Why Christians Should Discard Yoga Mats: A Biblical Response

In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Doreen Virtue answers a listener's question about why she discarded her yoga mats after leaving the New Age movement. Are yoga mats spiritually neutral? Does symbolism matter? How should Christians think biblically about objects connected to false religion? Doreen explains why many yoga mats contain Hindu, occult, and New Age symbolism, why Christians should guard their consciences carefully, and the difference between simple stretching and yoga poses rooted in spiritual practices. She also discusses practical alternatives such as Pilates and physical therapy stretching. This episode is not about legalism. It is about honoring Christ, exercising biblical discernment, and standing firm on the sufficiency of Scripture in everyday life. For more episodes of Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/