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The theology quietly staffing Trump's cabinet, and why it doesn't need to make sense to work.Dr. Keri Ladner studies the radicalization of the American religious right, from the Moral Majority to the New Apostolic Reformation. She joins Corey to unpack Christian dominionism, the Seven Mountain Mandate, and how movements with contradictory theologies ended up governing together.Calls to Action✅ Leave a rating and review: lovethepodcast.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Subscribe on Substack: coreysnathan.substack.com ✅ Watch and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion ✅ Share this episode with someone who still thinks "dominionism" is a fringe word.Key Takeaways:Contradictory theologies, same movement. NAR, Christian Reconstructionism, and neo-Confederacy don't agree on doctrine, but they've united around Trump and the belief that Christians are called to take dominion over government.The Seven Mountain Mandate isn't about church. It reframes government, education, and business as spheres apostles are called to control, well beyond the pulpit.A neo-Confederate is advising the Pentagon. Doug Wilson calls himself "paleo-Confederate." Ladner traces his influence in American Dominion, including his role leading prayer at the Pentagon.Dr. Ladner's advice is deliberately unglamorous. Vote in the midterms. Turn abstract political fights into stories about real people you already know.About Our Guest:Dr. Keri Ladner is the author of Endtime Politics: From the Moral Majority to QAnon (2024) and American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom (Bloomsbury). Her work has appeared in Christian Century, Religion Dispatches, and Good Faith Media.Links and Resources:American Dominion, published by Bloomsbury (also on Amazon, or ask your local library to carry it)Substack: "The Boogaloo," by Keri Ladner - keriladner.substack.comConnect with usSubstack: coreysnathan.substack.comYouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligionInstagram, Threads, Bluesky, X, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn: @coreysnathanPartnersProud to be part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts examining what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it."Just talk to people."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jeff Shepherd closes his mini-series with a clear, evidence-based theoretical interpretation of a developing global spiritual and legal framework. In this final episode, he assembles the full chain tying together the seven Noahide laws, the New Apostolic Reformation, the Kabbalistic concept of Tikkun Olam, and the doctrine of the Nitzotzot (divine sparks). Jeff traces how these elements interact — from their Talmudic and U.S. legal roots (Public Law 102-14) to the modern-day promotion of dominion theology and extra-biblical apostolic authority — and describes how this system could pressure Christian belief and practice. The episode identifies attractive cultural packaging (Tikkun Olam), mystical drivers (the Nitzotzot), and long-range strategic influences (Alice Bailey and Theosophy) that converge toward Jerusalem as a geopolitical and religious focal point. Jeff outlines practical red flags for ordinary Christians: teachings that elevate social repair or dominion above the finished work of the cross, language about an inner divine spark, extra-biblical revelation from modern apostles and prophets, softening of Christ's exclusive mediatorship, spiritual warfare models focused on territory rather than hearts, and untested adoption of Jewish mystical symbols. Listeners are given a clear call to action: hold fast to the testimony of Jesus, test every spirit, refuse any system requiring a 'mark,' and build resilient communities grounded in Scripture rather than apostolic networks. The episode closes on a note of confident hope, pointing to the ultimate victory of Christ, the reign of the martyrs, and the assurance that the stone cut without hands will shatter the opposing image. Jeff invites listeners to share the episode, subscribe for future content, and continue to read the Scriptures diligently like the Bereans. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically? Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com and click learn more. Use coupon code Summer50 for $50. value savings until August 31st.. Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the Faith
Bill interviews California Rep. Jared Huffman about his book, “No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism,” defining Christian nationalism as the fusion of fundamentalist Christian identity with Republican politics and a false claim that the U.S. was founded as a Christian nation. Huffman argues MAGA Christian nationalism is more militant and openly theocratic than earlier movements, is deeply embedded in Congress, the Trump White House, and even the Pentagon, and uses ministries and “biblically sanctioned government” rhetoric to push policy. He describes January 6 as a “Christian coup” shaped by groups like the New Apostolic Reformation and says Liz Cheney removed the religious dimension from the J6 Committee's final report. They discuss Christian Zionism's influence on U.S. Israel policy and how prophets elevated Trump as a biblical King Cyrus figure after the Supreme Court ruled for marriage equality in the Obergefell decision. You can get a copy of Congressman Huffman's great new book at your local bookstore or at Bookshop.org. Today Bill highlights the work of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. More information at AU.org .See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode Jeff Shepherd examines Tikkun Olam — the Lurianic Kabbalistic doctrine of cosmic repair — as the spiritual engine that, in his interpretation, undergirds a global legal-theological system he calls the beast system. Shepherd walks listeners through the origins and mechanics of Lurianic Kabbalah (Isaac Luria), explaining the concepts of tzimtzum, Shevirat ha-Kelim (the shattering of the vessels), and the Nitzotzot (scattered sparks) and how the task of elevating those sparks constitutes Tikkun Olam. The episode then connects that theological framework to contemporary movements and institutions: Chabad Lubavitch and the Tanya, the Noahide laws presented as the minimum tikkun for Gentiles, the reconstituted Sanhedrin and international Noahide conferences, and the shift of religious-political attention toward Jerusalem and reconstruction projects. Shepard outlines how the language of repair has been secularized and adopted by influential actors, including references to Nancy Pelosi's repeated use of the phrase “spark of divinity,” and traces where such language has entered public discourse. Shepard also compares Tikkun Olam to parallel streams—Alice Bailey's theosophical vision of planetary evolution, the New Apostolic Reformation's dominion theology, and charismatic movements promoting a manifest sons-of-God company—arguing these diverse impulses converge on a human-centered project to elevate the world prior to a messianic event. He discusses how that convergence can soften exclusive Christian claims about salvation and reframe Christian worship as the idolatry that obstructs cosmic repair. The episode explores the practical and prophetic implications Shepard draws from this convergence: the potential normalization of Noahide legal frameworks, geopolitical alignment around Jerusalem, and, in a sobering theoretical reading, the reclassification and persecution of Christian dissenters as obstacles to tikkun. He cites Revelation and other biblical texts as a counterpoint and highlights historical and contemporary evidence used to support these links. Throughout, Shepherd contrasts the Kabbalistic, human-driven notion of cosmic repair with the Christian doctrine of the finished work of Christ, arguing that Scripture offers a completed and sufficient restoration that requires no human elevation of sparks. He calls listeners to hold the testimony of Jesus, refuse the mark, and remain Berean in testing claims against Scripture. No outside guests are featured; this episode is a researched, interpretive message by host Jeff Shepard synthesizing documented sources, Kabbalistic texts, and scripture to present a theory about how mystical theology, political rhetoric, and institutional movements might interact in the coming prophetic sequence. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically? Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com and click learn more. Use coupon code Summer50 for $50. value savings until August 31st.. Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the Faith
In this episode of Straight White American Jesus, Brad Onishi sits down with Congressman Jared Huffman to discuss his new book, No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism. Huffman shares his journey from growing up in a devout Mormon community to becoming a humanist and the only openly non-believing member of Congress, and explains how the rise of Trump and Christian nationalism pushed him to speak publicly about the dangers of religious extremism. They discuss the New Apostolic Reformation, January 6, the religious forces surrounding Trump, Mike Johnson, the influence of Christian nationalism in Congress, Christian Zionism, traditionalist Catholicism, and why the separation of church and state is increasingly under threat. Huffman also explains why he believes saving democracy will require religious and nonreligious Americans to work together—and why, even in a deeply troubling political moment, he refuses to give up.
Today we're investigating the controversial concept of the "Courts of Heaven." From the legalistic strategies of the New Apostolic Reformation to the complex theological debates surrounding spiritual warfare, we're breaking down what it means to present a case before the Divine Council. We'll explore Robert Henderson's defense of his son, Michael Heiser's biblical scholarship, and whether this courtroom model truly aligns with scripture... WELCOME TO RELIGION CAMP!
Some defenders of the New Apostolic Reformation deny that it exists or argue that it cannot be identified because it is not a formal organization. However, books written and endorsed by the movement's own leaders openly describe the restoration of modern apostles and prophets, apostolic networks, apostolic centers, dominion theology, and the Seven Mountain Mandate. In this episode of From NAR to Christ, Dawn Hill examines published evidence from C. Peter Wagner and other influential NAR leaders. Their writings demonstrate that the New Apostolic Reformation is a recognizable movement with shared teachings concerning church government, spiritual authority, prophecy, cultural transformation, and modern apostles. Dawn concludes with a plea for Christians to test every teaching according to Scripture, return to the gospel of Jesus Christ, and trust the written Word of God as the final authority for faith and life. For more from Dawn, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/dawn-hill/
How did once-fringe religious movements gain influence within the Republican Party and access to the highest levels of American political power?Will Wright speaks with author and scholar Keri Ladner about her book, American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom. They examine the history and political influence of dominionism, a movement built around the belief that Christians are called to exercise authority over government, education, media, business, religion, family, and the arts.Keri explains the connections among Christian nationalism, the New Apostolic Reformation, the Seven Mountain Mandate, Christian Reconstructionism, neo-Confederate Christianity, faith healing, spiritual warfare, and the modern religious right. She also traces how these movements helped build evangelical support for Donald Trump and contributed to election conspiracy theories surrounding January 6.The conversation explores:What dominionism means within American ChristianityThe origins and goals of the Seven Mountain MandateThe New Apostolic Reformation and its prophets and apostlesBethel Church, faith healing, and the political power of worship musicLance Wallnau and the claim that Donald Trump is a modern-day CyrusDoug Wilson, Christian Reconstructionism, and neo-Confederate theologyPete Hegseth and the influence of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical ChurchesHow religious movements with conflicting theologies formed a common political coalitionThe relationship between Christian nationalism, white supremacy, and political radicalizationWhat American democracy could face if dominionist movements continue gaining powerThis episode offers an extensive examination of the history, theology, and political strategy behind one of the most influential movements shaping religion and politics in America.About Keri LadnerKeri Ladner, PhD, is a scholar of fundamentalist religion, American politics, and the radicalization of the conservative movement. She earned her doctorate from the University of Edinburgh and specializes in how religious beliefs and movements become embedded within American political power structures.She is the author of American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom and End Time Politics: From Moral Majority to QAnon. Her research examines dominionism, the New Apostolic Reformation, evangelical politics, Christian nationalism, faith healing, QAnon, and the development of the modern religious right.Get the BookPurchase American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798216275763
Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comWhat happens when Christians begin to believe they are entitled to rule over everyone else? Matthew D. Taylor, a scholar of religion and politics and visiting scholar at Georgetown University's Center on Faith and Justice, joins Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram to explain how Christian nationalism fits inside a much older story of Christian supremacy, empire, and political power. Taylor traces the pattern back to Constantine, Christendom, and the long history of Christians using Jesus to justify conquest, coercion, and rule. He then brings the story into the present through MAGA Christianity, the New Apostolic Reformation, the Seven Mountain Mandate, prophecy around Donald Trump, Paula White-Cain, Lance Wallnau, spiritual warfare, and January 6. The conversation helps listeners understand why Christian nationalism is not one movement, but a spectrum of beliefs and networks competing for power. It is also a warning about what America's 250th means if Christians try to restore the divine right of kings.Guest BioMatthew D. Taylor, PhD, is a scholar of religion and politics and a visiting scholar at Georgetown University's Center on Faith and Justice. His work focuses on Christian nationalism, religious extremism, Christian supremacy, American Islam, and the role of religious pluralism in defending democracy. He is the author of Scripture People, The Violent Take It by Force, and the forthcoming Defying Tyrants: Following Jesus in a World of Christian Antichrists. He also created Charismatic Revival Fury, an audio documentary series on the New Apostolic Reformation and the Christian leaders and ideas that helped fuel January 6. His research connects directly to this episode's focus on Christian imperialism, MAGA Christianity, prophecy, spiritual warfare, and the fight over America's democratic future.Book MentionedThe Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy by Matthew D. TaylorBookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9781506497785Defying Tyrants: Following Jesus in a World of Christian Antichrists by Matthew D. TaylorBookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798341900370Relevant Links & ResourcesMatthew D. Taylor Official WebsiteURL: https://www.drmatthewdtaylor.com/Support Sarah Stankorb's work and preorder Damned If She Does: Why Women Quit Church and What It Means for the Future of Religion, Releases September 15, 2026. Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798889837091Website: https://www.sarahstankorb.com/Support the showKeep the conversation going.Want to learn more about Faithful Politics, suggest a future guest, or connect with us directly?Visit our website:faithfulpoliticspodcast.comBrowse our bookstore, featuring books from many of our guests:faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/bookstoreSupport the show and help us keep these conversations going:patreon.com/cw/FaithfulPoliticsSubscribe for behind-the-scenes content, reflections, and updates:faithfulpolitics.substack.comContact the hosts:Josh Burtram, Faithful Host: Josh@faithfulpolitics.comWill Wright, Political Host: Will@faithfulpolitics.comFollow Faithful Politics:Instagram: faithful_politicsFacebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast
A Servant of Christ Jesus: The Gospel That Claims Your Life Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything | Romans 1:1 Romans begins not with Paul's accomplishments, credentials, education, reputation, or influence. Paul begins with Jesus Christ. “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God.” Romans 1:1 Before Paul explains the gospel, he shows us what the gospel had already done in his life. The gospel had taken a man who once persecuted the church and made him a servant of Christ Jesus. It had taken a man who once opposed Christ and made him an apostle of Christ. It had taken a man who trusted in his own righteousness and set him apart for the gospel of God. The gospel was not merely a message Paul preached. It was the message that had mastered his entire life. Listen or Watch Paul Belongs to Jesus Christ Paul begins by identifying himself as “a servant of Christ Jesus.” The word translated “servant” carries the idea of belonging to another. Paul was not presenting himself as an independent religious thinker, a self-appointed spiritual authority, or a religious free agent. Paul belonged to Jesus Christ. This is especially significant when we remember Paul's former life. He had opposed Christ, persecuted the church, and sought to destroy those who followed Jesus. But the risen Christ met Paul, saved him, called him, and claimed him. Paul's identity was no longer found in his religious status, personal zeal, ethnic background, education, or moral record. His identity was found in belonging to Christ. This directly confronts the modern pursuit of self-definition. People are constantly encouraged to define themselves by their desires, achievements, personalities, politics, careers, suffering, successes, failures, sexuality, or personal stories. The Christian, however, does not begin with self-definition. The Christian begins with Jesus Christ. Dear Christian, your deepest identity is not found in what you have done, what has been done to you, what you feel, what you accomplish, what you lose, or what others say about you. Your deepest identity is this: You belong to Jesus Christ. Christ is not a cruel master. He is the Savior who purchased His people with His blood, brought them into His kingdom, and rules them with grace, truth, wisdom, and love. To be saved by Christ is to belong to Christ. Paul Was Called to Be an Apostle Paul continues by saying that he was “called to be an apostle.” Paul did not appoint himself to this office. His apostleship did not arise from personal ambition, charisma, education, or persuasive ability. Paul was called directly by the risen Jesus Christ. An apostle was one sent with authority as an appointed witness and messenger of Christ. Paul therefore did not write Romans as a man merely sharing his private opinions or theological reflections. He wrote as one called by Christ and authorized to deliver apostolic instruction to the church. Paul's apostleship was unique and foundational. The apostles laid the foundation of the church, with Jesus Christ Himself as the cornerstone. The church does not need new apostles who claim the same authority as Paul, Peter, or John. The church remains under the apostolic Word preserved for us in the sixty-six books of Scripture. This is especially important in light of movements such as the New Apostolic Reformation, where some individuals claim to possess the same kind of apostolic authority found in the New Testament. Paul's apostleship cannot be separated from his direct calling by the risen Christ, his role as an eyewitness, and his recognition by the other apostles. The foundational apostolic office is not an ongoing office that must be restored in every generation. The foundation has already been laid. Christians today do not need new apostles or new revelation. We need the inspired, inerrant, sufficient, clear, and authoritative Word of God. The authority of Christian ministry does not rest in the personality, office, influence, or reputation of the servant. It rests in Jesus Christ and in the Word He has given. Paul Was Set Apart for the Gospel Paul also says that he was “set apart for the gospel of God.” His entire life had been marked off, claimed, and devoted to one message: the good news that comes from God. The gospel is not Paul's invention. It is not religious philosophy, political ideology, moral advice, cultural therapy, or a program of self-improvement. It is the gospel of God. God is the source of the gospel. God is the author of the gospel. God is the revealer of the gospel. God is the One who accomplishes salvation through the person and sufficient work of His Son. The gospel is God's message about God's Son for God's glory and the salvation of sinners. Because the gospel comes from God, Christians do not have the authority to revise, soften, reshape, or reinvent it. We must receive it with humility, proclaim it with confidence, and remain faithful to what God has revealed in His Word. Sinners cannot save themselves through morality, sincerity, religious activity, personal achievement, or self-effort. Humanity's deepest problem is not merely brokenness, disappointment, or a lack of purpose. Every person is a sinner by nature and by choice and stands in need of reconciliation with God. The good news is that Jesus Christ lived the righteous life we have not lived. He died the death sinners deserve, bearing the penalty for sin in the place of His people. He rose from the dead in power and reigns as Lord over all. The gospel is not about sinners climbing their way up to God. It is the announcement that God has acted in Jesus Christ to save sinners who cannot save themselves. The Gospel Reorders the Whole Life In one verse, Paul tells us who he is, who owns him, who called him, and what he has been set apart to proclaim. Paul is a servant of Christ Jesus. He is called to be an apostle. He is set apart for the gospel of God. His identity, authority, calling, labor, suffering, and mission are all defined by Christ and the gospel. The gospel did not occupy one small part of Paul's life. It reordered his entire life. This is where Romans 1:1 presses upon every Christian. What defines us? What owns us? What message has captured our hearts? Where are our attention, energy, devotion, affection, and obedience directed? The Christian life is not Jesus added to an otherwise self-directed life. The Christian life is a life lived under the lordship of Jesus Christ. We belong to Him. We are saved by Him. We are called to follow Him. We are sent to bear witness to Him. We are set apart to live for the glory of God. The gospel that saves sinners also claims sinners for the glory of God. Come to Jesus Christ Paul was not always a servant of Jesus Christ. He was once an enemy of Christ, a persecutor of the church, and a man who trusted in his own righteousness. But Jesus Christ saved him, claimed him, called him, and sent him. That is grace, and that same grace is the hope of every sinner. You cannot make yourself acceptable to God through your works. You cannot redefine yourself into salvation. You do not clean yourself up and then come to Christ. You come to Christ because Christ alone saves. Turn from your sin and trust in Jesus Christ alone. Rest in His perfect righteousness, sufficient death, and victorious resurrection. Be reconciled to God through the person and work of Jesus Christ. Dear Christian, remember who you are. You belong to Jesus Christ. You are not your own. You were bought with a price. Your life is not meaningless, and your identity is not up for grabs. Trust the gospel. Submit to God's Word. Rest in the righteousness of Christ. Proclaim the gospel of God. Live as one who belongs to the Lord. Continue Through the Book of Romans Explore every sermon in Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything and subscribe to the Servants of Grace YouTube channel for new biblical teaching. Explore the Romans SeriesSubscribe on YouTube
Should Christians work alongside Mormons, Roman Catholics, New Apostolic Reformation leaders, and others for political causes? Where is the line between prudent cooperation and compromising biblical truth?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I sit down with Pastor Anthony Forsyth to discuss the growing ecumenical movement within conservative politics. Drawing from his own experience inside the movement now known as the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), Anthony explains why biblical discernment matters more than ever.We discuss:Anthony's journey out of the New Apostolic ReformationThe sufficiency of Scripture versus modern prophetic movementsTurning Point USA and the challenges Christians face in political coalitionsCharlie Kirk's legacy and the evangelical responseHow pastors should think about political engagement without sacrificing theological convictionWhether you are involved in politics, ministry, or simply trying to think biblically about our current cultural moment, this conversation offers important principles for faithful Christian engagement.Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/00:00 Why Christians Cannot Abandon the Public Square00:35 Introduction to Anthony Forsyth01:54 Leaving the New Apostolic Reformation09:49 Dominion Theology and Political Power13:05 COVID, Church Closures, and Political Engagement20:57 Entering the TPUSA World29:35 What Is Biblical Cooperation?37:10 Where Should Christians Draw the Line?46:18 Charlie Kirk, Conservative Coalitions, and Discernment55:07 Final ThoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The presenters discuss the dramatic breakdown of the separation between church/religion and state in the US, especially from the 1980s, under the influence of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). The NAR is key part of President Trump's support base, and he isn't too shy to bring it right into the White House and the Government's policies, actions and public performances.The NAR is reportedly the fastest growing Christian extremist movement worldwide. Its followers believe that demons have literally taken over government and civil institutions like courts and schools; violence is promoted and even glorified as a way to get rid of them and to advance Trump's autocratic and narcisistic program.The NAR belief system has been described as a variant of fascism, with a focus on authoritarianism and christian purity as a prerequisite to establish god's kingdom on earth after an apocolyptic war between good and evil.Julia Conley in the New Daily on 9/07/2026: Donald Trump accused of ‘exploiting religious faith' over branded Bible profitshttps://decorrespondent.nl/ Rinke Verkerk & Rosan Smits: These Christians want to overthrow democracy all over the world. Thanks to Donald Trump, they succeed
The New Apostolic Reformation is sometimes dismissed because it is not a formal organization with official membership. Yet C. Peter Wagner, who coined the term, repeatedly described it as a movement marked by restored apostles and prophets, extraordinary spiritual authority, apostolic networks, dominion theology, and new approaches to church government, prayer, worship, and revelation. In this episode of NAR to Christ, Dawn Hill examines evidence from Wagner's writings and public teachings. She is joined by Dave Jenkins to discuss the differences between biblical apostles and modern apostolic claims, the danger of revelation beyond Scripture, the Seven Mountain Mandate, declarative prayer, apostolic covering, and the authority and sufficiency of the Word of God. Dawn also offers encouragement to those who have left the NAR or have loved ones still involved. There is hope in Jesus Christ alone. Christians do not need modern apostles, new revelation, or dramatic spiritual experiences. They need the Word of God rightly understood, faithfully taught, and carefully applied. For more from Dawn Hill, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/dawn-hill/
Jack LaRoche and Trey Grace spent Fourth of July weekend inside Intercessors for America's “Rededicate America” event at the Museum of the Bible, and they tell Travis, Liv, and Jake all about it. Intercessors for America (IFA) describes its own organizing model as “News. Prayer. Action.” In practice, it involves prophecy about the destiny of the United States, political prayer, and “spiritual warfare.” At the sold-out two-day gathering, Jack and Trey encounter “prophetic elder” Dutch Sheets, spiritual warrior Cindy Jacobs, one-man performer Rich Swingle, and American Idol finalist Danny Gokey. What does the event reveal about the current state of Christian dominionism, anti-CRT school board panic, anti-Sharia politics, covenant theology, vaccine weirdness, and the New Apostolic Reformation-adjacent prophetic scene? It turns out that self-described modern prophets are increasingly anxious about Trump's rapid aging and the lack of young people in their movement. Jack LaRoche https://www.jacklaroche.com/ Trey Grace on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/treygrace.bsky.social Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: www.patreon.com/qaa Check out our new podcast series network Cursed Media! All episodes of Spectral Voyager Season 2 are out now! Binge the entirety of Truly Tradly Deeply by Annie Kelly and Megan Kelly as well as Science in Transition by Liv Agar and Spencer Barrows: cursedmedia.net Produced by Liv Agar & Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe and Jake Rockatansky. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (instagram.com/theyylivve / sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (pedrocorrea.com) qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast.
The New Apostolic Reformation is a growing movement thatattracts many to its teachings and practices. While some deny its existence, others deflect whether it is an organization or a movement. Join me along with Dave Jenkins, as we discuss why this is a concern in the church today and what we need to understand about this movement. Dave Jenkins:https://servantsofgrace.org/https://www.youtube.com/@ServantsofgraceResources:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-dedicated-to-the-nar-deniers/id1535754914?i=1000574872079https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-gospel-nar-roundtable-deep-dive-part-1/id1535754914?i=1000664589060https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-gospel-nar-roundtable-deep-dive-part-2/id1535754914?i=1000665239731NAR Roundtable Part 3:https://youtu.be/9ESygzCRgKk?si=FlQ2HlAa40uP2XoEhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alexander-pagani-and-the-question-of-nar/id1757877739?i=1000662646159My info:Website: http://www.lovesickscribe.comSubscribe to my blog here: http://eepurl.com/dfZ-uHInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovesickscribe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovesickscribeblog
Dave Jenkins and Dawn Hill discuss the New Apostolic Reformation, prophetic culture, modern apostles and prophets, and the need for Christians to test everything according to the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. This episode addresses claims of fresh revelation, apostolic authority, the Seven Mountain Mandate, worship, experience-driven spirituality, and offers gospel hope for those coming out of false teaching. For more from Contending for the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/
The Supreme Court's narrow birthright citizenship ruling has triggered an extraordinary reaction from influential voices on the American right—and the backlash reveals much more than disagreement over immigration policy. In this episode of Axis Live, Brad Onishi, Annika Brockschmidt, and Matthew D. Taylor examine the response from figures including Kevin Roberts, Stephen Miller, Matt Walsh, and Joel Webbon, unpacking what their rhetoric tells us about the future of the 14th Amendment, Christian nationalism, and competing visions of American identity. The conversation explores why this legal battle is far from over and how the movement to redefine citizenship fits into a broader authoritarian political project. The hosts also analyze Texas' decision to mandate Bible readings in public schools, discussing the implications for religious liberty, public education, and Christian nationalism. Finally, they turn to a series of remarkable public appearances by New Apostolic Reformation-linked politicians, including Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith's declaration that Christians should "hate" what God hates and his attacks on Islam. Together, these stories reveal how increasingly radical religious and nationalist ideas are moving from the political fringe into mainstream American public life—and why understanding them is more important than ever. https://axismundinetwork.substack.com/ Listen to the Axis Daily Brief: Axis Daily Brief on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/axis-daily-brief/id1896931494https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/axis-daily-brief/id1896931494 Axis Daily Brief on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033zp4MbwXJvxp6MoDkmtj?si=a758e87169e74ede Axis Daily Brief RSS Feed: https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/1145852/s/400220.rss Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. Support independent religion and politics journalism:https://axismundinetwork.substack.com/ Donate today: https://www.axismundi.us/fundraise?hsCtaAttrib=215444059319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hosts Pastor Vincent Fernandez and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: Jael, email (2:42) - How should I handle conversations about the New Apostolic Reformation or deliverance ministry? How would you describe the character and attributes of Satan? Jennifer, AL (10:42) - Does a woman have to work or trust God to provide? Rebecca, FL (15:04) - How does a teenager who doesn't sin get demon-possessed? Will, email (20:48) - How do we be bold in times of persecution? Ben, NH (23:42) - How are we supposed to interpret the passage about the woman who gives her two mites? Have you heard about John MacArthur's book about misunderstood verses? Michelle, NJ (28:28) - Does the Bible say anything about cremation? Ashley, email (35:08) - How do you obey the Lord when you are struggling with anger? Patty, HI (39:33) - Is the Book of Enoch important along with the Bible? Holly, email (43:43) - How should I go about explaining what it means to be saved or born again to a Catholic friend? Larry, FL (46:36) - Does 1 John 3 explain that your spirit never sins? Chuck & Carol, email (51:32) - Was Noah's Ark capable of saving people who repented and wanted to be saved? How did people in other parts of the world hear about Noah's message before the Flood? Ask Your Questions: Call: 888-712-7434 Email: Answers@bbtlive.org
Host Jeff Shepard traces the occult roots and the theological drift from early spiritualist influences through Azusa Street into the mid-20th century Latter Rain movement. He explains how promises of spiritual awakening and Christ-consciousness were repackaged into new doctrines and leadership structures that elevated extra-biblical revelation above Scripture. The episode examines William Branham and his influence on the 1948 revival in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, outlining Branham's controversial teachings—denial of the Trinity, the serpent-seed doctrine, elevation of the zodiac and pyramids as supplemental scriptures, staged healing practices, and claims to prophetic authority. Shepard connects this stream to the development of the Latter Rain teaching that restored apostles and prophets could supersede Scripture and produce “manifest sons of God” who would usher in God's kingdom on earth. Shepard traces the Latter Rain's influence into the Voice of Healing movement, the Charismatic Renewal, the Word of Faith movement, the New Apostolic Reformation, the Seven Mountain Mandate, and contemporary Kingdom Now theology. He highlights how typological readings of Scripture, extra-biblical revelations, and elite apostolic authority led to dominionist ambitions and spiritualized eschatology that clash with clear biblical warnings. The episode cites key scriptural cautions (1 Timothy 4; 2 Timothy 4; Luke 18:8) about falling away, deceptive teachings, and the danger of seeking teachers who tickle the ears. Yet Shepard emphasizes hope: genuine seekers can still meet the real Jesus—illustrated by two children healed at Azusa Street—even in mixed environments. He urges listeners to test everything, anchor themselves in the unchanging Word of God, be Bereans, and cultivate discernment so imitations cannot deceive. Shepard previews continuing exploration of modern expressions of this stream in future episodes and closes with pastoral encouragement to love God, family, and neighbor while making a difference in the community. Thank you for Listening!. Prayerfully consider investing support to continue spreading the word. ZPlease like, subscribe and share. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes Keep the Faith
[2 Peter 2:1] There are clear biblical tests for true and false prophets given in Deuteronomy 18:18-22 and reinforced in 2 Peter 2:1. God protects His people by exposing those who speak presumptuously in His name, blend His truth with other gods through syncretism, or issue predictions that fail to come to pass. These ancient standards can be applied to the modern claims of new apostolic and prophetic offices, particularly within the New Apostolic Reformation; the church of Jesus Christ must reject extra-biblical revelation and hold fast to the sufficiency of Scripture.
There is a cult, Wicca, which calls their members Witches. There is a practice of witchcraft, the philosophy of which pervades all false systems of believe, Roman Catholicism, Name it and Claim it gospel, Metaphysics, New Age, Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, Buddhism, Scientology, Hypnotists, Psychologists, Baha'i, Islam, Hebrew Roots, Acupuncture, New Apostolic Reformation, Word-Faith, Seventh-Day Adventist, etc.. All these cults we've covered hold the practices and/or rebellious spirit of witchcraft. All are damned to Hell. Let it be known that the witch has no part in Heaven. If you are a witch, know that now is the day of mercy, if you repent, the blood of the LORD Jesus Christ will save you. Turn now from your wicked ways, for the day of wrath is coming.
There is a cult, Wicca, which calls their members Witches. There is a practice of witchcraft, the philosophy of which pervades all false systems of believe, Roman Catholicism, Name it and Claim it gospel, Metaphysics, New Age, Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, Buddhism, Scientology, Hypnotists, Psychologists, Baha'i, Islam, Hebrew Roots, Acupuncture, New Apostolic Reformation, Word-Faith, Seventh-Day Adventist, etc.. All these cults we've covered hold the practices and/or rebellious spirit of witchcraft. All are damned to Hell. Let it be known that the witch has no part in Heaven. If you are a witch, know that now is the day of mercy, if you repent, the blood of the LORD Jesus Christ will save you. Turn now from your wicked ways, for the day of wrath is coming.
In this episode (Mass Deception Part 3), host Jeff Shepherd continues the series by tracing how Helena Blavatsky's theosophical foundation was expanded and operationalized by her protege Alice Bailey. Shepard outlines Bailey's life, her channeling of “the Tibetan,” the founding of Lucifer Publishing (later Lucis Trust), and the organization's stated goal of preparing the way for a coming world illumination — a plan Bailey explicitly linked to influencing the Christian church. The episode explains Bailey's strategy for infiltrating Christianity: retain Christian language in public worship while replacing core doctrine with occult teaching. Shepard reads and examines Bailey's explicit 10-point plan to remake society and subvert the church — including removing prayer from schools, weakening parental authority, undermining the traditional family, normalizing abortion and divorce, promoting homosexuality through entertainment, debasing art, and using media and government pressure to create a one-world interfaith movement — and urges listeners to test these items against Scripture. Shepard also introduces Bailey's metaphysical system, including the Seven Rays and a false trinity that promises self-deification through the chakras, and links those ideas to modern religious currents such as the I Am movement, strands of Word of Faith teaching, and elements of the New Apostolic Reformation. Key biblical contrasts and scriptures are cited to show how these teachings diverge from orthodox Christianity. The host provides pastoral encouragement to anyone wrestling with these influences: if you seek the real Jesus, God meets you where you are, and the call is to be a Berean — examine the Scriptures yourself. Shepard warns about the subtlety of the deception, how it can appear as love and unity, and previews the next episode, which will examine concrete examples of how Bailey's agenda has already entered the modern church and identify specific movements carrying it forward. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically? Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the F
Jack LaRoche and first-time contributor Trey Grace go undercover on the National Mall for the May 17th Christian nationalist event Rededicate 250. This White House-linked rally features prayer, fasting, patriotic worship, shofar blasts, AI George Washington, and rumors about whether Trump might appear in person (he didn't.) What begins as a sweaty field trip through Freedom250 pageantry turns into a tour of the increasingly fused worlds of Christian nationalism, the New Apostolic Reformation, Silicon Valley-backed prayer tech, AI evangelism, and Trump-era state religion cosplay. Along the way, the episode digs into America Prays, Pray.com, Peter Thiel-adjacent religious technology, Brian Alarid's dream of praying for every person on Earth by name, Lou Engle and Dutch Sheets' spiritual warfare rhetoric, and the “Appeal to Heaven” flag as a Christian nationalist signal. Religious studies scholar Dr. Matthew D. Taylor joins to explain how NAR networks, charismatic prophecy, and Trumpist politics have converged into a movement that sees itself not as lobbying the state, but as reclaiming it for God. Also: The Great Controversy, the Freedom Truck, the “algorithm of liberty,” and the ballroom theology of Eric Metaxas. Matthew D. Taylor's Reckonings https://matthewdtaylor.substack.com/ Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation https://icjs.org/charismatic-revival-fury/ The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506497785/The-Violent-Take-It-by-Force Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: https://www.patreon.com/qaa Check out our new podcast series network Cursed Media! All episodes of Spectral Voyager Season 2 are out now! Binge the entirety of Truly Tradly Deeply by Annie Kelly and Megan Kelly as well as Science in Transition by Liv Agar and Spencer Barrows: https://www.cursedmedia.net Produced by Liv Agar & Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe and Jake Rockatansky. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (instagram.com/theyylivve / sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (pedrocorrea.com) https://www.qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast.
Welcome to Day 2876 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Progressive Christianity and the Northern Kingdom: A Repeated Rebellion. Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2876 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2876 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website theologyinfive.com. Today's lesson is titled: Progressive Christianity and the Northern Kingdom: A Repeated Rebellion. After the division of Israel, Jeroboam feared losing his kingdom if the people continued worshiping in Jerusalem. Rather than abolish religion, he reshaped it. He placed golden calves at Dan and Bethel and declared, “Here are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of Egypt” (First Kings 12, verse twenty-eight). He kept the name of Yahweh but changed the worship to fit political and cultural needs. Progressive Christianity walks the same path. It keeps the language of faith while redefining the terms. Jesus becomes a moral teacher rather than the risen Lord. Sin becomes injustice rather than rebellion. Salvation becomes social healing rather than spiritual redemption. Just like the Northern Kingdom, modern progressives offer a god who is familiar in name but foreign in nature. The First Segment is: “Open-Minded” Idolatry The people of Israel did not see themselves as rejecting Yahweh. They simply wanted to be open to other spiritual options. Baal was worshiped for rain, Asherah for fertility, and Molech for prosperity. The land was filled with high places, groves, and alternate shrines. In their minds, it was not apostasy. It was balance. It was maturity. Progressive Christianity mirrors this impulse. Its leaders are often proud to affirm all religions as valid paths to the divine. Jesus is presented as one example among many. Interfaith services blend Scripture with mantras, chakras, and meditation. This “open-mindedness” is not new. It is the same spiritual adultery that the prophets condemned as whoredom. God does not share His throne. The second Segment is: Pagan Intrusion in Sacred Clothing The Israelites introduced forbidden elements into their worship. They practiced divination, consulted mediums, and used cultic rituals they learned from their Canaanite neighbors. They may have justified these things as “spiritual tools,” but the prophets saw clearly what was happening. Paganism was creeping into the house of God. Today, angel cards, energy healing, astrology, aura readings, and manifesting are all being imported into churches, especially those influenced by progressive and New Apostolic Reformation theology. These practices are often wrapped in Christian language. They speak of light, Spirit, and destiny. But they are no different from the forbidden rituals of ancient days. Their power does not come from the Holy Spirit. It comes from the same deceiving spirits that always wait behind the idols. The Third Segment is: The Rise of Prophetic Theater In the Northern Kingdom, the prophets became professional performers. They declared victory and blessing without requiring repentance. They contradicted the true prophets, promising peace while ignoring rebellion. Jeremiah lamented, “They say continually to those who despise the word of the Lord, ‘It shall be well with you'” (Jeremiah 23, verse seventeen). Today's “prophecy schools,” such as Bethel's School of Supernatural Ministry, follow a disturbingly similar pattern. They claim to train individuals to “activate” prophetic gifts, to decree and declare realities into being, and to access heaven's secrets at will. But true prophecy in Scripture was never a skill to be mastered or a sensation to be invoked. It was a calling given by God to speak His Word with fear and trembling. At Bethel and similar movements, prophecy becomes performance. It centers on personal revelation, emotional experience, and “manifesting” outcomes rather than repentance, obedience, and holiness. Like the prophets of the Northern Kingdom, these teachers proclaim peace where there is no peace and glory without the cross. The emphasis on “prophetic activation” closely mirrors the divination condemned by Moses, where the divine is manipulated for human ends rather than received with reverent submission. The Fourth Segment is: Cultural Syncretism Rebranded as Revival Ancient Israel thought it could have both Yahweh and Baal. It thought it could use Canaanite worship styles to honor the God of Abraham. But Yahweh had already spoken at Sinai. His worship was not negotiable. Israel's attempt to blend cultures resulted in divine rejection. Progressive Christianity makes the same mistake. It borrows the language of self-help, the values of humanism, and the practices of mysticism. It attempts to wrap them in Christian terms, calling it “revival” or “awakening.” But Yahweh does not share His glory. He is not worshiped on the high places. He is not accessed through emotion, technique, or personal preference. He demands covenant faithfulness. The fifth segment is: The Prophets Were Never Popular In the Northern Kingdom, the true prophets were persecuted. Elijah was hunted. Amos was silenced. Hosea was scorned. They did not tell people what they wanted to hear. They told them what God said. The people preferred the false prophets who promised peace, affirmation, and national greatness. Today, biblical voices that warn against false spirituality are called judgmental. They are told they are stifling the Spirit. They are accused of division and fear-mongering. But their words match the prophets of old. God does not change, and neither does the nature of rebellion. The sixth segment is: The Consequence of Compromise The Northern Kingdom fell. Assyria crushed it, and its people were scattered. The fall was not just political. It was spiritual. The gods they welcomed could not save them. The prophets they trusted led them into ruin. God gave them over to what they had chosen. Progressive Christianity is on the same path. It trades revelation for reinvention. It welcomes what God forbids. It builds golden calves and calls them Jesus. Its trajectory is not renewal but collapse. A house built on sand will fall. In Conclusion The Northern Kingdom did not fall because it rejected religion. It fell because it redefined it. It kept the name of God while reshaping everything else. It embraced the gods of the age and called it progress. Progressive Christianity is repeating this rebellion. It is time to choose whom we will serve. For further study, consider these Discussion Questions Why do you think Jeroboam chose to redefine Israel's worship rather than abolish it outright? How does this reflect the way progressive Christianity reshapes faith today? What are the dangers of being “open-minded” about spiritual truth? At what point does openness become compromise, and how can we recognize the difference? How do modern practices like angel cards, manifesting, and prophetic activation parallel ancient forbidden rituals? Can these practices ever be redeemed or are they inherently incompatible with biblical faith? Why were the true prophets in Israel often unpopular and rejected? How does this help us evaluate popular spiritual leaders today? If the Northern Kingdom's downfall was theological more than political, what does that suggest about the long-term consequences of doctrinal compromise in the Church today? Join us next Theology Thursday to learn The Bible as a Polemic: Confronting the Powers that Rebelled Kingdom:. If you found this podcast insightful, please subscribe and leave us a review, then encourage your friends and family to join us and come along tomorrow for another day of ‘Wisdom-Trek, Creating a Legacy.' Thank you so much for allowing me to be your guide, mentor, and, most importantly, I am your friend as I serve you through this Wisdom-Trek podcast and journal. As we take this Trek of life together, let us always:
From the very beginning of the Bible, music is presented not as a harmless background feature of human life, but as something deeply connected to worship, culture, rebellion, and spiritual direction. After Cain goes out from the presence of the LORD, his descendants begin building the first city, developing culture, and producing the first human musician. This is the “beating heart” of the 7 Mountains Mandate from the New Apostolic Reformation. The first song mentioned in the Bible is the song of Moses in Exodus 15, and the last song mentioned in the Bible is the song of Moses found in Revelation 15. There is a soundtrack of the world that comes from Cain, and there are the songs of God that come from Heaven. If you are going to have the right music, then you need to find the right City first.“For he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God.” Hebrews 11:10 (KJB)
Over the past few years, there has been a mounting exposure of leaders within areas of the Charismatic movement, specifically those associated with the New Apostolic Reformation. In the midst of this, some individuals are claiming to hear from the Lord on the matter. One of those is Alexander Pagani, and he is stating that a spirit of Phineas is rising up to purify the body of Christ. Pagani states that those who have exposure channels are said to operate in this spirit. Join me as we review this latest video in light of Scripture.Resources:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-of-the-jehus-in-20-testing-a-prophetic-word/id1535754914?i=1000702841880My info:Website: http://www.lovesickscribe.comSubscribe to my blog here: http://eepurl.com/dfZ-uHInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovesickscribe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovesickscribeblog
Keri Ladner joins Frank Schaeffer to discuss her book American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom.They talk about how dominionist theology moved from the fringe into mainstream politics, and how that shift helped shape events like January 6th.Keri also shares her personal story and how it changed the way she understands faith.This is a conversation about belief, power, and where we are now._____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. The Gospel of Zip will be released in print and on Amazon Kindle, and as a full video on YouTube and Substack that you can watch or listen to for free.Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of The Gospel of Zip.Learn more at https://www.thegospelofzip.com/Follow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube.https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTubeIn Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast
Tracing the roots of Christian Nationalism and the New Apostolic Reformation is no longer a fringe concern. It has become one of the most urgent forces reshaping American political life, and most people still do not understand where it came from, how it operates, or what it ultimately wants. Keri Ladner, PhD, does. A scholar of fundamentalist politics, she has spent years tracing the theological roots of movements like the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and documenting how they moved from the margins of American religious life into the centers of government and policy. Her new book, American Dominion: The Rise and Radicalization of a New Christendom (Bloomsbury Academic, official release April 16, 2026), offers one of the most carefully researched accounts yet of how we arrived at this moment. Keri has been a guest on this podcast before. In our first conversation, we explored her 2024 book End-Time Politics: From the Moral Majority to QAnon, tracing the ideological line from Jerry Falwell through the movements that helped bring Donald Trump to power. I encourage you to listen to that episode. In this second conversation, we went deeper: into the theological architecture behind the New Apostolic Reformation, the manipulation of faith healing, the alleged sexual abuse inside NAR-affiliated churches, and what the so-called Seven Mountain Mandate has to do with your children's school curriculum. Why “Christendom” and Not “Christianity” One of the first things Keri established was her word choice in the title of American Dominion. She did not write “Christianity.” She wrote “Christendom,” and the distinction matters. “When we're talking about Christendom, we're really talking about power structures,” she told me. “The term has historically been used to describe the Church-State relations in Europe, particularly medieval Europe. What I'm trying to show is that we are looking at an age of very heightened Church-State relations, to the point that the church is pursuing a level of power that we have not seen really since the Middle Ages.” This is not a story about religion. It is a story about control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Part 2 of my interview with Matthew Taylor, we move from defining Christian antichrists to exposing the movements trying to reshape American politics and religion in real time. We break down the three major wings of Christian nationalism now competing for power inside MAGA: the Reconstructionist Calvinist world associated with figures like Pete Hegseth, the New Apostolic Reformation orbit represented by Paula White, and the Catholic reactionary lane often linked to JD Vance. Matthew explains how these movements differ, where they overlap, and why Donald Trump remains the central political vessel holding them together. We also look at the theological shift from the old “Cyrus” language to something much darker: Trump as a violent avenger, even a Jehu-like figure raised up to punish enemies and restore power. That change matters, because it reveals how MAGA theology is increasingly willing to justify domination, cruelty, and authoritarian politics in the name of God. If you've been trying to understand Christian nationalism, MAGA theology, religious power, and the spiritual logic behind this movement, this conversation will help connect the dots.
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Pastor Louis Florio—Lutheran pastor, former military intelligence officer, and police chaplain in Virginia—joins Chris to explain the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR): what it actually is, where it came from, and why it matters beyond the pews. Florio traces the movement's roots in the mid-20th-century Latter Rain revival, unpacks its core doctrines of dominionism and post-millennialism, and explains how its network of self-proclaimed apostles and prophets has embedded itself inside American evangelical politics largely without recognition. The conversation covers the five-fold ministry structure, NAR's proprietary Bible translation, its links to Christian nationalism, cult-like abuse dynamics, and the theological distance between NAR and mainstream Christianity. Florio also offers practical guidance for families navigating a loved one's radicalization, and closes with resources for listeners who want to track these movements.Subscribe and share to stay ahead in the world of intelligence, global issues, and current affairs.Follow Pastor Lou's Two Penny Blog at https://2-penny-blog.com/Follow Pastor Lou's police-related blog, Midnights LEO: https://midnightsleo.com/Follow Pastor Lou's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lou-florio-04475232/Support Secrets and Spies Become a “Friend of the Podcast” on Patreon for £3/$4: https://www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpiesBuy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/secretsandspiesSubscribe to our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dgFor more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.comConnect with us on social media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/secretsandspies.bsky.socialInstagram: https://instagram.com/secretsandspiesFacebook: https://facebook.com/secretsandspiesSpoutible: https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpiesFollow Chris and Matt on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/chriscarrfilm.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/mattfulton.netSecrets and Spies is produced by Films & Podcasts LTD: https://filmsandpodcasts.co.uk/Music by Andrew R. BirdPhoto by Win McNamee/GettySecrets and Spies sits at the intersection of intelligence, covert action, real-world espionage, and broader geopolitics in a way that is digestible but serious. Hosted by filmmaker Chris Carr and writer Matt Fulton, each episode examines the very topics that real intelligence officers and analysts consider on a daily basis through the lens of global events and geopolitics, featuring expert insights from former spies, authors, and journalists.
Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com*Note* Appologies for my audio, it was a bad microphone day! - Will What role does Christian Zionism play in shaping American politics and foreign policy?In this episode of Faithful Politics, Will Wright sits down with investigative journalist Kiera Butler of Mother Jones to unpack the growing influence of Christian Zionism—particularly within charismatic evangelical movements and political leadership. Drawing from her recent reporting, Butler explains how theological beliefs about Israel, biblical prophecy, and the end times are influencing real-world decisions, including reactions to U.S. military action in Iran.The conversation explores the divide within Christian nationalist circles, where some groups celebrate geopolitical conflict as part of a prophetic timeline while others reject intervention entirely. Butler also breaks down the rise of movements like the New Apostolic Reformation, the role of influential figures and organizations, and how these ideas are spreading from pulpits to policy.They also examine how changes to the Johnson Amendment, generational shifts among evangelicals, and the growing political visibility of Christian Zionism could shape upcoming elections.Trump's Holy Warriors Finally Got the Apocalypse They've Prayed For: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/03/trumps-holy-warriors-finally-got-the-apocalypse-theyve-prayed-for/Guest BioKiera Butler is a senior investigative reporter at Mother Jones, where she covers religion, politics, and the growing influence of movements like Christian nationalism and Christian Zionism. Her reporting focuses on how belief systems shape real-world policy and political behavior.Support the show
Shofars have been noted throughout the Scriptures, particularly in the Old Testament. They have served in specific purposes both in war and in praising God. These instruments are used frequently in corporate gatherings in the Charismatic movement and especially in the New Apostolic Reformation. Some believe that blowing a shofar expels demons, and many have used them in alleged prophetic acts, with the belief that angels are released and that the atmosphere is altered because of the blast from this ram's horn. But is this a Biblical use?Join me as we consider the use of shofars in light of Scripture and if Christians today must be using shofars. Resource:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-response-to-the-million-women-gathering/id1535754914?i=1000673820205My info:Website: http://www.lovesickscribe.comSubscribe to my blog here: http://eepurl.com/dfZ-uHInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovesickscribe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovesickscribeblogRes
Celeste Mott lives in New Orleans these days - a professional TikToker and practicing Witch who educates other new brooms on witchcraft. But once upon a time she was a UK born, Perth raised teenager whose love for Ann Rice's vampire novels saw her join a fan group. Little did she know she was about to get drawn into a predatory vampire cult. In this episode, Celeste talks with me about her experiences, the commonalities across all cults, and the ways in which New Apostolic Reformation-leaning evangelicalism resembles the darker aspects of witchcraft, but with none of the consent or ethical checks most witches take very seriously. Its a conversation I never thought I'd have during the days of my childhood, when "Carman" graced my playlist alongside precisely no worldly music. But the contents of this 'witches invitation' actually asks the question - where are the ethics in Christian and pseudo-Christian communities that lean in the direction of cultic and high-control group behaviour.
On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/17/26), Hank shares his thoughts on St. Patrick's Day. Saint Patrick was born a Brit in the fifth century, but when he was 16, he was captured by Irish pirates and taken to Ireland as a slave. After escaping, he later returned as a missionary. Although all analogies for the Trinity ultimately break down, Saint Patrick supposedly explained this doctrine by using a shamrock. Tradition credits him as the founder of Christianity in Ireland and its first bishop. Certainly, many came to faith in Christ through his ministry.Hank also answers the following questions:Have you heard of the New Apostolic Reformation? Are IHOP and Bethel Church in Redding associated with it? Ryan - Medicine Hat, AB (3:09)Can you explain the doctrine of predestination? Mary - Lincoln, NE (5:39)When we get to heaven will we remember this lifetime? Wesley - Gilmore, TX (9:44)Is Oneness Pentecostalism and its denial of the Trinity a heresy? Lisa - Richmond, VA (15:34)Could you give me some insight into the teaching of Ray Hagin and this idea of Afrocentrism? Shirley - Garner, NC (21:22)
Episode 2.90In this episode, Michael and Zach examine several modern Christian-adjacent movements and ask a clarifying question: Where do the real doctrinal fault lines lie? Rather than treating every movement as equally problematic, the discussion evaluates four key theological pressure points that historically define Christianity—the Trinity, the person of Christ, the gospel, and authority and revelation.Using those categories, the episode surveys four movements often associated with Christianity: Oneness Pentecostalism, Word-Faith teaching, the New Apostolic Reformation, and Seventh-day Adventism. Each movement is examined according to how it relates to the core doctrines that have historically defined the Christian faith.Oneness Pentecostalism raises fundamental questions about the Trinity by reviving a modalistic understanding of God. Some streams of Word-Faith theology introduce significant pressure on the doctrine of God and the gospel through “little gods” language and prosperity-centered interpretations of faith. The New Apostolic Reformation generally maintains orthodox Trinitarian theology but introduces concerns around ongoing apostolic authority and modern prophetic revelation. Seventh-day Adventism affirms many historic doctrines but raises questions surrounding prophetic authority and the role of the Investigative Judgment in shaping assurance.Throughout the conversation, the goal is not to dismiss entire communities or question personal sincerity, but to evaluate theology using the same historical standards the church has long applied. By examining where doctrinal shifts occur—whether in the nature of God, the identity of Christ, the structure of the gospel, or the source of authority—listeners gain a framework for understanding why some differences are secondary while others alter the foundation itself.The episode closes with a reminder: the presence of biblical language does not guarantee biblical theology. The real question is whether the central doctrines of Christianity remain intact.Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/oMjPjeiwrxsMerch here: https://take-2-podcast.printify.me/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stoneLicense code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8Find more Take 2 Theology content at http://www.take2theology.com
Holly Pivec and Doug Geivett on Two Decades of Tracking the NAR's Apostles and Prophets You walk into a church on Sunday morning. The worship band plays songs you've heard on Christian radio for years. The lyrics feel familiar, uplifting. What you don't realize is that the words you're singing were written to export a specific theology from a single church in Redding, California, one whose leadership claims direct prophetic authority from God. The church is Bethel. The movement behind it is the New Apostolic Reformation. And according to researchers Holly Pivec and Doug Geivett, who have spent over two decades studying this movement from inside Christian scholarship, it represents a radical departure from historic Christianity that is reshaping churches, politics, and millions of lives worldwide. I sat down with Holly and Doug on a recent episode of Cults, Culture & Coercion to discuss their latest book, Reckless Christianity: The Destructive New Teachings and Practices of Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, and the Global Movement of Apostles and Prophets. I've written about the New Apostolic Reformation in The Cult of Trump and interviewed researchers like André Gagné and Frederick Clarkson on these topics. Holly and Doug bring an essential angle: they are committed Christians sounding the alarm from within the faith, grounded in biblical scholarship and philosophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Sam speaks with Matthew D. Taylor, about the religious undercurrents underpinning this incredibly dangerous new war against Iran. Dr. Taylor is a visiting scholar at Georgetown University's Center on Faith and Justice. His latest book The Violent Take It by Force offers a history of the New Apostolic Reformation movement and its role in the events of January 6th. Then, she talks with Andrea Pitzer, author of One Long Night: A Global History of Concentration Camps (along with other books), about the plans to grow US concentration camps in support of ICE's ethnic cleansing mission. Resources: Follow Matthew Taylor on Substack and learn more about his work at drmatthewdtaylor.com.Subscribe to Andrea Pitzer's newsletter: Degenerate Art and listen to her podcast Next Comes What.TRUMP MUST GO NOW! Organize with Refuse Fascism at No Kings Day on March 28To get involved, text REFUSE to 855-755-1314 or sign up online, follow @RefuseFascism on social media (@RefuseFashizm on TikTok) and our YouTube channel: @Refuse_Fascism.Support:Subscribe to Refuse Fascism on Substackpatreon.com/refusefascismdonate.refusefascism.orgVenmo: Refuse-FascismBuy merch (Big Cartel)Buy merch (Fourth Wall)Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown
Matthew Taylor joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a scholar studying Christian Nationalism and his book about the New Apostolic Reformation: "The Violent Take It By Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy".
There's a growing movement within the charismatic and New Apostolic Reformation camp that we're hearing more and more about these days: deliverance ministry. If you've ever seen a video of someone practicing deliverance, or if you have a friend who's dabbling in deliverance, you might wonder if it's biblical, and if it's OK for Christians […]
John and Brantley explore how music functions as one of the most powerful—and least examined—tools of influence inside charismatic and New Apostolic Reformation-aligned environments. Drawing from firsthand experience at IHOPKC and decades of worship leadership, they break down how rhythm, tempo, chord progressions, repetition, and emotional pacing shape belief, expectation, and group identity far beyond lyrics alone. The conversation examines earworms, emotional conditioning, prophetic language embedded in songs, and how worship can subtly reinforce fear, dependency, and elite identity. At the same time, the discussion distinguishes between harmful manipulation and healthy musical guidance, offering insight into how the same musical techniques can be used to comfort, ground, and restore rather than control. ______________________ 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
When the history of this moment is written, Minneapolis may take its place alongside Selma, Stonewall, and Harper's Ferry—a name synonymous with resistance. In this episode, Matthew Taylor and Susie Hayward return to American Unexceptionalism to reflect on what has unfolded in the Twin Cities over the past two months: mass ICE deployments, escalating authoritarian tactics, and a powerful, community-rooted response. Drawing from the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul, they explore what frontline resistance looks like in real time, how religious leaders have stepped into both pastoral and prophetic roles, and why this moment feels like the full activation of both Trump-era authoritarian impulses and an American resistance movement finding its footing. This conversation serves as a postlude—and a reckoning—with the themes of American Unexceptionalism. Lessons once drawn from Sri Lanka, South Korea, Brazil, and beyond are now being lived out at home, faster and more intensely than expected. Taylor and Hayward unpack why Minneapolis became the flashpoint, how multifaith and multigenerational organizing has changed the terrain, and what these experiences can teach communities across the country preparing for what may come next. The message is urgent and clear: what's happening in Minneapolis is coming for the rest of America—and the time to learn, organize, and build the relationships needed to defend democracy is now. Dr. Matthew D. Taylor is a visiting scholar at the center on Faith and Justice at Georgetown University. His book, The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement that is Threatening Our Democracy (Broadleaf, 2024), tracks how a loose network of charismatic Christian leaders called the New Apostolic Reformation was a major instigating force for the January 6th Insurrection and is currently reshaping the culture of the religious right in the U.S. Taylor is also the creator of the audio docuseries Charismatic Revival Fury: The New Apostolic Reformation. Rev. Susan Hayward: was until recently the lead on the US Institute of Peace's efforts to understand religious dimensions of conflict and advance efforts engaging religious actors and organizations in peacebuilding. She has conducted political asylum and refugee work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and Advocates for Human Rights. Rev. Hayward studied Buddhism in Nepal and is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. www.axismundi.us Executive Producer: Dr. Bradley Onishi Producer: Andrew Gill Original Music and Mixing: Scott Okamoto Production Assistance: Kari Onishi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John and Jed examine how modern charismatic movements evolved into closed systems of authority that function like miniature theocratic states. Drawing from personal experience, historical revival movements, and recent scandals surrounding IHOP KC, they explain how unaccountable leadership, failed prophecies, and rewritten histories create environments where abuse can flourish. The conversation traces the ideological lineage from early healing revivals and Branhamism to the New Apostolic Reformation, showing how spiritual language is used to shield power, suppress dissent, and bypass accountability. This episode challenges listeners to recognize the warning signs of authoritarian religion and consider why these systems continue to repeat the same cycle of rise, collapse, and reinvention. ______________________ 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 Laura-Lynn examine the historical and psychological roots behind ecstatic manifestations in modern charismatic movements. Tracing the progression from early Pentecostalism and the Latter Rain revival through the Voice of Healing campaigns and into the New Apostolic Reformation, they analyze how suggestibility, music, group dynamics, and "impartation" theology shaped contemporary revival culture. The discussion explores historical controversies surrounding figures connected to healing revivals, the development of repeatable revival formulas, and how emotional escalation in large gatherings can influence belief and behavior. Rather than focusing only on present-day personalities, the conversation asks deeper questions about doctrine, mass psychology, accountability, and what distinguishes authentic Christian worship from manufactured spiritual experience. ______________________ 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
In this episode of the Westminster Effects Doxology Podcast, we examine the unfolding controversies surrounding Bethel Church, Shawn Bolz, Todd White, and the broader New Apostolic Reformation movement.We discuss allegations of cover-up culture, the recurring pattern of leadership scandals in Charismatic circles, and the emotional toll these situations take on churches and individuals.What does biblical discernment look like in moments like this? How should experience relate to Scripture? And what do these events mean for the future of the Charismatic movement?Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Overcast, and YouTube.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.Join the discussion at the Westminster Effects Green Room.Buy your guitar effects at westminstereffects.com.
John Collins and John McKinnon conclude their series by examining William Branham's adoption and "placing of a son" theology, tracing how it reshaped salvation into a two-stage system that promises future authority to a spiritual elite. They compare Branham's claims directly with Paul's teaching on adoption, showing how Scripture presents adoption as a present reality for every believer, not a reward reserved for an end-time class. The discussion connects Branham's framework to later charismatic and apostolic movements, explaining how delayed sonship, submission to spiritual authorities, and promises of future power became tools for control within modern networks often associated with the New Apostolic Reformation. By grounding the conversation in biblical texts, historical theology, and documented sermons, the episode clarifies why this doctrine represents a fundamentally different gospel and why it continues to shape contemporary charismatic culture. ______________________ 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 examines the real origins of the Assemblies of God, tracing its formation back to the 1914 meetings in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and the racial and organizational conflict within the Church of God in Christ. By comparing official denominational history with newspaper records and Pentecostal archives, John explains how white leadership separated to form a new organization while leaving critical context out of the modern narrative. The episode also follows the doctrinal and relational networks connecting Charles Fox Parham, F.F. Bosworth, John G. Lake, William Branham, and the Latter Rain movement, showing how revival circuits and apostolic networks allowed destructive teachings to spread. The result is a clearer picture of how early Pentecostal power structures shaped later movements, including the New Apostolic Reformation. ______________________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
Guest Bios Show Transcript In the wake of current exposés of supposed “prophets” — Shawn Bolz, Chris Reed, Todd White and others — many are rethinking the movement they come from. And they're questioning the teaching of churches, like Bethel, which platformed and covered for these “prophets,” rather than exposing them as frauds. Known as the New Apostolic Reformation — or NAR — this movement centers on the five-fold ministry outlined in Ephesians 4.
Guest Bios Show Transcript In the wake of current exposés of supposed “prophets” — Shawn Bolz, Chris Reed, Todd White and others — many are rethinking the movement they come from. And they're questioning the teaching of churches, like Bethel, which platformed and covered for these “prophets,” rather than exposing them as frauds. Known as the New Apostolic Reformation — or NAR — this movement centers on the five-fold ministry outlined in Ephesians 4.
In this special episode, Brad introduces an audio essay by Matt Taylor titled 'The Colonized God.' Taylor, known for his work on the New Apostolic Reformation, explores the complex relationship between Christians who are not Christian nationalists and Christian supremacists, who use Christianity to gain power and marginalize others. The essay delves into how different interpretations of Jesus' teachings can divide communities and the impact of Christian supremacy on contemporary American politics, especially in light of events like the January 6th Capitol riot. Taylor also reflects on his personal journey as a Christian amidst these tumultuous times and calls for a return to the core values of humility and compassion epitomized by Jesus. Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 1000+ episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163 Subscribe to Teología Sin Vergüenza Subscribe to American Exceptionalism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices