It is always exciting to either hear about or be a part of someone coming out of a cult and coming to Christ. But occasionally there are those who leave a cult but are not interested in Christianity, or drift away into the gray world of non-commitment, or surprisingly, enter another cult.
Some groups employ more coercive mind control techniques than others.
The extent of re-entry problems depends on the degree of controlling techniques in place in the group, how long the person has been in the group, and the emotional maturity of the person. For instance, a church like the Mormon Church is not as intense as the control of the Jehovah's Witness organization. Even though this is true, to leave the Mormon Church is like leaving another culture. A person is often faced with the dilemma or problem of having to leave their family, network of friends, memories, theological orientation, and even understanding of Biblical words. This can be traumatic and requires understanding, sensitivity, patience and much support from the Christian community.