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Is The Covid-19 Vaccine Mandate Of God? Or Is It Evil?

Did you know the Word of God (the Christian Bible) speaks directly against what governments are doing with Covid-19 vaccine mandates? Get the facts here

¿Viene de Dios el mandato de vacuna contra el Covid-19? O ¿acaso es malo?

¿Sabía que la Palabra de Dios (la Biblia cristiana) condena de manera directa lo que los gobiernos están haciendo a través de los mandatos de vacuna contra el Covid-19? Obtenga los hechos aquí.


 

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Should A Christian Practice Yoga Or Pilates? The Shocking Truth

Perhaps you practice yoga for health reasons, or to reduce stress. But, do you really know the diabolical goal of any form or style of yoga, including pilates? Get your answers here

La verdad espeluznante sobre el yoga revelada por la Biblia cristiana

Quizás practiques yoga por motivos de salud o para reducir el estrés. Pero, ¿realmente conoces el objetivo diabólico de cualquier forma o estilo de yoga, incluido el pilates? Obten tus respuestas aquí.


Communicating With The Dead: Learn The Shocking Truth

The spirit you think is mom, dad, or some other loved one from beyond the grave is NOT your loved one. But, what about the "proof" that the living can indeed talk to the dead? Let God's Word open your eyes to a deception that is pure evil. Read Spirits Of The Deceased

Comunicarse con los muertos: La impactante verdad

El espíritu que parece ser tu madre, padre o algún otro ser querido tuyo desde el más allá NO es tu ser querido. Pero, ¿qué hay de "la prueba" de que los vivos pueden comunicarse con los muertos? Permite que la Palabra de Dios te abra los ojos para que veas el engaño que es de la maldad pura. Te invitamos a leer ¿Están los muertos entre los vivos?

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Capital Punishment Is Sanctioned By The Bible

Christians and believers in the Bible, the Word of God calls for the death penalty for first degree murder, rape, and other acts of violence. The Bible tells us to behold the goodness AND the severity of God whose Word--including in the New Testament--does NOT speak against capital punishment Read the scriptural proof now.

La Biblia sanciona la pena capital

Cristianos y creyentes en la Biblia, la Palabra de Dios pide la pena de muerte para el asesinato en primer grado, la violación y otros actos de violencia. La Biblia nos dice que contemplemos la bondad Y la severidad de Dios, cuya Palabra -incluso en el Nuevo Testamento- NO habla en contra de la pena capital. Lea ahora la prueba bíblica.


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The Bible on Sensationalism And Charismatic Leadership

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Is there any harm in Christian charismatic leadership? Most everyone will agree that having some charisma in one's personality is desirable. This same thought tends to prevail among many Christian leaders and their followers in matters of the gospel which are often pushed back in favor of charismatic leadership.

Christian preachers, teachers, and ministers, famous and unknown, often seek to entertain their audience as they deliver their sermons and Bible lessons. Jokes are told, statements are made to incite laughter and tantalizing, attention-getting keywords are employed to shock listeners in order to have their full attention. Facial expressions, body posture, and movements along with the often unnecessary raising of the voice all play a part in the performances of many who are considered Christian leaders. Such people include pastors, Sunday school teachers, television evangelists, and many others with positions of leadership within the church. Sensationalism is also seen among Christian writers.

Is there any harm in one's sermon, Bible lesson or Christian article containing sensationalism? Is there anything wrong with a Christian preacher, teacher, or author taking a charismatic approach in the delivery of the gospel message to others? According to biblical scripture, there's plenty of harm that can be done in the life of not only the Christian leader but also of his audience.

Each side would do well to ask himself a few questions to evaluate his real intentions. This is biblical instruction from the scripture of 1 Corinthians 11:28 which reads, "...let a man examine himself...."

The apostle Paul said that he was given a messenger of Satan, known as his "thorn in the flesh", to buffet him so that he wouldn't be lifted up in pride (2 Corinthians 12:7). Paul received many revelations directly from God. It is his writings that teach the Christian more about the meaning of the work of Jesus than those of the other apostles. God knew the danger of self-pride taking root in Paul which would have surely been his downfall.

There's a joke that speaks of the irony of the fact that there are many Christian leaders who are very proud of how humble they are. In the examination of oneself, the Christian leader may ask himself if his true intent is to give glory to God in the delivery of his sermon or lesson, or glory to himself. Each member of the audience of that same charismatic and sensational leader may ask himself if his true intent is to learn the word of God or to be entertained.

There's always spiritual harm to be done when one is in opposition to the will of God. To use the gospel to entertain or to be entertained is not in agreement with the scriptures. Every true preacher of the gospel should be able to declare in sincerity the same that the apostle Paul and those who accompanied him declared. In 1 Thessalonians 2:4-6, Paul wrote, "but as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God which trieth our hearts. For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness. God is our witness. Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others...."
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Sorry but I think you have missed the point of this article, you are 100% right of course but you make it seem like it is ONLY the charismatic’s that do things for their own power and glory. I am a charismatic Christian and I know that when I go to church I do NOT go for the entertainment or fun and I know for a fact that my pastor also does not do things for his glory. I also know 7th day Adventists and Roman Catholics that do exactly what you say, not in the “fun” way but more by manipulating the word to get there response. So if you could write all future articles without assumptions that would be great.Mat
by: MAT
Posted on 2011-03-16 12:32:29


To Mat:

Where in the article is there any specific mention of the Charismatic church? The word "charismatic" was clearly used as an adjective. This is why we said "charismatic leadership." That describes a TYPE of leadership, NOT leadership in a specific denomination. When people become defensive, they perceive all kinds of "attacks" and criticism that do not exist. Confusing an adjective with a noun is what is missing the point. This is why even the world says, "If the shoe doesn't fit, don't worry about wearing it."
by: Heavenly Manna
Posted on 2011-03-16 16:16:33


I couldn't agree more, Heavenly Manna. There is absolutely complete and full truth to what you write above. This behavior brings about the FALSE GOSPEL and the lies that are told with the twisting of scripture, so as to get one to react favorably to their cause (which is nothing more agendas with wicked motives) We have to call it what it is. People love their ears tickled, so much so that they are defensive when they are not CLEAN. SMH!
by: truthgirl
Posted on 2015-02-06 07:27:01


To: truthgirl

Thank you for taking the time to share your comments on this article. Yes, you are correct. Anyone who deliberately twists Scripture, borders on presenting a false gospel. It is sad. But, it is taking place.
by: Heavenly Manna
Posted on 2015-02-06 10:13:05


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