I include this post in Theology 101 and Ecclesiology because people need this teaching now due to an off-balanced and misguided movement called the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). I also contrast apostles with elders, overseers, and pastors.
Prophets are proliferating today, so this topic needs its own post. Who are they? Do they understand prophecy before they exercise it? Do they need to be a part of a local church, or can they become independent? What happens when their prophecies fail? How do we judge the prophets and their prophecies?
Here are my observations from my own experience.
An online statement, though overall benefitting the body of Christ, defines apostle in a dangerous way. It is titled NAR and Christian Nationalism and was issued October 10, 2022. (Updated on Oct. 8, 2025)
This gift can be very edifying for you and the church. It is not a preacher’s inspired sermon. And don’t despise it, either, says the Scripture.
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