John Collins and Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson sit down for a deeply personal and eye-opening conversation about the history and dangers of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). Together, they trace its roots back to William Branham, the Latter Rain revival, and post-war healing movements, explaining how elitism, fresh revelations, political entanglements, and celebrity worship transformed parts of modern Christianity. Laura-Lynn shares her own experiences in NAR-influenced circles, the harm caused by spiritual abuse and false leaders, and the hope she found by returning to the Bible. This candid discussion shines a light on practices such as grave soaking, dominionist teachings, and manipulative use of “touch not God’s anointed,” offering encouragement to those seeking a healthy, Scripture-centered faith.

00:00 Introduction
00:31 What Is the New Apostolic Reformation?
03:16 Laura-Lynn’s Personal Journey out of NAR Circles
05:32 Early Roots: Latter Rain, William Branham, and the Church Growth Movement
08:11 Music, Emotion, and the Psychology of Worship
13:11 Character Failures of Celebrity Worship Leaders
17:01 From Gospel Simplicity to Hierarchical Apostles and Prophets
20:22 Politics, Power, and the Flip from Helping Sinners to Hating Them
29:36 Branham’s Doctrines, Spiritualism, and Cross-Pollination of Ideas
39:00 Paul’s Warning in Colossians about False “Mysteries” and Angelic Visions
46:01 Brainwashing, Positive Confession, and the Legacy of the Healing Revivals
55:04 Reprogramming with Scripture and Returning to the Bible Alone
1:02:18 Health, Trauma, and the Cost of False Teaching
1:06:01 Final Warnings: How to Recognize NAR Churches

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