EP.845 Mass Deception in the Church: Part 4 From Dark to Light and Back to Dark

Host Jeff Shepherd opens this redirected message by tracing the roots of spiritual deception from the Garden of Eden to the present cultural moment. He examines the serpent's first subtle twist—"you will become like God"—and shows how the enemy mixes truth with distortion to draw people away from the Father’s will. Using Jesus’ wilderness temptations as an example, Shepard highlights the pattern of quoting Scripture accurately while misapplying it. He then surveys the historical and occult currents that have infiltrated modern spirituality and parts of the church: the rise of counterfeit Gnostic writings after the New Testament, Helena Blavatsky’s Theosophical movement, and Alice Bailey’s channeled teachings about Ascended Masters and the Aquarian Age. The episode also contrasts the polished “false light” of unity and ascension with the darker current represented by figures like Aleister Crowley and his law, “Do what thou wilt.” Shepard explains how the strategy is to lure sincere seekers with feel-good spiritual language and then unveil lawlessness once the masses are committed—ultimately preparing a platform for a one-world religion and the coming “man of lawlessness.” Key Scripture and warnings are emphasized, including 2 Thessalonians 2:3 and the biblical truth that believers do not become God but are made new in Christ. Shepard urges listeners to be Bereans: test everything against Scripture, repent where needed, return to the Word, and stand firm in the true Jesus. There are no guests on this episode—just a focused, pastoral warning and practical next steps for listeners who want to avoid deception and live faithfully. The episode closes with encouragement: there is no condemnation for those in Christ, and a call to love God, love family and neighbor, and make a difference in your community. Shepard promises to continue the series in the next episode. Thank you for Listening!. Prayerfully consider investing support to continue spreading the word. ZPlease like, subscribe and share. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes Keep the Faith