Discussion Questions
for a study of
The Urantia Book
by Dr. Meredith J. Sprunger
Paper 87: The
Ghost Cults
1. Why have human beings tended
to view spirit forces as dangerous rather than helpful?
2. Why do we still use practices of ancient defenses
against evil, such as burning candles or using holy water, even though we
no longer believe in their efficacy?
3. Why do people still think they
can bargain with God?
4. Why do we use "solemn style" in prayer rather
than common language?
5. Why do some people thing that fasting or sex
suppression is a way to get benefits from God?
6. What kind of religious organizations will
carry the teachings of the Urantia Papers to the world?
7. What are the most important suggestions for
a new cult given by this Brilliant Evening Star?
8. What masterful mystery and worthful unattainable
will new religious organizations have?
9. Why were we given this paper on Ghost Cults?
A Service of
The Urantia Book Fellowship