Positive, Justifiable Control II by Roberts Liardon
Roberts Liardon tells us that leaders must not be afraid to confront any disorderly conduct that might take place in their services. I am a strong believer in prayer and intercession, but many times some of the intercessors are filled with a confused sense of worth and begin to think they are the most spiritual [...]
Abusive Control in the Bible by Roberts Liardon
What is religion? It is an attempt to know and please God through human effort. Christianity is not a religion; it is a relationship with God walking side by side, talking and communicating with Jesus, the Living Son of God. This personal relationship does not come through religion, in which people seek to know and [...]
Spiritual Manipulation by Roberts Liardon
In discussing abusive control, please note that the area of spiritual manipulation is by far the most dangerous. It is dangerous for both the controller and the one being controlled because it treads on the spiritual principles of heaven. Like emotional manipulation, spiritual manipulation is based on the soulish realm. It has nothing to do [...]
Characteristics of the Abusive Controller by Roberts Liardon
Roberts Liardon shows us that abusive control can be defined as “an attempt to dominate another person in order to fulfill one’s own desires and to enhance personal security.” The individual who exercises abusive control has no personal regard or consideration for the one being controlled and dominated. The abusive controller may be a child, an [...]