State Of The Church
The Seven Raptures: Why The Catching Away Of The Church Is Not A Biblically Unprecedented Event
A lot of people find the idea of a rapture, a snatching away of people to heaven without dying, very difficult to accept. It seems too strange and too bizarre to be true. "After all," they say, "nothing like that's ever happened before!" But that's actually not true.
The Seven Raptures: Why The Catching Away Of The Church Is Not A Biblically Unprecedented Event
A lot of people find the idea of a rapture, a snatching away of people to heaven without dying, very difficult to accept. It seems too strange and too bizarre to be true. "After all," they say, "nothing like that's ever happened before!" But that's actually not true.
State Of The Church
The Seven Raptures: Why The Catching Away Of The Church Is Not A Biblically Unprecedented Event
A lot of people find the idea of a rapture, a snatching away of people to heaven without dying, very difficult to accept. It seems too strange and too bizarre to be true. "After all," they say, "nothing like that's ever happened before!" But that's actually not true.
The Antidote To A Lukewarm Spirit Is To Wholeheartedly Follow The Lord
The story of Caleb’s claim to Hebron is more than just a man desiring a piece of real estate. It shares a practical message that should encourage us today: God keeps His promises and will enable His people to serve Him if they will trust Him and obey His Word.
‘Evangelical’ Seminaries — The Latest Example Of The Church’s Willingness To Accommodate Sin
Sadly, 41% of regular churchgoers do not have any biblical problems with homosexual marriages, and now Fuller Theological Seminary is looking at being more accommodating to that culture. And we wonder why 8 out of 10 Americans feel the church’s influence is declining.
Truth vs Heresy: Examining God’s Special Relationship With His Chosen People
Replacement Theology and Dual Covenant theology are not just heresies, they are robbers and deniers of the faithfulness of God to those whom He has chosen.
Indifference Toward Israel And Bible Prophecy Wields Dangerous Ramifications
How convenient of the enemy to blur the sound theology behind true Dispensationalist teaching and get people wondering if all prophecy is history, the Church is Israel, and we are deluded if we think our “purpose” is to believe sound prophecy teaching when that is but a diversion.
What Hope Is There For Dead Churches?
The old paths were when the name of Christ was exalted, not avoided. The old paths were when people loved the truth and hated a lie; when they would follow the Word and ignore the world; when they came to church eager to get in, rather than waiting to get out.
Public Celebration Of Sin: The Episcopal ‘Church’ Shows Pride In Their Apostasy
In an attempt to show the world how “loving” and tolerant they are, Episcopalians have left truth far behind and have hitched themselves to a perverse movement that will only push for the acceptance of more and more sexual sin, leaving hurting victims in its wake.
Our Nation Is Dying Because Of Idle Shepherds Who Refuse To Get Involved In ‘Political Issues’
If Caesar says you are forbidden to talk about these issues—that they have taken and declared to be political—are you going to cower back into your corner and stay silent? If so, then you are complicit in the destruction and the attack against the will of God.
It’s Not Surprising America Is A ‘Post-Christian’ Nation When You Look At The State Of Our Pulpits
A survey by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University conducted just two years ago found that just slightly over only one-third (37%) of Christian evangelical pastors hold a biblical worldview.
Confronted By The Celebration Of Sin: ‘Pride Month’ Tests Our Commitment To The Truth Of God’s Word
As those who believe God’s Word and understand that what these individuals are celebrating is nothing short of bondage and slavery to sin, June can be a discouraging month. But it can also be more than that—it can be a month that tests our commitment to the truth of God’s Word.
George Barna Warns Our Culture Has ‘Reached a Time of Christian Invisibility’
The typical American soon won’t be influenced by anyone with a biblical worldview. That’s already the reality in some places in the US, and it is coming to the rest of the nation if the slide away from Christianity continues.
Does The World See A Fearless Church Or A Fainting Church?
We praise God that there are, even in this late hour, many remnant and fearless churches and ministries worldwide that the Lord is using to stand against the tide of evil and proclaim the hope of the gospel. However, we must also recognise that not all of the church body is fearless - there a good many who are fainting.
‘If Ever There Was a Time to Pray, It Is Now’: Churches Across The U.S. Stand with Israel
“I’ve never seen so much anti-Semitism in our world as we’re seeing. This is purely evil and anti-Semitic. These are the days in which we are living, and it calls for prayer.”
What More Does The Church Need To See Before They Conclude We Are Nearing Christ’s Return?
Just like those living in the first century AD, we live in biblical times today. Also similar to that day long ago, it’s primarily church leaders who are leading people away from anticipating the Lord’s imminent appearing.
A Hierarchal Society Devoid Of Jesus Christ: Examining The Beguiling Cult of Freemasonry
While arguably not as prominent as it was in the past, the Masons represent a unique group whose cultish tendencies become obvious the more their secret rituals are revealed.
Counterfeit Christianity: Satan Does More Harm By Imitation Than Outright Opposition
All of us would love to think that every church was led by a godly man who has been called by God into that position and has consecrated himself to the Lord’s service. However, I think it is apparent to all of us that there are many counterfeits who parade as godly men.
Debunking Popular Lies About Premillennialism
I once heard Amir Tsarfati say, “Israel’s future guarantees our salvation.” That’s why Premillennialism is not just a tertiary doctrine of little importance to us. It’s all about God keeping His promises both to Israel and to us.
Billy Graham Statue Unveiled In US Capitol: ‘My Father Would Want The Focus To Be On The One Whom He Preached’
“My father would be a little uncomfortable with this being here,” said Franklin Graham, who read John 3:16, one of the two verses inscribed on the statue’s base. “Because he would want the focus to be on the One whom he preached—the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God.”
Slumbering Preachers Need To Wake Up To The Reality That The King Is Coming
Bible prophecy is given as a light shining in a dark place (2 Peter 1:19). Talking about it should not instill fear in the Christian; rather, provide confirmation that the “blessed hope” is ever nearer and the time ever shorter to snatch people from the fire.
Did God Change His Mind?: United Methodist Church Chooses To Embrace And Welcome Sin
Sadly, instead of throwing off the sin that entangles and disables (Hebrews 12:1-2), the UMC chose to embrace and welcome the sin, effectively changing the label from sin to "a matter of personal conscience." Did God change His mind?
Pastors: Don’t Prepare The Bride To Meet The Antichrist, Prepare The Bride To Meet Her Bridegroom
As a pastor who believes in a pre-Tribulation rapture, let me say this: I am not preparing the bride for wrath; I am preparing the bride for a wedding. I am not preparing the bride to have her garments stained by the wickedness of the world, I am preparing the bride to hold onto the purity and hope of Christ.
Neither Christ-Centered Nor Biblical: Examining The Dangers Of The New Apostolic Reformation
The New Apostolic Reformation, commonly known as NAR, has been called both a movement and a theological belief. NAR is neither a Christ-centered movement nor a biblically correct theology.
End Of Debate… Christians Must Support Israel
As the fighting continues on and the body count rises, much of the world has maddingly turned their support to the terrorists and tragically against the victims! To my surprise, even Christians seem to be struggling with why they should be supporting Israel.
As A Pastor, I Will Not Stand By Idly As The Horror Of Antisemitism Unfolds Before Our Eyes
As Bible-believing Christians we should understand that the Jews have always been and always will be God’s chosen people. Antisemitism is evil, and as leaders and followers of Jesus we must speak out against it loudly and constantly.
Debunking Popular Lies About The Pre-Tribulation Rapture
One of the most unpopular beliefs among Christians today is that of the pre-Tribulation Rapture. Many not only scoff at our expectation of meeting Jesus in the air, but also ridicule those of us who believe it could happen at any moment.
Disturbing Hostility Toward Bible Prophecy: Why Does The Church Neglect This Profound Evangelism Tool?
Rick Warren characterizes prophecy as a “distraction” and says that anyone who lets himself get involved in distractions like studying prophecy “is not fit for the kingdom of God.”
Skip Heitzig: Why ‘Religious’ People Are The Hardest To Reach
The hardest people to reach are the ones who don't understand how bad off they really are. Their religion pacifies them to the point that they're insensate to their needs.
If Christians Aren’t Standing With And Supporting The Jewish People… Who Will?
Tsarfati stated that "prayer was the most successful air defense system." I agree. We know that when God's people pray, and especially when they have been and still are interceding for Israel and the Jewish people, God hears their prayers.
The Churches Are Sleeping: When Did The ‘Woke’ Pulpits Become The Norm?
It is extremely exciting to live in a day when so many prophetic events are converging, yet when I speak with my peers, many pastors and churches are sleeping, not concerned about the events unfolding right before us.
The Origin Of Hitler’s Final Solution: Why The ‘Wannsee Conference’ Is A Stark Warning For Christians
The Wannsee Conference had 15 attendees. Over half of the fifteen held doctorates. Most had also studied law. All fifteen were professing Christians. Because of their presence at Wannsee, all played their part in the extermination of the Jews, whether directly or indirectly.
Is Revelation Difficult To Understand… Or Difficult To Believe?
It is critical that we understand up front that this final book in the canon of God’s Word is not merely the fanciful and imaginative vision of John the Apostle. The very first verse in the book establishes that it is “The Revelation of Jesus Christ.”
The Pulpit Is Responsible
America's greatness has been undergirded from the beginning by our Judeo-Christian moral foundation. The Mayflower Compact, which the Pilgrims landed with in 1620 in Plymouth, states: "Having undertaken, for the glory of God, and the advancement of the Christian faith ...." DeTocqueville, at the time of the American Revolution, attributed America's greatness to the American pulpits "aflame with righteousness."
Why Knowing The Imminency Of The Rapture Is So Critical For Believers
In spite of the long wait and scoffing that comes my way, I remain convinced that imminency is not only incredibly important for today, but also an essential aspect of our walk with the Savior.
