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Christianity vs. New Ageism

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Christianity

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History of Christianity Originated among Jewish followers of Jesus of Nazareth Believed he was the Messiah Belief to have originated some 2000 years ago during the life of Jesus. Has roots of Judaism History of the Israelites were recorded within the Bible A collection of writings conveying Gods relationship with humanity. Scriptures and the Book of Genesis states that God create the heavens and earth, It was after mankind's creation that rebellion began

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Beliefs of Christianity

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Bible as Proof of Christianity

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Practices & Worship Church Worship Bible Study Communion Baptisms Repentance

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Rites & Rituals Christians worship in church Confirmations Eucharist Christian Funerals Marriage & Weddings Divorces

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Counteracting New Ageism

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Human Nature & Purpose

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How does Christianity Differ? The Gospel Personal claims of Jesus and implications of life, death, and resurrections The Gospel Means Good News Promises that everything has already been done for you No other religion promises this Jesus is viewed as a teacher and role model.

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New Ageism Religious philosophy composed of complex spiritual and consciousness movements Origins in the 1980s Themes range from spiritualism to reincarnations Holistic Approaches Health Ecology

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What is the New age Movement?

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New Age Movement

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History of New Ageism Became popular in the 1970s after the perceived failings of Christianity. Started in England in 1960s then quickly spread. Roots are traced back to: Astrology Channeling and Hinduism Spiritualism and Taoism Neo-Pagan traditions

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New Age Beliefs

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Influences & Practices Tarot Readings Yoga Meditation & Binaural Music Astrology Medium-ship Chakras

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The Infinite Way Founded by Joel S. Goldsmith (1892-1964). The Infinite Way published in 1947 Transcendence and Rebirth Do not turn to God for anything Do not seek God, just inherit what already is Good & Evil are illusions

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New Age Religion as Therapy These alternative therapies claim to provide healing Astral Projections Channeling Creating own reality Mantras Visualizations Hypnosis Reiki Homeopathy Feng Shui

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Dangers of Alternative Therapies Occult Associations Demonic Possessions Mental Damage Bondage Spiritually during Astral Projections Spiritual Entities Cult Associations

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Human Nature & The Purpose of Existence The understanding of human nature and purpose varies. Suggests that individuals are not part of the divine, but are divine themselves. Uses several practices to bring one to a conscious mind, that unites all. Recognition of all beings as Gods The unconscious mind holds fears, desires and hopes. Whereas the unconscious mind functions as Gods.

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Summary: New Ageism Beliefs God is an impersonal force. Heaven & Hell do not exist, but are a state of mind There are no sins, just misunderstandings Jesus is a main who demonstrated Consciousness & divinity of man. God is all, and all is God. We are all part of creation. Christianity Beliefs God is personal & our Heavenly Father. Jesus paid for our sins. Only through him can we be saved. Heaven & Hell are literal. Jesus is the Son of God and is part of the Trinity. God is the almighty creator of the universe. Man is finite and a creation of God. Rebellion from God is sin All have sin and must be saved

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References