Common in evangelical theology is the concept of spiritual warfare: the idea that Satan and/or other demons are ever-present entities seeking to corrupt and destroy humans—especially the faithful. To resist succumbing to these forces requires constant vigilance and protection through prayer and strict adherence to the evangelical interpretation of biblical teachings. In this worldview, demonic possession or influence mirrors the evangelical concept of ideological corruption; both presume human weakness and vulnerability to external forces that can only be resisted through complete avoidance and submission to religious authority. Just as corrupting forces can enter through seemingly innocuous sources, such as reading, music, or even yoga, dangerous ideas can infiltrate through educational, political, and cultural discourse.

  • Dizzy Devil Ducky@lemm.ee
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    My favorite part of the Bible is where Jesus told his followers that if they question literally anything about the Bible or God in any way whatsoever that they’re possessed by demons.

    I guarantee you ask the average Christian whether that’s part of the Bible, no matter what country they’re from, and they’ll have absolutely no idea because nobody actually reads the Bible any more unless absolutely required.

  • Frater Mus@lemmy.sdf.org
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    Why the Christian Right Demonizes Discourse

    I mean, kids might be led down the dark path of Reason & Evidence

    source: grew up in a fundie household.