How Pastors Get Rich
This article exposes the secret methods certain pastors use to get rich off God's people. Have you ever wondered how some pastors start a church and then become wealthy living in flash houses and driving luxury cars? Well this article exposes how they do it, extracting money from their congregations to fund their lifestyles. Here are the secrets they definitely do not want you to know. Read How Pastors Get Rich.
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Mormons - The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints
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Mormons - The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints
Christians have labeled Mormonism as a classical cult since its founder Joseph Smith created it in the 1830's. Why? The primary reason is that Mormonism insists that it is Christian when it clearly is something very different. Mormonism is a religion, but it is not in any sense a Christian religion.
Discover that unlike Christianity, Mormonism teaches that there is not one but many Gods, that Jesus was married, that Jesus and Satan are brothers, and that to be saved you must belong to the Mormon Church. Find out that heaven for Mormon women is to be eternally pregnant populating her husband's planet, and that the Mormon God is an exalted man from a planet near the star-base Kolob. Read some of the statements from Mormon apostles attacking the Christian church and how Mormon founder Joseph Smith called Christian beliefs an abomination. Read Mormons - The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints.
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Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church is Now a Cult
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Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church is Now a Cult
Brian Tamaki has turned his Destiny Church into a cult by denying an essential of the Christian faith, saying the bodily resurrection of Jesus did not occur - for Christians this is a really big deal. In 2004 on national TV Cultwatch designated Destiny Church as an "emerging mind control cult". By denying an essential of the Christian faith Cultwatch is reluctantly forced to reclassify Destiny Church as a cult. Read this article to review Brian Tamaki's 2010 preaching that moved Destiny Church out of the orthodox Christian sphere. Discover in this article video of Brian's failed prophesy to rule the country, audio of his doctrinal errors, and a picture of the ring that Brian has many of his male followers wear to show their submission to Brian Tamaki the supposed "tangible expression of God". Read Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church is Now a Cult.
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Harold Camping's End of World - Epic Fail
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Harold Camping's End of World - Epic Fail
Around the world followers of Harold Camping are shocked that their leader's prediction of the rapture failed, when the 21st of May 2011 came and passed. Showing the folly of setting dates for the world's end. Harold Camping and his timelines are now completly discredited. Harold Camping's earlier book "1994?" couched his predictions enough that when the year 1994 failed to bring the end Harold had an excuse, but this time he has painted himself into a corner. The rapture did not occur when he said it would, and therefore Harold Camping is a fake. Read Harold Camping says the World is About to End.
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The Cult - TV Drama
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The Cult - TV Drama Blog
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Can a TV drama be like the real thing? How well will it portray the suffering and psychological control found in a real cult? The Cult is going to air now, for the first time. Billed as a gripping thriller covering the manipulation of those in a cult and the horrors faced by those trying to rescue their loved ones. Follow along with each weekly episode, as Cultwatch's director blogs about the how the fiction is measuring up to reality. Click to read The Cult Blog.
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Cultic Mind Control and Greed in the Church
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Attack of the Super Apostles
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Are you hearing phrases like "Obey, Apostolic Mandate, Five Fold Ministry, Tithing, Honor the Pastor, Set Man, Theocracy, Under Authority, Covering, Robbing God, or Submit" at your church?
Cultwatch's web servers are running hot as Christians rush to download Cultwatch's in depth expose of the "Super Apostles". If you are a Christian you need to read these articles. Get informed and get warned about the Super Apostles' clandestine push to mainstream Mind Control practices in the Christian Church. Protect yourself, your friends and family.
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The Super Apostles Series
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Read this article first to get yourself up to speed regarding Super Apostles. This introductory series consists of sixteen mini-articles from the Cultwatch
Director's weekly newspaper column. When they first appeared in early 2003 they caused a massive stir. Many positive reactions. Also some abusive
emails and phone calls from certain upset Pastors. Read them for yourself and find out what the fuss was about.
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Authoritarian Church Leadership and the Individual Freedom of Church Members
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The Super Apostles claim an extraordinary amount of authority over their church members. But what does the Bible say? This insightful paper examines in depth the Biblical view regarding authority, contrasting it with the views of authoritarian leaders like the Super Apostles. All Pastors and Church Members need to read this paper.
After reading this paper anyone who considers the Bible as the ultimate arbitrator for Christian doctrine, faith, and practice will quickly see the errors in the Super Apostles outrageous authority claims.
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Church Leadership Authority
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This paper examines the authority teachings of the Super Apostles. Using actual quotes from the Super Apostles' own studies the paper explores their arguments. The Super Apostles' twisted interpretations of Bible verses are countered, and then the paper examines the arguments from Scripture that refute their
authoritarian claims. This is one paper the Super Apostles would not want you to read!
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The Importance of Discernment
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How do Christians tell if a Christian Leader is teaching truth or falsehood? Has God given Christians instructions to help them discern between good and bad teaching? Is how we feel about a Christian Leader a valid measure of truth? If a person is
successful, popular, and up to date with latest trends, does that mean that they cannot preach error? Read this article to discover what the Bible says about discernment. Discover how to protect yourself, your family, and your friends.
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Tithing and Enforced Giving
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Money is a big thing for the Super Apostles. So they insist that Tithing is a non-optional duty for Christians (plus extra offerings on top of course). What is more the money must go only to your Local Church. The Super Apostles are so concerned that their members will cheat them that they have instigated a system of "Enforced Giving" where they record their member's giving. If members fail to give the correct
amount then they are in trouble. Is Tithing really mandatory? Is it even taught in the New Testament? Is Enforced Giving Biblical? Read this Cultwatch paper on these questions. Discover how the Super Apostles and the Bible are once again at odds with each other.
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Tithing, is it really for Christians?
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Does the Bible really instruct Christians to tithe? Check out CULTWATCH's new web site www.TithingDebate.com and discover what the Tithing Teachers don't want you to know. The following is a sample of the wealth of information you'll find at TithingDebate.com: You'll discover that the Tithing Teachers are taking Malachi out of context. That Christians are not under the Mosaic law discussed in Malachi. That the term “storehouse” cannot equal the “local church”. That the pattern of the tithe being taught today (ten percent of your gross income per year) is not found anywhere in the New or Old Testament. Also, Jesus never instructed Christians to tithe, and the early church did not tithe. These and other startling Bible facts revealed at www.TithingDebate.com
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Super Apostle Book Reviews
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In this section Cultwatch reviews books that are used by Super Apostles to justify their claims. We start off with an in-depth review of Peter C. Wagner's seminal book Church Quake. Keep an eye on this section for more reviews. And if you would like to write a review yourself, then please contact the web master.
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Legalism versus Grace
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What Jesus and the Apostle Paul have to say about legalism? Is legalism a false gospel because it adds works to the gospel? How does grace fit in? Discover from Scripture just how unchristian legalism is. If you are involved in a legalistic church, like a Super Apostle church, then this article could start you down the road to freedom. We recommend you read it now.
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The Famous Super Apostle Detector
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Wondering if your church leader is a Super Apostle? Find out by using the Cultwatch Super Apostle Detector. With it you can scan your church or leader and see if they have been taken in by this counterfeit apostolic move. The Cultwatch Super Apostle Detector was written by Cultwatch and is simple to use; just answer each question the Cultwatch Super Apostle Detector asks you by pressing one of the on screen YES or NO buttons. The detector is written in Javascript and runs in your browser (compatible only with Internet Explorer at the moment). To start the detector simply click here or on the green Super Apostle Detector graphic next to this text. Happy scanning!
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Cults
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Cults
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In this section we answer the frequently asked questions about various cults, and then link to some of the best web sites to help your research.
Be aware that this section contains information that Cult Leaders have expressly forbidden their members to read - which to our minds is the best recommendation possible! Click on our "Cults" link and find out just what has got them so upset.
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Super Apostles
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A Cultwatch special investigation has revealed the rise of a false apostolic ministry in the Body of Christ. "Super Apostles" who claim an exclusive line to God are seeking to dominate Christians. Churches under these Super Apostles are employing Mind Control on a significant scale and are seeking to trick other Church leaders into joining them. If you are a Church Leader, or you have been increasingly hearing phrases like "Local Church", "Apostolic Ministry", "Authority", "Theocracy", "Submit", then it is recommended you read this warning.
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The International Church of Christ (ICOC)
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The International Church of Christ has branches around the world. Usually their branches have the words “Church of Christ” in their name. Another way to spot them is that they sing acapela, that is without instrumental accompaniment. This cult targets students on campus, in malls and on the street. If you know someone in the 18 to 27 age group you must warn them before they are approached. This cult is adroit at recruiting young Christian students.
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The Mormons
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Their official name is “Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints”. This group claims to be Christian yet teaches things which most people would immediately recognize as very unchristian. For example, Mormons believe Jesus and Satan are brothers, and that God came from a small planet near the Star base Kolob!
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Destiny Church
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Brian Tamaki has turned his Destiny Church into a cult by denying an essential of the Christian faith, saying the bodily resurrection of Jesus did not occur - for Christians this is a really big deal. In 2004 on national TV Cultwatch designated Destiny Church as an "emerging mind control cult". By denying an essential of the Christian faith Cultwatch is reluctantly forced to classify Destiny Church as a cult. Read this article to review Brian Tamaki's 2010 preaching that moved Destiny Church out of the orthodox Christian sphere. Discover in this article video of Brian's failed prophesy to rule the country, audio of his doctrinal errors, and a picture of the ring that Brian has many of his male followers wear to show their submission to Brian Tamaki the supposed "tangible expression of God".
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The Jehovah’s Witnesses
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Their official name is the “Watchtower Bible and Tract Society”. At CULTWATCH we have seen many people damaged by this group. Follow this link to find out the information they do not want you to know.
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How Cults Manipulate and Control Their Members
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How Cults Work
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One of the best ways to spot a cult is by knowing "How Cults Work".
Discover the secret manipulative techniques Cult Leaders use to control their members. Find out about the deceptive ways they will try to recruit you, your friends and family.
Print out a copy of "How Cults Work" send it to your friends, especially if you suspect they are in a cult.
Since cults heavily target students, parents should educate their children about how cults work, especially if their child is moving away from home to study. If they have already moved, then print out a copy and send it to them - now!
"How Cults Work" can also be viewed at the CULTWATCH web site www.HowCultsWork.com
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Major Belief Systems that are Not Cults
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World Religions
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World religions are not cults, but cults are often based around them.
Our "World Religions" section answers frequently asked questions about most major belief systems. Discover their history and what they believe.
Many people are shocked when they discover that they are religious, even when they thought they were not. Explore how your belief system shapes and moulds your life.
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Other Interesting Articles
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Fascinating Articles
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Articles of interest related to cultic subjects.
Remember to search cultwatch.com by using the tabs at the top of the page.
There is much more information at cultwatch.com, remember the listings on this page are just a sample.
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Satanic Ritual Abuse
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The text of a FBI Behavioral Science Unit Report into Satanic Ritual Abuse.
Cultwatch recommends that any law enforcement officer considering acting against someone accused of Satanic Ritual Abuse, first read this report in it's entirety.
1992 FBI Report -- Satanic Ritual Abuse by Kenneth V. Lanning, Supervisory Special Agent Behavioral Science Unit - National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime.
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Hard Facts About Satanic Ritual Abuse
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WARNING: Because of the horrific nature of these reports, some of this article may be disturbing to readers. Every attempt has been made to deal with the subject objectively and with circumspect language.
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The Occult
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More about the occult; including information of so called Christian authors who have faked occult experiences for fame and fortune.
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Recommended Books
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KINGDOM LOST Novel
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Kingdom Lost the new Christian novel by Cultwatch Director Mark Vrankovich is causing huge controversy in Super Apostle churches.
If you're hearing phrases like "Obey, Apostolic Mandate, Five Fold Ministry, Honor the Pastor, Set Man, Theocracy, Under Authority, Covering, Robbing God, Submit" at your church, then you have to read Kingdom Lost now.
"If there is one novel a Christian ought to read in their lifetime, it's Kingdom Lost. It'll scare the willies out of everyone else too!"
Wayne Buchanan - Radio Talkshow Host & Assemblies of God Pastor
"Electrifying", "A story that's every bit as good a page-turner as a Frank Peretti novel", "Guaranteed to cause controversy"
The Baptist Newspaper
Find out more at www.KingdomLost.com
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Christian Apologetics
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The Logic Behind The Love
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Cultwatch's Logic Behind the Love course exploring Christian Apologetics has been a huge success. Proof that Christians are hungry to know the reasoning behind the faith
they hold, and also proof that our course teacher Christian Apologist Trevor Mander (M Div.) can explain complex subjects clearly and makes learning effortless.
Click this link for more details.
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