Support the show:br br br Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts:br br br Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR:br Paperback: Kindle: br John and Cynthia delve into the complexities of the Pentecostal and Charismatic Movements as it relates to context of Scripture.They discuss key figures such as Chuck Smith, Paul Cain, and William Branham. They analyze how the Latter Rain and Charismatic Revivals shaped modern evangelicalism, with a particular focus on the problematic elements of teaching out of context, the misuse of prophecy, and the mingling of politics with religion. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, the speakers emphasize the importance of returning to a more authentic and biblical understanding of Christianity.br br The conversation also touches on the dangers of modern charismatic movements, critiquing practices like speaking in tongues and the manipulative nature of prophetic fortune-telling within these groups. The dialogue presents a clear juxtaposition between the original covenantal theology and the modern interpretations that have drifted from biblical teachings. It concludes with a reflection on the consequences of false teachings and the role of believers in discerning truth from manipulation. br br 00:00 Introductionbr 00:31 The Influence of Chuck Smith and the Latter Rain Movementbr 05:06 Personal Encounters at Calvary Chapel and Speaking in Tonguesbr 10:03 The Charismatic Landscape of Southern Californiabr 14:02 Reflections on Chuck Smith’s Leadership and Legacybr 18:31 Understanding the Architecture of Latter Rain Theologybr 22:27 Biblical Misinterpretations and Their Consequencesbr 28:05 The Danger of Out-of-Context Scripture in Modern Evangelicalismbr 32:43 Prophecy in Scripture vs.