Monthly Archives: July 2008

John Piper on Hell.

Posted on July 31, 2008 by

Part One – 5:20 Part Two – 3:25

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We must never let doctrinal error go unabated because it dishonors God and deceives the unsuspecting. It defiles the conscience, corrupts the heart, and destroys the soul. According to Scripture, that which flows from the lips of false teachers includes: … Continue reading →

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Bezel333: “Benny needs a tank of gas”

Posted on July 31, 2008 by

Can we all pitch in and help poor ol’ “Pastor” Benny to put a little fuel in his tank? Thanx!

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Happy 100,000th.

Posted on July 31, 2008 by

Today DefCon received its 100,000th hit since its inception on April 15th, (three and a half months ago). I want to thank all the faithful readers who have helped us reach this milestone, and I want to thank the contributors … Continue reading →

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How can you tell when professing “Christians” are following the Gospel according to Todd Bentley instead of the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

Posted on July 30, 2008 by

By observing their reaction to someone preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this actions-speak-louder-than-words and the-proof-is-in-the-pudding post from Tony Miano, you can check out for yourself the way Bentley-ites react to the preaching of the Gospel. It’s very revealing; … Continue reading →

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The heretic and the not-so-good apologist.

Posted on July 30, 2008 by

What do you get when a heretic and a not-so-good apologist duke it out on the topic of Hell’s existence? You get a debate that leaves you feeling a little empty . . . like a fantastic opportunity was lost. … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: “The Search for the Real Mt. Sinai.”

Posted on July 30, 2008 by

In this documentary two explorers take you to the real location of Mt. Sinai and they have photographic and video proof that this is where the Israelites camped, where Moses ascended the mountain, and where God gave him the Ten … Continue reading →

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Sermon of the week: “The Present Effects of Trembling at the Wrath of God” by John Piper.

Posted on July 30, 2008 by

Your sermon of the week is The Present Effects of Trembling at the Wrath of God preached only as John Piper can. You can also watch the video or read the transcript by clicking here. This sermon is actually part … Continue reading →

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“Disney World Doctrine” and other lies of a “kinda’ pastor.”

Posted on July 29, 2008 by

Shameful. Utterly shameful.

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Posted on July 29, 2008 by

When discipline leaves the church, Christ goes with it. – John Dagg 1794 – 1884

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Posted on July 29, 2008 by

The unregenerate do not really believe in the holiness of God. Their concept of His character is altogether one-sided. They fondly hope that His mercy will override everything else. . . . They think only of a god patterned after … Continue reading →

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Apprising Ministries Is Back Online

Posted on July 28, 2008 by

By the grace of God, Ken Silva’s Apprising Ministries is back online and now sports a nifty new design too. It is still accessible at http://apprising.org. Hallelujah!

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The theology (or lack thereof) of Unitarian Universalists.

Posted on July 28, 2008 by

After hearing about the recent tragedy (caused by the evil of man’s wicked heart) at a U.U. gathering in Tennessee (and FourPointer’s post on the incident found here), I did a little looking into what this group is about and … Continue reading →

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Quotes (350)

Posted on July 28, 2008 by

The Church in contemporary America does not need more strategies, steps, or keys to the Christian life. The Church needs truth, and more specifically, the great foundational truths of historical Christianity. – Paul Washer

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Where are we ever “safe”?

Posted on July 28, 2008 by

I’m sure, by now, you have heard the news about the shooting at the church here in Knoxville: KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Authorities on Monday were investigating why an apparent stranger entered a Unitarian church and opened fire during a … Continue reading →

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God will never bless a nation that does this.

Posted on July 27, 2008 by

It’s amazing what you’ll find in a dumpster in America . . . and we still have the audacity to ask God to bless America. You might as well take all those “God Bless America” bumper stickers off your cars … Continue reading →

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The March of the Unqualified.

Posted on July 27, 2008 by
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Posted on July 27, 2008 by

It may be that a certain profession of religion has become so fashionable and comparatively easy in the present age that the streams which were once narrow and deep have become wide and shallow, and what we have gained in … Continue reading →

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Does anyone else see the similarities?

Posted on July 26, 2008 by

I discovered the following comparison chart on the blog End Times Deception. Toronto/Brownsville/Lakeland Manifestations Kundalini Yoga Manifestations Uncontrollable laughter Laughing and weeping are as unintentional and uncontrollable as hiccoughs Jerking, tremors, shaking Jerking, tremors, shaking Involuntary body movements Postures or … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 26, 2008 by

What we are afraid to speak before men, we should be afraid to think before God. – The 1777 New England Primer

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Studies in Ephesians: Part Eighteen.

Posted on July 26, 2008 by

Here’s Pastor Mark Escalera’s weekly Saturday sermon series on the book of Ephesians entitled Studies in Ephesians: Part Eighteen.

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Catholicism: Crisis of Faith.

Posted on July 25, 2008 by
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Posted on July 25, 2008 by

And lest you think that your sins do not deserve this kind of wrath, ponder these four things: It was one sin alone that brought the entire world under the judgment of God, and brought death upon all people (Genesis … Continue reading →

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50 Answers to 50 Mormon Answers to 50 Anti-Mormon Questions (answer 14)

Posted on July 25, 2008 by

Tower To Truth Question: 14. Why did God encourage Abraham & Sarah to lie in Abra. 2:24? Isn’t lying a sin according to the 10 commandments? Why did God tell Abraham and Sarah to lie when 2 Nephi condemns liars … Continue reading →

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Strange fire.

Posted on July 25, 2008 by

I am sure some of the people in the following two videos sincerely believe that they are participating in a form of “worship” that is acceptable to God. I grieve for them, especially the young, because I was there not … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 25, 2008 by

Apostasy can have far-reaching and disastrous effects on an entire congregation’s spiritual health. When false teaching goes unchallenged, it breeds more confusion and draws still more shallow and insincere people into the fold. If not vigorously resisted, apostasy will spread … Continue reading →

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Sad news from Old Truth.

Posted on July 24, 2008 by

Jim Bublitz of Old Truth has published his last post (for at least a long time) due to his health taking a serious turn for the worst. You can read his last post here. Please keep Jim in prayer as … Continue reading →

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When God’s not moving, Todd Bentley moves God.

Posted on July 24, 2008 by

Just wait long enough and the arrogance of a false prophet eventually always come out. From out of the abundance of his heart, his mouth speaks. HT: Slice of Laodicea

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John MacArthur on what the Bible says about Hell

Posted on July 23, 2008 by

Four videos of Dr. MacArthur expositing the word of God to teach us the truth about God’s eternal justice. Courtesy of YouTube user mikejmon333.

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The Crosstalk episode you’ve all been waiting for on Ray Comfort and the Word of Faith conference.

Posted on July 23, 2008 by

The CrossTalk episode you’ve all been waiting for on Ray Comfort, Word of Faith False Teachings, is here! Ingrid spends a good portion of the show discussing the night she attended this gathering of wolves in Armani suits in which … Continue reading →

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