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Monthly Archives: May 2009
The Divine Intention of the Cross
What did Jesus actually accomplish on the cross? Who did He accomplish it for? by John Samson Who did Jesus die for? If we were to ask this question of Christians today, most would not hesitate for a moment … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement, Theology
Tagged atonement, Christology, election, Good theology, soteriology, Sufficiency in Christ
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“He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” – Jim Elliott
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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
Rob Bell invites heretical mystic woman to speak
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
What exactly IS a “unicorn” anyway?
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
Posted in Creation vs Evolution, Encouragement, Home School
Tagged Darwinists, Dinosaurs, evolutionists, monoclonius, skeptics, unicorns
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Wolf!
And I wonder how many “Christian” bookstores still carry this man’s books. HT: A Little Leaven
Posted in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Charismania
Tagged Apostasy, Bible, Bloging, christian, Christianity, Faith, false prophet, False Teacher, God, heresy, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Oneness Pentecostal, Religion, TD Jakes
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Sermon of the week: “Men After God’s Own Heart” by Carey Hardy.
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
Posted in Sermons
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Carey Hardey, Christianity, church, God, Gospel, Jesus, Religion, Sermon, Sermons, Shepherds Conference, Theology
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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
Posted in Music, Quotes
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, John Wells, Music, Psalm, Psalms, Puritan, Puritan John Wells, Quote, Quotes, Religion, Theology
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The life and death of Madalyn Murray O’Hair.
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
Posted in Pilgrim's Corner
Tagged Apologetics, Atheism, Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Religion, Theology
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Home Bible study illegal in San Diego?
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
Posted in Christian Persecution, News
Tagged Bible, Bible Study, California, christian, Christianity, Faith, God, Intolerance, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Persecution, Religion, Religious Persecution
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Lest We Forget – THANK YOU!
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
Posted in Encouragement, Random Selections
Tagged 223 years of American history, Afghanistan, American dead and wounded, brave soldiers, bury our dead, casualties of war, Civil War, Gettysburg Address, hallowed ground, Iraq, Korean War, land of the free and home of the brave, lest we forget, Memorial Day, one nation under God, Revolutionary War, they gave their tomorrows, Vietnam War, WWI, WWII
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The brewing storm and the coming demise of Defcon.
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
Posted in Christian Persecution, Missions & Martyrs, Pilgrim's Corner
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Martyrs, Persecution, Religion, Theology
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On Limited Atonement
Turretinfan lays out an excellent refutation of a Roman Catholic video which accuses Calvinism of being a “heresy” by objecting to Limited Atonement. It’s worth noting that Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Arminianism all walk hand-in-hand in their embrace of an … Continue reading
Dr. Steven J. Lawson: “What Is the Purpose of the Law? (part 2)” (Galatians 3:21-25)
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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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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“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
Posted in Quotes, Random Selections
Tagged A W Pink, Christianity, church, God, Gospel, Grace, Jesus, Quotes
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A convicting insight from a Mennonite gospel tract.
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
Posted in Random Selections
Tagged Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Evanglism, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Mennonite, Religion
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Just what DOES 1st Timothy 2:4 mean, anyway?
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
Posted in Theology
Tagged 1st Timothy 2:4, desires all men be saved, election, Free Will, God's Will, predestination, Salvation
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Sermon of the week: “Exposing the Idolatry of Mary Worship” by John MacArthur.
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
Posted in Roman Catholicism, Sermons
Tagged Apologetics, Apostasy, Bible, Blogging, Catholicism, Christianity, church, God, Gospel, heresy, Jesus, John MacArthur, Mary, Pope, Religion, Roman Catholic, Roman Catholicism, Rome, Romish, Sermon, Sermons, Theology, Virgin Mary
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Who are the “Whosoever” of John 3:16?
Interestingly there is no “whosoever” whatsoever in John 3:16. Dr. James White illustrates the fact that “Pas ho pisteuwn” does not equal “whosoever believes“, but rather equals “all the believing ones” or alternatively “everyone believing”. White also points out that in the … Continue reading
Posted in Debates, Encouragement, Evangelism
Tagged election, Exegesis, God's Grace, God's sovereignty, Good theology, James White, predestination, sound doctrine, teaching, Truth
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Just what DOES 2nd Peter 3:9 mean, anyway?
(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
Posted in Encouragement, Theology
Tagged 2nd Peter 3:9, election, John Wesley, Methodists, predestination, prevenient grace, unconditional election
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The Unsung Hero
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
“Hope for the Afflicted”
Posted in Encouragement, Evangelism, Missions & Martyrs
Tagged Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus
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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
Our Hero Lives.
Have a blessed Lord’s Day.
Posted in Encouragement
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Encouragement, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Religion, Theology
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Heat and Light
I was perusing a few of my favorite blogs tonight and came across a video at Slice of Laodicea posted by Sam Guzman entitled “Just Stop and Think“. I had never seen nor heard of the video before so I … Continue reading
Posted in Debates, Encouragement, Evangelism, Theology
Tagged Evangelism, God's Love, Gospel, James White, Phil Johnson, Pyromaniacs
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Conrad Mbewe-Total Depravity of Man
Posted in Random Selections
Tagged Bible, christian, Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus, Paul Washer
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The Origin of Evil (Gen. 3:1-7)
by John MacArthur Our world is certainly preoccupied where the issue of origins. We hear about it, read about it, all the time. Almost every edition of the newspaper, every edition of the major magazines of our nation discusses origins; … Continue reading
Read it and weep
Two People ‘Healed’ at Lakeland Revival Die The Slaughter of the Sheep blog carries news that two of those who were declared ‘healed’ by false prophet, Todd Bentley, have now died. HT: Slice
Posted in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Charismania, False Christs, Occult, The Occult
Tagged charismaniac, doctrines of demons, Error, false prophets, False Teachers, heresy, strong delusion
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