In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - Feb. 24, 2010 - Christian Devotional: "Facing a "closed door" can be extremely frustrating. The apostle Paul knew exactly how that felt. On his second missionary journey to share the gospel in Asia, he repeatedly found the way blocked by the Holy Spirit. Eventually the apostle was stuck in Troas with the sea before him and closed doors behind."
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
On The Box: "America: The Modern-Day Valley of Slaughter"
On The Box: "America: The Modern-Day Valley of Slaughter": In the message, I point out the parallels between Israel of 2,600 years ago and America of today. One of the most striking parallels is how both nations, with reckless abandon, with wanton disregard for the Word and Law of God, and with depraved indifference to the lives of children, sacrificed their children to the worship of false gods.
Evangelism For The Rest of Us | Challies Dot Com
Evangelism For The Rest of Us | Challies Dot Com: I have long admired those who seem to find sharing their faith to be a simple, shameless task. I am ashamed to admit that I sometimes, and perhaps even most of the time, find it difficult and would even rather do anything but.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
By All Means Save Some
By All Means Save Some: "Paul’s one aim in making himself the slave of all was so that they might be saved. He was not trying to win a popularity contest. He was not seeking to make himself or the gospel appealing to them. His whole purpose was evangelistic. C. H. Spurgeon, preaching on 1 Corinthians 9, said,"
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: ""I'm not a fan of Ray Comfort, but I have to hand it to him, he did a great job putting this video together. As a pro-life Atheist, I was afraid this video was going to be arguing against abortion using Christian rhetoric, once again...good job Ray, and as a pro-life Atheist -- I support this video!""
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BosNewsLife – Christian News Agency » Blog Archive » BREAKING NEWS: Iran Court Tells Pastor ‘Recant Faith Or Face Execution’ (BosNewsLife Exclusive)
BosNewsLife – Christian News Agency » Blog Archive » BREAKING NEWS: Iran Court Tells Pastor ‘Recant Faith Or Face Execution’ (BosNewsLife Exclusive): "TEHRAN, IRAN (BosNewsLife)-- An Iranian court has asked the pastor of one of Iran's largest house church movements to abandon his faith in Christ and return to Islam if he wants to avoid execution, a church official told BosNewsLife Sunday, September 25."
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Monday, September 26, 2011
On The Box: How Do I encourage a Grieving Unbeliever?
On The Box: How Do I encourage a Grieving Unbeliever?: I received the following question from Kristi Graydon. Kristi attends Cedarville University in Cedarville, OH. Kristi is studying "Comprehensive Bible" at this well-known Christian university. Kristi asks:
Sunday, September 25, 2011
By All Means Save Some
By All Means Save Some: Paul’s one aim in making himself the slave of all was so that they might be saved. He was not trying to win a popularity contest. He was not seeking to make himself or the gospel appealing to them. His whole purpose was evangelistic. C. H. Spurgeon, preaching on 1 Corinthians 9, said
On The Box: Dirty Car Art and the Foolishness of Atheism
On The Box: Dirty Car Art and the Foolishness of Atheism: Last year I attended the Santa Clarita Street Art Festival, with my brother-in-law, nieces, and nephews. During that time, I was blessed to distribute about four hundred gospel tracts to members of my community.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church: "It should be clear that modern church marketers cannot look to the apostle Paul for approval of their methodology or claim him as the father of their philosophy. Although he ministered to the vilest pagans throughout the Roman world, Paul never adapted the church to secular society’s tastes."
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Indelible Truth « Stone the Preacher
Indelible Truth « Stone the Preacher: "I can pretty much guarantee that you’ve never seen “Hell’s Best Kept Secret” displayed like this."
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: "The location of heaven doesn’t concern me. Just because I couldn’t tell you the exact location of the country of Mauritania doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. All we can say for certain is that it is “up” (see Deut. 30:12; Amos 9:2; John 3:13). "
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Friday, September 23, 2011
Texas School Punishes Boy For Opposing Homosexuality | Fox News
Texas School Punishes Boy For Opposing Homosexuality | Fox News: An honors student in Fort Worth, Texas, was sent to the principal’s office and punished for telling a classmate that he believes homosexuality is wrong.
On The Box: How Do I Decide What To Watch?
On The Box: How Do I Decide What To Watch?: Needless to say, we can't answer every question on the program. We wish we could. And there isn't always time to write a detailed article to answer thought-provoking questions. So I've decided to start a Vlog (video blog).
Thursday, September 22, 2011
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church: Many professing Christians appear to care far more about the world’s opinion than about God’s. Churches are so engrossed in trying to please non-Christians that many have forgotten their first duty is to please God (2 Cor. 5:9)
On The Box: The Practical and Ideological Effects of Skepticism and Atheism
On The Box: The Practical and Ideological Effects of Skepticism and Atheism: "The practical and ideological effects of skepticism are as potent as those of heartfelt devotion--only in the opposite direction
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church
“Contextualization” and the Corruption of the Church: "It should be clear that modern church marketers cannot look to the apostle Paul for approval of their methodology or claim him as the father of their philosophy. Although he ministered to the vilest pagans throughout the Roman world, Paul never adapted the church to secular society’s tastes."
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: "Much of what we do in life has its foundation in trust. We trust our dentist when he drills, our taxi driver when he drives, our pilots when they fly us. We trust our history books, our teachers, and some still even trust politicians. Marriage is a trust relationship"
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In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - Dec. 22, 2010 - Christian Devotional
In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - Dec. 22, 2010 - Christian Devotional: "We do not have a Savior who's isolated in heaven with no idea what it feels like to have human struggles. No, our Lord left the glories of heaven behind and added humanity to His deity. He temporarily gave up the use of some of His attributes, applying them only as the Father directed Him."
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
On The Box: Door-To-Door with 180
On The Box: Door-To-Door with 180: ""Hi. My name is Tony, and this is my wife, Mahria. We live, here, in the community. We're not here to sell you anything. I serve with an organization that has produced a new documentary (handing them the documentary and my business card); and we're giving a free copy to all of our neighbors."
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In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - June 29, 2011 - Christian Devotional
In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - June 29, 2011 - Christian Devotional: "Scripture makes it clear that our heavenly Father hears and answers prayer. Yet we all experience times when, though we pray for God to act right away, He does not. What are some reasons for the delay?"
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Harvest Bible Chapel - Minneapolis - Spiritual Light Piercing Uptown
Harvest Bible Chapel - Minneapolis - Spiritual Light Piercing Uptown: Saturday night September 17 at 7:25 PM, the followers of Christ known as the "Jesus Freaks" once again were fervently in pursuit of rescuing the lost souls through the word of God. The leader of Jesus Freaks, Mike Karlstad asked me to join him in God's mission to testify the Truth to those who are spiritually bankrupt
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: "When a group of atheists showed up at Huntington Beach in California to rip pages out of a Bible, I was disappointed that I was doing a conference, in another State."
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6 Keys To Overcome Dead Ends and Discouragement - Bonnie Gray Christian Blog
6 Keys To Overcome Dead Ends and Discouragement - Bonnie Gray Christian Blog: "If you've ever house sat or been volunteered to water your friend's plants or feed her cat while she was away on vacation, you know how important the keys are.
After you've pawed under the mat or turned over the flower pot and come up empty, you figure she forgot to put the key out. The thought of shriveled ferns and a dried out feline drives you to hit the panic button."
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After you've pawed under the mat or turned over the flower pot and come up empty, you figure she forgot to put the key out. The thought of shriveled ferns and a dried out feline drives you to hit the panic button."
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Word of God - Dr. Ray Pritchard Christian Blog
Word of God - Dr. Ray Pritchard Christian Blog: "Nothing is more invisible than a thought."
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Monday, September 19, 2011
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: ""Is faith a good or a bad thing? I accept that a carbon atom has 6 protons because this has been established by logical conjecture based on observable evidence. Is this faith?" Radagast"
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Pat Robertson: Alzheimer's Makes Divorce OK - ABC News
Pat Robertson: Alzheimer's Makes Divorce OK - ABC News: "Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson stunned "700 Club" viewers Tuesday when he said divorcing a spouse with Alzheimer's disease was justified."
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Sunday, September 18, 2011
Fish With Trish: This video will make you squirm!
Fish With Trish: This video will make you squirm!: Anthony Martin gives a 3 minute Gospel message to the Torrance City Council at their weekly meeting. (The message starts at the 4:34 mark).
A bead of sweat formed on my friend Pastor Steve Sanchez's brow and after my friend Jaylene sent me the link, I got squirmy just watching it.
A bead of sweat formed on my friend Pastor Steve Sanchez's brow and after my friend Jaylene sent me the link, I got squirmy just watching it.
The Evidence Bible
The Evidence Bible: When we interact with people on a daily basis, we have many opportunities for sharing our faith. First, be sure you are respectful to your employer and set a good example in your work ethic by working "as to the Lord" (Colossians 3:23).
The Evidence Bible
The Evidence Bible: Rather than offend homosexuals by directly confronting the issue of their sinful lifestyle, modern evangelism often tries to soften the approach by saying that "God hates the sin, but loves the sinner." This isn’t a new concept.
An Amazing Life
An Amazing Life: orm Sper went to heaven Wednesday night.
You may never have heard of Norm before, but you probably owe him more than you realize. I certainly owe him more than I could ever repay.
You may never have heard of Norm before, but you probably owe him more than you realize. I certainly owe him more than I could ever repay.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
On The Box: Twitteneutics - Day 1
On The Box: Twitteneutics
Mahria and I use Professor Grant Horner's Bible Reading System. We have known Grant for many years. He is one of the most learned and interesting men I know.
Friday, September 16, 2011
What are the causes and solutions for a hardened heart?
What are the causes and solutions for a hardened heart?: " To better understand the causes and solutions for a hardened heart, it’s important to understand the broad biblical meaning of the word “heart.” The Bible considers the heart to be the hub of human personality, producing the things we would ordinarily ascribe to the “mind.”"
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Save Yourself Some Pain
Save Yourself Some Pain: "Becoming a Christian is the most incredible event that will ever take place in your life. You have found peace with your Creator. You have found everlasting life! Be assured--God will never leave you nor forsake you. He has brought you this far and He will complete the wonderful work He has begun in you. God knows your every thought, your every care and your deepest concerns."
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In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - Feb. 22, 2010 - Christian Devotional
In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - Feb. 22, 2010 - Christian Devotional: "Do you feel ill equipped to serve the Lord? A sense of inadequacy is one of the many excuses people use to avoid ministering for Him, but it is not a valid one. Failing to follow His call has three consequences: 1) we hinder God's work on earth, 2) we miss a blessing for obedience, and 3) we lose out on rewards in heaven."
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On The Box: The Man Who Marries My Daughter
On The Box: The Man Who Marries My Daughter
This article first appeared on "The Lawman Chronicles" blog, on June 5, 2009. I've re-posted it a couple of times on various blogs, at the request of readers.
This article first appeared on "The Lawman Chronicles" blog, on June 5, 2009. I've re-posted it a couple of times on various blogs, at the request of readers.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
The Rebelution: The Marks of Manhood: by Albert Mohler
The Rebelution: The Marks of Manhood: by Albert Mohler: "When does a boy become a man? The answer to this must go far beyond biology and chronological age. As defined in the Bible, manhood is a functional reality, demonstrated in a man’s fulfillment of responsibility and leadership. With this in mind, let me suggest thirteen marks of biblical manhood. The achievement of these vital qualities marks the emergence of a man who will demonstrate true biblical masculinity."
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The Rebelution: The Room: by Joshua Harris
The Rebelution: The Room: by Joshua Harris: "In that place between wakefulness and dreams, I found myself in the room. There were no distinguishing features save for the mysterious array of black filing cabinets. They were like the ones in libraries that list titles by author or subject in alphabetical order."
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Mormonism Is Not Christianity - Christian foundations - Christianity.com
Mormonism Is Not Christianity - Christian foundations - Christianity.com: "It appears that some in the news media are pronouncing Glenn Beck, a Mormon, the new leader of America's Christian conservative movement, and many Christian conservatives seem to have no problem with that."
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
On The Box: The Danger of the Modern Gospel
On The Box: The Danger of the Modern Gospel
In the video you are about to watch you will meet Jason. Jason is a student at Cerritos College. A couple of weeks ago, after Ray Comfort preached the gospel to members of the school's football team, Jason stood up in an overt attempt to undermine the message Ray had preached. Jason's message: "You can be president, someday."
In the video you are about to watch you will meet Jason. Jason is a student at Cerritos College. A couple of weeks ago, after Ray Comfort preached the gospel to members of the school's football team, Jason stood up in an overt attempt to undermine the message Ray had preached. Jason's message: "You can be president, someday."
On The Box: Another Look at the Parachute Analogy
On The Box: Another Look at the Parachute Analogy
Many of you are familiar with the Parachute Analogy developed by Ray Comfort. I love it, and I use it often when articulating to a lost person the difference between intellectual assent to the truths about Jesus Christ, and genuine trust and faith. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the analogy, it goes like this:
Many of you are familiar with the Parachute Analogy developed by Ray Comfort. I love it, and I use it often when articulating to a lost person the difference between intellectual assent to the truths about Jesus Christ, and genuine trust and faith. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the analogy, it goes like this:
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
On The Box: Biggest Evangelistic Project
On The Box: Biggest Evangelistic Project
“Paradigm shattering! A most powerful message that will change and save lives!” ~ Johnny Berguson - Pres. Kingdom, Inc.
“Paradigm shattering! A most powerful message that will change and save lives!” ~ Johnny Berguson - Pres. Kingdom, Inc.
In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - June 21, 2011 - Christian Devotional
In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley - In Touch - June 21, 2011 - Christian Devotional: "When it comes to spiritual maturity, we can’t simply take for granted that we’re growing. To evaluate personal progress, I’ve compiled a brief inventory of spiritual benchmarks. Check the list for an idea of how you’re doing. But remember, these items are just a place to start; see the Bible for a complete growth chart!
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Monday, September 12, 2011
For the Jews I Became Jewish, Part 2
For the Jews I Became Jewish, Part 2: "When Paul wrote, “To the Jews I became as a Jew … to those who are under the Law, as under the Law” (1 Corinthians 9:20), he was not talking about accommodating the message. He was simply saying he would not jeopardize his ability to preach the message by unnecessarily offending people."
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For the Jews I Became Jewish, Part 1
For the Jews I Became Jewish, Part 1: "As we noted in the last post, Paul was not advocating “contextualization” when he wrote to the Corinthians, “I have become all things to all men, that I may be all means save some.” He was calling for self-denial and sacrifice for the sake of reaching unbelievers with the gospel."
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On The Box
On The Box: "After the traitorous kiss of his betrayer, his false friend, the Son of Destruction (Matthew 26:47-50; John 17:12), Jesus was arrested and would soon begin His long walk to the cross. And that long walk began with not one, but six unlawful trials"
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: Who Could Not be Happy About This?
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: Who Could Not be Happy About This?: "►Did you know this?
In the U.S. If you destroy an Eagle's egg (that's an embryo) it is a federal crime punishable by more than 10 years jail time and a $250,000 fine. Destroy a human embryo and it is federally funded."
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In the U.S. If you destroy an Eagle's egg (that's an embryo) it is a federal crime punishable by more than 10 years jail time and a $250,000 fine. Destroy a human embryo and it is federally funded."
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
On The Box: Mars Hill Is More Greek Than Christian
On The Box: Mars Hill Is More Greek Than Christian
It's seems anticlimactic, even redundant, to say, "This time Rob Bell and Mars Hill Church have gone too far." After all, Bell makes a habit of going too far--too far away from orthodoxy to be considered evangelical in any true sense of the word. But, if what has been reported on Twitter by Rob Bell's teaching pastor, Shane Hipps, is true, then maybe it's time to say just that. Rob Bell, Shane Hipps, and Mars Hill have gone too far.
It's seems anticlimactic, even redundant, to say, "This time Rob Bell and Mars Hill Church have gone too far." After all, Bell makes a habit of going too far--too far away from orthodoxy to be considered evangelical in any true sense of the word. But, if what has been reported on Twitter by Rob Bell's teaching pastor, Shane Hipps, is true, then maybe it's time to say just that. Rob Bell, Shane Hipps, and Mars Hill have gone too far.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Spiritual Jokes from reflections-online.net
Spiritual Jokes from reflections-online.net: "There once was a rich man who was near death. He was very grieved because he had worked so hard for his money and wanted to be able to take it with him to heaven. So he began to pray that he might be able to take some of his wealth with him. An angel heard his plea and appeared to him.
"Sorry, but you can't take your wealth with you.""
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"Sorry, but you can't take your wealth with you.""
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On The Box
On The Box: "Jeremiah is often referred to as the "weeping prophet." His prophetic ministry to the nation of Judah spanned some forty years--from the reign of King Josiah (627 B.C.), beyond the time of the destruction of Jerusalem (586 B.C.). And during that four decades of heralding the words of the Lord, Jeremiah was heckled regularly and he did not see even one of his countrymen repent to God."
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: "Some atheists are getting a little nervous, because millions are going to see "180," think about their eternal destiny and what they believe about abortion, and do a 180. And we know what that means."
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Thursday, September 8, 2011
Servants of a New Covenant
Servants of a New Covenant: "“All things belong to us, and we are Christ’s, and Christ is God’s.” Paul made that tremendous, seemingly unqualified promise to the Corinthians (1 Cor. 3:21–23). Christians are free. Yet there is a paradox that balances that truth."
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On The Box: Garments of Grace
On The Box: Garments of Grace: "Today's verse is such a wonderful testimony to the imputed righteousness of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Australian Anglican theologian, Graeme Goldsworthy, defines imputed righteousness this way:"
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Liberty in Christ
Liberty in Christ: "It is crucial that you understand the nature of Christian liberty. As a Christian, you are not under law, but under grace (Rom. 6:14). Freedom from the law certainly does not mean that the principles of righteousness revealed in the Old Testament law are now nullified. It does not mean that the Ten Commandments have no application to your present life. It does not mean that you can subjugate God’s holy standards to personal preference. It obviously does not mean you are free from any moral requirements."
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StreetApologetics
StreetApologetics: "What about all the killing in the Old Testament?
Things to remember in response to this question: “The 3 P’s”
1. Power- God is the Sovereign Creator
2. Patience- We learn in the OT that God is gracious, slow to anger and abundant in love!
3. Proportion- God’s judgments are in proportion to His revelation."
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Things to remember in response to this question: “The 3 P’s”
1. Power- God is the Sovereign Creator
2. Patience- We learn in the OT that God is gracious, slow to anger and abundant in love!
3. Proportion- God’s judgments are in proportion to His revelation."
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Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog
Atheist Central -- Ray Comfort's Blog: ""Human beings live for an average of between 70 and 80 years. The human heart beats 70 to 80 times a minute, for a total of several billion times during the course of an individual's lifetime."
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
On The Box: Evangelist: God Does Not 'Need' You
On The Box: Evangelist: God Does Not 'Need' You: How often do we as Christians assert that the Word of God is powerful? Yet how often do we as Christians live as if it is not? How often do we as evangelists assert that the gospel is the power of God for salvation (Romans 1:16)? Yet how often do we as evangelists conduct our evangelism efforts as if the gospel somehow needs our help--the help of our methodologies or, from time to time, what some might consider outright gimmickry?
Monday, September 5, 2011
On The Box: Tony's Reading List
On The Box: Tony's Reading List: What follows is a list of books I've read over the last year or so, and books that I recall reading through the course of my Christian life. The list is not exhaustive because the list includes only those books I've read, which I would then recommend to my brothers or sisters in Christ
On The Box: Remember: Only Jesus Can Lift The Veil
On The Box: Remember: Only Jesus Can Lift The Veil: It is not uncommon for the Christian evangelist to run into people, whether while preaching the gospel in the open-air or while engaging people in conversation, who, no matter how much they explain Scripture to them either refuse or seemingly can't understand what is being conveyed to them.
Friday, September 2, 2011
On The Box: Greater Love Has No One Than This
On The Box: Greater Love Has No One Than This: What an honor and privilege it is to preach the gospel side-by-side with Ray Comfort. Together, we are trying to preach at least one afternoon each week on the campus of Cerritos College, just a few short miles away from Living Waters Headquarters.
Greg Laurie Daily Devotions - Greg Laurie Daily Devotion - Oct. 9, 2007 - Christian Devotional
Greg Laurie Daily Devotions - Greg Laurie Daily Devotion - Oct. 9, 2007 - Christian Devotional: "The human heart is like receptive soil to the seed of the Word of God. Jesus used this analogy in the parable of the sower (see Mark 4:3–20). The soil that the seed fell on represents four categories of hearers’ hearts, four different reactions to the Word of God: the hard heart, the shallow heart, the crowded heart, and the fruitful heart."
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
On The Box
On The Box: "John 17, commonly referred to as "The High Priestly Prayer," can be rightly divided into three major parts. In verses 1-5, Jesus prays for Himself. In verses 6-19, Jesus prays for His closest earthly friends--the apostles. And in verses 20-26, Jesus prays for every person who would ever know Him as Lord and Savior. In this remarkable prayer, the Creator allows the pinnacle of His creation (mankind) to have a brief and poignant glimpse of direct communication within the Godhead, as the Son speaks to the Father."
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Stone the Preacher
Stone the Preacher: "September 1: I go back to El Camino College to continue our evangelism ministry to the lost students, those caught in the tyrannical shackles of unbelief. We will be meeting every Thursday afternoon on the Library Lawn from 12:30-2pm. Email me for directions to the free parking."
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