A new religious movement in evangelical Christianity- supposedly led by modern day apostles and prophets- has confused people, divided churches, and strained relationships as believers are forced to make painful choices between those they love and what they believe to be the truth of God’s Word. Most people don’t know the movement by any formal name, but its teachers and organizations- Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, Rick Joyner, International House of Prayer, YWAM- are world famous. Its practices and teachings have also permeated churches all across the world.

But are these teachings in alignment with Scripture? How do we use discernment to understand these teachings through the lens of God’s Word?

What about the worship music that comes from this movement? The extra-biblical teachings on spiritual warfare, signs and wonders, and prayer? Is this a cult?

Is it possible to talk honestly about these things without offending or ticking somebody off?