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brother MichaelThis picture of the earth and the moon from over 100 million miles away gives you an idea of the vastness of God’s creation {from …..daily mail} “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding.” -Job 38:4
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Stand in Awe
Posted: August 23, 2010 by unworthy1 in Creation vs Evolution, EncouragementTags: Creation, God, Jesus Christ
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My Trip to the Creation Museum
Posted: August 15, 2010 by unworthy1 in Creation vs Evolution, EncouragementTags: Creation, Christianity, God, Jesus Christ, creation museum
Three years ago, I went with my brother and sister-in-law to the Creation Museum in Petersburg, Kentucky. It was about a six hour drive {one way}, I found it to be worth the drive. I put together a video including pictures from the museum with Selah’s ‘How Great Thou Art’ as background music. I hope [...]
Why Homosexual Marriage is Wrong
Posted: August 13, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Marriage, homosexuality, homosexual marriage, perversion
As we see the homosexual agenda forcefully pressing on, demanding acceptance and equality, we must not lose sight of why the covenant of marriage excludes homosexuals. The latest audacity of a judge overruling prop. 8 isn’t really that shocking, this is the nature of a depraved mind. You don’t have to dig too deep into [...]
The Effects of Sin
Posted: August 8, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, John MacArthurTags: Sin, sin's affects
Every other human being is captured under the fearful power of sin, and sin is a destructive thing. This is vividly illustrated in a story told many years ago about Leonardo da Vinci. Leonardo da Vinci was painting his great masterpiece known as The Last Supper. He sought long for a model for Jesus Christ. [...]
Quotes (773)
Posted: July 20, 2010 by unworthy1 in C.H. Spurgeon, QuotesTags: Christianity, God, Gospel, Holy Spirit, Jesus
God never clothes men until He has first stripped them, nor does He quicken them by the gospel till first they are slain by the Law. When you meet with persons in whom there is no trace of conviction of sin, you may be quite sure that they have not been wrought upon by the [...]
The Beauty of Christ
Posted: July 19, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Paul Washer, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ
Thanks to Ill be Honest for this clip…
“Are Tim Keller & John Piper Even Christian?”-from Mike Ratliff’s ‘Rejoicing in Faith’
Posted: July 14, 2010 by unworthy1 in Creation vs Evolution, EncouragementTags: Christianity, Creation, False Teachers, heresy
Rejoicing in Faith July 14, 2010 — Mike Ratliff by Mike Ratliff Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for [...]
God’s view on Homosexuality
Posted: July 14, 2010 by unworthy1 in John MacArthurTags: John MacArthur, homosexuality, perversion, wickedness
by John MacArthur So it isn’t long after God has ordained one man for one woman for life that all kinds of perversions occur…fornications, adultery, incest, rape, prostitution, polygamy. And you can add to that the sin of homosexuality. For that you go to chapter 19 of Genesis. And I do want to spend some [...]
Behold, I am Vile
Posted: July 9, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, Grace, Jesus Christ, mercy
“Behold, I am vile!” Job 40:4 JOB did not always think so. While at a distance from God–he could boast, argue, and contend with God! But when brought into the presence of God’s holiness–the contrast was so striking, that he sunk down in astonishment, clothed with shame, and filled with self-loathing! The manifestation of God’s [...]
How Great Thou Art!
Posted: July 8, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, God, Jesus, Jesus Christ
Quotes (767)
Posted: July 7, 2010 by unworthy1 in QuotesTags: Apostasy, Christianity, Gospel, Jesus Christ, Walter Martin
[Progressive/liberals] infest our theological seminaries, and our colleges, and fill our pulpits, across the United States and Canada, who not God; do not believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and will stand in the way of anybody that wants to preach it. That is the ultimate danger to [the visible] church; because it is inside [...]
The ONLY Way…Christ
Posted: July 3, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: global church, globalism, Gospel, heresy, Jesus Christ
This comes from Mike Ratliff… Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25-26 ESV) The evidence of the culpability of Ralph Winter in at [...]
Quotes (764)
Posted: July 2, 2010 by unworthy1 in J.C. Ryle, QuotesTags: Christianity, false prophets, False Teachers, Jesus, Jesus Christ, warning
Many things combine to make the present inroad of false doctrine peculiarly dangerous. There is an undeniable zeal in some of the teachers of error: their “earnestness” makes many think they must be right. There is a great appearance of learning and theological knowledge: many fancy that such clever and intellectual men must surely be [...]
Who is your Anchor…
Posted: July 2, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, discipleship, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Oswald Chambers
Steph at surrender all offers us this post… We find out very quickly when faced with adversity, whether we are following a religious creed or following the person of the Lord Jesus Christ, by how we respond. Our confidence has to be rightly placed, i.e. in Jesus Himself. Oswald shares that, “Many hundreds who accept [...]
Getting Back to the Gospel
Posted: June 30, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, Gospel, Jesus Christ
This piece comes from Herescope… Does not the salvation of sinners trump national restoration? An Editorial by Rev. Dr. Orrel Steinkamp There is a new virus going around. Its called Christian political war gaming. Once the virus strikes it becomes a near obsession. I know a number of people who don’t get enough sleep because [...]
Quotes (762)
Posted: June 30, 2010 by unworthy1 in J.C. Ryle, QuotesTags: Christianity, Quotes, Faith, God, Jesus Christ
True faith is not a mere “mental assent” to certain theological propositions—but a living, burning, active principle—which works by love, purifies the heart, overcomes the world, and brings forth much fruit of holiness and good works. Let us live as if we really believed every jot and tittle of Scripture—and as if a dying, risen, [...]
Backward Christian Soldiers
Posted: June 29, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, conviction
I found this at Moriel Ministries, this is the fight song for the visible church, prayerfully, it does NOT apply to you… by George Verwer Backward Christian soldiers, Fleeing from the fight, With the cross of Jesus, Nearly out of sight. Christ our rightful master Stands against the foe Onward into battle, we seem afraid [...]
Wickedness is increased
Posted: June 27, 2010 by unworthy1 in Abortion, NewsTags: murder, Abortion, Pro-Abortion, wickedness
This is very disturbing, this is man’s way of justifying murder… No foetal pain before 24 weeks’ By Branwen Jeffreys Health correspondent, BBC News There is no new evidence to show foetuses feel pain in the womb before 24 weeks, and so no reason to challenge the abortion limit, UK doctors say. The Royal College [...]
I am often reminded of a hint of God’s power whenever a thunderstorm rolls through. This particular storm was in Chicago, several hundred miles from my hometown. The photos are from the dailymail site and are too good to pass up… “When He utters His voice, there is a tumult of waters in the heavens, [...]
A Conference you WILL want to miss
Posted: June 23, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/LukewarmTags: Apostasy, deception, False Teacher, False Teachers
Do notice the familiar faces as these false teachers gather… From Newspring website… The NewSpring Leadership Conference is a full day of teaching focused on influence and how it affects our preaching of the Gospel. We’re passionate about the local church, and we believe in the power of the preached Gospel to show how Jesus [...]
Dare We
Posted: June 23, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, commitment to Christ, He is worthy, Jesus Christ, worthiness
This is a worthy piece that comes to DefCon readers from latter days Dare we stand before the living God and declare the right to live our own lives the way that we see fit? Still think God gave His life so that you could enjoy your “best life now” in this temporal world? It [...]
The Shame of Sin
Posted: June 23, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, Jesus Christ, repentance, Thomas Watson
by Thomas Watson; from ‘The doctrine of repentance’ The fourth ingredient in repentance is shame: “that they may be ashamed of their iniquities” (Ezek. 43:10). Blushing is the color of virtue. When the heart has been made black with sin, grace makes the face red with blushing: “I am ashamed and blush to lift up [...]
I am Nothing
Posted: June 22, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, God, Jesus Christ, Quotes
Paul’s estimate of himself (James Smith, “The Pastor’s Morning Visit”) “I am nothing!” 2 Corinthians 12:11 This was Paul’s estimate of himself : “less than the least of all saints,” and “the chief of sinners.” The more we know of ourselves and of Jesus– the more shall we be humbled in the dust before Him; [...]
Christian Reiki
Posted: June 22, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/Lukewarm, EncouragementTags: Apostasy, Occult
Carla from More books and things brings to light yet another unbiblical ‘practice’ sweeping through {apostate} Christianity… A Thing called ‘Christian’ Reiki Yes, you heard right. First there was yoga, then there was ‘Christian’ yoga, and now there’s …drum roll please…’Christian’ Reiki! This is what Reiki/pastor Katherine “Kate” Epperly says… Christian Reiki Healing Christian reiki [...]
Powerful message
Posted: June 20, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Paul WasherTags: God, Jesus Christ
The Perverted Priesthood
Posted: June 19, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/Lukewarm, John MacArthur, Roman CatholicismTags: Apostasy, Cults, False Teachers, Roman Catholic, Roman Catholicism, Rome
This is from John MacArthur, back in 2002. Needless to say, things within the RCC have only deteriorated since then. One line in particular that jumped out at me was this one, ‘At the time of his ordination, which can never be repeated, can never be reverted or rescinded: It is once for good. That’s [...]
Ecumenical Jihad
Posted: June 18, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, John MacArthurTags: Apostasy, deception, False Teachers, heresy, John MacArthur
It’s about the beat
Posted: June 18, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Christianity, Music, Worship Music
The debate over music, what’s acceptable and what isn’t in God’s eyes, will continue until Christ returns. I found this very interesting piece at latter days and decided to post it here. I’ve also included another link from the same blog concerning music at the end of this post. I do hope you will consider [...]
It’s About Time!!!!
Posted: June 17, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Evangelism, NewsTags: Christianity, God, Gospel, Jesus
This is a long overdue rebuke to the Southern Baptists by Matt Chandler; he scolds preachers of the SBC, and rightly so. This article comes from the Christian Post, although I am not a ‘fan’ of this website, I do feel the content of this article is worthy of sharing. Read on… Young Evangelical Takes [...]
The Strong Delusion
Posted: June 16, 2010 by unworthy1 in EncouragementTags: Apostasy, Christianity, heresy, Jesus Christ
This edifying piece comes from Mike Ratliff’s blog. I am always encouraged by his writings, God has gifted him with the ability to teach, and I praise Him for that. Be blessed as you read… Therefore God Sends Them A Strong Delusion June 15, 2010 — Mike Ratliff by Mike Ratliff And the king of Israel [...]
What would the Modern Preacher Have Done?
Posted: May 30, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Evangelism, Paul WasherTags: Christianity, Faith, Gospel, Jesus Christ
A Jealous God
Posted: May 21, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: attribute of God, Christianity, fear, Jesus Christ, reverence
March 29th, 1863 by C. H. SPURGEON (1834-1892) “For the Lord, whose name is jealous, is a jealous God.”—Exodus 34:14. The passion of jealousy in man is usually exercised in an evil manner, but it is not in itself necessarily sinful. A man may be zealously cautious of his honor, and suspiciously vigilant over another, [...]
Go,Stand,Speak
Posted: May 21, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, Faith, Jesus, Jesus Christ
Holy Violence
Posted: May 16, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ
“The kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force.” -Matt 11:12 The exercises of the worship of God are contrary to nature; therefore, there must be a provoking of ourselves to them. The movement of the soul toward sin is natural, but its movement toward heaven is violent. The stone moves [...]
The Nature of True Repentance
Posted: May 9, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, God, Gospel, Grace, Jesus, Jesus Christ, repentance, Thomas Watson
by Thomas Watson I shall next show what gospel repentance is. Repentance is a grace of God’s Spirit, whereby a sinner is inwardly humbled and outwardly reformed. For a further amplification, know that repentance is a spiritual medicine made up of six special ingredients: 1. Sight of sin 2. Sorrow for sin 3. Confession of [...]
A Godly Man Weeps
Posted: May 6, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, God, Jesus Christ, Thomas Watson
David sometimes sang with his harp; and sometimes the organ of his eye wept: “I water my couch with my tears” (Psalm 6:6). Christ calls his spouse his “dove” (Song 2:14). The dove is a weeping creature. Grace dissolves and liquefies the soul, causing a spiritual thaw. The sorrow of the heart, runs out at [...]
Can a homosexual be an authentic Christian
Posted: May 2, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Debates, Random SelectionsThere is an interesting debate going on over at biblical thought concerning this hotly contested subject. You may want to weigh in with your biblical response after reading the post and comments by a couple of folks there… The topic of homosexuality has recently received increased attention since Jennifer Knapp publicly declared her homosexual lifestyle. [...]
Dangers facing the young and reformed
Posted: April 30, 2010 by unworthy1 in Paul Washer, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, Jesus Christ, Religion, Theology
The Death of an Unbeliever
Posted: April 30, 2010 by unworthy1 in Random SelectionsTags: death, death of unbelievers, to die without Christ
I work in a nursing home, I see the elderly drugged daily because of pain, or behavioral issues. Several have passed away since I started working there, they depart in silence, largely due to the influence of drugs. I ponder what would it be like if they were not under the influence of drugs, which [...]
As the Tree falls, so must it lie
Posted: April 28, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, Random SelectionsTags: Christianity, Holiness, Jesus Christ
“Let him who does wrong—continue to do wrong; let him who is vile—continue to be vile.” –Revelation 22:11 The character with which men reach the final judgment—will be their permanent character forever. The man who lives in sin unto the end—is making his own destiny. Habits of sin—make the whole life sinful. It is this [...]
A Warning to Modern Day Pastors and Preachers
Posted: April 16, 2010 by unworthy1 in EvangelismTags: Christianity, Evangelism, Gospel, Jesus Christ
This is a message for pastors. I am discharging this message to you. You’ve been duly warned. Matthew 11:20-30 is one of the most sobering, yet hopeful sections of Scripture in all of Matthew. Jesus gives a stern warning to three cities (Korazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum) that should have repented because of his testimony. Listen [...]
Signs of the times
Posted: April 13, 2010 by unworthy1 in J.C. RyleTags: Apostasy, Christianity, deception
This sermon by J.C. Ryle was preached in 1884; if things were deteriorating then, what would Mr. Ryle think of our present world? May the Lord bless you as you read…. Signs of the Times By J. C. Ryle, October 21, 1884 Enormous luxury, extravagance, self-indulgence, mammon-worship, and an idolatry of fashion and amusements, are [...]
This is worth re-posting. Resurrection day is NOT about a made up bunny, nor is it about hunting eggs. Let’s not forget this from Isaiah 48:11,‘I will not give my glory unto another’. A Holy God will NOT share what is solely due Him with a fictitious character. The Lamb is worthy of all glory, [...]
The Cross of Christ
Posted: April 3, 2010 by unworthy1 in Paul WasherTags: Jesus, Jesus Christ, the cross of Christ
The Scriptures declare that all humankind lay under the curse. As it is written, “Cursed is everyone who does not abide by all the things written in the Book of the Law, to perform them.” From heaven’s perspective, those who break God’s Law are vile and worthy of all loathing. They are a wretched lot, [...]
Saved from Spiritual Cancer
Posted: March 26, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, EvangelismTags: Christianity, God, Gospel, Jesus
HT- Ill Be Honest
Ministry in the age of itching ears
Posted: March 26, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/Lukewarm, John MacArthurTags: Christianity, False Teachers, Gospel, Jesus Christ, John MacArthur
From 1st Timothy 4:1-5 by John MacArthur Now I’ll ask you a simple question. Why are people unwilling to endure sound teaching? Because they love…what?…sin. Sound preaching confronts and rebukes sin and people with love for sinful life style will not tolerate it, they just want their ears tickled. Paul says we can’t do that…we [...]
Prepare to Meet Thy God
Posted: March 24, 2010 by unworthy1 in C.H. SpurgeonTags: Christianity, Faith, God, Jesus
This is a great post which comes from A voice crying out … “The trees of the world’s forest are all marked for the axe; let us not build our nests upon them. They will come down ere long beneath the strokes of time and death, and we shall share their fall if we seek [...]
Against Popery
Posted: March 19, 2010 by unworthy1 in Apostasy/Lukewarm, Roman CatholicismTags: Apostasy, Cults, false prophets, False Teacher, False Teachers, Pope, Roman Catholic
Wherefore, my dearly Beloved, flee from Idolatry. 1 Cor. 10.14 by Thomas Watson When I consider that saying of the blessed Apostle Paul, I am pure from the Blood of all men, Acts 20.26; And that which made him say so, was, because he had not shun’d to declare (unto his hearers then committed to [...]
Consider Your Ways
Posted: March 18, 2010 by unworthy1 in Encouragement, J.C. RyleTags: Christianity, Faith, Jesus, Religion
“Thus says the Lord of hosts; Consider your ways.” Haggai 1:7 Let us be on our guard against false doctrine. Unsound faith will never be the mother of really sound practice, and in these latter days, departures from the faith abound. See then that your loins be girt about with truth, and be very jealous [...]
