Explore the fascinating, mysterious, and sometimes dangerous world of evangelical Christianity, with host and creator Tara Jean Stevens. This documentary series focuses on different Pentecostal, and charismatic movements, one season at a time. Season 4 starts September 25th with a spotlight on the extreme beliefs and practices at the International House of Prayer, in Kansas City, Missouri.
In season 3, Tara Jean follows the Pentecostal spirit of revival to Nashville, Tennessee, where a once thriving church is up in flames and a mutilated body is found inside. In season 2, she examines the questionable teachings and spectacular spiritual practices of Bethel Church, in Redding, California. And, in season one, Tara Jean seeks to understand the “Toronto Blessing”, a movement she was raised in.
46 Available Episodes (46 Total)Average duration: 00:31:58
Apr 01, 2024
S4 BONUS 5: The Group of 5
00:52:24
In 2014, 5 young men went into a formal mediation process with IHOPKC leadership. On this S4 bonus episode, Tara Jean’s conversation with 3 of those 5 former community members. How did leaders respond to this airing of grievances, and, does it tell us anything about how IHOPKC is responding to the ongoing scandal today?
Dec 22, 2023
S4 BONUS 4: The Jane Doe Story
00:56:30
“Jane Doe” says Mike Bickle used scripture and prophecy to manipulate and sexually abuse her, starting when she was just 19. Tara Jean unpacks her story with the help of one of Jane Doe’s best friends at the time. Plus, Mike Bickle’s first public statement.
Dec 04, 2023
S4 BONUS 3: The IHOPU Meeting
00:36:33
It’s been about a month since allegations of sexual clergy abuse surfaced against IHOPKC founding-leader Mike Bickle. As the leadership's handling of the matter continues to be scrutinized, how did they break the news to IHOPU students? A member of the community recorded the meeting, so we can hear it for ourselves.
Nov 24, 2023
S4 BONUS 2: The Initial Investigation
00:36:45
One of the most-influential charismatic leaders in America has been accused of sexual clergy abuse, and Tara Jean is following along in real time. On this episode, some former IHOPers react to the latest developments. As well, reactions to Heaven Bent S4, a season that was raising concerns about IHOPKC right as these new allegations surfaced.
Nov 06, 2023
S4 BONUS 1: The Allegations Against Mike Bickle
00:17:43
The founding leader of IHOPKC has been accused of serious sexual and spiritual misconduct by multiple women. Tara Jean returns with an update, and, her conversation with 3 former IHOPers who returned to IHOPKC last weekend, to hear this shocking news officially announced by leaders of the organization.
Gracia dedicated 6 years to IHOP’s 24/7 prayer room. But, she has grievances about her time there, especially when it comes to how they handled her sexual assault claim. Also, on the final episode this season, the surprising person who is coming to Gracia’s defence
Oct 23, 2023
S4E5: The Micahs
00:40:15
An exorcism? A false-murder confession? Rumours of a sex cult? Tara Jean explores the aftermath of Bethany Deaton's death. Also, a further spotlight on how IHOP leadership managed this crisis in their community.
Oct 16, 2023
S4E4: Bethany
00:46:27
It’s 2012, IHOPU student Bethany Deaton dies in a shroud of mystery. Tara Jean explores what really happened and how it put IHOP’s spiritual practises, leadership and culture into question.
Oct 09, 2023
S4E3: Austin
00:40:48
God wanted Austin Williamson to be famous, according to some leaders at the International House of Prayer. Austin dishes to Tara Jean about his time on IHOP’s elite worship team, and his coming out journey.
Oct 02, 2023
S4E2: Rachael
00:49:59
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.
Apr 01 | 00:52:24
S4 BONUS 5: The Group of 5
Dec 22 | 00:56:30
S4 BONUS 4: The Jane Doe Story
Dec 04 | 00:36:33
S4 BONUS 3: The IHOPU Meeting
Nov 24 | 00:36:45
S4 BONUS 2: The Initial Investigation
Nov 06 | 00:17:43
S4 BONUS 1: The Allegations Against Mike Bickle
Oct 30 | 00:49:35
S4E6: Gracia
Oct 23 | 00:40:15
S4E5: The Micahs
Oct 16 | 00:46:27
S4E4: Bethany
Oct 09 | 00:40:48
S4E3: Austin
Oct 02 | 00:49:59
S4E2: Rachael
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