Monthly Archives: August 2009

True Christianity

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Nada Scriptura?

Posted on August 9, 2009 by

The world’s false religions and cults have many similarities, and one common thread among them all is their disbelief / distrust / disdain for the Bible. And among these groups, five stand out as surprising when you consider that they … Continue reading →

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Quotes (577)

Posted on August 8, 2009 by

I believe there is far more harm done by unholy and inconsistent Christians than we are at all aware of. Such men are among Satan’s best allies. They pull down by their lives what ministers build up with their lips. … Continue reading →

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Gerber’s new “Christian Baby Food.”

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Gerber’s new “Christian Baby Food” from Sacred Sandwich: HT: Atlantic Baptist

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Quotes (576)

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Women who break the unwritten two-child-per-family rule are often greeted with questions like, “Haven’t you guys figured out what causes that?” Fathers who choose to emphasize their sons’ spiritual growth at the expense of their participation in the all-consuming pursuit … Continue reading →

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Steven J. Lawson: “True Liberation Theology” (Galatians 5:1-5:6)

Posted on August 8, 2009 by

Galatians 5:1-6 (NASB)–1 It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery. 2 Behold I, Paul, say to you that if you receive circumcision, Christ … Continue reading →

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How important is it to get the Gospel right?

Posted on August 7, 2009 by

I read this at Truth Matters; it speaks volumes as to why we MUST continue to fight the good fight. We here at DefCon are in complete agreement with our brothers at Truth Matters. We must speak out against false … Continue reading →

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Jesus Commands us to be Judgmental

Posted on August 6, 2009 by

In John 7:24, Jesus said, “Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” Of course, if there is righteous judgment, there is sinful judgment, which should certainly be avoided. However, it is beneficial to be judgmental in … Continue reading →

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Sola Scriptura (65)

Posted on August 6, 2009 by

“Son of man, speak to the sons of your people and say to them, ‘If I bring a sword upon a land, and the people of the land take one man from among them and make him their watchman, and … Continue reading →

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Sermon of the week: “The Curse Motif of the Atonement” by R.C. Sproul.

Posted on August 5, 2009 by

Your sermon of the week is The Curse Motif of the Atonement by R.C. Sproul. I’ve had this message on my MP3 player for a while now and only got around to listening to it the other day. Wow. I … Continue reading →

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Quotes (575)

Posted on August 5, 2009 by

“I think there is nothing so startling in all the graces of God as His quietness. When men have raged untruths in His name, when they have used the assumed authority of the Son of God to put to death … Continue reading →

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Excerpt from ‘Pride Catechized’

Posted on August 4, 2009 by

This is too good not to post. This is from Spurgeon’s sermon, ‘Pride Catechized’ which can be read in it’s entirety here… “Moreover, he requires the giving up of all known sin, the hating of all sin, and the objector … Continue reading →

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Quotes (574)

Posted on August 4, 2009 by

God saves whom He will, when He will, and where He will. I feel persuaded that I shall never fathom the depths of my own natural depravity–nor climb to the tops of the mountains of God’s eternal love. I feel … Continue reading →

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Preaching Error with Assurance

Posted on August 4, 2009 by

by Mike Ratliff at Possessing the Treasure Certain persons, by swerving from these, have wandered away into vain discussion, desiring to be teachers of the law, without understanding either what they are saying or the things about which they make … Continue reading →

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Quotes (573)

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I think that it is so important to know this. In a time like this of tolerance, listen, false teaching will always cry intolerance. It will always say you are being divisive, you are being unloving, you are being ungracious, … Continue reading →

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Please remember to pray

Posted on August 3, 2009 by

As the violent religion of Islam continues to persecute Christians, may we be reminded always to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ . Pakistan Christians Mourn Eight Killed In Violence Christians across Pakistan closed their schools Monday, August … Continue reading →

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Quotes (572)

Posted on August 3, 2009 by

Some people think they’re Christians but have never experienced a changed life. But the separation the Holy Spirit works in salvation is a transformation that will show up in the way a person lives. Prior to salvation a person is … Continue reading →

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Do you have a passion for God?

Posted on August 3, 2009 by
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“Thankful to have been raised a Roman Catholic” by Brother Michael.

Posted on August 3, 2009 by

Brother Michael responded to a comment on this post that I thought was worthy of reprinting here. In reading Joanna’s comments and perusing the fodder titled, “Sola Scriptura – A Blueprint for Anarchy”, I must digress and say how thankful … Continue reading →

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Quotes (571)

Posted on August 2, 2009 by

To sin because mercy abounds is the devil’s logic. . . . He that sins because of God’s mercy shall have judgment without mercy. Mercy abused turns to fury. . . . Mercy is not for them that sin and … Continue reading →

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Sproul and Mohler on the seeker-sensitive movement.

Posted on August 2, 2009 by

HT: Reformation Theology

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Quotes (573)

Posted on August 2, 2009 by

According to researchers, between 70 and 88 percent of Christian teens are leaving the church by their second year in college. That’s right, modern American Christianity has a failure rate somewhere around eight (almost nine) out of ten when it … Continue reading →

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Steven J. Lawson: “Who Is Your Mother?” (Galatians 4:21-4:31)

Posted on August 1, 2009 by

Galatians 4:21-4:31 (NASB)–21 Tell me, you who want to be under law, do you not listen to the law? 22 For it is written that Abraham had two sons, (AB)one by the bondwoman and one by the free woman. 23 … Continue reading →

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