[In seeing to stay clear from cults]: 1. Avoid groups that reject or twist the Bible. 2. Avoid groups that demean or dilute the Bible. 3. Avoid groups that treat exotic or emotional experiences as the main feature of Christian life. 4. Avoid groups that idolize their human leaders. 5. Avoid groups that try to cut you off from your family. 6. Avoid groups that try to mix Christianity with other religions. 7. Avoid groups that try to mix Christianity with occultic practices.