The Violent Take It by Force

The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy

By: Matthew D. Taylor

Narrated by: Asa Siegel

Over the last decade, the Religious Right has evolved. Some of the more extreme beliefs of American evangelicalism have begun to take hold in the mainstream. Scholar Matthew D. Taylor pulls back the curtain on a little-known movement of evangelical Christians who see themselves waging spiritual battles on a massive scale. Known as the New Apostolic Reformation, this network of leaders and believers yields colossal influence, galvanizing support for Trump and far-right leaders around the world. In this groundbreaking account, Taylor explores the New Apostolic Reformation from its inception in the work of a Fuller Seminary professor, to its immense networks of apostles and prophets, to its role in the January 6 riot.

Taylor's unprecedented access to the movement's leaders, archives, internal conference calls, and correspondence gives us an insider account of the connection between charismatic evangelicalism and hard-right rhetoric. Taylor delves into prophetic memes like the Seven Mountains Mandate, the Appeal to Heaven flag, and the Cyrus Anointing; Trump's spiritual advisor Paula White's call for "angelic reinforcements"; and Sean Feucht and Bethel Music's titanic command of worship styles across America. Throughout, Taylor maps a movement of magnetic leaders and their uncompromising beliefs—and where it might be headed next.

©2024 Matthew D. Taylor (P)2024 eChristian

Helped me understand

I really liked this book. It helped me understand the details of how NAR all came about. I can see how I was drawn into this movement without really using discernment. I was not seeing the whole picture of what was even really going on. Thankfully I am no longer following any of these ministries in this movement anymore.

Objective, non-inflammatory presentation

The topic is beyond timely, presented in a thoughtful non-inflammatory fashion. In addition, it provides more than enough information to allow one to feel comfortable that one seeing the broad picture.

A Relevant Book in 2024

The author, in great detail, traces the rise of Charismatic Christianity worldwide and the danger this rise poses as this form of Christianity has intersected with celebrity culture and right wing politics in a way that threatens the US democracy. it is being led by a bunch of questionably self-proclaimed "Christian Prophet and Apostle" opportunists. He sucessfully connects this movement with the January 6th Insurrection. This is an important read in 2024.

Sobering, enlightening scholarship

This book is a must-read for Reformed and Dispensational Christians concerned about moral drift in American culture.

Thoroughly researched

Highly recommended reading for Christians who are puzzled by the support many of their fellow believers show for Donald Trump.