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 and Adam discuss the complexities and peculiarities associated with spiritual intelligence reports and the broader practices within certain religious movements. They dive into the monetization of prophecy, highlighting examples like Bethel Church’s $2,200 spiritual intelligence reports and its connections to historical movements such as the Latter Rain and New Apostolic Reformation. The conversation includes critical insights into how these practices intertwine with folklore, religious beliefs, and modern consultancy-style business models.<br /><br />The discussion also explores historical parallels, such as ancient practices of animating idols, and their reflection in today’s religious contexts. They question the ethical and theological implications of monetizing spiritual gifts, the influence of these reports on high-level decision-making, and potential risks such as misinformation or misuse. Throughout, the hosts provide thoughtful critiques while tracing the roots of these practices back to broader cultural and religious movements, encouraging listeners to think critically about the intersection of faith, commerce, and spirituality.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />01:37 Analyzing the Prophetic Intelligence Report Concept<br />07:03 Monetization of Prophecy in Modern Churches<br />13:02 Historical Roots of Prophetic Practices<br />20:25 Connections Between Religious Movements and Commercialization<br />28:31 Folklore in Religious Narratives<br />35:28 Questioning the Ethics of Spiritual Intelligence Reports<br />42:01 Risks of Intelligence Misuse in Religious Consulting<br />50:25 Reflections on Critical Thinking in Faith<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
