We – “we” representing the “abide in my word,” Spirit-regenerated, authentic disciples of Jesus (John 8:31)– can be quite the intolerant bunch … and that’s a noble descriptor for us. We should strive to keep that adjective. You could say that we inherited our intolerance from our Father. Jesus, the Son of God – the … Read more
The following article by Charles Spurgeon, excerpted in full, was published in The Sword and The Trowel in November 1887. By the time of its publication, some half dozen articles related to the Down-Grade had been previously released by the publication during the earlier part of 1887. The Down-Grade Controversy would continue through -and its … Read more
“Freemasonry teaches that salvation may be attained by ‘good works’ and not through faith in Christ alone.” The North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention If you are a Christian you have probably asked this question to someone at least once in your life: “If you died today, do you know if God … Read more
WHAT IS CULTURAL MARXISM The term Cultural Marxism, which is also known as multiculturalism (although the latter term has various meanings and implications), is a philosophy that is perhaps as old as 1919. According to William S. Lind, Cultural Marxism came into thought when the classical Marxist scheme did not work in Western Civilization in … Read more
The Holman Christian Standard Bible The creation of the Holman Christian Standard Bible was funded by the Southern Baptist Convention entity, Lifeway Christian Resources. After the death of the HCSB’s braintrust (and former editor of the New King James Version), Arthur Farstad, the project continued under different leadership and a slightly changed direction (and translation source). … Read more
As a rule, I stay away from Christian fiction, either in the form of a book or a movie. Christian fiction usually depicts fictional theology. The Shack is not exception. The movie version of the book The Shack will be in theaters starting this Friday. Anyone who has a minuscule modicum of discernment knows that this … Read more
Harbor Shores Church in Noblesville, Indiana – which revoked the ministry license of uber-promiscuous evangelist, Clayton Jennings, met this last Sunday night to determine what should happen to his father, Don Jennings. Polemics Report gave audio to the elders at Harbor Shores of Don Jennings’ meeting with his wife Lisa, son Clayton, Clayton’s victim and … Read more
One of the prevailing erroneous criticisms plaguing polemics and discernment ministries is the improper application of Matthew 18 also known as church discipline. Church discipline, when rightly understood, does not apply to public figures acting in a public manner. In other words, when false teachers teach falsely and publicly, not only is a public refutation … Read more
Here’s a little background on my typical weekday. I work the overnight shift, from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, so I can be home to take care of my infant son. Because I made poor career decisions in my past this is the path I must tread but I do not regret being there with … Read more
There is a danger that has come into the sheepfold; apostates have come in and they probably have always been here. However, with the prevalence of social media, their influence has spread and it is more important than ever before to recognize the marks of an apostate, a person who at one time knew and … Read more
I read an article that gave the links to around twenty other news agencies that were reporting on a Pro-Life rally. All but one of the articles linked had the exact same story written out. There was some effort to tweak the details but it was obvious that there was a certain national agenda being … Read more
The special weekend edition of Polemics Report as airs on terrestrial radio, JD focuses on Russell Moore’s animal rights agenda. As always, you can listen at SermonAudio.com or iTunes.
In January 2013 I was informed of a conference that simply everyone who’s anyone was going to. I was even invited to bring our youth along with a local church to the conference. My own children were informed by their friends that all the local church youth groups were going to this conference. … Read more
Is World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) getting into the evangelism business? In summer 2015, WWE purchased the worldwide rights for the soon-to-be-released Christian movie The Resurrection of Gavin Stone. The feel-good film is a project of Harvest Bible Chapel’s Vertical Church Films and features WWE hall of famer Shawn Michaels, who is an evangelical Christian. A … Read more
Unfortunately, it seems that with each new poll that comes out we continue to find a declining interest and concern regarding theology among those who identify themselves as evangelical. People are attending church, but those in the pews are more ignorant of doctrine, theology, and biblical content than they ever were. Beyond the seemingly obvious … Read more
