Reporting on the Rise of ‘Reckless Christianity’

Responding biblically to the worldwide prophets and apostles movement taking over churches (the New Apostolic Reformation)

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Don't let this be your kid: disturbing video of girl from Bethel Church in Redding, Calif.

I frequently hear from Christians who are concerned that their child has gotten involved with Bethel Church in Redding, California. If you don't know, Bethel Redding is one of the most influential organizations in the controversial New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) movement and is led by the NAR apostle Bill Johnson. It's also one of the most popular churches in the United States, and young people are being drawn to it in droves.

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The West Coast continues to 'rumble'--Night 53

Today will mark Night 53 of the "West Coast Rumble"--a revival that broke out at churches in Seattle and San Diego. Meetings are characterized by claims of miraculous healings and angelic visitations. The revival is connected to the Azusa Now rally held at the Los Angeles Coliseum on April 9--an event that drew over 56,000 participants.

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Yes, Bethel Redding and Bill Johnson are part of the New Apostolic Reformation

Following Christianity Today's recent cover story on Bethel Church in Redding, California, I've been contacted by people wondering about Bill Johnson's statements made in that article distancing himself from the New Apostolic Reformation.

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Brain Stopper No. 5: Bill Johnson's Book Ban

One brain stopper, I call the "Book Ban," is employed by Bill Johnson--senior pastor and NAR apostle over Bethel Church in Redding, California. Johnson tells his readers not to read books that are critical of teachings he promotes. He does this in his popular book When Heaven Invades Earth: A Practical Guide to a Life of Miracles.

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