MLT does not do 'counselling' neither are we professional psychiatrists. We do believe in the power of prayer, however, and use (from time to time) the Theophostic method (www.theophostic.com) and have considerable experience in this kind of ministry. Fundamental to our ministry is the belief that everyone is responsible for their own choices and any behaviours that may result from them. This means that the burden of responsibility for change rests ultimately with the individual. Please see Articles 35-40 of our 40 Articles of Faith
MLT does not believe in 'exorcism' as commonly understood by those who believe in 'throwing out demons', and whilst we believe in the existence of Satan and of demons, we do not believe that the solution to oppression is to assault the client with loud and noisy bombastic prayer to 'cast demons out'. We believe that demonic oppression is caused by believing in lies and that all that is necessary for successful deliverance is to prayerfully ask Yahweh to reveal the truth about the false belief (this revelation is personally received by the client through the Ruach haQodesh, not by the minister, though the minister may receive confirmation), persuade the client to make a choice to renounce the false belief, and then quietly get the client to cast the oppressing demons out himself. In 99 out of 100 of cases this is a very gentle process, and most clients, while they commonly feel a reaction, do not (as depicted by the Hollywood movies) go foaming at the mouth or rolling around on the floor (we have never had anyone do that). The result is peace, joy, and abundance of love and an end to the lie-specific oppression.
All those coming to MLT for prayer and deliverance must, before we will agree to minister to them, take personal responsibility for their own choices - see http://www.nccg.org/disclaimer.html
The following articles have been prepared by professional Christian psychiatrists and are highly recommended by us. Please study the areas that may affect you first before seeking further help from MLT.
http://members.aol.com/elrophe/articles.htm
Terms of Ministry
It is the desire of MLT that all who genuinely desire spiritual healing and deliverance, and who are prepared to obey Yahweh's commandments and trust in Yah'shua the Messiah, should receive help. It is our desire to help in prayer all who are honest and seeking the same things as we are. To these, we say, Welcome!
Sadly, though, there are many who are not sincere and who come to us for a variety of dishonest reasons, none of which are related to a desire to serve Yahweh or to fellowship with MLT. We are not willing, not have the time, to waste time playing their charades.
Before we will devote our time and energies on a one-to-one basis to persons desiring assistance, we expect evidence of their genuineness. We wish to see active participation in the ME group not merely for show but demonstrating active engagement in Yah'shua and His people. It will not be enough to claim faith in Yah'shua, but rather:
We expect people here to 'walk the walk' and not just 'talk the talk'. We want to see their faith in action as they interact with members of this group. If you are willing to be genuine, no matter what your problems may be, then we are willing to help you. If you are not, then please seek help elsewhere.
Yahweh bless the honest of heart.
The Moderators, 27 February 2007