Yoga = Hinduism

Marcella · Oct 14, 2011

Oh man, you're going to just hate me, lol. Nope, I went to a private Christian school and the only work I do is as a worship leader for my congregation, lol.

But I hear what you're saying, I just don't see this as viewing demons in every shadow. This is a pretty specific activity, with a cult that has a huge following and frankly, I think we have better options available to us. Believers that come from India won't have anything to do with yoga, and they would know what it is first hand.

I realize that the only conviction that is effective, comes from the Holy Spirit, so my desire is for God to reveal.

Shalom!
Marcella

ElizaBeth · Oct 14, 2011

Please aware of the demonic entities you can fall prey to unknowingly through practices that are meant to "waken kundalini" etc. (which is all yoga)... Pray for release from these pagan entities/demons. I do not believe that these practices encourage following God's law, but rather encourage lawlessness and focus on worship of the body, the world. Been there done that. I post this with love and pray for all those deceived by this fitness craze recognize what they are truly opening themselves up to. Particularlly the sexual energeies (read demons) that these practices open one to. The devil is very clever.

LovingtheLord · Oct 14, 2011

wwjd_kilden said:

School and work are essential in this world, yoga is not.

If the job is extreme, you can always quit.

God bless.

needmesomejesus · Oct 15, 2011

Yoga is what you make it.

kayem77 · Oct 15, 2011

ijustwanttheTruth said:

Hey I like that! I actually checked them out and they sound very good to me! You can eat or drink for the glory of God, why not exercise for the glory of God?

ijustwanttheTruth · Oct 15, 2011

kayem77 said:

amen! i know right? anyone who checks them out can CLEARLY see their mission is to have nothing to do with evil, but to honor God with our bodies. i only have the beginners dvd, but i really like it so far.

kayem77 · Oct 15, 2011

ijustwanttheTruth said:

Yes, i really liked the idea of PraiseMoves and one verse i found on the website :
“For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s” 1 Corinthians 6:20.

I didn't see anything unbiblical about it, they actually sound very conservative and not like those new-age ideas.

ijustwanttheTruth · Oct 15, 2011

kayem77 said:

yeah. the whole thing reminds me of the food sacrificed to idols passage. if you compare food to exercise.
my exercise is not being offered to idols. therefore i like it

i'm glad you checked it out. i can't find anything unbiblical about it either. i love exercise and dance.

kayem77 · Oct 15, 2011

ijustwanttheTruth said:

That's exactly what it reminded me of!

I agree that there's a diff between food and yoga, but yoga is basically exercise and stretching offered to idols. If we do exercise and stretching without any position or practice offered to idols, i cant see how it would be unbiblical, it would only be stretching and exercise, not yoga. If we add meditation on God's word to that it would only make it better, at least that's my opinion.

I like exercise too...dance hmm, im ok with it but im not very good at it haha.

Marcella · Oct 15, 2011

lil_christian said:

Hi Lil,

I thought this might be helpful.

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www.lighthousetrailsresearch.com

Go to "find information" on the menu at the top of the page, scroll down to "topical index." If you look for "contemplative rituals, results and methods" you'll see a number of these items listed, otherwise, check alphabetically. I hope this helps.

Sincerely,
Marcella

Marcella · Oct 15, 2011

ijustwanttheTruth said:

I had a chance to look at the two you suggested, but the first one concerns me more than Praisemoves. The first actually has a pamphlet that pretty much says the same thing I've been stating, that yoga and Christian can't mix. Yet they still follow the same postures and order that yoga teaches, just avoiding the association that certifies the yoga instructors.

I realize there are only so many movements that the body can do, but to do the same routine and just add Scripture quotation doesn't separate itself enough for me to feel comfortable in doing what they're using to align themselves with the spirit world, spirit guides, etc.

I can appreciate Praisemoves in trying to at least break up the routine a bit and mix in other movements.

Sincerely,
Marcella

ijustwanttheTruth · Oct 15, 2011

Marcella said:

I had a chance to look at the two you suggested, but the first one concerns me more than Praisemoves. The first actually has a pamphlet that pretty much says the same thing I've been stating, that yoga and Christian can't mix. Yet they still follow the same postures and order that yoga teaches, just avoiding the association that certifies the yoga instructors.

I realize there are only so many movements that the body can do, but to do the same routine and just add Scripture quotation doesn't separate itself enough for me to feel comfortable in doing what they're using to align themselves with the spirit world, spirit guides, etc.

I can appreciate Praisemoves in trying to at least break up the routine a bit and mix in other movements.

Sincerely,
Marcella

hey. if you don't feel comfortable doing it, then to you it is wrong. don't do it.

i love it.

unguided · Oct 15, 2011

People that I know that do yoga do it for the health benefits that it gives. No one can argue that it makes you healthier. Just because someone does yoga only for health reasons doesn't mean it is a bad thing? Not in the least. Today, yoga for most people is just stretching routine and breathing exercises to stay fit. Just because you know that it comes from hinduism doesn't mean you can't do it. If your only goal is to be healthier, what is the real problem?

rodogg · Oct 15, 2011

There is no such thing as Christian yoga. Its like saying Christian fortune telling or Christian reiki. The main point of yoga is the awakening of the "chakras" through the exercises or postures that make up a yoga session. This is their primary function, NOT for the stretching and health benefits. Now of course Satan has no copyright over certain body positions, and we have to exercise to avoid letting our God given bodies go to ruin, but the core point of these exercises is a very un-Christian principal. I did Yoga for years btw I'm not judging anyone I'm just saying what I know!

God Bless everyone

Emyy · Oct 15, 2011

i did yoga asanas coz'they are compulsary in our institution. The yoga exercises are really good for treatment of diseases and it is included among indian system of medicine. Eventhough i practiced i never join in their prayer and meditations, i didnt find any objection in doing yogic exercises its just like doing simple exercise.

wwjd_kilden · Oct 15, 2011

Marcella said:

Oh man, you're going to just hate me, lol. Nope, I went to a private Christian school and the only work I do is as a worship leader for my congregation, lol.

But I hear what you're saying, I just don't see this as viewing demons in every shadow. This is a pretty specific activity, with a cult that has a huge following and frankly, I think we have better options available to us. Believers that come from India won't have anything to do with yoga, and they would know what it is first hand.

I realize that the only conviction that is effective, comes from the Holy Spirit, so my desire is for God to reveal.

Shalom!
Marcella

yeah, like I said: I think yoga is bad too.
I just get tired of people saying "do not be confooooormed.." *spooky sounds*

leelee · Oct 16, 2011

Marcella said:

Please don't throw the word pagan around. Paganism is an actual religion. Hinduism is also one. They are not the same and implying they are such is paving the way for misunderstanding.
On the tread topic...
I have never been to an actual yoga class and don't chant at all but I do the yoga poses every day as they help to ease the problems I have with my joints caused by hyper-mobility and a sore back from nursing. I also "meditate" ie sit and try to control my breathing and empty my mind) as I find i can focus better on the rest of my day if I do it. Although if practiced in its true form its not right for us but as an exercise I find the benefits are worth the stretches!

Marcella · Oct 18, 2011

leelee said:

It may be, but my use of the word is more towards the definitions given below, found in the Mirriam-Webster Online Dictionary.

Sincerely,
Marcella

pa·gan noun \ˈpā-gən\

Definition of PAGAN
1: heathen 1; especially : a follower of a polytheistic religion (as in ancient Rome)

2: one who has little or no religion and who delights in sensual pleasures and material goods : an irreligious or hedonistic person

3: neo-pagan

— pagan adjective
— pa·gan·ish \-gə-nish\ adjective
Examples of PAGAN

<the Spanish conquistadores regarded the native peoples of the lands that they conquered as pagans who were uncivilized and inherently inferior>

Origin of PAGAN
Middle English, from Late Latin paganus, from Latin, civilian, country dweller, from pagus country district; akin to Latin pangere to fix — more at pactFirst Known Use: 14th century

Related to PAGAN
Synonyms: gentile, idolater (or idolator), heathen

Redeeming-Love · Oct 31, 2011

I have a Christian Yoga based DVD i bought and it is very relaxing.Talking about putting you in the Spirit,i don't want to move after wards cause you end up on the ground at the end. They speak Scripture through the DVD and play relaxing music with no words. It is Called Yoga for Christians,A Christ-Centered Approach to Physical and Spiritual Health by Susan Bordenkircher. Redeeming-Love

leelee · Oct 31, 2011

Marcella said:

It may be, but my use of the word is more towards the definitions given below, found in the Mirriam-Webster Online Dictionary.

Sincerely,
Marcella

pa·gan noun \ˈpā-gən\

Definition of PAGAN
1: heathen 1; especially : a follower of a polytheistic religion (as in ancient Rome)

2: one who has little or no religion and who delights in sensual pleasures and material goods : an irreligious or hedonistic person

3: neo-pagan

— pagan adjective
— pa·gan·ish \-gə-nish\ adjective
Examples of PAGAN

<the Spanish conquistadores regarded the native peoples of the lands that they conquered as pagans who were uncivilized and inherently inferior>

Origin of PAGAN
Middle English, from Late Latin paganus, from Latin, civilian, country dweller, from pagus country district; akin to Latin pangere to fix — more at pactFirst Known Use: 14th century

Related to PAGAN
Synonyms: gentile, idolater (or idolator), heathen

Interestingly I stumbled across this....after our we chat I thought if might make you smile.... Meanings of the terms Pagan and Paganism

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