The Lovesick Scribe Podcast

Many have faced the difficulties of grappling with personal past beliefs and conduct within the New Apostolic Reformation. Some individuals may wrestle with guilt and shame for past involvement and things once practiced. Scripture is helpful in overcoming this. Join me in this discussion of overcoming guilt and shame post NAR and be encouraged. Dave Jenkins' information: www.youtube.com/@Servantso...

On Friday September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene touched land in Florida as a category 4 hurricane. What transpired in the hours and days to follow since has been unimaginable devastation in the Appalachian area of the United States. Historic and unprecedented and destructive flooding and mudslides have resulted in the loss of homes, livelihood, and lives for countless people. Prior to this disaster...

The Final Quest by Rick Joyner is a popular book among those in the Charismatic, as well as the New Apostolic Reformation. Joyner appeals to personal revelations that he received through dreams and trances, claiming that he was given insight into the last days and the battle to take place. Join me as we begin to examine this book and to test it in accordance with Scripture. My info: Website: http:...

**UPDATE** I want to thank the Lord and thank those who emailed Charisma. Within hours today, I was contacted by Charisma regarding this matter, and all of my old "prophetic words" have been removed! So, there is no need to email them. Thank you again! A few months ago, I addressed the issue surrounding the continued publication of my old "prophetic words" on media outlets, suc...

With the recent events surrounding online engagement and controversy in comment sections, as well as the disturbing incident at the home of Greg Locke on September 3rd, accusations have been launched at those who would call specific individuals' teachings, practices, and conduct into question. Statements by individuals such as Mike Signorelli are now being made that online opponents are accomp...

Join me as I have a conversation with Trish Santana, a friend and sister in Christ, who left The Core Group two years ago, and we reflect on her conversation with me from one year ago. This episode will hopefully be encouraging for those who have exited areas of this movement (NAR), knowing that there is hope in Christ in every season of life. Check out God's Fingerprints here: https://www.god...

Many of us have read numerous books discussing topics surrounding the prophetic, spiritual warfare, angels, demons, the miraculous, and the apostolic. There seems to be a never-ending stream of claimed divine revelation and insight from various leaders within the hyper charismatic and the New Apostolic Reformation, including The Passion Translation. Join me in this discussion with Dave Jenkins as...

Recently, American Gospel publicly released the latest roundtable featured in correlation with the upcoming docuseries, American Gospel: Spirit and Fire. This roundtable discussed the question of the NAR-New Apostolic Reformation and if it is a movement or a myth. Join me as I conclude a three-part series discussing main points noted in this roundtable, and I share some closing thoughts on the mat...

Recently, American Gospel publicly released the latest roundtable featured in correlation with the upcoming docuseries, American Gospel: Spirit and Fire. This roundtable discussed the question of the NAR-New Apostolic Reformation and if it is a movement or a myth. Join me as I begin a three-part series discussing main points noted in this roundtable, and we consider further information to answer t...

Recently, American Gospel publicly released the latest roundtable featured in correlation with the upcoming docuseries, American Gospel: Spirit and Fire . This roundtable discussed the question of the NAR-New Apostolic Reformation and if it is a movement or a myth. Join me as I begin a three-part series discussing main points noted in this roundtable, and we consider further information to answer...

Spiritual abuse is a difficult road to navigate, and it takes time to heal from what has transpired. Sadly, there are people who never recover from it. For those who have been affected by it, there can be the struggles of isolation and distrust toward other pastors and leaders. How do we find a church where we can begin to heal and to recover? What does Scripture have to say about the conduct of a...

According to numerous leaders within the hyper charismatic/NAR, a serious concern in this movement focuses on the practice of witchcraft. These actions range from alleging people praying against leaders in corporate gatherings to professing prophets and deliverance ministers engaging in activities that are akin to New Age and the occult. Leaders have termed this Charismatic witchcraft or prophetic...

With the recent events of July 13, 2024, surrounding President Donald Trump, numerous professing prophets are coming out of the woodwork testifying of their accurate prophecies and the "shot heard around the world". Some are ascribing Messianic Bible verses and specific chapter and verse numbers to Trump, and the prophets are once again telling the people to pray and to agree with what t...

There is a popular teaching among professing Christians saying, "Do not judge". There is a hesitancy among many to examine teaching and practices for fear of acting in the place of God with regards to judgment. However, those who call teachings within the NAR/hypercharismatic into question risk being judged as a Pharisee. Recently, a popular online minister, Kathryn Krick, ministered to...

Join me as I provide an update on the situation with my former "prophetic words" and Charisma Magazine, and we consider the Biblical test for a prophet. My info: Website: http://www.lovesickscribe.com Subscribe to my blog here: http://eepurl.com/dfZ-uH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovesickscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovesickscribeblog If you found this video helpfu...

There are various online prophetic schools and e-courses available for those who want to "activate" the prophetic gifts and even become "certified" as a Prophet. Is this practice Biblical, and if not, what are the concerns with this teaching? Join me in this discussion with Chris Rosebrough and Doreen Virtue as we discuss the modern prophetic movement, prophecy schools, and the...

With the rise of the moder deliverance movement, some will argue that Jesus gave us authority to cast out demons. More churches are embracing these teachings, but is this a Biblical teaching? Join me in this discussion with Pastor Jim Osman, author of “Truth or Territory”, Pastor Jacob Tanner, author of “Why Sally Can’t Preach”, and Doreen Virtue, as we compare the pro-deliverance ministry argumen...

Have you ever heard the teaching that in order to break the legal rights of the devil in your life, you must understand how to enter the courts of Heaven in order to plead your case? This teaching has been popularized by Robert Henderson, a self-professing apostle who claims to disciple and empower the body of Christ with the hidden truths of Scripture. But is this teaching founded in Scripture? J...

Have you ever heard the teaching that in order to break the legal rights of the devil in your life, you must understand how to enter the courts of Heaven in order to plead your case? This teaching has been popularized by Robert Henderson, a self-professing apostle who claims to disciple and empower the body of Christ with the hidden truths of Scripture. But is this teaching founded in Scripture? J...

One of the core beliefs within the modern deliverance movement is that of legal rights that is granted to demons by human beings. The belief is that committing a sin, even by an ancestor, leads to demons entering and wreaking havoc because they have been given legal access in the sinful act. Is this Biblical? Join me as we consider this teaching and what Scripture has to say about spiritual warfar...

Recently, Christian YouTube influencer, Mike Winger, released a 4-hour expose concerning the victims of Benny Hinn's organization. One of the areas addressed in this video was the evidence of Hinn's false prophecies. Join me as we take a look at Hinn's follow-up interview with Steve Strang concerning this, Mike Winger's video, and I share some things pertaining to my past affiliati...

Exiting the New Apostolic Reformation movement can come with a gamut of emotions and difficulties. The road ahead can be lonely at times, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Join me as I share some personal reflections in coming out of this movement five years ago, and we are edified and encouraged by God's holy Word. https://youtu.be/fC3XDgMsTmc?si=2Agbk_h5qN8abuyj https://youtu.be/u...

The teaching of spiritual covering is prominent within the New Apostolic Reformation. This teaching states that believers are to come up under a leader, typically an apostle, so that they can run with the vision set by that leader. By doing this, they will gain protection and blessings, and they will reproduce the spiritual fruit of that leader. However, it is also taught that leaving a spiritual...

What does it mean to be spiritually lukewarm? Depending on the belief, some may perceive it as not doing enough in order to validate one's faith profession, such as not praying enough, fasting enough, or not doing enough in the way of signs and wonders. Others may perceive it as not participating in activities, such as watching movies or television shows. Some leaders may use the term "al...

We live in a time when social media and digital technology is a prominent tool to disseminate messages as well as doctrinal beliefs at the touch of a button. There are drawbacks to such availability and power. There is reputable content, and there is questionable content flying under the radar of aesthetics with passable or recognizable terminology. There is now a rise in people wanting to build t...