1. When approached or challenged by a member of a cult, remember that his only purpose in talking with you is to "convert" you to his way of thinking. Our conduct in such an encounter is outlined for us in 1 Peter 3:13-15:-

"Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is right? But even if you suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts reverence Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to make a defence to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you, yet do it with gentleness and reverence".

This must be our basis for communicating the Gospel, for it shows that we:-
(a) are not to fear anyone
(b) should set ourselves apart for witness and the service of Jesus Christ
(c) should provide an answer to everyone who queries the hope we have
(d) must show gentleness and reverence to all

The early New Testament church was bombarded from all directions by pagan religion and zealous Jews, not the least of them being Saul of Tarsus who later became the Apostle Paul. The church in those days dealt with cultic theology in the above manner, and this counsel is still good for today's conditions. Note how the New Testament Christians reacted when confronted by paganism in Acts 8, 9, 13:4-13 and 14:8-18, and later, when their theology was threatened in Acts 15:5, chapters 19 and 20, and 21:18-26.