{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ex-Psychic Saved: Exposing Divination, New Age, and the Occult","title":"When Faith Becomes Idolatry: Exposing the Word of Faith & New Thought Deception","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/20554a09\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2569,"description":"What happens when teachings that sound “Christian” open the door to demonic influence?\nIn this compelling episode, Jenn Nizza welcomes back apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to uncover the hidden spiritual dangers of the Word of Faith and New Thought movements. From declarations and “manifesting” to the idolization of healing, Melissa breaks down how these popular teachings—often found in churches—are rooted in metaphysical beliefs, not biblical truth.\n\nTogether, they examine:\nThe real definitions of New Thought and Word of Faith\nThe blurred lines between self-help and spiritual deception\nHow affirmations, “Christ consciousness,” and the prosperity gospel distort the gospel\nThe emotional pain that often drives people to these teachings\nHow bad theology leads to bondage—and what true healing and faith look like\nand so much more!\nIf you've ever heard “just believe and you'll be healed,” or wondered how affirmations and visualizations might conflict with Scripture, this episode is for you.\n\nFOLLOW JENN NIZZA:\n- Follow Jenn on Instagram\n- Follow Jenn on TikTok\n- Follow Jenn on YouTube\n- Visit Jenn's website\n- Get Jenn's books","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/E0MG8ZrQDkgMBrhMKU_Ij_L1fAYm90p4zCEDLlvRyfc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lMjQw/MTY0MTE5ZTQyMGU0/Zjk4ODEwN2Y1ODMw/ZTk5Yy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}