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Commentary and analysis of The Way International's doctrines, practices, and policies.

The Law of Believing - NO GOD NEEDED Print E-mail
Written by Dr. John Juedes   

 

Many groups teach a form of “believing,” sometimes called the “faith message,” “word-faith” or “the law of believing.” Of the many variations of this teaching, one of the most damaging is “the Law of Believing” taught by The Way International and its late founder Victor Paul Wierwille.    

    Like Kenneth Hagin, Kenneth Copeland and some other teachers, Wierwille teaches “believing equals receiving.” In other words, whatever you believe will indeed happen. One of their favorite verses is Mark 11:23-24:    

    “Jesus said, ‘Truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, “Be taken up and cast into the sea,” and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says will come to pass, it will be done for him.... believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”    

    Wierwille called this “believing equals receiving.” When you truly believe, you will receive what you believe.    

    Mark 11 highlights an important Biblical principle: faith is an essential part of the Christian life. As Hebrews 11:6 adds, ”without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”

Last Updated ( Sunday, 02 September 2007 )
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Actual Errors in Power For Abundant Living Print E-mail
Written by Rafael A. Olmeda   

Background: This list began as an attempt to refute the contention that the written works of Victor Paul Wierwille, founder of The Way International, are the "God-breathed" equivalent of Holy Scripture. In compiling this list, it was not my intention (or anyone else's) to demean Wierwille, judge him, or even question his motives. The only goal was to show that, by its own standards, PFAL disqualifies itself as the "God breathed Word."

Last Updated ( Saturday, 30 September 2006 )
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The Integrity of Your Word Print E-mail
Written by Rafael Olmeda   

It hardly seems like a big deal. Borrow a phrase here or a sentence there. As long as your goal is to make God’s Word known, what’s the problem? Is there a copyright on the Bible?

Some of the typical excuses for plagiarism center on the thought that no one is really hurt by it, and that everyone borrows thoughts and ideas. The book of Ecclesiastes reveals that there is nothing new under the sun: surely this includes expositions on reading and understanding the Bible, doesn’t it?

Last Updated ( Saturday, 06 January 2007 )
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The Destruction of Self Print E-mail
Written by Catcup   

We all know the benefit of a well-spoken word in time of trouble that lifts our hearts and helps us along. Sometimes, just the right scripture at the right time can give hope to the disillusioned, strength to the weak, and health to the soul. But when does scripture memorization cease to be a benefit to the individual and begin to be a tool of indoctrination?

I believe it is when scripture memorization is coupled with blind obedience to an unquestioned authority. Then, it becomes an indoctrination tool to get you to short circuit your own good judgment, a tool that controls your life by controlling your very thoughts. A tool they get you to use on yourself. It is my opinion that in The Way Ministry, scripture retemories are a very important tool NOT primarily for the benefit of the people, but to keep them in control. The Word of God truly is a Sword. It can be used to sever ties of bondage, Or it can be used to gut your conscience.

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 15 August 2006 )
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Why It's Not an Affair Print E-mail
Written by Rev. Patricia L. Liberty   

Rev. Liberty's web site is a "must visit" if you'd like to understand more about the topic of clergy sex abuse, exploitation and mis-conduct.

The issue of sexual contact between clergy and congregants is complex. Whenever a minister is exposed for such behavior the aftermath is traumatic for everyone involved. Churches feel betrayed, victims/survivors are marginalized and misunderstood and the families of all involved suffer greatly.  This article is intended as an informational and educational forum to increase understanding about sexual contact between clergy and congregants.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 25 May 2006 )
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