by William Branham Historical Research
William Marrion Branham (A.K.A. William Marvin Branham, 1907-1965) was a Pentecostal minister from Jeffersonville, Indiana credited by some as initiating the Post WWII Healing Revival. He is widely recognized for playing a leading role in the formation of the Latter Rain, Word of Faith, Manifest Sons of God, and New Apostolic Reformation movements. Some have gone so far as to label Branham as "God's General", fully unaware of the critical information concerning Branham's ministry and the multiple conflicting stage personas Branham used for self-promotion as a self-proclaimed prophet.This podcast walks listeners through time, examining the histories of not only William Branham but also the men who worked with Branham, created his stage personas, and promoted his ministry. All research material can be found on william-branham.org. Video version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ
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March 21, 2025
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K John invites Darrell Carlisle II to discuss his personal experiences leaving Christ’s Gospel Church and the complex process of deconstructing beliefs. Darrell shares how he and his wife slowly transitioned out of the church after questioning its teachings and encountering people outside of their faith community. He describes how their journey led them to various other churches, each with its own issues, and how they eventually came to a place of critically examining their faith. John reflects on his own deconstruction, emphasizing the importance of fully dismantling prior beliefs before rebuilding a personal and informed faith. They both acknowledge the difficulty of leaving a high-control religious group, particularly the fear of losing relationships, employment, and community support. As they continue their discussion, they touch on broader issues within modern religious institutions, particularly the commercialization of faith and the way many large churches operate more like businesses than places of service. They critique the financial priorities of megachurches, contrasting them with smaller, underfunded congregations that actively serve their communities. Darrell highlights his shift toward direct charitable giving rather than donating to church organizations, advocating for a more hands-on approach to helping people. They also discuss the psychological grip that high-control groups maintain over their members, including the power of indoctrination, the difficulty of breaking free, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies deconstruction. Their conversation closes with reflections on the importance of questioning, critical thinking, and allowing people to explore their beliefs without fear or pressure.
March 20, 2025
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 John and Steve discuss the intricate historical connections between various theological movements, focusing on the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and its doctrinal roots. They delve into the influence of figures like T. Austin Sparks, Watchman Nee, and Jane Leed, tracing the evolution of key theological concepts such as the Manifested Sons of God, church authority, and elitist spiritual teachings. Their conversation highlights how these ideas were woven through movements like the Latter Rain, Pentecostalism, and the Shepherding Movement, shaping the landscape of modern charismatic theology. They explore how certain teachings, once considered controversial, have become widely accepted within evangelical circles, particularly regarding spiritual authority, submission, and the idea of a spiritually elite group within the broader Christian community. Throughout the discussion, they analyze the impact of historical figures and theological trends on contemporary movements, identifying patterns of spiritual hierarchy, exclusivity, and authoritarian leadership. They emphasize the dangers of extra-biblical teachings that prioritize submission to human authority over biblical doctrine, drawing parallels to cult-like structures. The conversation also touches on the role of media and literature in propagating these ideas, with figures such as Bill Hamon and William Branham reinforcing these themes. Ultimately, John and Steve advocate for critical examination and historical research to expose the origins and implications of these teachings, encouraging vigilance against manipulation within religious movements.
March 19, 2025
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/branham Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 John and Charles discuss the global spread of William Branham’s message following his death, tracing its expansion through missionary efforts in the late 1960s and 1970s. They highlight how the movement initially targeted pre-existing religious networks, such as independent Apostolic and Pentecostal churches, before spreading further into regions like the Caribbean, South America, and Africa. The discussion delves into the key figures involved in this expansion, including Robert Lambert, who established churches in the Caribbean, and Perry Green, who played a significant role in Venezuela. The conversation also touches on the role of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship in financing missionary work and the presence of various controversies surrounding those involved, including allegations of fraud and criminal activity. As the message spread, it took on different forms, particularly in regions where Branham himself never visited. In places like India, Brazil, and the Philippines, local leaders adapted the message to fit their unique contexts, sometimes leading to extreme beliefs, such as outright worship of Branham. Charles and John highlight how misinformation and deception played a role in maintaining the movement, with leaders knowingly spreading embellished or false narratives about Branham’s life and prophecies. They discuss how the movement quickly transitioned from being led by those who had met Branham to being populated by people who only knew him through secondhand accounts, reinforcing the mythology surrounding him. This process of myth-making, they argue, ultimately turned the movement into something far removed from its original claims, shaping it into a belief system built more on legend than on historical truth.
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