YOUTUBE:  Inside the NAR Machine: Celebrity Pastors, Fear, Control  (06 July 2026)

"John and Pia examine the NAR as a system of relationships, celebrity leadership, financial pressure, fear, and spiritual dependency.  Pia Hugo shares her personal history around Che Ahn, Lou Engle, Rick Joyner, MorningStar Ministries, and the painful process of recognizing how sincere believers can become trapped inside a religious machine.  The discussion explores how young believers are recruited, how personal access to leaders can create hierarchy, how education and critical thinking can be weakened inside high-control religious environments, and how abuse victims can be pressured to remain silent for the sake of image. John connects Pia's experience to patterns found in Branhamism, Pentecostalism, the Latter Rain movement, IHOPKC, and the broader NAR network:

• The NAR machine beyond money  /  Pia's early connections to Che Ahn  /  Lou Engle and Abundant Life  /  Rick Joyner and MorningStar influence  /  Recruitment patterns in NAR and Pentecostal movements  /  Personal access, hierarchy, and 'cult royalty'  /  The NAR machine as polished and profitable  /  Rick Joyner, MorningStar, and Heritage USA  /  Pia's son teaches at MorningStar's school  /  Critical thinking treated as dangerous  /  Pia's son begins warning her about NAR  /  Chris Reed, Paul Cain, William Branham, and MorningStar  /  Why the machine targets young believers  /  Pia's family connection to Che Ahn  /  From family access to celebrity distance  /  Pia is warned not to leave abuse  /  Anger at the false god the system created  /  Money, transparency, and accountability  /  Yes-men and witnesses keep the engine running  /  The Great Commission versus NAR excess  /  When the machine becomes the god  /  Final appeal to people trapped in the machine."

YOUTUBE:  NAR's Money Machine: How Revival Networks Turn Faith into Profit  (22 June 2026)

"John and Pia examine the financial machimary behind the NAR, tracing how celebrity pastor culture, prosperity messaging, fear-based retention, volunteer burnout, and constant fundraising cycles keep modern revival networks moving. The conversation connects Che Ahn, Lou Engle, Sean Feucht, Kenneth Copeland, Benny Hinn, Rick Joyner, and other major figures to a larger system of churches, conferences, networks, youth movements, political ambitions, and donor pipelines.  Rather than focusing only on individual personalities, John and Pia analyze how the system itself rewards stage personas, spiritual pressure, exaggerated miracle claims, and financial loyalty. The discussion also connects modern NAR patterns to earlier revival movements, including Latter-Rain, the Shepherding Movement, John Wimber, Take and Give, and the postwar Healing Revival that helped shape today's charismatic empire-building structure.

• Pia calls NAR a money-making machine  /  Information control and hidden history  /  Che Ahn and apostolic empires  /  How the networks connect to older movements  /  Lou Engle, The Call, and The Send  /  Good people inside destructive systems  /  Six ways the machine keeps turning  /  Prosperity messaging and miracle promises  /  Celebrity pastor culture  /  Constant fundraising cycles  /  Volunteer labor and burnout  /  Fear-based retention  /  Prosperity leaders and financial examples  /  Historical cogs that protect the system  /  Property, wealth, and hidden money  /  Pia's personal observations  /  Recruitment for younger leaders  /  Why exploiting the vulnerable is different."

YOUTUBE:  The Kids Aren't Alright - Why the NAR is Bad for Our Kids  (08 May 2026)

"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 and 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:

• The dangerous fantasy world NAR creates for our kids  /  How NAR misrepresents history to justify 'Prophetic Children'  /  Authoritarianism and fear-based teachings in high-conrol churches  /  My personal experience and the long-term effects of a cult childhood  /  Research on second-generation cult survivors and their lasting trauma: https://internationalculticstudies.org/research-highlights/impact-on-children-born-into-or-raised-in-a-cultic-group/  /  The psychological damage of false prophecies on children  /  How parents can protect and guide children in harmful movements  /  Embracing the family-integrated church model for spiritual growth  /  An urgent call to rescue children from destructive churches."

YOUTUBE:  Accuser of the Brethren or Protecting the Sheep? Exposing NAR Abuse  (21 March 2026)

"John, Kevin and Barb trace how 'deeper things' messaging can slide sincere believers into authoritarian control, prayer 'strategy', and dominion-flavored activism. Along the way, they weigh the cost of handling heavy survivor stories, why accountability srtuctures matter, and how 'God said' language can shut down discernment. They also connect dots between revival hype, conference culture, and leadership models that reward influence without oversight. The conversation lands on practical discernment: testing fruit, refusing manipulation, rebuilding faith after spiritual harm, and keeping the God of Scripture central instead of a performance-driven substitue:

• Introduction  /  Valerie Evans' story and why it matters  /  The emotional toll of covering heavy stories  /  Summary of Valerie's experience  /  Counseling, false memory concerns, and spiritual harm  /  Is this unique to the NAR or a wider problem?  /  How twisted doctrine creates systemic abuse  /  Why unchecked power keeps repeating the cycle  /  Marketing, strategy, and the business of revival  /  Can the system be fixed?"

YOUTUBE:  Accidentally Married Into A Cult: The Day I Realised It Was High Control  (14 March 2026)

"John and Liv unpack what it feels like to realize your spouse's faith is not just 'a little different', but shaped by William Branham's prophet-claims, tape-preaching culture, and the social rules that come with it. Liv shares the moment she learned Branham was treated as a prophet, why that discovery changed everything, and what it was like facing rejection tied to second-marriage stigma and ethnicity. They also talk through the lived impact: racism that presents as 'sweet gestures', women policing women, rigid gender roles at home, fear-based spirituality, and the anxiety that can follow someone long after they leave. The conversation closes with practical wisdom for spouses: don;t force the process, be patient, and let truth be discovered without pressure:

• Early marriage and the first signs something was wrong  /  Discovering tape culture and William Branham's authority  /  Realising 'The Message' operates differently from normal church life  /  When research turns suspicion into certainty  /  'This is blasphemy' - the shock of seeing Branham treated above Scripture  /  Family pressure, isolation, and the difficulty of waking up  /  Marriage, deconstructin, and learning how to support someone leaving  /  Doctrinal errors, fear, and the control mechanisms inside 'The Message'  /  Bible contradictions, invented verses, and ongoing recovery  /  Advice for families helping loved ones leave high-control religion"

• Bayith caveat: at one point in this podcast, Liv appears ambivalent about abortion, citing 'personal choice', but I may be misunderstanding her comment...

YOUTUBE:  NAR Detox: The Emotional Rollercoaster & Steps to Recovery  (06 March 2026)

"Join us in this episode as we delve into the complexities of NAR detox, exploring the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies this journey. From the initial stages of withdrawal to the long-term process of recovery, we'll discuss the steps you can take to navigate this challenging time. Whether you're seeking to understand the experience of a loved one or are going through NAR detox yourself, this video aims to provide insight, support, and guidance:

• Understanding the emotional rollercoaster of NAR detox (1) space for a while, (2) Theology: attributes of God, the Gospel, the Bible, the Church - go through the books of Scripture with teaching ministries, (3) Redefine what spiritual maturity is, (4) Processing the pshycholgical impact, (5) Find a church, a body, a fellowship  /  Processing guilt, fear, grief, and anger after leaving the NAR  /  Casting cares on Christ and embracing a slower pace  /  How to reconstruct your faith with Biblical foundations  /  Beyond flash: Embracing ordinary faithfulness as maturity  /  Understanding the psychological impact of spiritual abuse  /  Essential markers for finding a Biblically sound church  /  Finding God's pesence beyond constant manifestations  /  Reclaiming accountability and processing loss after leaving  /  Moving beyond trauma to a Christ-centered identity  /  Actionable steps for healing and self-reflection  /  Initial steps to stabalize and feel safe after leaving NAR  /  Discerning truth from experience in the untangling phase  /  Embracing ordinary faith and identifying a healthy church  /  Common steps to steer clear of during your healing journey  /  God's faithfulness through trauma and ordinary Christian life."

YOUTUBE:  Nine Stages of Coming Out of Spiritual Deception  (05 March 2026)

"We examine the different stages people experience after coming out of deception. The first three are sequential, and the rest are ongoing and are what all believers will experience throughout their Christian lives: The shaking, the searching, the separation, the sifting, the surrender, the sufficiency, the suffering, the sojourning."

YOUTUBE:  Is My Church NAR? Red Flags You Shouldn't Ignore  (13 February 2026)

"How do you know if your church is being influenced by NAR teaching?  In this episode, we'll hit 8 of the most common telltale signs that you can watch out for.  The NAR thrives in part because of a lack of knowledge about what it is and how destructive it can be.  Eventually the atmosphere shifts away from sound bible teaching and accelerates into an extra biblical fresh revelation fueled flow of error.  We need to know what to listen for, and learn to identify these buzz words and teachings imported from the heretical Latter Rain movement, repackaged for a modern audience."

YOUTUBE:  The Charismatic Complex Has Fallen... Now What?  (05 February 2026)

"(1) The fall of the charismatic industrial complex; (2) Not considering false doctrine and Bible twisting as disqualifying; (3) Despising sound doctrine and following after myths; (4) Despising the prophets of the Old Testament as 'stale' revelation and lusting after fresh revelation; (5) Not testing prophets and prohecies as Scripture requires; (6) Believing in fallible 'prophets'..."

YOUTUBE:  The World's Darkest Cult: Survivors Speak Out  (17 April 2025)

"Mainstream 'Christianity' is lying to you. Listen to heart-breaking testimonies of broken marriages, sickness and loss of life at the hands of the world's darkest cult. The Word-Of-Faith, New Apostolic Reformation, and Deliverance Ministries are the face of mainstream Christianity, yet none of them are biblical and [they all] incur ruin upon [their] victims. Special thanks to ALL victims who spoke out."

YOUTUBE:  The Boastful Arrogance of the New Apostolic Reformation  (07 December 2024)

Viewers' Comments:  "This is why we need to read our Bibles and hear God speak through it. God bless you brother!"  /  "Witchcraft and they use the Lord's name. The bondage is exhausting. I came out of this and it is still difficult in my family ... Thank you for these great videos. God bless you"  /  "No wonder so many people are leaving the church, because they are so disheartened when they decree and it doesn't come to pass"  /  "They are replacing God and Jesus and making themselves gods"

YOUTUBE:  The Strategies and Tactics of False Teachers  (21 November 2024)

"In this episode, we delve into the strategies and tactics employed by false teachers.  They include claiming to have an encounter with God, choosing a title or office such as apostle or prophet, utilizing a captivating teaching or practice, creating expectation, and more..."

Famine in the Land: Articles/Blog Posts About the NAR  (various dates)

Various articles about the NAR, Bethel, Hillsong, Word-Faith, False Teachers, False Apostles & False Prophets, Deception & Discernment, The Chosen, The Passion Translation, Revival, Interfaith, and more...

YOUTUBE:  The Vain and Meaningless Worship of the New Apostolic Reformation  (08 November 2024)

Viewers' Comments:  "It just gets crazier every week with these people. Thank you for your channel. You do a great job"  /  "The Lord: Turn the other cheek; Todd Bentley: Slap the other cheek"  /  "The fact that people are laughing at Sid's horrifying story shows complete depravity"  /  "This is a great montage, thank you"

YOUTUBE:  The Dangers of the New Apostolic Reformation  (28 September 2024)

"A graduate from BSSM and former Sozo minister joins me to explain what the NAR is:  (1) What is the NAR?,  (2) A Christian response to the NAR,  (3) Bill Johnson,  (4) Who was Alexander Dowie and John G. Lake?,  (5) Who was C. Peter Wagner?,  (6) Heidi Baker Apostleship training,  (7) What is a Five-Fold Ministry?,  (8) Kathryn Krick Lying,  (9) Is the NAR a cult?,  (10) Curry Blake and John G. Lake Ministries,  (11) Spiritual bankruptcy,  (12) Che Ahn and Harvest International Ministries,  (13) NAR - another gospel"

YOUTUBE:  8 Deceptive Beliefs  (05 September 2024)

"In this episode we examine 8 deceptive beliefs ... (1) What has been revealed in scripture is incomplete - there are still secrets and mysteries that can be accessed;  (2) What has been freely given or divinely apportioned, can be earned, caught, taught, or bought;  (3) You have the same power and authority as Christ;  (4) All Christians should walk in the supernatural;  (5) You can bind or cast out the spirit of lust, Jezebel, alcoholism, cancer, violence, etc;  (6) The church should disciple literal nations and Christianize this world;  (7) The atonement guarantees physical healing n this world;  (8) You are cursed if you don't tithe."

YOUTUBE:  The Path Out of Deception  (10 July 2024)

"In this episode we'll take a brief look at the various stages we may go through during our path out of deception."

The New Apostolic Reformation: Influence and Teachings  (07 July 2024 / 24 February 2013)

"A heterodox movement in Protestant Christianity known as the 'New Apostolic Reformation' (NAR) - also known as the 'apostolic-prophetic movement' - gained vast influence among Pentecostal and charismatic churches worldwide, beginning in the late 1990s.  The people who are part of this burgeoning movement follow present-day apostles and prophets who claim to govern the church and give new divine revelation that is needed to set up God's kingdom on earth..."

New Apostolic Reformation  (07 July 2024 / 15 April 2008)

"The New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) is a movement which asserts that God is restoring the lost offices of church governance, namely the offices of Prophet and Apostle.  Leading figures in this seemingly loosely organized movement claim that these prophets and apostles alone have the power and authority to execute God's plans and purposes on earth.  They believe they are laying the foundation for a global church, governed by them..."

YOUTUBE:  Kingdom of the Cults - NAR / Word of Faith  (07 May 2024)

"In episode #83 of the Testing the Spirits podcast we take a hard look at movements within Pentecostal/Charismatic Christianity (the NAR and Word of Faith movement) and ask the question: Is Charismatic Christianity cultic?  (1) They have a source of authority other than the Bible; (2) they teach false doctrine concerning the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ; (3) they teach that man is a little god; (4) therefore they are teaching a false gospel."

YOUTUBE:  The Grip of the Cult-Like New Apostolic Reformation  (19 March 2024)

"In this episode, I explore the simialrities between the NAR and cults.  I'll give a few reasons why people are attracted to the NAR, and why so few escape the movement.  Some who have had their eyes opened to this deception, linger far too long, so we'll look at their excuses for not leaving.  Finally, some pointers on how to warn those who have been deceived..."

YOUTUBE:  New Apostolic Reformation Prosperity Bigwigs!  (14 February 2024)

Viewers' comments:  "I used to be a victim of this insanity but all praise to God for opening my eyes and giving me a love for His word"  /  "I have a surplus of prosperity already, I am forgiven of my sins through Christ and I will love forever with Him.  What more prosperity could I ask for?"  /  "This is a sickening display! Thank you Steve for exposing these creeps!"  /  "As a Christian I am embarrassed - how can true Christians tell others about the grace and love of our Lord, if there are these types of people being like this?"  /  "I can see how people get trapped in this type of movement because it is all about emotion and feelings. But if you watch from the outside it looks like demon possession"

YOUTUBE:  The Religious Spirit of the NAR  (13 February 2022)

"'Demons have revelation from God. They resist those gifts in the Body that bring revelatory freedom to the members of the Body'.  This is a Church Pierce quote from C. Peter Wagner's book, Freedom for the Religious Spirit.  According to the NAR folks, the Religious Spirit is an actual demon that hates doctrine and tries to squelch out the 'new wine' of the NAR.  In this video, we look to the Scriptures to see if what the 'apostles' of the NAR say about this so-called demon is Biblical."

YOUTUBE:  An Overview of the New Apostolic Reformation  (31 January 2022)

"The NAR has become a huge monster that has invaded the modern Church ... (1) What exactly is the NAR? ... (2) Is the NAR really new? ... (3) Latter Rain movement ... (4) Supernatural ministry of the Holy Spirit ... (5) Biblical characteristics of Apostles ... (6) Vertical Apostles ... (7) Convening Apostles ... (8) Apostolic ministry is front line ministry ... (9) prophets ... (10) 7-mountain mandate ... (11) The great transfer of wealth ... (12) Get rid of the spirit of poverty ... (13) spiritual mapping..."

Revival Fever  (18 December 2020)

"If there's one word being used in evangelical circles to an excessive degree it's revival.  When it comes to present-day revivals, they are largely associated with packed stadiums, gatherings in strategic places, celebrity speakers, trending worship songs, and feel good 'prophetic words'.  Some believe we are currently experiencing revival, but this assumption is based on activity in the visible church, particularly within the NAR.  By attaching the word revival to their meetings or movement, they self-appointed 'apostles' and 'prophets' of the NAR are securing the attention and devotion of their deluded followers.  After all, no one wants to miss out on what 'God is doing.'  But if we examine the roots and characteristics of NAR revivals, we'll discover that their 'revivals' are manufactured and simply a perpetuation of a great delusion..."

A Glossary of New Apostolic Reformation Terminology  (29 April 2020)

"The NAR is one of the fastest growing and insidious movements in the visible church.  One of the ways to identify leaders and their followers in this movement is by paying attention to the terminology or buzzwords they use.  Some of the words in this list are biblical, but the meaning and application are far removed from what scripture actually teaches (biblical terminology gives credence to their aberrant doctrines).  Certain words used in the NAR appear to be sci-fi or computer buzzwords, and their applications originate in the minds of the false apostles and prophets that drive this movement.  The words listed are not exclusive to the NAR, but occur in some Charismatic, Word of Faith and other movements..."

YOUTUBE:  The Protestant Reformation vs. The New Apostolic Reformation  (31 October 2018)

"'We've gone as far as we can with our present understanding of Scripture; it's time to let signs have their place' (Bill Johnson, Bethel church senior pastor).  The Reformation vs The Reckless Reformation:  (1) The NAR,  (2) Marks of a reliable reformation and the marks of a reckless reformation,  (3) A call back to Scripture,  (4) Justification by faith,  (5) Focus on justification by faith,  (6) Why the Reformation still matters,  (7) Reformation: John Knox,  (8) The Scottish Reformation,  (9) The NAR,  (10) Bill Johnson,  (11) Lust for signs,  (12) The marks of right response."

YOUTUBE:  Bethel and Hillsong Fans Will Not Like This Video...  (16 June 2017)

"In this video, Todd Friel speaks out against the New Apostolic Reformation movement, which has been popularized by Bethel and Hillsong."

Ten Reasons to Reject the New Apostolic Reformation and Revival  (2016)

"(1) Dominion ... (2) Revival ... (3) Leadership & Submission ... (4) Glorification ... (5) Unity ... (6) Signs and Wonders ... (7) Mysticism ... (8) Meetings and Ministries ... (9) Anointing ... (10) Incorrect Eschatology ... NOTE: Not all revival churches believe ALL of this, nor are all of them aware of the underlying doctrines of the movement they have joined.  Furthermore, since the early days before open criticism began, the leadership have increasingly been wary of making their beliefs fully known.  Membership lists have been hidden from the Internet, and ministry websites are careful not to enter into open discussion about their beliefs, links, partnerships and activities.  The full agenda therefore is not well known..."

What Your Church Needs to Know About the NAR  (No Date)

"The NAR is a dominionist movement which asserts that God is restoring the lost offices of church governance, namely the offices of Prophet and Apostle.  Leading figures in this seemingly loosely organized movement claim that these prophets and apostles alone have the power and authority to execute God's plans and purposes on earth.  They believe they are laying the foundation for a global church, governed by them.  They place a greater emphasis on dreams, visions and extra-biblical revelation than they do on the Bible, claiming that their revealed teachings and reported experiences (e.g. trips to heaven, face-to-face conversations with Jesus, visits by angels) can be not be proven by the 'old' Scripture..."

NAR Connections  (No Date)

"Because the New Apostolic Reformation is not one solid organization, it is very unclear who is part of this group, who is connected with this group, or is influenced by this group.  I have done in depth research and found that birds of the same feather flock together.  Having said that, many churches and pastors even have no idea that they are part of this group called the New Apostolic Reformation and bring their blatant false heretical teachings to their church.  Three of the most worldwide well known churches involved are Bethel, Hillsong and Elevation, who influence many churches across the globe through their so called worship music.  But who is behind the scene pulling the strings?..."

History of the NAR

YOUTUBE:  What is the New Apostolic Reformation? The History Behind the NAR  (07 September 2026)

"John explains the NAR through its historical development rather than beginning with a doctrinal definition. He traces major streams through restoration and divine healing, the New Order of the Latter Rain, postwar healing revivals, charismatic networks, John Wimber and the Vineyard, prophetic networks surrounding Kansas City, and C. Peter Wagner's effort to identify and systematize what became known as the New Apostolic Reformation.  The discussion examines how restored apostles and prophets, impartation, prophetic direction, spiritual warfare, church-growth strategies, and interconnected ministries developed into a network-based system of authority. John also offers seven questions for examining a church's leadership structure, prophetic accountability, outside networks, political kingdom theology, treatment of criticism, and documented relationships, arguing that authority and network connections can reveal more about NAR influence than denominational membeship alone:

• Introduction  /  Restoration and Healing: John Alexander Dowie  /  Latter Rain and building on earlier doctrines  /  Charismatic networks and C. Peter Wagner  /  How the NAR system was built  /  The Prophetic Stream and Joel's Army  /  Militant language and Spiritual Warfare  /  Why doctrine alone does not define NAR  /  Modern Apostles, authority, and cross-pollination  /  Seven questions for identifying NAR influence  /  NAR as a system of authority."

YOUTUBE:  The Roots of Spiritual Abuse in the NAR  (03 August 2026)

"John and Pia continue tracing the historical pipeline from William Branham, the Healing Revival, and Latter Rain theology into the Shepherding Movement, People Destiny International (PDI), and the New Apostolic Reformation. They discuss how doctrines of authority, submission, deliverance, spiritual covering, perfection, and apostolic oversight helped create systems where leaders were treated as spiritually superior and ordinary believers were trained to obey.  Pia shares firsthand memories from her time inside PDI, including her experiences around Larry Tomczak, C.J. Mahaney, Che Ahn, Covenant Life Church, and the internal culture of conferences, manuals, rebukes, deliverance teachings, and authoritarian control. The conversation also addresses public allegations and lawsuits connected to Sovereign Grace/PDI, emphasizing that these are not merely theological disputes but systems that affected real people, families, children, and survivors:

• William Branham and the roots of the movement  /  Pia's experience inside PDI  /  Derek Prince and the Shepherding Movement  /  Authoritarian leadership inside PDI  /  Fivefold ministry and modern apostles  /  Blind guides and spiritual control  /  From Healing Revival to Spiritual Covering  /  The 2012 PDI lawsuit  /  The real human cost of the movement  /  The doctrines behind the abuse."

YOUTUBE:  Chuck Smith and the Rise of Cover-Up Culture in Chrismatic Christianity  (02 March 2026)

"John examines the Paul Cain transcript involving Chuck Smith and explains why it matters far beyond a single conversation.  By looking at redactions, power dynamics, and historical context, he shows how indirect pressure and silence functioned inside charismatic leadership networks.  The episode traces a broader pattern of cover-up culture from the post-war healing revivals through later charismatic and apostolic movements.  Rather than focusing on individual sins, the discussion centers on how secrecy, authority, and institutional protection shaped outcomes that still affect churches today:

• Cover-up culture and why it changes people  /  Hero worship and the 'Moses Model' framework  /  Paul Cain's confrontation and a behind-the-scenes example  /  Sexuality, stigma, and how secrecy gets weaponised  /  Network connections: Church Smith, Lonnie Frisbee, Shepherding  /  'Partner' language, census context, and research connections  /  Accountability crisis and the 2007 'Day of Reckoning' era  /  Closing reflections on transparency and harm."

YOUTUBE:  How Charismatic Authority Replaces Christ: The Cult Leader Blueprint  (25 February 2026)

"John Collins and John McKinnon examine how religious authority can quietly shift from Christ and Scripture to a living leader, creating patterns of dependency that repeat across charismatic and restorationist movements.  Using historical examples, they explore how leaders construct public personas, cultivate spiritual indispenability, and position themselves as the necessary interpreter of truth, safety, and God's will.  The discussion traces how these structures form, why they persist even after leaders die, and how they reshape identity, belief, and community life.  By focusing on repeatable frameworks rather than personalities, the conversation highlights how control, pride, and misplaced authority distort faith and leave lasting psychological and spiritual damage, while pointing towards healthier models rooted in Scripture rather than personalities:

• Authority shift from Christ to leader  /  How cults form and replicate  /  What makes cult systems dangerous  /  Life after leaving a high-control group  /  Creating the leader's public persona  /  Wealth, image, and stage persona  /  Cult identity and psychological imprinting  /  Messiah displacement mindset  /  Rewriting salvation around the leader  /  Personal story: leaving and losing community  /  When the leader replaces the Holy Spirit  /  Pride, insecurity, and cult conditioning  /  Closing and preview of Part Two." 

YOUTUBE:  From Holy Spirit to Holy Experience: The Shift That Changed Everything  (23 February 2026)

"John Collins sits down with John Garvey to trace how revival culture, charismtic theology, and imported American movments reshaped British Christianity.  Together, they examine the early charismatic movmement in the UK, its theological weaknesses, and the subtle but lasting influence of Latter Rain ideas, prophetic culture, and worship-driven emotion.  The conversation explores how movements like Toronto and Bethel affected British churches, why prophecy and miracle culture went largely untested, and how music became a tool for spiritual manipulation rather than discipleship.  This episode challenges popular revival narratives and asks whether repentance, doctrine, and the gospel were replaced by experience, spectacle, and power:

• The Charismatic Movement in Britain  /  The 'Third Wave' and erased history  /  Weak doctrine of the Holy Spirit  /  Azusa Street and Gospel emphasis  /  Manufactured revival and emotionalism  /  Music, manipulation, and worship culture  /  The Second Blessing and Holiness theology  /  The Prophetic Movement and authority claims  /  Bethel, fallout, and modern charismatic crisis  /  Nationalism, revival, and cultural upheaval."

YOUTUBE:  Fire Baptism Past & Present  (22 February 2026)

"Fire baptism is not a new concept. Join us as we look back on the history of fire baptism."

YOUTUBE:  The Paul Cain Tapes: How Spiritual Blackmail Shaped the Chrismatic Movement  (26 January 2026)

"John and Charles examine a newly surfaced transcript involving Paul Cain and Chuck Smith that exposes how leadership power functioned behind the scenes of the charismatic movement.  The discussion traces how the same figures moved from Foursquare to Calvary Chapel, Vineyard, and ultimately the New Apostolic Reformation, carrying the same control structures with them.  The conversation explores how recordings, private confessions, and reputation management became tools for enforcing silence, shaping narratives, and protecting movements at critical moments.  By following the historical trail from the 1950s healing revival through the 1990s and beyond, the episode reveals how spiritual authority often operated less through doctrine and more through leverage."

The Secret Doctrines of the New Apostolic Reformation  (07 June 2024)

"For those that don't know what the NAR is, I will try to summarize it, but be warned, NAR is incredibly diverse ... NAR typically has all of these features: (1) Dominionism ... (2) Seven Mountains ... (3) Elitism ... (4) Spiritual Warfare ... [W]hen Pentecostalism had a second revival and called itself the Latter Rain Movement, they borrowed an influence from the British Israelism movement.  This was the Occultist Prophetess Jane Leade ... Leade was a follower of famed qabbalist Jacob Bohme, who believed that humans before the fall into sin had great power, and this was waiting to be restored to worthy elite believers though the process of alchemy.  Bohme basically believed fully restored people would become little gods, like they were before the fall ... Latter Rainers found Jane Leade's prophecies, and basically revived the expectations of the 17th century.  Latter Rain is not really a vital movement today, but it hasn't gone anywhere.  It ... rebranded into the New Apostolic Reformation..."

The Roots and Fruits of the New Apostolic Reformation  (Nov/Dec 2007)

"This article explores the idea of apostles in the church throughout church history.  In it I will show that the restoration/Latter Rain idea that fuels the NAR is unbiblical and dangerous to the well-being of Christians who become part of it.  First we will review how the early church understood apostles in church history.  Then we will examine the Roman Catholic Church's teaching about apostolic authority.  From there we will examine the ideas of a 17th-century mystic given new life in the Latter Rain movement, and now the NAR..."

Practices of the NAR

YOUTUBE:  Why Decreeing and Declaring Can Destroy Your Faith  (26 February 2023)

"Decreeing and Declaring can be hazardous to your spiritual health and potentially destroy your faith.  In this episode, we look at the dangerous practice of decreeing and declaring ... 'faith-filled words' enabling the Holy Spirit to work on our behalf is a counterfeit form of praying.  It is New Age.  It is witchcraft.  We ask in prayer - praying is asking God for what we need.  It is not 'decreeing and declaring'.  Our faith in God is not in our words.  What about those who are dumb - who cannot speak?..."  [NB at 26:50-29:39: clip of the false Word-Faith teacher Kenneth Copeland supposedly speaking the very words of God over Heidi Baker at a meeting].

YOUTUBE:  Che Ahn and Bill Johnson's Witchcraft  (29 June 2020)

"If your church copies what a wizard does and says in casting a magic spell in a movie, would that be a Christian practice?  If I change it into 'in Jesus Name' does that make it Godly?

NAR 'Apostles'

YOUTUBE:  The False Apostles of the New Apostolic Reformation  (06 February 2022)

"The 'apostles' of the NAR are false apostles.  In this video, we compare the definitions between what the leaders of the NAR call apostles and what the Bible says about apostles."

NAR 'Prophets'

YOUTUBE:  Randy Clark & The Modern Prophetic Mess  (26 February 2026)

"The modern prophetic movement is a mess because it's not from God.  In this episode, we examine Randy Clark's response to the Shawn Bolz scandal and expose the false belief that true prophets can 'make mistakes'."

YOUTUBE:  Charismatic Leaders Are About to Sue Apologist Mike Winger Over Recent Exposure?  (02 February 2026)

"Based on [1 Corinthians 6] Christians should never sue other Christians but of course we do not believe that Todd White, the leadership of Bethel or other NAR leaders are actually Christian, they are hyper-charismatic conmen.  They are the false prophets Jesus warned us about in Matthew 7 ... The pastor's job is to refute those who don't preach sound doctrine.  The doctrine is the real issue..."

YOUTUBE:  Shawn Bolz, Bethel, and the Prophetic Playbook Nobody Wants Examined  (31 January 2026)

"John, Brantley, and Awen examine the Shawn Bolx controversy by placing it inside the broader history of modern prophetic movements.  Rather than focusing on persoanlities alone, they trace how shared doctrines, training systems, and leadership cultures shape behaviour across ministries connected to IHOP, Bethel, and related charismatic networks.  Drawing on firsthand and historical research, the discussion epxlores how prophetic authority is cultivated, how critical thinking is discouraged, and why similar failures keep emerging across different organizations.  The conversation highlightes recurring aptterns that help explain why moments like the Shawn Bolz fallout are not isolated incidents, but part of a much larger structural problem..."

Bethel Redding Is A Shark Tank - Woe to Bethel!  (30 January 2026)

"During a 6-hour podcast, apologist and podcaster Mike Winger shared evidence he discovered during his year-long investigation into Bethel Church in Redding California's leadership for covering up propecy fakery and sexual harassment allegations against former minister Shawn Bolz.  We're reposting this 2022 article that uses shark tank to describe what many people consider a deceptive and dangerous theological cult..."

YOUTUBE:  Bethel - Regret, But False Doctrine Remains  (29 January 2026)

"In this video, we examine Bethel's response to the Shawn Bolz scandal and Kris Vallotton's sermon the previous Sunday.  Their response will not change much.  Bethel may have put measures in place to prevent another Shawn Bolz-type scandal, but due to their unchanging doctrines, they will continue in another form of abuse - spiritual abuse.  Furthermore, they have failed to warn about other wolves and will continue to platform wolves in sheep's clothing..."

YOUTUBE:  They Ignored the Bible for the 'Culture of Honor'  (28 January 2026)

Viewers' Comments:  "We're not asking that people be thrown to the sharks; we're asking that wolves be thrown out of the sheep pen"  /  "Bethel should close shop, apologize to the victims, pay then for their pain and suffereing, and never preach ever again"  /  "Can you imagine being so full of yourself that you call yourself an apostle"  /  "It's called the Great Apostasy for a reason folks"  /  "You don't reform Bethel, you mark and avoid!"  /  "It's like a demonic circus. How grievous that anyone would think this is of God"

YOUTUBE:  Shawn Bolz Is One Cog in the False Prophetic Wheel: A Conversation with Justin Peters  (25 January 2026)

"Mike Winger's recent video about Shawn Bolz has created a firestorm in the Charismatic Movement.  In this episode, Justin Peters joins me to take a hard look at the persistent and desrtuctive peopblem of flase prophecy in modern churches."

YOUTUBE:  Kris Vallotton - Gaslighting, and the Cover-Up of Shawn Bolz  (24 January 2026)

"A review of Kris Vallotton's sermon, in which he engages in gaslighting and provides cover for false prophet and deviant Shawn Bolz."

YOUTUBE:  Highly Condensed Kris Vallotton DARVO Speech  (23 January 2026)

Viewers' Comments:  "Kris can do a whole sermon about being called out, but he couldn't do a five minute warning about Shawn Bolz. It's not surprising, really, since he is a false teacher"  /  "When the narcissist gets angry for getting outed"  /  "And he immediately flies into self-pity, victim mode"  /  "Kris Vallotton is doing a really bad job at trying to protect a multi-million dollar empire. At no time does he mention the victims"  /  "It's very telling when a pastor uses the time in the pulpit meant for feeding the flock the Word of God and using it instead as PR and defence for himself and his friends in leadership"  /  "Can't decide whether he is a wolf or just a clown"  /  "Meanwhile, Bill Johnson is once again completely silent" 

Bolz Isn't Enough: The Deeper Rot Inside the Charismatic Movement  (21 January 2026)

"For more than six hours, Christian apologist Mike Winger methodically dismantled the public ministry of self-styled prophet Shawn Bolz, joining ministries like ours that have been exposing Bolz for years.  The expose was exhaustive.  The documentation was overwhelming.  The conclusion is unavoidable.  Bolz's so-called prophetic gift was not supernatural revelation, but cold-reading techniques, data-mining, and psychological manipulation cloaked in spiritual language..."

YOUTUBE:  The Puffed Up Prophets of the New Apostolic Reformation  (23 November 2024)

Viewers' Comments:  "I am so thankful for the word of God"  /  "Beyond the curtain? Is this the Wizard of Oz?"  /  "Three people had a glimpse of heaven: John, Steven, and Paul. And Paul wasn't permitted to speak of what he saw.  Anyone else is lying"  /  "Such things are not worthy of our time and attention, but God in His infinite wisdom and glory is! He is so perfect and beautiful and so full of wisdom and love, why would we waste our time on fortune telling and doctrines of demons?"

YOUTUBE:  The Dark Secret of Today's Christian Prophets  (21 June 2024)

"This is how a false Christian works and how prophets destroy the faith of the Church ... This is the story of a bizarre scam artist that uses cat p**p and psychic cold reading techniques whist posing as one of today's Christian prophets.  Chris Reed of MorningStar Ministries [EMcD: Rick Joyner's ministry] is a Christian false prophet.  Pray for him but mark and avoid this man..."

YOUTUBE:  The False Prophets of the New Apostolic Reformation  (27 February 2022)

"'To reject God's prophets is to reject God.'  This is a quote from NAR 'prophet' Bill Hamon, and this is what modern 'prophets' believe.  In this video we compare what NAR leaders say about prophets to what the Word of God says about prophets."

The Holy Spirit or the Kundalini Spirit

YOUTUBE:  Why THIS Can't Be the Holy Spirit  (28 August 2022)

"What we see in much of the Charismatic Movement today is not the Holy Spirit.  In this episode, we discuss some of the true and false manifestations of the Holy Spirit."

YOUTUBE:  Kundalini Spirit  (19 April 2020)

"The kundalini spirit is usually related to Hinduism but has been creeping into the Christian Church masquerading as the Holy Spirit on many occasions."

Thus saith the LORD,
Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way,
and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls
(Jeremiah 6:16)

© Elizabeth McDonald     https://www.bayith.org     bayith@blueyonder.co.uk