The Lovesick Scribe Podcast

The belief in supernatural or pain free childbirth has been around for years. The claims surrounding this teaching tell women that Jesus Christ paid the price on the price for us to walk in victory, and one of the things promised to us is that we can have a pain free childbirth without complications and trauma. Words are viewed as a powerful thing, and faith is exercised in conception, pregnancy,...

Within areas of the Charismatic movement, there is a reluctance to call an individual a false prophet, even when evidence is provided to confirm this very thing. There are additional categories for prophets created within the prophetic movement, arguably convoluting the ability to call one a false prophet. What does Scripture tell us in identifying false prophets and false teachers? Is it loving t...

Declarative or decreeing prayer is a predominant practice within the hyper charismatic/New Apostolic Reformation movement. Those who hold to this believe they are using their God given authority to call things from heaven into earth. It is viewed as a powerful way of praying and getting results. Is this a Biblical practice? Join me as we take a look at declarative prayer and a tool being promoted...

The bride of Christ is a popular topic among some Charismatic circles. There are leaders who place a great focus on intimacy with Christ based on Song of Solomon, and this crosses into bed chamber talk regarding Jesus. Others present the bride of Christ as a warrior in combat boots. Is this a Biblical understanding? Join me as I discuss this topic with a special guest and friend. Resources: https:...

Over the years, Lou Engle has hosted numerous gatherings of people where the call to fast and pray is heralded as necessary in order to see the next great move of God. On October 12, 2024, Engle is calling for one million women to gather at the Mall in Washington, D.C. to pray and fast as Esthers in a last stand for America. Join me as we take a look at this million women movement, the undertones...

The Bible testifies of prophets of God and their words divinely inspired by God. Scripture also tells us at times of their struggles and their weaknesses as human beings. A newer teaching is beginning to emerge that those who would call themselves modern-day prophets need deliverance from indwelling demons. Do we see this described and prescribed in Scripture? Join me as we take a look at the beli...

Numerous self-professing prophets declared to know the results of the 2020 election before it occurred. However, not one of them prophesied accurately, resulting in much confusion and a massive blemish on the prophetic movement. A few of these individuals made public statements concerning their error while also stating that a false prophecy did not make one a false prophet. There were statements o...

Bringing Heaven to Earth is the focal mission of Bethel Church in Redding, California. Music is an important factor in achieving such a mission, as it is viewed as releasing Heaven's potential and possibilities in the world. But there are some concerns with what worship students are taught about incorporating worship music in church services and in the secular arena, such as the emphasis on vi...

When looking at the New Testament, we can clearly see instructions and guidelines for church order. One of the teachings within the New Apostolic Reformation deals with the new wine and the belief that apostles are necessary today in order for the church to advance. What happens when a woman claims such authority and preaches to a congregation about church order according to her leading? Join me a...

Your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. There is an increased focused on supernatural experiences within the New Apostolic Reformation, such as dreams and visions. Many will claim such experiences and may even view these as indicators of a deep fellowship with God. Join me as we look at some examples within this movement, Joel 2:28, and a view of such experiences in...

Join me as I look at some of your questions concerning topics and personal matters associated with the New Apostolic Reformation. Topics include prayer, tongues, deliverance, supernatural experiences, blasphemy of the Holy Spirit, life after the movement, and how to respond to family members who are still in the movement. Resources: https://www.forthegospel.org/listen/spiritual-disciplines-how-to-...

The teaching and practice of ministering deliverance from demons to children is growing in popularity, as videos surface online of such instances. This doctrine is being normalized among children who are exposed to the modern deliverance movement. Is this a new teaching, and is this prescriptive for addressing issues in the lives of children? Join me as we discuss the topic of children deliverance...

In 2017, I wrote a blog post and recorded a video about a prophetic word I claimed to receive from the Lord about the garden of Eden and how to deal with the serpent in our lives. This revelation came after a dream I had that seemed to bring on spiritual warfare. Was this truly a prophetic word? Join me as we examine this word more closely. Our "Messed Up Church" Interview with Dawn Hill...

There are numerous teachings on deliverance ministry. Many ministers holding to this belief may put a personal prophetic or revelatory spin on deliverance teaching. A recent teaching instructs people about what he calls "dusty demons". These demons are said to hide in the places in your life where you have not swept clean after receiving deliverance, and they cause deliverance to stall i...

The Bible encourages and comforts us in knowing that contentment from God is to be part of the Christian's life. There are times in our life that contentment can be difficult, and even temptations in this world can lead us to discontentment. Those who have come out of such movements as the New Apostolic Reformation may battle with finding contentment in Christ while grappling with Biblical tru...

The New Year is upon us, and prophetic words said to be from God for 2024 have been released by numerous professing prophets. From a prophetic council of elders and online influencers to lesser-known individuals, a wave of prophecy stamped with God's name sweeps through as it does this time every year. Are these truly words from the Lord? Join me as we take a look at a few of these words, and...

What constitutes a healthy church? When coming out of movements such as the New Apostolic Reformation, it can be difficult to navigate what are healthy practices and teachings according to Scripture. Finding a local church to attend is a vital instruction for the Christian. Join me in a conversation with Dave Jenkins as we broach this subject of healthy and unhealthy churches, and we discuss what...

In 2020, Kris Vallotton published a book and a workbook on the subject of spiritual intelligence. Over the past few years, he has also ministered and taught publicly about this same topic. Kris Vallotton says that spiritual intelligence is the ability to think and to know the thoughts of God, and this is possible by building new neural pathways. Join me in this final installment of our evaluation...

In 2020, Kris Vallotton published a book and a workbook on the subject of spiritual intelligence. Over the past few years, he has also ministered and taught publicly about this same topic. What is spiritual intelligence? Kris Vallotton says that spiritual intelligence is the ability to think and to know the thoughts of God. Join me for part 1 of this topic as we begin to look at the basic teaching...

There is a growing desire in many to hear the voice of God and to have hidden knowledge revealed. Talk of spiritual intelligence is now finding a path into the modern prophetic movement, and one of those avenues is through a business called Aqua Regia where prophetic reports are provided on both a personal and a business level, and another affiliated entity called The Prophetic Lab where equipping...

There is a growing desire from many to hear the voice of God and to have hidden knowledge revealed. Talk of spiritual intelligence is now finding a path into the modern prophetic movement, and one of those avenues is through a business called Aqua Regia where prophetic reports are provided on both a personal and a business level, and another affiliated entity called The Prophetic Lab, where equipp...

There are leaders within areas of the Charismatic movement embracing certain teachings and doctrine that correlate with the New Apostolic Reformation. Recently, Alexander Pagani stated that NAR is heresy and a doctrine he rejects. However, there have been questions surrounding his practices and online teachings. Join me as we take a look at some of these things in relation to Alexander Pagani, and...

Last month, The Domino Revival was released for a one night showing in theaters across the country. Statements and prophetic declarations were made before and after the debut that salvations, healings, and deliverances would take place and that as each domino falls, revival will spread. There was talk of mantles falling and ministries being birthed by watching this film. What is the difference bet...

The fire of God, no pun intended, is a hot topic in some areas of the Charismatic movement. From singing about the fire of God, to walking through fire tunnels and hearing leaders declare fire over a gathering of people, there is a desire to metaphorically burn for God. There are those who have sincere intentions in their desire for zeal in the Lord. Is this understanding of God's fire Biblica...

A well-known professing prophet claim to receive a dream from God for this generation. A deliverance minister claims new techniques and strategies are needed to set people free. Yet, the claim to uphold Scripture is professed. What is the difference between sola Scriptura and prima Scriptura? Join me in a discussion on this topic and why sola Scriptura matters. Dave Jenkins' YouTube: Servantso...