Kingdom Power vs. Holiness: How the Pursuit of Miracles Replaced the Pursuit of Christ

John explores the disturbing evolution of "holiness" from its biblical meaning to the authoritarian distortion seen in Pentecostal and Apostolic movements today. Tracing the thread from Frank Sandford and John Alexander Dowie through Charles Fox Parham, William Seymour, Chuck Smith, and John Wimber, he exposes how the theology of holiness became linked to pride, hierarchy, and unquestioned leadership. Through this historical lens, John reveals how the New Apostolic Reformation's obsession with "apostolic authority" mirrors ancient Gnostic elitism—redefining holiness as group loyalty instead of Christlike transformation. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of why so many modern movements repeat the same pattern of control, abuse, and spiritual manipulation, and how true Christian holiness—rooted in humility and service—stands in stark contrast to the self-exalting "Moses models" that dominate today's revivalist culture. ______________________ Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962  Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K  ______________________ - Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham  - Visit the website: https://william-branham.org