Oprah’s influence is huge, but there’s no actual “church of Oprah.” Eckhart Tolle’s book A New Earth, promoted by Oprah, blends New Age ideas that conflict with biblical Christianity.
These are two related questions. First, Eckhart Tolle's A New Earth presents a spiritual framework that draws from various religions, including Christianity and Eastern spirituality (Hinduism and Buddhism). Tolle also supports Gnosticism, which was addressed in the New Testament as an early heretical view of Jesus. A New Earth is not consistent with biblical Christianity, and it seems to be more of a self-improvement book. Tolle and his book were featured several times on The Oprah Winfrey Show.
Oprah's show peaked at an astounding 10 million daily viewers. Although her show ceased production in 2011, Oprah's influence continues. Her spiritual beliefs—which are not biblical—were a central part of the show. Oprah believes there are many ways to connect with "what some call God." She promoted Tolle's book on her Book Club, on her website, and in partnership with him on a weekly webcast. Because of Oprah's influence, some critics say she has built a following akin to a cult. Though her following is sometimes referred to as the "church of Oprah," there is no such organization or denomination.
In a culture flooded with influential voices like Oprah’s and popular books such as A New Earth, it is vital for us to take personal responsibility for our spiritual diet by carefully evaluating what we watch, read, and follow. We must recognize that spiritual teachings that blend New Age ideas with Christianity may seem appealing but can lead us away from the exclusive truth of Jesus as the only way to God. We must also commit to testing all teachings against the Bible, using Scripture as our ultimate authority, and remain vigilant against messages that promote self-salvation or relativism. We can do this by actively engaging with the Word of God, asking God for discernment, and surrounding ourselves with a community that teaches and upholds biblical truth. In these ways, we can protect our faith from confusion and falsehood, keeping our trust firmly anchored in Jesus Christ alone.