Category: Apologetics

Controversial Issues in the Christian Church

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 20, 2017 | Abortion, American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Culture & Morality, Economics, Globalism, Humanism, Podcast, Politics and Faith, Worldview | 0 |

Families and societies operate best when there are fixed standards of morality to guide our actions. In our nation, we were established upon the rule of law, supposedly giving us clear instruction what is acceptable or unacceptable behavior. As Christians we are guided by God’s Word which sets the ultimate standard for morality and acceptable behavior for us. But what happens when “normal” becomes subjective to personal feelings?

In the first segment today, we check in with Doug Wakefield of Best Minds, Inc. to keep an eye on world wide economic trends that point to globalism through a coming shake up in the world economy.

Is This the Future of America’s Churches?

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 18, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christian Church, Christian Growth, Church Leadership, Emergent Church, False Teaching, gender confusion, Humanism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Seeker Friendly, Social Justice | 1 |

Today we cover an intriguing article from Denver, Colorado about an “atheist church of free thinkers.” What is very interesting about the article is the words they use to describe their “community” are the same words that appeal to many young Christians these days: Free-thinking, questioning, skeptical, and conversational.

Is this the model for the future of church for our younger people? We discuss this with Dave Wager of Silver Birch ranch and Nicolet Bible Institute. Dave has worked with youth for 35 years.

The One Who Can Fix Our Problems in Public Education

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 17, 2017 | Abortion, American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Education, gender confusion, Government, Homosexual Agenda, Humanism, LGBTQ, Podcast, Religious Freedom | 0 |

In our final segment today we offer a solution to the Public Education mess we see as discussed from the crisis at Washington Middle School in Green Bay. The solution is simple, but not easy. It will require qualities sadly lacking these days: courage and conviction.

First up, we are joined by Brad Dacus of The Pacific Justice Institute to discuss legal cases threatening the religious freedom and conviction of Christians in our nation. Even his organization has been labeled a ‘hate’ group’ by the radical Southern Poverty Law Center. Has the Progressive/Marxist juggernaut grown so strong that it is inevitable? If not, what can we do to fight it and restore biblical principles in our nation?

New Apostolic Reformation Movement

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 12, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Contextualization, Dominionism, Gospel, New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), Podcast, Salvation, Spiritual Warfare, Theology | 0 |

Today we tackle the offices of prophet and apostle, signs and wonders, revealed Scripture or new revelation. What does it mean to take dominion over the earth? Where does spiritual warfare and revival come into play? What about those who call themselves Apostle or Prophet? These are among the issues Christian theologians and believers have discussed for hundreds of years.

This morning we also address the New Apostolic Reformation movement that most credit to C. Peter Wagner. Is it consistent with biblical teachings and the traditional Protestant views of the Bible? Dr. Gary Gilley is an author and pastor who has written extensively on the subject and joins us to give us his perspective.

Biblical Submission to Authority

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 11, 2017 | American History, Apologetics, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Education, Government, Humanism, Liberalism, Podcast, Politics and Faith, Socialism, Worldview | 0 |

This morning we discuss an important biblical issue that just goes against every fabric of our sinful, rebellious nature: submission to the authorities in our lives. In many ways America is an interesting paradox. We are a Republic governed by the rule of law—yet we came into existence by rebelling against the laws we were under (from England).

In our first segment we look at a disturbing story of how bad things can get when young people are not taught respect and to honor authority. A decorated Green Bay School Teacher recently resigned because student behaviors were so bad that her very life and health was in danger. And we discuss the sad irony of this fact: teachers facing anarchy from students when their own teacher’s union used to recommend they read and emulate Saul Alinsky’s Rules for Radicals so they can learn how to undermine political authority over them. Are we headed straight to the brink of anarchy in our nation where there is no authority or order?

What about us, professing Christians, are we honoring the authorities in our lives as the Bible instructs? Dave Wager of Nicolet Bible Institute joins us to discuss the biblical mandate of honoring the authorities God has placed in our lives as believers.

A Liberal Conundrum

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 10, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Catholic, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Discrimination, gender confusion, Islam, Podcast, Sexuality | 0 |

Today we point to a story that exposes the hypocrisy of many liberals these days. What do the people that preach “tolerance” do when they run up against a religion that really does oppress anyone that disagrees with its doctrines? This morning we look at a mess Starbucks Coffee faces in Indonesia and Malaysia, heavily Muslim nations.

In our first half hour we are joined by Pastor Mike Abendroth of No Compromise Radio. Some of the topics we will address include the teaching of the eternal security for the true believer, something called the “sin of presumption,” and the challenges of raising Christian youth in the Church.

Listener Questions & Media Watch Friday

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 7, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Chrislam, Christianity, Culture & Morality, False Teaching, Islam, Media Bias, Media Watch, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 0 |

‘Where can we find a good church?’ This is among the questions we will address in our Listener Questions segment today. Other questions and comments include, “What does being an Evangelical Christian really men these days?” and, “Is Islam really an Abrahamic Faith?” Segment two begins with a comment from a listener saying she was disgusted with yesterday’s program about the persecution of Jack Phillips, suggesting we are hateful and judgmental. We will respond.

David also takes us through our Media Watch segment, helping us discern the agenda and misleading information much of secular media throws our way. What sources can be trusted and how do we cut through the noise and agenda of the media and know what is really going on?

We will conclude with our “Rightly Handling the Word” segment, discussing just how seriously true Christians should view our sins against God–and why seeing them for how bad they are actually benefits us.

Remembering our Nation’s Foundational Principles

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 5, 2017 | American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Culture & Morality, Entertainment, Globalism, Government, Humanism, Liberalism, Podcast, Politics and Faith, Religious Freedom, Worldview | 0 |

As we come off our celebration of America’s Independence, it is important we recognize that the words and ideals of our founding fathers have been twisted by radical progressives to advance their agenda that America is evil so their globalist agenda can be forwarded. In reality, several Presidents–Democrat and Republican alike–have historically noted the importance of the Bible and Christian values to our founders in establishing our nation.

No doubt, and sadly, our founders had to compromise on critical moral issues such as slavery in order to get the Republic established, but those wrongs were eventually corrected. Today we share what some of our Presidents have stated about the Christian conviction of our nation’s founders. And we explore why many America-bashing leftists and progressives paint a different picture of the founders of our nation.

In our first segment we check in with Tina Griffin of Counter Culture Mom, to discuss the impact of Hollywood, entertainment and social media on our children.

We Love America, But We Have Deep Concerns

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 3, 2017 | American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Contextualization, False Teaching, Gospel, Homosexual Agenda, Humanism, LGBTQ, Liberalism, Moral Relativism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 2 |

In our final segment today I respond to an email from a listener accusing us of being judgmental and hypocritical in our assessment of secular media and our claim that Jesus will judge unrepentant sinners one day. Our third segment should give great insight into how progressives think these days and how we respond with truth.

Pastor Randy White joins us to discuss America’s past, present and future as we prepare to celebrate our nation’s independence day. The nation we love and are still blessed to live in has some serious problems that need to be addressed if we are to remain the land of the free and the home of the brave. And the most serious of all is turning our backs on God and His perfect law and teachings. We discuss a sermon Randy gave on what he would like to say to the USA.

Watching the Watchers and Q & A

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jun 30, 2017 | American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, False Teaching, Media Bias, Media Watch, Podcast, Politics and Faith, President Trump | 0 |

The media is supposed to hold government accountable as well as inform and look out for all Americans, regardless of political affiliation. Some journalists today might consider themselves watchman over our government, but the truth is few actually do their jobs when a Democrat is in the White House as we witnessed during the Obama administration. Well, since Donald Trump was elected president, they’re back from with a vengeance!

We do not not defend everything the president has done or said, but what happens when the same media that is supposed to hold government to a high standard lacks the integrity, morals, and principles they are calling for? David Fiorazo exposes more media hypocrisy in our Media Watch Segment today.

We also answer your questions from this week. Some of the subjects we address include Oneness Theology, Lordship Salvation, Homosexual Christians, and The Willow Creek Leadership Summit.

Fear and Faith

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jun 27, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Contextualization, Evangelism, Gospel, Persecution, Podcast, Salvation, Spiritual Warfare, the Gospel | 0 |

The Bible has much to say about faith, and the things we put our faith in will either disappoint us or lead us to joy and peace. The Bible also has much to say about fear. And the things we truly fear say a lot about our professed faith in God. Jesus said we are to fear God, but we also have the assurance of His lovingkindness as a Father. How do we reconcile faith and fear according to God’s Word?

This morning we go to God’s Word to discuss biblical faith and fear with Dave Wager of Silver Birch Ranch and Nicolet Bible Institute.

God is Faithful

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jun 21, 2017 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Evangelism, Gospel, Podcast, Prosperity Gospel, Salvation, Teaching, Theology, Word Faith Movement | 0 |

We hear it proclaimed almost every time we gather in Christian fellowship: “God is faithful!” There is certainly peace and security in knowing we worship the one true God who cannot lie or contradict Himself, and whose eternal nature and attributes are unchanging. It should give us great peace to know God cannot break His promises and that He provides a consistent message for us as His adopted children.

But is God’s faithfulness conditional upon us in any way, shape or form? Can he be moved or manipulated by our level of faith? And just what is God faithful to do for both those who commit to Jesus Christ as Lord and savior, and those who reject Him? Dave Wager of Silver Birch Ranch and Nicolet Bible Institute joins us for a discussion on the role of faith in the Christian life, and God’s faithfulness.

Discernment or Self-Destruction?

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jul 21, 2017 | Beliefs, Chrislam, Christianity, Culture & Morality, Fake News, False Teaching, Government, Higher Education, In the News, Media Bias, Media Watch, Podcast, Politics and Faith, Teaching | 0 |

This morning on Stand Up For the Truth we read your comments and answer your questions from this week. One central theme is discernment issues within Christianity. Are we using proper biblical discernment or engaging in prideful witch hunts, looking to discredit others who we disagree with? Also, several have chimed in regarding young people seeking “community” outside the confines of church. We discuss these and other topics of interest today.

First up, David covers our weekly Media watch segment, answering this question: Why does secular media dedicate so much time to covering issues Americans say they don’t care about?