Prayer Warfare?

Over the last several decades a phenomenon has arisen in Christian circles known as "prayer warfare."  Based on rather unfortunate interpretations of Scripture passages such as Matthew 16:19 and Mark 3:27, this form of prayer attempts to dislodge or defeat evil spirits in a specific locale or situation so the work of God can progress.  … Continue reading Prayer Warfare?

Kingdom Warfare part 2

We live in the midst of a hostile society.  Dominated by the evil one (1st John 5:19), everything in the world system works in complete opposition to the nature of God (1st John 2:16).  And they hate it when we say anything about it.  So how do we oppose the corruption of society in the … Continue reading Kingdom Warfare part 2

What Does it Mean to be…

Radical:  very different from the usual or traditional. Jesus was a Radical Take a look at His life and see what you think. While the religious leaders of the day burdened the common man with heavy religious rules and regulations (Matthew 23:2 - 4), Jesus provided men with hope (Luke 4:18 - 19). At a … Continue reading What Does it Mean to be…

Did He Really Mean That?

There is no doubt about it being costly to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.  There is one statement He makes about it, however, that sounds absolutely absurd, especially to North American Christians in the 21st century.  The question is, did He really mean it?  I think we should be finding out. "For which of … Continue reading Did He Really Mean That?