NAR: A Counterfeit Kingdom :: By Joe Hawkins

Published on: by RR10 Category:General Articles

In recent years, one of the most influential—and dangerous—movements within modern Christianity has been the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). Though it presents itself as a revival movement bringing fresh vision to the church, its roots, teachings, and goals stand in stark opposition to biblical Christianity.

A Brief History

The term New Apostolic Reformation was coined by C. Peter Wagner in the late 1990s to describe what he saw as a new wave of charismatic leaders claiming direct apostolic authority for today’s church. Unlike traditional denominations, this movement emphasizes modern-day apostles and prophets who supposedly receive fresh revelation from God. Wagner and other leaders argued that the church must be restructured under these apostles to fulfill its true destiny: bringing God’s kingdom to earth before Christ returns.

This vision departs dramatically from the historic Christian faith. Scripture affirms that the foundation of the church was laid by the apostles and prophets (Ephesians 2:20), with Christ as the cornerstone. The office of apostle in that foundational sense is not ongoing. Yet the NAR insists that new apostles are necessary to lead the church into “dominion.”

The Seven Mountains Mandate

Central to NAR teaching is the Seven Mountains Mandate, the belief that Christians are called to take authority over seven key spheres of society in order to establish God’s kingdom on earth. These “mountains” are:

  1. Religion – Reshaping the church and faith communities under apostolic rule.
  2. Family – Redefining family structures with NAR-approved authority models.
  3. Education – Influencing schools and universities with their brand of “kingdom teaching.”
  4. Government – Taking political power and shaping laws to reflect their vision.
  5. Media – Controlling information, news, and entertainment to spread their agenda.
  6. Arts & Entertainment – Using creativity, music, and film to advance their dominion message.
  7. Business – Controlling commerce and wealth to finance the expansion of their movement.

While Christians are indeed called to be salt and light in the world (Matthew 5:13-16), the NAR twists this call into a quest for dominion—a human effort to seize control over society’s institutions. This is not the gospel of Christ, but a political and cultural program disguised as spiritual mission.

Why It Opposes Biblical Christianity

At its heart, the New Apostolic Reformation undermines the sufficiency of Scripture and the authority of Christ. It does so in several key ways:

  • Extra-Biblical Revelation: NAR leaders claim direct words from God that often contradict or bypass Scripture. This undermines the completed canon of God’s Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
  • Man-Centered Dominion: Instead of waiting for Christ to return and establish His kingdom (Revelation 19–20), NAR teaches that the church must bring the kingdom now by conquering the seven mountains. This rejects the biblical teaching that Christ alone brings the kingdom in its fullness.
  • False Apostolic Authority: By elevating modern “apostles” to unquestionable authority, the NAR mirrors cult-like structures that place leaders above Scripture and the local church.
  • Dilution of the Gospel: The true gospel is about salvation through Christ’s finished work on the cross (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). The NAR often replaces this with a social or political agenda, reducing Christianity to cultural conquest.

A Counterfeit Movement

The New Apostolic Reformation is appealing because it promises power, influence, and cultural victory in a world spiraling into chaos. But it is a counterfeit kingdom. The Bible warns of such movements: “For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ” (2 Corinthians 11:13).

Jesus did not commission His church to seize political and cultural power but to proclaim the gospel and make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:18-20). The true hope of the world is not in conquering seven mountains but in the return of Christ, who will establish His righteous reign.

Until then, believers are called to faithfulness, not dominion; to watchfulness, not world conquest. The NAR offers a false hope that distracts from the true mission of the church and the blessed hope of Christ’s appearing (Titus 2:13).

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Give Ear and Believe :: By Bill Wilson

Published on: by RR10 Category:Bill Wilson, General Articles

Ha’azinu (Deuteronomy 32:1-52) means “give ear.” It is a Hebrew call to listen carefully to what follows. It is the name of the “Song of Moses,” beginning with “Hear (Ha’azinu), O heavens, as I speak! Listen, earth, to the words from my mouth!” Moses, nearing the end of his life, delivers this prophetic oracle as both a warning and a witness.

He foretells Israel’s future unfaithfulness and God’s righteous judgment. Yet this reaches across time to the Messianic redemption. Moses urges Israel to “take to heart” these words, for they are not trivial but “your very life” (Deuteronomy 32:47). Then, having fulfilled his mission, Moses ascends Mount Nebo to view the Promised Land he will not enter.

So, what does this have to do with you?

Within the song, Moses uses vivid imagery to reveal God’s heart. The LORD’s teaching falls like rain, nourishing His people as an eagle stirs its young to fly.

But Israel, once nurtured, grows fat and rebellious, chasing false gods. God warns that such rebellion will bring famine, plague, and the sword, yet His covenant remains. He will not abandon them forever.

The song offers a sweeping outline of divine justice: God chooses and provides (v.9-14), Israel rebels (v.16-18), God disciplines (v.19-20), avenges His people (v.27-33), declares His uniqueness (v.37-39), and finally atones for the land and His people (v.43).

Through every turn, God’s perfection and righteousness stand firm. Sounds a lot like life, right? Yet, through all of our trials, God’s promise is the same as Christ’s in Matthew 28:20, “I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.”

A key lesson is revealed in verse 7: “Remember how the old days were; think of the years through all the ages. Ask your father, he will tell you…”

The Hebrew word “olam,” often translated “old days,” actually means “eternity.” Moses is teaching us to see history not as isolated moments, but as a continuum of God’s eternal plan.

We cannot judge divine justice by the short span of our lifetimes. Instead, we must study the whole sweep of His work — from Adam to Abraham to Moses — and what Scripture reveals about the future. In doing so, we begin to understand God’s justice and faithfulness. Wisdom grows when we learn from those who came before us and trace God’s purposes through time.

Moses’ song reminds us that history is not random. It is “His-Story.” Every generation, every rise and fall of nations, every act of mercy and judgment serves one great purpose: to reveal God’s righteousness to the world. That’s why the call to study, obey, and pass down His word is not an optional exercise. It is life itself.

In a world quick to forget its past and redefine its future, Ha’azinu calls us to remember, to listen, and to trust that God’s justice is unfolding exactly as He intends. Our task is to keep the story alive in our hearts, our homes, and our generations until the final redemption is revealed.

As Deuteronomy 32:7 says, “Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations. Ask your father, and he will show you; your elders, and they will tell you.”

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