Our Stories - Faith Assembly - An Interview With John Schell

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John Collins invites John Schell, a former member of Faith Assembly, to explore the personal and theological impacts of the group's doctrines. The conversation delves into topics such as the Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship, healing ministries, and the anti-medicine stance adopted by Hobart Freeman's Faith Assembly. John Schell recounts how the group discouraged medical intervention, leading to numerous preventable deaths, and shares personal stories of individuals who suffered under the influence of the doctrine. The episode highlights how the doctrine of divine healing, along with positive confession practices, created an environment where individuals were pressured to deny their health conditions and refuse medical care in favor of faith healing.

Throughout the episode, the host and guest critically analyze the harmful impact of the movement's extreme beliefs, particularly around healing and deliverance. The discussion brings out the complexities of leaving such movements, where indoctrination can blur reality and make it difficult to recognize the destructive nature of the group's teachings. John Schell emphasizes how his time in Faith Assembly shaped his faith journey and reflects on how the movement, through its emphasis on miracles and supernatural experiences, drew in many followers who were eager to witness divine intervention but were ultimately let down by unfulfilled promises.