bookshelf verticalI was visiting some friends in their home the other day. This lovely Christian couple asked me about the two books I've written. When I explained that the books are about the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)--a movement led by men and women who claim to be apostles and prophets that must govern the church and bring new truths--my friends expressed shock at the NAR's extreme and unbiblical teachings. They encouraged me, saying my books were important for warning people about this dangerous movement.Yet, as I walked through their home later, I spotted a stack of books. In the stack was the book Intercessory Prayer by Dutch Sheets.I was surprised.Sheets--for my readers who don't know--is one of the NAR's most influential U.S. leaders. I can't say for sure, but my suspicion is that my friends own this book because they may have bought into some of Sheets' teachings, not because they're just researching his views. (Granted, I own a lot of NAR books, but you can guess why.) When I saw Sheets' book I couldn't help but think of the irony that my friends had been so alarmed about NAR teachings--without realizing that they themselves may have come under the influence of these same teachings through their choice of reading material.It's not just these particular friends. I've spotted NAR books on the shelves of other friends who agree with me that NAR teachings are dangerous. I've realized that these Christians don't know the books are written by NAR leaders.Are there any NAR books on your shelf? Here's a list of some other books, written by NAR leaders, that are found on the shelves of unsuspecting Christians. Did I miss any?Popular NAR BooksThe Final Quest by Rick JoynerHosting the Presence: Unveiling Heaven's Agenda by Bill JohnsonGrowing in the Prophetic: A Practical, Biblical Guide to Dreams, Visions, and Spiritual Gifts by Mike BickleThe Power of Persistent Prayer: Praying with Greater Purpose and Passion by Cindy JacobsSchool of the Prophets: Advanced Training for Prophetic Ministry by Kris VallottonThe Seer: The Prophetic Power of Visions, Dreams, and Open Heavens by James W. GollSurprised by the Voice of God by Jack Deere

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