Today, we’re talking about worldviews. The New Age Movement may conjure up memories of the hippie era, but its philosophies continue to permeate modern society.
For example, the New Age Movement promotes the postmodern idea that there’s no right or wrong – instead, one’s own experience produces “truth.” In fact, the New Age Movement holds that the mind creates its own reality – that everything we see is really an illusion. At first, this seems like a stretch; do people really believe that? But think about issues like abortion and transgenderism; aren’t people trying to create their own realities? In addition, the New Age Movement promotes the notion we can become gods; today, we witness many who insist their self-autonomy is supreme and refuse to be subject to any authority.
As Colossians 2:8 warns believers, “Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy … after the tradition of men … and not after Christ.”
What does New Age philosophy say about Jesus Christ? We’ll discuss that another time. Until then, for more information, go to www.hopetools.net. Stay bold!
Carl Kerby is the founder of Reasons for Hope and co-creator of the DeBunked apologetic video series. His radio feature, Fast Facts, is heard weekly on VCY America, Saturdays at 9:25 AM Central.
