Is the UPCI a Cult - With Andrew De La Rosa

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962  Andrew's Sites: https://escaping350utopia.substack.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@escaping350utopia John invites Andrew De La Rosa to discuss the history and influence of the United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI), examining its doctrinal evolution and comparing it to broader Pentecostal movements. John shares his journey of leaving the William Branham movement and how he explored Pentecostal history to understand the similarities and differences between the two. Andrew provides insight into his upbringing within the UPCI, describing the rigid doctrinal rules and his personal journey of questioning and ultimately leaving the movement. They touch on the influence of key figures like Walter Martin and the concept of cult classification, analyzing how groups like the UPCI control information and behavior. The conversation delves into the historical roots of Pentecostalism, the rise of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), and the ways in which doctrine and rules have been adapted or quietly abandoned over time. They discuss the role of hero worship within these movements, the suppression of critical information, and the challenges of breaking free from ingrained belief systems. Both emphasize the importance of independent scriptural study and critical thinking for those questioning their faith and seeking truth beyond institutional teachings.