In a world full of sin and depression, the first thing we ought to do is to take comfort in Jesus Christ. He is our True Peace. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 Here are examples of hymns … [Read more...]
The Cure for Demonic Oppression
Following on from a previous column about demons, we now go back to Chip Ingram (Living on the Edge) to discuss the cure for demonic oppression. Things to remember Recall that Ingram has had plenty of experience as a pastor in Santa Cruz, a place in which Pagan Wicca and Satanism thrives. The first thing he … [Read more...]
Demonic Influences and their Possible Causes
Demonic Influences and their Possible Causes in a Christian’s life: According to pastor-author Chip Ingram, a Christian cannot be possessed the way often portrayed in movies. However, there are levels of oppression which can strike at believers. But what causes this? The following observations aren’t all mine, … [Read more...]
God’s Everlasting Kindness: Psalm 136
God's everlasting kindness - Psalm 136 is made up of twenty six verses. Each line reminds us that God's lovingkindness is everlasting. The popular ESV puts it this way: his steadfast love endures forever. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the author of the Psalm drives home the clear message of God's … [Read more...]
Stirring the Waters Charles Spurgeon
Stirring the Waters Charles Spurgeon: The following post is derived from Spurgeon's, At the Master's Feet - A daily Devotional (April 27). I've taken minor editing liberties. Remove impurities from silver, and a vessel will be produced for a silversmith. Proverbs 25:4 From Charles Spurgeon's devotional God … [Read more...]
Sounds of Freedom and Depravity
The Sounds of Freedom and Depravity - when the movie, "Sound of Freedom," opened in cinemas around America, some responded with cynicism. For the record, I watched the movie with my family. There were several evocative moments for me—images of the father coming to pick up his children at night. Finding them gone e … [Read more...]
The Five Solas of the Reformation
What are the Five Solas of the Reformation? How are they important? What was the Reformation? What does it mean to be "Reformed" anyway? What the Five Solas are, and their importance to Christians, are clearly and concisely articulated in the GotQuestions article below. A short introduction to the Reformation can be … [Read more...]
A Few Recommended Resources
Following are a few recommended resources: Every so often the content which appears on this website comes from external sources. This is a good thing. Zeteo 3:16 wasn't about disseminating our supposed wisdom to others. That would be a mistake! The main idea was to pass along solid Christian resources which we deem to … [Read more...]
Christ the King is Coming Again
Christ the King is coming again. Are we overjoyed by that thought? Are we even ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ? Pastor Alistair Begg posed these questions during a recent Christmas sermon. Pastor Begg noted that during Christmas many people are content to talk about "baby Jesus" and all that. Of course … [Read more...]
When Google Banned a Dissenting Article
When Google banned a dissenting article during "Pride Month: written by Pastor Dan Phillips, the article originally appeared in the Pyromaniacs blog. Almost as soon as it was posted, it was removed by Blogger. After about seven years without a post, I posted a copy of a letter I sent to the congregation I serve in … [Read more...]
