Various identities have been proposed for the Restrainer. Here are some: 1) The Roman Empire; 2) Human Government; 3) God; Paul's proclamation of the gospel; 4) The Holy Spirit; 5) Michael the Archangel. I first became aware of the rapture timing debates somewhere around 2004. One of the bones of contention was the … [Read more...]
Friends of Israel Dangers Replacement Theology
From the Friends of Israel: Dangers of Replacement Theology. Here are three important articles from FOI's Paul Scharf discussing the dangers of replacing Israel with the church. Anti-Semitism has always existed to varying degrees. Tragically, the church's attitude has sometimes contributed to it, indirectly and … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Oct 4 – 9, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Oct 4 - 9, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Oct 4, 2021 ‘We were constantly monitored,’ says nun who escaped Afghanistan Researchers claim biblical Sodom was destroyed by massive asteroid, scholars … [Read more...]
The Words of the Covenant Paul Henebury
The Words of the Covenant: Paul Henebury. No, the following post is not a review of a book I haven't finished reading yet. I've read portions of it even before publication. Now that I have it in hand I want to spread the news. Henebury who? The Words of the Covenant is Dr. Paul Henebury's first book. Paul is … [Read more...]
What is True Christian Repentance?
What is True Christian Repentance? This is a topic which sometimes weighs heavily on my mind over the years. It's something Christians should think about on a regular basis on the road to sanctification (not justification). Is it particularly important now? Is the subject particularly important today? Well it has … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Sept 27 – Oct 2, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Sept 27 – Oct 2, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Sept 27, 2021 Welsh evangelicals ask for clarity after vote on same-sex blessings Evangelical foster agency can’t refuse same-sex couples, UK appeals court … [Read more...]
On Using Christian Mouths for Good
On using Christian mouths for good - some of the following thoughts have been inspired by a chapter in Ian Hamilton's commentary on Ephesians. The problem of the tongue We've all said things we later regret. One of the problems with what we say is that people tend to remember (and often nurture) the bad stuff. … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Sept 20 – 25, 2021
Christian News Weekly Recap Sept 20 – 25, 2021 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Sept 20, 2021 Greg Laurie to Bring Back SoCal Harvest for First Time since Pandemic Ahmadis, Islamic Extremists Charge Christian Woman with Blasphemy Christians … [Read more...]
Are Atheists Freethinkers or Deluded?
The term "Freethinker" is often adopted by atheists. But, are Atheists Freethinkers or Deluded? "Freethought" according to Wiki: Freethought or free thought is a philosophical viewpoint which holds that positions regarding truth should be formed on the basis of logic, reason, and empiricism, rather than authority, … [Read more...]
Never Give Up Praying
Never give up praying. Pray without ceasing! In one of his sermons Spurgeon admonishes us: "Long as they live must Christians pray, For only while they pray they live." As we breathe without ceasing, so must we pray without ceasing. As there is no attainment in life, of health, or of strength, or of muscular vigor … [Read more...]
