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

Should Christians Participate in Halloween? 7 Scriptures to Consider (Reprise)

Is it appropriate for evangelicals to celebrate Halloween? Some say “absolutely not” while others say “what’s the big deal anyway?” Bible study author, speaker and podcaster Michelle Lesley goes right to the scriptures to help Bible believing Christians make their decision. She writes:

Since there is no specific Bible verse that says, “Thou shalt/shalt not participate in Halloween and its related activities,” this is an area of Christian liberty that must be decided by each individual or couple on the basis of scriptural principles and prayer. If there are Halloween activities available to you that do not violate scriptural principles or your conscience or cause you to become a stumbling block to someone weaker in the faith (which may even be your spouse or child), you are free to participate in those aspects of Halloween.

Here are some Scriptures and principles that may be of help as you make your decision: Continue reading

Reasonable Voters

“The top ten most important considerations for reasonable voters.  Click and save.  Spread them around.”

(Bill O’Reilly) This column is written for clear-thinking individuals who need a concise primer on the presidential candidates….let’s begin with an honest assessment of where Trump and Harris REALLY stand. We will bullet point the fact-based data.

Government Spending: Huge issue few care about.  Kamala Harris will increase the already massive entitlement giveaways that will eventually bankrupt the country.

Donald Trump is a big spender as well, especially in military situations.  $35 trillion in debt, heading to $40 trillion, no matter who wins. Continue reading

The Fallout From Biden Calling Trump Supporters ‘Garbage’ Is Huge

“President Trump is backed by Latinos, Black voters, union workers, angel moms, law enforcement officers, border patrol agents, and Americans of all faiths — and Harris, Walz, and Biden have labeled these great Americans as fascists, Nazis, and now, garbage.”

(Matt Margolis – PJ Media) Honestly, could you think of a better way for Joe Biden to suck the oxygen out of her “closing statement” speech than to call millions of Americans who support Donald Trump “garbage?” Continue reading

Trump’s Spiritual Advisors are Vultures, and Yes, We Should be Concerned

NAR – rotten fruit!

“While Evangelicals should fiercely denounce these distortions of the gospel and those who spread them, an alternative that veers sharply leftward to someone like Kamala Harris isn’t a solution. In fact, it’s not an option at all. While Trump’s spiritual team is deeply disturbing, remember, these principalities have no power over the Church and these gatekeepers of Hell will not prevail over Christ’s bride.”

(The Dissenter) Under a heavy sky, they circle—their black wings slicing the air in slow, silent anticipation. The vultures descend, talons stretched, to settle upon the rotting remains of faith laid bare in the dust. Their beaks are sharp and unforgiving, tearing into the sinews of souls too numb to resist, gnawing on the dried marrow of hope once held sacred. Continue reading

Something Strange and Wonderful is Happening with Young Men

“Have you noticed a strange trend where prominent men are expressing appreciation for the Christian faith? I’m not saying these men have become born-again believers, but they seem to be hungry for something more than our fake, plastic world of gimmicks and marketing can offer.”

(Michael Clary – Real Truth Media) Have you noticed how many well-known men are expressing interest in Christianity lately?

I’m not talking about Christians. I’m talking about non-Christians who are discovering that all the freedoms and blessings of Western society, which are being attacked and undermined at every turn, came from Christianity…. Continue reading

There’s Something Weird Going On With the Media Coverage of Kamala Harris and Her Marxist Father

“Did you know the Stanford Daily (Stanford’s student newspaper) described Professor Harris as a “Marxist economist” and said he’s teaching “radical political economics”?

(Scott Pinsker – PJ Media) Question for the American people:

How well do you know Kamala Harris?

We know Donald Trump extremely well. Not to wax all Eastwoodian, but when it comes to Trump, we already know the good, the bad, and the ugly. We know all about McDonald’s, the divorces, the money, the accusations, the successes, and the hair.

He’s transparent. Continue reading

Christianity Today Refuses To Endorse Kamala Harris, Encourages Christians Not To Vote

“This is a sign of how badly Kamala Harris is campaigning as an attempt to co-opt the Evangelical vote is failing, so they are resorting to suppression.”

(Ray Fava – Evangelical Dark Web) Christianity Today is one of the most liberal outlets posing as Christian. It has a particularly egregious history of recognizing the faith of Democrats, including Pete Buttigieg the homosexual, and Kamala Harris back in August. Several members of the organization Evangelicals For Harris are connected to Christianity Today. Evangelicals For Harris was founded to subvert the Evangelical voting bloc and has a lot of money backing it…. Continue reading

Why Satan Wants You to Think You’re Alone

Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you” (1 Pet 5:6-7). Isn’t that peculiar advice? What is the connection between Satan’s attacks, humbling ourselves, and casting our anxieties on God? Peter puts his finger on our Achilles heel that Satan goes after: anxieties that drive us away from God and community and toward ourselves.

(John Beeson – The Bee Hive) “I’m sure no one has ever told you this.”

“It’s so bad. You are going to think terrible things about me.”

“Everyone would hate me if they knew what I was thinking.”

“There is no one who loves me for me.”

I’ve heard each of these helpless words from those who sat on the couch in my office. They are raw, vulnerable, and heartbreaking confessions…. Continue reading

The Ordeal and Triumph of Mr. Netanyahu

“Netanyahu struck before the election. That sent a message that even if Harris were to be elected, neither she nor Biden in the next few months will veto Israeli strategic options. (And the strike also reminded American voters that the current administration turned a calm Middle East into an inferno). …The surreal aspect of the Netanyahu retaliatory tour is that he has done more to neutralize European and American enemies—with decades of Western blood on their hands—than NATO, the CIA, the FBI, and Interpol combined, and yet more often received rebuke rather than gratitude.”

(Victor Davis Hanson – Victor Davis Hanson) After the October 7 massacres, the obituaries of the long political career of Benjamin Netanyahu, published both in Israel and in the West, became orthodox. He was considered as politically inert as Donald Trump once was after January 6, 2021. Continue reading

Biden DOJ fights election integrity efforts with lawsuits across the country ahead of the election

“Let’s be clear about what just happened: only eleven days before a Presidential election, a federal judge ordered Virginia to reinstate over 1,500 individuals – who self-identified themselves as noncitizens – back onto the voter rolls.”

(Natalia Mittelstadt – Just the News) The Biden administration’s Department of Justice is suing states and towns across the country in an effort to thwart election integrity measures ahead of the presidential election, resulting in pushback from election integrity advocates. Continue reading

Worst. Nazi. Rally. Ever.

“The only Nazi symbols you saw at all came courtesy of the Democrats.”

(Matt Margolis – PJ Media) When Donald Trump’s campaign announced plans for a rally at Madison Square Garden, Democrats and their media allies knew they had a problem. Trump was going to pack the house on their turf. So they wasted no time pushing the tired Hitler narrative and claimed that the choice of venue was an homage to a pro-Nazi rally held there in 1939.

It wasn’t just liberals in the media pushing this narrative, either. Hillary Clinton accused Trump of “actually re-enacting the Madison Square Garden rally in 1939.” Continue reading

Trump Had an Epic Interview with Joe Rogan. Here Are Some Highlights.

(Matt Margolis – PJ Media) On Friday, Joe Rogan sat down with former President Donald Trump for a candid three-hour interview, which was posted late that evening. The conversation was free-flowing and unrestricted, allowing for a deep dive into various topics. In contrast, sources reveal that Kamala Harris declined to participate in her own interview, due to strict limitations she wanted on what could be discussed. This stark difference highlights a significant divide: Trump scored a key interview that showcased a relaxed and engaging exchange, while Harris opted out, leaving questions about her openness. Continue reading

Fr. Vigano Warns Catholics Not to Vote for ‘Infernal Monster’ Harris

“The former archbishop went on to blast Kamala Harris as a George Soros “puppet,” who is controlled by former President Barack Obama and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.”

(Mary Dowling) The New York Post reports former Vatican Ambassador Archbishop Carlo Vigano encouraged Catholics not to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris, referring to her as “an infernal monster who obeys Satan.”

On Tuesday, he published a fiery open letter to Catholics, declaring that voting for VP Harris would be a “grave sin.” Continue reading

BREAKING: Israeli Strikes on Iran Are Underway

(Katie Pavlich – Townhall) Israel’s retaliatory strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran are officially underway as explosions rock different parts of the country Friday night. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the news shortly after the strikes began – nuclear sites and oil fields were not targets.

“In response to months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran against the State of Israel—right now the Israel Defense Forces is conducting precise strikes on military targets in Iran. The regime in Iran and its proxies in the region have been relentlessly attacking Israel since October 7th—on seven fronts—including direct attacks from Iranian soil,” an IDF spokesperson released in a statement on X….

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Babylon Bee vs Joel Webbon, Auron MacIntyre

(Ray Fava – Evangelical Dark Web) Justin Peters canceled the Babylon Bee in 2022 over their interview with Elon Musk where they jokingly treated Elon Musk as a believer because he accepted the “golden rule” and showed appreciation for the teachings of Jesus. Believing that they blew it, Justin Peters stated that he would not share another Babylon Bee article no matter how funny. In that interview, Elon Musk was more interested in talking about Jesus and the Bible than a Christian ministry. Musk seemingly has unanswered questions, but no attempt was made to answer them. They instead laughed them off. Justin Peters’s decision would age well as the Babylon Bee has only descended from that point. Continue reading

Former Reformed Podcaster-turned-feminist, Aimee Byrd, Ordains Herself and Officiates Her Brother’s Wedding

“It was subtle at first, only noticed by those pesky “discernment blogs” of the 20-teens who had nothing better to do than to “nitpick” at everything and “cause division” in the body of Christ.” 

(The Dissenter) Once a co-host of the popular Reformed podcast The Mortification of Spin, alongside Carl Trueman and Todd Pruitt, Aimee Byrd seemed to be aligned with these self-proclaimed champions of Reformed theology. But it didn’t take long before this seemingly orthodox voice in the conservative Reformed world unraveled in spectacular fashion. Continue reading

‘No Concessions’: Kamala Harris’s Alarming Response to Religious Freedom on Abortion

Baby at 15 weeks. babycenter screenshot

“There are no two ways about it. Kamala Harris utterly fails to understand the American project. She is not only anti-Constitution and anti-American. She is anti-human. She has revealed her religion for all to see, and it isn’t in keeping with the spirit of the American founding.”

(Colin Smothers – Real Truth Media) Kamala Harris is the most radical candidate ever to seek the office of President of the United States, but with less than two weeks to go until election day, she has been racing to downplay or reverse nearly every progressive policy position she has held in a cynical play for moderates, independents, and even religiously-minded voters. However, in a recently televised interview with NBC News, the mask slipped, and a Molech-worshipping totalitarian peered out from behind. Continue reading

The hit piece in The Atlantic is part of a psy-op designed to provoke a third assassination attempt and justify mass post-election violence.

“This is not just the normal heated rhetoric that comes out in the final weeks of a close presidential election. This is something else. It is at least a tacit call for violent resistance, for insurrection, and even for a third assassination attempt against Trump.”

(John Daniel Davidson – The Federalist) The outlandish hit piece on Donald Trump published this week by Jeffery Goldberg at The Atlantic, which was immediately denied on the record by all the people who were in the room with Trump, isn’t just a shoddy smear that would never have passed muster in a newsroom 20 years ago. Continue reading

Book Report: ‘Discerning the Voice of God’ by Priscilla Shirer

(Nick Peters – Deeper Waters) Should we expect to hear the voice of God? Let’s plunge into the Deeper Waters and find out.

My boss at the Post Office was surprised when I told her that hearing the voice of God is not a part of normative Christian living. It hasn’t been for centuries. It’s only been in more recent times that Christians have been convinced they are hearing the voice of God and that this is what everyone is supposed to do.

Someday, I would like to know where it started. Continue reading

It is Time for Christian Parents to Completely Abandon Disney for Good

“What’s most frustrating about it is that so many Christian parents still just don’t get it, or don’t care. They’ve let nostalgia for the Disney of their youth cloud their judgment. After all, how could the same company that gave us The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast possibly be leading their children into spiritual danger?”

(The Dissenter) The war on children is real, and Disney is on the frontlines waging that war against them. And let’s be honest, everyone knows that Disney’s own sexual revolution isn’t just a weird little rebranding to stay “relevant” in modern cultural zeitgeist. No, Disney has become a full-fledged weapon of the left, carefully constructed to shove queer theory and homosexual propaganda right into the minds of children. Continue reading

Modern-day witches and the Harris campaign

“The Quest Book Shop is where U.N. officials gather to meditate and read material from the Theosophical Society. Founded by a Russian mystic named Helena Petrovna Blavatsky (1831–1891), who wrote The Secret Doctrine, Theosophy teaches that man can become God through mystical experiences, and can even perform miracles.”

(Cliff Kincaid – RenewAmerica) When Christian evangelist [NAR wolf] Lance Wallnau said that the Kamala Harris campaign was being driven by an occult spirit and witchcraft, he was denounced by the Big Media as a lunatic. What the media don’t want you to know is that a “Witches for Harris 2024” group has actually been formed and that another movement is casting spells against President Trump. Continue reading

The Compromised Compassion of ‘Side B’ Ministries

(Mike Solecki – TruthScript) As Christians, we have a sincere desire for the lost to be saved. We also understand, “the gospel is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes” (Romans 1:16 NKJV), including homosexuals. Yet today, the church is being sold a bill of goods that claims our disciple-making efforts have been unloving, harsh, and even oppressive. We are told this is especially true when it comes to homosexuality.

In light of these claims, ministries such as, “The Center for Faith, Sexuality, & Gender,” “Revoice”, and “Posture Shift” have all emerged to help the church shift its unloving posture and revoice its “harsh voice” to embrace a more compassionate way of ministering to the LBGTQ+ community…. Continue reading

‘Heaven is for Real’ Author Todd Burpo Shares Update On Son 14 Years After ‘Visiting’ Heaven

(Protestia) Fourteen years ago, Todd Burpo, an evangelical pastor, wrote the New York Times best-selling book “Heaven is for Real,” which detailed what his three-year-old son Colton saw in heaven after he lost consciousness on a hospital operating table, the result of getting his appendix removed.

The book became an international sensation, sold 11 million copies, and spent nearly a year atop the book charts, ultimately getting made into a movie that did over $100M at the box office.

“Heaven is for Real” also served to demonstrate that discernment is floating dead atop the surface of the wide stream of American evangelicalism, like a bloated corpse drifting with the current, because nothing about this fantastical, extra-biblical tale is remotely believable or biblical. Continue reading