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Monthly Archives: August 2009
Quotes (584)
Shun therefore the evil ways of Christians, but cleave to the way that is Christian. . . . Take heed therefore of picking up a quarrel with Jesus Christ, and with His ways, because of the evil doings of some … Continue reading
Posted in Quotes
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, church, Faith, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Jesus Christ, John Bunyan, Religion, Theology
2 Comments
Dangerous Times for the Church
by Mike Ratliff Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; (1 Timothy 4:1 KJV) Being Reformed in my theology, I adhere to … Continue reading
Words of Wisdom
As I was going through some old articles I’d printed out, I came across one from Ingrid Schlueter entitled ‘What God seeks in His remnant in Laodicea’. This article was from Sept. 14, 2007 and was posted by Ingrid at … Continue reading
Sermon of the week: “Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered” by Russ Sukhia.
Your sermon of the week is Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered by Russ Sukhia. The sermon overview from Sermon Audio reads: This Reformation Day sermon, the fourth in a series on Galatians, looks at justification by faith, and endeavors to clearly … Continue reading
Posted in Sermons
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, Faith, Galatians, God, Gospel, Jesus, Religion, Russ Sukhia, Sermon, Sermons, Theology
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Quotes (583)
“Further, J. says, ‘The worship service is most satisfying to me as an individual.’ What in all eternity has that got to do with it? Have her personal likes and dislikes any right to dictate method in the holy church … Continue reading
Refuting the cry of “Make Jesus Lord Today!”
Have you ever heard one of these “preachers” as they stand there and try to sound all hip and cool and relevant by saying that you should “Make Jesus Lord today!!!” That is about one of the most unbiblical statements … Continue reading
Quotes (582)
Worldly preachers seem to go out of their way to put their carnal expertise on display—even in their sermons. In the name of connecting with “the culture” they want their people to know they have seen all the latest programs … Continue reading
Posted in Quotes
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Quote, Quotes, Religion, Theology
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Did Rick Warren lie on Larry King? You decide.
Rick Warren from 2008: Rick Warren from 2009:
Posted in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Purpose Driven Lie
Tagged Apologetics, Apostasy, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, heresy, Jesus, Larry King, Purpose Driven, Religion, Rick Warren, Saddleback, Theology
7 Comments
The Cotton Patch Gospel.
As if I needed more evidence of the decline of the visible church in America, I stumbled upon the following DVD offered in a Vision Videos Christian catalog. The Cotton patch Gospel is described as follows: This award-winning musical drama … Continue reading
Posted in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Den of Robbers
Tagged Apologetics, Apostasy, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, Cotton Patch Gospel, Faith, God, Gospel, heresy, Jesus, Religion, Theology
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Quotes (582)
If we let passion take the place of judgment, and self-will reign instead of Scriptural authority, we shall fight the Lord’s battles with the devil’s weapons, and if we cut our own fingers we must not be surprised. – Charles … Continue reading
Posted in Random Selections
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, C. H. Spurgeon, Charles Spurgeon, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Quote, Quotes, Religion, Spurgeon!, Theology
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Quotes (581)
There are those who profess to believe in the existence of God . . . yet they have not His fear upon them and are not in subjection to Him. So there are many who claim to trust in the … Continue reading
Evangelism That Works?
I’ve seen Google ads for Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University that promote the program with this line: Evangelism that works. I recently took the class, and I can definitely recommend it for its solid financial training. However, I’d say to … Continue reading
Posted in Evangelism
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Quotes (580)
“The reason men do not fear God is because they entertain slight thoughts of Him: ‘Thou thoughtest that I was altogether such an one as thyself’ (Psalm 50:21).” Thomas Watson 1620-1686
Film review: “The Monstrous Regiment of Women.”
Having no idea what this video was about, I recently watched The Monstrous Regiment of Women. I quickly found myself not wanting it to end. It was a great documentary detailing the effects that feminism has had on our culture. … Continue reading
Posted in Recommended Films, Reviews
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Documentaries, God, Gospel, Jesus, Movie Review, Movie Reviews, Movies, Recommended Films, Recommended Movie, Religion, Theology
10 Comments
Quotes (579)
Just because the Moral Law is unable to restore the broken relationship with God does not mean it is without value. Just as physical laws create order in the universe, so spiritual laws create order in a nation. Many countries … Continue reading
Posted in Quotes
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, John R. Cross, Quote, Quotes, Religion, Theology
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The new JC Ryle quotes blog.
For those who can’t get enough JC Ryle, allow me to introduce you to the new JC Ryle Quotes blog.
Posted in Random Selections
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blog, Blogging, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, J. C. Ryle, Jesus, Quote, Quotes, Religion, Theology
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Quotes (578)
American believers have sold their lives to the service of Mammon, and God has His rightful way of dealing with those who succumb to the spirit of Laodicea. – Jim Elliot 1927 – 1956 ============================ UPDATE on this post: According … Continue reading
Brokenness
lyn “And when I heard this thing, I rent my garment and my mantle, and plucked off the hair of my head and of my beard, and sat down astonied.” Ezra 9:3 I read from the book of Ezra at … Continue reading
Sermon of the week: “Gaining the World and Losing Your Children” by Paul Washer.
Your sermon of the week is Gaining the World and Losing Your Children by Paul Washer. It is yet another challenging message directed toward fathers in how they treat their wives and children. When you are done with this sermon … Continue reading
Seeking your forgiveness.
Oftentimes in our zeal to defend truth and contend for the faith, we cross the line. And in spite of having a team of contributors that hold each other accountable, sometimes things slip through the cracks that should have never … Continue reading
Posted in Pilgrim's Corner
Tagged Apologetics, Bible, Blogging, christian, Christianity, church, Faith, God, Gospel, Jesus, Religion, Theology
6 Comments
This is a MUST read for all who think a simple profession of faith is all that’s needed for entrance into the Kingdom of God
The Cost of Following Jesus August 10, 2009 — Mike Ratliff by Mike Ratliff Now when Jesus saw a crowd around him, he gave orders to go over to the other side. And a scribe came up and said to him, … Continue reading
How to Win Souls for Christ
by C. H. Spurgeon It is a great privilege to have to speak to so noble a band of preachers; I wish that I were more fit for the task. Silver of eloquent speech and gold of deep thought have … Continue reading
Error: “Everybody was Catholic Until the Reformation”
Question: Has the church of Our Lord always been “catholic?” Answer: Yes Question: Has the church of Our Lord always been “Catholic?” Answer: No Now, don’t accuse me of speaking out of both sides of my mouth. It is a … Continue reading
Posted in Roman Catholicism, Theology
Tagged Augustine, Catholicism, Church History, Constantine, Coptic Church, Donatists, Great Schism, Inquisition, James White, John Wycliffe, Martin Luther, papacy, Protestants, Reformation, Waldensians, Western Schism, William Tyndale, William Webster
25 Comments
Is Salvation based on a promise we claim, or is it a work of the Spirit?
by A.W. Pink The Spirit Drawing There seems to be a pressing need for a clear and full exposition of the Spirit’s work of grace in the souls of God’s people. It is a subject which occupies a place of … Continue reading
A Tribute to the VBS Syndrome
Sadly, ’nuff said because it is all too true in far too many churcheskids’ clubs. HT: The Sacred Sandwich
Posted in Purpose Driven Lie
Tagged carnal christians, Easy Believism, reaching kids, Vacation Bible School, VBS
2 Comments
The church you’re better off not knowing.
The following video is from The Church You Know. Words fail me. ***** UPDATE ***** I have removed the video from this post and explained why here.
Posted in Apostasy/Lukewarm
Tagged Apologetics, Apostasy, Bible, Blogging, Christianity, church, cult, Cults, God, Gospel, heresy, Jesus, Religion, Theology
14 Comments
No One Comes to the Father Except through Jesus
August 9, 2009 — Mike Ratliff by Mike Ratliff “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement
Tagged Apostasy, Christianity, compromise, divisive, heresy, orthodox Christianity, Tolerance
6 Comments
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