William Marrion Branham (April 6, 1909, Kentucky – December 24, 1965) was an influential Bible minister sometimes credited with founding the Latter Rain Movement within American Pentecostal churches, elements of which are present in most modern Pentecostal and Charismatic churches (although William Branham denied any specific connection with the movement). There are some who consider him a false prophet who taught heretical doctrines, although many today still acknowledge him as a true prophet. Branham is considered by many to have initiated the faith healing movement that began in 1947. Other sub groups in the Pentecostal and Charismatic movements were partially influenced by Branham, including the Latter Rain Movement, Manifest Sons of God, and Kingdom Now theology. His ministry had effects felt around the world, and it fostered a number of other ministers who became internationally known. The whole intent of his ministry was to turn Christians hearts back to the scriptures and their experiences to match that of the Apostles, as is stated in 'Malachi 4:5-6'. His theme was "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, today, and forever". http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_M._Branham

William Branham IS - 1. A sinner saved by the Grace of Lord Jesus Christ 2. A Prophet to the gentile church with signs, wonders, miracles, gifts of the Holy Spirit, Pillar of Fire, Pillar of Cloud and manfestation of the Angel of the Lord before the crowds of people. 3. 7th Church Age Messenger (Rev. chap 3 & 10) 4. Forerunner of 2nd Coming of Jesus Christ for His Bride 5. "The Shout" & "The Mid Night Cry" 6. A son of man prophet who revealed "The Son of Man" Jesus Christ. 7. Prophet through whom messianic sign of Discerning the secrets of the heart with 100% accuracy manifested. William Branham IS NOT & DID NOT CLAIM TO BE - sinless/messiah/Christ/God/Lor d. He prophecied that a serpent spirit of anitichrist will make such false claim about him. William Branham DID NOT - 1. Ask his followers to listen only to his tapes 2. or preach only from his message 3. forbade speaking in tongues and prophecy 4. forbade wearing jewelry Some of his followers have misintrepreted his message and adopted these rules directly contrary to his message. Famous South Indian Evangelists who followed William Branham's message and got re-baptized in the name of Lord Jesus Christ: 1. Paulaseer Lawire (Manujothi Ashram) 2. Dr. DGS Dinakaran (Jesus Calls) 3. Dr. John Joseph (Christ for Every Soul) DGS Dinakaran & John Joseph remained faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ and went to be with the Lord.