Clete Hux explores this question. How to Determine if a Group is a Destructive Cult - An article from the Factnet site, describing three sets of criteria one can use to determine if a group may be harmful. Covers some things to watch for, what to do when confronted to join, the rights you have, and where the people in cults come from. Self Quiz - A quiz to see is you might be under the influence of a destructive group or belief system. Characteristics of Abusive Churches - Lists signs of abusive churches based on Ron Enroth's books.
Spiritual abuse is always about the misuse of power and authority.
She discusses what could be done in response to the cult threat and how two cults effected her family. Gary brings up some tough questions on what we allow as Christians and how we need to find biblical precedent for what we believe. Part II - Gary Schooley's second article covering the present debate on the validity of being 'slain in the spirit'. Social Psychology And Group Dynamics - Covers psychological areas such as cognitive dissonance and mind control. Healthy Faith Vs Unhealthy Faith - Unhealthy faith is a destructive, dangerous relationship that allows something else, not the relationship with God, to control a person's life.