POWER Apologetics
Rev. Dan
Machine Gun Preacher
Imagine for a moment, Mr. and Mrs. Christian, that your young daughter was abducted. The worst thing you could imagine happening will happen to her. Would anything stop you from attempting to retrieve her? Would your Christianity hamper you to only non-violent means, or would you pick up a gun? I know what you would … Continue reading
Tower of Babel, 2045 A.D.
In the year 2000 B.C. <+/- 200 years> (and possibly again in 2045 A.D.) humankind became one. Became one apart from the divine right. Became one without the necessity of the idea of “God” (though it remains ironic that mere existence requires more than just an “idea” but an actuality of “God, the first Mover” … Continue reading
King Kong
I am a monster. For Christ and the Cause alone. Everywhere I tread belongs to the enemy. And my desire is for my Long Home. While here, I am His energy, Filling the earth with my will. And with His Church I am in synergy. As I destroy and consume and fill. Nothing can stand … Continue reading
Disappointment is Acid
Disappointment is Acid. This is for the Christian: “The level and duration of your disappointment is in direct proportion to the intensity of your Christianity.” Christians are called to suffer, but suffering is not disappointment. Christians are called to prosper, but prospering is not disappointment. (what?) I am not a “word-smith”. Nor do I pretend … Continue reading
Megachurch Hypnosis
This will not be a diatribe against Megachurches. Most of the Megachurches in the U.S. I would consider orthodox and are contending for the Faith… and I believe that Megachurches usually get an unfair amount of criticism not only from the “secular” world, but within the umbrella of Worldwide Christendom. I am merely offering an … Continue reading
The Circumcised Church
“Then came he {The Apostle Paul} to Derbe and Lystra {two cities} : and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus {Timothy} , the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek. “Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra … Continue reading
Atheists should teach Sunday School
Recently, the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life conducted a significant survey about religion consisting of questions on the Bible, world religions and religious figures. Check out www.PewForum.org for an in depth analysis of the results. What you will find is that among the respondents to the survey, Atheists scored higher than … Continue reading
Skull Church
So what do you think about the skull image pictured on the above crucifix? Does it represent some sort of “evil”, or maybe it has something to do with some cult? Well, interestingly enough, it has a HUGE significance to a rather large “cult”… namely Christianity! (As far as referring to Christianity as a … Continue reading
I don’t believe in “hope”
What does it mean to live the “normal Christian life”? I suppose the question will be discussed till the performance of the trumpet of God, as it has been discussed since the Ascension. Whatever the answer may be in whole, it in part means to live with the knowledge of the power inherent to … Continue reading
Conspiracy theorY
“The world is floating on an ocean of lies.” Please consider the following: How many of you have a particularly disturbing story of a certain event that has happened in your personal industry? I’m talking about your career. I’m sure you have an anecdote or two about what really goes on “behind closed doors“. … Continue reading
16 Essential Christian Beliefs
These are the Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith. We know this because of the testimony of the Christian Bible. Additionally, the Essential Doctrines are reflected in the Church’s ancient statements of faith called “creeds”. Creeds are short summaries of what the Bible teaches. Google these: The Apostles Creed, The Nicene Creed, Athanasian Creed, … Continue reading
13 Things about Anne Rice
There is an innumerable amount of media available which concerns itself with the present situation regarding Anne Rice and her decision to leave Christianity, while, in her words, still following Christ. So what I have here are 13 quick points to ponder concerning our second favorite vampire author (Bram Stoker, who never renounced Christianity, is … Continue reading
Mel Gibson
As many of you know, the director of the most powerful Christian movie ever produced has made the news. About a year ago I wrote a short commentary entitled “Mel Gibson and Glass Houses”, which briefly chronicled a few facts concerning his personal life: namely his drunken dialog with the police of Malibu, the … Continue reading
Cross or Torture Stake? 10 Proofs…
Every so often there are rumblings in the Christian community concerning variants within our theology. Such as Christmas not being the actual birth date of Christ; Christ being crucified on Wednesday rather than Friday; the literalness of the Millennial Reign… etc., etc. Well, I love investigating and debating these issues. I personally would rather “discuss” … Continue reading
Paris Hilton steals from Church!
This is interesting: Paris Hilton’s great-grandfather, Conrad Hilton, started the now famous hotel chain (Hilton Hotels). He made an immense amount of money. Conrad Hilton fought during World War 1. He was not born from wealth, so he worked intensely building up his idea for affordable hotels. During the Great Depression, he lost most … Continue reading
The Hobbit Letters
How many of you know the story about C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien? Yes, there are a multitude of stories… they were great friends…but there is one story that is profound. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ First a brief history: C.S. Lewis = Every Christian leader on the planet earth has read something from C.S. Lewis. He was … Continue reading
Noah is our Father
Here is some scientifically proven and validated info that corresponds with the book of Genesis. But, hey, of course it does! We as believers understand that the Scriptures are inspired by God, so it stands to reason that those Scriptures are accurate in every way… be it science, history or even botany. ************************** ONE … Continue reading
Slavery 2010: Miami, Atlanta
Did you know the U.S. had major arrests involving “human trafficking” this past year? Do you know what “human trafficking” is? That is an antiseptic term to describe Slavery in the 21st century. Yes, SLAVERY. Did you know over the past 30 years, more humans were sold into slavery than throughout the 400 year … Continue reading
Don’t mess with the Missionary Man
Do you know which minister has recorded the most decisions for Christ within their lifetime? Is it Luis Palau (www.palau.org), with over one million decisions for Christ? Is it Billy Graham (www.BillyGraham.org), with over two million decisions for Christ? Well, how about the gentleman whom God has used for the fully documented 60 million … Continue reading
Powerful Words
This is one of my favorite quotes… It is taken from the inaugural speech of Nelson Mandela given in 1994: ”Our worst fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us most. We ask ourselves, ‘Who am … Continue reading
