Weaponized Religion: Pentecostalism to NAR

John Collins and John McKinnon examine why people remain loyal to prophetic movements even after clear failures, contradictions, and broken predictions. They trace how false prophecy becomes tied to identity, belonging, pride, sacrifice, and fear, making it emotionally and socially costly for followers to walk away. They also connect those patterns to modern charismatic and apostolic culture, showing how failed predictions, special revelation claims, church isolation, and leader-centered authority can keep entire groups locked into error. The discussion explores William Branham, the Message, and the wider environment that helped shape later movements built on prophetic certainty and spiritual elitism. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon examine why high-control religious movements often grow stronger after prophetic failure instead of collapsing. Using William Branham as a central case study, they explore how failed predictions, group conditioning, and public commitment can keep followers loyal even when the facts no longer support the claims. The discussion also connects Branham's movement to a wider pattern seen in Adventism, Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormonism, and other prophecy-driven groups. Along the way, John and John trace how cognitive dissonance, fear, social bonds, and reinterpretation of failed predictions can preserve unhealthy systems long after their central claims have been disproven. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon break down how miracle-claims can function as "immunity shields" that protect leaders from scrutiny, shifting authority from Scripture to spectacle. Using William Branham's own statements as a case study, they trace how signs-and-wonders language can be used to dodge correction, redefine "touch not God's anointed," and train followers to treat questioning the leader as questioning God. They also unpack how "fruit" gets swapped with measurable results (crowds, conferences, healings) and how movements keep people on a replay loop by constantly rehashing past glory stories. The episode ends by mapping these same dynamics onto modern charismatic/NAR ecosystems and outlining practical ways to test claims, weigh doctrine, and resist leader-centered devotion. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon continue their series on how high-control religious movements form, focusing on the role of self-promotion in shaping cult leadership. They examine how repeated miracle stories, prophetic claims, and dramatic testimonies can gradually replace biblical authority with loyalty to a personality. Drawing from examples such as William Branham, John Alexander Dowie, Charles Taze Russell, Joseph Smith, William Souders, and Jim Jones, they explore the recurring pattern of leaders elevating personal experiences into public credentials. The discussion also analyzes the psychological mechanics behind repetition, emotional storytelling, and exaggerated claims—especially surrounding Branham's India trip and shifting prophecy narratives. By tracing how failed predictions are reframed and normalized, the episode highlights why critical thinking and historical scrutiny are essential safeguards for Christians navigating modern charismatic and prophetic movements. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon examine how cults actually form—not through sudden extremism, but through slow, almost invisible shifts in authority, belief, and loyalty. Drawing from personal experience and historical research, they explain how sincere leaders can gradually evolve into unaccountable figures, and why followers rarely notice the transition as it happens. Using William Branham and other high-control movements as case studies, the discussion explores how origin stories, trauma narratives, signs and wonders, and claims of divine calling replace biblical accountability and center faith on a living leader. The result is a system where mythology overtakes truth, questioning becomes spiritual failure, and devotion to a man eclipses the gospel itself. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon examine how religious authority can quietly shift from Christ and Scripture to a living leader, creating patterns of dependency that repeat across charismatic and restorationist movements. Using historical examples, they explore how leaders construct public personas, cultivate spiritual indispensability, and position themselves as the necessary interpreter of truth, safety, and God's will. The discussion traces how these structures form, why they persist even after leaders die, and how they reshape identity, belief, and community life. By focusing on repeatable frameworks rather than personalities, the conversation highlights how control, pride, and misplaced authority distort faith and leave lasting psychological and spiritual damage, while pointing toward healthier models rooted in Scripture rather than personalities. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon conclude their series by examining William Branham's adoption and "placing of a son" theology, tracing how it reshaped salvation into a two-stage system that promises future authority to a spiritual elite. They compare Branham's claims directly with Paul's teaching on adoption, showing how Scripture presents adoption as a present reality for every believer, not a reward reserved for an end-time class. The discussion connects Branham's framework to later charismatic and apostolic movements, explaining how delayed sonship, submission to spiritual authorities, and promises of future power became tools for control within modern networks often associated with the New Apostolic Reformation. By grounding the conversation in biblical texts, historical theology, and documented sermons, the episode clarifies why this doctrine represents a fundamentally different gospel and why it continues to shape contemporary charismatic 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

John unpacks the hidden spiritualist foundations behind William Branham’s ministry and how those same occult practices evolved into the New Apostolic Reformation’s “spiritual warfare” theology. Drawing connections from John Alexander Dowie to the Latter Rain and Pentecostal movements, he exposes how loaded language, trances, and “prophetic” manifestations masked practices rooted in mediumship and communication with the dead. This episode dives deep into how deception, altered states, and false authority blurred the line between Christianity and the occult—creating one of the most dangerous theological systems in modern times. ______________________ 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

John and Brantley discuss the history and theology behind dominionism, tracing how ideas about spiritual authority, governance, and cultural control developed within modern Christian movements. Drawing from personal experience, historical research, and biblical reflection, they explore how dominion theology reframes faith from trust in Christ's completed work into a mandate for human action, power, and control. The conversation examines the roots of dominionist thinking, its connection to movements like the Latter Rain and the New Apostolic Reformation, and why these ideas continue to shape church culture, politics, worship, and prayer language. Rather than focusing on slogans or personalities, John and Brantley explain how dominion theology functions, why it appeals to believers, and where it departs from the example and teachings of Jesus. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon examine how William Branham's teaching on adoption, authority, and "reading between the lines" laid conceptual groundwork later echoed in the New Apostolic Reformation. By tracing Branham's reinterpretation of Scripture, Roman adoption customs, and claims of hidden revelation, they show how extra-biblical theology quietly reappears today under new language such as fresh revelation, spiritual downloads, and apostolic authority. The discussion contrasts Paul's clear teaching on adoption as a finished act in Christ with Branham's two-stage model that promotes elite believers, future authority, and spiritual hierarchy. The episode also addresses the psychological and spiritual harm this framework causes, especially for survivors of high-control movements, and explains why these ideas continue to resurface in modern charismatic and apostolic streams. ______________________ 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 - Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ - Visit the website: https://william-branham.org - Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg - Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham - Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr - Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

John and John McKinnon examine how certain modern Christian teachings redefine salvation, adoption, and spiritual authority. Together they contrast biblical teaching on grace, adoption, and human inability with systems that emphasize pre-existence, spiritual hierarchy, and dominion, showing how these ideas reshape the starting point of the gospel. The discussion traces how language about power, manifestation, and authority replaces repentance, redemption, and resurrection, and why Scripture consistently presents salvation as God's work from beginning to end. By grounding the conversation in clear biblical texts, this episode helps listeners discern the difference between adoption by grace and systems that promise elevation through spiritual status. ______________________ 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

John traces the long, unsettling history behind today's "Army of God" and Seven Mountains language, showing how Christian Identity, British Israelism, and early twentieth-century revival movements shaped the way many believers now talk about nations, elections, and prophecy. Walking through old sermons, newspapers, and political campaigns, he explains why it only feels like things are worse today, and how earlier generations used the same fear-based apocalyptic narratives around leaders, wars, and "holy nations" that we see recycled in modern prophetic politics. From King Cyrus rhetoric around presidents to end-times math, dominion language, and the blending of pulpit and campaign stage, John invites listeners to step back and examine where these ideas came from and what they do to real people and real countries. This journey through overlooked history is meant to equip thoughtful Christians, former members of high-control movements, and anyone watching the New ______________________ 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

John and John examine how twentieth-century revivalism helped construct the theological architecture behind today's apostolic networks. They trace how Branham's teachings--especially his denial of Christ's deity and promotion of adoption mysticism--created the framework later movements like the Latter Rain, Word-of-Faith, and NAR would amplify. The conversation highlights how these systems subtly redefine Jesus, elevate prophetic authority, and reshape Christianity into a hierarchy of "initiated" believers while retaining the language of orthodoxy. By exposing connections between Branham, Gordon Lindsay, British Israelism, and modern charismatic governance structures, they show how historic heresies continue to shape contemporary supernaturalism and distort the gospel.

John explores how modern prophetic leaders such as Cindy Jacobs trace directly back to the numerology-driven theology of William Branham, Gordon Lindsay, and the Voice of Healing movement. The episode unpacks how Jacobs’ 5777 prophecy, her connection to the International Coalition of Apostles, and her political messaging around Donald Trump mirror the same manipulative patterns embedded in early Latter Rain teachings. John explains that these networks merge fortune-telling techniques, authoritarian apostolic structures, and political propaganda into a system designed to influence followers through confusing numerology and claims of divine insight. By tracing Jacobs’ involvement with Christ for the Nations and her reliance on later-rain numerological frameworks, the episode shows how today’s NAR “prophecies” are recycled patterns from Branham-era cult dynamics rather than authentic expressions of biblical prophecy. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon explore the destructive evolution of William Branham’s “little gods” doctrine and how it reshaped the nature of Jesus into something unrecognizable to historic Christianity. They trace how Branham’s shifting revelations, internal contradictions, and reliance on mystery-language gradually moved his followers into Arianism and deep theological confusion, creating a belief system where multiple versions of Jesus circulated at the same time. This discussion highlights how these teachings fractured families, eroded biblical clarity, and set the stage for modern charismatic excesses rooted in Branham’s ideas. Together they examine the internal logic of the doctrine, the manipulation of John 1:1, the diminishing of Christ’s deity, and the way Branham’s ideas empowered authoritarian leadership models that continue into today’s New Apostolic Reformation. With careful clarity, they unpack how these heresies developed, why they were historically rejected, and how they still shape ministries, identity, and belief inside and outside the movement. ______________________ 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

John explores the shocking hidden history of the “Billion Soul Harvest” movement, revealing how its roots stretch far deeper than the New Apostolic Reformation. Drawing from Cold War politics, postwar psychological experiments, and William Branham’s authoritarian theology, he traces how government fear tactics and revivalist propaganda merged into a global dominionist agenda. Along the way, he connects the dots between the Milgram obedience studies, Nixon’s “battle for the mind” speech, and the rise of prophetic generals who promised to win the world for Christ through control, not compassion. This episode exposes how the language of revival became the language of psychological warfare, transforming faith into a weapon. ______________________ 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

John Collins and McKinnon continue their in-depth exploration into William Branham’s “Adoption” doctrine and its influence on modern charismatic movements. They expose how Branham’s teaching of a “word for the age” replaced salvation through faith in Christ with loyalty to new revelation. Drawing direct lines from Branham to the New Apostolic Reformation, they analyze how a theology rooted in mysticism, pantheism, and esoteric thought evolved into the cultic systems seen today. The discussion compares scriptural truth with Branham’s distortions, examines the idolization of tapes and prophets, and reveals how persuasive charisma led countless believers to substitute emotional fervor for biblical faith. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Episode 00:32 How Branham’s “Word for the Age” Replaced the Gospel 02:25 Cultic Authority and Fear of Outside Information 05:20 Doctrinal Problems: Diminishing Christ and Changing the Gospel 07:01 Tape-Only Churches and Movement-Wide Confusion 10:40 Internal Message Criticism: A Minister Challenges Tape Worship 13:25 Emotional Manipulation and the Power of Persuasion 17:03 “Not Every Word Is Thus Saith the Lord”: Rising Internal Doubt 20:55 Infallibility Contradictions in Branham’s Teachings 23:17 The Shift Toward Mysticism and Pre-Existence Doctrine 29:56 Platonic and New Thought Roots Behind Branham’s Ideas 35:51 Blending Ancient Mysticism With Christianity 38:18 A Different Gospel: Recognition Theology and Loss of Biblical Salvation 44:00 Modalism in the Message and the Denial of Christ’s Deity 51:01 Closing Thoughts and Preview of Next Episode ______________________ 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 – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

John explores the origins of Joel’s Army—a militant spiritual ideology that emerged from the strange crossroads of Pentecostalism, Christian Identity, and post-WWII fear. He traces its development from early influences like Helena Blavatsky’s esoteric teachings, New Thought metaphysics, and British Israelism to William Branham’s “spoken word” theology and Roy Davis’s ideological orphanages. The episode exposes how the Sharon Orphanage in North Battleford, Canada, became a model for youth indoctrination under the guise of revival and prophecy. John connects the rise of Joel’s Army to the political and apocalyptic climate after the atomic bomb—when fear of a coming world war fueled a militant form of faith. He explains how these doctrines laid the groundwork for movements like the Latter Rain revival and today’s New Apostolic Reformation. With historical depth and theological clarity, this episode uncovers how mysticism, nationalism, and spiritual warfare blended into a single, radical ideology that continues to shape modern charismatic movements. ______________________ 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

John Collins examines the deep historical roots connecting Daystar Television, Christ for the Nations Institute, and the legacy of William Branham. Rather than responding to recent scandals or current headlines, he traces the long development of revival movements—from the Voice of Healing era to the founding of CFNI—to explain how the theological frameworks, leadership structures, and apostolic networks of the mid-20th century shaped today’s charismatic media landscape. He demonstrates that understanding Daystar requires understanding the system that produced it, a system whose foundations were laid decades before Marcus and Joni Lamb entered public ministry. Collins follows the historical trail from Branham’s influence, to Gordon Lindsay’s publishing empire, to the rise of the Latter Rain movement and early Church of God dynamics, showing how these streams converged in Dallas–Fort Worth. This convergence created the environment that would later give birth to CFNI and inform the worldview of many prominent charismatic leaders. The episode explores how themes such as deliverance ministry, dominion theology, hero-centric leadership, and apostolic authority migrated across generations until they emerged in modern Christian media. His aim is to provide clarity, context, and a broader frame for understanding why Daystar developed as it did—and why its origins still matter today.

In this powerful discussion, John Collins and McKinnon expose how NAR theology (and message theology) subtly shifts the focus from Christ's finished work on the cross to man-centered doctrines that promise hidden knowledge, new revelation, and even the ability to become a god. They show how claims about "attributes," the Logos, and end-time mysteries gradually erode biblical teaching and authority, eventually making followers dependent on a human prophet rather than Scripture itself.  As the conversation continues, they reveal why diminishing the eternal deity of Jesus is not just a theological error — it's a doorway into manipulation, elitism, and spiritual abuse. When believers are told that they were eternal thoughts of God, equal in nature to Jesus, the message no longer leads people to the cross, but into works, striving, and fear of losing divine status. The episode calls listeners back to biblical faith, the sufficiency of Christ, and the simple gospel that brings true freedom. ______________________ 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

John and John McKinnon expose the heart of William Branham's "seed doctrine," showing how Branham twisted the words of Genesis and John 1:1 to claim humans pre-existed as eternal "thoughts" of God and were merely manifested in the flesh. They explain how this teaching diminished the divinity of Christ, altered the meaning of salvation, and opened the door to the later Manifested Sons of God movement and the New Apostolic Reformation. Drawing on quotes from Branham's own sermons and early message ministers, they show how Branham's focus on supernatural signs, visions, and experiences replaced the authority of Scripture and contradicted Paul's gospel. This episode invites listeners to examine whether Branham's message was truly biblical or an imitation of the serpent's deception in Eden. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon unpack William Branham's controversial adoption doctrine and its connections to elitist theology, racism, and dominionism. They show how Branham's teachings on the Serpent Seed, Manifest Sons of God, and the super race mentality blended white supremacist ideology with a counterfeit gospel. By examining Branham's claims alongside his mentor Roy Davis and Christian Identity roots, the episode exposes how these distorted ideas laid the foundation for later movements. They trace Branham's influence into the Latter Rain revival and modern NAR, where elements like dominion theology, spiritual DNA, and new gospels echo his message. Throughout, the hosts contrast Branham's diminishing of Christ and elevation of man with the true gospel. The discussion warns of how aberrant theology spreads, reshaping salvation into elitism, while pointing listeners back to Christ as the center. ______________________ 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

John Collins and McKinnon discuss the continuation of their examination of William Branham's teachings about the seventy disciples, focusing on how one small doctrinal twist became the foundation for destructive ideas that later shaped the Latter Rain and New Apostolic Reformation movements. They highlight how Branham misused scripture to position himself as a central prophetic authority, teaching that followers must accept his words blindly and even suggesting names could be erased from heaven's book if they rejected his message. The conversation emphasizes how this doctrine instilled fear in followers, contrasting with the Bible's emphasis on perfect love and assurance in Christ. As the discussion develops, they explore how Branham's doctrine of the "manifested sons of God" grew into a theology that paralleled ancient heresies, diminishing Jesus' divinity while elevating believers to godlike status. They trace how Branham relied on supernatural "discernments" rather than sound doctrine, how he ignored warnings from peers, and how his followers excused failed prophecies. John and John connect this to the modern NAR, showing how agenda-driven restoration of fallen leaders, fear-based control, and signs-and-wonders theatrics serve as gimmicks distracting from a deeper problem: the agenda to seize control by lowering Jesus' deity and elevating human authority. _______________________ 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

John and John McKinnon discuss how William Branham's interpretation of the seventy disciples diverged from the biblical timeline and meaning, using it to explain away declining popularity in his ministry. They trace how Branham misrepresented Scripture, particularly conflating John 6's "falling away" with Luke 10's commissioning of the seventy, despite the events being separated by multiple milestones in the Gospels. This distortion, they argue, was used to frame followers leaving as spiritually deficient, reinforcing cult control. They also connect Branham's teaching to his broader pattern of self-promotion, doctrinal exclusivity, and fear-based manipulation, which laid groundwork for later movements like the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). They highlight how this flawed foundation enabled later leaders to combine out-of-context verses with claimed personal revelations, producing a "new gospel" that justified personal agendas. The conversation links Branham's methods to the political and theological aims of the NAR, including the Seven Mountain Mandate. Both hosts emphasize the danger of building doctrines on misused Scripture, noting that such distortions have reached into politics, church leadership models, and modern charismatic movements, leaving Christians unaware their beliefs may rest on non-biblical foundations. ______________________ 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

John Collins and John McKinnon explore the roots of a controversial belief system that traces back to the unusual claims of a 20th-century preacher. They begin by examining how William Branham's story of speaking squirrels into existence became a pivotal doctrine in his ministry, known as the "third pull." This event, though seemingly bizarre, laid the groundwork for significant teachings that would later appear in various spiritual movements. The conversation connects Branham's experiences and theology to the formation of belief structures within later groups, especially those emphasizing supernatural speech and manifestations. As the discussion continues, John and John expose the influence of Branham's doctrine on the development of what would become Word of Faith and New Apostolic movements. They highlight the way Branham's "spoken word" ideas mirrored the future practices of speaking healing or wealth into reality. The story also becomes a case study in how spiritual leaders sometimes revise or reinterpret their own prophetic claims when outcomes don't match the declarations. The episode closes with a reflection on how these ideas contributed to larger patterns of authority, control, and suppression of critical thinking in spiritual communities. ______________________ 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

John Collins and McKinnon discuss the spiritual confusion and theological dangers caused by William Branham's teachings, particularly his misinterpretation of Acts chapters 18 and 19. They explore how Branham's use of scripture helped construct a belief system that led followers to elevate his voice above the Bible, often resulting in bondage and disconnection from broader Christian fellowship. The conversation opens with an invitation for others to share their own stories of escape from groups influenced by Branhamism, and gradually unfolds into a scriptural critique showing how Branham manipulated biblical texts to validate his own authority and prophetic role. They explain how Branham's theology—centered on distorted doctrines such as the "manifested sons of God" and a segmented salvation process—undermined the simple gospel of Christ. The episode connects Branham's misuse of scripture to modern charismatic and New Apostolic Reformation teachings, highlighting how these ideologies propagate exclusivist interpretations and spiritual elitism. Through careful scriptural analysis, John and John show how Branham's teachings ultimately led believers away from Christ and into a system of doctrinal entanglement that promotes confusion, fear, and a fractured sense of salvation. ______________________ 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

John and John McKinnon examine how the roots of a popular religious movement today can be traced to the legacy of a mid-20th-century preacher. They discuss how teachings once considered fringe have now evolved into widespread belief systems with immense influence. The discussion critiques the theological framework that prioritizes emotionalism, prophecy, and hierarchy over sound doctrine and personal transformation. They explore the historical lineage of doctrine, noting how manipulation of Scripture has enabled abusive leadership structures and created spiritual harm for countless followers. The conversation challenges listeners to reconsider the authority given to self-appointed leaders and scrutinize the way fear, branding, and elitism are used to keep people captive in spiritual systems. Through detailed examples, they explain how doctrines attributed to divine revelation often originated in earlier, questionable sources, and how this pattern has led to a distorted gospel centered on personalities rather than Christ. The episode ends with a call for deeper, contextual study of Scripture and promises more revelations in future discussions. ______________________ 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

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: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962  Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K  John McKinnon's Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hashemrhemaword John Collins and John McKinnon dive into a complex discussion about the historical intersections of religion, politics, and power, tracing how these elements have intertwined to influence the modern religious landscape. Beginning with the roots of Christian identity and early fundamentalism, they examine how various revivals, notably the Latter Rain movement, laid foundational ideas that later influenced groups in the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). They provide insights into the darker aspects of this history, including the politicization of faith and the rebranding of ideological undercurrents over time, presenting a critique of movements that merge dominion theology with traditional beliefs. Throughout the conversation, they shed light on figures like William Branham and Charles Finney, exploring how their teachings contributed to the Latter Rain movement and subsequent ideologies. The hosts critique the ways revivals can blur the line between spiritual pursuit and social control, citing historical examples to underscore the potential dangers of such movements. The discussion concludes by emphasizing the importance of discernment, encouraging listeners to examine the historical context of these movements with a critical eye.

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: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962  Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K  John and John McKennon explore the connections between Christian identity and fundamentalism, focusing on key figures like William Branham and Gordon Lindsay. The discussion reveals how movements like the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) were influenced by British Israelism and the Christian identity movement. Gordon Lindsay, often seen as a leader of charismatic movements, had deeper ties to controversial ideologies that are often ignored or erased by his later organizations. The hosts discuss the influence of Wesley Swift and Gerald Burton Winrod on Lindsay’s beliefs, particularly how British Israelism and UFO doctrines played a role in his ministry. The discussion also delves into Lindsay’s role in the Voice of Healing revivals, his work with prominent figures like William Branham, and his eventual shift away from more extremist ideologies as his ministry evolved into the creation of Christ for the Nations. The episode emphasizes the hidden history of these movements and the significant impact Lindsay had on the development of charismatic revivals.

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: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962  Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K  In this episode of the William Branham Historical Research Podcast, the hosts John Collins and John McKinnon dive deep into the history of Christian identity and Christian Nationalism, its roots in early Christian fundamentalism, and its influence on the modern New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). They explore how figures like Wesley Swift and Gerald L. K. Smith shaped Christian identity, promoting doctrines of white supremacy and anti-Semitism that later merged with Pentecostalism and influenced movements like Latter Rain and the NAR. The discussion highlights the complex history of these figures, their influence on political and religious movements, and the consequences of their ideologies, which continue to impact certain Christian circles today. The conversation also touches on the significant events and connections between various individuals and organizations that facilitated the spread of Christian identity. The hosts discuss the strategic blending of religious and political agendas, the manipulation of Christian doctrines to support racist ideologies, and how these elements were passed down through generations of Pentecostal and Charismatic movements. This episode provides a thorough examination of the sinister underpinnings of certain doctrines that have infiltrated modern Christian movements, emphasizing the importance of understanding this history to recognize its ongoing influence.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the intricate connections between Christian identity, early Christian fundamentalism, and politics, tracing the roots of the New Apostolic Reformation. They explore the significant events that laid the foundation for this movement, focusing on figures such as Roy Davis, who had a controversial past and connections with the Ku Klux Klan, and how these connections influenced the development of various religious and political movements. A key point of the discussion is the role of Davis in California during the 1940s and his efforts to blend religion and politics to form a new wave of the Ku Klux Klan. The hosts highlight the involvement of other significant figures like Gerald L.K. Smith and Wesley Swift, who contributed to the fusion of Christian identity with politics. The episode also uncovers how these early connections and strategies laid the groundwork for later movements, including the Latter Rain, Charismatic, and New Apostolic Reformation, emphasizing the long-lasting impact of these early alliances on contemporary religious and political landscapes.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the intricate history of the Pentecostal movement and its ties to the New Apostolic Reformation. We explore how early Pentecostal leaders, such as Roy Davis and William Branham, utilized media and entertainment to build their religious platforms. They discuss Davis's efforts to merge his Pentecostal sect into a larger body of Pentecostals, his influence in laying the foundation for future movements, and the significant role of music in attracting followers. The conversation highlights Davis's controversial actions, including his criminal activities and manipulation of identities, and how these shaped the early Pentecostal landscape.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham  Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast  John Collins and John McKinnon examine the historical roots of Christian Identity, focusing on its connections with early 20th-century American Pentecostalism and white supremacy movements. They discuss how figures like Roy Davis, Howard Rand, and others intertwined religious fervor with racist and anti-Semitic ideologies. They highlight how these ideas spread through various media, including the Dearborn Independent, and influenced key religious movements such as the Latter Rain and the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). The discussion also examines the pivotal role of Christian Identity doctrines, like the serpent seed theory, in shaping these movements. The hosts trace the development of these doctrines from British Israelism to their fusion with white supremacy, showing how they laid the groundwork for modern extremist ideologies within some Pentecostal circles. The episode underscores the significance of understanding these historical contexts to comprehend the present-day implications of these beliefs.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon continue examining the version of Kingdom Theology used by William Branham and Roy Davis that would eventually transition to Latter Rain, focusing on the fascination of spiritualism in the early revivals.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the spiritualism, hypnotism, and other hocus pocus that made it into the Latter Rain movement through William Branham, which would eventually develop into themes used by NAR apostles.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and McKinnon examine how weaponized religion, particularly white supremacist ideologies, intertwined with early Christian fundamentalism to lay the groundwork for the New Apostolic Reformation. The conversation traces the rise and fall of the Klan's influence, highlighting Davis's pivotal role in shifting from overtly militant activities to embedding those ideologies within religious movements for financial gain. The discussion emphasizes the significant influence of individuals like Gerald Winrod and John Alexander Dowie on Davis and Branham. These figures, known for their controversial and often fraudulent religious activities, provided a template for Davis and Branham's operations. The transcript reveals how Davis, initially involved in the KKK, transitioned to leading Pentecostal sects, exploiting the financial potential of religious movements. This shift is portrayed as a strategic move to continue propagating supremacist ideologies under the guise of religious revivalism, with Branham eventually adopting and expanding these themes in his own ministry.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the birth of the Supreme Kingdom religion, which had various connections to Roy Davis and William Branham. We ask the question: Did Roy Davis and William Branham re-package the agenda of the Supreme Kingdom in the Pentecostal Baptist Church of God sect and eventually Latter Rain? Was this the true origins of the NAR's Kingdom Theology?

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the early stages of the unusual entertainment style of Roy E. Davis, which later would influence William Branham and the Latter Rain Movement and eventually the NAR. ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon examine the early beginnings of Roy E. Davis, whose various pyramid schemes apparently appealed to and were implemented by many people in the political/religious arena.

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John Collins and John McKinnon explore the early origins of the Two-Seed Doctrine of Christian Identity and how it spread to lay the foundation for the Latter Rain Movement and, eventually the New Apostolic Reformation We Discuss: * Adam Clarke * Edward Hine * Henry Ford * William J. Cameron * Daniel Parker * Herbert Armstrong * Wesley Swift * Gerald L. K. Smith * William Branham * Paris, Texas Racial conflict * Roy E. Davis in Paris, Texas * Branham's Parents in Paris ,Texas * John and Joel Osteen

Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast John invites Dr. Andre Gagne, Professor and Chair of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montreal, Quebec, Canada), to discuss the weaponization of religion to push Christian identity's political views. We discuss: * John's connection to Christian Identity through William Branham's "Message" cult of personality * Dr. Gagne's Latter Rain and NAR research and videos * The political agenda behind Identity's influence through Latter Rain * White supremacy among Pentecostal and Latter Rain leaders * Tracing Identity into modern NAR themes Dr. Gagne's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfGagne Dr. Gagne's Concordia profile: https://www.concordia.ca/faculty/andre-gagne.html Dr. Gagne's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Andr%C3%A9%20Gagn%C3%A9/author/B00506TY4C ______________________ – Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham – Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg – Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham – Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books