In many African churches, intercession isn’t considered complete until we’ve tackled every spiritual foe imaginable. I remember a time when I used to attend church early for the intercessory prayer service, very eager to participate in intense spiritual battles. As you can imagine, binding and …
Your Problem Isn’t an Evil Altar but God Is the Solution
In certain charismatic and Pentecostal movements, the concept of “breaking evil altars” holds significant sway. Often presented as a diagnosis for the various challenges and struggles faced by believers, this belief has spurred many on a mission to dismantle supposedly malevolent spiritual altars in search …
The Endless Pursuit of God’s Presence in the Hyper-charismatic Movement
If you know anything about the hyper-charismatic movement, then you know one of the things it stands out for, is its fervent pursuit of God’s presence. Otherwise known as a revival. It’s a movement characterized by intense emotional worship, prophetic revelations, and a palpable hunger …
A Warning Call: The Pitfalls of Seeking Wisdom on Evil from Ex-Satanists
I vividly recall a time when I was captivated by stories and testimonies from individuals who claimed to have emerged from the depths of devil worship and occult practices. I immersed myself in countless accounts, eagerly devouring books such as “He Came to Set the …
Why the Church Should Beware of New Revelations
I have applied all these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, brothers, that you may learn by us not to go beyond what is written, that none of you may be puffed up in favor of one against another” ~1 Cor 4:6 I …
Context is King? A Simple Analysis of the Rising Abuse of Context
Context gives life to a text. A verse taken out of context, so to speak has been robbed of its intended meaning and has therefore, been made to be like a ball of gum that can be pressed and moulded to suit one’s ideas and …