For many, October 31 is known as "Halloween", but for others, it represents something far more important to church history - Reformation Day.Just what IS "Reformation Day"? It is an official holiday in some areas of Europe (particularly heavily-Lutheran Germany) and in Chile, and observed by some protestants that celebrates the "95 Theses" of Martin Luther, … Continue reading Reformation Day, and a Call For a NEW Reformation!
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Soft, Gushy, Dead Faith and the Modern Church
There is a disease in this nation (spreading around the globe) that is far worse than Ebola. This disease doesn't typically ravage you physical health quite as directly as Ebola or other viral diseases, yet it most certainly leads to death.This disease is Dead Faith.This is the disease that James wrote of in James 2 that … Continue reading Soft, Gushy, Dead Faith and the Modern Church
Anxiety, Depression, and the Joy of Salvation
I would like to preface this post with a disclaimer - I am fully aware that there is a diagnosable, treatable condition called "depression". I am in no-way dismissing the real condition, though I do propose genuine depression is far more rare than diagnosed, and is almost always complicated by spiritual matters.David wrote, in Psalm … Continue reading Anxiety, Depression, and the Joy of Salvation
False Teachers, Prosperity, and Satan
I will make a startling admission to my readers. You might want to sit down for this massive, earth-shattering confession!I have never, ever trusted, believed, or liked Joel Osteen or his Satan-led, Serpent-pleasing, sugar-coated, snake oil message. There has never, ever been a doubt in my mind regarding his true allegiance.I have taken grief from … Continue reading False Teachers, Prosperity, and Satan
The Other Side of the Ark
Few Bible stories are as familiar or beloved as that of "Noah's Ark". Countless children's events, cartoons, booklets, illustrations, and so forth have been produced around this story. Children can tell you the exciting details... A big, funny-looking boat, two of each kind of animal (except....), Noah and his family, rain, flood, crow/raven, waiting, mountain, … Continue reading The Other Side of the Ark
Sad Reflections
I found myself a bit overwhelmed this evening when I stopped a moment and considered something...While Christians around the world, and especially in Iraq, Syria, and several other areas are having their heads cut off, being crucified, seeing family members (including young children) murdered before their eyes, and otherwise being so heavily and violently persecuted … Continue reading Sad Reflections
Thoughts on the "Border Crisis"
There is no doubt that there is a humanitarian nightmare unfolding along the Southern border of the United States. Regardless of one's political views, particularly revolving around immigration, one thing is abundantly clear - we have a problem. This post will not even begin to attempt to address the larger issues regarding immigration (legal & … Continue reading Thoughts on the "Border Crisis"
Salvation Lost or Just Lost?
I recently heard of a young woman who had grown up "in church" who had made a profession of faith at a relatively young age, was baptized, and had "lived as a Christian" into her adult life. She had recently "decided" that she was now an Atheist. She insists she no longer believes in God … Continue reading Salvation Lost or Just Lost?
Foolin' Yourself (with apologies to Tommy Shaw/Styx)
Heard this song for the first time in quite a while the other day. I should never be surprised at how God can use the mundane as an inspiration! This song is an example. The song, penned by Tommy Shaw, debuted on the Grand Illusion album of 1978, and was a hit for the group Styx.But … Continue reading Foolin' Yourself (with apologies to Tommy Shaw/Styx)
What Do We Cling To?
In checking the church mail at the Post Office this morning, I encountered a gentleman who appeared to me to be 80+ years old and in bad health. His voice sounded like a someone with a serious case of pneumonia, and indeed he was coughing almost constantly. He also had an oxygen bottle "in-tow". He … Continue reading What Do We Cling To?
Contending For Christ 