Cosmovisiones sincretistas.

Syncretism is the mixing of beliefs, concepts, customs y practices, as well as the omission of essential truths of the gospel and the incorporation of non-Christian elements. Among the factors that contribute to syncretism are partial conversions, lack of contextualization in discipleship and leadership training, the importation of expressions of the faith, and spiritual and human aspects. In Latin America syncretism can be observed in Catholic popular religion, santería, and various aspects of Protestantism. Syncretism can be very subtle and devastating. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]