The Challenge of Discernment Globally (Part 1) - E.20 - Holly Pivec
The Holly Pivec Podcast
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30m
The future of global Christianity is African, but this explosive growth is under massive attack. Join us as we interview Paul Carden (Centers for Apologetics Research) and Rodgers Atwebembeire (Africa Center for Apologetics Research) to discuss the hidden dangers, manipulative movements, and organized cults aggressively targeting Christians across the continent.
This is a deep dive into the "flip side of the Great Commission"—the vital work of doctrinal polemics and counter-cult ministry needed to prevent spiritual disillusionment and protect millions from toxic, heretical teaching.
In this Urgent Discussion, You Will Learn:
Why the Word of Faith and Prosperity Gospel movements are devastating in Africa.
The difference between general apologetics and cult-focused doctrinal polemics.
How aggressive international cults like Shincheonji (South Korea) and UCKG (Brazil) are operating.
The terrifying reality of indigenous false prophets—from those commanding followers to eat grass to those causing mass starvation deaths (e.g., the Shakahola Forest tragedy).
Why the chaos of extreme charismatic groups, including the New Apostolic Reformation, makes orderly cults, like Mormonism, appealing.
The danger of spiritual inoculation: when false doctrines turn people away from true Christianity.
Original Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLoTDNarR0g
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