Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons… –1 Timothy 4:1 There are numerous reports that Hank Hanegraaff, the well-known talk show host, and evangelical apologist known as “The Bible Answer Man,” has left the biblical Christian faith … Read more
Note: This has been re-posted in honor of Rod Dreher and the Feast of St. Benedict. In an atrocious display of terror and depravity, Coptic churches were bombed in Egypt. An explosion in Tanta killed 27 attenders at St. George’s Coptic Church, and a second explosion killed 17 in Alexandria at St. Mark’s Coptic Church. … Read more
“ … in their greed they will exploit you with false words. Their condemnation from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep. 2 Peter 2:2 In Revelation 2:20, Christ chided the church of Thyatira in no uncertain terms. “I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls … Read more
What is Folk Religion? First, a definition. Folk Religion is defined as, “Religious cultures”[1] developed by the common people of a particular religion whose belief and behavior tend to deviate from the orthodox expression traditionally held by the religion with which they associate. Folk religions are essentially a blend of formal religion and popular culture.”[2] At best, these deviations … Read more
The words of James must never be forgotten: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights” (James 1:17). This is no doubt as true of growth in grace, as it is of everything else. It is the “gift of God.” But still it must always … Read more
Are You Born Again? by J. C. Ryle (1816-1900) This is one of life’s most important questions. Jesus Christ said, “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:3). It is not enough to reply, “I belong to the church; I suppose I’m a Christian.” Thousands of nominal Christians … Read more
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. – Ephesians 5:11 Is it possible to be both a Freemason and a Christian? The question is really if it’s possible to be a member of two juxtaposed, contradictory and competing religions at the same time. And the answer is no. Jesus … Read more
There is a word that used to have no derogatory meaning but has found its permanent place in the insults of “Christianese.” Its original meaning referred to a man’s position as an expert adherent of God’s law with rabbinical duties to guide others. The word is – Pharisee. Nowadays, this word is used and thought of in … Read more
While we should be thankful for the plethora of warnings about The Shack that have been published in recent weeks, there is still a cause for concern in Zion. Pastors and concerned laypeople have done an admirable job, by my estimation, of sharing articles on their social media pages, providing a polemical view of both … Read more
“…He has no stately form or majesty That we should look upon Him, Nor appearance that we should be attracted to Him.” Isaiah 53:2 One of the worst nights of my life was December 6, 2008. It was the night of the SEC Championship game in Atlanta, Georgia. I had spent more money than this … Read more
Recently, Chris Rosebrough of Fighting for the Faith reviewed one of Clayton Jennings’ videos that he recorded on Facebook while driving as well as a spoken word video that he did attacking those who oppose him. Pulpit & Pen and Polemics Report has exposed Jennings for his continued impenitence after taking advantage of several young women prior … Read more
At the risk of being labeled, would you consider something? Would you consider something that, if it were true, you might actually appreciate the diagnosis, because it would be a sort of warning? Since you’re still reading, I’ll ask. Are you a Christian Minimalist? Technically speaking, minimalism ranges from a design concept popularized in the twentieth century to … Read more
“Yea, hath God said…” It’s the oldest trick in the book; bring just enough of the truth to someone to obscure the lie and it is, itself, the reason “Christian movies” are so successful. permit me to digress for a moment. I was recently having a conversation with a friend, whom we will call Eric … Read more
“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:42 There is little argument that the post-modern persona of the “church” has been grotesquely deformed from what the first-century bride of Christ looked like. The church has been prostituted. Her visible face is no … Read more
The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is hosting an upcoming event called the Stand Firm Apologetics Conference, and the individual they’ve chosen to take the “Christian” side in the conference debate is not a Christian…at least not by Southern Baptist or Protestant standards. Taking place March 3-4 at the SWBTS campus in Ft. Worth, the debate will … Read more
