And whether you're a Christian, or have not yet met Jesus Christ, we hope you will learn about Grace and Mercy — two gifts that set Christianity apart from any other religion.
The International House of Prayer (IHOP) is a "charismatic Christian" organization based in Kansas City, Missouri. Founded and led by Mike Bickle, erstwhile pastor of the so-called 'Kansas City Prophets.'
This aberrant Christian movement is moving further and further away from orthodox Christianity.
Now (2023) IHOP founder and leader Mike Bickle has been accused of alleged sexual abuse.
Carlton Pearson has died November 20, 2023, after a battle with cancer.
Pearson was a controversial figure because he taught a heresy known as inclusivism. He also denied the existence of hell.
Theologically the Chinese sect Eastern Lightning -- also known as Church of Almighty God, or Lightning from the East -- is a cult of Christianity. The group, which uses countless names in its evangelism efforts, claims that Jesus has returned as a Chinese woman.
Youth With A Mission is an international, Christian missions "movement." It's "family of ministries" operates around the world. Yet YWAM has no headquarters, no Board of Directors, and no central leadership. It's missions are said to be "independent."
As MinistryWatch recently reported, YWAM's unique non-structured structure lacks the standard management, governance, and accountability functions that most ministries rely on to assess and address problems.
And problems there are. While YWAM does a lot of good work, there are ongoing reports of spiritual abuse. Not only that, but the 'movement' also has a troublesome theology.
The same reasoning that develops a five-fold ministry doctrine from Ephesians 4:11 could develop a seven-fold or eight-fold ministry doctrine from other scripture verses.
