A few weeks ago I shared with you many resources as to why it was dangerous for Rick Perry to be involved with the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) as he hosted The Response prayer event in Houston, Texas on August 6th, 2011. Previously I had shared an article from Brannon House as to why Christians should not be involved in this prayer rally. Though it may have been well-intentioned, believers should never yoke themselves with professing Christians who compromise the Gospel. It was disappointing, then, to learn that Joel Rosenberg would be endorsing The Response event, and more disheartening, that he defended his doing so afterwards despite acknowledging having “serious and fundamental theological differences with some of those involved in the event” (source).
It is with great encouragement that I share with you an update regarding Rosenberg and his understanding of the NAR. Brannon Howse announced on his radio show last week he had spent 1 hour and 45 minutes with Rosenberg discussing the issues surrounding The Response (thanks to Christine Pack of the Sola Sisters blog for informing me of this yesterday). According to Howse, Rosenberg was very appreciative, humble, teachable, and eager to learn more about the dangers of the NAR. As I listened to the show, I was praising God in hearing this positive news.
It was not easy for me to address my concerns with Joel Rosenberg in the article a few weeks ago as I highly respect him as a Christian author and watchman on the wall. His insight to geopolitical events as they may relate to biblical prophecy is nothing short of astonishing, and I have always found him to be a humble servant eager to serve the people of the Middle East no matter their race, ethnicity, or religion through The Joshua Fund. So while it did not please me to write about such things, I am very happy to hear of this encouraging news.
To listen to the interview, just follow the link: Worldview Weekend Radio with Brannon Howse: Aired September 1, 2011.
On a slightly unrelated, yet related story, Brannon also covered IHOP’s Mike Bickle and his push to make Roman Catholic mystic Teresa of Avila’s book, Fire Within, “to be the manual for IHOP-KC.” You won’t believe the demonic influence of Teresa of Avila as Brannon provides documentation explaining her out of the body experiences (otherwise known as astral projection). Why is it then Mike Bickle wants this book as IHOP’s manual, and why are evangelical Christian leaders uniting with Bickle at events such as The Response? Be sure to listen.
You can also read more about some of the contemplative spirituality books offered in IHOP’s bookstore here: Mike Bickle of IHOP wants book about Catholic mystics to be “manual for IHOP-KC”
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Brian Ottinger
September 7, 2011
speaking of RC…have you ever seen Lamp in the Dark and how familiar are you with counter-reformation?
Justin Edwards
September 7, 2011
Hey brother – no, I haven’t seen that, nor am I polished up on the counter-reformation. Got anything to share?
ETA: just looked up the documentary – looks fascinating. I will see if it is available on Netflix, thanks!
Rick
September 7, 2011
Can you give more info on how the NAR compromises the Gospel, thank you.
Justin Edwards
September 7, 2011
Hey brother, did you see all the links here: Rick Perry and the New Apostolic Reformation
This should be helpful too: THE FALSE GOSPEL OF JOEL’S ARMY AND THE NEW APOSTOLIC REFORMATION
In short, these guys believe they can impose Christianity on society by overcoming government, educational, and cultural barriers. They believe that by establishing a Christian society they will build the kingdom of God on earth. After they prepare the way for Christ, then He will return. They believe God is raising up a last days army (Joel’s Army) to purge the church and defeat evil in society. Their fruit can be seen in the ministries of Todd Bentley, Rick Joyner, IHOP, Joshua Mills, Patricia King, Bob Jones, Brennan Manning, etc. They blaspheme the Holy Spirit with their false signs and wonders, such as seen in the videos in this article: Charismania: When False Spirits Enter the Church (Kundalini)
Rick Laura Freeman
September 7, 2011
Thank you Justin that helps alot, I’ll past it on to the person who asked me.
Justin Edwards
September 7, 2011
You’re very welcome, brother.
Mitch
September 7, 2011
Interesting/good post Bro. I have told someone that was involved with IHOP (keep in mind I know two such people keep both in your prayers) that I was not sure how biblical IHOP was and gave my reasons. seeing that Mike Bickle has chosen a Mystics book for a prime book, I have reason to believe the IHOP Movement is moved far from Orthodox/Fundamental beliefs to something different than to what God intended. I am sure Mr. Bickle only intended good intentions but I cannot support IHOP ministries and to those in in I will give them a final warning and if they do not heed that warning they may fall into further deception.
God Bless!
Mitch
Rick Laura Freeman
September 8, 2011
Warning Joel Osteen followers of the great apostasy ~http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQOZ-LJD8cE