APPENDICES
CHECKLIST FOR POTENTIAL CONTACTEES
. . . by Chuck Missler and Mark Eastman
Based upon the assumption that alien contacts
are demonic in nature, the following observations may prove critical.
A more complete study of demonology and spiritual hygiene is beyond
the scope of this appendix, but the following should prove helpful
as a beginning. (It is assumed that the reader is a Christian.
If not, see the concluding portions of chapter 14.)
FACTORS WHICH CAN MAKE A PERSON VULNERABLE
TO DEMONIC ACTIVITY
1. Some form of idolatry in the family background within the previous
four generations.(1) Obvious examples are
demonic religions such as Hindu, Buddhist, Native American, Voodoo,
Scientology, New Age groups, etc. Also, parlor games such as Ouija
boards, Dungeons and Dragons, etc. Don't overlook or dismiss more
subtle forms of idolatry such as rebellion, arrogance, (2) immorality, impurity, greed, (3)
gluttony, (4) et al.
2. Sins of the mind where the person does not retain control over his thoughts,(5) such as drug use, (6) transcendental meditation, occultism, (7) hypnosis, uncontrolled anger, (8) etc.
3. Attitudinal issues: excessive guilt and sorrow, (9) pride, (10) lack of sexual self-control, lack of mental peace,(11) disobedience to known truth,(12) secular values,(13) insolence to Christ,(14) breaking marriage vows, casting off early faith, being idle, a busybody, tattler, or malicious talker,(15) arrogance.
4. Volitional participation with demons or
the spirit world in a non-Biblical context.(16)
REMEDIAL PREPARATIONS
1. Explicit renunciation of any/all of the above before the Throne
of God.(17) There is a "24-hour hotline"
available at any time! It is accessible from the privacy of your
own will through prayer.
2. Ask to receive the benefits of the completed action of Jesus Christ on your behalf.(18)
3. Undertake a specific commitment to the serious study of the Bible as the inerrant Word of God.(19) Make a diligent effort to "put on the whole armor of God."(20)
4. Spend time with God in prayer every day.(21)
5. Identify and participate in a fellowship of Christian believers in which the teaching of the (entire) Bible receives the primary priority.(22) Flee any cult groups that do not restrict their allegiance and authority to the Word of God and/or deny the deity of Jesus Christ uniquely.(23)
ACTIONS TO TAKE UPON AN ENCOUNTER
1. Reject any invitations, deny any requests, and flee an involvement.
(24)
2. Take command and plead the Blood of Jesus Christ on your behalf. (25) If you rely on Him, you are in a position of absolute authority.(26) Don't allow yourself to be "bluffed."
3. Seek prayer and counsel from someone who clearly has a adequate Biblical background.(27)
4. Do not allow yourself to be hypnotized.
5. It is a warfare. You are a target. The enemy's
primary weapon is deception and deceit. Your primary weapon is
the Word of God. Your armor is listed in Ephesians 6:10-18. Study
these seven elements diligently.
NOTES:
1 Exodus 20:4-6; 34:7; Numbers 14:17-18. Cf. Leviticus
26:40-42; Nehemiah 9:2; Psalm 106:6; Jeremiah 14:20; and
Daniel 9:4-8.
2 1 Samuel 15:23.
3 Ephesians 5:5.
4 Philippians3:18-19.
5 2 Corinthians 10:4-5.
6 Revelation 18:23.
7 Isaiah 8:19.
8 Ephesians 4:26-27.
9 2 Corinthians 2:11.
10 1 Timothy 3:6; Proverbs 16:18.
11 Philippians 4:4-9.
12 2 Timothy 2:26.
13 Ephesians 2:1-3; 1 Timothy 3:7.
14 1 Timothy 5:11-14.
15 1 Timothy 3:11; 2 Timothy 3:3; and Titus 2:3.
16 1 Corinthians 10:20.
17 "The Christian's Bar of Soap"-l John 1:9.
18 John 3:16; 5:24.
19 2 Timothy 2:15-16; Psalm 119.
20 Ephesians 6:10-18.
21 Ephesians 6:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:17.
22 Hebrews 10:25.
23 1 John 4:1-4.
24 James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8-9.
25 Luke 4:35; 9:1; 1 John 4:4.
26 Colossians 1:13.
27 2 Corinthians 12:7-10.
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