Objection is often raised even by some sound in the faith-regarding the exposure of error as being entirely negative and of no real edification. Of late, the hue and cry has been against any and all negative teaching. But the brethren who assume this attitude forget that a large part of the New Testament, both […]

By Christian Research Network correspondent Mike Ratilff of Possessing the Treasure This is a repost of an original article on Possessing the Treasure 2 καὶ ἐζήτουν οἱ ἀρχιερεῖς καὶ οἱ γραμματεῖς τὸ πῶς ἀνέλωσιν αὐτόν, ἐφοβοῦντο γὰρ τὸν λαόν. (Luke 22:2 NA27) 2And the Chief Priests and the Scribes were seeking how they might destroy him for they were afraid of […]

Through the fad of corrupt Contemplative Spirituality/Mysticism, with its do-it-yourself mythology, syncretism is now beginning to rule the evangelical roost and with it a veritable Iceberg of Apostasy is slowly surfacing. For example, the other day Apprising Ministries brought to your attention something which is known as “creational monotheism” in Dr. Gerry Breshears Endorses Evangelical Polytheist Pastor John Mark […]

Apprising Ministries reminds you that president Barack Obama lead the way as a couple of weeks ago would Military leaders lift ban on women in combat roles: U.S. military leaders on Thursday formally lifted the ban on women serving in combat positions, with Defense Secretary Leon Panetta saying women have become an “integral part” of the military […]

Question: “What is polytheism?” Answer: Polytheism is the belief that there are many gods. Breaking the word down, “poly” comes from the Greek word for “many,” and “theism” from the Greek word for “God.” Polytheism has perhaps been the dominant theistic view in human history. The best-known example of polytheism in ancient times is Greek/Roman mythology […]

By Christian Research Network Associate Editor Erin Benziger of Do Not Be Surprised… This is a repost of an original article on Do Not Be Surprised… Each year, Alpha Course director Nicky Gumbel hosts a leadership conference at his home church of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) in London. Well-known and charismatic leaders from various walks of life and differing […]

Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it. It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it. (Luke 13:18-19) Some […]

Apprising Ministries has often talked about this verse as it applies in our narcissistic time — For people will be lovers of self (2 Timothy 3:2). There is certainly an element of pride within it. However, the spiritual deceptions of Contemplative Spirituality/Mysticism and the parallel signs and wonders movement have brought out another result: Man has fallen in love with himself. […]

In Biblical Refutation Of Evangelical Pastor John Mark Comer’s Polytheism here at Apprising Ministries I told you that in our time we are, sadly, watching the implosion of the mainstream of the evangelical community. Sadly, doctrinal distinctives are crumbling quickly. Within that earlier piece I uncovered for you how this came to be and how, because they’re wary of […]

Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body’s sake, which is the church. (Colossians 1:24) Affliction frequently opens truths to us and opens us to the truth—I know not which of these two is the more difficult. Experience […]