God’s Sovereignty And The Choosing Of Israel

(OPINION) Israel was chosen because of the sovereignty of God, not because of Israel’s own merit. He set His love on Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and determined to bless the world through their offspring, meaning through the people of Israel and, ultimately, through the seed of Abraham par excellence, Jesus the Messiah. And because He made unconditional promises to the patriarchs, He has kept His word through the generations, preserving the people of Israel, disciplining them, scattering them and regathering them.

Israel, Jewish, Judaism, OpinionDr. Michael BrownMay 11, 2024Michael Brown, Dr. Michael Brown, Israel, Middle East, Jews, Judaism, Hamas, opinion, news, Gaza, PalestiniansComment

When Wrestling With Anxiety, Here’s How I Pray — And It Helps

(OPINION) Lately, though, I’ve unaccountably become flappable, prone to crippling attacks of anxiety even when there’s nothing to be anxious about. This is new, disconcerting and mysterious. I’m not under any unusual stress, so I suspect this anxiety must be the result of some chemical shift taking place in my brain as I age.

Christianity, OpinionPaul PratherMay 6, 2024Paul Prather, power of prayer, prayer, Christianity, opinionComment

Did The House of Representatives Outlaw Quoting The New Testament?

(OPINION) According to a growing number of Christian conservatives, including Tucker Carlson, Charlie Kirk, and Andrew Torba (CEO of GAB), the new House bill opposing antisemitism actually outlaws quoting parts of the New Testament? Is this true? Kirk, a strong supporter of Israel, asked, “Did the House of Representatives just make parts of the Bible illegal?”

The Fight Against Clergy Sex Abuse Also Involves ‘Missionary Kids’

(OPINION) In fact, my strong hunch is that these “under the radar” Christian boarding or reform schools will prove to be the next chapter in the ever-present, still burgeoning clergy abuse crisis. And those of us who’ve long supported such survivors will be called upon again to offer sympathy, consolation and guidance to hundreds of mostly invisible victims who have been violated in circumstances even more extreme than the ones in which we were abused.

Why I Don’t Believe American Students Care Deeply About Palestinians

(OPINION) No, I don’t believe for a split second that suddenly, college students all over America really care about the plight of the Palestinians. I don’t believe this anymore than, a few years ago, people around the globe were suddenly concerned about the plight of Black Americans when they marched for BLM. Not a chance.

President Truman Advocated Reading The Bible — Not Profiting From It

(ANALYSIS) How’s this for a presidential prayer: “Make me truthful, honest, and honorable in all things. Make me intellectually honest for the sake of right and honor, and without thought of reward to me. Give me the ability to be charitable, forgiving, and patient with my fellowmen. … Amen, Amen, Amen.”

Analysis, ChristianityMarvin OlaskyMay 1, 2024Marvin Olasky, opinion, Christianity, news, rechargeComment

A Vision When I Was Young Set The Course For My Spiritual Journey Ever Since

(OPINION) During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when we were all locked down, I suddenly had enormous stretches of time on my hands. I did a lot of reading. One thing I learned from all that reading was that I am, apparently, a jackleg Christian mystic.

Opinion, ReligionPaul PratherApril 27, 2024Paul Prather, opinion, religionComment

Universities Directly Responsible For the Rise of Campus Antisemitism

(OPINION) It is not so much that our elite universities have allowed a spirit of vile Jew hatred to take root on their campuses. Instead, they have cultivated that very spirit, fueling its fires and finetuning its ideologies. The universities are complicit.

On Religion: Recalling Terry Anderson, Whose Faith Urged Him To Forgive

(ANALYSIS) During his 2,454 days in captivity — between strategic moves among 20 or more hiding places in Lebanon — journalist Terry Anderson was often allowed by Hezbollah leaders to read a Bible.

Analysis, ReligionTerry MattinglyApril 24, 2024Terry Anderson, journalism, Christianity, opinion, analysis, religion, news, Terry MattinglyComment

Before Trump Promoted A Bible, Truman Blessed One

(OPINION) When the National Council of Churches, an ecumenical group known for a more progressive approach to social policy, completed its Revised Standard Version of the Bible in 1952, it celebrated the text with a ceremony at the White House. NCC leaders gifted President Harry Truman the first printed copy, looking to gain publicity and credibility from the president.

Israel Sends A Message To Iran, But Tensions Not Likely to Escalate

(OPINION) Is the conflict between Israel and Iran about to explode? Are we on the edge of World War III, if not Armageddon? The answer to all these questions is the same: not likely. But in saying this I do not claim supernatural, prophetic insight.

Israel, Jewish, Judaism, Middle East, IslamDr. Michael BrownApril 19, 2024Michael Brown, Dr. Michael Brown, Israel, Iran, Jews, Muslims, Judaism, Islam, terrorism, Gaza, Hamas, Middle East, opinionComment

Matthew 18 And The ‘Madness’ Of The Newest Mark Driscoll Controversy

(OPINION) I arrived at my radio studio Monday to learn that social media sites were blowing up over the latest controversy involving Pastor Mark Driscoll. He had publicly called out the performance of a sword swallowing acrobat as demonic without talking to the pastor first. The pastor, in turn, then called out Driscoll in midstream, shutting down his comments.

What Might The Founding Fathers Say About Chaplains In Public Schools?

(OPINION) What did the Founding Fathers really believe about the role of religion in America? When Franklin, Washington, Adams, Jefferson and Madison appeared, they were trying to figure out what they believed personally about God even as they debated religion’s role in a fledgling nation. These guys didn’t fit into our 21st century boxes.

As Tensions Escalate, How Will Israel Retaliate Against Iran?

(OPINION) As expected, in retaliation for Israel’s killing of a top Iranian general and seven other senior military leaders on April 1 — all of whom were suspected of having Israeli blood on their hands — Iran struck back on Saturday night, launching roughly 350 drones, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles on Israel. What will Israel do in response? And what does this mean for the region and the world?

Israel, Judaism, Middle East, OpinionDr. Michael BrownApril 14, 2024Michael Brown, Dr, Dr. Michael Brown, Israel, Iran, opinion, Judaism, Jews, rechargeComment

With Another Election Looming, Why Donald Trump Is Still So Hated

(OPINION) There is no neutrality when it comes to Donald Trump. To the contrary, he is arguably the most polarizing figure in America, if not in the world, and at the mention of his name, temperatures rise. To his loyal supporters, he is a courageous hero of superhuman proportions. To his fervent detractors, he is the incarnation of evil itself in exaggerated form. Why, then, does Trump bring such extreme polarization? Why is he so hated?

The Hoax Of Denying Replacement Theology

(OPINION) As for those who are not familiar with the term “replacement theology,” or, more technically, “supersessionism,” this refers to the idea that the Church has replaced (or superseded) Israel in God’s plan of salvation, as a result of which, the promises God once gave to national Israel now apply to the church.

Will The United Methodist Church Finally Settle Its Big Split?

(ANALYSIS) The UMC has just suffered America’s worst schism since the Civil War, with 7,658 traditionalist congregations, a quarter of the former total, departing as of New Year’s Eve. The Charlotte gathering will once again deal with the central problem that has plagued this prominent denomination for most of the 56 years since it was founded through a merger.

Remembering The 2004 Pogrom Against Orthodox Serbs In Kosovo

(OPINION) At first glance, the attacks that took place in 2004 may appear to be a spontaneous reaction of locals to the unfortunate drowning of Albanian boys and the alleged involvement of Serbian individuals in the incident. However, the ruins of Serbian homes, churches and monasteries tell a different story.

America In Moral Freefall: Have We Become A Pagan Society?

(OPINION) For many years now, it has been clear that America has been in a steep moral and spiritual decline, despite some genuine revival movements along with some holy pushback against the growing cultural insanity. But two recent examples confirm that we are now in moral freefall. What took place over Easter weekend is further proof of it.

On Religion: And Now, A Bible Study With Country Music Star Oliver Anthony

(ANALYSIS) At this stage in his country music career, Oliver Anthony is still reaching his fans by propping his smartphone in a tour bus window and recording social media videos. Seven months ago, of course, he didn't have a career, didn’t have a tour bus and didn't have fans.

Analysis, ReligionTerry MattinglyMarch 27, 2024religion, opinion, analysis, country music, Oliver Anthony, Terry MattinglyComment

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