Putin - New Boss on the Block? I suspect he thinks he is. In a previous column I mentioned the interaction between Putin and Netanyahu. Putin informed the Israeli Prime Minister that this wasn't 500 BC. In other words - despite its rhetoric - Iran wasn't planning another Jewish genocide. Putin was brazenly … [Read more...]
Return of the Peacemakers
Putin recently informed Netanyahu that we were no longer living in the 5th century BC. I'm not sure what the Israeli Prime Minister thought of that remark but I'm betting he didn't jump on the phone to announce the good news to Mossad. As Brian Shrauger reports, the context of the conversation occurred three days … [Read more...]
Prosperity Gospel: Deceitful and Deadly
Prosperity Gospel: Deceitful and Deadly John Piper - The Gospel Coalition When I read about prosperity preaching churches, my response is: “If I were not on the inside of Christianity, I wouldn’t want in.” In other words, if this is the message of Jesus, no thank you. Luring people to Christ to get rich is both … [Read more...]
The Empire Strikes Back
They say power is like a drug. Once one has had a good taste, it can be difficult to give up. The following is my opinion and subject to fair criticism. When the presidential candidates lined up in 2008 some had reservations about Junior Senator Obama. He came out of nowhere to become the Democrat Nominee. Contra … [Read more...]
The New Age Jesus
Have you ever met the New Age Jesus? Some popular teachers and authors claim to know more about Jesus Christ than ministers, priests and pastors. Who is this New Age Jesus they write about? One of my favorite pastimes is to visit local bookstores, and usually the first place I visit is the Christian … [Read more...]
Hated Without a Cause
The world hated Jesus Christ without any good reason. That hatred continues to this day. During the Upper Room Discourse, Christ admonished and warned His disciples: This is what I command you: love one another. If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the … [Read more...]
Israel – Don’t Go There
Israel - don't go there. When it comes to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, nearly everyone will have an opinion and solution. Is it wise to interfere in Israel's political affairs? Zech 12:3 and Zech 14:3 should echo strongly in everyone's ears. I recall having a vigorous conversation with someone regarding the … [Read more...]
Warp Drive and Star Trekking
Avid fans of Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek will know that Warp Drive is a concept of fast travel over vast distances. According to Wiki: Warp drive is a faster-than-light (FTL) spacecraft propulsion system in many science fiction works, most notably Star Trek. A spacecraft equipped with a warp drive may travel at … [Read more...]
Serious Problems with The Shack
Many concerned pastors have warned about serious problems with The Shack. William P. Young's runaway bestseller is now being turned into a movie. Should Christians go to see it? Before you decide, please read the following criticisms and warnings about Young's popular book. Al Mohler: The publishing world sees … [Read more...]
When Heaven Invades Earth
Soon after I became a Christian, I bought the book When Heaven invades Earth - A Practical Guide to a Life of Miracles. The author, Bill Johnson, is Senior Pastor of Bethel Church. Is Johnson's book a heavenly invasion, or an invasion of error? Having just left my New Age years behind me, I recognized NA elements in … [Read more...]
