Well. I havent been here in an eternity or two.Anyways in studying the Bible I have found that good doctorine always uses Scripture to interpret Scripture. I have always heard of soul ties as a new Christian but never put too much thought into them. But now I am begging to question what they are and wether or not they really exist. Good literature on soul ties is hard to find on the internet, most sites I found offered little scripture backing up their claims followed by an example of a prayer to break them. So, could some of you offer input on this topic as well as any books or sermons that you have found useful.
_________________Joel
Well. I havent been here in an eternity or two.
Anyways in studying the Bible I have found that good doctorine always uses Scripture to interpret Scripture.
I have always heard of soul ties as a new Christian but never put too much thought into them.
_________________SI Moderator - Greg Gordon
Well, when people mention soul ties there seems to be a sort of mystic spookiness thats associated with them. I am speaking specifically of "ungodly soul ties" that comes from sexual relations between unmarried couples. I understand that sex is a spiritual act in which two become one flesh. (Shechem and Dinah's souls cleaved, not sure of the reference. Theres several other examples of this in scripture including one in the Garden of Eden) But I have read and heard people discuss the act of "breaking soul ties" and some say you have to pray specifically out loud to do so. That is something I have yet to come across in scripture. Where does that doctorine come from (historically and scripturally)?There are also lots of other questions concerning this but simply cannot say in such a public forum. I would, however, enjoy discussing this with a few brothers including you, Greg. Let me know if you would like to continue this in a more private conversation thruogh email or PMs. I'm not picky.
But I have read and heard people discuss the act of "breaking soul ties" and some say you have to pray specifically out loud to do so. That is something I have yet to come across in scripture. Where does that doctorine come from (historically and scripturally)?
_________________Jimmy H
This may be what I am talking about. I'm listening to the series now. Streaming in RM and WMP. Dr. Erwin Lutzer is speaking from Moody church. I'm not too certain about Lutzer but Moody is a scource I trust and plan on making Moody church my home church when I move to Chicago in a couple months.http://home.christianity.com/ministries/runningtowin/77740.htmlhttp://home.christianity.com/ministries/runningtowin/77739.htmlhttp://home.christianity.com/ministries/runningtowin/77738.htmlMore on this series when I'm through listening to it.
There is some biblical backing to the doctrine of "soul ties," but Greg is correct that if we are in Christ, he sets us free. I will mention more when I get the chance (working on some apps right now).I would be more than willing to discuss further via email or pm.
_________________Ron Bailey