BEWARE of The Bondage Breaker by Neil Anderson *MERGED*

[IveSeenEvil]

I'm new to the website, so to avoid posting where I shouldn't be posting, I just wanted to recommend a very, very good CHRISTIAN book titled:

The Bondage Breaker
by Neil T. Anderson
published year 2000

Its written for Christians who are somewhat more mature than newly converted Christians.

It describes, and provides full scriptural reference and support, the activity of demonic influence in our lives and how despite our faith that demons actually do seek to find cracks in our armor to penetrate and harm us. Includes case studies / personal letters from people he has helped.

The author has been writing since the late 1960's and has been a pastor and Christian Counselor as well as Bible College Professor. He knows his stuff and his faith is solid. REPEAT: His faith is absolutely solid & his well written text is a reference book I plan to purchase... as I'm using a friend's copy right now.

[watching4Him]

Thanks for the book referral, I checked out the information on a Christian book store web site. I. plan to pass this on to a good friend of my, fyi they also have one geared toward youth.

[LoudRam]

I have that book and I read it as a baby Christian way back when. Even back then I knew something wasn't right with it. Be careful. It's not good.

Read this...
http://www.pfo.org/wdemons.htm

[yeshua'sbride]

I have that book and I read it as a baby Christian way back when. Even back then I knew something wasn't right with it. Be careful. It's not good.

Read this...
http://www.pfo.org/wdemons.htm

I also read this book about 5 years ago, and you are right. It's not good. I threw it in the trash so no one else could get ahold of it.

[His Bride]

Please do NOT read this book. Neil Anderson includes unscriptural beliefs and practices. When it came on the market over a decade ago, we had a "bible study" using it. It is not a good book to refer others to. Rapture REady has not recommended it in the past.

[soon and very soon]

thank you hisbride.....i was scrolling down looking for someone to say that neil anderson is off.

[His Bride]

thank you hisbride.....i was scrolling down looking for someone to say that neil anderson is off.

Way off!

[Anddra]

Although I have read posts from time to time on RR by people recommending this book, those who have actually tried to implement its teachings have not been helped and there are many other posts by people saying their spirits were troubled by it. I have not read it and based on what it is promoting, I have no intention of reading it.

[IveSeenEvil]

I'm not understanding why I see responses here that the book or the author is "off."

The book has scriptural references throughout it that support what the author says.

If the scriptural content is accurate, and it is because I checked some of it as I'm on my first reading, then the words spoken based upon those scriptural references must be accurate.

Could some of you explain what you mean that the book is "off" ???

[Anddra]

IveSeenEvil, it is quite possible to have two people argue opposites based on the same scripture. We see it here regularly. Don't confuse opinion or interpretation with scripture. If you are in any doubt, then pray about it. If you are not in doubt but other believers voice their concerns, then pray about it.

The link provided by LoudRam certainly raises serious concerns. If you missed it, here it is again - http://www.pfo.org/wdemons.htm

[His Bride]

In my personal opinion, as one who participated in a study of that book, we are not advised in Scripute to contend with demons.

James 4:7-8 "Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.."

As for "generational curses, etc"....nothing in the New Testament refers to those.

When we are oppressed, discouraged, attacked, unforgiving, etc the best place to be is before the throne the mercy and grace. By confessing our sins, expressing our burdens, and submitting in obedience to our Lord, He will fight the demons that may be affecting our lives.

Many Christians listen to preaching about slaying demons and so forth. This is dangerous territory in my opinion. I would rather pray to the Father and let Him, in His wisdom, defend me.

[LoudRam]

I'm not understanding why I see responses here that the book or the author is "off."

The book has scriptural references throughout it that support what the author says.

If the scriptural content is accurate, and it is because I checked some of it as I'm on my first reading, then the words spoken based upon those scriptural references must be accurate.

Could some of you explain what you mean that the book is "off" ???

Here is one quote from the link I posted...

The Calvary Contender for Aug. 15, 1995, also issued a “Neil Anderson Warning”:

“Much of what he says is soundly biblical, but his message and methods are tainted by (his) version of demonic deliverance, inner healing, psychotherapy, false memory syndrome, ... ritualism and generational curses.”

[peaceseeker]

I participated in a bible study about 7 years using this book also. It is very problematic. I don't recommend it to anyone either.

[Meg]

I'm new to the website, so to avoid posting where I shouldn't be posting, I just wanted to recommend a very, very good CHRISTIAN book titled:

The Bondage Breaker
by Neil T. Anderson
published year 2000

Its written for Christians who are somewhat more mature than newly converted Christians.

It describes, and provides full scriptural reference and support, the activity of demonic influence in our lives and how despite our faith that demons actually do seek to find cracks in our armor to penetrate and harm us. Includes case studies / personal letters from people he has helped.

The author has been writing since the late 1960's and has been a pastor and Christian Counselor as well as Bible College Professor. He knows his stuff and his faith is solid. REPEAT: His faith is absolutely solid & his well written text is a reference book I plan to purchase... as I'm using a friend's copy right now.

Since you're actually reading the book, is the stuff on the link accurate? I still have Victory Over The Darkness, haven't read it in years though. You shouldn't be stuck alone with serious concerns, and if that book impresses you, it sounds like you've got some serious concerns.

[IveSeenEvil]

Since you're actually reading the book, is the stuff on the link accurate? I still have Victory Over The Darkness, haven't read it in years though. You shouldn't be stuck alone with serious concerns, and if that book impresses you, it sounds like you've got some serious concerns.

Hi Meg,

I did not post a link. You may be looking at a link posted by someone else who asked if HIS link was something that sounded familiar to me. The link HE posted has zero Biblical support and nothing at all to do with Jesus Christ. In fact, I would suggest the link he posted was something that would merely interfere and confuse the praying Christian.

As for "serious concerns," you are correct. I DO have serious concerns. But I'm also in prayer with plenty of other people regarding the problem.

I'm going to obtain the book you mentioned... and I would suggest reading the one that I suggest. It helps to really fill in gaps of understanding regarding demonic interference with our every day lives. As the author points out, God instructed us to "put on the armor of God" for a reason... that Christians "must be proactive" in their walk to the Lord. Without the armor, we can be wounded.

[icebear]

the armor is defensive

we are to resist evil

[Meg]

Hi Meg,

I did not post a link. You may be looking at a link posted by someone else who asked if HIS link was something that sounded familiar to me. The link HE posted has zero Biblical support and nothing at all to do with Jesus Christ. In fact, I would suggest the link he posted was something that would merely interfere and confuse the praying Christian.

As for "serious concerns," you are correct. I DO have serious concerns. But I'm also in prayer with plenty of other people regarding the problem.

I'm going to obtain the book you mentioned... and I would suggest reading the one that I suggest. It helps to really fill in gaps of understanding regarding demonic interference with our every day lives. As the author points out, God instructed us to "put on the armor of God" for a reason... that Christians "must be proactive" in their walk to the Lord. Without the armor, we can be wounded.

Hey IveSeenEvil, I am glad you are well covered by prayer and support. I didn't get that... I had a very rough few years myself. Things are much, very much calmer now, and I have learned a lot. My question was, is Mr Anderson teaching generational curses? I had that curve ball tossed my way, and since I'm adopted with not the faintest clue about my birth family history, that one utterly panicked me! There is a Scripture in Jeremiah that refutes generational curses, and the Holy Spirit explained to me that my problem was a misunderstanding, not a curse. God bless you deeply. PM me if you want. I have studied Spiritual Warfare under enormous pressure since I've been saved. The Name of Jesus Christ is very strong, as is His Word...

[sweet rose]

To see just how clever the enemy is I recommend a book called, 'A channel of deceit' by Robin Harfouche. This is a true story - I checked CBD they do not have the book but it is available on Amazon.com it is an older book, c1992.
It is a story of betrayal. abuse, and shows just how easily the enemy can so unassumingly enter an unsuspecting persons life.
Be very careful of opening yourself even a hair's width to the enemy. He likes to come in as a friend when you most need one.
I have not read the book mentioned above but am VERY suspicious of a great many so-called christian books.
Daily, ask the Father in prayer for discernment, and measure every word against the Bible - God's true word to us. A measuring stick of sorts.

[Meg]

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[His Bride]

This is informative...

http://reasontobelieve.blogspot.com/...-anderson.html

Meg, I am not sure if you are aware of this rule or not...


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Also, I looked at the link....it is very pro Neil Andersen.