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John and Chino dive deep into one of the most confusing and destructive doctrines taught within Branhamism and Faith Assembly: eternal security—or, as many lived it, eternal insecurity. They unpack how William Branham and Hobart Freeman twisted the gospel of grace into a doctrine of fear, confusion, and control. Drawing from firsthand experiences, personal stories, and archived recordings, the hosts reveal how both leaders contradicted themselves, manipulated scripture, and redefined salvation to keep followers dependent on their authority. Together they examine how Branham’s shifting messages on salvation, election, and damnation evolved through the Pentecostal, Latter Rain, and Charismatic movements, shaping Freeman’s authoritarian theology. Chino shares insights into the psychology of cult obedience, while John traces how Branham’s legacy of doctrinal chaos still influences modern fringe movements. This episode challenges listeners to discern between faith rooted in Christ and fear imposed by cult leaders. ______________________Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR:Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________– Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org
John and Chino discuss what makes a true pastor versus a false one, tracing how cult movements like Hobart Freeman's Faith Assembly distorted the gospel into a "health and wealth" message. They examine how trauma from authoritarian churches shapes what people look for when finding a new congregation—and why "signs of a healthy church" lists can be dangerous when written by unhealthy leaders. Through personal stories and biblical insight, they break down why empathy, sound teaching, and genuine care matter more than charisma, claimed miracles, or titles like "apostle" and "prophet."______________________Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR:Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K ______________________- Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham - Visit the website: https://william-branham.org
The Gathering at Faith Assembly
The Gathering at Faith Assembly
The audio for this podcast is funky, rather than re-recording I went ahead and uploaded it as I didn't want to delay it by another month. I am dubbing this episode "a voice note from your older sister who has drama that has to be shared".Today's episode will be over Indiana's most notorious cults. We'll be taking deep dives into the People's Temple, Faith Assembly, Faithhaven Baptist Church, and Brown County's very own Faith of the Holy Light.
Pastor Johnnie Wilson and his wife, Jamee, moved to Orlando in 1996 to serve as Youth Pastors at Faith Assembly, where they founded "Mainstream Orlando," a ministry that grew to over 1,500 students and young adults weekly. After 25 years of dedicated service, including time as Executive Pastor, Pastor Johnnie was unanimously elected Lead Pastor in 2021. The Wilsons, married since 1991, have five adult children and two Bernese mountain dogs, Blu and KC. CONNECT: Text “BRBELONG” to 651-419-4409 DONATE: bethelsrock.org/give LEARN MORE: bethelsrock.org
Faith Assembly of God
Faith Assembly of God
Faith Assembly of God
Guests: John Dreher & Sydney JamesChurch/Ministry: Faith Worship Arts (an arm of Faith Assembly in Orlando, FL)Song: Hark (Hear the Angels Sing)Website: (Instagram) @faithworshiparts, (Facebook) fwaorlando
Guests: John Dreher & Sydney JamesChurch/Ministry: Faith Worship Arts (an arm of Faith Assembly in Orlando, FL)Song: Hark (Hear the Angels Sing)Website: (Instagram) @faithworshiparts, (Facebook) fwaorlando
Faith Assembly of God
Faith Assembly of God
Faith Assembly of God
Faith Assembly of God