Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron … (1 Timothy 4:1-2) Lately there has been a sharp increase in people departing from the Christian faith. With this has come the rise of terms like “deconstructing,” “ex-vangelical,” or the “Nones.” While some quietly leave the church, others proudly declare they are Continue Reading
Global Ministry Opportunities
We continue to be so blessed to counsel and equip people all over the world in one way or another. For a couple of years now Mark has been meeting via Skype with people on all continents (except Antarctica, which has become one of his goals in life). What is more, our material is also being used by people (missionaries, pastors, and lay people) to minister and equip other people in different countries and continents. In fact, each year we give away thousands of dollars in material to spread Continue Reading
Top Ten Reasons To Run From The Enneagram
Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. (Colossians 2:8) Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. (1 John 4:1) Examining The Enneagram For the past few years, the Enneagram has been steadily increasing in popularity, including within the Continue Reading
True Joy and Peace
Though now you do not see Him, yet believing, you rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, receiving the end of your faith—the salvation of your souls. [ 1 Peter 1:8-9 ] What is joy? While every single human being wants joy, few seem to have it. So what are the right and wrong understandings of joy, and how can we get true joy? Furthermore, how can we know this joy while avoiding the counterfeits our flesh and the world’s wisdom have to offer? While joy is a supremely desired Continue Reading