Issues, Etc. This Week in Pop-Christianity: Bill Johnson on Power and Authority – Pr. Chris Rosebrough, 9/26/25 (2693)
Sep 26, 2025
Chris Rosebrough, a pastor and host of the Fighting for the Faith YouTube channel, critiques the teachings of Bill Johnson, a prominent figure in the New Apostolic Reformation. He labels failed rapture predictors as false prophets while explaining the unbiblical nature of their claims. Chris delves into Johnson's influence at Bethel and the controversial concept of power and authority in charismatic theology. He argues that many Bethel healings lack medical verification and explains the psychological factors behind perceived miracles.
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Bill Johnson's Role And Emphases
- Bill Johnson is a leading figure in the New Apostolic Reformation and Bethel Music's network.
- He promotes a theology that emphasizes constant healing, power, and apostolic authority.
Unanswered Question About His Wife's Death
- Rosebrough notes Bill Johnson never publicly reconciled his teaching with his wife's death from cancer.
- He points out Johnson celebrated her life but did not address the theological disconnect.
Healing As Immediate Expectation
- Johnson instructs conference-goers to stand if they suffer lingering injuries or implanted metal pain.
- He frames Christ's cross as having judged disease so believers should expect present healing.
