False Teacher

Alexander Pagani

The 'theologian' of the deliverance movement who intellectualizes the demonization heresy

Biography

Alexander Pagani positions himself as the 'theologian' of the modern deliverance movement. He authored 'The Secrets to Deliverance' where he attempts to build a doctrinal foundation for why demons can inhabit Christians. He abuses the trichotomy view of human nature (spirit/soul/body) to claim demons can dwell in a Christian's 'soul' or 'body' while the Holy Spirit occupies the 'spirit' — a distinction the church fathers never made to justify demonic possession of believers. He intellectualizes the heresy, making it sound biblical by twisting Greek terms, which deceives those seeking deeper knowledge. He collaborates closely with Kathryn Krick and Isaiah Saldivar, providing theological cover for their practices.

Biblical Assessment

Every preacher is tested against our 5-point biblical framework. Here's how Alexander Pagani measures up:

1

Title & Authority

VERDICT: FAIL

Self-appointed teacher who builds doctrine on experience rather than Scripture. Uses pseudo-academic language to legitimize unbiblical practices. Works outside any church accountability structure.

Scripture:

2 Timothy 4:3-4, Colossians 2:8, Titus 1:9

2

Gospel Message

VERDICT: FAIL

Teaches a trichotomy abuse — that the Holy Spirit can dwell in a believer's 'spirit' while demons simultaneously inhabit the 'soul' or 'body.' This contradicts temple theology: Paul says our BODIES are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 6:19), not just our spirits. The church fathers never divided human nature this way to justify demonic cohabitation with the Spirit.

Scripture:

1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:23

3

Fruit & Lifestyle

VERDICT: FAIL

Provides intellectual justification for practices that harm believers. His teaching enables Krick and Saldivar's ministries by giving their methods a veneer of scholarship. Just because someone 'reacts' during prayer does not validate the theology — even pagans experience ecstatic states.

Scripture:

Matthew 7:16-20, Acts 17:11, 1 Corinthians 14:33

4

Revelation vs. Scripture

VERDICT: FAIL

Builds doctrine on pragmatism and experience rather than Scripture. His argument is essentially: 'People manifest demons when we pray, therefore our theology must be correct.' This is the logical fallacy of affirming the consequent and ignores that hysteria and suggestion can produce similar effects.

Scripture:

Isaiah 8:20, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Galatians 1:8

5

Finances & Transparency

VERDICT: FAIL

Sells books and courses on 'deliverance secrets.' Profits from providing theological cover for the deliverance movement. No accountability to established church oversight.

Scripture:

2 Peter 2:3, 1 Timothy 6:5, Acts 8:18-23

Sources & References

All assessments are based on verifiable, publicly available sources:

  • The Secrets to Deliverance (book)
  • Deliverance conference appearances
  • Collaborations with Kathryn Krick and Isaiah Saldivar
  • YouTube teaching content

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Assessment Summary

False Teacher

Alexander Pagani teaches doctrine or practices that deviate from Scripture. Exercise caution and discernment.

Affiliated Doctrines

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