Mike Murdock
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Michael Dean Murdock (born April 18, 1946 in Lake Charles, Louisiana) is a televangelist and pastor of the Wisdom Center ministry based in Fort Worth, Texas. His father, J.E. Murdock, is also a pastor. Murdock was educated in LaGrange High School in Lake Charles, and in Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie for three semesters. He received a honorary doctorate from International Seminary in Florida.
Mentored under Jimmy Swaggart, Murdock preaches around the world. He is often preaches with Benny Hinn, and Tammy Faye Bakker. He also hosts the "Wisdom Keys with Mike Murdock" television program.
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[edit] Preaching style
[edit] Prosperity doctrine
Mike Murdock places a great emphasis on Prosperity Doctrine. This has drawn criticism from many.
[edit] Prophetic claims
Mike Murdock frequently claims to be directly speaking the words of God during his preaching. Many Christians would find such claims highly un-usual, or far-fetched, if not blasphemous.
