Freemasonry, Gnosticism and syncretism in the church: Why are they incompatible with the gospel?
By Pastor José Hutter - Posted at Evangelical Focus: Published June 24, 2026 "The combination of Gnosticism, Freemasonry and Theosophy offers an attractive spirituality adorned with medieval symbols and oriental rituals. But behind this façade lies a rejection of biblical revelation, sovereign grace and the sovereignty of Christ." The recent controversy in the Spanish Reformed Episcopal Church (IERE), where a priest was accused of combining Masonry and yoga with his ministry, has exposed the doctrinal fragility of certain communities. Protestante Digital reported on the details and resignations, but we will not stop there. Instead, we will analyse why Freemasonry, Gnosticism and other esoteric movements contradict biblical faith and why their adoption is dangerous for churches 1. What do these movements teach? A “church” that blends Eastern and Western traditions The Liberal Catholic Mar Thoma Church, linked to the priest in question, presents itself as a community that uni...
