Escaping the New Age: A Journey from Spiritual Deception to Faith in Christ

Hey friend, this episode is such a special one. I sat down with Andrea, a woman who spent more than 30 years immersed in the New Age movement before encountering Jesus in a life-altering way. Her story is one of spiritual awakening, deep surrender, and the intentional, loving pursuit of God even in the darkest places.

We talk about her journey from seeking truth in crystals, energy work, and the law of attraction to discovering the real truth of Christ. Andrea shares how the Lord gently and intentionally led her out of deception and into a vibrant, Spirit-led relationship with Him.

This is for anyone who's ever dabbled in "spirituality," felt drawn to things that glittered but didn't bring peace, or is struggling to fully let go of their old ways. Andrea's story reminds us that no matter how far we've wandered, the light of Christ can still break through and bring us home.

Key Points:

• Andrea's early spiritual hunger and how trauma led her into New Age practices

• The appeal of the law of attraction, energy work, and spiritual "success"

• God's invitation to "unlearn" in 2021 and how He guided her through Clubhouse, Scripture, and community

• The shift from silent meditation and self-centered affirmations to bold declarations of Scripture and walking with the Holy Spirit

• The ongoing process of daily surrender and letting God renew her thoughts

• Why many New Age practices mimic biblical truths but leave out the power and person of Jesus

• The role of obedience, pruning, and learning to hear and trust God's voice

• The deep impact of understanding Scripture (especially the Old Testament) as a bridge to understanding the New.

• Her encouragement to stop lying to yourself, take the mask off, and let God heal you fully

Scriptures Referenced:

• Hosea 4:6 – "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge."

• Psalm references (sung) – Acknowledgement of how cantors and now worship leaders sing Scripture

• Psalm 139:23-24 – "Search me, God, and know my heart..."

• Psalm 103:12 – "As far as the east is from the west..."

• Matthew 6:24 – "You cannot serve both God and money."

• Mark 9:24 – "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!"

• Romans 12:2 – "Be transformed by the renewing of your mind" (implied)

• Revelation 3:16 – "Because you are lukewarm... I am about to spit you out of my mouth" (implied)

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