Jesus and His betrayer

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ March 2, 2015 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching

Jesus said to him, “The one having been bathed does not have need except to wash his feet, but is wholly clean, and you are clean, but not all.” For He knew the one betraying Him, therefore, He said, “Not … Continue reading →

Bethel Church’s “apostle” Bill Johnson: a comedy of errors, part 1

Posted by Marsha West ∙ November 7, 2014 ∙ In Opinion ∙ New Apostolic Reformation, Bentley Todd, Joyner Rick, Wagner C. Peter

By Marsha West Bill Johnson is no stranger to controversy. For one thing, he claims to be an apostle, as in the unique position held by the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He was given this high honor by C. … Continue reading →

The prosperity priestess and the pied piper of IHOP

Posted by Marsha West ∙ September 11, 2014 ∙ In Opinion ∙ New Apostolic Reformation, International House of Prayer (IHOP), Bickle Mike, Chan Francis, Meyer Joyce

Well lookie here. Joyce Meyer, popular women’s conference speaker; health and wealth author; radio & TV teacher (whew!) has been invited to speak at the Onething Conference that will be held this December. The 4 day weekend supposedly draws 25,000 young … Continue reading →

What is ‘strange fire’?

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ August 27, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching

Now Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it and laid incense on it and offered unauthorized fire before the Lord, which he had not commanded them. And fire came out from … Continue reading →

Oh, if only we could recognize how poor and filthy we are in God’s sight!

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ June 18, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching

Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. And the Lord said to Satan, “The Lord rebuke you, O Satan! The Lord who … Continue reading →

The parable of the wedding feast

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ April 30, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Sovereignty of God

These are of one mind, and they hand over their power and authority to the beast. They will make war on the Lamb, and the Lamb will conquer them, for he is Lord of lords and King of kings, and … Continue reading →

What does it take for men to see the Kingdom of God?

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ April 27, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Gospel

ἀπεκρίθη Ἰησοῦς καὶ εἶπεν αὐτῷ· ἀμὴν ἀμὴν λέγω σοι, ἐὰν μή τις γεννηθῇ ἄνωθεν, οὐ δύναται ἰδεῖν τὴν βασιλείαν τοῦ θεοῦ. John 3:3, NA28 Jesus answered and said to Him, “Amen, amen I say to you, unless one is born again, … Continue reading →

Jesus Christ is the I Am

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ March 30, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Deity of Christ

God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” And he said, “Say this to the people of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14, ESV Sacred Scripture or the Bible, which is the living Word of … Continue reading →

Is there a war going on between God and His forces on one side and Satan and his forces on the other?

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ February 16, 2014 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Emerging Church

What Is Strange Fire?

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ November 29, 2013 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching

1 Now Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, each took his censer and put fire in it and laid incense on it and offered unauthorized fire before the Lord, which he had not commanded them. 2 And fire came … Continue reading →

The Holiness of the Ekklesia

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ September 24, 2013 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Christian Life, Christian Maturity

9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a … Continue reading →

Examine Your Motives?

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ September 9, 2013 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Discernment

Jesus Christ Is God

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ July 15, 2013 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Deity of Christ

God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM”; and He said, “Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14, NASB In our look at the Bible as the living Word … Continue reading →

Rep. Paul Ryan Now Supports Gay Adoption

Posted by Marsha West ∙ May 2, 2013 ∙ In News ∙ Homosexuality

According to USA Today 2012 GOP Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan, a Roman Catholic, has chosen to ignore church teaching that homosexuality is a sin against God and now approves of homosexual couples adopting children. “Asked at a town-hall-style meeting … Continue reading →

Networks Cover Rutgers Scandal, Ignore Gosnell Abortion Horrors

Posted by Marsha West ∙ April 11, 2013 ∙ In News ∙ Abortion

LifeNews points out that the media has refused to cover the trial of West Philadelphia abortionist Kermit Gosnell, who may have murdered over 100 babies outside the womb by plunging scissors into their spinal cords. Instead, news outlets have chosen … Continue reading →

Let Down Your Nets for a Catch

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ March 25, 2013 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Sovereignty of God

And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Luke 5:4 The builder and sustainer of the Church, the Body of Christ is the Lord Jesus, … Continue reading →

Only One Gospel, Part 11

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ July 26, 2012 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Gospel, Works Righteousness

30 As He spoke these things, many came to believe in Him. 31 So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; 32 and you … Continue reading →

Election and Reprobation

Posted by Mike Ratliff ∙ March 8, 2012 ∙ In Devotion/Teaching ∙ Doctrines of Grace, Irresistable Grace

13 But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and faith in the truth. 14 It was for … Continue reading →

Why has Liberty University agreed to bring Mark Driscoll to teach on sex?

Posted by Marsha West ∙ March 7, 2012 ∙ In Opinion ∙ Discernment, Driscoll Mark

Warning: This piece contains sexually explicit language that some readers will find disturbing. Nonetheless, David Kupelian accurately reports on what some Christian pastors with rock star status are preaching in their churches. There’s a new form of Christianity sweeping the U.S. … Continue reading →

Gladiator-style takedown of demonic forces, Part 2

By Marsha West ∙ January 19, 2012 ∙ In Opinion ∙ Dominionism, Emerging Church, New Apostolic Reformation, Wagner C. Peter

By Marsha West It really doesn’t matter whether or not people believe in angels and demons. And it doesn’t matter if skeptics think those who do are wingnuts. The fact remains that a large number of educated, intelligent people believe … Continue reading →