Denying salvation as the Lord Jesus Christ (salvation is compromised)

Compromising doctrine for personal gain

One who practices Gnosticism (sets aside simple teachings in order to pursue deeper teachings in Scripture in order to impress)

Claims of extrabiblical authority or revelation

Reluctant to express their full beliefs

Focuses on difficult passages of Scripture; Tries to use those difficult passages of Scripture to explain the simple passages of Scripture

The attempt to minimize the importance of church structure; focus is on spiritual life and fellowship