New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)
Independent network movement restoring contemporary authoritative apostles and prophets
The New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), formulated by C. Peter Wagner, is an informal global movement of independent charismatic churches and networks that claims God is actively restoring the governing offices of Apostle and Prophet to the church (Eph 4:11), exercising supernatural authority, spiritual warfare (territorial spirits), and dominion over societal spheres (the Seven Mountain Mandate).
Historical Context & Significance
Operating without denominational ties through apostolic networks, megachurches, and ministries like Bethel Church in Redding, California, the movement exerts massive cultural and political influence worldwide while facing severe criticism from traditional evangelicals and cessationists.
Genealogical Lineage & Splits
This movement or council is an early root foundation with no preceding parent split in the dataset.
Theological & Hermeneutical Coordinates
Primary Scripture Proof-Texts
Key biblical passages central to this tradition's exegesis and historical debates.
Connected Theological Perspectives & Debates
Universal confession that the Holy Spirit sovereignly distributes spiritual gifts to the body of Christ for mutual edification and fruitfulness.
Universal confession that the Holy Spirit indwells every true Christian and empowers the church to bear witness to Jesus Christ.
Universal confession that the original Twelve Apostles and Paul held an unrepeatable historical role in witnessing Christ's resurrection and authoring inspired scripture.