RE3: Rethink Renew Reconstruct

What does quenching & grieving the Holy Spirit mean according to scripture? Charismatics teach that questioning the different manifestations that go on in church is the fast track to grieving & quenching the Spirit, but is it true? Many people find themselves worried about being uncomfortable while others get “into the flow”, dancing & shaking - even screaming and falling to the floor....

Is the Jezebel spirit a manipulating, seductive demonic force named in the Bible Or is it another convenient false teaching used to control unsuspecting people that only appeared recently in church history? Many have been accused of having this spirit, leading to a lot of unnecessary harm in the church. In this episode, we’ll trace the history of the teaching to find out if it really is found in s...

How do you find a good church after being hurt, disappointed or even spiritually abused in an NAR/Charismatic church? After years of unbiblical leadership & false teaching, many have no idea where to start or how to identify a good church at all. It has to start with starting over. Learning how to think differently about everything, from biblical leadership to worship & everything in betwe...

Leaving NAR & charismatic teachings isn’t easy. Much of what we believed wasn’t what it seemed, and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. You ask a lot of questions, and that’s a good thing. While we try to keep up with them in the comments, some questions need a bit more time to answer - so let’s give this a try.

While abuse can happen in any church, the leadership structure in prophetic / NAR movement provides extra cover for wolves to hide behind. As recent stories continue to emerge showing patterns of cover up and abuse, it’s clear that something needs to be done. While there are many good churches with trustworthy leaders - the responsibility to protect the vulnerable falls to all Christians, not just...

Can the charismatic movement reform itself?  After years of cover up culture, false prophecy, and high profile ministry failures, we are right to wonder. Could the movement be fixed or is it too far gone?  If we trace back through church history, considering the roots of the movement & where it has lead itself it seems pretty clear that anything built on this kind of foundation was destined fo...

Church dysfunction can happen regardless of size or denomination. Over time a lot of small things can add up, unanswered questions and "rules", false teachings and more lead many to finally choose to look elsewhere for a church to call home. In this episode we'll meet Ronnie & Rose and hear a story that is unfortunately all too familiar. A church that honors leadership in unhealt...

Water baptism has taken on new meanings according to revival culture. No longer simply the first step for a Christian, now it can be used for many things - like exorcism, new levels & even healing - at least that’s what they tell us. But is this trend biblical? Or is water baptism becoming the “main event” of a revival service, a new & more exciting version of the altar call? On this episo...

How do you know if someone is a false teacher? The Bible tells us what to look for, but there are other tell-tale signs too. By looking at a few of the big name charismatic con men from history, we can see a clear pathology take shape that current day false teachers fit into perfectly. The reality is that these wolves in charismatic clothing are nearly all the same in the ways that matter - even i...

Cult-like charismatic churches are harmful on many fronts, but an often overlooked aspect is the damage done to the children. Indoctrination of all kinds of false teachings begin at the earliest ages, and cause long term harm that parents need to be aware of. In this episode we explore the kinds of long term harm children & families face when supporting the NAR/prophetic movement, and offer a...

Deliverance ministry as we know it is largely built on the teachings of one man - Derek Prince. Christians being demonized regularly, works of the flesh blamed on demons, and so much more.  In this video we begin where Derek Prince began in his newfound deliverance ministry. We’ll hear him explain in his own sermons how he perfected his tactics, and how his practice of deliverance evolved over tim...

Spiritual warfare is a popular topic in the charismatic church, but not always for the right reasons. While the Bible uses warfare language when describing the battle between the kingdom of God & the kingdom of darkness, we don’t see many of the practices of the NAR in scripture - so where do they come from? The truth is that a lot of “warfare” teaching in the church today is the doctrine of d...

Discerning false teachers can be difficult. What should we be looking at? What are the warnings that a teacher is in error? When leaving prophetic / signs & wonders movements, it can be so overwhelming it’s difficult to know where to even begin. On this episode we’ll look at some Bible principles to keep us away from the false teaching that harms us & we’ll look at a few common types of er...

Does God speak to us in dreams? If so, how should we interpret them? Should we interpret them? Should we expect it? Dreams, like many hard to explain experiences - can be difficult to discern. The danger lies in where we seek the interpretation. There are many books, videos & teachers that promise to help us interpret our dreams - but WHERE are the answers really coming from? If God chooses to...

Deconstructing from false teaching is a process. It can be overwhelming to sort truth from error, and many Christians leaving the signs and wonders/prophetic movement aren’t sure where to start. In this video we’ll touch on common teachings & terms to watch out for and learn to avoid in the future. We’ll also give a few pointers to get you started reconstructing a biblical faith in a way that...

When prophecy fails, breakthrough doesn’t come, your ministry doesn’t take off or the healing never comes - what are you supposed to think? NAR elite make claims that sound like all of those things happen for them, all the time. They tell amazing stories without receipts of course (trust me bro…) that excite us and keep us believing. But what happens when you realize it’s not going to happen for Y...

What can you do when a loved one holds on to NAR beliefs but your eyes have been opened? Dealing with doctrinal issues in close relationships like friends, kids or a spouse can be a touchy subject. Both sides believe they are seeing clearly, and neither feels they can compromise their beliefs. A wide range of emotions and stress on the relationship can easily drive us apart - but there is hope. On...

Altar calls are a staple of a typical church service, and have been for a long time. But it hasn’t always been that way. In this episode of RE3 we explore the origins & evolution of the modern altar service, as well as the danger & consequences to a church and/or pastor. With its history as a tool of manipulation, along with the excess and error seen in today’s NAR & Hyper Charismatic...

Join us in this episode as we delve into the complexities of NAR detox, exploring the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies this journey. From the initial stages of withdrawal to the long-term process of recovery, we'll discuss the steps you can take to navigate this challenging time. Whether you're seeking to understand the experience of a loved one or are going through NAR detox...

Leaving the NAR is a journey with a lot of twists and turns. What begins with one red flag grows until there are too many warnings to ignore. In episode 7 we interview Jason Walkerow, just 30 days into having his eyes open to the unbiblical teachings found in the NAR. If you’re just waking up to the truth or fresh out of this dangerous movement, this one is for you!

Legalism was the sin of the Pharisees, and it’s still alive in the church today. Not only in fundamentalist churches, even the NAR isn’t immune. While it may look different from one movement to another, feeling the need to “perform” good enough for God leads to a life of guilt, shame & condemnation that can take years to heal from. In this episode we touch on what legalism is, some ways that i...

How do you know if your church is being influenced by NAR teaching? In this episode, we’ll hit 8 of the most common telltale signs that you can watch out for. The NAR thrives in part because of a lack of knowledge about what it is and how destructive it can be. Eventually the ATMOSPHERE SHIFTS away from sound bible teaching and ACCELERATES into an extra biblical FRESH REVELATION fueled FLOW of err...

Worship encounters full of manifestations of the Spirit, are where lives are forever changed. So we are told. But do these manifestations prove that the Spirit is working? Do we really usher in the presence of God? Are Christians taught to be uninhibited in worship, and automatically accept that what we are seeing and experiencing is the work of God? The Bible lists many virtues & fruit that a...

Honor culture in charismatic/NAR churches is an unbiblical idea that originated in the 20th century, not the pages of scripture. In this episode we explore the origins of the “touch not God’s anointed” that began with the shepherding movement, and trace its evolution. By making connections, we can guard ourselves and our churches from falling under toxic leadership.

Episode 2 - New and immature believers don't yet have the Bible knowledge to separate biblical teaching from man made. How else can we explain why so many have fallen into NAR / Hyper charismatic false teaching? In this episode we'll look at 3 "prophecies" and see if there is really any substance. Discernment is the result of bible study over time, not a gut feeling that somethin...