In Enticed by the Light, Sharon Beekmann discribes her descent into spiritism and her fierce battle as a Christian covert pitted against terrifying, unseen forces. The book is a revealing look at New Age practices and a story of deliverance.

Enticed by the Light: The Terrifying Story of One Woman's Encounter With the New Age

Beekmann, Sharon

Religion & Spirituality

Zondervan

Silencing Satan

Description: Silencing Satan: A Handbook of Biblical Demonology is about the nature and strategies of Satan and the demons, and their defeat through the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The book is for Christians in ministry, whether seminarians, pastors, Bible teachers, Christian counselors, or lay leaders. It is for all who desire an informed faith relevant to supernatural evil and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Each chapter reflects extensive research and is succinctly written to enable believers to quickly grasp biblical truths that expose the lies and half-truths propagated by popular culture, within and outside the church. The authors teach that when face to face with supernatural evil in its various guises--apparitions, voices, sensations, false doctrine, and immoral temptations--believers resist the devil and reflexively turn to Jesus and Scripture. They fight by living a radical life of faith, expressed through love and obedience to Christ. As they do, God himself redeems the evil that Satan intends for his vainglory. God is building his church, and the gates of hades will not prevail against her (Matt 16:18)! Endorsements: ""Much of the popular 'Christian' literature that deals with spiritual warfare, the demonic, and the occult is of dubious value because it promotes views and practices that lack biblical support. Silencing Satan is a notable exception. This 'handbook' is based on a careful study of the teaching of the Scriptures and offers readers a reliable guide to an area of study that can be challenging and confusing."" --Sydney Page Professor of New Testament Taylor Seminary ""This handbook is an immensely helpful blend of biblical and historical insight, wisdom for practical ministry, and instructive stories of contemporary situations involving the demonic. It is an essential resource for anyone involved in ministry."" --Clinton E. Arnold Professor of New Testament Talbot School of Theology ""Imagine someone bringing the following elements together . . . : a sincere belief in the reality of evil spiritual forces and beings . . . ; a deep level of biblical and historical scholarship . . .; a gospel-centered approach . . .; and a sane, practical application to the real events and issues that Christians face . . . Silencing Satan will be an invaluable guide for Christians . . . as well as for pastors and other gospel workers . . . ministering to those caught under the influence of Satan."" --Tony Payne, Author and publisher Matthias Media About the Contributor(s): Sharon Beekmann is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She is author of Enticed by the Light. She preaches, teaches, and conducts seminars for churches through Sharon Beekmann Ministries. Peter G. Bolt is an ordained minister of the Anglican Church of Australia, Diocese of Sydney, and the Head of New Testament Studies at Moore Theological College in Sydney. He is the author of Living with the Underworld and Jesus' Defeat of Death: Persuading Mark's Early Readers, and the editor of Christ's Victory Over Evil: Biblical Theology and Pastoral Ministry.

Bolt, Peter G.

Wipf & Stock Publishers

The 13 lessons of this study guide help Christians develop an informed faith about supernatural evil and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Each lesson refers the reader to significant teachings in Silencing Satan: Handbook of Biblical Demonology. In the book, the authors teach about the nature and strategies of Satan and the demons, and their defeat through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. They advocate resisting the devil in his various guises--apparitions, voices, sensations, false doctrine, and immoral temptations--by reflexively turning to Jesus Christ and Scripture. The authors expose the half-truths and lies propagated by popular culture. They caution not to fill in gaps of understanding with extra-biblical sources.Does the study of Satan and the demons increase fear or give him too much attention? In fact, when presented from a biblical perspective, such knowledge can increase faith in Jesus Christ and enable Christians to effectively serve God and his church. Believers are challenged to live a radical life of faith, expressed through love and obedience to Christ. Seminarians, pastors, Bible teachers, Christian counselors, and lay leaders will find this study useful in individual and small group situations. A leaders' guide is available in the appendix.

Silencing Satan: 13 Studies for Individuals and Groups

Silencing Satan: A Handbook of Biblical Demonology is about the nature and strategies of Satan and the demons, and their defeat through the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The book is for Christians in ministry, whether seminarians, pastors, Bible teachers, Christian counselors, or lay leaders. It is for all who desire an informed faith relevant to supernatural evil and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Each chapter reflects extensive research and is succinctly written to enable believers to quickly grasp biblical truths that expose the lies and half-truths propagated by popular culture, within and outside the church. The authors teach that when face to face with supernatural evil in its various guises-apparitions, voices, sensations, false doctrine, and immoral temptations-believers resist the devil and reflexively turn to Jesus and Scripture. They fight by living a radical life of faith, expressed through love and obedience to Christ. As they do, God himself redeems the evil that Satan intends for his vainglory. God is building his church, and the gates of hades will not prevail against her (Matt 16:18)!

Wipf and Stock

For ten years, Sharon Beekmann trusted the ""spirit guides"" that promised her fulfillment. By the time she discovered their frightening, true identity, it was too late--they had taken control of her mind . . . tormenting her, attacking her sanity, pushing her to the brink of suicide. But in her darkest hour, Sharon discovered a Savior powerful enough to free her from the evil that threatened to destroy her. In Enticed by the Light, Beekmann describes her descent into spiritism and her fierce battle as a Christian convert pitted against terrifying, unseen forces. More than electrifying reading, Enticed by the Light is a revealing look at New Age practices . . . and a remarkable testimony to the liberating power of Jesus Christ. ""Caught in the insidious trap of New Age deception and danger, Sharon Beekmann's journey to freedom is an incredible story of hope, encouragement, and a way out for those still trapped."" Quin Sherrer, author of Miracles Happen When You Pray Sharon Beekmann's personal story provides a much needed message of both alarm and hope. Her shout of warning says that seeking spiritual experience apart from the absolutes of God's Word is a sure road to deceived bondage. Her message of hope assures that the darkest spiritual bondage can be broken when Christ is embraced and darkness is renounced."" Dr. Mark I. Bubeck, International Center For Biblical Counseling ""Numerous people in the West are searching for meaningful spiritual experience by contacting ""angels"" and ""spirit guides."" Sharon Beekmann's story tragically illustrates that not all spirits have our best interest in mind. The good news is that the Lord Jesus Christ offers deliverance and freedom from their deceit and tyranny."" Dr. Clinton E. Arnold, Professor of New Testament Talbot School of Theology ""Sharon Beekmann is a committed Christian who attends our church faithfully and serves Christ well. Sharon has unusual discernment with regard to the spiritual pitfalls of a fallen world. I believe that through this book, the light of Christ will shine on many."" Dr. James S. Dixon, Senior Pastor Cherry Hills Community Church Highlands Ranch, Colorado ""Sharon Beekmann's Enticed by the Light is a psychologically perceptive description of occultism's magnetism for a troubled youth and a moving account of the Lord Jesus Christ's power to liberate a young woman from it. This well-written true story is as intriguing as a novel. ""The book both alerts dabblers in the occult to the dreadful dangers of deceptive ""spirit guides"" and realistically depicts the liberating power of the Holy Spirit-illumined Scriptures presented by understanding, caring people. ""This compelling book vividly illustrates why friends and relatives may become involved in occultism, what they may be going through, and how to help them. Its unique integration of psychological and theological insights should enhance the ability of counselors, pastors, teachers and students to minister for both preventive and restorative purposes. Dr. Gordon R. Lewis, Senior Professor, Denver Seminary Sharon Beekmann is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. In addition to writing, she teaches books of the Bible at local churches and conducts seminars on biblical demonology. She is General Editor and contributor for the forthcoming Masquerades of Satan: A Handbook on Biblical Demonology.

Enticed by the Light: The Terrifying Story of One Woman's Encounter with the New Age

Wipf & Stock Pub

The 13 lessons of this study guide help Christians develop an informed faith about supernatural evil and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Each lesson refers the reader to significant teachings in Silencing Satan: Handbook of Biblical Demonology. In the book, the authors teach about the nature and strategies of Satan and the demons, and their defeat through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. They advocate resisting the devil in his various guises-apparitions, voices, sensations, false doctrine, and immoral temptations-by reflexively turning to Jesus Christ and Scripture. The authors expose the half-truths and lies propagated by popular culture. They caution not to fill in gaps of understanding with extra-biblical sources. Does the study of Satan and the demons increase fear or give him too much attention? In fact, when presented from a biblical perspective, such knowledge can increase faith in Jesus Christ and enable Christians to effectively serve God and his church. Believers are challenged to live a radical life of faith, expressed through love and obedience to Christ. Seminarians, pastors, Bible teachers, Christian counselors, and lay leaders will find this study useful in individual and small group situations. A leaders' guide is available in the appendix.

Silencing Satan: Handbook of Biblical Demonology 13 Studies for Individuals and Groups

Sharon Beekmann believed that the spiritual realm was a safe place to explore. But the spirits she contacted eventually controlled and attacked her. While in the demonic nightmare, God revealed himself, and later, Jesus Christ rescued and redeemed her. Her testimony is a powerful witness to the gospel and a useful resource for anyone oppressed by spiritual evil.
In Rescued and Redeemed, Beekmann shares that Christians should be:
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<li>Educated about the demonic realm</li>
<li>Inspired by the power of Christ</li>
<li>Equipped to help others</li>
</ul>
Evil need not deceive and control us. 
Numerous people in the West are searching for meaningful spiritual experience by contacting "angels" and "spirit guides." Sharon Beekmann's story tragically illustrates that not all spirits have our best interest in mind.
Dr. Clinton E. Arnold
Dean, Talbot School of Theology

Rescued and Redeemed: How to Discern Demons from the Divine (3) (Christian Discernment Resources)

New Age & Spirituality

Illumify Media Global

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Enticed by the Light: The Terrifying Story of One Woman's Encounter With the New Age

Silencing Satan

Silencing Satan: 13 Studies for Individuals and Groups

Silencing Satan

Enticed by the Light: The Terrifying Story of One Woman's Encounter with the New Age

Silencing Satan: Handbook of Biblical Demonology 13 Studies for Individuals and Groups

Rescued and Redeemed: How to Discern Demons from the Divine (3) (Christian Discernment Resources)