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Naming Names: Donald Trump, Russell Moore, and the Crucible of American Evangelicalism

“Now if any man builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, each man’s work will become evident; for the day will show it because it is to be revealed with fire, and the fire itself will test the quality of each man’s work. If any man’s work which he has built on it remains, he will receive … Read more

40 harmful effects of Christianity #16 – Censorship

“Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things.” Philippians 4:8 This post is the sixteenth in a series that addresses a list of “40 harmful effects of … Read more

This entry is part 15 of 32 in the series 40 Harmful Effects of Christianity

Strength to Stand? Scott Dawson Dehydrates and Rebrands

Last May, Pulpit & Pen published an article entitled Ergun Caner: The Best at What He Does about the scheduling of disgraced Christian evangelist and apologist, Ergun Caner, to speak at a teen youth camp put on by the Scott Dawson Evangelistic Association.   Despite leaving his job as President of Brewton-Parker College amidst allegations of … Read more

Trading Doctrines Like Pokemon Cards

There is a plague of young men who call themselves Christians and call themselves Reformed who can quote the greatest theologians and speak all the right lingo and call the Puritans their homeboys and who trade Bible doctrines back and forth like they were Pokemon cards. They believe that what makes them Reformed is the … Read more

Liberals, Mystics, Catholics…Oh My *UPDATED*

The speaker lineup for Liberty University’s Convocation is, well, interesting. The list includes liberals, mystics, Roman Catholics, and….Trump. As a Liberty University student, I understand the stated rationale for these guests, but I believe there is a problem in offering these individuals a venue as notable as Liberty University with which to disseminate their views. … Read more

But They’re Reaching People

But they’re reaching people. They’re reaching people who wouldn’t be reached otherwise. If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard that I could get Creflo the 70 million dollar jet he’s been wanting. I could ride in better style than Ed Young’s Ferrari. I could release my bowels in more luxury than Joyce Meyer … Read more

The Blood of Catholics on Southern Baptist’s Hands

For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their deeds. – 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 As we … Read more

SBC Prez at IHOP – My First Impressions

Dressed like Marty McFly, I couldn’t help but wonder if he drove up to Kansas City in a DeLorean. But there he is. I’m blogging this in real time. Ronnie Floyd is looking 80s stylish, and even with his fluffy preacher-esque haircut, will not be called Ronnie Armani this night. No, he’s dressed to fit … Read more

Apostate Church By The Glades Features Cussing Hip Hop Group, Fancy

The circus-church known as Church By The Glades in Coral Springs Florida is well known for being unorthodox, unbiblical, and outright apostate. Recently, for a sermon carnival titled More :: Move Fancy Please, a cover for hip-hop artist by the name of Iggy Azalea performed a self-indulgent carnival act of worldliness and self-promotion. This is … Read more

Ronnie Floyd and IHOP Now Bringing Catholic Track

Last week I reported on Southern Baptist president, Ronnie Floyd, participating in the Onething Conference put on by the apostate IHOP (International House Of Prayer) Church, founded by New Apostolic Reformation “prophet” Mike Bickle. I even went out on a limb and speculated that he may be attempting to unite the Southern Baptist Convention with … Read more

SBC Prez, Ronnie Floyd, Joining With IHOP Cult To Promote Charismania

Arguably one of the most spiritually dangerous cults in the world today, IHOP (International House of Prayer), headed by the New Apostolic Reformation’s false prophet, Mike Bickle, is hosting its annual Onething Conference December 28-31. IHOP, known for it’s youth-targeted, stage-managed productions of audio-visual, hyper-sensual emotional stimuli that simulates a spiritual revival, will be hosting … Read more

Chick-Fil-A Sponsoring Gay-Affirming Level Ground Event

**Editor’s note:  As we’ve reported on a number of times, Level Ground is a gay-affirming organization that puts on events in which it purports to have a conversation with Christians about homosexuality. This event, in which well-known ERLC research fellow, Karen Swallow Prior, is closely associated with is touted as an LGBT film festival. It … Read more

Update: Lifeway Peddling Gay-Affirming Prosperity Preacher For Profit

Remember the large kerfuffle that started last year involving Lifeway, the media retail branch of the Southern Baptist Convention, and their peddling of heretical materials for profit? It all began when Pulpit & Pen confronted Ed Stetzer, Executive Director of Lifeway Research about Lifeway’s promotion of Heaven Tourism books and other heretical materials in their … Read more