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Counterfeit Kingdom | Holly Pivec & R. Douglas Geivett
Counterfeit Kingdom | Holly Pivec & R. Douglas Geivett
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Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church
by Holly Pivec and R. Douglas Geivett
"A rigorous apologetic wake-up call regarding the mainstreaming of the New Apostolic Reformation and its departure from biblical orthodoxy."
📖 CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS | THEOLOGY | CHURCH HISTORY
An analytical examination of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), its emphasis on signs and wonders, and the theological implications of its "new revelation" for the modern church.
Extended Synopsis
In Counterfeit Kingdom, researchers and apologists Holly Pivec and R. Douglas Geivett provide a critical analysis of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). This fast-growing movement, once relegated to the fringes of global Christianity, has moved into the mainstream, influencing worship, theology, and church structure worldwide. The NAR emphasizes modern-day apostles and prophets who claim to receive direct, new revelation from God—a shift the authors argue distorts the historic Gospel and undermines the sufficiency of Scripture.
The text explores how NAR tenets often mirror New Age practices, focusing on supernatural "signs and wonders" at the expense of sound doctrine. Pivec and Geivett offer a meticulous "wake-up call" for faithful Christians, detailing how these practices can lead to the "shipwreck of faith" for the unaware. Beyond critique, the book serves as a practical resource for those concerned about loved ones swept into the movement, providing tools for theological discernment and a return to biblical foundations.
Author Profiles
Holly Pivec is a journalist and researcher specializing in new religious movements. R. Douglas Geivett is a professor of philosophy at Biola University and a noted scholar in the fields of ethics and apologetics. Together, they are recognized as leading experts on the New Apostolic Reformation, providing academic and theological clarity to complex ecclesiastical shifts.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- Pastors & Ministry Leaders: Essential for identifying and addressing NAR influences within local congregations and worship materials.
- Theology & Apologetics Students: A critical case study in modern syncretism and the preservation of Sola Scriptura.
- Concerned Laypeople: Practical guidance for navigating church transitions and supporting friends or family involved in the movement.
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9781087757490 |
| ISBN-10 | 1087757495 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Publisher | B&H Publishing Group |
| Publication Year | 2022 |
| Subject | Christian Theology |
Analytical Themes
- Scriptural Sufficiency: Contrasting the NAR's "New Revelation" with traditional biblical exegesis.
- Cultural Syncretism: Tracking the influence of New Age thought on mainstream charismatic practices.
- Ecclesiastical Authority: Evaluating the rise of modern-day "apostles" and their role in church governance.
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