| Notes |
The New Apostolic Reformation is a rapidly growing movement of individuals, churches, and organizations that share belief in present-day prophets and apostles who govern the church and reveal new truths that all Christians need to release miraculous power on earth and to advance God’s kingdom. Leaders in this movement teach that New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) prophets and apostles share similar authority and functions with the Old Testament prophets and Christ’s apostles. These beliefs contrast sharply with those of the majority of Protestant Christians, who believe there are no prophets or apostles today who possess the same level of authority as the biblical prophets and apostles. Closely associated with the NAR movement are teachings and practices such as:
Strategic-level spiritual warfare;
Spiritual mapping;
Prayer walking;
Corporate fasting initiatives;
Seven Mountain Mandate;
Prophetic evangelism (including “Treasure Hunting”); Sozo ministry – classes teaching people how to work miracles (such as prophesying and healing people); and Supernatural schools of ministry, healing rooms and 24/7 prayer rooms.
The NAR is experiencing explosive growth in the Global South—Africa, Asia, and Latin America—and is also fast growing in the United States. Since the NAR is a movement, and not a formal organization, there is no official list of leaders or organizations. Some of the most influential U.S. leaders include:
Bill Johnson (Bethel Church in Redding, California),
Kris Vallotton (Bethel Church in Redding, California),
Mike Bickle (International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri),
Lou Engle (The Call),
Cindy Jacobs (Generals International),
Dutch Sheets (Dutch Sheets Ministries),
Rick Joyner (MorningStar Ministries In Fort Mill, South Carolina),
Randy Clark (Global Awakening),
Jane Hansen Hoyt (Aglow International), and
Cal Pierce (Healing Rooms Ministries). |