Pro-Life Group Debunks Abortion Poll

Lex »

Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:41 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

@Diana626: Of course it matters. You can't buy your way into heaven on a clean pro-life voting record, if's that what you mean. But it matters.

4000 children die in the womb every day in this country at the hands of people who thing that abortion is right. How can you say that doesn't matter? That's 4000 lives that God has named. That's 4000 evangelists, worship leaders, missionaries, pastors, etc. every day. Of course it matters.

Dallas Abortion Facilities Close after 18 Years of Prayer

Lex »

Fri Jun 27, 2008 9:49 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Typical of American Christians is our bickering over theology when we should be celebrating the goodness of God.

Report: Effective Christian Presence Making a Difference

Lex »

Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:51 pm Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

James 2:15-17//If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit? Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.

@pburwell - You make it sound like it's easy to do social work, while only a few good Christians are out "doing what Jesus told us to do" by preaching the gospel. I propose that it's easy to stand on a street corner and annoy passers-by with your theology, and hard to actually be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ in love.

I believe it was Dr King Jr who said, "You'll preach a better sermon with your life than with your lips." And Francis of Assisi is credited with "Preach the gospel at all times and if necessary use words."

The truth is, in our society, people write off (or worse) "Christians" who just want people to subscribe to our beliefs, but don't seem to care about people at all. They call us hypocrites, judgmental, and "too focused on getting converts." Christ calls us to love our neighbors - even our enemies - and to be the slave of all.

Doing social work opens doors and hearts to the gospel. If we're not transforming our local communities, we've failed.

Lord's Gym Boosts Health, Cuts Off Sin

Lex »

Tue Jun 10, 2008 9:36 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 1

Nice idea, but it kind of seems like a wasted opportunity to impact our culture. If they'd enforce a dress code, remove the TVs, and play Christian or just morally sound music, and leave it at that it seems more non-Christians would be comfortable attending.

Combining "prayer and push-ups" and using an overtly religious logo will probably keep non-Christians away more than it will encourage them to sign up. How can we impact our culture if we just continue to cloister ourselves? Why do we always set up programs and institutions that polarize "us" and "them?"

Thousands of Young Christians Adopt 'Humble Orthodoxy'

Lex »

Thu May 29, 2008 9:27 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

If we don't "spout off" about what we believe we can love people sacrificially all the way to their own damnation. That's not love. Being nice to someone's face, and serving someone's temporary/physical needs without telling them how to live a life alive in Christ (and avoid an eternity of torment) is not love.

Jesus served people, but He also pointed out their sin and led them to repentance and truth. People accused Him of a lot of things, but arrogance was not one of them. He spoke the truth with authority, and demonstrated humility with service.

Presbyterians Advertise to Reverse Declining Membership

Lex »

Thu May 22, 2008 9:21 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

If a community doesn't know that a local church is still there, something is wrong. You don't need more advertising, you need more love. Open a soup kitchen, adopt a highway, partner with a local crisis pregnancy center. Jesus said they'll know us by our love.

Pope Affirms Right to Convert Non-Believers to Christianity

Lex »

Mon May 19, 2008 9:39 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

Is it a duty or a joy? Do Catholics need to be told that it is okay, even important, to bring people to Christ?

Planned Parenthood Promotes Mother's Day Abortions, Draws Protests

Lex »

Mon May 12, 2008 9:27 am Agree: 3   Disagree: 1

The Bible doesn't say "Thou shalt not kill," it says "Thou shalt not murder." Ending the life of an innocent child is murder. Carrying out the punishment for a crime that was written into the law of the land when the criminal committed the crime is killing. Probably not the best solution, but not the same as murdering a child.

And life begins at conception. The Bible, medical texts, university professors, and a US Senate committee all agree. It's not a radical, pro-life, conservative Christian idea. It's the truth that the media and PP keep conveniently concealed: http://abort73.com/HTML/I-A-1-medical.html

Getting 'the Look' Over 'Going Green'

Lex »

Fri Apr 25, 2008 12:39 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

That's sad.

Every non-Christian we encounter like this walks away from us thinking we're calloused, sarcastic, and apathetic. Is that the image we're supposed to portray? Or are we supposed to demonstrate love and grace?

Why can't we talk to people who are excited about "going green" and use their love of creation to point them to the Creator? If Romans 1 is true and all creation testifies of God we should welcome these seamless introductions to the gospel with people we encounter.

Would the Church in the west rather be known as a bunch of lazy escapists, or as people who are actively caring for creation because we love the Creator?

Rap Stars Spread the Gospel, but is it a Mixed Message?

Lex »

Wed Apr 23, 2008 9:48 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 1

Being a Christian doesn't mean you don't sin anymore - everyone makes mistakes - but it means you try not to. It means you don't embrace a lifestyle that is contrary to God's Word. Talking about how important God is in your life, and then living a life that objectifies women and glorifies drugs is not the gospel.

Interesting that this study was recently released: http://www.parentstv.org/PTC/publications/reports/RapStudy/STUDYBET-MTV080410.pdf

Churches Get Green for Earth Day Sunday

Lex »

Tue Apr 22, 2008 9:38 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

God's first command to mankind was to care for creation. It's a shame that the Church in America is willing to give up her position as an advocate for the environment just because we're afraid of being associated with (sarcasm:) dirty liberals.

Earth Day is only humanist because the Church slacked off on our duty to tend and keep creation. Environmentalism is only a democratic/liberal "issue" because the Church let it become so. These types of issues are not distractions - they're the gospel. Romans 1 says that creation testifies of a good Creator. I say plant a tree with a humanist, and use the opportunity to be the love of Christ to that person too.

"Repent" for taking measures to preserve and restore the gift that God gave us? I think, rather, a lot of Christians need to be repenting for not appreciating what we've been given.

Church Sign Links Obama with Osama bin Laden

Lex »

Tue Apr 22, 2008 9:26 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

He wasn't trying to be political when he referenced a presidential candidate and a known terrorist in the same sentence? Gimme a break. I'm not saying he should take the sign down, but at least have a rational explanation for it.

Christians Clash at Jesus' Tomb on Orthodox Palm Sunday

Lex »

Tue Apr 22, 2008 9:19 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

Way to go guys. Nothing says "I've come to worship the risen King" like a fist fight.

Austria: Furor Over Jesus Orgy Drawing

Lex »

Mon Apr 14, 2008 9:35 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

What does an orgy have to do with being "concerned about suffering and mistreated people?" A self-described "communist and an atheist" is "more Christian than many people who go to church each Sunday?" If Hrdlicka really has a "burning interest" in the Bible he should read it.

I've got to say, I'm disgusted but not surprised at the etching. I'm disgusted AND surprised at the completely stupid comments being made.

Prominent Abortionist Attempts to Block Legal Proceedings

Lex »

Fri Apr 11, 2008 10:45 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

"Concerns over privacy, they argued, superseded any allegations of criminal activity."

What?! If my neighbor is accused of creating child pornography do the police investigate or do "concerns over privacy supersede" the allegations? If someone is suspected of running drugs out of his home, do "concerns over privacy supersede any allegations of criminal activity?"

Kids' Dress-Up Day Draws Christian Ire

Lex »

Mon Apr 07, 2008 3:45 pm Agree: 4   Disagree: 6

Way to make a mountain out of a molehill. Is it any surprise that non-Christians think we're sheltered and out-of-touch?

Megachurch Transforms Former Night Club into House of God

Lex »

Wed Mar 19, 2008 9:43 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

The New Testament also tells us not to forsake the assembling of the saints. No man can seek God on his own. But if you're ever in the northwest Chicago 'burbs, let me know and you can come visit our church. We stick to the Bible, and cast out demons as often as necessary.

Interview: Cultural Architect on Rethinking Church Methods, Not Gospel

Lex »

Tue Feb 05, 2008 6:42 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

The world and the word have a target in common: people. If parts of the world know more about speaking to, and communicating with, people, then the Church needs to start taking notes. This isn't our home, it's our mission field. You wouldn't move into a foreign mission field without learning a bit of the language, and something about the people and their culture.

And "Not Gospel" doesn't mean they're not using the gospel, 4Him. It means they're rethinking the methods, but not rethinking the gospel. Paul was all things to all people: he didn't write to the church in Corinth the same way he wrote to the church in Rome.

Churches Wary of NFL Policy Sack Super Bowl Parties

Lex »

Fri Feb 01, 2008 7:28 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 4

I understand some of us are keen to not be "of the world," but we are still "in the world." I can't think of anything that would alienate the Church in America more than screaming "REPENT!!" at a group of football fans. Good luck confronting anyone in love on Sunday evening unless you're at a Super Bowl party.

Because unless you're holed up in your prayer closet every moment of the day (and you're not), you too have hobbies or favorite movies or sporting events you enjoy when really - you could be at home reading your Bible. If nothing else, most of us Christians have made idols of our own self-righteousness.

Should Jesus have been in His quiet place rather than wasting time talking to a Samaritan woman at a well? Paul became "all things to all people" so that he might win a few. We need to be a little more willing to get our hands dirty to reach people.

I love prayer, and as a body I think we need to pray more. But don't get all holier-than-thou and miss out on a chance to hang out with unbelievers. Maybe you'll even manage to convince a couple that all Christians are not obnoxious, self-righteous, and boring.

Iranian Filmmaker's Islamic Jesus to Make TV Debut

Lex »

Fri Jan 18, 2008 8:02 am Agree: 3   Disagree: 0

"By making this film I wanted to make a bridge between Christianity and Islam, to open the door for dialogue since there is much common ground between Islam and Christianity,"

The only common ground are the characters involved. The cross IS the bridge. You can't deny it and try to build your own.

I hope this doesn't get a lot of publicity in America. The last thing we need is one more influence blurring the lines of faith.