The Rise of Cults in America: A Survey of Church History with W. Robert Godfrey

Summary

This sermon explores the rise of "cults" in 19th century America, driven by religious freedom. It highlights two key types: restorationist cults like Mormonism, which claim to restore lost true Christianity, and healing cults like Christian Science, which focus on spiritual liberation from physical reality. The practical takeaway is to understand the characteristics of these movements to better analyze and discern their deviations from received Christian truth.