We'll Ride This Trail Again - The Rise of Post Branham Cult Splinter Groups - Revival History - 245

Support the show:   / branham   Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts: https://william-branham.org/podcast Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR: Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962 Audiobook now available!!! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQTNMSQP Come Out of Her My People Vol II: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNFN2XYR John and Charles discuss the evolution of the movement surrounding William Branham, focusing on the transitions that occurred after his death. They detail the historical context and geographic spread of message churches, particularly emphasizing how the message influenced the formation of sects within the broader charismatic and Pentecostal movements. Through personal anecdotes and historical analysis, they explore the cultic characteristics of the groups, their relationship to the Independent Assemblies of God, and the emergence of factions within the message community. The conversation also touches on the controversial connections between the message and other organizations, including the Independent Assemblies of God, the mafia, and the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). John highlights how the theology from the message served as a foundation for subsequent movements, with particular attention to figures like Paul Cain and Mike Bickle, who attempted to reframe Branham’s legacy. Charles provides insights into how these groups defined themselves, often around doctrines like Branham’s role as Elijah. Together, they outline plans to delve deeper into the divisions within the movement and its intersections with broader Pentecostal trends. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Post-William Branham history overview 04:20 Personal experiences with message churches 09:25 Defining a “message church” 12:45 Key figures and message church growth 18:10 Geographic spread of message churches in the U.S. 29:00 Connections with other movements and controversies 35:00 Key figures in the Western U.S. and Arizona 40:10 Expansion of the message internationally 50:30 Key historical figures and their impact 54:00 Underground groups and home churches 58:00 Plans for future episodes This updated timeline now reflects additional discussions about regional growth and the more specific nuances of underground groups and their structures, ensuring a full representation of the conversation. Let me know if you’d like further refinements. ______________________ – Support the channel:   / branham   – Subscribe to the channel:    / @leavingthemessage   – Visit the website: https://william-branham.org – Follow on Facebook:   / williambranhamorg   – Follow on TikTok:   / william.m.branham   – Follow on Twitter:   / wmbhr   – Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books