Ep. 138 – Deliverance Bible Church: Getting Into & Out of a Punk Cult w/ Jason Parr

from Growing Up Christian · host Casey Greseth

This week we’re joined by our new friend Jason Parr who spent 3 years inside a strange and insular group of counterculture Evangelicals known as Deliverance Bible Church (interview starts at 31:00 minutes). At the center of this unconventional church is a pastor by the name of Cleetus Adrian, a charismatic egomaniac who fancies himself some sort of prophet. If it sounds like I’m slinging mud right from the get-go, don’t take my word for it. Check out the links below for an article about about the church, as well as a bizarre video of Cleetus “rescinding the blessings of DBC” from his enemies. This is the first time Jason has spoken publicly about his experience at Deliverance Bible Church, and it’s no small thing to share the details of such a negative and formative experience. We really appreciate his willingness to talk to us and you, and we hope you enjoy the episode!   The Punk Rock Church That Could Be a Cult "Deliverance Bible Church cursing people in the name of Jesus RAW"

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jul 11, 2023

Embed this episode

Attribution link and audio player

Ready to play

Ep. 138 – Deliverance Bible Church: Getting Into & Out of a Punk Cult w/ Jason Parr

0:00 2:08:22

1×

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

No similar episodes found.

Similar Podcasts

On the Floor with Little Fern Little Fern Salon Step into the world of Little Fern Salon, where two hairstylists, Female co-owners, serve up behind-the-chair secrets every other week. From the chaos of running a business to heart-to-hearts with clients, nothing is off-limits in this unfiltered look at salon life. Expect juicy stories, unexpected twists, and a touch of drama, all served with a side of wit and style. Each episode is a reminder that no day—or conversation—is ever ordinary in our little corner of the world. XOXO, Fern Girlz Explicit Running In Slow Motion with Sidney & Tamra Smith You Hear Good Things podcast network Comedian Sidney Smith and his wife Tamra — a sharp-witted educator with a soft spot for flowers — team up to navigate life, goals, and culture at their own hilarious, at times, in-depth pace. They call it “running in slow motion,” and that pretty much sums up the vibe. This isn’t a marriage podcast (their union ranks a generous 5 out of 10, after all), but it is a refreshingly honest, smart, and funny take on relationships, ambition, and everyday chaos. From real talk to pop culture and unexpected interviews, it’s a joyride of relatable moments and laugh-out-loud observations. Explicit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Growing Up Christian?

This episode is 2 hours and 8 minutes long.

When was this Growing Up Christian episode published?

This episode was published on July 11, 2023.

Can I download this Growing Up Christian episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.

URL copied to clipboard!