Support the show:<br />https://www.patreon.com/branham <br /><br />Available on Spotify, Google, and Apple Podcasts:<br />https://william-branham.org/podcast <br /><br />Weaponized Religion: From Christian Identity to the NAR:<br />Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735160962<br />Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCGGZX3K<br /><br />John invites Jed Hartley to "detangle" IHOPKC. Both share personal stories of how their upbringing in a doomsday cult shaped their worldview, their identity, and their spiritual journey, particularly the psychological toll of believing that the end of the world was imminent. They delve into the damaging effects of these apocalyptic beliefs, the constant sense of urgency, and the tension between grandiose expectations and the mundane realities of life.<br /><br />As the discussion unfolds, it becomes clear that the speakers grapple with the lingering impact of their time in these environments, especially how it influenced their sense of self-worth, relationships, and their pursuit of meaning after leaving the group. The transcript touches on the role of ego in apocalyptic religious communities, the dangers of believing oneself to be a central figure in God’s plan, and the challenges of disentangling from such deeply embedded beliefs. Ultimately, it highlights the complex process of healing, learning humility, and redefining one’s faith or lack thereof after such formative experiences.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />02:00 Personal Background and Growing Up in Apocalyptic Communities<br />04:00 The Influence of Apocalyptic Beliefs on Childhood and Parenting<br />06:00 Discussion on Apocalyptic Cults and Their Psychological Impact<br />09:00 Doomsday Cult Mindset and Theological Differences<br />12:00 Questioning End-Times Theology After Leaving the Cult<br />15:00 Reflections on the International House of Prayer’s Prophetic Promises<br />20:00 British Israelism and the Pentecostal Movement’s Apocalyptic Focus<br />26:00 The Role of Ego in Apocalyptic Religious Movements<br />30:00 Coping with Guilt and Self-Inflicted Pressure<br />36:00 The False Promises of Prophecy and Personal Disillusionment<br />41:00 Rewriting Religious Texts to Fit Apocalyptic Narratives<br />46:00 The Psychological Toll of Leaving a High-Control Religious Group<br />50:00 Struggles with Boredom, Loneliness, and Urgency After Leaving<br />54:00 Learning to Embrace Normalcy After a Life of Apocalyptic Expectation<br />1:00:00 Closing Thoughts on Healing and Moving Forward<br /><br />______________________<br />– Support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/branham<br />– Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBSpezVG15TVG-lOYMRXuyQ<br />– Visit the website: https://william-branham.org<br />– Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WilliamBranhamOrg <br />– Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@william.m.branham<br />– Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmbhr<br />– Buy the books: https://william-branham.org/site/books
