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... was very excited about a book that combined a spiritual otherworldly subject matter with an adventure story set in a very exotic and fascinating world of 1800 England." [4] In this fast-paced story, three brave teenagers conquer overwhelming occult forces because they supposedly trust the Biblical God! Here's a glimpse of the thrilling battle from its publisher's perspective: "Vicar Obadiah Demurral isn't satisfied running the affairs of his village — he foolishly wants to control the world. And if his plan works, he will obtain a weapon so powerful that ... Shadowmancer! A Christian book for' children'& teens? Berit Kjos- February 2005 Home Articles Victory "A tale of sorcery and fantasy, Shadowmancer may seem a likely choice for fans of the Harry Potter books. In fact, United Kingdom publisher Faber and Faber have declared it a challenger, saying it's'hotter than'Harry Potter. Non-Christian readers, however, may be surprised to discover the many Christian themes throughout the plot." [1] Christian Music Planet" "Vicar Obadiah Demurral no longer wants to ...

... , promises to "open the way for an exciting spiritual adventure into new territory and new ways of believing, belonging and becoming." [4] Believing what? Belonging to what? Becoming what? Those questions need answers, for McLaren's emerging Christianity is turning Biblical truth and faith upside down. Believing Those who read A New Kind of Christian and its popular sequel will be caught up in an unusual dialogue. Identifying with the "Christian" teacher Neo and others who model the "new" Christian beliefs, readers are ... Emerging "Christianity"- Part 1 Breaking Out of the Box by Berit Kjos- March 2006 Part 2: From Gnostic Roots to Occult Revival Part 3: Who defines the Kingdom of God? Home Articles Emphasis added in bold letters "Warren predicts that fundamentalism, of all varieties, will be'one of the big enemies of the 21st century." [1] Brian McLaren, the pastor of Cedar Ridge Community Church in the Washington-Baltimore area, may not be speaking at the UN, consulting at the White House, ...

... -- designed to amuse, not show reverence. We seem to have forgotten God's admonitions: "I will not let them ?profane My holy name anymore."? Ezekiel 39:7 Changing our Memories Nothing speeds America's memory loss faster than its spreading boundaries for Biblical truth. And it's no accident that today's emphasis on politically correct tolerance rarely applies to Christians. Like Obama's Faith-Based Partnership, our schools and colleges are silencing "faith-based" expressions. So when little Sallie wanted to tell her friend about Jesus, the principal scolded ... Purging the Memory of Our Christian Roots Purging the Memory of our Christian Roots How America lost its way& freedom By Berit Kjos- March 2, 2009 Skip down to Francis Schaeffer, Obama's stated beliefs or Adolf Hitler Home Emphasis added" 'Who controls the past controls the future; who controls the present controls the past,' repeated Winston obediently." [1] George Orwell's 1984 "The classroom must and will become an arena of conflict between the old and the new- the rotting corpse of Christianity.. and ...

... Persecution Hatred for Biblical Christianity You will be hated.. for My name's sake." Matthew 24:9 Home- End-Time Events- Quotes The quotes below reflect the spiritual convictions of powerful leaders and influential voices who laid the foundations for the rising global management system. The last two reflect occult teachings of influential Theosophists." .. the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one." 1 John 5:19 "You are of God.. and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater ... he who is in the world." (1 John 4:4-5) Dr. Brock Chisholm, the first Secretary-General of the United Nations' World Health Organization (WHO) In 1946, Dr. Chisholm gave the message, "The Psychiatry of Enduring Peace and Social Progress", at a world conference on mental health. Two years later, it was published in two magazines: Psychiatry and International Conciliation a socialist propaganda magazine. Its publisher, Alger Hiss, the presiding Secretary General at the 1945 founding of the United ...

... "cure anything", should burst that illusion. Enna is the name of a Philippine goddess. She was suggested as a replacement for God at the infamous 1993 Re-Imagining Conference which gathered over 2000 women from all the main denominations to "imagine" feminist alternatives to biblical "patriarchy". "The three goddesses I want to share with you are Kali [Hindu], Kwan-in [Buddhist], and Enna [Philippines]... my new trinity," [i] said Chung Hyun Kyung, a Korean theologian ... and rituals that permeate the Dark is Rising. Parents and children could easily read through two-thirds of the story without noticing the subtle signs of a pagan perspective or context. Little red flags that might have aroused concern would be dulled by the assurance that BJU provides safe Christian literature. But the hero's encounter with the gentle and age-less Lady Enna, whose mystical potions could "cure anything", should burst that illusion. Enna is the name of a Philippine goddess. She was suggested as a replacement for God at the infamous 1993 ...

... Home Ban truth- Reap Tyranny Whose Rights will Reign? See also Global War on Christian Values Whose "rights" will rule in a "democratized" world? Why hate crimes laws would ban Biblical Christianity No Rights for Resisters| Trading U.S. Rights for UN Rules What Happened to Parents' Rights?| .. and a little child shall lead them The UN Plan for your Mental Health News Index Persecution Christian families March 2017 Geert Wilders and the Suicide of Europe: None of Wilders's speeches incites violence against anyone; the ... Home Ban truth- Reap Tyranny Whose Rights will Reign? See also Global War on Christian Values Whose "rights" will rule in a "democratized" world? Why hate crimes laws would ban Biblical Christianity No Rights for Resisters| Trading U.S. Rights for UN Rules What Happened to Parents' Rights?| .. and a little child shall lead them The UN Plan for your Mental Health News Index Persecution Christian families March 2017 Geert Wilders and the Suicide of Europe: None of Wilders's speeches incites violence against anyone; the ...

... The War on "Hate" Bans Christian Values by Berit Kjos- 1998 See also Why hate crimes laws would ban Biblical Christianity and The UN Plan for Your Mental Health Skip down to Corinne McLaughlin Home "Hate speech' and'hate crime' as legal categories usher in the concept of political crime-- as un-American a proposition as there can be. America's survival depends on the unequivocal rejection of political crime." [1] Balint Vazsonyi, who lived in Hungary under Nazi and later Communist dictatorship During a health ... The War on "Hate" Bans Christian Values by Berit Kjos- 1998 See also Why hate crimes laws would ban Biblical Christianity and The UN Plan for Your Mental Health Skip down to Corinne McLaughlin Home "Hate speech' and'hate crime' as legal categories usher in the concept of political crime-- as un-American a proposition as there can be. America's survival depends on the unequivocal rejection of political crime." [1] Balint Vazsonyi, who lived in Hungary under Nazi and later Communist dictatorship During a health ...

... Why "Hate crime" laws would ban Biblical Christianity By Berit Kjos- Written in 2007-- Last update: 10-8-09 Ha te Crimes Prevention Act of 2009 (H. R. 1913) Home We added this important background information in 2009: Hate Crimes Language Prompts Republicans To Vote Against Defense Bill: "Inclusion of an expansion of federal hate crimes legislation in a defense authorization bill prompted nearly all House Republicans to vote against the measure. .." 'I cannot vote for the Defense authorization bill with this hate crimes ... attached to it,' Boehner said.'This is a radical social policy that is being put on the defense authorization bill.. because they probably can't pass it on its own... It is simply inappropriate to use a defense bill as a vehicle for divisive, liberal social policies, wholly unrelated to our country's national security.. Democrats … are piling liberal social priorities onto the backs of our soldiers. .. "Pence also said he viewed the hate crimes provisions as an assault on freedom of speech..'I disdain discrimination.. But these hate crimes provisions ...

... National& International LAW (2003-2006) Why "Hate Crime" laws ban Biblical Christianity Adapting the Constitution to a Global Consensus Ban truth- Reap tyranny| Homeland Security Home December 2006 "Senate Fails to Pass Eminent Domain Reform: "Despite overwhelming nationwide public support and historic bipartisan backing in the U.S. House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate failed to pass the Private Property Rights Protection Act of 2006 (H.R. 4128/S. 3873). As a result, thousands of Americans will remain subject to eminent domain ... supported by federal dollars.. More than one year ago, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the'Private Property Rights Protection Act of 2005'(H.R. 4128) by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 376-38. This bill would counter the effects of the U.S. Supreme Court's universally reviled decision in Kelo v. City of New London, which allows state and local governments to use eminent domain to seize property for private development on the mere possibility of increased tax revenue or jobs." See Guide to the New World Order November ...

... to God, not the State. We are to render unto Caesar (the State) ONLY what is Caesar's. Children are a gift from God and He expects them to be raised in the way in which they should go (in other words, according to Biblical precepts). God makes education compulsory, but not Comprehensive Sex Ed Violates our Children necessarily in government, private, or parochial schools. In a free enterprise economic system, it is important for citizens to be competitive, so it is important that children be ... , as science has many unproven theories. The point is children are being taught simplistic things in science, and natural inquiry is not being encouraged. From Celeste C.: I have homeschooled for about 7 years and have found my faith to deepen because of the Christian curriculum that challenged my public school education. With so many educated with this humanistic philosophy in our public schools, I believe that many Christian youth and parents are being deceived into group dynamics, group participation and global acceptance using the techniques that were once only found ...

... Why they hate God's Word "You will be hated.. for My name's sake." Matthew 24:9 Berit Kjos Biblical Christianity doesn't fit the world's vision of global solidarity. It hinders progress toward global governance. It clashes with the amoral values and mind-dulling enticements needed to prepare the masses for "change." No wonder our globalist leaders seek ways to eradicate this inconvenient "obstacle!" They even use Islam to accomplish their purpose. In their battle against Truth, these" Power Elites" seem blind to the ... war that rages in their midst. They don't realize that their foolish plans can never block God's will and power! His plan for the world was revealed long ago, and He will surely fulfill it-- in His perfect time and way! "The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; He makes the plans of the peoples of no effect. .. the counsel of the Lord stands forever.." Psalm 33:10-11 In 1948, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a ...

... is a way that seems right but that leads to death. Paganism is that way. That brings up a very urgent question: Does Miller Know the Gospel? Miller calls himself a Christian and uses the term Gospel, but what he describes doesn't sound like the biblical Gospel. For instance, on p. 124 he describes his conversation with Jake, a pagan at a Ren Fayre festival. The Christians there had a booth where they confessed their sins to the pagans as an apology for the Church. Jake starts out: ... joy. When I finished the last page, I felt warmed, full of hope, and confident that this great book will echo with beauty in many, many lives just as it is doing in mine." Brian McLaren, author of A New Kind of Christian "These men are springs without water and mists driven by a storm. Blackest darkness is reserved for them. For they mouth empty boastful words and, by appealing to the lustful desires of sinful human nature, they entice people who are just escaping from those ...

... "church" no one questions and everyone trusts. I used to be so confused at Christian's responses because I just couldn't understand where their discernment was? After much praying, God showed me things that I never understood before. Your charts showing the difference between "Biblical Christianity" and "Cultural Christianity," it helped me to clarify the confusion. It saddens me to see how deceived so many people are. _____ From Leigh Anne Sullivan: You guys should get a life and leave these poor kids alone. All ... stupidity on your part. What is so bad about Pokemon!? I dont get it. Oh, thats right, YOU PEOPLE CAN'T LEAVE ANYTHING ALONE!!!! You think that you can censor everything that conflicts with YOUR perception of what God wants us Christians to do. Well, I've got news for you, not everyone agrees with your views. Not everyone thinks that Pokemon is this "evil" entity that will posses our children at will. And if you tell that to a child they are Not going ...

... to his popular, but somewhat controversial, A New Kind of Christian. Both books are written in an unusual narrative non-fiction style- using fictional characters, rather than sterile discourse, to incarnate theological truths.." [But many of those "truths" are contrary to Biblical truths] "McLaren is.. a key figure in the'emerging church'. "What can nature teach us? Two key lessons are diversity and interdependence. Both will characterize the future church, in McLaren's view." [In the next paragraph, notice the ... Quotes and Excerpts from: "A New Kind of Christian" by Brian D. McLaren Jossey-Bass; 1st edition (March 28, 2001), A Leadership Network Publication See also The Story We Find Ourselves In Emerging "Christianity"- Part 1: Breaking Out of the box Skip down to CONVERSATION Brian McLaren is "the founding pastor of Cedar Ridge Community Church in the Washington-Baltimore area and the author of two previous books on contemporary Christianity, including The Church on the Other Side: Doing Ministry in the Postmodern Matrix. ...

... ? The answers are simple but sobering. When earth centered religions mix with Christianity, they often produce a malleable, cross-less distortion of Christianity-- one that conforms to the new global ethic. (See Mind Control) Since UNESCO and its international educations partners view Biblical Christianity as a hindrance to peace and unity, they don't doesn't hesitate to market their social and political philosophy under the banner of "literacy" in order to win the consent of the masses. The power of words Like symbols, our familiar words communicate different ... interest" laws that piggy-back on major congressional bills-- numerous hidden objectives have hitchhiked on our national drive for literacy. These politically correct objectives are met, in part, by infusing classroom literature with socialist ideology, environmental exaggerations, and multicultural tales that clash with Christianity and traditional values, cause moral confusion( dissonance) and prompt children to adapt their beliefs to the more pluralistic "common ground" needed for a global society. (See Brainwashing in America) For example, the question, "What happens when we die ...

... of barbarianism, and the true barbarian way, is certainly spiritual — but not in the way in which it is presented in this book. McManus' presentation, however well-intentioned, is faulty from the get-go. By linking the idea and lifestyle of the barbarian with biblical Christianity, he redefines what "the barbarian way" really is. It is crucial that we understand that barbarianism is a way of life and thought rooted in paganism. It is not merely courage, fortitude and devotion to cause. The entire foundation of a ... The Christian Hordes? A review of Erwin McManus' book: "The Barbarian Way" by Kevin Reeves, October 2006 Read the unabridged article at www.theothersideoftheriver.com/Articles/Hordes.shtml Home Articles Emphasis added in bold letters Written by Erwin Raphael McManus and called The Barbarian Way, this volume packs quite a wallop in its 148 pages. Its compact size enables the reader to get through it in a sitting, and the fact that the author is an international consultant and was spotlighted in conferences put on by such mega-church groups as the ...

... web site. He also evidently believes that cults are "sacred tribes." [See: http://www.sacredtribes.com/] I contacted Bill Honsberger, a board member of EMNR, recently in a letter addressing these injustices against the Great Commission and injuries toward biblical apologists. I was told that EMNR does not endorse the teachings of Jon Trott or John Morehead. He explained that Morehead used to be the president of EMNR, but he resigned about three years ago; I was informed he left after "giving up" ... EMNR Keeping the Cults Comfortable By Dwayna Litz Posted August 30, 2006 Home In 1982, EMNR was formed to become "a consortium of Christians in North America, seeking to help people distinguish authentic from in-authentic Christianity and strengthen evangelical Christian ministries to new religionists and cultists." [Source: www.emnr.org] Dr. Walter Martin was a founding member of Evangelical Ministries to New Religions (EMNR). The organization was formed as a think tank for apologists, with a focus on reaching people involved in cults. The EMNR web ...

... , I really believe you are doing good work. Just a thought. I am a Minister that was raised christian and have always had the sense to listen to the good words of the lord. I have studied the Bible as well as the works of many biblical scholars in my 37 years. I have also been a role player since I was eight years old. I find you use of scripture to demonize a harmless game rather preposterous. Please show me actual quotes from the bible, please refer to version, and ... most important to them.. they have made great strides to destroy the family unit. It would appear the plan is to send societies spiraling out of control, then step in with globalists/big government solutions to put us all back together (on their oppressive secular anti Christian terms of course). Unfortunately, most people don't even realize yet they have been broken, and more sadly they will accept with glee the elitist solutions to fix whatever interrupts the next reality show. Its kind of interesting to note that as more and more ...

... People USA" July 4-8, Bushnell, IL. The camp is held on 500 acres of land with a reported 25,000 youth from churches, seminaries, and Bible colleges in attendance. The furtive mission trip to research behind the scenes teachings of Christians for Biblical Equality and "The Jesus People" (who are mostly teachers and members of CBE) could not have gone better! The Lord provided a way for us to walk in absolute freedom there to do the research covertly and distribute 500 fact sheets of "CBE ... "Days of the Dead" at Cornerstone "Christian" Youth Camp By Dwayna Litz Posted August 12, 2006 Home Below is a summary of our covert mission trip to witness at Cornerstone Festival 2006, owned by the "Jesus People USA" July 4-8, Bushnell, IL. The camp is held on 500 acres of land with a reported 25,000 youth from churches, seminaries, and Bible colleges in attendance. The furtive mission trip to research behind the scenes teachings of Christians for Biblical Equality and "The Jesus ...

... but they are not what we seek. What stops our drive for facts from going haywire? The discovery of a higher form of knowing." 3 Let's summarize his main points, then compare them with some occult systems formerly hidden in secret societies: 1. Biblical beliefs are out. They are irrelevant-- to be discarded as mere "clutter in the brain." 2. Being "fully alive" is in-- no matter what spirit or religion inspires the obligatory passion. 3. There's no room for ... Emerging "Christianity"- Part 2 From Gnostic Roots to Occult Revival by Berit Kjos- April 2006 Part 3: Who defines the Kingdom of God? Part 1: Breaking Out of the box Home A flood of mystical suggestions are sweeping through churches and culture. They beckon us "let go" of the old inflexible Word and explore the latest mystical thrills-- highlighted in books, videos, etc.-- in our increasingly corrupt world. Naturally, a growing consensus of "open-minded" seekers claim that God's ...

... If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world." C. S. Lewis, Mere Christianity "It is not impossible that our own Model [including the Biblical worldview] will die a violent death, ruthlessly smashed by an unprovoked assault of new facts-- unprovoked as the nova of 1572. But I think it is more likely to change when, and because, far-reaching changes in the mental temper of our descendents ... about C. S. Lewis C. S. Lewis Chronology "If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world." C. S. Lewis, Mere Christianity "It is not impossible that our own Model [including the Biblical worldview] will die a violent death, ruthlessly smashed by an unprovoked assault of new facts-- unprovoked as the nova of 1572. But I think it is more likely to change when ...

... is well worth the struggle: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." 1 Corinthians 2:9 We hope to provide vital facts and Biblical encouragement that will help you prepare for a global union that shows little tolerance for Christian faith. You will find resources that demonstrate and document-- • The cultural shift from a Christian to a global paradigm. • The classroom shift from fact and logic to ... and imagination. • The growing acceptance of a code of ethics that bans biblical truth. • How movies, television and classrooms promote a global spirituality. • Why the "consensus process" turn young and old against absolute truth. • Why many Christians are conforming to this transformational process. Today's transformation calls for many such on His promises. When we trust and follow Him, He will lead us in His triumph-- no matter what challenges we face. (2 Corinthians 2:14) Remember what God told Joshua ...

... not by law, but by an army of willing and often well-meaning religious leaders. Those who share the UN vision of the 21st Century community usually lead the parade. They seek a global village of peace and social equality – unified, not by faith in the Biblical God, but by faith in human nature and a pluralistic god-spirit operating in and through each person. Christian evangelism doesn't fit this utopian vision. It offends people of other faiths. It threatens the religious leaders who have built their platform on humanitarian ideals rather than ... the exile, and in time those seeds will sprout and bloom. When they do, we will once again be able to see continuity between the Church of the past and the purged and opened church of the future." Episcopal Bishop John Shelby Spong, Why Christianity Must Change or Die[ 1] Year 2000 arrived, ushering in the United Nations' "International Year of the Culture of Peace." It brings new pressures to establish the global management system President Clinton calls the Third Way – one that allows governments to ...

... From Kim N. Stager:[ How to "Conquer the 7 Spheres" --Transforming nations& build the Kingdom of God] This notion of "spheres" is also used extensively in "The Truth Project" DVD series. Another example of how TTP is not biblical, but dominionist, kingdom now, etc. May ministries such as yours speak the Truth in love that whosoever will might be Saved and that professing believers might not be deceived. Praise God! From George Cancilla:[ What is "Rethinking"?] ... door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly." (Matthew 6:5-6). Never mind that we would want to invoke the name of Jesus when we pray. How can any Christian reconcile a national day of prayer with these verses? "Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." (Matthew 6:10). Of course God's will is to have all things in Christ. The chief ...

... Turner," The Humanist (November/December 1989): 6. 8. Barbara G. Walker, The Woman's Encyclopedia of Myths and Secrets (San Francisco: Harper& Row, 1983), 450. 9. Henry Morris, Ph.D., The Biblical Basis for Modem Science (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1984), 37. 10. This attitude permeates environmental philosophies and literature. Much historical distortion was fomented through an article by Lynn White, Jr. titled, "The Historical Roots of Our ... Woman," Time (6 May 1991): 73. 2. Elinor W. Gadon, The Once and Future Goddess (San Francisco: Harper& Row, 1989), 229-30. 3. Donald Bloesch, "Lost in the Mythical Myths," Christianity Today (19 August 1991): 23. 4. Spaceship Earth: Our Global Environment, a project of The American Fo-rum for Global Education (45 John Street, Suite 1200, New York, N.Y. 10038). Contributors include Turner Broadcasting System, ...

... and watching over our shoulder." Stunned, the Kansas mother 2 listened. She had voiced her reluctance to let her daughter attend an "historical" play that touted hypnotism and spiritism. Didn't she and her husband have the right to raise their daughter according to biblical guidelines? Apparently not in the eyes of local educators. They are not alone. A Colorado mother was "expelled from the school grounds" for sharing her concern over the earth-centered spirituality taught as part of environmental education. Two New York mothers faced ridicule for ... What Happened To Parental Rights? by Berit Kjos- 1996 See News relevant to Christian families Brave New Schools, Chapter 3: A New Way of Thinking Homeland Security links Homeschoolers to terrorists Three Myths of Homeschooling Home "To raise a happy, healthy and hopeful child, it takes..all of us. Yes, it takes a village." Hillary Clinton addressing the 1996 Democratic Convention "Parents give up their rights when they drop the children off at public school." 1 Texas Federal District Judge Melinda Harmon "You are not ...

... As the nations which the Lord destroys before you, so you shall perish, because you would not be obedient to the voice of the Lord your God." Deuteronomy 8:10-20 2. Humanism. This stage of the downward slide serves as a bridge between Biblical faith and paganism. Turning hearts of the masses from God to self, it blinded people to His saving Truth and opened their mind to deception. By the early 1960s, atheistic leaders were banning prayer and Bible reading from public schools, while humanist leaders persuaded ... proud.. You may say to yourself,'My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me. .. If you ever forget the Lord your God and follow other gods.. you will surely be destroyed." Deut. 8:10-20 1. Christianity. America's laws were based on God's Law, as written in the Bible. Her founding fathers (even those who were Deists and Unitarians) recognized God as Lord. Whether true Christian or not, they believed in the inherent wisdom of God's Word and built ...

... during his school years: "No one ever attempted to show in what sense Christianity fulfilled paganism or paganism prefigured Christianity." [5] The white witch, Jadis-- the self-professed Queen of Narnia-- emerged from that pagan worldview, not from a Biblical frame of reference. Her ritual sacrifice of Aslan has more in common with the ancient Winter Solstice rituals and blood sacrifices to cultural gods (whether Hindu, Mayan, Inca or Babylonian) than with the crucifixion of our Lord. Small wonder the movie director chose ... Narnia- Part 1 Blending Truth and Myth by Berit Kjos- December 2005 See also The Abolition of Man| Mere Christianity| LILITH Warnings- How mysticism& the occult are changing the Church Lewis, Tolkien and Barfield explore Reincarnation and Theosophy Emphasis in bold letters added throughout Narnia Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Skip down to Stonehenge Home Articles" .. the children discover a charming, peaceful land inhabited by talking beasts, dwarfs, fauns, centaurs and giants that has become a world cursed to eternal winter by the evil White ...

... references to psychic forces, spells and magic by relegating all the occult suggestions and images to the realm of fantasy and make-believe? And if you are saying that the occult messages are made ineffective by the fantasy model of storytelling, how can you say that the supposed Biblical message is made effective by the same model? The fact is-- as I have communicated in many of my articles-- that suggestions and images communicated through fantasy tend to be more effective than actual reality in teaching both children and adults new views and ... mind, Stephen. Nor am I writing article to "force" my "beliefs on other naive people"-- especially not on "well educated" and "upstanding citizens" like yourself. Most of our articles are written in response to questions by concerned Christian parents. I want to help and encourage them, and I don't "force" anyone to visit our website. As for the influence of today's popular entertainment, you may want to read Toying with Death or The Power of Suggestion From Bonny: When my ...

... , in this church, we will practice salvation," Van Yperen told the congregation in his Sunday morning sermon on March 10, 2002. "We will grow up together to the glory of Jesus Christ." What does that mean? We tend to hear Biblical words through the mental filter of the traditional church, but the new postmodern context changes the old meanings. So when the "intentional interim pastor" promises to "lead a spiritual/discovery/change process that seeks to understand and to embody what it means ... believer's personal walk with Christ. God calls each of us to come to Him in a solitary place [see Matt. 6:6 ], find comfort in His Word, be filled with His life and bring His love to one another. Even so, Christians are tempted to let a new group consensus-- facilitated by leaders trained to "manage change"-- interpret Scriptures and redefine its values. According to Van Yperen, "Learning comes through dialogue rather than presentation," [6] and this pattern ...

... " workforce development" program now being implemented in every state. Working with Hillary Clinton and other globalist leaders, he called for a paradigm shift- a total transformation in the way people think, believe, and perceive reality. This new paradigm rules out traditional values and biblical truth, which are now considered hateful and intolerant. (See" Clinton's War on Hate Bans Christian Values ") All religions must be pressed into the mold of the new global spirituality. 3 Since globalist leaders tout this world religion as a means of building ... awareness of our supposed planetary oneness, Biblical Christianity doesn't fit. It is simply too "exclusive" and "judgmental." President Bush summarized the goal in his 1991 announcement of America 2000, the Republican version of UNESCO's worldwide education reform program: Nations that stick to stale old notions and ideologies will falter and fail. So I'm here today to say, America will move forward.. New schools for a new world.. Our challenge amounts to nothing less than a revolution in American education. 4 Immersing students in imaginary situations that clash with ...

... brought to Babylon and Persia during the exile that had followed Israel's slide into paganism and idolatry centuries earlier. The goodness of God had been demonstrated among His exiled people through Daniel, Esther, Nehemiah and others, and historical records had preserved their memory. So the Biblical God was not unknown to Persian scholars at this momentous time." See Our God Reigns Christmas in a German Labor Camp during WWII: "While many are concerned over the economy, the growing immorality in our culture, and an increasing amount of deception in ... state house rotunda a Holiday tree. Irate citizens showed up at the lighting ceremony to serenade Chafee with'O Christmas Tree. To avoid such expressions of yuletide discontent, the public was given only a few minutes notice of this year's lighting." 2010 Detained Iranian Christians Preparing For Christmas Behind Bars: "Several Christians in Iran prepared Wednesday, December 22, to spend Christmas behind bars, including at least two Iranian pastors who face the death penalty on charges of'apostasy', or abandoning Islam.. "Pastor Yousef Nadarkhani.. ...

... Topical Index of Critical Issues! Biblical Perspective Books Brainwashing Changing America Church Growth Communism& Communitarianism Community-building Culture Education Emerging Church Faith (Genuine) Freedom (loss of) Global Control Law Management- Church& World Media Power Mental Health& Mind Control Miscellaneous Persecution Postmodern church Reinventing government The Occult Spirituality& Solidarity Toys, Games& Music Home Skip down to Genuine Faith (book excerpts) Global Control The Revolutionary Roots of the UN* The Hidden Control of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) UNESCO: Its purpose and Its ... Theory Soviet system~ Marxism Systems Thinking Culture of Peace Civic Renewal- Iserbyt Current Communist Goals Priceless Comments The Transformation of America Culture& Crises Memorable O pening Prayer A Common Sense Bill of Non-Rights Corrupting Everything Culture of Peace Who did it? Law Separation of Church (Christian parents) and State (schools) Whose Rights& "Safe-guards"? UNESCO: Its purpose and Its Philosophy American Youth Policy Forum& Service Learning The U.S. Constitution Miscellaneous Give new meaning to old celebrations Miscellaneous "Emerging" Church Unesco's Declaration on the role ...

... : I had my reservations about the Prince of Egypt, because Hollywood distorts the Bible in movies. I don't want my children to get their concepts of the bible from misinterpretations in movies, so I am selective as what they watch, especially when it comes to biblical movies. I want what they see to be accurate. It's easier to teach our children the truth of the Word, than it is to weed out the misinterpretations in movies. Anyway, I had borrowed the Prince of Egypt from a classmate of my son's ... it with the truth in the Bible. I allowed her to participate. I regret that decision now because I have found that any time we read about Moses she is confusing what she saw with what she is hearing or reading. I cringe every time I hear Christians promoting the Prince of Egypt and I really am disappointed that the Christian bookstores jumped on the bandwagon with the large displays and promotion. From Miss M: I had reservations about this. Spielberg is a very good director and in any movie he creates, values ...

... Ban truth- Reap tyranny LAW& Justice and Sharia Why "Hate Crime" laws ban Biblical Christianity From Freedom to Servitude- Part 1: The Power and Perversions of Law Adapting the Constitution to a Global Consensus| God bless America The Ten Commandments Home January 2017 Anti-Trump Federal Judges STUNNED By Brilliant'Surprise' Trump Hid in New Travel Ban: The new travel ban shifts the chore of stopping refugees from airport law enforcement officers to officials at United States embassies overseas. No longer can hordes of liberal protesters and Democrat politicians ... for the cameras at airport entrances.. See The Power and Perversions of Law Judge: Investigation Into Obama Spying on Trump Would Reveal Mass Surveillance of All Americans: .. the intelligence community is petrified of a Congressional investigation into claims that Barack Obama spied on Donald Trump because it would expose the fact that every American is under mass surveillance and that their conversations are all being digitally recorded by the NSA. See New rule lets feds hack your computer anywhere, anytime: A proposal that Washington bureaucrats be given nearly unfettered permission to hack into private ...

... we participate in conflict resolution, neighborhood mediation, classroom group work, or workplace team thinking, the aim is still "common ground" based on a preferred ideology. Such social and spiritual unity is the goal of the consensus process. It is the antithesis of Biblical Christianity, for it always encourages compromise: one step after another toward the new center, the new ways of thinking, a new set of values. That's why this Hegelian dialectic (consensus) process worked so well in the Soviet Union. It replaced absolute ... Valentines, Values and Social Solidarity by Berit Kjos< www.crossroad.to> In the third century AD, a kind priest named Valentine refused to renounce his faith in God. His disobedience to Roman laws angered the Emperor. Claudius II could tolerate neither Christian truth nor criticism aimed at the pagan gods he worshipped. To vent his anger and to frighten his subjects into compliance, he persecuted the uncompromising Christians. Valentine was killed and buried in Rome.[1] Almost a century later, Pope Julius I granted sainthood to the faithful ...

... ' is the most popular film of the holiday season. Is there a connection? Can mythology, or fairytales, lead us to faith? ... In myths, we can see the glimmerings of eternal truth." No, we don't! When you mix Biblical truth with human myths and philosophy, you end up with a distortion of truth which is far more deceptive than an obvious lie. See Tolkien's Lord of the Rings: Truth, Myth or'Discovered Reality"? Evil makes a'comeback':" ... News Tolkien- Lord of the Rings See also Religion| The Changing Church| Apostasy| Islam Home~ News Index~ Persecution News~ News relevant to Christian families April Lewis, Tolkien and Barfield explore reincarnation and theosophy: "What comes as a genuine shock is the news that Tolkien's mind and work were marked by the fictional dream-journeys of George Du Maurier, by the psychic experiences of Charlotte Moberly and Eleanor Jourdain, by the time-travel fantasies of H. G. Wells, and especially by the notion of J. W ...

... forces, and the promotion of imagination as a conduit to special powers. Saint By Ted Dekker (Thomas Nelson, 2006) A Review by Richard Nathan Saint strongly appears to be a spiritual offspring of the Inklings with its bizarre combination of supernatural thrills, smattering of Biblical references, and strong love of fantasy. It definitely does not provide or promote a Christian worldview. Power is the book's main theme — the conflict of supernatural powers and the exaltation of human special powers. The conflict of supernatural powers is very similar to Frank ... Children of the Inklings Emergent "Christian" Fiction By Richard and Linda Nathan INDEX to articles by Richard and Linda Nathan Home In recent years, fiction aimed at Christians has exploded in the marketplace. Reading it used to be a more or less reliable escape. But nowadays popular authors in that marketplace are emphasizing more and more of those disturbing elements that once were relegated to pagan, occult, or secular novels. Since Frank Peretti's blockbuster novels delivered spiritual warfare to the Christian marketplace, the Left Behind series set millions hungering for ...

... meaning of written text in order to support a pre-planned conclusion that is different from the original author's intention. There are other subtle methods, but most are variations of these three. All of these methods of indoctrination have one purpose – to convince our children to reject Biblical Christianity and to accept a secular worldview: America's Censored Heritage America's foundations are rooted in the Judeo/Christian worldview. Even the few Founders who might not have been doctrinal Christian regarded these principles as the best source for moral self-government, liberty, justice, and ... I ]t is clear that the dominant social, economic, cultural and scientific trends that have defined the western world for five centuries are rapidly leading in new directions."[2] The dominant trends that defined Western civilization are of course, the Judeo/Christian worldview. So what does this mean for social studies? The NCSS explains, "The United States and its democracy are constantly evolving and in continuous need of citizens who can adapt… to meet changing circumstances. Meeting that need is the mission of the social studies ...

... , ignorance, sickly finances, anger, bitterness in your past, or anything else that could slow your print to the finish line... God is using these heart-turning miracles to challenge you to change your outlook and your values."20-21 Mocks traditional or Biblical churches "Pew warmers are passé. They're stuck at half past yesterday and simply are not ready for the high demands of the current explosion." 87" .. it's not by wasting away in a pew, counting the dead flies in the fluorescent light fixtures ... Excerpts from Megashift by James Rutz Quotes and Excerpts World Net Daily's endorsement: "In a very special, limited-time offer, WND is giving away, FREE, one of the most sensational and revolutionary books of our time – Megashift. "If you read one'Christian book' this year," said WorldNetDaily founder Joseph Farah, "make it'Megashift' by Jim Rutz." (5-2-05) Endorsements listed in Megashift: Dr. C. Peter Wagner, Global Harvest Ministries: "Megashift is an upbeat, optimistic ...

... after Christ." (Colossians 2:8) "Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils" (1 Timothy 4:1) There are some Biblical principles that will help protect us from deception. The third chapter of Genesis gives us three keys to deception. If we spot any of these things, then we need to be on guard. Hath GOD said "And he [the serpent] said unto ... 1] The story is set against a backdrop of religious and "historical" statements that are claimed to be "facts." These are a mixture of anti-Christian teachings, radical feminist theology, and goddess worship. For example, the book says that the early Christians did not believe in the divinity of Christ; the Resurrection never happened; our Bible is the result of a political power play by the Roman Emperor Constantine; and early Christians worshiped the "divine feminine." These statements are made by a likeable expert, ...

... is well worth the struggle: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." 1 Corinthians 2:9 We hope to provide vital facts and Biblical encouragement that will help you prepare for a global union that shows little tolerance for Christian faith. You will find resources that demonstrate and document-- • The cultural shift from a Christian to a global paradigm. • The classroom shift from fact and logic to ... and imagination. • The growing acceptance of a code of ethics that bans biblical truth. • How movies, television and classrooms promote a global spirituality. • Why the "consensus process" turn young and old against absolute truth. • Why many Christians are conforming to this transformational process. Today's transformation calls for many such on His promises. When we trust and follow Him, He will lead us in His triumph-- no matter what challenges we face. (2 Corinthians 2:14) Remember what God told Joshua ...

... for mercy and forgiveness, intercession for blessings on others, and thanksgiving, or an expression of gratitude to God for his mercies and benefits." 2 Yet there is a type of prayer being taught today which is far from the above definitions and even further from Biblical prayer. It's known as Contemplative Prayer. Since the Bible is to be our guideline for faith and practice and since we are to use it to discern good from evil (Hebrews 5:14, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Acts 17:11) ... a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Him.'The source of Centering Prayer, as in all methods leading to Contemplative Prayer, is the indwelling Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.'It is also inspired by writings of major contributors to the Christian contemplative heritage including John Cassian, the anonymous author of The Cloud of Unknowing, Francis de Sales, Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Thérèse of Lisieux, and Thomas Merton." Emphasis Added Contemplative Prayer "Guidelines include: Choose a sacred word as ...

... dream that there was any relation between them.. Christians habitually weep and pray over beautiful truth, only to draw back from that same truth when it comes to the difficult job of putting it in practice. The average church simply does not dare to check its practices against Biblical precepts. It tolerates things that are diametrically opposed to the will of God, and if the matter is pointed out to its leaders they will defend its unscriptural practices with a smooth casuistry.. The mind can approve and the emotions enjoy while the will drags its feet ... while their present-day descendants seem concerned only with the fruit. .. "The root of the righteous yieldeth fruit," said the wise man in the Proverbs. .. We demand the fruit immediately even though the root may be weak and knobby or missing altogether. Impatient Christians today explain away the simple beliefs of the saints of other days and smile off their serious-minded approach to God and sacred things. They were victims of their own limited religious outlook, but great and sturdy souls withal who managed to achieve a satisfying spiritual experience and ...

... "The Ancient Mystery That Holds the Secret of America's Future!" More Insights into The Harbinger A response to What's Wrong with The Harbinger's "Ancient Mystery"? By Jeremy James~ April 27, 2012 Home Biblical prophecy must be studied and interpreted in its totality; elaborate conclusions based on one or two verses is very dangerous. You are correct, I feel, in pointing to a possible Cabalistic angle in Rabbi Cahn's message. I really like your analysis of the word vow. People such as Cahn use a variety ... spiritual discernment that I suspect it will continue to be used for years to come to beguile the unwary. The book's strength lies in the truth of its central message, namely, that the US has wandered far from God, and unless a sizeable number of professing Christians repent, a truly devastating judgment will come upon her. The problem with this, of course, is that a strong central message induces the reader to believe all sorts of ancillary stuff which has no real Biblical validity. There are no prophets today bringing new ...

... some even include Robert Schuller. These leaders are capturing headlines and talking about their influence in the White House and in Congress. Mega-churches are springing up with thousands of attendees, giving the impression of a kind of revival. But such appearances are illusory. From a biblical and historical point of view, it might rather be said that Evangelicalism is actually weakening and collapsing in the United States in a manner equivalent to a meltdown. And this meltdown is only equaled by another meltdown that took place in the early part of the 20th ... in an attempt to clarify those issues that are tending to weaken, break down, and misdirect Evangelicalism. Even though the effects are obvious, the forces behind these changes are not. Part 2- The False Picture: Unmasking "Postmodernism" Part 1 Introduction Many Christians today believe that Evangelicalism is becoming stronger and more influential due to the popularity of such high profile preachers as Billy Graham and Rick Warren — some even include Robert Schuller. These leaders are capturing headlines and talking about their influence in the White House and in Congress ...

... enough to have seen it arrive. It blossomed, I think, most pointedly through the effort of…[the] religious personality Robert Schuller and a book he wrote a number of years ago called Self-Esteem: The New Reformation … It was an effort to replace the biblical gospel with a new gospel. And it worked. "In that book, Robert Schuller attacked the Protestant Reformation. Calling for a new reformation he wrote: "It is precisely at this point that classical theology has erred in its insistence that theology be' ... would be our own esteem for the dreadful and awesome majesty of the omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient, and completely sovereign Yahweh El Shaddai – the LORD God Almighty as revealed in Holy Scripture. In his book The Holiness of God, which I highly recommend, noted Christian theologian Dr. R.C. Sproul writes: "If God is the Creator of the entire universe, then it must follow that He is the Lord of the whole universe. There is no part of the world that is outside of His Lordship. That means ...

... whether or not God exists. Therefore it also denies the validity of the Bible. The only certainties are those that can be proved by "science.". Atheism: Denies the existence of any God, thought it is traditionally focused on the rejection of the Biblical God. Christianity: Refers to the exercise of faith in the atoning and saving work of Jesus Christ through His sacrificial death and victorious resurrection as revealed through God's holy Word. (See What it means to be a Christian) But today (as in previous ... ) it's being twisted into whatever form of faith/salvation/works combination fits today's emerging "Christian" communities. Christendom: (wisely not used much anymore) Primarily refers to the domain of the world that identified itself as Christian.Since Biblical Christianity is being replaced with countless accommodating or "emerging" alternatives, it really doesn't apply to any regional domain today. Contemplative spirituality: "A belief system that uses ancient mystical practices to induce altered states of consciousness (the silence) and is rooted in mysticism and the occult but often ...

... I am a bad influence on the congregation and that I am dividing the body of Christ. What happened was that our pastor decided to change the church to the seeker sensitive model. He no longer preaches the gospel. The sermons are watered down and have little Biblical content. What Bible is used is from a paraphrase. The music is more entertainment than worship. Everything has changed. When I asked the pastor about it, he told me these changes were necessary for the church to reach new people and grow. I ... many years. I do not want to be divisive; but it doesn't seem right that Bible teaching and gospel preaching have been removed from the church. What shall I do?" We are in the midst of a radical change in evangelicalism that has left countless Christians starving for God's Word in their churches. Proponents of the change have labeled as "divisive" those who resist the movement away from gospel preaching and Bible teaching. Opponents of the change are declared judgmental and selfish "Pharisees" and are told that they should ...

... that wanted to extend the pull of the Holy Roman Empire over more and more territory. It was, in this case, the church leadership which was in the wrong, for covetousness is itself a sin (Exodus 20:17). See our chart on Biblical versus Cultural Christianity.| Home| Armor of God| Christian Persecution| His Word| Our Articles|| Books| Links| Questions& Answers Christianity 6. How can Christianity be true when so many people have been persecuted and murdered by the Christian church ... Questions& Answers Christianity 6. How can Christianity be true when so many people have been persecuted and murdered by the Christian church in the past? From Matthew Yates: The actions of men are a bad gauge of truth. People, even Christians, will act in their own best interest. It's part of our nature (Romans 3:23 again). The Crusaders were driven by a covetous church leadership that wanted to extend the pull of the Holy Roman Empire over more and more territory. It was, in ...