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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 3H 3M

The Dark Side of Deliverance Ministries | with Seth Kicklighter

from The Berean Files · host Zack Killey

Modern deliverance ministry has exploded in popularity—but what happens when biblical language begins to overlap with New Age concepts?In Part 2 of our conversation with Seth Kicklighter, we examine claims that certain modern deliverance teachings borrow ideas from spirit releasement therapy, regression techniques, and other occult healing practices while presenting them through a Christian lens. Seth argues that many of these methods rely on subjective spiritual experiences rather than Scripture and challenges listeners to carefully test every spirit and every teaching.Topics include:• The similarities between New Age spirit releasement therapy and modern deliverance ministries• Daniel DuVal's teachings and why they've become so controversial• Can demons produce healings?• DMT, altered states, and spiritual deception• Astral projection, "higher selves," and spirit guides• Discernment, testing spiritual experiences, and the authority of God's WordWhether you agree with Seth's conclusions or not, this conversation highlights the importance of examining every claim in light of Scripture rather than experience alone."Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God..." — 1 John 4:1Follow and subscribe for more conversations exploring theology, discernment, conspiracies, and the supernatural through a biblical worldview.

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