Can Christians Have Demons? Pastor Chris Misciagna's Revolutionary Approach to Exorcism in the Free Methodist Church

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Can Christians have demons? Pastor Chris Misciagna, a forward-thinking Free Methodist minister, joins me on the Blind Exorcist podcast to tackle this controversial topic head-on. Pastor Chris is breaking new ground by integrating exorcism training into his denomination, challenging the widespread notion that Christians are immune to demons. We discuss how megachurches often overlook these crucial spiritual needs due to their corporate approaches and compare this to practices in other countries where exorcisms occur right at conversion. This episode aims to redefine what it means to be a Christian and highlight the importance of deliverance ministry.
The journey begins with Pastor Chris recounting a pivotal moment during a baptismal service and his subsequent deep dive into demon possession and exorcism. Drawing inspiration from the Catholic Church's rigorous and well-structured exorcism practices, Pastor Chris adapted these methods to fit his Free Methodist congregation while maintaining doctrinal integrity. We delve into the vital role of structured guidance and oversight for pastors, touching on the Wesleyan quadrilateral—reason, history, experience, and scripture—to establish doctrinal authority for deliverance work.
Exorcism isn't just about supernatural battles but hard, intensive labor. Pastor Chris sheds light on his transition from a construction career to a ministry deeply involved in exorcism, emphasizing the often grueling nature of deliverance work. Inspired by Catholic exorcists, he underscores the centrality of the gospel in these efforts, pointing out how modern sermons can sometimes dilute its full power. We encourage church leaders to embrace exorcism with open minds and incorporate it into pastoral care, stressing the need to confront spiritual issues head-on for genuine revival and transformation in contemporary church settings.
Visit Pastor Chris's church website and his YouTube channel.

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1. Introduction & Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Introducing Pastor Chris Misciagna (00:02:26)

3. Challenging Western Theological Beliefs About Demons (00:05:51)

4. Why Exorcism Matters When Therapy Falls Short (00:08:17)

5. Pastor Chris's Perspective on Christianity in the American Church (00:09:42)

6. The Corporate Culture of Megachurches: Why There's No Room for Demons (00:10:53)

7. Pastoral Disconnection in Large Churches (00:13:12)

8. Discipleship and Exorcism in the Free Methodist Church (00:15:41)

9. Developing Discipleship Tools (00:16:44)

10. The Need for Foundational Christian Doctrine (00:17:21)

11. Introduction of Exorcism in Church Practices (00:21:51)

12. Hard Work in Exorcism Ministry (00:42:25)

13. The Power of the Gospel in Deliverance (00:43:24)

14. Effort and Commitment in Exorcism Sessions (00:47:38)

15. Falling Churches and the Lack of Deliverance Ministry (00:51:34)

16. Encouragement for Pastors and Church Leaders on Embracing Exorcism Ministry (00:56:09)