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Earlier today, I wrote an article expressing "cautious optimism" on the election of the new Republican Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Johnson, a Southern Baptist, is being heralded by many conservatives as "the most conservative" speaker in U.S. History. Upon...
The election of Representative Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House is a remarkably surprising turn of events considering the tumultuous political scenario. On October 25, 2023, the House elected Johnson in a 220 to 209 vote, a conservative Southern Baptist, filling a...
In the realm of charismatic Christian ministry, Shawn Bolz is a name that often comes adorned with an aura of divine insight. He claims a direct line to God and a prophetic vision that unveils the formerly unrevealed. His proclaimed ability to peer into the mysteries...
In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve committed a glaring offense against their Maker. Yet, in a twist of irony, they sought to hide from His all-seeing gaze by using the very elements of the world He so generously gifted them with. Since then, not much has changed. So,...
The Unitarian Universalist Congregations (UUC) is the epitome of religious vagueness. A place where any belief is welcome, except, of course, the notion that absolute truth exists and that it can only be found in the one, true God's revelation to us. They'll claim...
In the Show-Me State of Missouri, a place known for its straight-shooting politics and no-nonsense approach, Republican Senator Mike Moon has been pushing the envelope—way beyond what many so-called "pro-life" organizations are willing to do. Back in May, Moon...
Oh yes, the Asbury Revival of 2023—remember that? Just a few months ago, it was the talk of the town—at least, it was the talk of "Christian Twitter." If you scrolled through social media, you'd think the next Great Awakening was happening at Asbury University in...
On Thursday, October 26, William Keith Speer—a murderer-turned-minister on death row—is scheduled to be executed by the state of Texas, unless granted clemency. His time on death row has been marked by a contentious blend of crime and claimed redemption—a...
In an era where the rhetoric of "freedom" and "democracy" is bandied about like a political football, the ground realities often tell a different story. What does freedom look like in Ukraine, for example—a country that the Biden administration and current Congress...
In a recent revelation that showcases the ideological shift within the Roman Catholic Church, a Lexington, KY Catholic priest, Stan JR Zerkowski of St. Paul Catholic Church, came forward with a handwritten note he claims to have received directly from Pope Francis....
It's hard to think of an institution that has sold out its foundational principles more brazenly than the Dove Awards. What began as an earnest celebration of Christian and Gospel music has morphed into an extravagant pageant of secular values, donning a Christian...
In a world where every sacred text and tradition is up for grabs, it comes as no surprise that leftists, especially those of the "progressive Christianity" ilk, have found a new frontier for their artistic interpretations—the very sinlessness of Jesus Christ Himself....
Last month at his Pastors Conference, rank heretic and televangelist Benny Hinn stood before the audience with his son-in-law and made a staggering confession. He said that he told his son-in-law that he would not be able to marry his daughter until they co-habitated...
In a decision that undoubtedly exposes the theological and moral lapses within certain corners of modern evangelicalism, JD Greear, the highly influential pastor of Summit Church in Raleigh, North Carolina, recently hosted Durham County District Attorney Satana...
Earlier this week, we reported that former Contemporary Christian Worship celebrity, Derek Webb, who defected from the faith a few years ago and came out in full support of sodomy, decided to gather with two other sexual deviants and crash the Dove Awards wearing...
David Lynn is a highly popular Canadian evangelist known for his public preaching and evangelism, often conducted on the streets, campuses, and other public areas. His approach to sharing the Christian faith includes open-air preaching, one-on-one conversations, and...
In a world where boundaries and definitions are stretched to unrecognizable limits, a congregation of ex-Mormons has outdone itself in an unprecedented display of spiritual anarchy. Stepping far away from previously blasphemous Mormon roots, they've founded a "church"...
It's impossible to ignore the heart-wrenching news flooding in from Israel and Palestine. Just yesterday, a Christian hospital in Gaza was destroyed, causing hundreds of deaths. The shock waves reverberate through our social media feeds, sparking outrage and fiery...
In a not-so-stunning display of rank hypocrisy and political pandering, the president of the Southern Baptist convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) praised President Joe Biden for his “incredibly strong remarks” while visiting Israel in their...
The Southern Baptist Convention appears to be on the verge of collapse, highly influenced by liberalism and secular leftist ideologies. Internal murmurs indicate a denomination increasingly infected by the toxic ideology of wokeness. Southern Baptist pastors—like...
For nearly six decades, the Dove Awards have claimed a central stage in the world of Christian music, lauding artists and performers for their accomplishments. Originating in 1969 as an initiative by the Gospel Music Association, the Dove Awards have closely mirrored...
Annually, TBN hosts the Dove Awards, which is the Christian-themed version of the Pagan celebrity culture’s Grammy Awards. Like the Grammy Awards, the Dove Awards spotlights popular Christian artists and platforms them to receive all the glory and honor for their...
The renowned children's book publisher, Scholastic, recently released a statement regarding the selection of books offered at its ubiquitous book fairs, a fixture in American elementary schools for decades. Scholastic's feeble attempt at compromise misses...
Remember several years ago when concerns were raised about how evangelical leaders, particularly those associated with ACTS 29 and The Village Church, were enabling radical Islamic groups? There has been a growing trend of interfaith dialogues facilitated by...
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The Evangelical elitists have been relentlessly pushing pro-open borders propaganda on Christians in the name of "loving your neighbor" and "caring for refugees." Russell Moore, along with other well-known established Evangelical leaders and groups, have been...
Today, I saw a tweet by Daily Wire writer, Megan Basham, who had a pretty good observation on why leftist and even moderate Evangelicals are jumping on board the "climate change" bandwagon. Basham's theory, in her words: "They're not lacking in critical thinking....
Today, the attack on biblical orthodoxy is not from the typical atheists, feminists, and homosexuals you would typically see at women’s marches and pride parades — it’s from various ministries within the ranks of the Church that are shifting the paradigm with gay...
In Ezekiel 18, that prophet gives us this rebuke to Israel from her God: "Behold, all souls are Mine; the soul of the father as well as the soul of the son is Mine: the soul who sins shall die" (Ezekiel 18:4). This verse is often taken out of context to mean that sin...
The Church should be the conscience of society, speaking biblical truth to the lost and destroying arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God (2 Corinthians 10:5). One of those lofty opinions raised against the knowledge of God is Critical...
Lecrae, who describes himself as a “rapper who happens to be Christian” and is “done with white Evangelicalism,” has taken a sharp turn in the last couple of years to align himself with the Pagan culture rather than the Kingdom of Christ. Over the last few years,...
Hardly anyone disputes that America and her system of governance were founded on the moral principles of Scripture. And while imperfectly so, historically, this is what is meant by the oft-repeated phrase that "America is a Christian nation." However, we must define...
According to many significant scientists, the universe popped out of nothing with a neon sign proclaiming, “Well, here we are.” That is a little irreverent, but that is what many “experts” teach. Moreover, they are offended if you roll your eyes at that ludicrous...
Last week, we reported on Bethel's Cory Asbury who took to social media to explain why he thinks it's okay for him to paint his fingernails. In a recent post on Instagram, Asbury explained, “I have three daughters. It’s one of their favorite things to do, paint...
With apologies to Kierkegaard, there are two ways to be deceived. One is to believe what isn’t true; the other is to refuse to believe what is true. I prefer always to assume the Bible is right, while atheists always assume the scientists are right. Both positions are...
Yesterday, one of the most remarkable monarchs in modern Western history passed away. Queen Elizabeth of England was said to pass peacefully at 96 years old. Elizabeth has been heralded by her defenders as one of the kindest and most beloved queens ever to hold the...
You are probably well aware of the plagiarism scandal that former Southern Baptist president, Ed Litton was caught up in during his one-year tenure in the SBC. Litton was exposed shortly after his election in June but dates as far back as 2013, has admitted that he...
There are many opinions when it comes to naming the names of those who teach falsely or shining a light on their false doctrine. The pastors and people protesting for more tolerance in the church today often stick to some of these common sentiments regarding...
Earlier this week, we reported that Acts 29 leader and pastor of Village Church, Matt Chandler had stepped down in accordance with the recommendations of his fellow elders after he revealed that he'd had what was described as an "inappropriate" texting relationship...
During the recent Feast of the Nativity (aka, Christmas), various Christian pastors and writers presented Jesus, the Incarnate God, as (among other things) a “downwardly mobile” migrant, whose single, teenaged, pregnant mother (God’s baby mama?), persecuted at home in...
by Tom Hill "We live in a post-modern world, and postmodernism is about relativism. My truth is your falsehood, and your falsehood is my truth. But there is such a thing as the plain truth." (Barukh Binah) Barukh Binah captured succinctly one of the pillars of...
Rick Warren, the pastor of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, CA, boasts one of the largest Southern Baptist churches in the nation. Rick Warren has an enormous amount of influence within Evangelicalism. Rising to stardom in the late ’90s and early 2000s with his...
During the current political crisis in America and around the world, it's easy to become frustrated and overwhelmed by what could happen. For many, taking a stand for your faith, your conscience, and your values could spell the end of your career, your income, your...
What mankind has learned from history is that we don’t learn much from history. Every generation seems to think they are living in the most unusual time. Those who believe things are getting worse and violence is accelerating are correct. Genesis 6:11-13 reveals, “The...
There has been a lot of chatter on social media the last few days from professing Christians throwing around their differing opinions on Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. And while everyone has their opinion, the most extreme is comparing this student loan...
Today's false teacher is sort of an obvious one for a lot of people, yet, I've been asked multiple times why he isn't on the list. Making number 52 on our False Teacher of the Day series is Sid Roth. Sid Roth is a popular charismatic televangelist featured on TBN and...
For You are not a God who delights in wickedness; evil may not dwell with You.The boastful shall not stand before Your eyes; You hate all evildoers.You destroy those who speak lies; the Lord...
Since the Supreme Court's decision to strike down Roe earlier this year, Evangelical leftists have come out of the woodwork exposing themselves showing just how aligned they are with the godless policies of the left. Prior to the decision, Evangelicals would justify...
Don’t get me wrong, I’m not placing the blame for the destruction of our society squarely on woman’s shoulders. After all, God held Adam accountable for Eve’s rebellion, did he not? However, there is a trend in society, and we see it taking place in the Church as...
If you are 18 or older, and have been living as your chosen gender for at least two years, you may apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC) which legally acknowledges your gender. At least, that's the narrative according to several official government websites...
A man wearing a plain yellow t-shirt that read "Jesus Saves" at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN was recently approached by mall security and told that he would have to remove his t-shirt if he wants to continue shopping as it was deemed "offensive" to some...
On the 94th birthday of Martin Luther King Jr, President Joe Biden delivered a sermon at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, which is led by "pro-choice pastor" Senator Raphael Warnock. At the historic church, where King himself once preached, Biden's...
Oh, the irony of it all! The Miss Universe contest, a pageant of beauty and elegance, was graced with the presence of the Ukrainian delegation, adorned in the most saccharine and sacrosanct of garbs. Draped in a costume of pure, unadulterated white and gold, they...
HB 1894, also known as the High Occupancy Vehicle and High Occupancy Toll Lane Exemption for Pregnant Women bill, is a piece of legislation that seeks to grant a pregnant person's fetus the status of a passenger in a car, thereby allowing the vehicle in which the...
The sovereign, holy, righteous, and eternal God declares in Jeremiah 1:5, "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations." The historic understanding of this passage in Biblical...
This is not satire, this actually happened. It is truly staggering and deeply concerning to hear the absurdity of the claims made by certain members of the Democratic party regarding the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. This legislation, passed by the...
The subject of Christian Nationalism has risen to the forefront of the current discourse on religious and political affairs, its very mention inciting a firestorm of passion and disagreement not unlike the tempestuous controversies that plagued the late pop icon,...
I know this story has been out for a couple of weeks now, but I really felt the urge to add my thoughts. Back in December, a British woman was arrested for praying on a public sidewalk near an abortion clinic. She wasn't interacting with anyone nor was she involved in...
On Thursday, the South Carolina Supreme Court made a disastrous decision, declaring that the state's ban on abortion after the detection of a fetal heartbeat, typically around six weeks of pregnancy, is a violation of the state's constitutional right to privacy. This...
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is a notorious perpetrator of censorship and propaganda, and it is now becoming increasingly clear that they are using TikTok, a social media platform that they own and operate, to spread their toxic ideology and influence the minds...
The controversy surrounding a statue on the campus of Princeton University has sparked a debate between conservative and liberal evangelicals about how to remember significant figures in the movement's history, their theology, and their complicity in the institution...
Todd White is a charismatic preacher who is known for his parlor trick "healings" such as leg-lengthening and various other fake healings. White is the pastor of Lifestyle Christianity, a church in Watauga, Texas, and is well-known in Word of Faith and prosperity...
As I was doing my morning reading, I was pointed to this article at Religion News Service (RNS) praising and celebrating the abomination of drag performances in churches, particularly, in the pulpit. This abomination is a clear indication of the modern professing...
As we've reported many times already, the popular television show, The Chosen, claims to be biblically based but is anything but Christian. Dallas Jenkins, the show's creator, has claimed that Christians and Mormons worship the same Jesus—an absurd claim that even the...
The Gospel Coalition (TGC) is notorious for its center-left-leaning views on everything from spiritual to cultural to political issues while masquerading its social agenda as "gospel issues" to maintain a veneer of spiritual authority. In its relentless quest for...
Cori Bush, a radical pro-abortion, pro-LGBTQ, anti-police zealot, is a lunatic leading the "blind people who vote for her" straight into chaos. As a member of the infamous "Squad," her rise from the Ferguson riots to Congress showcases her commitment to tearing down...
Kamala Harris has once again demonstrated that she lacks any sense of rationality and decency. In a tweet that defies logic, she celebrates "LGBTQI+ children" with a photo of her embracing a man—cross-dressed like a sex worker—at a “pride” event. This isn't about...
Well, what do you know—another Christian institution seems poised to abandon Christ in favor of sexual anarchy. Fuller Theological Seminary—a school that when founded by Charles Fuller in 1947, actually believed in the inerrancy and authority of Scripture—is now...
Last night, the "He Gets Us" campaign—a marketing ploy headed up by Ed Stetzer that rebrands Jesus—displayed a sign at the Angels game proclaiming, "Jesus Included Everyone." This silly slogan, which is designed to subtly implant the idea that Jesus was "tolerant" of...
In 2018, a new movement was born out of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (SBTS) called Revoice, founded by Nate Collins, which sought to integrate queer theory into mainstream Evangelicalism. The movement began with a dissertation by Collins that is as absurd as...
In a move that should surprise no one who’s been paying attention, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has once again proven that when faced with a choice between standing firm on biblical principles or caving to cultural pressure, they’ll take the path of least...
In the modern landscape of American Christianity, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) finds itself grappling with internal conflicts that reveal the troubling infiltration of leftist ideologies. A prime example is the dual alignment of some Southern Baptist churches...
Kirk Franklin, the so-called “gospel artist” associated with Maverick City Music, has consistently used the facade of Christianity to push his secular social ideology. Franklin's “Christian” career has been marked by a blatant disregard for biblical truth, using his...
Todd White is a charismatic preacher who is known for his parlor trick "healings" such as leg-lengthening and various other fake healings. White is the pastor of Lifestyle Christianity, a church in Watauga, Texas, and is well-known in Word of Faith and prosperity...
As I was doing my morning reading, I was pointed to this article at Religion News Service (RNS) praising and celebrating the abomination of drag performances in churches, particularly, in the pulpit. This abomination is a clear indication of the modern professing...
As we've reported many times already, the popular television show, The Chosen, claims to be biblically based but is anything but Christian. Dallas Jenkins, the show's creator, has claimed that Christians and Mormons worship the same Jesus—an absurd claim that even the...
The Gospel Coalition (TGC) is notorious for its center-left-leaning views on everything from spiritual to cultural to political issues while masquerading its social agenda as "gospel issues" to maintain a veneer of spiritual authority. In its relentless quest for...
Cori Bush, a radical pro-abortion, pro-LGBTQ, anti-police zealot, is a lunatic leading the "blind people who vote for her" straight into chaos. As a member of the infamous "Squad," her rise from the Ferguson riots to Congress showcases her commitment to tearing down...
Kamala Harris has once again demonstrated that she lacks any sense of rationality and decency. In a tweet that defies logic, she celebrates "LGBTQI+ children" with a photo of her embracing a man—cross-dressed like a sex worker—at a “pride” event. This isn't about...
Well, what do you know—another Christian institution seems poised to abandon Christ in favor of sexual anarchy. Fuller Theological Seminary—a school that when founded by Charles Fuller in 1947, actually believed in the inerrancy and authority of Scripture—is now...
Last night, the "He Gets Us" campaign—a marketing ploy headed up by Ed Stetzer that rebrands Jesus—displayed a sign at the Angels game proclaiming, "Jesus Included Everyone." This silly slogan, which is designed to subtly implant the idea that Jesus was "tolerant" of...
In 2018, a new movement was born out of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (SBTS) called Revoice, founded by Nate Collins, which sought to integrate queer theory into mainstream Evangelicalism. The movement began with a dissertation by Collins that is as absurd as...
In a move that should surprise no one who’s been paying attention, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has once again proven that when faced with a choice between standing firm on biblical principles or caving to cultural pressure, they’ll take the path of least...
In the modern landscape of American Christianity, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) finds itself grappling with internal conflicts that reveal the troubling infiltration of leftist ideologies. A prime example is the dual alignment of some Southern Baptist churches...
Kirk Franklin, the so-called “gospel artist” associated with Maverick City Music, has consistently used the facade of Christianity to push his secular social ideology. Franklin's “Christian” career has been marked by a blatant disregard for biblical truth, using his...
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A couple of years ago, T.D. Jakes, a preacher known for his heretical anti-Trinitarian beliefs and promotion of the prosperity gospel, publicly humiliated his wife during a church service. Jakes declared in front of the congregation that his wife could "still twerk...
At the crossroads of Urbandale, Iowa, the spire of Walnut Hills United Methodist Church casts a long shadow. One might expect the usual serene ambiance of a church setting. But enter its premises, and you're greeted not by cherubs or biblical figures, and certainly...
Kathryn Krick—self-proclaimed apostle, erstwhile actress, and purveyor of modern-day miracles—proffers an eye-catching ministry replete with deliverances, prophetic utterances, and, of course, the ever-convenient "sow a seed" donation prompt. But don't be fooled by...
In recent years, a wave of ideological thinking commonly referred to as "wokeism" has infiltrated various aspects of American society, including religious communities. This flawed, emotion-driven mindset transforms logical inconsistencies and dubious motives into a...
Matthew 7:7 has often been appropriated by prosperity gospel charlatans in a way that has led to some of the most egregious distortions of biblical teaching. "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you," says the...
In the supposed sanctuary of a Church of England school, a Christian teacher faces not just the end of her career, but also an ideological battle against biblical truth. Glawdys Leger, a seasoned Modern Foreign Languages teacher, is being persecuted for her refusal to...
Amidst the spiraling conflict between Israel and Gaza, news broke of an Israeli airstrike that annihilated the only Palestinian Family Planning and Protection Association (PFPPA) center in the region. What is being framed by some as a tragedy for women's healthcare...
There's a bewildering trend overtaking certain corners of Evangelicalism, and it's impossible to ignore the glaring departure from orthodoxy when publications like The Gospel Coalition keep putting secular pop culture on a pedestal. After an inconceivable attempt to...
Just when I thought I'd seen it all, the weird charismatics never fail to surprise me. From Bethel's overtly strange healing rooms and spontaneous baptisms to Steven Furtick's waterslide baptismal pool—okay, the waterslide baptismal was a Babylon Bee article. But it...
In a world that is grappling with the disturbing reality of suicide rates among people who identify as "transgender," we must approach this topic without compromising the truth of God's Word. Although the world points fingers at the Church, particularly, conservative,...
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In a move that has raised more than a few eyebrows in conservative, biblically-minded circles, Dr. Rex Horne has been appointed the new executive director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC). Dr. Horne has had a long-standing...
The state of our nation, fraught with moral decay, political anarchy, and social unrest, is a painful reminder that ideas have consequences. Far from being an overnight phenomenon, this quagmire has been years in the making, fertilized by the seeds of godless...
Tony Evans, a prominent Evangelical pastor with close ties to the Southern Baptist Convention, has been on a roll lately with aberrant theology and false teachings. Evans, who has now partnered with former Southern Baptist Convention president, Ed Litton, to push a...
It’s bad enough that Judaism is a false religion, a religion that denies Christ. John says in 1 John 2:22 that this is the antichrist. But what about an orthodox Jewish Rabbi who tells Christians that they shouldn’t just be worshiping one Jew—Jesus. But that they...
Okay, so this one isn't actually in the Bible. But since a disturbing number of professing believers think it is, we'll cover it anyway. The well-worn mantra, "Let go and let God"—a phrase often parroted in church Sunday School classes, book clubs, and social media...
Today, as we observe Columbus Day, we find an excellent moment to ponder on God's divine providence. Often overlooked in the midst of barbecues and discounted sales, the monumental voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492 was no accident. From a biblical perspective,...
In Mark 9:42, Jesus Christ Himself delivers a sobering and forceful warning that should echo in the ears of anyone daring to distort the truths of Scripture: "Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great...
In the land of make-believe—otherwise known as Columbus, Ohio—a man by the name of Tim Ahrens plays dress-up as a pastor. The setting? The First Congregational Church, a stage in the theatrical United Church of Christ, a denomination better known for its creative...
Welcome to a discussion that dives deep behind the fog machines, laser light spectacles, and thunderous sound systems, addressing not just one, but multiple elephants in the room. First, the theological disarray among a plethora of megachurch worship pastors—those...
Welcome to Part II of our series, "Untwisting the Bible," where we yank twisted Scriptures back into their rightful context. In today's spiritual battlefield of "gotcha" theology, few verses are weaponized as much as Matthew 7:1 and 7:5: "Judge not, that you be not...
Former SBC president, JD Greear, has been under fire on social media in recent days after a video surfaced of him advocating for his church's diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) program. But what exactly is the result of that program? Apparently, this.You may remember...
We've witnessed in recent years a surge of hyper-emotional events masquerading as expressions of genuine Christian faith. These gatherings, such as the Passion Conference, Hillsong concerts, and other events connected to the charismatic, word of faith, and prosperity...
In a world where celebrities often garner attention for superficial antics, Kat Von D has recently taken a more profound route. The renowned tattoo artist, known for her gothic style and past associations with the occult, has been on a spiritual journey of her own....
Have you ever slummed through a sermon by a preacher like Steven Furtick or Andy Stanley? Have you ever really just sat and listened to them preach. It's easy to be drawn in to the charismatic mood changing, emotionally-driven style of speech or worship. They quote...
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