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Wealth, Cults, and Creativity in Faith
This chapter examines the financial operations of a renowned Houston church, highlighting the contrast between spiritual messages and materialism. It explores the psychology of cults, including the influence of charismatic leaders like Jim Jones, as well as the manipulative tactics used to control followers. Additionally, the discussion introduces a nonprofit interfaith church that prioritizes artistic expression as a spiritual practice, challenging conventional religious norms.