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 invites Peter Yang, a former member of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), to discuss his religious journey Peter discusses his early experiences within Christianity, his introduction to the charismatic movement, and his association with the Vineyard church. He highlights key figures such as John Wimber, emphasizing the influence of charismatic leaders like Wimber on his faith. Peter also talks about his experiences with the Morning Star ministry and expresses disillusionment with some aspects of modern charismatic churches, particularly their focus on signs, wonders, and power evangelism while neglecting core Christian values like helping the poor.br br The conversation reflects on the differences between biblically-centered faith and what they perceive as the misguided focus of some charismatic movements. Peter and John discuss the often-commercial nature of modern ministries, their emphasis on prestige over biblical principles, and how the needs of the poor are often neglected. They emphasize the importance of adhering to core Christian values such as helping those in need, rather than being caught up in spectacle-driven ministries. The dialogue encourages listeners to return to the basics of Christianity, focused on community, love, and service.