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Rachael Bailey was once on the cover of the Kansas City Star. The headline read: “Youth Cult”. But was it? This episode, Rachael shares her journey at the International House of Prayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They pray 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the return of Jesus. What could possibly go wrong? Join Tara Jean Stevens for her exploration of the International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, Missouri. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, Missouri, has been the #1 requested topic for a new season. So, here we go! Episodes coming September 25. The International House of Prayer, or IHOP as it's unofficially known, is a multi-million dollar, non-denominational, Christian organization that boasts a 24/7 Prayer Room. Thousands and thousands of people have been through its doors over nearly 25 years. In this season, we're taking a closer look at what happened there between 1999 and 201...
On this bonus episode, Tara Jean’s conversation with Caleb Campbell. His Mom is a well-known prophet from the charismatic movement. His family also has close-ties to the International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, MO - the subject for the NEXT season of Heaven Bent. This episode doubles as a teaser for what’s to come on season four. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You might not know this, but Sharon Kay Edwards, from season 3, once had dreams of becoming a Christian music recording artist. What happened to those dreams? What was the Christian music scene like in the ’80s and ’90s? And which Christian artists crossed over into mainstream superstardom? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free, at http://apple.co/heavenbentplus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
This episode comes out for free on 11/7, and is available early and ad-free for Heaven Bent+ subscribers! What does former Emmanuel member Sharon Kay Edwards think of season 3? And what’s the one thing she’d change about it? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free, at http://apple.co/heavenbentplus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the final episode of season three, the shocking truth about what actually happened at Emmanuel Church of Christ, on June 16th, 1987. And the verdict in the David Terry murder and arson trial. Plus, where has this journey left Sharon today and what does the future hold for her childhood church? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Tara Jean helps Sharon trace Emmanuel’s roots back to the 1906 Azusa Street Revival, in Los Angeles. The revival marks the beginning of a painful racial split in the Pentecostal church, leading Tara Jean and Sharon on an exploration of the appropriation of Black culture in the white Pentecostal church. Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Tara Jean shines a spotlight on the women and girls of Emmanuel Church of Christ, including founding Bishop-Overseer Nina May Pierce. How did she fight off the men in her church who thought they knew better? Sharon shares her own experience growing up as a girl in Emmanuel post-Nina's leadership. Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Emmanuel Pastor, David Terry faces murder and arson charges in a Tennessee court. What does his former lawyer remember about the trial? Also, Sharon confronts her dad about his memory of the trial and hears his perspective for the first time ever. Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
When the fire happened, in Nashville, Sharon was at Emmanuel’s church camp; speaking in tongues and crushing on boys. What dark secrets did the adults in her church keep from her? And why did they suspect a cult might be involved? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sharon learns about the early days of Emmanuel Church of Christ and its intriguing legacy of female leadership. Can this in-depth look at the church's history help us better understand what led to the tragic events of 1987? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's the morning of June 16th, 1987, in Nashville, Tennessee. Shortly after midnight, firefighters are called to a blaze at Emmanuel Church of Christ. What they find in the ashes would change this small Pentecostal congregation forever. Thirty-five years later, Tara Jean Stevens begins to unravel this shocking crime. On the journey with her is Sharon Edwards. She was just a kid when the fire tore apart her church family. Today, she wants to know the truth about what happened. Subscribe to Heaven...
It’s 1987. Nashville, Tennessee. Emmanuel Church of Christ Oneness Pentecostal is up in flames and a mutilated body is found inside. Who did it? Why is the congregation’s beloved pastor missing? And could a Satanic cult be responsible, or was it something else equally sinister? In season three, host and creator Tara Jean Stevens reveals the shocking details surrounding this mysterious and thought-provoking murder. Along the way, she learns about the church itself and the people who once sat in i...
In the final episode this season, what’s truly at the heart of Bethel Church, in Redding, California? And, is it a cult? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The eye-opening evolution of the image of Satan in the Evangelical Church. Plus, what does the Devil have to do with the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election. If you ask the leaders of Bethel Church, in Redding, California. The answer is a whole Hell of a lot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can God cure someone of their homosexual desires? Tara Jean Stevens explores “conversion therapy” and the “ex-gay” movement, within Bethel Church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A COVID-19 outbreak at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry makes national headlines. And, Sean Feucht’s “Let Us Worship” tour hits Washington, DC. Is he right? Could this be a “tipping point for revival in America”? And how about his critics? Will this be the superspreader event they’re dreading? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
At Bethel Church, they believe in the power to heal the sick and raise the dead. What could possibly go wrong? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens at Bethel’s bewildering School of Supernatural Ministry? And how do they plan to keep students safe as they return to class during the COVID-19 pandemic? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How much influence and impact does Bethel Church have in Redding? Turns out… a lot. And many locals are not happy about it. Is a cult really trying to take over this Northern California town? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In defiance of COVID-19 restrictions on mass gatherings and public singing, a Billboard charting worship leader from Redding, California launches a national, outdoor worship tour. Thousands of people show up at nearly every stop, and there’s barely ever a mask in sight. Is Sean Feucht a superspreader? Join Tara Jean Stevens, as she begins her exploration into Bethel Church, one of the largest and most unusual churches in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
You’ve never met. So, how does he know your phone number? Your children’s names? And what you do for work? On this final season 1 bonus episode, join Tara Jean Stevens as she takes a deeper look into the ministry of Shawn Bolz – a “pioneer” in the Apostolic Prophetic Movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Supernatural healings. Gold dust falling from the ceiling. Resurrections. Bethel Church, in Redding, California, is one of the largest and most unusual churches in America. What goes on inside its bewildering School of Supernatural Ministry? Is Bethel as powerful as its critics believe it to be? And, during the COVID-19 pandemic, why are its most high-profile leaders defying public health orders? In season 2 of Heaven Bent, join Tara Jean Stevens as she continues to track the “Toronto Blessing” ...
Fire tunnels, gold dust, and a mysterious silver fleck. On this season 1 bonus episode: Tara Jean Stevens’ candid conversation with Bruce Vanden Berg. Like Tara Jean, he was once involved with the Toronto Blessing movement. Today, he has fond memories of his time with the church, but there also came a day when he knew he had to leave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In March of 1999, more than 300 Christians claimed that gold teeth or fillings had miraculously appeared in their mouths. Can any of these “dental miracles” be verified? On this episode of Heaven Bent, Tara Jean Stevens returns to her childhood church in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, to find out. Also, on this final episode of the season, Tara Jean, herself a former follower, comes to some personal conclusions on the ‘Toronto Blessing’ movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
In 1995, a pastor’s wife from Florida attended ‘Toronto Blessing’ services in Toronto, Canada. Just days after her return, the strange phenomena happening there started happening in her church back home in Brownsville. Was her trip a successful crowd-control reconnaissance mission? On this episode of Heaven Bent, Tara Jean Stevens tracks the spread of this controversial spiritual movement – where it spread, and why. Also, what’s the “new wine”? And what does it feel like to get “drunk in the spi...
Even the children fell to the floor, shaking and speaking in tongues. On this episode of Heaven Bent, Tara Jean Stevens explores the strange phenomenon known as “carpet time”. Was something supernatural at play? If not, what else could be going on? And, tracing the fascinating historical roots of the “Toronto Blessing,” we learn about the “Jesus Freaks” of the 1960s and 70s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They say she heals the deaf and blind. They even say “Mama Heidi” has raised the dead. On this episode of Heaven Bent, Tara Jean Stevens explores the divine healing ministry of Mozambique missionary and Toronto Blessing follower: Heidi Baker. Plus, what does science teach us about “speaking in tongues”? And, birthdates, the names of your children, the description of your childhood home – where does Prophet Shawn Bolz get his ‘words of wisdom’ from? He says it’s the Holy Spirit. His critics say… ...
In 1994, a small church next to Toronto Pearson International Airport suddenly became one of the city’s “Top Tourist Attractions”. Why did millions of Christians flock from around the world? Was something truly supernatural happening? 25 years later, join Tara Jean Stevens as she revisits the unusual spiritual movement she was a part of as a teenager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
