Why do the nations rage and the people plot a vain thing? The older this sickly world gets, the more I think of Psalm 2. Around the time of posting this I read where a journalist quipped that a certain individual was "richer than God." I understand that it was a typical hyperbolic statement. Yet we frequently … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 22 – 27, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 22 – 27, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 22, 2021 ‘Please Pray’: Invocations Take Center Stage as Nation Mourns Horrific Tragedy in Waukesha India: Authorities impose ban on Christian gatherings 7 pastors … [Read more...]
Olive Tree Ministries
Olive Tree Ministries' Mission Statement: Our purpose is to help people understand the times according to the Bible, contend for the faith in Jesus Christ, and help the Church stand against deception as watchmen on the wall in these last days. We encourage Christians to stand by Israel In May 1948, the year Israel … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving 2021
Happy Thanksgiving to all those who celebrate! Regardless of life’s circumstances, we have much to be thankful for. Alf and I thank God for our family and friends, for His provision, protection, for the Blessed Hope and for His faithfulness. We thank Him for the ways He has drawn us closer to each other and to … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 15 – 20, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 15 – 20, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 15, 2021 Pastor Slain for Refusing to Remove Church Building in Eastern Uganda 600-Year-Old Gold Bible Pendant, Possibly Owned by U.K. Royalty, Discovered in … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 8 – 13, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 8 – 13, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 8, 2021 UK Christians unite in prayer for persecuted Church Nashville pastor saves congregants from gunman who attacked during prayer At least some of 17 … [Read more...]
When God Permits Crushing Events
How should Christians respond when God permits crushing events? What if God permitted the death of all your loved ones? When tragedy occurs Many, many years ago (1978) there was a plane crash just outside Melbourne, Australia. A man arrived home from work one day to learn that six members of his family died. A … [Read more...]
What does the Bible say about Socialism?
What does the Bible say about Socialism? The following article by Peter Goeman (Shepherds Theological Seminary) spells it out biblically, in an easy to follow manner. While they are different subjects, there is a connection between Socialism, Critical Race Theory and the demands of LGBTQ. At the core of it all is a … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 1 – 6, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 1 - 6, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 1, 2021 Sir Michael Palin joins appeal to safeguard UK’s historic churches ‘Please Pray’: Chinese Preacher Details Ongoing Persecution at His Home Pastors Who … [Read more...]
The Wonderful Majesty of God
The Wonderful Majesty of God - Much of this summary relies on J. I. Packer's book, "Knowing God,' specifically on his chapter, "The majesty of God." Chapter 8 notes that the word majesty comes from the Latin and means greatness. When we ascribe majesty to someone we acknowledge their greatness. The LORD reigns, … [Read more...]
