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The Danger of Allegorical Abuse in the Hypercharismatic Movement
In many hypercharismatic and New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) circles today, the Bible is hardly read in context. Instead, it is mined for hidden symbols, prophetic codes, and mysteries that the original authors never intended. This allegorical approach to Scripture may sound spiritual, but it often …
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Recovering God’s Gift of Lament
Life in Africa is often lived in the tension of joy and sorrow. From the wails that echo through village funerals to the whispered prayers of a struggling parent, suffering is a reality we know all too well. Yet, despite this deep awareness of pain, many Christians …
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Is Discernment Really a “Religious Spirit”?
Running this blog has been a deeply rewarding experience. I have received so much encouragement from readers who are grateful for the call to exercise biblical discernment. Yet, in the same breath, I have also encountered pushback. One of the frequent criticisms I receive is …
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Untangling the Gift of Tongues: Charismatic Practice Vs. Bible
Speaking in tongues is not only the most desired but also arguably the most misunderstood and abused spiritual gift in the church today. The Charismatic and Pentecostal world in particular, often places this gift at the center of Christian experience, treating it not only as …
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Should Christians Plead the Blood of Jesus?
This post was originally published on The Gospel Coalition Africa. Growing up, I vividly remember my grandmother praying for us each time we embarked on our four-hour journey back home to Kiambu from Embu, Kenya. Without fail, she would say, “I cover you with the …
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Slain or A Sad Misrepresentation of the Spirit’s Work?
This post was originally published on The Gospel Coalition Africa. In my previous article, we examined what it means to be ‘slain in the Spirit’ and some of the verses often used to support this practice. Perhaps one of the saddest aspects of being slain in …
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Should We Expect to Be Slain in the Spirit?
This post was originally published on The Gospel Coalition Africa. In many hyper-charismatic circles, the phenomenon of being “slain in the Spirit” (also referred to as “falling under the anointing“) is the hallmark of spiritual experiences. It typically occurs during altar calls when a “man of God” lays …
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What is Biblical Application?
“The aim of theology is not just to make us smart sinners, but to make us holy people.”~ D.A Carson In today’s busy world, it’s easy for Christians to read the Bible without ever stopping to ask, “How does this really impact my life?” We …
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Don’t Cherry Pick- Savor the whole counsel of God
When I became a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, I was eager to drop the cherry-picking ways I had previously taken with Scripture. I was filled with excitement to dive right in and read the entire Bible from cover to cover. In my mind, …
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Are There Apostles Today? Part 2: A Study of 2 Corinthians
About three months ago, as I was studying the book of 2 Corinthians, I couldn’t help but notice the stark differences between Paul’s experiences as a true apostle and what we see in today’s self-proclaimed apostles. It was this realization that sparked the idea to …
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Are There Apostles Today? Examining Apostleship in the Hypercharismatic Movement
This is a post I’ve been meaning to write for some time. Initially, I had planned to address this topic at a later time; however, the recent Rhema Feast made it more pressing. For those who may be unfamiliar with the term, Rhema Feast is …
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The Authority of the Believer in Light of Scripture
When I was caught up in the Word of Faith prosperity gospel movement, I genuinely believed that I possessed the authority to control my circumstances, shape my destiny, and command spiritual forces through the power of my words. Thanks to the church I was attending …
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