Are you in the throes of Transformation?
Herescope was requested to prepare a “thumbnail sketch” — an overview — of what constitutes “transformation.” Below is an outline summary which many will find helpful. “Transformation” is the end-goal of a process that moves from TRADITION through TRANSITION to TRANSFORMATION. This is sometimes called a “Paradigm Shift,” which means that Transformation shifts one’s worldview […]
The Newest Heresy of the NAR: Orality
The latest fad is potentially the most grievous heresy to arise in the recent history of the Church. It is a repudiation of literacy — the written Word. It is now widely being taught to missionaries, particularly through mission groups closely associated with the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). This new heresy is called ORALITY, which […]
Deceptive CHANGE vs. Make it Plain
The following article was prepared by Anton Bosch, inspired by reading last week’s Herescope blog posts on “change” and the deceptive process of “transition.” Herescope was critiquing John C. Hillary’s article “Paradigm Change: More Magic than Logic” and comparing it with Chuck McAlister’s purpose-driven (www.pastors.com) formula for church transformation. Make it Plain“Write the vision and […]
Oldie But Goodie #1: John Wimber & “Joel’s Army”
Occasionally Herescope will post items from the past as an Oldie But Goodie (OBG). These items from our archives illustrate the heresies of the New Apostolic Reformation. Today’s excerpts come from a 1984 “Spiritual WARFARE!” Conference sponsored by John Wimber’s Vineyard Ministries International. This conference would have taken place during the key time period when […]
CHANGE: “Coping With Disconnectedness”
This is the last in the series of posts pertaining to a review of John C. Hillary’s 1990-1991 article “Paradigm Change: More Magic than Logic.” Today’s post will focus on a section of his article entitled, “COPING WITH DISCONNECTEDNESS.” The thoughts in this section of Hillary’s article are particularly comparable to the 6-part series by […]
The Spirituality of Intentional CHANGE
Don’t Be Afraid To Take Risks(Proverbs 3:5-7)There will be times when you will have to step out, on faith, to proceed with the transition without fully understanding how you can take the next step. This will more than likely happen when you engage in your first major building program. Chuck McAlister, “How to transition an […]
Transition: Changing an Organization’s PURPOSE
“Become an Expert on the Process of Change(Hebrews 6:1-3; Psalm 48:14; Isaiah 42:16; John 16:13; Psalm 27:11)Read everything you can get your hands on about leading an organization through change. Use the knowledge you gain to keep evaluating, not only the stages of your process, but also the methods you’re using to implement change.” Chuck […]
First & Second Order Paradigm Change
Change results in “transformation.” Transformation is a new paradigm, a new worldview. Transformation is systemic. It is global. It is not just affecting the Church, but all of the entire social and cultural systems of the planet. Transformation is intentional and planned. It isn’t just a “new world order” political change, but is also mystical […]
Joel’s Army
Do you want to understand more fully this concept of “Joel’s Army”? The second edition of Joel’s Army, a booklet by Jewel Grewe, has just been re-published. This completely updated book is now available on-line at: http://www.discernment-ministries.org/JoelsArmy1.htm. It can also be purchased for only $3.50 a copy from Discernment Ministries. See http://www.discernment-ministries.org for details. Today’s […]
Using CHANGE to facilitate TRANSFORMATION
The Discernment Research Group has received numerous requests to discuss in more detail the PROCESS of transformation. The following series of posts will attempt to answer this pressing need. CHANGE is a necessary component to create church “transformation.” Change is a foundational assumption — something that everyone must agree is necessary — before the process […]