1 /5 Susana Brutsky: Looks good on the surface level, except the fact that there is NO diversity. Then, those who have been given discernment will realize that the Bible Scriptures are totally misused and twisted to support a charismatic movement + legalism, and not to represent the True Gospel and the Good News it brings. They cannot reconcile seemingly “contradictory” passages. Focus is on the outward person and on “experience” rather than true discernment and knowledge.
They occasionally invite teachers from non-denominational churches to appear as though they are diverse. But the truth is it makes them uncomfortable, especially if the message is challenging their passive spiritual state.
It is evident that the ideal objective for this club-like gathering is that everyone will get married to a Slavic person (hence, “Slavic church”) in order to multiply their Slavic congregation, which gathers with numerous other only-Slavic Pentecostal congregations across the US.
Their beliefs and teachings have elements of New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) which is a movement that combines elements of Pentecostalism and evangelicalism with members or leaders often calling themselves prophets. Also, include elements of the Word-of-Faith (false prosperity, health and wealth) doctrine, plus “little-gods” doctrine (distorted view of God and themselves).
Many people do not even realize they are being taught something that goes against the very word of God, because many pastors are twisting the Word and taking scriptures out of context. They have put trust in men they’ve been listening to for decades instead of seeking the Truth for themselves.
Underlying Problem: uneducated/unbiblical teaching, deified leadership = brainwash, mind control, manipulation, judgment, false teaching, cultural division, subtle deception… those just the tip of the iceberg.
Yes, you will find some people to connect with and even have an enjoyable time after the services; your ears, eyes, and bellies will be full, but your soul is in peril. Run away, don’t walk! And don’t look back! Don’t get sucked in!