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The Demonologist

This page is to elucidate exactly what a Demonologist is as there are a few misconceptions about them in circulation. This is due, in part, to our Western mindset and post-modern influences. Post-modernism replaces truth with  relative truth, dissolving the lines separating what is true from what is false and what is real from what’s not real. In essence, reality is constructed by personal reality. This reinterpretation of reality has, unfortunately, infiltrated  evangelical churches throughout America, dismissing various religious truths which explain everything for everybody. American Christianity is far less acquainted with demonology and authentic spiritual warfare than was the Body of  Christ during any other period in Church history. 
 
Having been a part of the evangelical community for over  thirty-five years, I am familiar with the reaction of others when one mentions  demonology, more specifically, the function of a demonologist. The  bewildered look on their faces implies that the vast majority of church attendees or American Christians have never directly encountered the enemy of God and  humanity. They have not personally experienced this horrific dimension of the  spirit world.  Given the Christian context, their reality is a double-edged  sword
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Many believe that one’s faith makes one safe from the demonic.  This is a faulty generalization and if one were truly effective in the  ministries to which one they were called, they, too, would not be a stranger to  authentic spiritual warfare.  It  may sound as if I am  being harsh but that is not my intention as I am only  sharing Biblical truth.  It is also
difficult for our Western minds to dismiss the materialist/naturalistic  worldview that prevents our grasping such a spiritual reality; thus, giving only  mental accent or lip service to the invisible war that surrounds us.  God’s mercy apparently extends quite far for many, and, for that, I am  thankful.

Very few are called into this ministry, and, more often than not,  against their will.  Several times  I have tried to remove myself from this field. There are only two offices  mentioned in the New Testament and a Biblical Demonologist is not one of  them.  God is raising them up, as  very, very few pastors are involved in the work. The desire to be a demonologist  is extremely problematic.  Desiring  to be a minister is one thing and desiring to be a demonologist is another thing  altogether. 


The late Malachi Martin once said that close contact with the  opposite of humanness, causes something to die within oneself. Some part of  one’s humanness will wither from such close contact and it is rarely, if ever,  revitalized.  When you take that  into consideration, I cannot help but to believe that rational thinking will  preclude one wanting to interact with pure evil, risking both their sanity and  physical life.  This is a field  that only God is in control of from the beginning to end, leaving no room for  those who desire this ministry regardless of motive.  Oddly,  and I speak from experience, that part of you that dies cries for the rest of  you to die with it.

The term demonologist often conjures up the thought of summoning  demons, and understandably so, as there are different types of  demonologists.  The Biblical  demonologist, however, studies demons from a theological standpoint - not a  magical one.  He studies how  mankind is affected by them and intercedes on the behalf of those influenced or  held captive by them.  A religious  demonologist systematically studies demons and devils and beliefs about the  same, their powers, limitations, origins, reason for existence, etc. It is the  branch of theology relating to those beings that occupy the demonic realm of  the spirit world.  In stark  contrast to the occult demonologist’s intent and purpose, a religious demonology  studies for the exclusive purpose of elimination.  

 
How does one become a demonologist?   In today’s world one can easily purchase his or her ordination into the  ministry without regard to moral, spiritual, and educational qualifications or  the local church’s examination process and approval. One can also purchase bogus  degrees on the internet.  With any  of the foregoing, a person can present oneself as something or someone he or she  is not.  The same holds true for  the title “Demonologist.” The paranormal community is inundated with those who  have read a couple of books and/or who have not been mentored by someone  knowledgeable and experienced in the field, who called themselves  demonologists.  The self-appointed
pose a grave danger not only to themselves, but also to those being helped. The  Roman Catholic Church requires that a demonologist be appointed by the  church.

One must be a born-again Christian, indwelt by the Holy Spirit  and called by God.  This also holds  true for those functioning along with the demonologist.  In  this field, there are no bystanders or curious onlookers. One must have the  support and understanding of family members as they, too, will be attacked. Not  only will you be attacked, you will also be followed home.   Be wary of diabolical confusion also as this is almost a constant. These  attacks and confusion are attempts to dissuade you from interceding on the  behalf of others and meddling in the affairs of the  demonic.


You must have special protection and intervention by God. Adam   Blai, a well-known Catholic Demonologist, states, “You must have special  supernatural protection and intervention from God in order to survive, remain  sane, and be effective in religious demonology. It is not the human person or  the priest who drives a demon from a person's home or body. It is not the human  will that makes a demon stop throwing objects around the room or causing  horrible thoughts and pains in the people there. There is no personal power or  authority in humans: all intervention, protection, and authority come from God  on a moment-by-moment basis.”   This is not a field for someone to place themselves into of their own  accord nor is it for the fainthearted or weak-minded. This spiritual reality  will turn your world upside down and attempt to destroy  you.

One should ideally have a sanctioning church although that is not  a reality for all Christian demonologists. God can arrange a relationship  between a demonologist and a sanctioning church even if that means the  sanctioning authority lies outside one’s denomination.   This support and backing is of utmost importance. Ideally, one should be  trained by a pastor in demonology, spiritual warfare, counseling and certain  other subjects. One can, however,  be trained and mentored by another demonologist. Being mentored is an absolute  must whether the mentor is a pastor or a lay demonologist. One cannot read books  or watch movies and expect to survive in the field or to retain his sanity. 
 

There must also be doors that have been opened by God along with  opportunities and relationships, evidencing God’s orchestration.  This is a calling – not a hobby - a lifestyle you cannot easily get out  of.  Does being called by God to be  a demonologist make one special? No, no more than a pastor, missionary,  evangelist, deacon, Sunday school teacher or janitor – we are all the same  within the Body of Christ; with different gifts and callings.   The demonologist must be humble in his  calling.

You may already be asking yourself what are my credentials and  that is a fair question.  I have  studied demonology prior to and subsequent to seminary where I studied  systematic theology. In addition to studying demonology, I study Satanology,  angelology, the New Age Movement and related subjects and keep abreast of world  events and trends. I have been mentored in the past by a religious demonologist  with the International Society of Biblical Demonologists, headquartered in  Israel, and am presently mentored by another demonologist.  My experience and continued work in the field and having been certified  as a Demonologist by the Center for Research and Investigative Studies and New
Life Ministry Church (Ohio and Michigan Division).   Lastly but most importantly is my dependence upon and my faith in Jesus Christ.


What exactly does a Demonologist do? The functionality of the  Biblical demonologist includes evaluating places or people entangled with   demonic entities and assisting ordained ministers with religious intervention   against these spirits, although the lack of clergy in this field has many   demonologists working independently. A demonologist stops an infestation and   performs the spiritual work needed to evict demons from a location although   some only evaluate and refer.   Some demonologists assist clergy in in exorcisms. Only the clergy within  the Catholic Church can actually perform the exorcism itself although,  biblically, a lay person or lay demonologist can do so should a situation  warrant it, but I say that with much caution as not all believers are  necessarily ready to do so.

Ideally an ordained minister should be performing exorcisms and  deliverances on the Protestant side of the house as he has been set apart for  God’s service and authorized by the church or religious organization to perform   religious functions of which exorcisms and deliverances remain a part.  Unfortunately many of today’s seminary   graduates are ill-prepared as the topic of demonology is approached   academically and then only briefly. In addition to one’s academic training,  integrating a pragmatic approach to demonology will provide the seminarian or  Bible College graduate skills into one’s pastorate, benefiting those entangled  with the enemy.


I mentioned that either a lay person or demonologist can perform  either an exorcism or deliverance should a situation warrant it.  The Bible clearly teaches the priesthood of all believers.   Each believer is an heir to the Kingdom of God.   We are called kings and priests – a royal priesthood – and because of  this special closeness with God, no other earthly mediator is necessary.  
 
When Christ died the thick temple veil covering the doorway to  the Holy of Holies was torn in two by God. With the passing of the dispensation of  law, God revealed to the world that the Old Testament priesthood was no longer  necessary as people could now come directly to God through the great High Priest  – Jesus Christ.  Each believer has
direct access to the throne of God through Jesus Christ (Heb. 4:14-16). Each of  us who are walking hand in hand with the Lord can be a vessel through which  Christ can expel a demon.  It is  important to remember that it is not us evicting the demon but rather Christ –  Lord of the spirit world.

Without exception, a demonologist must be completely submitted to  God and not afraid to die in God’s service, as death is a real possibility. Your  fear of dying can and will be used against you by the demonic.   As put by Adam Blai, the demons will know of your fear and you will be  crushed by that fear. Demons  possess the wisdom of the ages and know every weakness you possess. These  weaknesses can and will be used against you without exception and in the most  twisted ways imaginable.


The Demonologist’s life is usually a solitary one as those not  involved have difficulty relating to him and to what he does. He often  experiences periods of loneliness as he has few close friends.   As  an opponent of the demonic, his identity is known within the spirit realm, and  he is pitted against that which possesses the intelligence of the ages bent upon  his destruction.  He is a target of  the demonic by virtue of meddling in its affairs on behalf of the  vulnerable.  It is a lifestyle that  permanently alters the landscape. 

Being a demonologist is not a 9 to 5 calling.  You  are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as dealing with clients and inquiries  is a huge part of the lifestyle.   If you cannot take calls after a certain hour of the night, being a  demonologist is not for you.  Most  activity takes place at night and you are the one that the client is putting his  or her faith and trust in.  You  must be able to help them if they are terrified in the middle of the night,  especially if something is scaring them or keeping them  awake.

No called  chooses  the path of a demonologist. God will push one further down the path should he  try to leave the field.  There are  many other areas of the paranormal to be involved in other than demonology.  If God calls you, seek the mentorship  of a Biblical demonologist.




 

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