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  • Megachurch Pastor Condemns Mark Driscoll’s ‘Demonic Behavior,’ Apologizes for Inviting Sword-Swallower to Conference

    Megachurch Pastor Condemns Mark Driscoll’s ‘Demonic Behavior,’ Apologizes for Inviting Sword-Swallower to Conference

    John Lindell took time during his sermon Sunday to “apologize” for inviting both Driscoll and Magala to the Stronger Men’s Conference, which took place in mid-April. “I want to apologize and let you know I take full responsibility for the decision that was made to invite Mark Driscoll and Alex Magala to the Stronger Men’s

  • Mark Driscoll Responds with Teachings on the Jezebel Spirit

    Mark Driscoll Responds with Teachings on the Jezebel Spirit

    After a swarm of occurrences from last week’s Stronger Men’s Conference, Mark Driscoll has since been called off of the platform by John Lindell, reconciled to him and was then asked to publicly repent by James River Church for his comments about the Jezebel spirit being at the conference. So, what is Driscoll’s response to

  • Jonathan Cahn Speaks Out On Christian Controversies

    Jonathan Cahn Speaks Out On Christian Controversies

    Controversy is at the heart and the epicenter of much of our culture today. Unfortunately, this includes the church as well. In one of his latest messages, Rabbi Jonathan Cahn tackles this problem and how we as the body of Christ are to react to controversy. Looking at biblical principles, Cahn discusses how the first

  • John Lindell Calls For Mark Driscoll to Repent

    John Lindell Calls For Mark Driscoll to Repent

    John Lindell is calling on Mark Driscoll to repent. Following the controversy that ensued last week at the Stronger Men’s Conference, John Lindell is now asking Mark Driscoll to repent as he releases new information and personal communication between Driscoll and the Lindell family. In his message to James River Church, Lindell addressed the faith

  • UPDATE: Lindell and Driscoll Reconcile as Sword Swallower Responds

    UPDATE: Lindell and Driscoll Reconcile as Sword Swallower Responds

    Mark Driscoll and John Lindell have reconciled following controversy at the Stronger Men’s Conference. During the conference, Driscoll called out the spirit of Jezebel for being present due to sword swallower Alex Magala’s performance where he removed his shirt and climbed up a pole. Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues,

  • Morning Rundown: Reports: IHOPKC to Close Amid Ongoing Mike Bickle Scandal

    Morning Rundown: Reports: IHOPKC to Close Amid Ongoing Mike Bickle Scandal

    Here’s a quick rundown of the top stories on mycharisma.com: Reports: IHOPKC to Close Amid Ongoing Mike Bickle Scandal Recent reports indicate International House of Prayer Kansas City (IHOPKC) will close amid the sexual and spiritual abuse scandal involving founder Mike Bickle. A recording from IHOP University an internal email from IHOPU President Matt Candler

  • Driscoll, Lindell Megachurch Confrontation Sparks Controversy

    Driscoll, Lindell Megachurch Confrontation Sparks Controversy

    I arrived at my radio studio Monday to learn that social media sites were blowing up over the latest controversy involving Pastor Mark Driscoll. He had publicly called out the performance of a sword-swallowing acrobat as demonic without talking to the pastor first. The pastor, in turn, then called out Driscoll in midstream, shutting down

  • Megachurch Scandal Erupts at Iconic Gathering

    Megachurch Scandal Erupts at Iconic Gathering

    James River Church stirred up quite the controversy at their men’s conference that took place late last week. This happened during the Stronger Men’s Conference at James River Church after a performance by a swordsman prompted prominent ministry leader Mark Driscoll to make a statement about spiritual entities plaguing the church. The swordsman performance by

  • Megachurch Causes Stir Over Easter Invites

    Megachurch Causes Stir Over Easter Invites

    Who knew Easter could be so controversial? Megachurch Elevation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been stirring up controversy over this year’s invitations. Digital content creator Nikki Shearer explained in an interview with Pro Church Tools why the church will not be using key phrases like “the blood of Jesus,” “resurrection” or “Calvary” on their

  • SBC Removes More Churches for Abuse Policies, Female Pastors

    SBC Removes More Churches for Abuse Policies, Female Pastors

    The Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee has removed more churches from its denomination. As the Associated Press reported, one of the churches to be removed from the denomination is Immanuel Baptist Church located in Paducah, Kentucky. The church has been removed for having a female minister, Reverend Katie McKown. Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today!

  • ‘He Gets Us’ Remakes Tackle True Gospel Message

    ‘He Gets Us’ Remakes Tackle True Gospel Message

    Not everyone thinks the ‘He Gets Us’ Super Bowl ads are quite measuring up to the truth of who Jesus is. Associate Pastor Jamie Bambrick posted on his X account his take on what the ‘He Gets Us’ ads should have focused on instead of controversial pairs of people washing feet. “The Christian Super Bowl

  • IHOPKC Update: Ministry Vows to Make Changes Amid Scandal

    IHOPKC Update: Ministry Vows to Make Changes Amid Scandal

    In an update to the International House of Prayer Kansas City community, the ministry’s new interim executive, General Kurt Fuller, says that a lack of leadership training has dominated the issues currently surrounding the prayer room, and that these leadership issues will be addressed immediately. “I do believe that the purpose of this ministry was

  • IHOPKC Investigation of Misconduct Reports Continue

    IHOPKC Investigation of Misconduct Reports Continue

    In a new update to the International House of Prayer Kansas City community, Eric Volz, managing director of the David House Agency, reported that General Fuller, the new executive director of IHOPKC, is currently reviewing the history of misconduct at IHOPKC. “That review is far from over, but so far, we can say that for

  • Larry Tomczak’s Week in Review: The Capital Controversy: What Really Happened?

    Larry Tomczak’s Week in Review: The Capital Controversy: What Really Happened?

    Recently, President Joe Biden traveled to Valley Forge to portray himself like George Washington in the American Revolution. On national TV, he commemorated the controversial Jan. 6 event by promising to save America from the MAGA extremists and their fascist leader. He casts himself as the savior, defending democracy from dictatorship while celebrating his progressive

  • Stephen Strang: Let Investigation Find the Truth on Mike Bickle

    Stephen Strang: Let Investigation Find the Truth on Mike Bickle

    Some leaders at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City have called for an independent, third-party investigation into charges of “clergy sexual abuse” brought last week against Mike Bickle who founded the ministry. I wholeheartedly agree with the need for an independent investigation because the truth must come out, and often it’s hard to

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