Those for whom they do manage to inveigle walk as lambs lead to the slaughterhouse, unbeknown to them that their will to think has been stolen by a shyster. To do so she would have to explain the contrasting theologies of Reformed and dispensationalism and theres no sense in enlightening her congregation and risk the chance they may lose their enchanted and hypnotic view of her. Always drawing some balance-scale, diagram, or square, or whatever, then slotting the four letters of YHVH, to show how those letters teach us Gods mysteries. This review of Hicks and her ministry was solely done for those who search the web looking for information on Christ Gospel Church and Sister Hicks. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. It's the stranger teachings that cause folks to want to hear more of what she has to say, and those things need to be addressed for the Witchcraft that they are. Every page contains baseless accusations that are rarely backed up and when they are they fall flat on their face. The case against Hicks as outlined by the newspaper weighed heavily in the favor of her accusers. No, its not the government but cons like these and Hicks, who provoke normal everyday citizens, who in turn petition their representatives for action. Its called lying. Initially, the purpose of this website was to write against the teachings of Hicks all the while avoiding the unavoidable, that Hicks church is a Cult. By analyzing her claims and weighing her teachings against the writings of the apostles this site will attempt to show that Hicks doctrine has no support from the scriptures and should be considered an inferred fabrication. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Listening to these tapes sounds similar to credulous kindergarten students lacking any sort of critical thinking sitting entranced as they hear their incredulous mother hen tell of fables and fairy tale stories. But those former members didnt go away lightly. More than three decades later, hiding behind a cloak of anonymity, he finds expression in this book of his need to point out her tiniest infractions. Today, many protestant churches have been conned by preachers who teach the wealth and prosperity gospel.

Many of those who have left the church do not want to be reminded of it. Some of the stories obtained were not used on this site mainly because some were too outlandish and others added no real content to the review. The time and work in research and study to be able to give to some a real inside look into the backstage machinations of Hicks and her church is more than worth it when one writes to say, Thanks, you saved my life. And it is for those that this site was created. Romans Letter reviews Hicks proof-text to determine whether Hicks Brides doctrine is sustainable from the Apostles writings. Because of an aberrant sect of Jews called Kabbalist. Garbage, complete and utter garbage. Bernice Hicks, better known as Sister Hicks, makes prolific claims for herself and the message she espouses. Hicks has a very alluring and compelling message which she links back and forth from the OT tabernacle to the bride in chapter 19 of Revelations who has made herself ready. Unmercifully does Hicks lay this hokey-pokey on her church they become so afraid that they also may be snuffed out of brides message and that without warning. A person who is aware of Gods truth would be open to criticism and instruction and would welcome such. Even orthodox Jews do not support kabbalism and consider its fascination with letters and numbers as heresy. . Scott Hahn follows the high adventure of God's plan for the ages, from Adam and Eve to the coming of Christ and the birth of the Church. Throwing out senseless trumpery like The demons are so powerful is a calculated attempt to keep her group under wraps. Information gathered was checked through a myriad of sources and based on known concrete facts and verifiability. But this hunt for mysteries has been gone on for ages, and true students and saints of God are not deceived by this and know that the quest is only a quest and a fools errand.

: The Rev. Really? The idiocy and absurdity of Hicks teachings still to this date continues to be carried on with her congregation. How to be Saved. Unlike others who could name a specific person or church that led them to Christ, Hicks has no one in the flesh to thank. Warning her congregation to stay away from those who come against the message is a blatant misuse of pastoral authority. Mitty was a fictional character about a daydreamer imagining himself transitioning from one heroic event to another. To hear Hicks say, And come He did, has such a ring to it. , ISBN-10 Hicks, like the 16th century church, has such a perverse control over the minds of those in her own church, that self-evident proof of plagiarism and brazen lying are glossed over and dismissed as pettiness. Find out the teachings of the Anti-Christ. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Publisher Win Your Partner Back After A Break Up? In another instance (listen below), Hicks describes with serious detail of the Holy Ghost dove appearing to her flying with breast in, then flops his wings out, and pulls back his feathers. This is so laughable, it even defies human superstition. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Does the Spirit of God teach us to be so respectful that we forfeit any common sense? She has proudly stated that shes being watching by an assortment of characters even those both from the FBI and KGB. , Paperback Some thirty to forty years later the writers of the NT began to spread the gospel through their writings in Greek language, the same writings that today form our New Testament, the Revelation of Jesus Christ. The warnings in the gospel and the epistles for the saints to remain faithful and stedfast were now all the more compelling as Hicks message gave it a more serious and sober aspect if one were to miss the bride. Unlike so many other testimonies of great christian leaders who have accepted Christ as their savior in the normal fashion of supplication and prayer, Hicks call to Christ came with much more high drama and theatre. Some who write suggest that the web page was written out of bitterness but be assured that the only bitterness would have been had it not been written. Some thirty to forty years later the gospel of Christ began to be spread through writings in the Greek language, the same writings that today form our New Testament. Hicks is a person who supposedly has written hundreds of books yet not one person nor one other book is given acknowledgment. Add in the proscription to stay away from ex-members, and there you have it, the people tucked away securely in the abyss, with little light to creep in from the stained-glass. The members of CGC sit under Hicks under no other pretense but that Hicks has received divine revelation through innumerable epiphanies. Moreover, are the archaic and outdated social prohibitions imposed on her unsuspecting flock.

He is such a coward that he won't even show his real name because he knows its completely false and untrue. She brings back the ole-time religion when people had backbone and fortitude to go along with their faith, not ashamed of the gospel. . Truly, a glorious day for Hicks that would later turn sour as her curious devotees learned those notes were plagiarized, see also below for comparison. When interviewed, speak as a lobotomized patient with glazed eyes claiming unrelenting support for self-evident skulduggery and hucksterism. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in.

, ISBN-13 Romans also shows some of Hicks more outrageous statements made to her congregation along with her fascination of Hebrew lettering. : This book is significant mainly because of the voice behind the printed words, that says more about the author than the subject of his book. No, its not the demons with which Hicks would have her flock to fear, it is her, and her threatening, and her feigned humility, and her lies, and her Kabbalah crap, which those in Christ Gospel Church need to fear. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. As Hicks would have one-too-many epiphanies that would later provide unequivocal proof that Hicks was a fraud plagiarizing another authors notes, thus providing proof, not of any legitimacy, but of quackery and a charlatan. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. It is our hope that this site gives a clear and fair judgment of Hicks and her teachings, leading to the salvation of some. Hicks continues her rant stating she just cant imagine living without her bible? And who would have thunk it, Hicks had copied this little book by a kaballist author. Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016, Go to webpage to hear soundbites referenced in the book: https://romansletter.wixsite.com/sisterhicksrevealed, Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2016. Why so many hostile disagreements if were led by one Holy Spirit? Much of her biblical doctrine is taken bit by bit from varied viewpoints common among theological circles.

Cults were a hot topic back then with the Jim Jones tragedy still fresh in the minds of many Americans. The lies and deceit of Hicks would begin to unravel with the discovery of a book by Carlo Suares and set in motion the exodus of many of her initial proselytes.

The subjection of young children to Hicks scheme, which denies them not only of a normal life and development but all of their dreams are put on the back-burner so their parents can fulfill all of Hicks abuse by being forced into the dress-separation and the spending of hours upon hours in church jerking their heads like lunatics. Inevitably, one who is unlearned first hearing Hicks throw out a few peculiar doctrinal phrases mixed with a little Hebrew and unpretentiousness becomes a perfect recipe for one such soul to become enamored and lured into an abyss of false doctrine, and possibly never to escape again to ever learn or attain true understanding and knowledge of the scriptures. Who they are will forever remain in the delusional mind of Hicks. Her group is under no delusion but the delusion that Hicks is a more than special. He rejected the leader, yet will not let go of her. Hicks claims to the preternatural are far beyond that of any common church pastor. So again, another failed attempt by Hicks to make specious claims to sophistry. Hicks, pastor of Christ Gospel Churches International. How Hicks today still convinces her people this preposterous idea seems only accountable through unbridled ignorance. The Memoirs of St. Peter: A New Translation of the Gospel According to Mark. Try again. Learn more. The Mission of God: Unlocking the Bible's Grand Narrative, WAKE UP! I will be the first one to go to prison in this country, theyve already said so, the spirit then witnessing, she further stating, Im well known among the communist, whether you know it or not, they said, Im telling you what they said, inside information that Ive had, they are more afraid of me than they are of anybody else in the United States, Ill be on the top of their list, I guarantee it. Does this even deserve a comment? The new teachings of Hicks were so bizarre some were left with no choice but to investigate. But one only needs a cursory look into her thesis to find her doctrine utterly bereft of any legitimacy.

That message is called the brides message. Hicks claims that God personally gave her this teaching. No, she doesnt come with much fanfare, she comes humble, with no fancy degrees from the cemetery, that is, seminary.

All of this foolishness started back in the 70s when Hicks introduced this nonsense in secret meetings, listen below, as Hicks states to those there,now some of you havent gotten the name yet now one thing youre going to have to do in this group is learn the Hebrew alphabet. Nothing in the NT writings directly or suggestively conveys to us from the Apostles or Jesus himself that we as believers should follow Hicks pointless folly. Using the same ELS, the same findings and historical events were found in classics like Moby Dick. And there are NO reference nor bibliography pages given to any other writers or theologians. : How I Harnessed the Law of Attraction to R Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. In one instance, Hicks states, Jesus came and took her out of her body to meet three particular demons from the tribulation period, from night until the following morning. But thats what you get from Hicks, not anything of value or worth, just a show, a really big shew. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. Her congregation would never know who she follows because she never makes reference in her books. But throughout this undertaking one cannot escape the outrageous claims made by Hicks, the absurdity for which is both disgusting and laughable. Thus, the children are left to suffer the violation of their innocence, following and enduring anachronistic ideologies and dress codes for which they do not understand only to be subjected to ridicule by their peers, notwithstanding their own skepticism and suspicions that for some are never answered. No Import Fees Deposit & $14.53 Shipping to Brazil. For instance, and as is her own proclivity and wont, Hicks joined in on the bandwagon of Y2K sensationalist propagating impending disaster, when the experts had said that it would be nothing more than a minor inconvenience, and so it was. Thus, her members are forced to live in a vacuum, only seeing outside christian churches as not eschewing the works of the flesh to be part of the bride. , CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1st edition (June 20, 2016), Language All of her proof-text used to support her brides theory is riddled with poorly drawn exegesis and contradiction. Hicks strikes out at lukewarm christianity with a vengence pointing out mealy-mouthed doctrines of conformity and hypocrisy. Nevertheless, Hicks folks need not worry for she has been given this brides message from the Lord personally, and in that message are the secrets that will help assure them of making the bride. Her group rationalizes all that they see on the outside in the normal processes of their minds not understanding the Cult leader does not operate in the normal but in the psychotic world of delusion. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Hicks starts her sermons with her Hebrew nonsense and ends with it. Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2016, A very revealing book of the danger of a cult org. Hicks has long been suspected of cultist activity being previously investigated by the Louisville Courier Journal. Nothing in the NT writings directly or suggestively conveys to us from the apostles or Jesus himself that we as believers should follow Hicks pointless folly.

Christ Gospel Church and Sister Hicks Revealed: A Critique of the Brides Message. All in all, it was a good read though. Firstly, anyone claiming to be knowledgable enough to discredit someone with 20+ years more experience than themselves should be more forthcoming with their identity. She alone is so special, Christ came to her personally, stay with me. The more alarming and disturbing concerns are her teachings of Kabbalism and its brew of chanting and incantations. Had Jesus taught the same mystical use of the Hebrew language, would not He have spoken the same to the disciples? I would give negative 5 stars if I could. Yet, for reasons stated above the Hebrew language takes precedence for the Christ Gospel faithful. Deviating from the strait and narrow road of the Lord lead squarely to Hicks committing a fraud and lying to her congregation. Instead of finding application to our lives, the mystic like Hicks, only intent is to find some hidden meaning. Listen, attached below, as Hicks describes how God came to her as she waited on him for the glorious revelation of the Song of Songs. Hicks has her people thinking that because of her numerous sessions with Jesus (in the flesh) secretly she is privy to all that is going on in this chaotic world. Most of the teachings are so bizarre it is hard to imagine that anyone would not question their validity and relationship to the gospel of Christ? What Hicks would introduce into her church in the mid 70s would be a far cry from poor exegesis and scriptural fabrication. Its called lying. This is not the attribute of the Christian faith much less a so-called leader of a congregation. And that real mystery lies in the mystery of cults. This along with the shenanigans for which these crooks use to sucker their congregations was enough to launch an inquiry and investigation. But Hicks dishes it out to her folks under the pretense it came to her personally from Christs visitation. Hicks has a laundry list of never-ending and bottomless proclamations to her credit but maybe none of which is more pathetic and representative of the lengths and depravity this pathological lunatic will go than her statement to her church concerning communist Russia (listen below). This is a scheme or con called seed-faith, hatched some 25 years ago, that has infiltrated the church and bilked many of its followers only to leave a stain on the overall church while the secular world laughs that people can be so gullible. Please try again. This is one of the more perplexing signs of a cult. I have never seen a preacher like Hicks who makes so many outrageous claims as she does. She states that the devils are too powerful to withstand if one were to speak to someone who has departed from her flock. Even their web site claims the Hebrew is used to bring out the hidden meanings of words in the Scripture. While many theologians are versed in Hebrew, they use it for sound exegisis, not Kaballah gimmicks. Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout. Hicks book of Daniel as with her other books are so lacking in content and juvenile its hard to imagine that someone would credit her with being such a great teacher? So hold on, she states, "I will be the first one to go to prison in this country, theyve already said so, the spirit then witnessing, she further stating, Im well known among the communist, whether you know it or not, they said, Im telling you what they said, inside information that Ive had, they are more afraid of me than they are of anybody else in the United States, Ill be on the top of their list, I guarantee it. Does this even deserve a comment?

And for Hicks, God had now chosen her in these last days to preach its message, the Crucified and Brides message. Even some of the more obvious counterfeit TV evangelist stop short of stating all the fantastical tales in which Hicks delineates. When given evidence against Hicks, members will use the most contorted displays of denial while accusing ex-members of bitterness. The mansion, the Cadillac, the unrestrained and liberal expense account, tape-recordings with hidden mikes, valuable collection of antiques, indiscriminate love offerings for Hicks, kabala, forbidden to read other theological works, manufactured minutes of board meetings, properties of other churches and homes owned by the Headquarters, the uprooting of pastors and families, spouses and children hiding out in others homes, feigned threats of retirement to conjure up more love offerings, the prophetic witness for property bought by Hicks but whose buildings were condemned, first fruits teaching to fleece the flock for more money, hiding antiques from auditors, cooking the books, trips abroad to purchase more antiques, and inconsistencies in her teaching were referred to as cunning wisdom.. is available now and can be read on any device with the free Kindle app. Remember, shes the first one to go if the communist come, they" said so? But leave it to Hicks to fall for other such folly as the book "The Bible Code published in 1994. It is this doctrine Hicks has solely built for herself and her flock who long to be privileged enough to make their own selves ready as the Lords Bride at His return. In her books, she just proudly blabbers her reading of the text with incoherent repetitions, crossing theological wires, giving her folks little and in many places no explanation of the complexities neither explaining her own selfsame contradictions. And these visitations of Christ, according to Hicks, continue on a regular basis, all with even greater theatrics, you following? The only critique found was John Divitos review of Hicks doctrine, maybe one of the best Neville Chamberlain impressions of the 21st century. The timing could not have been more perfect for the Courier Journal. But this is inside information, beyond anything prove-able, and without proof of it, what is it? Most theologians would argue that the Greek is the most important language to learn since the revelation of Christ in the NT was given to us in the Greek. But it would be her introduction of some usual and curious teachings that caused real concern with many in her group. Hicks leaves no stone unturned in finding her doctrine of the bride concealed throughout the OT and NT writings. Instead of Hicks aligning herself with great theologians she instead has more in common with Madonna, a timeworn half-baked songstress who has stopped at nothing to shock the public with sensual exploits. Showing proof of plagiarism all but blew the roof off of Hicks self-appointed prophet status. But the The Bible Code has since then been completely debunked as absurd. Students in any legitimate college would never have a paper graded without references and would be expelled if found guilty of plagiarism. Please try again. The marriage relationship of God and His people, according to Hicks, are discovered in and out and back through the bible. Her followers are completely unaware that biblical doctrine has given way to arbitrary drawings of squares, scales, and other assorted and indiscriminate letters of Hebrew which leaves the hearer disoriented and confused as to its application. As with true scholarship, Dr. Roberts lays out the pros and cons of each party, outlining each ones strengths and weaknesses, showing each use of language in the NT, and aligning specific archeological evidence, notwithstanding his own background of extensive study in Hebrew, Greek and Aramaic, all the while being openminded and humble. His disappointment turned into anger, into resentment, and then into wrathful obsession that has been consuming him for decades. But thats what you get from Hicks, not anything of value or worth, just a show, a really big shew. The terrible hold Hicks has on her church and the incorporating of Kaballism into Christian doctrine is the only real mystery going on here. The people who have been bilked by slick preachers and abused by priest trusted these very same people with their lives and their children and were afraid if ever they would have thought anything evil of them. Louis West states, A cult is a group or movement exhibiting a great or excessive devotion or dedication to some person, idea or thing (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult). After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. It's important to get out the message of cults. Using ELS (equidistant letter sequences), the authors claim that writings from the OT Torah predicted unique events throughout history. Those who dared to question her, did the unimaginable, they began to doubt her authenticity. Hicks delivers her message to her supplicant congregation in a no-nonsense, unpretentious, and plain drawl, telling it like it is, and as most would say, giving them the goods. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2022, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt, Christian Bible Criticism & Interpretation, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Because of an aberrant sect of Jews called Kabbalist. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle Cloud Reader. Consensus opinion among secular and biblical scholars is that Jesus spoke in Aramaic. Hicks takes much of the apostles use of analogy way further than they had originally intended elongating said text for the sole purpose of holding her doctrine upright. Not only will those who live in the churches of compromise risk losing their salvation, for sure, they will never make the bride, a sobering thought. 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Also today, there are approximately 4,400 sex-abuse cases confronting the Catholic Church. Then later, Christ appeared to her and filled her with the holy ghost speaking in tongues for three and half hours. : Unfortunately, her church has little to laugh about, for they walk to the pied pipers discordant sound of fear. Now, sitting right in their backyard ensconced on the other side of the Ohio River was a little group with all the trappings of a cult. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. And is it any wonder her congregants wonder to themselves in amazement of this revealed truth they have been counted worthy to have today the privilege of hearing.