Blog Posts, Christian History

It Felt Ancient. It Wasnโ€™t: Healing Revivalists & the Rise of Spiritual Authority

Between the First Wave of Pentecostalism and the Latter Rain movement, the mid-twentieth century healing revivals reshaped Charismatic Christianity. Authority shifted from church structures to individual leaders, experience became a mark of legitimacy, and personalities like William Branham, Kathryn Kuhlman, and Jim Jones influenced the theology, worship, and expectations that still echo in churches today.

Blog Posts, Christian History

It Felt Ancient. It Wasnโ€™t: Holiness Roots & the Birth of Pentecostal Experience

Charismatic Christianity often feels ancientโ€”but its core ideas are surprisingly modern. This first post traces the holiness movement, revivalism, and early Pentecostalism to show how experience slowly moved from confirming belief to reshaping it. Understanding this history is essential for biblical discernment today.

Blog Posts, But What Does Scripture Say About It?

โ€œIs He the Same Jesus?โ€ A Loving Look at LDS Beliefs and the Bible

Mormonism (LDS) is not Christianity. They follow a different Jesus--a created being, not God Almighty in the flesh. Their doctrine teaches salvation is earned (grace + works), that they can become gods, and rejects the Trinity. These aren't minor differences--they contradict the core of the Gospel. "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." -John 14:6 There's only one true Jesus, one true Gospel, and one way to be saved: by grace through faith in Christ alone. Put your trust in Him.

Blog Posts, Faith Journey Reflection

Reflections on My Faith: Seeking Truth in Christianity

Upon reflecting on my journey, I realized that I have not yet shared my story in any kind of meaningful way on this blog. Over the past few years, I have experienced significant growth and many changes. Here is a little bit about me and my beliefs.