Leaving the Apostolic UPC Church - Finding a Healthy Church After Years of Dysfunction

Why the Charismatic Movement is Unreformable (And Honestly, It Never Tried)

Can the charismatic movement reform itself?  After years of cover up culture, false prophecy, and high profile ministry failures, we are right to wonder. Could the movement be fixed or is it too far gone?  If we trace back through church history, considering the roots of the movement & where it has lead itself it seems pretty clear that anything built on this kind of foundation was destined for failure. And if history teaches us anything, the answer has to be no.

Leaving the Apostolic UPC Church - Finding a Healthy Church After Years of Dysfunction

Church dysfunction can happen regardless of size or denomination. Over time a lot of small things can add up, unanswered questions and "rules", false teachings and more lead many to finally choose to look elsewhere for a church to call home.In this episode we'll meet Ronnie & Rose and hear a story that is unfortunately all too familiar. A church that honors leadership in unhealthy & unbiblical ways - check. Rules that apply to some more than others -check. Unbiblical teaching - check. Asking questions and getting unsatisfactory answers - yeah, that too.Most stories of church dysfunction aren't from the big name ministries and insane abuse. It happens to normal people in normal looking churches. No matter the denomination or movement that causes us to start asking questions - the disappointment feels the same. But learning to keep asking questions can help you find the right fit.

Not Just Salvation - The Ridiculous Reasons Revival Culture Loves Baptism

Water baptism has taken on new meanings according to revival culture. No longer simply the first step for a Christian, now it can be used for many things - like exorcism, new levels & even healing - at least that’s what they tell us. But is this trend biblical? Or is water baptism becoming the “main event” of a revival service, a new & more exciting version of the altar call? On this episode we’ll take a closer look at this recent addition to Christian practice, measure it against scripture and talk about the confusion and danger it brings into the church.

Wolves in Charismatic Clothing: How to Spot False Teachers Before They Abuse You

How do you know if someone is a false teacher? The Bible tells us what to look for, but there are other tell-tale signs too. By looking at a few of the big name charismatic con men from history, we can see a clear pathology take shape that current day false teachers fit into perfectly. The reality is that these wolves in charismatic clothing are nearly all the same in the ways that matter - even if they specialize in different areas. Once you’ve seen the pattern, you’ll know what to look for in the future. The enemy’s schemes haven’t changed, and neither has God’s word. It’s time to stop the cycle!

The Kids Aren't Alright - Why The NAR Is Bad For Our Kids

Cult-like charismatic churches are harmful on many fronts, but an often overlooked aspect is the damage done to the children. Indoctrination of all kinds of false teachings begin at the earliest ages, and cause long term harm that parents need to be aware of. In this episode we explore the kinds of long term harm children & families face when supporting the NAR/prophetic movement, and offer a different approach for raising kids in church - a way that brings parents and children closer to God’s truth as a family. Wolves who seek out the littlest lambs are the most dangerous of all, dividing families and leading our legacy astray. The church needs to wake up to this very real threat to our shared future. Study on effects of a cult on childhood development - https://internationalculticstudies.org/research-highlights/impact-on-children-born-into-or-raised-in-a-cultic-group/