In this episode we talk about the definition of a cult, and what the major pseudo-Christian cults have in common. We also discuss how to respond if a member of a cult approaches you, or if you have a family member or friend who you think might be in a cult.

What is a cult?

Co-hosts Amy Stapleton and Shealy Salas explore the World Mission Society Church of God from the Christian perspective. Episode 1 "What is a cult?" In this episode we talk about the definition of a pseudo-Christian cult and what the major pseudo-Christian cults have in common. We also discuss how to respond if a member of a cult approaches you or if you have a friend or family member who you think might be in a cult. Episode 2 "Who are these people?" In this episode we dive deeper into the World Mission Society Church of God and explore their history and what they believe. Episode 3 "Is God Mother?" In this episode we look at the major claims the WMSCOG makes about the Bible including their belief that God is mother. We share some basic rules for how to interpret Scripture and we give a refutation for each major claim. Episode 4 "The baby and the bathwater" In this episode we examine the historical evidence for Christianity - touching on the topics of the unity of the Biblical message, the truthfulness of the Bible and it's accuracy. We compare the historical evidence for Christianity with that of the WMSCOG and other cults.

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Co-hosts Amy Stapleton and Shealy Salas explore the World Mission Society Church of God from the Christian perspective. Episode 1 "What is a cult?" In this episode we talk about the definition of a pseudo-Christian cult and what the major pseudo-Christian cults have in common. We also discuss how to respond if a member of a cult approaches you or if you have a friend or family member who you think might be in a cult. Episode 2 "Who are these people?" In this episode we dive deeper into the World Mission Society Church of God and explore their history and what they believe. Episode 3 "Is God Mother?" In this episode we look at the major claims the WMSCOG makes about the Bible including their belief that God is mother. We share some basic rules for how to interpret Scripture and we give a refutation for each major claim. Episode 4 "The baby and the bathwater" In this episode we examine the historical evidence for Christianity - touching on the topics of the unity of the Biblical message, the truthfulness of the Bible and it's accuracy. We compare the historical evidence for Christianity with that of the WMSCOG and other cults.

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What is a cult?

What is a cult?