Monthly Archives: May 2009

Quotes (537)

Posted on May 31, 2009 by

“He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” – Jim Elliott

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The Message of the Missionary

Posted on May 30, 2009 by

From Steven J Lawson’s book entitled Famine in the Land he gives this quote: Noah’s message from the steps going up to the Ark was not “Something good is going to happen to you!” Amos was not confronted by the … Continue reading →

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Quotes (536)

Posted on May 28, 2009 by

Perseverance is the badge of true saints. The Christian life is not a beginning only in the ways of God, but also a continuance in the same as long as life lasts. It is with a Christian as it was … Continue reading →

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Rob Bell invites heretical mystic woman to speak

Posted on May 27, 2009 by

  Phyllis Tickle (She’s the one on the right. And yes, that’s her name, and that’s what she does to the ears) was invited to speak at a pagan shrine in Grand Rapids, MI recently. The shrine to the gods is headed … Continue reading →

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What exactly IS a “unicorn” anyway?

Posted on May 27, 2009 by

We hear from the skeptics so often, that the Bible can’t be trusted because it talks about “unicorns.”  The word “unicorn” comes from the Greek Septuagint (LXX) rendering the Hebrew word raeim as monokeros, meaning “one horn.” And, of course, it … Continue reading →

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Wolf!

Posted on May 27, 2009 by

And I wonder how many “Christian” bookstores still carry this man’s books. HT: A Little Leaven

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Sermon of the week: “Men After God’s Own Heart” by Carey Hardy.

Posted on May 27, 2009 by

For the next few weeks (leading up to Father’s Day) DefCon’s sermon for each week will be directed toward men, husbands, and fathers. We begin with this week’s message by Carey Hardy Men After God’s Own Heart from the 2005 … Continue reading →

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Quotes (535)

Posted on May 26, 2009 by

In the ordinance of singing, we must not make noise, but music; and the heart must make melody to the Lord. Augustine complained of some in his time, that “they minded more the tune than the truth; more the manner … Continue reading →

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The life and death of Madalyn Murray O’Hair.

Posted on May 26, 2009 by

In spite of this documentary attempting to paint Atheist Madalyn Murray O’Hair in a favorable light, you can’t help but see the irony of her life in the oddity surrounding her death. In this documentary the true O’Hair is revealed … Continue reading →

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Home Bible study illegal in San Diego?

Posted on May 25, 2009 by

WorldNet Daily in this post is reporting about government persecution of a home Bible study in San Diego, California. Here’s one quote from the article: “The Western Center for Law and Policy is troubled by this draconian move to suppress … Continue reading →

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Lest We Forget – THANK YOU!

Posted on May 25, 2009 by

Through almost 223 years of America’s history, boys (and in more recent years girls also) have said goodbye to parents and with heads held high have marched off to serve their country.  Many of those years have actually been years … Continue reading →

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The brewing storm and the coming demise of Defcon.

Posted on May 23, 2009 by

There’s something in the air. You can’t see it, you can’t smell it, but you can feel it. It’s not necessarily tangible but you can sense its impending approach. It is persecution. And not just “they-laughed-at-me-because-I-go-to-church” persecution that we’ve all … Continue reading →

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Dr. Steven J. Lawson: “What Is the Purpose of the Law? (part 2)” (Galatians 3:21-25)

Posted on May 22, 2009 by

Galatians 3:21-25 (NASB)–21 Is the Law then contrary to the promises of God? May it never be! For if a law had been given which was able to impart life, then righteousness would indeed have been based on law. 22 … Continue reading →

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Quotes (534)

Posted on May 21, 2009 by

Divisions and separations are most objectionable in religion. They weaken the cause of true Christianity…But before we blame people for them, we must be careful that we lay the blame where it is deserved. False doctrine and heresy are even … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 21, 2009 by

“You will not come to Me–that you might have life.” John 5:40 “No one can come to Me–unless the Father who sent Me draws him.” John 6:44 Why is it, that no one can come to Christ unless he is … Continue reading →

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A convicting insight from a Mennonite gospel tract.

Posted on May 20, 2009 by

An honest evaluation reveals that not all is well today with twenty-first century Christianity. There are trends that should alarm us, even among the so-called fundamentalists. One of these trends needing urgent attention is the loss of holiness—the absence of … Continue reading →

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Just what DOES 1st Timothy 2:4 mean, anyway?

Posted on May 20, 2009 by

As a sequel to this post. And again, should we differ on our views, may we always remember charity. 1st Timothy 2:4 is another verse some use to say that God’s will is that all men be saved. But is … Continue reading →

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Sermon of the week: “Exposing the Idolatry of Mary Worship” by John MacArthur.

Posted on May 20, 2009 by

Your sermon of the week is Exposing the Idolatry of Mary Worship: Catholic Dogma by John MacArthur. This is a great examination of the unholy worship of a false goddess advanced by the Romish religious system. You can download both … Continue reading →

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Just what DOES 2nd Peter 3:9 mean, anyway?

Posted on May 18, 2009 by

(Left: George Whitefield; Right: John Wesley. Two men who differed greatly concerning election, yet for all their differences, accorded the other as being very devout and godly men. Should we disagree, may we be as charitable.) ———————————————————- Yesterday morning, in … Continue reading →

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The Unsung Hero

Posted on May 18, 2009 by

Often not knowing all the reasons why, she nods her head in submission as to the Lord when her husband shares the news that he believes the gospel is to be shared with a tribe who live on another planet … Continue reading →

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“Hope for the Afflicted”

Posted on May 17, 2009 by
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Quotes (532)

Posted on May 17, 2009 by

There is very little understanding or desire for biblical truth and theology even among Christians. The Bible is not being expounded in many pulpits today. Christian radio saturates the airwaves with talk shows and psychology experts. Christian magazines aimed at … Continue reading →

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Our Hero Lives.

Posted on May 17, 2009 by

Have a blessed Lord’s Day.

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Conrad Mbewe-Total Depravity of Man

Posted on May 16, 2009 by
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Dr. Steven J. Lawson: “What Is the Purpose of the Law? (part 1)” (Galatians 3:15-20)

Posted on May 15, 2009 by

15 Brethren, I speak in terms of human relations: even though it is only a man’s covenant, yet when it has been ratified, no one sets it aside or adds conditions to it. 16 Now the promises were spoken to … Continue reading →

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Our Daily Bread Crumbles??

Posted on May 15, 2009 by

Few who personally know me realize I have concerns over the devotional publication entitled Our Daily Bread. This little publication gives a daily text reading from the Scripture accompanied by a little story of some kind designed to give encouragement … Continue reading →

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Mormonism, JW, Islam, and other religions – Paul Washer

Posted on May 15, 2009 by

HT – Truth Matters

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Have You Considered?

Posted on May 14, 2009 by

I edited this post to make it distinct from the video on African baptisms. Ask as you read – Have I considered the life of a missionary? May this encourage you to pray more fervently for those who serve the … Continue reading →

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50 Answers to 50 Mormon Answers to 50 Anti-Mormon Questions (Answer 24)

Posted on May 14, 2009 by

Notice the little picture above. It is an Oriborus. I really think it symbolizes Mormon theology, because if you share the truth with a Mormon long enough, their theology will start to eat itself. Tower To Truth Question: 24. If … Continue reading →

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Quotes (531)

Posted on May 14, 2009 by

One might clothe a leper in the finest white silk to cover his sores, but immediately the corruption of his flesh would bleed through the garment, leaving it as vile as the man it seeks to hide. So are the … Continue reading →

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