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Mars Hill Church Issues

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Episode 271: Have you heard about the mess happening in Seattle? Seattle-based Mars Hill Church is having some serious issues with their lead pastor Mark Driscoll. While we do not know all the details (a point I iterate several times), it is a sad situation playing out for all the world to watch. But how does it apply to your situation, right where you live? Tune in as I show how some of the things happening in Washington are probably eerily similar to what you are struggling with in your life.

Question of the Day: Does God Exist?

Post-Christian Church

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Episode 251: Progressive Christianity is the “fifth column” which threatens Christendom in general. They demonstrate an element which is post-Christian in the church. Tune in as I expose the threat progressive theology and progressive Christianity pose to the Christianity.

“Fifth Column” Article

Question of the Day: Did Jesus say anything about homosexuality?

Catholicism 2

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Episode 237: Is the Catholic Church the church of the New Testament? I take a look at several doctrines of the Catholic Church to determine if they are Scriptural including calling priests “father,” rosary beads, and the worship and perpetual virginity of Mary. Prepare for some challenging insights.

Catholic Doctrines Which Contradict the Bible

Question of the Day: Was Peter married?

Catholicism 1

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Episode 236: So after a year on the job, I take a look back at some of the more controversial moves by the present Pope before taking a closer look at Catholicism in general. The rise of the papacy? Mary the mediatrix? Purgatory? Tune in as I examine these subjects.

Pope Francis Timeline

Question of the Day: What about praying to saints?

Marks of a True Christian, part 2

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Episode 236: The name “Christian” is thrown around somewhat flippantly today. What does the New Testament say should characterize one who claims to follow Christ? Tune in as I explain distinguishing characteristics of a true New Testament Christian.

Question of the Day: How do I become a Christian?

Marks of a True Christian, part 1

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Episode 233: The word “Christian” is used only three (3) times in the New Testament. What can we learn about the fundamental make-up of Christians from this scant evidence? Much! Tune in as I walk us through these texts and what they mean for us as Christians.

Question of the Day: How do I become a Christian?

The Continued Increase and Acceptability of Homosexuality

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Episode 232: So yesterday a federal judge struck down a ban on gay marriage and Arizona governor Jan Brewer vetoed a Senate Bill (1062) which would enable business to refuse service to gay couples. According to recent surveys, homosexuality marriage now has a majority of Americans who find it acceptable. What are Christians to make of this and what are we to do? Tune in as I discuss these current developments.

Texas Gay Marriage Ban Struck Down

Arizona Governor Vetoes Bill

Majority of Americans Support Gay Marriage

Engage

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Episode 230: As we continue through 2014, New Year resolutions are falling by the wayside and perhaps some goals are going unmet. Allow God to give you a pep talk of sorts as He reminds from His Word that we are His masterpiece and consequently have a work and walk to get busy getting after. Tune in as I explain we are made in Christ to engage!

godless

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Episode 227: With the rise of secularism and more and more people indicating “non-” or “none” for their religious choice, it just seems that America is becoming godless. What is a Christian to do with the rise of godlessness?  Tune in as I share the latest research data of the most godless cities and most religious states and what it means for Christians.

Question of the Day: Is Hell Real?

Godless cities in America

Updated godless cities in America

Most Religious States

Upon the Rock #6 – Upon the Rock

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Episode 223: Here is the final installment of the Upon the Rock Bible study series put together by brother Phil Sanders. What is God’s ideal for the church in regards to organization and worship? We’ll examine a series of Scriptures in order to get a better idea of how to worship God in Christ. Below is the downloadable worksheet.

Upon The Rock Lesson 5