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Mackenzie's son says childhood rebellion saved him from Shakahola cult

Dan, who was present in court when his father was sentenced to 200 years in prison, said he refused to attend church as a child, prompting his father to stop involving him in religious activities and trips to Shakahola.A side-by-side image of controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie and his son Dan Mackenzie.Paul Mackenzie's son, Dan Mackenzie, says his decision to rebel against his father's religious teachings saved him from joining the Good News International Church followers who died in the Shakahola massacre.Dan, who was present in court when his father was sentenced to 200 years in prison, said he refused to attend church as a child, prompting his father to stop involving him in religious activities and trips to Shakahola."Escaping this cult was rebellious. I didn't want to join or go i…

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