Understanding the etymology or origins of these modern-day sorcerers and mystics like Marcus Rogers, Jonathan Ferguson, Benny Hinn and Paula White frauds requires a look at history. They all derive from documented historical figures. Their followers for the most part have little to no historical footprint or lack any sense of or ability to research information. This all began with the Biblical accounts:
“… Theudas, boasting himself to be somebody; to whom a number of men, about four hundred, joined themselves: who was slain; and all, as many as obeyed him, were scattered, and brought to naught.” Acts 5:36
“Judas of Galilee in the days of the taxing, and drew away many people after him: he also perished; and all, even as many as obeyed him, were dispersed.” Acts 5:37
Gamaliel, an adviser to the Sanhedrin, had this response to this type of people: “And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone, for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought. But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God” Acts 5:38-39
How the modern-day false leaders came to be is through the development of 20th Century Pentecostalism, which is constantly revamping and redeveloping its fraudulent activities. From the Azusa Street Godless Revival to the Latter Rain Movement to the Modern Day Healing/Deliverance Heresies their bad doctrines continue to evolve. As they face rebuke for false teachings, these teachers change vocabulary and emphasis, then keep rolling further into heretical territory.
False Prophet Alexander Dowie also from Chicago, was one of the first 20th Century false prosperity Preachers. LongforTruth1 is one of the best reference sources documenting the history of these movements. Referencing this sort of information will aid those who actually desire facts and a better understanding. I recommend these videos in this order, and you will discover how every modern day lying false leader is connected!