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John Collins and John McKinnon dive into a complex discussion about the historical intersections of religion, politics, and power, tracing how these elements have intertwined to influence the modern religious landscape. Beginning with the roots of Christian identity and early fundamentalism, they examine how various revivals, notably the Latter Rain movement, laid foundational ideas that later influenced groups in the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). They provide insights into the darker aspects of this history, including the politicization of faith and the rebranding of ideological undercurrents over time, presenting a critique of movements that merge dominion theology with traditional beliefs.
Throughout the conversation, they shed light on figures like William Branham and Charles Finney, exploring how their teachings contributed to the Latter Rain movement and subsequent ideologies. The hosts critique the ways revivals can blur the line between spiritual pursuit and social control, citing historical examples to underscore the potential dangers of such movements. The discussion concludes by emphasizing the importance of discernment, encouraging listeners to examine the historical context of these movements with a critical eye.
00:00 Introduction 00:31 History of Christian Identity and Fundamentalism Fusion 1:05 Birth and Rebranding of the Latter Rain Movement 2:04 Examining the Dark Side of Revival History 4:11 Introduction of the Dominion Mandate 6:08 Government Crackdown on Pentecostal Practices 7:05 Deism and Rise of Pentecostal Revivalism 8:23 Christian Identity’s Influence on Government Opposition 9:50 Historical Fanaticism and Forced Revival 12:00 Misguided Revival Efforts in the 1940s 13:11 Latter Rain’s Influence on New Apostolic Reformation 14:52 Legacy of Spiritual Manipulation 16:35 Historical Revivals and Emotionalism 18:42 Jonathan Edwards’ Revival Concerns 20:58 Charles Finney and Emotional Revivalism 23:18 William Branham’s Influence on Latter Rain 26:11 Convergence of Apostasy and False Teachings 28:47 Role of Fasting and Spiritualism in Revival Movements 31:36 False Adoption Teachings and Joel’s Army Ideology 34:20 Criticism of Signs and Wonders as Validations 37:06 Roots of Modern Dominionism and Supernaturalism 40:03 Repeated Cycles of Revival and Control 43:16 Dark Foundations of the New Apostolic Reformation 46:07 Summoning Power and Spiritual Manipulation 49:52 Concluding Thoughts and Warnings
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