One of the common denominators of false cults, false religions, and the occult is that their doctrines and practices are predicated upon the “isms” of vain, humanly invented philosophies. The same is true of the heretical hyper-authoritarian Discipleship/Shepherding doctrines, dogmas, and practices that were infused into the fabric and foundation of the Neo-Pentecostal church, which […]
A rather ironic and curious characteristic of the idolatry of false teaching is that essentially it is “zeal without knowledge.” It is quite common for those caught in the throes of deception and false doctrine to be quite zealous and ardent in their spiritual pursuits. Wherever false teaching is being promulgated, the perpetrators and adherents […]
To merely call idolatry “sin,” though it certainly is, somehow seems an extreme understatement, for it is the ultimate affront unto God. Yet, arguably, it is the most pervasive sin of all today among professing believers. Contributing to the prevalence of idolatry within Christendom, no doubt, is the common perception by many that idolatry is something that occurs only in underdeveloped, far-away, foreign lands, or that it is something relegated mostly to ancient civilizations of past ages, while nothing could be further from the truth.
This site is about the premier book, Charismatic Captivation, by Steven Lambert. You'll find here a detailed description of the book, its Table of Contents, chapter synopses, sample chapters, a special word from the author, and blog articles adapted from the book.
The book, in both print and e-book version, may be purchased directly from this site at a discounted rate, or it can also be ordered through booksellers around the world, online (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, et al.) or brick-and-mortar outlets.
Charismatic Captivation exposes the widespread problem of authoritarian abuse in some Neo-Pentecostal church-groups, and explains how it became infused into the very fabric, foundation, and functions of the Neo-Pentecostal church after being introduced through a Charismatic campaign known as the Discipleship/Shepherding Movement (1970-77). References on this site to "Discipleship" or "Shepherding" (and variations) doctrines, teachings, proponents, participants, and so forth, allude to the pertinences of that movement.
WARNING: This book contains "the REAL truth" from GOD about hyper-authoritarianism in many popular spiritual streams, high-profile churches, and ministries, whose leaders do not want you to know! The message it contains has been denigrated and denounced by many (apparently guilty) church leaders. Do not read this book if you are not ready to know the REAL Truth, and do not follow its advice if you are not ready to be ostracized by streams, networks, churches, and leaders who espouse the false doctrines and employ the unbiblical control mechanisms it exposes!
Dr. Steven Lambert is a Bible scholar and teacher, theologian, ordained minister, author of numerous books and articles, Christian counselor, and holds several earned degrees. He is considered an expert on authoritarian abuse in the church and cults, and has served as a media consultant on these topics. He is also known for more than 4.5 decades of prophetic and deliverance ministry.
More information about Dr. Lambert's other books and study courses is available on the Real Truth Publications website at: RealTruthPublications.Com.
For speaking and media interview scheduling requests, Dr. Lambert's bio, a list of his many articles on a variety of spiritual topics, and to learn more about his ministry, visit his ministry website at: www.slm.org.
