About Marsha West

Marsha West is the owner and managing editor of Christian Research Network, Apprising Ministries (the late Ken Silva’s blog) and On Solid Rock Resources. She is also co-founder of Berean Research. For two decades Marsha was the owner and managing editor of Email Brigade website as well as the EMB News Report, a bi-weekly email report for conservative people of faith. For many years Marsha was a regular contributor to several blogs including CRN, RenewAmerica, News With Views and Web Commantary as well as popular websites she no longer endorses: American Family Association, Worldview Weekend, Stand Up For The Truth, The Christian Post and Christian Headlines. Although Marsha still blogs, her primary focus is CRN. Marsha also writes Research Papers (White Papers) on various topics that are published on CRN, Berean Research and On Solid Rock Resources. Visit Marsha’s other sites: On Solid Rock Resources https://www.onsolidrockresources.com/ Apprising Ministries http://apprising.org Marsha’s RenewAmerica Column http://renewamerica.com/columns/mwest Marsha’s Facebook Page http://facebook.com/marsha.west.77

Weed Is Literally Blowing Young Men’s Minds

Considering that each one of those cases is a life-altering tragedy for the victim and his family, it’s inexcusable for pot pushers to keep telling young people the stuff is “harmless.”

(Athena Thorne – PJ Media) Advocates for the legalization of cannabis across the country offer all sorts of comforting assertions about how harmless pot is. “Weed isn’t addictive,” or “Pot users aren’t violent,” they assure us. Neither of those claims is true, however. Continue reading

To My Friends Who Are No Longer Friends With Jesus

“What stood true two thousand years ago stands true today: there is a great enemy of your soul.”

(Tim Counts – For the Church) To my friends who are no longer friends with Jesus: I want you to know that if I am aware of you walking away from Jesus, I have prayed for you and even cried for you. A couple of years ago I was reading The Last Battle from C.S. Lewis’s “The Chronicles of Narnia” to our kids. I came across a passage that took my breath away and filled my eyes with tears. Tirian, the last king of Narnia, is meeting the former kings and queens of Narnia: Continue reading

Tim Keller Hospitalized: Wife Kathy Gives Bleak Cancer Update

(Protestia) Last year, Tim Keller gave an update on his ongoing health crisis, and it was encouraging but not without its challenges. Keller was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June 2020 but was taking positive steps toward recovery. This was excellent news, as the recovery rates are devastatingly low. According to John Hopkins Hospital, “The combined five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer—the percentage of all patients who are living five years after diagnosis—is meager at just 5 to 10 percent” because it is typically caught so late in the game. Continue reading

Game-changing witness emerges with crucial information that could alter Daniel Penny’s destiny…

“Mr. Neely’s mental health and violent tendencies were so serious that he was previously placed on a “Top 50” list of the most at risk homeless people in the city. Local outreach workers believed he was a potential threat to himself and others.”

(Revolver) A game-changing witness has emerged in the case of Daniel Penny. Mr. Penny, known as the Marine Subway Hero, is currently facing manslaughter charges after restraining Jordan Neely, a violent homeless man who passed away in the process. According to this bombshell witness, on that fateful day aboard a New York City subway train, Mr. Neely, a career criminal, made threats to kill people before Mr. Penny intervened to subdue him…. Continue reading

Washington Post Won’t Return Fake Pulitzer, ‘Stands By’ Russia Reporting

“The media’s goal had nothing to do with the truth and everything to do with coordinating a coup with the FBI against a legally-elected American president.”

(John Nolte – Breitbart) Both the far-left New York Times and Washington Post refuse to return Pulitzers for spreading the lie former President Trump colluded with Russia to win the 2016 presidential election.

Would Hitler return a fake Pulitzer? Continue reading

Hunter Biden case takes stark twist with allegation of retaliation against IRS whistleblower

“Lawyers for whistleblower disclose to lawmakers sudden move, raise concerns of obstruction of congressional probe.”

(John Solomon – Just the News) The Justice Department removed an IRS whistleblower and his entire team from the criminal investigation of Hunter Biden’s taxes in what his lawyers described to Congress on Monday as an act of retaliation and possible obstruction of congressional inquiries, according to correspondence to lawmakers obtained by Just the News. Continue reading

Durham Releases Russia Hoax Report Containing Bombshells

(Katie Pavlich – Townhall) Special Counsel John Durham, who was tapped by former Attorney General Bill Barr in May 2019 to get to the bottom of why the FBI launched a probe into the Trump 2016 campaign and Trump administration for “Russian collusion,” has finally issued a 306-page report on the matter.

“The objective facts show that the FBI’s handling of important aspects of the Crossfire Hurricane matter were seriously deficient,” Durham wrote. “Based on the review of Crossfire Hurricane and related intelligence activities, we conclude that the (Justice) Department and FBI failed to uphold their important mission of strict fidelity to the law in connection with certain events and activities described in this report.” Continue reading

False Teacher, Rick Warren Becomes First ‘Honorary Chancellor’ of Spurgeon’s College

“Rick Warren’s Purpose-Driven philosophy is a subtle yet insidious danger to biblical Christianity. It replaces Christ-centered living with self-focused purpose-finding, a move that not only deviates from but directly opposes the teachings of Spurgeon. This is not a mere divergence in philosophy; it is a fundamental misalignment with biblical truth.”

(The Dissenter) Founded in 1856 by Charles Haddon Spurgeon, the ‘Prince of Preachers’, Spurgeon’s College in Croydon, London, historically has upheld a legacy of evangelical Christianity. Its founding mission: to train individuals in faithful Gospel proclamation. For nearly two centuries, it has produced generations of Christian leaders grounded in biblical truth, earning a reputation for theological depth and integrity, until recently. Continue reading

See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil

“Paul knew he was a sinner. He wasn’t perfect. He says so in Phil 3:12. He needed the grace of God as much in his sixties as when he was first saved. In fact, over time it appears he recognized how much more he needed it than he ever first believed.”

(Harry Anderson – The Cripplegate) There are twin dangers that we face as believers. The first danger is in viewing sin too highly. The second danger is in seeing sin too lowly. I have seen both errors within Christ’s church… and I have seen them both within myself. There is a fine line that we walk in this life, and it’s easy to fall on one side or the other. Continue reading

At Least 5 Whistleblowers Come Forward Against Biden Family

(Wendell Husebo – Breitbart) At least five whistleblowers have come forward to allege wrongdoing by the Biden family in connection with business schemes and corresponding coverups.

The whistleblowers are in addition to the multitude of witnesses that Republican members of Congress have interviewed behind closed doors.

The whistleblowers range from an IRS agent to an Obama administration stenographer, encompassing alleged corruption in Ukraine and Mexico, along with the FBI and DOJ. Continue reading

Teachers Get Their Due Two Years After School System Fires Them for Not Getting Vaxxed

(Chris Queen – PJ Media) When the COVID-19 vaccines emerged, the narrative started out as a suggestion that people get should the vaccines (and what would apparently become endless boosters) in order to protect themselves and maybe even save lives. Then, the rallying cry turned to the assertion that getting the vaccine was the right thing to do. You didn’t dare ask questions or express reservations about the vaccines; the expectation was that everyone would just do his or her part. Continue reading

Target Targets Children With Homosexual Pride Gear for Infants, Babies, Toddlers, and Children

(The Dissenter) In the Book of Proverbs, it is written, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6). Yet, as we cast our gaze upon the world today, we find a sharp deviation from this wisdom, an alarming departure from the traditional tenets of morality and the sanctity of childhood. We have become witness to a society that insists on immersing even its youngest in its fervent pursuit of rampant hedonism and societal self-indulgence. Continue reading

Massive outpouring of GiveSendGo support for Daniel Penny… Soros-prosecutors must be sweating bullets…

“It’s a challenging situation because nowadays, the majority of people tend to be bystanders who choose to capture acts of violence on their cell phones rather than stepping up as selfless heroes.”

(Revolver) Daniel Penny, the 24-year-old young man we’ve dubbed the “Marine Subway Hero,” turned himself into New York authorities on Friday after he heroically saved an entire subway train from a violent, mentally ill madman named Jordan Neely.

A massive outpouring of support on GiveSendGo must have the Soros prosecutors working this case sweating. As of publication, the legal fund has already raised a stunning $736,251. Continue reading

The Pentecostalization of Christian Worship

“Each of these three represent a break from historic Christian worship, which emphasized  both beauty and simplicity, maintained a Gospel-shaped worship service, and sought a carefully planned, corporate, and Appollonian expression of worship.”

(David de Bruyn – Religious Affections) It’s hardly disputable that global Christianity has been overwhelmed and colonized by the Pentecostal and charismatic movements. After Roman Catholicism, the Christianity identified variously as charismatic, Pentecostal, Prosperity Gospel, or Latter Rain (with all its permutations and differences) makes up by far the largest percentage of what is classified as Christian. In just over 100 years since its beginnings in Azusa Street, California, it has come to dominate Christianity, and particularly the Christianity spreading in the Global South and South-east. The growing and new-born Christianity in South America, Africa, and south-east Asia is overwhelmingly of the Pentecostal kind. Continue reading

Half the Country’s Governors Unite to Defend Women’s Sports Against Biden’s Title IX Rewrite

(Spencer Brown – Townhall) Once again, Biden’s abdication of strong leadership to protect Americans’ way of life at the federal level means state leaders are stepping in to fight for common sense.

This time, America’s governors are responding to the Biden administration’s announcement of new Title IX rules that expand the definition of “discrimination” to include “gender identity” in a move which would prevent educational institutions from protecting female athletes and women’s sports. Essentially, it would require schools and colleges receiving federal funds from requiring student athletes to play on teams for their biological sex. Continue reading

The Lauren Daigle Songs You Sing in Your Church Were Written by a Homosexual

(The Dissenter) Perhaps your memory stretches back to 2018, when the acclaimed Christian musician, Lauren Daigle, found herself at the center of a maelstrom? Her notoriety was not merely the result of her “angelic voice,” but her intriguing venture onto the openly lesbian Ellen DeGeneres show. To discerning Christians, her appearance was nothing more than an ill-conceived attempt to curry favor with left-wing sympathizers—she simply dismissed the Scriptures to promote herself and her music. Continue reading

Federal Judge Moves Against Biden Administration Just Moments Before Title 42 Expires

“In a statement, per the Los Angeles Times, Customs and Border Protection claimed the judge’s ruling would make its immigration detention facilities too crowded.”

(Richard Moorhead – The Western Journal) A federal judge is throwing a wrench into President Joe Biden’s immigration policy as the southern border veers on the brink of chaos.

Judge T. Kent Wetherell II issued a two-week restraining order on the Biden administration on Thursday night, according to Fox News. Continue reading

North Point Church Baptizes Openly Transgender Man, After Giving Blessing to Transition?

(Protestia) Elaine Scott is a long-time North Point Community Church pastor, her involvement dating back nearly 30 years. From Membership & Baptism Coordinator to Care Ministry Coordinator, she’s now the Director of Women’s Groups at Woodstock City Church. Last year she led a 4-week study through the book of Psalms and she preaches every now and then.

Woodstock City Church (WCC) is one of the eight multisite churches North Point Community Church operates, just off Ridgewalk Pkwy in Woodstock, GA…. Continue reading

Disney+ Subscriptions Plummet by 4 Million as Studio Keeps Pushing Transgender, Drag Queen Content

Disney+’s Marvel series Loki recently revealed that its title character is “gender fluid.” The  animated Disney+series Baymax features a transgender “man” who menstruates and gives advice on which maxi pad to buy — “the one with wings.”

(David Ng – Breitbart) Disney+ subscriptions experienced a steep drop off during the first three months of 2023, with the woke streaming service losing a whopping 4 million customers globally. Overall, Disney’s streaming business continues to bleed money with no sign of profitability in sight. Continue reading

CNN issues statement in defense of Kaitlan Collins and its town hall with Trump

“Suddenly, show hosts and liberal pundits who have been on vacation from their fact-checking skills during Biden’s administration decided it was time to counter every statement Trump made. They came to the defense of the woman who accused Trump of sexual assault but ignored Tara Reade’s accusations against Biden…Joe Biden lies every time he speaks yet they never acknowledge that. That’s just Joe.”

(Karen Townsand – Hot Air) CNN hosted a town hall with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump Wednesday night. CNN morning show host Kaitlan Collins was the moderator. The event was the first of many campaign events to come. CNN was outmatched. Continue reading

Julie Kelly Predicts Donald Trump Will Be Imprisoned Pending Trial

“I can see [prosecutor] Jack Smith seeking pretrial detention for Donald Trump, which is exactly what they’ve done in every defendant who’s been charged with seditious conspiracy.”

(Mary Dowling – Independent Sentinel) Julie Kelly predicts Donald Trump will be charged and imprisoned pending trial for seditious conspiracy among other charges.

Julie Kelly, Editor of American Greatness, has been highly critical of the Proud Boys trial and conviction, calling it a Kangaroo Court. They face 20 years in prison for seditious conspiracy and another 20 for obstruction based mostly on texts and other communications. Continue reading

Investigative Journalist James O’Keefe Exposes Massive Democrat Election Fraud!

“James O’Keefe is one of the last true investigative journalists of our time. Tucker Carlson is yet another. Both of these men were released from their positions shortly after they exposed the criminal fraud perpetrating this country these days.”

(Mark S. Schwendau) James O’Keefe was the founder of the Project Veritas organization, famous for hidden camera “gotcha” interviews of people suspected of knowing things that are detrimental. This past February, he was dismissed from the non-profit he founded for allegedly being cruel to staffers and spending “an excessive amount of donor funds in the last three years on personal luxuries.” Continue reading

Self-Described Apostle Makes Absurd Claims About Spiritual Pregnancy: A Biblical Refutation of NAR Theology

(The Dissenter) NAR False Prophet, Jim Raley, while preaching at Ark Fellowship in Kannapolis, NC, says that God told him that the audience was “pregnant” and that they need to be prepared to “push” because they’re getting ready to “birth” something.

How stupid. The fact that anyone is willing to sit under such nonsense is a complete disaster and an indictment on not only the spiritual state of these lost souls, but the intellect of people in general. Continue reading

J6 Jackals Circle Trump

“The verdicts and rhetoric surrounding J6 trials are leading to one goal: the arrest and prosecution of Donald Trump”

(Julie Kelly – American Greatness) In 2002, David Frum, chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush, coined the phrase “axis of evil” to describe the despotic regimes of North Korea, Iran, and Iraq during the nascent stages of the global war on terror.

Today, Frum is warning the country about a different axis of evil that he believes similarly threatens the security of America and perhaps even the world: Donald Trump, the Oath Keepers, and the Proud Boys. Continue reading