Counterfeit Kingdom reveals dangers and distortions of New Apostolic Reformation & its influence on American Church

A dangerous set of teachings is shaping America’s worship songs, ministries and political engagement. This new movement is influencing many churches and individual Christians, often without their realization. But is this biblical Christianity?

The New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) is a popular, new movement of Christians who emphasize signs and wonders and teach that God is giving new revelation through new “apostles” and “prophets.” While much of what NAR leaders put forth may seem mainstream at first glance, a study of its teachings and practices reveals troubling underpinnings.

In their new book Counterfeit Kingdom, apologists and NAR experts Holly Pivec and Doug Geivett show how NAR's key tenets distort the gospel of grace and diminish the deity of Jesus, as well as include New Age practices. The book also includes personal stories that have flooded Pivec’s and Geivett’s inboxes over the years from those who have experienced spiritual abuse in NAR churches from those who claim authority.

Counterfeit Kingdom aids every believer in the vital work of discernment and best-selling author Alisa Childers calls it the “most important book you will read this year.” In addition, Pivec and Geivett hope their book will aid church leaders in understanding NAR, giving them biblically grounded, practical suggestions for discipling individuals who are already influenced by false teachings.

The church-at-large needs a wake-up call and Counterfeit Kingdom provides research, anecdotes and faithfulness to historic Christian teaching at just the right time.

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Holly Pivec is a blogger, author, and speaker, as well as a pastor’s wife and homeschooling mom. She has a master’s degree in apologetics from Biola University, where she also served as university editor for nearly a decade. She has co-authored two books about the New Apostolic Reformation: A New Apostolic Reformation? and God’s Super-Apostles. She operates a popular blog, which has followers from around the world, and she has spoken and written for several audiences and outlets.

Doug Geivett is a husband, father to two grown children, professor, author, and speaker. He has a Ph.D. in philosophy from USC and teaches at Biola University and Talbot School of Theology. Doug has written or edited several books and spoken on issues related to the New Apostolic Reformation, Christian apologetics, and the Christian life to audiences all over the world.

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This book was SO CUTE AAAAH it perfectly describes how it feels to struggle with fear of man and anxiety, especially in a school setting! I loved the phrases Brooke used in this book as well, she uses wording that was easy to understand but mature enough for middle schoolers to not feel patronized while reading it, which is such a hard balance to find with books for younger women! The main character is extremely relatable and reminds me of several younger believers I know, the book makes it super easy to place yourself in her situations or relate her to yourself! It's amazing, especially considering the media younger girls are supposed to relate with now, Brooke's book is paving a new way for young women to have easily relatable, funny, and biblically sound reading material. I really loved the chapter where Fiona shared her testimony and talked on how her parents were struggling but how they handled it biblically, it was so refreshing and I feel that will not only be a good lesson for younger girls but comforting for them. I LOVE DARBY 😭 Darby and Fiona remind me SO MUCH of my best friend and I it's insane, I love the amount of perspective Brooke puts into this book and how she shows Fiona handling all her friends with love, care, and the gospel. 10000/10, this is by far the best book for younger women that's gospel centered I've ever read. ❤

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This week we have on James A. Fyerman. He is the author of Braker Ford's Adventures in Space, his debut novel. He works as a first responder for a local fire department in Ohio, and is passionate about “nerd” culture and Reformed theology.

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This week on The B.A.R. Podcast we have Eric Johnson of Mormonism Research Ministries. Eric Johnson has been a student of Mormonism since 1987 when he served a summer mission outreach in Utah. Eric graduated from San Diego State University (1985, BA in Journalism) as well as at Bethel Seminary San Diego (1991, Master’s of Divinity). Eric cohosts the daily radio program Viewpoint on Mormonism  and writes for MRM’s Mormonism Researched newsletter. His new book is Introducing Christianity to Mormons (Harvest House, 2022). He is also the co-author of Answering Mormons’ Questions: Ready Responses for Inquiring Latter-day Saints (Kregel, 2013), Mormonism 101: Examining the Religion of the Latter-day Saints (Baker Book, 2015), Mormonism 101 for Teens (MRM, 2016) as well as serving as a co-editor of Sharing the Good News with Mormons (Harvest House, 2018). Eric served as an associate editor for the Apologetics Study Bible for Students (B&H, 2010) and is a regular contributor to the Christian Research Journal. Eric taught high school Bible classes for 17 years (1993-2010) at Christian High School (El Cajon, CA) and 8 years as an adjunct English professor at Grossmont College (El Cajon,CA); in addition, he instructed classes at San Diego State University and Bethel Seminary San Diego. Eric is married to Terri; together they have three daughters: Carissa, Janelle, and Hannah. He and his wife live in the Salt Lake City area.

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Today on The B.A.R. Podcast we have Dr. Geoff Chang. Geoff Chang serves as Assistant Professor of Church History and Historical Theology and the Curator of the Spurgeon Library. He is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A.), The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div.). Most recently, he completed his Ph.D. at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he wrote his dissertation on Charles H. Spurgeon’s ecclesiology. Prior to Midwestern, Geoff worked as a database consultant until he discerned a call to ministry. Since leaving the business world, he has served on the ministry staff at Houston Chinese Church (Houston, TX) and Capitol Hill Baptist Church (Washington, DC), and most recently as associate pastor at Hinson Baptist Church (Portland, OR).

He also serves as the Book Review Editor for History & Historical Theology at Themelios, the academic journal for The Gospel Coalition. Along with several other Midwestern doctoral students, he helped to found HistoricalTheology.org, where he serves as a regular contributor. Additionally, he writes for 9Marks and has published articles for magazines in the US and UK. He has also served as a speaker and instructor with T4G, Simeon Trust, and other national ministries. Currently, he is working on finishing the publication of The Lost Sermons of C.H. Spurgeon in conjunction with B&H Academic, serving as the editor of volumes 5 and 6.

He is married to Stephanie and they have three children. They enjoy music, good books, working around the house, exploring the outdoors, and serving their local church. He also enjoys keeping up with his hometown team, the Houston Rockets, and beating his kids at Mario Kart. You can follow him on Facebook and Twitter.

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On today's B.A.R. Podcast, we have returning guest Mark Talbot. Mark has returned to the podcast to talk about his next book. Give Me Understanding That I May Live. This is part two of the series he has on biblical suffering. We walk through how his number book uses scripture to paint the picture of how to respond to suffering and endure it. Please pick up this great read at: https://www.amazon.com/Give-Understanding-That-Suffering-Christian/dp/1433567466

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