Discerning the Drift Ministry Podcast

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues exposing the growing influence of contemplative prayer, mysticism, and Eastern spirituality within the modern church. Building on prior discussions of the emergent postmodern movement, Addie reveals how core doctrines like the atonement, salvation, and the exclusivity of Jesus Christ are being replaced with universalism, inter-spirituality, and mystical experience.Drawing from Ray Yungen’s Five Things You Should Know About Contemplative Prayer, this episode presents direct quotes from influential authors and teachers—including Richard Foster, Thomas Merton, Brennan Manning, and others—who promote practices rooted in Hinduism, Buddhism, and New Age philosophy. Addie explains how techniques like mantra repetition, silence-based meditation, and “going within” are not biblical, but instead mirror occult practices designed to alter consciousness and awaken what is often referred to as “kundalini” or serpent power.This episode also highlights the dangerous shift toward believing that God is an impersonal force within all people, rather than the holy, transcendent Creator revealed in Scripture. Listeners are warned that contemplative spirituality is not a deeper form of Christianity—it is a counterfeit system that bypasses the cross, denies sin, and elevates man to a false sense of divinity.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#DiscerningTheDrift #ContemplativePrayer #KundaliniAwakening #ChristianMysticism #OccultInfiltration #NewAgeInTheChurch #EasternMysticism #RichardFoster #ThomasMerton #SpiritualDeception #FalseTeachings #BiblicalDiscernment #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #ExposeTheDarkness #DoctrinesOfDemons #ChristianPodcast #TruthMatters #SpiritualWarfare #TestEverything

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues exposing how the emergent postmodern movement has redefined biblical missions into a new model known as missional or missiology—a system that removes the exclusivity of Jesus Christ and replaces the gospel with interfaith cooperation and cultural accommodation.Drawing from Roger Oakland’s The New Missiology: Doing Missions Without the Gospel and the research of Ray Yungen, Addie explains how modern missions are no longer centered on repentance and salvation, but on building unity between religions, bridging supposed divides between “good and evil,” and creating a shared spiritual framework across belief systems. This episode highlights how influential voices promote the idea that Christianity is not the sole bearer of truth, encouraging people to remain within their original religions while adopting aspects of Jesus.Addie also examines the deeper philosophical roots behind this movement, including occult dualism, pantheism, and the push toward a unified global spirituality. She contrasts this with the clear biblical message of redemption through Christ alone, warning that this new direction in missions replaces truth with compromise and clarity with confusion. The episode concludes by introducing the growing influence of contemplative prayer and mysticism as the unifying thread connecting New Age spirituality, Eastern religion, and this emerging form of counterfeit Christianity. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #MissionalChurch #NewMissiology #EmergentChurch #InterfaithMovement #ProgressiveChristianity #FalseGospel #BiblicalMissions #ChristianDiscernment #MysticismInChurch #NewAgeInTheChurch #RayYungen #RogerOakland #ExposeTheDarkness #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #BiblicalTruth #DoctrinesOfDemons #SpiritualDeception #ChristianPodcast 

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller exposes how the emergent postmodern movement has radically redefined biblical missions into what is now called missiology or missional living. Drawing heavily from Roger Oakland’s Lighthouse Trails booklet The New Missiology: Doing Missions Without the Gospel, Addie explains how the biblical mandate to proclaim repentance, salvation, and the exclusivity of Jesus Christ has been replaced with social action, cultural accommodation, and religious inclusivism.The episode examines how influential leaders such as Brian McLaren, Rick Warren, Donald Miller, and others promote the idea that people can remain within Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, or other religions while merely “adding Jesus” to their spiritual framework. Addie demonstrates how this teaching mirrors ancient pagan syncretism, denies the necessity of repentance, and empties the cross of its saving power.Listeners are warned that this new missiology does not produce converts—it produces compromise. By prioritizing pragmatism, results, and cultural sensitivity over truth, the emergent model comforts people in this life while withholding the only message that can save them for eternity. This episode is a clear call to return to biblical missions rooted in the full gospel of Jesus Christ, even when that message is unpopular or costly.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #NewMissiology #MissionalChurch #EmergentChurch #ProgressiveChristianity #FalseGospel #DoingMissionsWithoutTheGospel #BrianMcLaren #RickWarren #RogerOakland #BiblicalMissions #ExclusivityOfChrist #UniversalismExposed #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #ChristianDiscernment #ExposeTheDarkness #DoctrinesOfDemons #BiblicalTruth #ChristianPodcast 

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues exposing the mystical revolution that has reshaped modern spirituality and quietly infiltrated the church. Building on the research of the late Ray Yungen, Addie traces how New Age beliefs—once viewed as fringe or dangerous—were repackaged under softer language like mindfulness, meditation, self-help, and holistic wellness to gain widespread acceptance.The episode examines how influential cultural platforms and personalities helped normalize New Age spirituality, leading millions toward beliefs centered on the “higher self,” inner divinity, and planetary spirituality. Addie explains how occult concepts such as spirit guides, channeling, meditation, energy healing, and metaphysical practices are now entering churches under Christian terminology—while core doctrines like the atonement, the exclusivity of Christ, and biblical salvation are being discarded.This program serves as a sobering warning that the New Age movement never disappeared—it simply changed its language and methods. Listeners are encouraged to test every teaching against Scripture, recognize occult techniques disguised as faith, and remain anchored in the authority of God’s Word.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #MysticalRevolution #NewAgeSpirituality #PlanetarySpirituality #OccultDeception #MindBodySpirit #HigherSelfDoctrine #ChannelingExposed #MeditationAlert #EnergyHealing #FalseTeachings #BiblicalDiscernment #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #ExposeTheDarkness #ChristianDiscernment #DoctrinesOfDemons #NewAgeInTheChurch #BiblicalTruth #ChristianPodcast 

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller draws a clear and unavoidable line between biblical Christianity and the New Age spirituality now masquerading as faith within the church. Continuing her examination of emergent postmodernism, Addie contrasts the finished work of the cross of Jesus Christ with the New Age doctrine of the “higher self”—the belief that man is innately good and ultimately divine.Using resources from Lighthouse Trails and the writings of Ray Yungen, this episode exposes how meditation, metaphysics, mysticism, and humanistic psychology all converge on a single lie: that humanity does not need a Savior. Addie explains how redefining sin, grace, and salvation makes the cross unnecessary, replacing repentance with self-realization and redemption with mystical experience.The program also traces the rise of the modern mystical revolution—from the counterculture of the 1960s to its normalization in today’s churches—showing how spirituality divorced from Scripture has opened the door to universalism, interspirituality, and a false gospel rooted in man-centered belief rather than divine truth. This episode is a sober warning to test every teaching, reject extra-biblical revelation, and return fully to the authority of God’s Word.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #TheCrossOfChrist #HigherSelfDeception #NewAgeInTheChurch #BiblicalSalvation #FalseGospel #MysticalRevolution #ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #HumanismExposed #GraceAlone #BiblicalTruth #ReturnToScripture #OccultInTheChurch #SoundDoctrine #ExposeTheDarkness #ChristianDiscernment #DoctrinesOfDemons #NewAgeAlert #ChristianPodcast 

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues tying together the deceptive spiritual techniques introduced by the emergent postmodern movement under the banner of Christianity. Drawing heavily from Lynn Lusby Pratt’s Big Noisy God, Addie dismantles the false claim that God can only be found “in the silence” through contemplative prayer, yoga, and mantra-based meditation.Using clear biblical examples—from Elijah on Mount Carmel to the fall of Jericho, from Christ raising Lazarus to the thunderous scenes of Revelation—this episode demonstrates that the God of Scripture is not confined to silence, altered states, or mystical formulas. Addie contrasts biblical meditation, which engages the mind with God’s Word, against New Age and Hindu meditation that empties the mind and opens the door to spiritual deception.The program then transitions into a sobering introduction to the New Age movement and the so-called Age of Aquarius, explaining how astrology, metaphysics, meditation, reincarnation, karma, and the belief that “man is god” form the spiritual backbone behind contemplative practices now entering the church. This episode is a clear warning against techniques that place man in control, redefine God as an impersonal force, and replace Scripture with mystical experience. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #BigNoisyGod #ContemplativePrayer #YogaInTheChurch #NewAgeDeception #AgeOfAquarius #ChristianDiscernment #BiblicalMeditation #FalseTeachings #MysticismExposed #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #OccultInTheChurch #SpiritualFormation #NewAgeMovement #ExposeTheDarkness #BiblicalTruth #DoctrinesOfDemons #ChristianPodcast 

In this powerful episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller exposes the escalating spiritual deception entering the church through contemplative prayer, kundalini yoga, and the emergent/postmodern movement. Continuing her review of Lighthouse Trails’ resources, Addie reveals how yoga’s “serpent power” (kundalini), Lectio Divina, silence-based meditation, and spiritual formation practices are rooted not in Christianity—but in Hinduism, occultism, and Eastern mysticism.Addie dismantles the myth of “Christian yoga,” shows how contemplative prayer requires altered states of consciousness, and exposes the dangerous belief that normal prayer and Scripture are not enough. She documents the real manifestations of kundalini awakening—trances, shaking, spasms, emotional outbursts, psychic experiences—and draws undeniable parallels to hyper-charismatic “signs and wonders” movements. Finally, Addie begins unpacking the unbiblical teaching that God can only be found “in the silence,” highlighting how Scripture presents a God who speaks and works loudly, clearly, and without mystical techniques.This episode is a thorough warning—and a call for believers to reject every occult technique masquerading as Christian spirituality.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #ContemplativePrayerExposed #KundaliniAwakening #ChristianYogaExposed #SilenceIsNotScripture #EasternMysticism #NewAgeInTheChurch #YogaInChurch #HinduismUnmasked #SpiritualFormation #LectioDivina #EmergentChurch #PostmodernChristianity #FalseTeachings #DoctrinesOfDemons #BiblicalDiscernment #ReturnToScripture #ExposeTheDarkness #SoundDoctrine #ChristianPodcast 

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues exposing the spiritual dangers of yoga and its complete incompatibility with biblical Christianity. Drawing from Chris Lawson’s Yoga and Christianity—Are They Compatible?, Addie reveals the dark truth behind the many forms of yoga—karma, kundalini, tantra, and others—all rooted in Hinduism, paganism, and occultism. She explains the true meaning of “kundalini,” or serpent power, and how yoga is designed to awaken this demonic energy within the practitioner. From “Christian yoga” classes to contemplative practices promoted by emergent leaders, Addie warns that these techniques are not physical exercises or relaxation tools—they are gateways to altered states of consciousness and spiritual deception. This is a sobering call to discernment in a culture that is embracing Eastern mysticism under the guise of wellness and spirituality. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#DiscerningTheDrift #ChristianYogaExposed #KundaliniSpirit #SerpentPower #EasternMysticism #HinduismInChurch #NewAgeDeception #ChrisLawson #SpiritualFormation #FalseTeachings #YogaExposed #ChristianDiscernment #BiblicalTruth #ReturnToScripture #MysticismAlert #DoctrinesOfDemons #FalseSpirituality #SoundDoctrine #ExposeTheDarkness #ChristianPodcast

In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller exposes the unbiblical roots of contemplative prayer and its deep ties to Eastern mysticism. Drawing from Lighthouse Trails resources by Lynn Lesby Pratt and Chris Lawson, Addie reveals how contemplative practices like Lectio Divina, breath prayer, and meditation techniques mirror Hinduism, Buddhism, and transcendental meditation—not biblical prayer. She also warns against the growing acceptance of “Christian Yoga,” explaining its true meaning as “yoking to the divine” and its roots in Hindu theology and occult philosophy. From Thomas Merton and Richard Foster to modern church movements and yoga ministries, Addie makes it clear that these practices are leading believers away from Scripture and into spiritual deception. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#DiscerningTheDrift #ContemplativePrayer #ChristianYoga #EasternMysticism #NewAgeInTheChurch #FalseTeachings #RichardFoster #ThomasMerton #SpiritualFormation #YogaExposed #MysticismAlert #BiblicalDiscernment #ReturnToScripture #ChristianPodcast #SoundDoctrine #DoctrinesOfDemons #ExposeTheDarkness #FalseSpirituality #HinduismInChurch #BiblicalTruth

 In this episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller uncovers the true nature and origins of Lectio Divina, a mystical practice increasingly promoted in evangelical circles as a form of “praying the Scriptures.”Drawing from Lighthouse Trails’ research and the writings of mystics like Thomas Keating and Richard Foster, Addie reveals how Lectio Divina is rooted in Catholic monasticism, Eastern meditation, and occult techniques—not biblical study or prayer. She warns how this practice—endorsed by popular teachers such as Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, and others—leads believers into altered states of consciousness, self-focus, and spiritual deception. This episode clearly contrasts biblical meditation, which fills the mind with God’s Word, against contemplative methods that empty the mind and open the door to counterfeit “divine” experiences. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #LectioDivinaExposed #ContemplativePrayer #SpiritualFormation #MysticismInChurch #FalseTeachings #ThomasKeating #RichardFoster #BethMoore #PriscillaShirer #EasternMysticism #ChristianDiscernment #FalseDoctrine #BiblicalTruth #ReturnToScripture #NewAgeInTheChurch #ExposingDeception #SoundDoctrine #DoctrinesOfDemons #ChristianPodcast 

In this revealing episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller exposes the labyrinth as a mystical, occult practice falsely repackaged as a Christian “prayer walk.” Using Carl Teichrib’s research from The Labyrinth Journey, Addie traces the labyrinth’s origins from ancient pagan rituals, esoteric mystery religions, and theosophical societies to its modern adoption by churches and seminaries. She explains how the practice promotes mysticism, self-divinization, and universalism rather than biblical prayer and worship. From Grace Cathedral in San Francisco to denominational retreat centers worldwide, Addie warns how labyrinth walking has become a bridge for New Age spirituality and interfaith unity, leading believers away from the true gospel of Jesus Christ.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#DiscerningTheDrift #TheLabyrinthExposed #MysticismInChurch #PaganPractices #NewAgeDeception #SpiritualFormation #FalseTeachings #CarlTeichrib #GraceCathedral #InterfaithMovement #OccultInTheChurch #ChristianDiscernment #ReturnToScripture #BiblicalTruth #ExposeTheDarkness #DoctrinesOfDemons #NewAgeAlert #SoundDoctrine #FalseSpirituality #ChristianPodcast

In this hard-hitting episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller exposes the blasphemous redefinition of the cross within the postmodern and emergent church movements. Drawing from Roger Oakland’s Atonement Rejected and other trusted resources, Addie reveals how influential leaders like Brian McLaren, Rob Bell, Alan Jones, Marcus Borg, and others have twisted the meaning of Christ’s sacrifice—calling the blood atonement “barbaric,” the cross “false advertising for God,” and Jesus merely a moral example. Addie contrasts these heretical teachings with the unchanging truth of Scripture: that without the shedding of blood, there is no remission of sin (Hebrews 9:22). This episode exposes the heart of the emergent deception—its denial of sin, rejection of substitutionary atonement, and abandonment of the biblical gospel—and calls believers to stand firm on the truth of Calvary. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #AtonementRejected #EmergentChurch #PostmodernChristianity #ProgressiveChristianity #FalseTeachings #BrianMcLaren #RobBell #AlanJones #MarcusBorg #Universalism #BloodAtonement #TheCrossOfChrist #ReturnToScripture #DoctrinesOfDemons #SoundDoctrine #BiblicalTruth #ExposeTheDarkness #ChristianPodcast #Hebrews922 

In this episode on the Emergent and Postmodern Church, Addie K. Miller uncovers how today’s so-called “new Christianity” has redefined the Kingdom of God, the Gospel, and even Jesus Himself. Drawing from Elliot Nesch’s Hath God Said?, Addie exposes leaders like Brian McLaren, Rob Bell, Tony Campolo, and Bono—whose universalist theology replaces the biblical gospel of salvation with a social, political, and environmental agenda. She explains how the “emerging kingdom” is not the spiritual Kingdom of God described in Scripture but a man-made utopia rooted in humanism and mysticism. Addie reminds listeners that Jesus came to free humanity from sin—not to establish a social movement—and warns that the Emergent Church’s “new gospel” is simply the old Gnosticism dressed in modern language. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #EmergentChurch #ProgressiveChristianity #PostmodernChurch #NeoGnosticism #FalseTeachings #Universalism #SocialGospel #BrianMcLaren #RobBell #TonyCampolo #ElliotNesch #KingdomOfGod #ReturnToScripture #SoundDoctrine #CounterfeitChristianity #BiblicalTruth #DoctrinesOfDemons #ExposeTheDarkness #ChristianPodcast 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller examines the growing influence of mysticism and shamanistic practices infiltrating Christianity through hyper-charismatic teachers and emergent leaders. Addie exposes the teachings of Hindu-turned-charismatic guru Sadhu Sundar Selvaraj, whose necromancy and “heaven tourism” echo the same dangerous extra-biblical revelations promoted by popular figures like Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, and New Apostolic leaders. Addie also unpacks how Rob Bell, Brian McLaren, Doug Pagitt, and Tony Campolo twist Scripture, cast doubt on the virgin birth, and replace the gospel of salvation with social justice, environmental utopianism, and universalism. We are on the brink of mainstream redefinition of Christianity itself—away from the cross and into mysticism, works-based religion, and a counterfeit kingdom built by man rather than God. Christians today need to cling to the Word of God more than ever!Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this revealing episode, Addie Miller unmasks how today’s emergent and progressive church movements are simply modern versions of ancient Gnosticism—disguised as “spiritual formation,” mysticism, and universalism. Drawing from Elliott Nesch’s Hath God Said?, Addie exposes how popular leaders redefine words like “follower of Christ,” embrace mysticism over Scripture, and push for experiential spirituality instead of biblical faith. She unpacks the dangers of practices like Lectio Divina, labyrinth walking, contemplative prayer, and the subtle merging of Christianity with other religions—all under the banner of “a new gospel.” This episode is a wake-up call to stand firm on the unchanging truth of God’s Word and to reject every counterfeit that threatens to turn the church upside down. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #EmergentChurch #ProgressiveChristianity #NeoGnosticism #MysticismInChurch #Universalism #SpiritualFormation #ContemplativePrayer #LectioDivina #BiblicalDiscernment #FalseTeachings #RedefiningChristianity #SoundDoctrine #NewAgeAlert #ExposingDeception #ReturnToScripture #FalseGospel #ProtectTheFaith #OneWorldReligion #AddieKMiller 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller exposes how neo-gnosticism—disguised as progressive Christianity and emergent postmodernism—has become a vehicle for radical feminism and egalitarianism within today’s church. Drawing from decades of study and resources like Elliot Nesch’s Hath God Said?, Addie details how biblical teachings on gender and church roles are being twisted to fit a worldly agenda. She challenges the notion of “Christian feminism,” explains the difference between equal spiritual value and distinct biblical roles, and warns how secular beliefs are seeping into Christian doctrine. This is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the redefinition of Christianity and the subtle ways culture is reshaping the church from within. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #NeoGnosticism #ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #Postmodernism #FeminismInTheChurch #Egalitarianism #BiblicalRoles #ChristianPodcast #FalseTeachings #SpiritualDeception #ReturnToScripture #GenderRoles #SoundDoctrine #BiblicalTruth #ElliotNesch #ChurchDiscernment #RedefiningChristianity #ProtectTheFaith #FalseDoctrine 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller exposes how the core ideas of ancient Gnosticism are being repackaged as progressive, emergent, and postmodern Christianity. Through the lens of leaders like Ken Wilber and Brian McLaren, Addie unpacks how universalism, interfaith mysticism, feminism, and egalitarianism are reshaping the faith for a new generation—undermining the sufficiency of Scripture and the true gospel of Jesus Christ. With a passionate warning that “they are turning the church upside down,” Addie challenges listeners to recognize the Trojan horse of neo-gnosticism, reject false teachings, and stand firm on the truth of God’s Word in a time of spiritual confusion. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #TurningTheChurchUpsideDown #NeoGnosticism #ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #PostmodernChristianity #DiscerningTheDrift #SoundDoctrine #SpiritualDeception #FalseGospel #KenWilber #BrianMcLaren #Universalism #InterfaithMysticism #FeminismInChurch #Egalitarianism #ReturnToScripture #BiblicalTruth #ChristianPodcast #DefendTheFaith #FalseTeachings 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller continues her investigation into the rise of Neo-Gnosticism within today’s church. She exposes how progressive, postmodern, and emergent Christianity are simply new faces of ancient Gnostic heresy—rejecting the sufficiency of Scripture, embracing extra-biblical revelations, and redefining the person and work of Jesus Christ. Addie draws striking parallels between historical Gnosticism and its modern-day counterparts, highlighting how these movements prioritize mystical experiences, deny biblical truth, and elevate man-centered beliefs. This is a wake-up call for believers to recognize and resist the subtle lies reshaping the faith, and to stand firm on the exclusive truth of God’s Word and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#NeoGnosticism #ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #PostmodernChristianity #DiscerningTheDrift #AddieKMiller #BiblicalDiscernment #SoundDoctrine #ScriptureAlone #SpiritualDeception #FalseTeachings #ChristianPodcast #NewAgeAlert #DefendTheFaith #GnosticismExposed #MysticismInChurch #ReturnToTheWord #FalseGospel #ProtectTheChurch #TruthMatters

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller continues a deep dive into the roots and modern expressions of Gnosticism, now resurfacing under the guises of progressive Christianity, postmodernism, and emergent theology. It's important to know these belief systems subtly deconstruct the fundamentals of the Christian faith, redefining the character of God, the identity of Jesus Christ, and the authority of Scripture.Listeners will learn how the historic heresy of Gnosticism has been revived in today's churches—cloaked in Christian language but promoting dangerous redefinitions. Addie also examines how feminism and mystical reinterpretations have further infiltrated modern theology, leading many astray. With references to Rob Bell, Brian McLaren, and Peter Jones' The Gnostic Empire Strikes Back, this episode exposes the erosion of biblical truth and calls believers to spiritual discernment.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#DiscerningTheDrift #ProgressiveChristianity #PostmodernChurch #Gnosticism #EmergentChurch #BiblicalTruth #ChristianApologetics #AddieKMiller #ChurchDiscernment #FalseDoctrine #NeoGnosticism #RobBell #BrianMcLaren #Deconstructionism #ProtectTheFaith

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller thoroughly investigates the subtle but dangerous infiltration of Progressive Christianity—also known as postmodernism or emergent Christianity—into today’s churches. Drawing directly from the movement’s own statements, Addie exposes its rejection of biblical authority, universalistic worldview, and emphasis on subjective spiritual experiences over scriptural truth. She unpacks Progressive Christianity’s attempts to redefine Jesus as merely a spiritual guide and highlights its disturbing efforts to indoctrinate even children through misleading curricula. This episode provides clear insights and critical warnings, equipping listeners to recognize and resist this spiritual counterfeit that is undermining foundational Christian beliefs. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #Postmodernism #DiscerningTheDrift #FalseGospel #BiblicalDiscernment #ChristianDiscernment #SpiritualDeception #CounterfeitChristianity #NewAgeInChurch #ExposingDeception #SoundDoctrine #Universalism #BiblicalAuthority #FalseTeachings #ScriptureOverExperience #ChristianPodcast #DefendTheFaith #ProtectOurChildren #TruthMatters

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller investigates the subtle yet destructive infiltration of Progressive Christianity into the modern church. Often disguised as inclusivity, evolving faith, or postmodern spirituality, this movement challenges biblical truth by promoting universalism, mysticism, and moral relativism. Addie provides a revealing breakdown of key Progressive Christian beliefs directly from their own sources—highlighting their rejection of biblical authority, denial of Jesus Christ as the exclusive Savior, and redefinition of foundational Christian doctrines. With clarity and boldness, this episode equips listeners to recognize and resist this growing deception within their churches, ministries, and personal lives. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.#ProgressiveChristianity #EmergentChurch #Postmodernism #DiscerningTheDrift #BiblicalDiscernment #UniversalismExposed #MysticismInChurch #FalseTeachings #SpiritualDeception #TruthOverTolerance #ChristianDiscernment #ScriptureAlone #FalseDoctrineAlert #JesusIsTheOnlyWay #OneWorldReligion #ExposingError #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalTruthMatters #SoundDoctrine #ReturnToTheWord

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller continues her essential series exposing how contemplative spirituality and mysticism have seeped into the church under seemingly sound Christian teachings.Addie critically examines Ruth Haley Barton’s influential book, Invitation to Silence and Solitude, and reveals how Barton’s practices—centering prayer, breath prayers, and emptying the mind—are rooted in New Age panentheism and Eastern mysticism. She highlights dangerous connections between Barton and other popular Christian figures like Dallas Willard, Jan Johnson, Priscilla Shirer, and Bill Hybels. This episode provides biblical discernment, clear warnings, and a firm reminder that Scripture alone—not mystical experiences—should guide our faith.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #ContemplativePrayer #RuthHaleyBarton #SpiritualFormation #CenteringPrayer #DallasWillard #JanJohnson #PriscillaShirer #IgnatiusOfLoyola #JesuitTeachings #Panentheism #MysticismExposed #DiscerningTheDrift #FalseTeachings #ChristianDiscernment #ExposingDeception #ExtraBiblical #ReturnToScripture #BiblicalTruth #ChristianPodcast #SoundDoctrine 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️Addie Miller takes listeners on a revealing journey into the origins of God Calling, the 1930s devotional that inspired Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling. With biblical discernment, Addie exposes how God Calling emerged from occult practices such as channeling and automatic writing, guided by the deceptive influence of A.J. Russell and the Oxford Group. She warns that this book promotes a passive spirituality that opens the door to false spirits—disguised as the voice of Jesus. This episode is a sobering reminder of how mysticism cloaked in religious language continues to infiltrate the church. Scripture is sufficient experience is not a substitute for truth. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #GodCallingExposed #JesusCalling #DiscerningTheDrift #ChannelingSpirits #AutomaticWriting #FalseTeachings #OccultInTheChurch #NewAgeAlert #SarahYoung #ChristianDiscernment #SpiritualDeception #OxfordGroup #ContemplativePrayer #FalseJesus #BiblicalTruth #ScriptureOverExperience #SoundDoctrine #ChristianPodcast #OneWorldReligion #ReturnToTheWord 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this eye-opening episode, Addie Miller dives deeper into the troubling on-going trend of mysticism in the church. Building on previous episodes, Addie exposes how this so-called devotional mirrors occult practices such as channeling, visualization, spiritual formation, and contemplative meditation. She traces the spiritual lineage of Jesus Calling through God Calling, A.J. Russell, and the Oxford and Keswick movements—revealing a hidden network of mysticism disguised in Christian language. Addie also highlights the deceptive misuse of scriptures like Psalm 46:10, the infiltration of “experiential weekends” like Faith Walk, and how New Age doctrines have found their way into church pews through books, music, and leadership. This episode is a sobering call to test every spirit and return to the sufficiency of God’s Word. Placing faith over emotional "experience".Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #JesusCallingExposed #DiscerningTheDrift #SarahYoung #FalseTeachings #SpiritualFormation #ContemplativePrayer #NewAgeInTheChurch #ChristianDiscernment #ChannelingSpirits #BeStillAndKnow #ExtraBiblicalRevelation #FalseJesus #ScriptureAlone #MysticismAlert #FaithWalkWarning #ReturnToTheWord #BiblicalChristianity #SoundDoctrine #ChristianPodcast #ExposingDeception 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this critical conclusion to the Jesus Calling series, Addie K. Miller exposes the dangerous spiritual trajectory of Sarah Young’s bestselling devotional and its ripple effect in the modern church. With clarity and biblical discernment, Addie breaks down how Young’s practice of “journaling” mirrors occult channeling, not Christian devotion. She warns listeners about the redefinition of biblical terms, the feminization and romanticizing of Jesus, and the subtle substitution of presence, awareness, and feelings for the gospel truth. Addie also uncovers how contemplative spirituality—wrapped in Christian language—is spreading through church leadership, seminaries, and popular authors, reshaping the church’s theology and leading believers away from Scripture. This is an urgent call to return to the sufficiency of God's Word and reject the mystical drift overtaking the visible church. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #JesusCallingExposed #SarahYoung #DiscerningTheDrift #MysticismInTheChurch #ContemplativeSpirituality #SpiritualDeception #FalseTeachings #ChannelingSpirits #ChristianDiscernment #JournalingExposed #BiblicalTruth #ScriptureOverExperience #NewAgeAlert #FalseJesus #ReturnToTheWord #ChristianPodcast #SoundDoctrine #ExtraBiblicalRevelation #ExposingError #EndTimesDeception 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this hard-hitting episode, Addie Miller digs deeper into the teachings of Dallas Willard, examining his promotion of spiritual disciplines and contemplative practices that are increasingly accepted within mainstream Christianity. With insights from former New Age believer Bob DeWaay, Addie exposes how Willard twists Scripture—particularly Matthew 11:29-30—to push mystical, works-based beliefs that align more with Eastern religions than biblical truth. From contemplative prayer and monastic rituals to the erasure of the cross and Christ's sufficiency, Addie warns that the church is aiding in the rise of a one-world apostate religion. This episode is a sobering call to return to the authority of Scripture and reject the man-made doctrines creeping into the pulpit.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #DiscerningTheDrift #DallasWillard #SpiritualFormation #FalseTeachingAlert #ContemplativePrayer #BiblicalDiscernment #MysticismInTheChurch #NewAgeInfiltration #SoundDoctrine #ExposingDeception #ChristianPodcast #FalseDoctrine #OneWorldReligion #SpiritualDisciplines #BiblicalTruth #ChurchApostasy #DefendTheFaith #ReturnToScripture #ChristianDiscernment #WorksBasedSalvation 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this powerful episode, Addie Miller unveils how mystical practices cloaked in Christian terminology—like contemplative prayer, Lectio Divina, and spiritual formation are leading believers away from the gospel and into deception. Key influencers like Brian McLaren, Dallas Willard, Richard Foster, Tony Campolo, and others who are championing a version of Christianity that embraces universalism, denies the exclusivity of Christ, and undermines the authority of Scripture. With clarity and boldness, Addie traces how Eastern religious practices, New Age ideologies, and postmodern thinking are infiltrating the church—and warns believers to wake up before it’s too late.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #SpiritualFormation #MysticismInTheChurch #FalseTeachingAlert #DiscerningTheDrift #BiblicalTruth #ContemplativeSpirituality #OneWorldReligion #BrianMcLaren #DallasWillard #RichardFoster #ExposingError #EmergentChurch #SoundDoctrine #DoctrinesOfDemons #ChristianPodcast 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In continuation of the last episode of Discerning the Drift Unmasking 'Jesus Calling' series, Addie K. Miller peels back the layers of Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling to uncover its troubling spiritual ancestry. From Sarah Young’s inspiration—God Calling—to the mystical practices of the Oxford Group and the Keswick Movement, Addie exposes the unbiblical foundation of this best-selling devotional. She highlights how contemplative prayer, automatic writing, and experiential mysticism have infiltrated the church under a Christian banner. This episode offers a much-needed warning: spiritual drift often begins when God's Word is no longer seen as sufficient. A must-listen for those seeking to guard their faith with discernment and truth. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #JesusCalling #GodCalling #SarahYoung #DiscerningTheDrift #FalseDoctrine #NewAgeChristianity #SpiritualDeception #OxfordGroup #AutomaticWriting #BiblicalChristianity #ContemplativePrayer #ExposeTheDarkness #ScriptureMatters #ChristianPodcast 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this eye-opening episode of the "Unmasking 'Jesus Calling' " series by Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller traces the spiritual genealogy behind Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling—and it leads straight to the metaphysical messages of the 1930s book God Calling. With sharp biblical discernment, Addie unpacks the origins of this popular devotional trend, exposing how New Age teachings, occult practices, and mystical terminology have subtly infiltrated the church under the guise of Christian devotion. From channeling spirits to promoting spiritual passivity, this episode warns believers of the theological red flags and the urgent need to measure every message—old or new—against the truth of God’s Word.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #GodCalling #SarahYoung #ChannelingSpirits #JesusCallingExposed #BiblicalTruth #DiscernmentMinistry #FalseProphets #ContemplativeMysticism #OccultInTheChurch #DiscerningTheDrift #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualDeception #NewAgeInThePews #ChristianDiscernment 

 🎧 On This Episode of Discerning the Drift 👀🔥📖✝️In this series episode of Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller continues to unearth deception into the popular devotional Jesus Calling by Sarah Young.This episode is a wake-up call for believers to discern truth from deception in today’s spiritually confused world. Through a biblical lens, the troubling theological underpinnings, mystical language, and extra-biblical revelations that have captivated millions are exposed. Addie traces the spiritual influences behind the book—from the Oxford Group and Keswick Movement to the practices of contemplative meditation and New Age philosophy—and cautions listeners to weigh these teachings against the authority of Scripture. Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift. #JesusCalling #SarahYoung #BiblicalDiscernment #FalseTeachings #NewAgeDeception #ContemplativePrayer #DiscerningTheDrift #ExtraBiblicalRevelation #ChristianPodcast #DoctrinesOfDemons #ExposingError #SoundDoctrine #ScriptureAlone #FalseJesus 

In this first series episode of "Discerning the Drift Teaching Ministry," Addie K. Miller dives deep into the origins and theological concerns surrounding Sarah Young's popular book, Jesus Calling. Tracing its influences through the Oxford Group, A.J. Russell's For Sinners Only, and the New Age underpinnings of God Calling, Addie exposes the red flags and extra-biblical teachings that have permeated modern Christian practices. Through a lens of biblical discernment, listeners should question embracing the mystical practices of contemplative prayer, sitting in silence, and practicing the presence and compare them to what scripture really says.Tune in for an eye-opening exploration into how these ideas have infiltrated the church and how to remain anchored in the true authority of God's Word.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God.Join Addie on this episode of Discerning the Drift!

Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God.Join Addie on this episode of Discerning the Drift!