Episode 1: The Prophet
Soul Survivors
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Impact of Authenticity and Authority in Charismatic Leadership
Early followers of Dr. Madeham and Mike at soul survivor festivals were personally selected and given words of knowledge, which profoundly impacted their lives and ministries. Charismatics believe in anointing individuals with specific gifts and callings, giving them spiritual power. Despite this, Mike Pillowachi's popularity stemmed from his authentic and self-depreciating humor, which made people trust him as an authentic figure rather than an authority figure, although he wielded immense authority. This authenticity and trust will be further explored, but for now, the focus is on the impact on teenagers at the festivals.
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