Monthly Archives: August 2008

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We must never forget that the Bible is what God says and religion is what man says God says. – Mike Gendron

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Music – The Golden Calf – Part 3

Let’s take a stroll down history lane. In 1951, a relatively small-time DJ by the name of Alan Freed was about to make history for himself. Observing the style of the new music that was sweeping across America and gaining … Continue reading

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The victims of the new breed of blasphemous preachers.

You’ve seen the new breed of blasphemous preachers and the disciple of the new breed of blasphemous preachers, now I want to introduce you to the human wreckage that’s left in the wake of these wolves. My heart goes out … Continue reading

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The so-called humanist gospel—which isn’t really the “good news” at all—is called by many names. Some argue for it in familiar biblical and theological terms; some call it the “social gospel” or the “holistic gospel,” but the label is not … Continue reading

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The Do-It-Yourself Florida Revival Kit

Yes, now you, too, can be as (in)famous as Todd Bentley! All you have to do is order The Do-It-Yourself Florida Revival Kit* today! The Do-It-Yourself Florida Revival Kit * Taken from Hour 1 of The Way of the Master … Continue reading

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A disciple of the new breed of blasphemous preachers.

Meet Captain Whacked the Pirate Preacher. He is an obvious by-product of the wolves featured in the videos in this previous post. Sadly, for many, this may be the only exposure they have to “Christianity,” but I want to make … Continue reading

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Sola Scriptura (56)

For this is a rebellious people, false sons, sons who refuse to listen to the instruction of the LORD; who say to the seers, “You must not see visions”; and to the prophets, “You must not prophesy to us what … Continue reading

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The new breed of blasphemous preachers.

At first I thought this was a joke by some worldly guys who were mocking Christianity . . . then I realized it was no joke. The two itinerant ministers in these videos, Benjamin Dunn and John Crowder (a “prophetic … Continue reading

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Bible Reference Notes: “Children of God and Children of the Devil.”

The Bible Reference Notes for today will hopefully clear up a common misconception. In relation to the human race, we often hear people say, “We’re all God’s children.” This, however, is not supported by Scripture. In fact, Scripture clearly lays … Continue reading

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Prosperity Message Jargon 101

Required education for those less discerning, in my opinion.

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Sola Scriptura (55)

For what the Law could not do, weak as it was through the flesh, God did: sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and as an offering for sin, He condemned sin in the flesh, so that … Continue reading

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Music – The Golden Calf – Part 2

APOLOGIES – Link to rest of post was incorrect.  Now updated! – TDP 08/26/2008 *************** We now proceed to look at a biblical example to answer the question of whether God accepts any type or style or worship simply by … Continue reading

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Sister, You’re Beautiful!

A Roman Catholic priest has decided to actualize the suggestion of some nuns whom he regularly prays and works with. Rev. Antonio Rungi, an Italian priest and theologian, has announced that he’ll be organizing an online beauty contest for nuns … Continue reading

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Music – The Golden Calf – Part 1

Some may be wondering at this point, what a golden calf has to do with the worship of music. Like the account which took place in the wilderness, I believe music in the church has become a golden calf. Instead … Continue reading

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Patricia King’s Excellent Adventure

This video is the kind of thing that passes for “Christian” these days. More from Patricia King’s Flying Circus (Hat tip: A Little Leaven):

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Deception – Do you know what it looks like?

Deception is not always easy to spot.  It is like trying to spot a professionally printed fake counterfeit $20 bill.  The average person will NEVER know the difference between a fake one and a real one.  In training to find … Continue reading

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“Entertainment is not revival. Although that is an obvious statement, it is sadly not always understood. Too often it is assumed that an ‘atmosphere’ of revival can be achieved by using music, lighting and techno-media presentation. Highly organized events with … Continue reading

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Saturday Sermon – “A Matter of Great Concern!”

Your Saturday sermon for this week is A Matter of Great Concern by Pastor Jean-Paul Escalera. In this message, Pastor Escalera deals with an anonymous situation in love and grace.  Our prayer is that there may be other pastors who … Continue reading

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Filled With The Ecstacy of God???

Pay close attention to what happens when the music starts about 5:09 and then LISTEN to what he says about “no longer having to study the Word” at about 5:52 into the video! What Club Mysterio, Ekstasis Worship, and Patricia … Continue reading

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Shallow lives, hollow religious philosophies, the preponderance of the element of fun in gospel meetings, the glorification of men, trust in religious externalities, quasi-religious fellowships, salesmanship methods, the mistaking of dynamic personality for the power of the Spirit: these and … Continue reading

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Prayer Cloths Coming to a Mailbox Near You!

Some continue to question why we share videos, comments, blogs, etc. about those who are teaching heresy.  I believe that if more Christians were discerning, submissive to the Holy Spirit, and Berean Christians in their study of God’s Word that … Continue reading

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50 Answers to 50 Mormon Answers to 50 Anti-Mormon Questions (answer 19)

Tower To Truth Question: 19. Why do you baptize for the dead when both Mosiah 3:25 and the Bible state that there is no chance of salvation after death? —————————– FAIR Answer: The passage in Mosiah 3:25, and any passages … Continue reading

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Biblical Worship in Marriage – Part 3

7. Never allow Hollywood to set the standards for marriage in our home. Far too many Christian homes have not even bothered to establish any kind of firewalls in this area. They feel (and we have been there) that they … Continue reading

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Biblical Worship in Marriage – Part 2

For those who are true believers we are called to worship God especially in our marriages. The only way we are going to begin the arduous task of learning how to do this is by learning to be honest with … Continue reading

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Sermon of the week: “Glorifying God: by Jim Berg.

Your sermon of the week is Glorifying God by Dr. Jim Berg. His messages have been a great encouragement to The Desert Pastor. Jim Berg has taught thousands in seminars on biblical counseling and leadership development. He has served as … Continue reading

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The Impeccability of Christ – Conclusion

The opposite of impeccability is termed the peccability of Christ. Those who hold to this heresy believe that Jesus Christ could have sinned had He wanted or chosen to do so. Those holding to peccability do not consider the logical … Continue reading

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“Death (of a Church) occurs when unbelievers are allowed to take over ministries in the church. It happens when a church becomes more concerned with form and liturgy than it is with life on a spiritual level. Death occurs when … Continue reading

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Biblical Worship in Marriage!

In this post, I am not speaking as a husband who has arrived at the top of the perfect marriage ladder. If the truth were fully known, the reality is that I have to constantly repair broken rungs as I … Continue reading

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The Impeccability of Christ – Part 2

This is the second part of an excerpt taken from Studies in the Scriptures, September 1932, by A.W. Pink.  This doctrine of the Impeccability of Christ is vitally important to the Christian faith.  I encourage you to read this with … Continue reading

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The Impeccability of Christ – Part 1

This is an excerpt taken from Studies in the Scriptures, September 1932, by A.W. Pink.  This doctrine of the Impeccability of Christ is vitally important to the Christian faith.  I encourage you to read this with an open Bible and … Continue reading

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