deception

Missionary Tactics

Missionary Tactics

Camouflage Missionaries may not divulge their own religious affiliations. Some Jews for Jesus-type missionaries try to develop a quick rapport with their targets by wearing external signs of Jewishness, such as a Chai or a Star of David necklace. To make Jews feel more comfortable and make the missionaries appear less Christian, they are coached by their superiors to avoid using words such as Christ, saved or baptized so they don’t arouse suspicion. Assuming Superiority When talking to a Jewi
christianity deception
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
FAQS On “Cults”

FAQS On “Cults”

Q: What characteristics define a cult? A: Cults, or more specifically, destructive cults, are characterized by the following differences from mainstream groups: 1) In religious cults the leader is the central focus of belief. In mainstream religions, G-d is the central focus. 2) Cult recruitment includes deception and concealment of identity and requirements of affiliation. Mainstream groups use no deception and new members are fully aware of the teachings and expectations before they make a
affiliation cults
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
Is there any way a person can avoid getting involved in a cult?

Is there any way a person can avoid getting involved in a cult?

We hope so! The first and most important safeguard is to realize that anyone can end up in a cult. Momentary crisis situations make people vulnerable. When you acknowledge that it can happen to you, you will be more aware and less gullible. This is especially significant considering the deceptive, seductive and extremely persuasive tactics of recruiters. Second, if you are going through a rough time and you are far from home, be especially careful who you place your trust in to help you. Call
conversion cult
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
How do people join cults and missionary groups?

How do people join cults and missionary groups?

“Joining” is a gradual process that starts with a personal contact by an appealing, friendly individual. Recruiters look for lonely, depressed, confused, vulnerable people. They offer help, friendship, love and “quick answers” to complicated problems. The vulnerable may feel that their needs are being met and come to depend upon this new source for support. The one-on-one relationship expands to an entire group. For a lonely person, instant acceptance by a friendly group of people is very entic
cults and missionary deception
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
Are the missionary leaders sincere?

Are the missionary leaders sincere?

Some of them are undoubtedly "in it for the money," but most are probably very sincere in their belief that only people who believe as they do will go to heaven; all others will go to hell forever. Since they believe this so sincerely, some of the missionaries will resort to various tricks and devices to persuade you to believe like they do (the "Moonies" call this "heavenly deception"). We make a mistake when we assume that sincerity - in and of itself - is necessarily a good thing. Hitler was
belief deception
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
Did Jesus Claim That John the Baptist Was Elijah?

Did Jesus Claim That John the Baptist Was Elijah?

Continued from Part 19 A medley of secrets, lies and deception Knowing that Elijah must precede the Messiah (Malachi 3:1, 23), Jesus claimed that John the Baptist was Elijah (Matthew 11:10-14, 17:10-13) even though John himself denied any connection with that prophet (John 1:21).  Jesus’ avowal that the Law will exist “until heaven and earth pass away” (Matthew 5:18) is meant to be misleading. The Law is only meant to continue for a period of a mere three and one half years at most; that is,
deception john the baptist
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz