Monthly Archives: February 2009

Hell is necessary.

Posted on February 28, 2009 by

Here’s something you won’t hear in most American churches today. If you want to listen to this entire message you can download it from this post.

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Sola Scriptura (63)

Posted on February 28, 2009 by

But if the watchman see the sword come, and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood … Continue reading →

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A Spherical Gospel Tract

Posted on February 28, 2009 by

Last summer, my wife and I attended her class reunion. We piled into one of her classmate’s cars to do some sight seeing for the day. I was surprised to find some gospel tracts I was familiar with in their … Continue reading →

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An attempted post-birth abortion fails.

Posted on February 27, 2009 by

Unlike the child that survived an attempted “legal” abortion only to have her life snuffed out in a trash can by a cold-blooded abortion clinic staff member (see here), this latest story ends on a much better note. In the … Continue reading →

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…and he spake as a dragon

Posted on February 27, 2009 by

How long before we start hearing of Obama apparitions that speak to huddled, weary masses bringing them good news, glad tidings, and soothing messages of hope, healing, and love? How long until we begin to see reports of Obama relics … Continue reading →

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Save the Whales?

Posted on February 26, 2009 by

Hot on the heels, er…um, I mean dorsals of The Porpoise Driven Life comes the latest installment in our series of soaring, spiritually uplifting sea mammal inspired praise and worship! On behalf of the contributors of DefCon I’m pleased to direct your … Continue reading →

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Quotes (489)

Posted on February 26, 2009 by

Many object to homeschooling or private Christian schools based on the fact that God has called us to be “salt” and “light” and to evangelize the world. Ironically, this is precisely why we chose homeschooling. The Great Commission states: “Go … Continue reading →

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Quotes (488)

Posted on February 25, 2009 by

His grace is not shown at the expense of righteousness, nor do His mercies ignore the requirements of holiness. – A.W. Pink 1886 – 1952

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Certainly not “Your Best Life Now” for those outside America.

Posted on February 25, 2009 by

While we entertain ourselves with stupid little videos to show the Hollywood culture how cool, hip, and relevant we are, this is going on everywhere else. HT: Saced by Grace

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Sermon of the Week: “For God So Loved the World” by Brad Buser.

Posted on February 25, 2009 by

Your Sermon of the Week is For God So Loved the World by Brad Buser. Brad, a long time missionary to Papau New Guniea, challenges you to consider world missions as he smases most of the common excuses people employ … Continue reading →

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Joel Osteen on “The Abundant Life”

Posted on February 23, 2009 by

Because, you know, you’re not living a full Christian life if you have bills to pay or you’re sick. More useless drivel from a man who has admitted he’s “not a preacher, but more of a life coach.” He needs … Continue reading →

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UN Chief Castigates Hamas

Posted on February 23, 2009 by

Israel consistently takes a beating in the arena of public opinion for causing civilian casualties among the Palestinians. However, a little bit of truth came out in the UN Security Council. John Holmes, the Humanitarian Affairs Chief of the UN … Continue reading →

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Dr. Steven J. Lawson–”Only One Way” (Galatians 1:6-1:10)

Posted on February 23, 2009 by

 Continuing in the series entitled “Paul’s Most Explosive Letter,” Dr. Lawson preaches through the section aimed specifically at the Judaizers in the Galatian church. But this admonition is also aimed at those who would add one iota to the gospel–whether … Continue reading →

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When you can’t tell the difference between the “church” and the world.

Posted on February 22, 2009 by

Can someone please tell my why it is so necessary for “churches” in America to mimic the world, its ways, and its culture . . . the very world that’s antithetical to Christ and His Church? Case in point: For … Continue reading →

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Quotes (487)

Posted on February 22, 2009 by

People who do not know the Lord ask why in the world we waste our lives as missionaries. They forget that they too are expending their lives . . . and when the bubble has burst they will have nothing … Continue reading →

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And the most admired hero in America is . . .

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

According to a recent Harris Poll, the following people are the top ten most admired heroes in American: 10. Mother Teresa 09. Chesley Sullenberger 08. John F. Kennedy 07. John McCain 06. Abraham Lincoln 05. George W. Bush 04. Ronald … Continue reading →

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Mormon blasphemy illustrated.

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

The following picture is found on page 126 of the 1972 LDS Family Home Evening Manual to describe to Mormon children “how Jesus was the only begotten Son of God.” Utter blasphemy! For more information check out: Mormon Blasphemy: God … Continue reading →

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Sola Scriptura (62)

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

Keep deception and lies far from me, Give me neither poverty nor riches; Feed me with the food that is my portion, That I not be full and deny You and say, “Who is the LORD?” Or that I not … Continue reading →

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Truth vs. relevance.

Posted on February 21, 2009 by
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Who is the Greatest Prophet According to the Qur’an?

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

The following thought provoking piece was taken from What Does the Qur’an Teach About Jesus? originally posted over at Seeing Clearly: While Islamic teaching holds that Jesus was merely a prophet, the witness of the Qur’an itself is that Jesus is … Continue reading →

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The Refiner’s Fire

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

I stumbled across the incredibly uplifting piece below over at Camp On This and wanted to share it with DefCon’s readership. THE REFINER’S FIRE …purifying, sacred flames that conform us to the image of Christ Encore Presentation “If you are … Continue reading →

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Quotes (486)

Posted on February 21, 2009 by

If I see aright, the cross of popular evangelicalism is not the cross of the New Testament. It is, rather, a new bright ornament upon the bosom of a self-assured and carnal Christianity. The old cross slew men; the new … Continue reading →

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Chrislam?

Posted on February 19, 2009 by

What do you get when you mix Christianity and Islam and sprinkle it with a dash of Charismania? See an even more shocking issue in Nigeria: The Witch Children. HT: A Little Leaven

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Quotes (485)

Posted on February 19, 2009 by

We distort and confuse the Gospel in people’s understanding when we try to present the Gospel using terminology which turns people’s attention to what they must do rather than outward to what God has done on their behalf. . . … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Coach.

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

The following is a heart-wrenching excerpt from Voddie Baucham’s book Family Driven Faith: Over the years Coach and I have kept in contact. Every once in a while I pick up the phone and catch up with Coach. Recently I … Continue reading →

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Welcome to “Christianity” in 2009.

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

*** UPDATE: THE VIDEO IS BACK UP AND CAN BE VIEWED AGAIN *** When the shepherds of the Church forgo the preaching of the Gospel and resort to appealing to the lost through emotion and entertainment, they are left breathless … Continue reading →

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Quotes (484)

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

If the Church is the dispenser of truth to both the lost and the redeemed, then dissemination of truth must be at the top of the church’s agenda. – Gary Gilley

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Movie review: “The Exodus Revelaed.”

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

This is another great film sure to increase your faith. This documentary explored the Exodus route taken by the Jews as they fled Egypt and it offers compelling archeological evidence to support the veracity of the Scriptures. The Exodus Revealed … Continue reading →

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Quotes (483)

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

Too many are apt to look at nothing but the surface of things in religion, and regard nice distinctions in theology as questions of “words and names,” which are of little real value. – J.C. Ryle 1816 – 1900

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Sermon of the week: “Jesus’ Call to Silence” by Don Green.

Posted on February 18, 2009 by

Your sermon of the week is Jesus’ Call to Silence by Don Green. This is one of those very important sermons especially for those in apologetics who contend for the faith. Don Green really lays it down as he explains … Continue reading →

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