“I was on the expressway in Kampala, it wasn’t a dream. I was going, and then the car got lifted up mid-air and then I found myself in a place full of light and in abundance. And I was then told that this is heaven. …
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Reclaiming Critical Thinking: Is Christianity Supposed to Be Mindless?
“The mind cannot comprehend the things of the Spirit.” “Too much thinking will quench the Holy Spirit.” “Faith believes in what doesn’t make sense.” Phrases like these have become all too common in many churches today. They sound spiritual, even pious, but they have created …
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 …
Bibliolatry: Should Christians Beware of Making the Bible an Idol?
Three months ago, I encountered a remarkable statement made by a pastor on YouTube rebuking Christians who have the audacity to think that everything God wants them to know can only be found in the Bible. He likened this to worshipping the Bible saying, “When …
Mysticism: The Dangers of Seeking Special Revelation
Growing up in a Christian household, tuning in to Christian television was the norm. There was a specific program that stood out, featuring guests who claimed to have all kinds of supernatural experiences from God on a regular basis. These encounters ranged from glimpses of …
