Devotion/Study “The Watered-Down Church” – 03/02/2026

Today’s study addresses the ongoing compromise of the Gospel of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in most churches. I say most, because how many churches today preach repentance over acceptance? How many preach the wrath of God towards sinners alongside His love for His chosen? The true Gospel is about Christ alone, not about … More Devotion/Study “The Watered-Down Church” – 03/02/2026

Devotional Thought – Asking Jesus? – 04/30/2024

The idea for this post came after speaking with a good friend the other day regarding his stepfather who had passed away recently. His dad was a committed life-long Catholic, and near the end, my friend asked him “Do you accept Jesus into your heart”? His positive response gave my friend confidence that he would … More Devotional Thought – Asking Jesus? – 04/30/2024

Devotional Thought -“Liberalism” – 03/21/2024

Liberalism (theological). Movement in Protestant theology since the nineteenth century that is dominated by the goal of modifying Christianity so as to make it consistent with modern culture and science. Liberalism rejects the traditional view of Scripture as an authoritative propositional revelation from God in favor of a view that sees revelation as a record … More Devotional Thought -“Liberalism” – 03/21/2024

Devotional Thought – “Jesus did/said What😕?” – 02/13/2024

*Internet issues again so delayed posting As everyone who reads these posts or knows me personally, I am a H U G E advocate of CONTEXT is everything, especially when one is showcasing scripture. You also know I had no interest in the Super Bowl or most professional sports at all. So when a friend … More Devotional Thought – “Jesus did/said What😕?” – 02/13/2024

Why do Some Pastors Deliberately Avoid Teaching Doctrine?

December 30, 2022, Jim Elliff I have been involved in leading churches for four decades, with an emphasis on church planting in the last few years. I’ve also visited and addressed hundreds of churches around the world and have had the privilege of meeting thousands of Christian leaders. Through this time I’ve watched an unintentional … More Why do Some Pastors Deliberately Avoid Teaching Doctrine?

Our Culture Needs…

Our Culture Needs Less Beth Moore And More Jonathan Edwards Our society does not suffer from too much awareness of its own depravity and need for God. Hyperbolic evangelical lady-preacher Beth Moore found herself at odds with celebrated theologian and First Great Awakening giant Jonathan Edwards over the weekend and concluded Edwards must be the … More Our Culture Needs…