AR #217 – Engaging Cult-leader Steven Anderson

Aug 25, 2017

Engaging with cult-leader Steven Anderson from Faithful Word Baptist Church, this podcast critiques his vitriol, denigration of the gospel, and extreme views on salvation. It exposes his false accusations towards Pastor Jeff Durbin and highlights the dangers of his distorted teachings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of discerning true teachings and calling out false interpretations in Christianity.

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Introduction

00:00 • 5min

Exploring New Age Beliefs and Spirit Animals

05:25 • 4min

Discussion on Spirit Animal Rings, Dad Jokes, and Addressing a Dangerous Cult Leader

09:15 • 3min

Identifying a Deceptive Preacher

11:48 • 10min

Challenging the Teachings of Cult-like Figure on Salvation

21:52 • 27min

Calling Out False Teachings and Upholding Truth in Christianity

49:20 • 4min

Reflections on Unconstitutional Treatment and Personal Connection

53:31 • 2min

Confronting False Accusations and Celebrating with Strong Drink

55:21 • 29min

Controversies and Criticisms in Christianity

01:24:17 • 11min

Discussion on Upholding the Law of God and Distinguishing Between Holy and Unholy

01:34:57 • 2min

Upholding Holiness in Speech and Ministry

01:37:24 • 12min

Confronting Deception and Championing Truth

01:49:21 • 9min

On this episode of Apologia Radio we engage some of the comments of the well-known cult-leader, Steven Anderson. Anderson leads an organization called, “Faithful Word Baptist Church”. He is known for his vitriol (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJDSriEhES8), his denigrating the gospel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pxj8y5ctmiE), his hatred for homosexuals (believing there is no salvation for them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsr52L4-v5g), his obscene behavior in the pulpit (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttxumEkHnKE), and for his denial of repentance and the lordship of Jesus Christ for salvation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oETLpDOyRQM). He is also known for his King James Version “Onlyism”; believing that if someone can’t understand the english of the 1611 King James bible it is probably because they are not saved (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJrptikLjq8).

Recently, Anderson abused his congregation by speaking for some time about Pastor Jeff Durbin. In his comments, he bore false witness about Jeff showing that he spent no time investigating the man he was attempting to slander. He referred to Jeff as a “dog”, a “pervert”, and “drunkard”. There were plenty of resources available to Mr. Anderson at the time of his “sermon”. Jeff has multiple resources available that would have offered some course-correction and would have protected Mr. Anderson from guilt. Here are some for your reference:

Jeff on the History Channel speaking about addiction:

Jeff recently teaching in Australia on addiction:

Jeff’s biblical approach to getting free from addiction to drugs and alcohol:

Jeff teaching on the Dividing Line about addiction:

The purpose of this episode is to engage in the same kind of critical engagement that we have over many years: to expose the cults and to bring the Biblical Gospel and Worldview into conflict with error. Unfortunately, in this particular case, it is uncomfortable and personal. We don’t want to avoid a critical examination of a cult just because it is uncomfortable or personal. Our hope and prayer before God is that Steven Anderson and his teaching would be exposed and that the people who follow him would be freed by the Biblical Gospel.

Thank you for your love, prayers, and partnership!

No King but Christ!

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