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Originally Posted by JDWiseman I think that too often, especially in Reformed circles, the closing and cessation of special revelation is practically, if not formally, seen to mean the cessation of everything supernatural, or out of the ordinary. But the one does not imply the other, IMO. | This is a very important point. In my view, the most miraculous thing that ever happens to any of us is the new birth; and it always amazes me that people who will acknowledge being born again will deny the supernatural in other areas.  |
This is true. It also seems that in the states where New Age, Harry Potter, and New Paganism are all on the rise, it's the evangelicals (using the term broadly to include Reformed) who are the most adamant about taking an entirely naturalistic view of the world. Which phenomena are caused or impacted by the spirit world and which are not is a legitimate question for debate. One can go overboard either way. I'm aware of one counselor with secular credentials and licensing who deals with this kind of thing with some amazing successes. It would be good if pastors could deal with this. It's the church, not mental health clinics where ministry to the oppressed should be happening.