Expository or Topical Teaching?

I’ve been to churches that are almost dogmatic about expository teaching. Usually such churches are not a fan of topical teaching because, according to the logic, teaching on various topics in the Bible avoids dealing with other passages of scripture that would not be encountered in a more systematic expository approach. Usually, the promise is …

You know it’s time for the true church to prepare to go underground when…

1. Traditional churches feel compelled to hire security training to prepare for attacks on their people and facilities. 2. There is red flag after red flag that the economy is about to collapse. 3. The enemies of Israel warn us directly that they are coming for the “Sunday people”. 4. The three letter agencies warn …

Does BRICS Have Prophetic Overtones?

I guess I never thought I’d use my blog to comment on geoeconomics but frankly, the rapid movement in this area is, in my estimation, could align with biblical prophecy, which I do cover in my blog. So much in the world is happening fast in many domains: national politics, world politics, economics, financial, and …

Pray for the SBC Convention

The SBC convention is 9-12 June. We should pray for them as they grapple with cultural influences that run contrary to the Word of God. Let’s pray for an uncompromising return to the inerrant teachings of the Bible by all Baptist churches regardless of what the cost may be to them. It’s time for the …

Preparing for Coming Economic Challenges

There is so much going on in the economy right now that is just not reported. So many indicators are bad. What are some of the disturbing signals? Some independent analysts such as Quill Intelligence say the data indicates we are already in recession. What does this mean for the church? I’m sure there are …

Critiques of Hank Giesecke Article

I ran across a great article by Hank Giesecke at the following location: Harbingers Article. The article was good at reviewing the history of our nation and the current pathetic status of our culture and the silence of the church on the great moral and spiritual issues of our day. However, his recommendations to “have …

The Men’s Conference “Pole Dance” Follow Up

Well, once again Christian megachuch pastors are falling all over themselves to smooth over ruffled feathers. After Mark Driscoll gave a Holy Spirit driven rebuke of a pagan display from the platform of a large men’s conference, he decided to return and give his planned message. Of course the spineless pastor Lindell is just giddy …

“Christian” Men’s Conference Evil Opening

There is a story on CBN about pastor Mark Driscoll calling out the opening event at the Stronger Men’s Conference. The event opened with an evil display featuring a male stripper ripping off his shirt and doing a short pole dance. Disgusting! Now if anybody thinks the Lord is present at such an event after …

Home Church Update

I have started a home church. Been going for 6 weeks now with one other dechurched couple. I’ve become the de-facto teacher since others don’t have the time to do the preparation. But so far so good. Finding I have some things to learn about communicating the Word effectively to others. It’s one thing to …

Personal Interpretation of the Bible Part 2 – 7 Principles to Guide Your Study

I have a lot of Bibles! If you are a Christian I bet you do too. I have a box of pocket bibles for handing out to people. I have two massive study bibles. I have a cheap Bible I bought for $12.95 when I first got saved and I know there are several more …