The Naked Cowboy: He's a Hillsong Pastor?!

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Pastor Ben Houston on stage with fellow pastor and "naked cowboy" Diego Simila

Pastor Ben Houston on stage with fellow pastor and "naked cowboy" Diego Simila

The big story last week was about the "naked cowboy" appearing at a Hillsong women's conference in New York. The "naked cowboy" (who actually has underwear/briefs on) turns out to be a Hillsong youth pastor. In case you don't know, the "naked cowboy" is a real character who walks around Times Square in New York City. So it appears that the staff at Hillsong thought it would be funny for someone to portray that guy on stage at this woman's conference. Once again, Hillsong has been caught on camera doing something questionable and inappropriate, but we're supposed to trust them and not believe what we can see with our own eyes. Dr. Michael Brown, the very respected and scholarly Charismatic leader said this:

Yes, Dr. Brown, it's accurate. Are you gonna ignore this obvious and blatant example of charismatic worldliness-you know, just like you normally do?? Here's an article from the great researchers at Church Watch Central that fills in the details of this situation: Church Watch Central

The Naked Cowboy Appears at Hillsong Women's Conference

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Hillsong continues to astound by their complete and utter disregard for how scripture instructs Christians to conduct their lives in this present evil age. First they brought us Sleezy Silent Night. Then they had the sexual pervert Austin Powers appear at their women's conference in London and now they'e had The Naked Cowboy appear at their women's conference in New York (actually it's their youth pastor dressed up as the "naked cowboy"). We fear to see what they have in store for their next conference.

For more (serious) information about Hillsong check out: The Brian Houston & Hillsong Cornucopia of False Doctrine, Abuse, Obfuscation & Money Generation

For those who think it's mean, judgmental and un-loving to criticize Brian Houston (or any other popular teacher) here's something just for you: Shocking Stuff You're Not Supposed to Know.

If you're having a knee-jerk reaction to try and defend Hillsong, check out: Confirmation Bias: Why You Are Protecting Your False Beliefs.

Finally, here's an article that will help you be more discerning and a lot less gullible: Defusing Demonic Dirty Bombs.

The Pandemonium of "Prophecy" Open Mic

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If you've never witnessed the bizarre pandemonium of "prophecy" open mic at Glory of Zion then grab yourself some drinking straws, padding and duct tape and get ready for one of the most insane things that you've ever seen done in the name of the Holy Spirit.

After watching this you will either think The Holy Spirit is a blathering idiot and is incapable of coherent and lucid communication or these people are under the deception of a really strong delusion. 

WARNING: If you watch the video below, you can never get those minutes back. Just for fun, be sure to watch for the cameo appearance of Dana Carvey (at 3:10 into the video) where he resurrects the character Garth (from the movie Wayne's World) and brilliantly combines it with the Church Lady character to create the Angry Plundering Lady!

Watch video at this link: Raid the Caves and Crossover - Passover 5776 Friday Morning

"Press in and take the plunder!!!"

Austin Powers Appears at Hillsong Women's Conference

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In the truth is stranger than fiction category: Austin Powers, an icon of sexual perversion made an appearance at the Hillsong women's conference (Colour Conference).

Hillsong London senior pastor Gary Clarke at the Hilsong women's Colour Conference playing the part of Austin Powers while Bobbie Houston watches on.

Hillsong London senior pastor Gary Clarke at the Hilsong women's Colour Conference playing the part of Austin Powers while Bobbie Houston watches on.

Why on Earth would a church's women's conference want an icon of sexual perversion to speak to their women and young ladies? What's next, a Jarod impersonator speaking at a Hillsong youth event? 

“But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints.” (Ephesians 5:3)

HT: Church Watch Central

Body Prayer?!?!

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This is what happens when you reject the authority of scripture and just start making your own stuff up. 

Apparently, body prayers begin with "Namaste".

Compare what you just watched to what Jesus said about prayer:

“Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples.” And he said to them, “When you pray, SAY: “Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation.”” (Luke 11:1–4)

C. Peter Wagner $400 Apostolic Bargain!!

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Wanna learn from a Super Apostle?! Wanna "Activate your Five-Fold Destiny" AND get your "Apostolic Breakthrough?" All it takes is a credit card and a large dose of gullibility. To avoid difficult math problems every DVD is $200...

(screen shot from the wagner Leadership institute)

(screen shot from the wagner Leadership institute)

““Unlike so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as those sent from God.””
— 2 Corinthians 2:17
““and in their greed they will exploit you with false words; their judgment from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep.””
— 2 Peter 2:3

(Here are a LOT more Bible verses that prosperity preaching false teachers hope you never read)

Bill Johnson's $400 Thumb Drive

New Apostolic Reformation Cornucopia of False Doctrine, Dominionism, Charismania and Deception

Bill Johnson Lies to Christianity Today Magazine?

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In the May 2016 issue of Christianity Today, Bill Johnson is asked, "So, what are your thoughts on the New Apostolic Reformation?" and he responds,

"I'm not completely clear on what it is." 

This is almost like Hillary Clinton saying "I'm not completely clear on what the Democrat Party is." Here's a very detailed article from Churchwatch Central about this breathtaking statement: 

Churchwatch Central

Here's another article from the blog Spirit of Error: Yes, Bethel and Bill Johnson are part of the New Apostolic Reformation

C. Peter Wagner invented the term New Apostolic Reformation and then claimed that he was in charge of it-which means that he decided who the "Super Apostles" would be. Bill Johnson is at the top of the list. But because the NAR is composed of various sub-groups, there isn't a master list; but Bill Johnson is part of Revival Alliance, which is 100% NAR. Most importantly, "NARpostle" Bill Johnson teaches all the things that the NAR teaches! The absolute low point of this movement was the Charismatic Day of Infamy (and they hope you don't know about it).

Bill Johnson doesn't want you to know about the false NAR teachings that are being exposed, so he's trying to pretend like there's no such thing as the NAR. Before the NAR there was the "Third Wave" and before that there was the "Latter Rain Movement." It seems that these groups eventually encounter difficulty trying to defend their un-biblical beliefs, so they use a new name to distance themselves from the controversy.

Here's C. Peter Wagner's 1988 book that was making statements and promises identical to the New Apostolic Reformation (only he was calling it the Third Wave back then):

We at Pirate Christian Media highly recommend the book: A New Apostolic Reformation? by R. Douglas Geivett & Holly Pivec for those who want to learn more about this gigantic, morphing movement that is eating up the church.

Here's a lot more information: The New Apostolic Reformation Cornucopia of False Doctrine, Dominionism, Charismania and Deception

Bill Hybels Talks About Popeye (Much) More Than Jesus

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In his sermon entitled "Unwavering: A Story of Obedience" Bill Hybels mentions the cartoon character Popeye dozens of times-he specifically quotes him fifteen times! He does this because God gave him a direct revelation: God told Bill Hybels to write and preach about our "Holy Discontent," which is a term he invented and repeats dozens of times throughout this sermon (which just happens to be the title of his book). Instead of using exegesis to draw the meaning out of the Bible, Hybels crams his concept of Holy Discontent into the story of Nehemiah and then uses Popeye to back up this theory. He doesn't mention Jesus at all until the end of the sermon (when he wants to inflict guilt upon his listeners). But don't worry, even though this is all conjured up in Hybels mind, he says God gave it to him. 

Listen to Todd Wilken give an amazing sermon review on this episode of Issues Etc.

"Holy Discontent" is a variation on the Purpose Driven Life; it's the idea that God didn't just die on the cross to just pay for your sins (because that isn't enough in seeker-friendly theology); God really wants you to take whatever you're most angry about and act on it. Basically, the Gospel is all about how God wants you to do stuff-lot's and lot's of stuff. According to Bill Hybels, God will look at your hands to see if they're all scarred and bloodied (like His) when we get to heaven. If you haven't done enough stuff (and your hands are nice and pretty), then God will be very disappointed with you. Get to work, Christian! Don't you wanna be like Popeye, Bono, Martin Luther-King Jr., Nelson Mandela and Bill Hybels?!

“For I determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified.”
— 1 Corinthians 2:2

For those of you who think it's mean and un-loving to criticize Bill Hybels (or any other popular teacher) here's a list of Bible verses to consider: Shocking Stuff You're Not Supposed to Know.

Finally, here's an important article that will help you be more discerning and a lot less gullible: Defusing Demonic Dirty Bombs.

The Lou Engle Kundalini Workout Program!

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Wanna lose a few more pounds? Well it's time to get spiritual-and get in shape!

Follow along with Lou and you'll be sweating off that extra weight in no time! Before you can say "who babba kanda" you'll be exhibiting your own personal Tourette Syndrome! Shabba!!

Jesus asks "What Do You Want Me to Do for You?" says Victoria Osteen

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Here's a 44 second clip from Victoria Osteen where she describes Jesus more like Santa Claus or a genie in a bottle than the Sovereign LORD of the Universe:

 

Victoria says, "When he walked through the streets, everyone he came in contact with, a positive change occurred in their life."

Really?? Hmmm...

“Jesus answered, ‘If you want to be perfect, go sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.’ When the young man heard this, he went away sad, because he had great wealth.”
— Matthew 19: 21-22
“The Pharisees came and began to question Jesus. To test him, they asked him for a sign from heaven. He sighed deeply and said, ‘Why does this generation ask for a miraculous sign? I tell you the truth, no sign will be given to it.’ Then he left them, got back in the boat and crossed to the other side.”
— Mark 8: 11-13
“‘And there were many in Israel with leprosy in the time of Elisha the prophet, yet not one of them was cleansed-only Naaman the Syrian.’ All the people in the synagogue were furious when they heard this. They got up, drove him out of town, and took him to the brow of a hill on which the town was built in order to throw him down the cliff.”
— Luke 4: 27-30
“‘Woe to you, because you are like unmarked graves, which men walk over without knowing it.” One of the experts in the law answered him, ‘Teacher, when you say these things you insult us also.’ Jesus replied, ‘And you experts in the law, woe to you, because you load people down with burdens they can hardly carry, and you yourselves will not lift one finger to help them.’ (vs. 53) When Jesus left there, the Pharisees and the teachers of the law began to oppose him fiercely and to besiege him with questions, waiting to catch him in something he might say.”
— Luke 11: 44-46; 53
“‘Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him. Just as the living Father sent me and I live because of the Father, so the one who feeds on me will live forever because of me. This is the bread that came down from heaven. Your forefathers ate manna and died, but he who feeds on this bread will live forever.’ He said this while teaching in the synagogue in Capernaum. On hearing it, many of his disciples said, ‘This is hard teaching. Who can accept it?’ (vs. 66) From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him.”
— John 6: 56-60; 66

Here's the full 5 minute video where this clip came from: Victoria Osteen-A New Way of Thinking

Here's an episode of Fighting for the Faith with a segment about Joel and Victoria Osteen.

For those of you who think it's mean and un-loving to criticize Victoria Osteen (or any other popular teacher) here's a list of Bible verses to consider: Shocking Stuff You're Not Supposed to Know.

Finally, here's an important article that will help you be more discerning and a lot less gullible: Defusing Demonic Dirty Bombs.

Holy Spirit Uses Smart Phone to Help Shawn Bolz Do Cold Readings

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The Holy Spirit must find it so much easier to transmit information now, thanks to hand held computing devices:

These people are teaching that Jesus Christ giving His life on the cross isn't enough; to really show His love people need to receive fortune telling-style "prophecy." 

 

More information about Shawn Bolz's senior pastor, Bill Johnson and Bethel Church: The Bill Johnson Cornucopia of False Teaching, Bible-Twisting and General Absurdity

Betrayed With a Kiss: Azusa Now's One World Religion

The False Miracles and Doctrine of Azusa Now-Fighting for the Faith

Shawn Bolz posted this photo with his good friend Todd Bentley on Facebook after this event:

Todd Bentley is the fraudulent revivalist who was at the center of The Charismatic Day of Infamy 

Shawn Bolz, Bill Johnson, Todd Bentley, Lou Engle and most of the people on stage at Azusa Now are hoping that you don't know about their history of false prophecies, scandal and non-Biblical teachings. 

Huge Gold Angel (Not) Seen at Azusa Now

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This is NOT a satire piece (Why Mr. Jansen didn't take out his cell phone and snap a few photos is not explained in this article):

"Jeff Jansen Sees Huge Gold Angel at Azusa Now-Charisma News"

But most importantly, "something highly significant has shifted," says Jansen. You know, just like every other time they have a meeting, conference or "revival." 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here are some Facebook screen shots from a few years ago that display Jeff Jansen's narcissistic  theology:

Super Soaker "Baptism"

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We'd like to "thank" Godz Gang for this awful example of treating the holy in a profane manner. Of course, all of this is being done in the name of being relevant and supposedly meeting the youth where they are at. The truly tragic part is that if you pay careful attention the kid being baptized wasn't actually baptized, he was only drenched by super soakers.

"I Like Big Buts" Easter Promo Video

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Relevant Church has made this little video to promote their Easter services; it does briefly contain some actual Bible verses, but it seems the truth of the Gospel isn't good enough, so they had to make reference to a cheesy and offensive song... after all, this is Relevant Church.

James Bond Marriage Series? Really??

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Because "spies are cool," and because men might show up at church more often if they talk about James Bond and pretend to be in one of his movies, Church by the Glades has done this:

So this church service is not focused on Jesus, but is more of a "marriage enrichment" session. And if that weren't a big enough distraction from the Gospel, they have this strange obsession with the fictitious character of James Bond, who is a "really cool" womanizer/adulterer. 

“For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the minds of naive people.”
— Romans 16: 18

Rick Joyner: "Jesus Chose Leaders Like Donald Trump"

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Remember in the Bible where it says: "Jesus was a tough character?" Well, it's not actually in the Bible, but Rick Joyner says so. Jim Bakker and Rick Joyner are trying to make the point that Jesus picked "tough guy" sailors to be his disciples (like Donald Trump), and Jesus was tougher than all of them (like Donald Trump). Short clip from the Jim Bakker TV Show:

Find "Inner Peace" and "Community" at... Nudist Church?

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If you think that finding true "Christian community without the pretense of traditional church" and "finding inner peace" is defined by individuals apart from God's Word, then you may end up like this church (which is part of a nudist colony):

Thankfully, the TV station blurred out the actual nudity...