As long as I have been aware of anything theological, the church has hailed the incomparable attributes of God. God fills all space, possesses all knowledge, holds all power and exists for all eternity. His grace is unlimited, His love undiminished, His holiness unsullied, His authority unquestioned, His word immutable. No one is bigger, stronger,… Continue reading The Magnanimity Syndrome
My Views on the Godhead – Jakes
Jakes responds to Christianity Today article, “Apologetics Journal Criticizes Jakes.” By Bishop T. D. Jakes ” Hearsay, not Heresy” I was raised Baptist and became Pentecostal 26 years ago at a Greater Emmanuel Apostolic Church, where I was later ordained a Bishop. I resigned from that denomination 11 years ago, and have continued to fellowship… Continue reading My Views on the Godhead – Jakes
T.D. Jakes Accused of Heresy
T.D. Jakes Accused Of Heresy For Trinity Views RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA ( HYPERLINK “http://www.mcjonline.com/news/credits.htm” CHARISMA) — Christian broadcaster and cult watcher Hank Hanegraaff has lobbed heresy charges at Bishop T.D. Jakes, the nation’s most prominent black preacher.
A Fresh Glimpse of God’s Glory
A Fresh Glimpse of God’s Glory There comes a time in every life in which we need a fresh vision of God. Our walk with God can become stale and routine. We may begin to doubt if the continual struggle against sin and self is worth it. We may become so caught… Continue reading A Fresh Glimpse of God’s Glory
Policewoman Fired for Refusing to Wear Pants
A Daily News Update from the editors of Charisma magazine Thursday, August 26, 1999 Vol. 1 No. 127 POLICEWOMAN FIRED FOR REFUSING TO WEAR PANTS An 18-year police officer has been fired because she refused to wear trousers on the job, arguing that… Continue reading Policewoman Fired for Refusing to Wear Pants
Access to the Cross
Access By Robert Stroup I’m glad to be a New Testament Christian! I’m glad because in this era our potential for fellowship with God has risen to a new level-a level not available to people in the Old Testament times. When receiving instructions for the Tabernacle, Moses was told, “thou shalt make a… Continue reading Access to the Cross
A Deeper Look at the Cross
A Deeper Look at the Cross By J. Mark Jordan “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ…” Galatians 6:14 The cross of Christ brings the two greatest opposite forces known to man-life and death-together into a single event. It makes both God and man do… Continue reading A Deeper Look at the Cross
Catholics Desire Pentecost
MIAMI HERALD – 2/6/2000 Headline: “CATHOLIC CHURCH ADJUSTS, Leaders seek new members:” I quote: “Life for us has to change” “In South Florida, Catholics continue to lose many Hispanics & Hatians to the tamborine-thumping, foot-tapping, bear-hugging ferver of small charismatic churches [including Pentecostals]”!!! “Internationally, Protestant churches are gaining ground in Catholic strongholds. There… Continue reading Catholics Desire Pentecost
When Should Denominations Plant Churches?
AT WHAT LEVEL SHOULD DENOMINATIONS BE INVOLVED IN STARTING NEW CONGREGATIONS? By George W. Bullard, Jr. The executive director of a regional denominational organization felt proud of the work his executive leaders did over the past year. They had identified and implemented three key leverage strategies that should significantly increase their ability to help their… Continue reading When Should Denominations Plant Churches?
Church Gains New Life with Outreach
Several outreaches have brought new life to a Wyoming church that almost closed its doors five years ago because only a few people attended the congregation. According to the Assemblies of God (AG) News, New Life Assembly of God in Buffalo, located in the north central part of Wyoming, now has a vibrant congregation of… Continue reading Church Gains New Life with Outreach