Many churches throw about the word “Missional.” Seeker churches use it, and so do other denominational churches. But what does that mean? Of course our mission should be the Great Commission, but in the modern church that just isn’t good enough. And of course it is redundant. It’s like saying, Continue Reading
Amy S.
Pope to Copeland: Catholics and Charismatics must spiritually unite
We are galloping toward a one-world melding of religions, and the ramifications are staggering. Pope Francis has now sent a video message to Word of Faith father Kenneth Copeland, urging a reconciliation between Catholics and Charismatics. This is undoubtedly one of the most significant developments I’ve reported. Please take the Continue Reading
The Elevation Coloring Book?
At first I thought, “this can’t be real.” But apparently, restless youngsters in Steven Furtick’s Elevation Church really are coloring in what is a disturbing message: UNITY: “We are united under the visionary.” At the bottom the page states, “Elevation Church is built on the vision God gave Pastor Steven. Continue Reading
WARNING: Kundalini Yoga’s “Highest Mantra Meditation”
We’ve warned before about the many forms of Kundalini Yoga Meditations, which combine the use of mantras, mudras and pranayama (breathing), to bestow profound spiritual “benefits” to those who practice them. Many Christians are being taught these dangerous but popular meditations in day spas, fitness facilities, hospitals, and sadly, in Continue Reading
True or false prophet? 4 ways to tell for sure
Throughout the Bible, we see true prophets speaking for God, because God told them what to say and to whom. But the Bible also shows us many false prophets. We see these same false prophets in the world today, using Him to claim He points the world to them Continue Reading
Rick Warren’s Top 100 Pastors to Follow
Joel Osteen? T.D. Jakes??? This is quite a Facebook Post from Pastor Rick Warren. Here he tells is fans which senior pastors — the top 100 in fact – that he recommends his fans follow on Twitter. Of course if you click that link you’ll get the idea that he Continue Reading
New NAR “Passion Bible” a dangerous heresy
Have you heard about the latest Bible “translation?” This one comes from the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) camp, from the brain of one man, a human-appointed “Apostle.” It’s called “The Passion Translation,” written by Brian Simmons of Stairway Ministries. Simmons has actually released four installments of his new translation: Psalms: Continue Reading
Miniseries: Something HUGE missing from Last Supper scene
The Bible miniseries on the History Channel is one we cannot endorse. Many have said, “What’s the big deal? It’s getting unchurched people interested in the Bible, isn’t it?” The problem with this is that the complete Gospel – the only message by which the Bible says we can be Continue Reading
The Dangers of Contemplative Prayer
One of the continuing snares Christians often encounter in their churches (of almost every denomination) is contemplative prayer. Is it biblical? Why are so many discernment ministries sounding the alarm? After all, doesn’t the Bible say we are to meditate on God’s Word? The answer to that last question is Continue Reading
Is IHOP a cult? One intern’s story
One of the most concerning phenomena I’ve seen in terms of false movements is the manifestation of spirits – familiar spirits – masquerading as the Holy Spirit. I’ve been reporting about and warning of the dangerous teaching of Mike Bickle’s spiritual influence over young vulnerable students, many of whom are Continue Reading