead to increased confusion, unrest, and emotional instability. Many former users have testified to feelings of anxiety, insomnia, and even depression while using these objects, and peace returning only after removing them and praying for deliverance.

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The Subtle Slide into the New Age

Dream catchers are often the "gateway drug" into deeper New Age involvement. A person may start with a dream catcher, then move into meditation, chakra healing, spirit guide communication, or even witchcraft. This slide can be subtle but spiritually devastating.

The enemy often disguises spiritual bondage in appealing forms. What looks like an innocent decoration is, in truth, a symbol of spiritual compromise.

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What Does the Bible Say?

The Bible repeatedly warns against any object or practice that attempts to control or interact with the spirit world outside of God’s will:

“Do not turn to mediums or seek out spiritists, for you will be defiled by them. I am the Lord your God.” — Leviticus 19:31

“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” — Ephesians 5:11

We are called to cast off anything that hinders our walk with Christ, even if it seems beautiful, sentimental, or harmless.

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What Should Christians Do?

If you currently have a dream catcher in your home or on your person (e.g., jewelry or tattoos), consider removing and destroying it. Repent and renounce any agreement made with false protection or spiritual influence through it.

Then, reclaim the spiritual atmosphere of your home in Jesus' name. Ask the Holy Spirit to bring cleansing, healing, and peace, and trust in God alone for protection.

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Conclusion

Dream catchers are more than cultural décor—they are spiritual objects with roots in animism and folk religion. While they may appear beautiful or sentimental, their true nature contradicts God’s Word.

Christians are called to walk in truth and not mix with practices that God has forbidden. True peace, rest, and protection come not from feathers and webs, but from the covering of Jesus Christ.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing… Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.” — Psalm 23:1,4

 

Methods of discernment:

• Who was the founder of this modality?

• What was his/her spirituality?

• What culture did it come out of?

• What were their beliefs?

• Who is their God or gods?

Many occult practices in Christianity need to be discerned.  Another method of discernment is the Word of God. The word of God is our measuring stick. The more we read the word, know the word, and have a relationship with the Lord, the more we discern right and wrong. We perish from a lack of knowledge.

Hosea 4:6 declares, “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.”

By Teresa Morin, President of Touch of God Int'l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance. 

See list of occult practices. 

If you've been involved in a new age, occult, or cult, it can invite demonic spirits to torment you. If you feel tormented, you may need deliverance.

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Upcoming May 26, 2025, register before seats fill up.

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