Category: Progressive Christianity

A Potential Schism Within Southern Baptists

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 16, 2018 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Biblical Social Justice, Christianity, Church Leadership, Dominionism, Evangelism, False Teaching, Gospel, Leadership, Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Prophecy, Social Justice | 0 |

While Southern Baptists comprise less than 10% of professing Christians in America, it has historically been a strongly evangelistic denomination, rejecting the Calvinistic view of predestination. Over the past decade or two however, the denomination has seen the rise of what are called the “New Calvinists,” along with what many see as an infiltration of the Social Justice Movement. And in a few short weeks Southern Baptists will elect their new president, giving a strong indication of the direction of the denomination.

We are seeing similar theological battles brewing in virtually every denomination of Christianity and today we look at this particular controversy against the background of an increasingly divided Christian Church in America.

In our final segment we look at an interesting article by Dale Hudson about how so many young people today are “building their own god” by selectively choosing scriptures that [seem to] support their individual values and beliefs.

Our Mother Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Beyonce?

by David Fiorazo | May 9, 2018 | Catholic, Christianity, Emergent Church, Hollywood, LGBTQ, Liberalism, Progressive Christianity | 0 |

Many have detailed Beyoncé’s occult influences, offensive and often graphic song lyrics, her sexually charged, R-Rated performances, and past blasphemy. She also admits to being possessed by a demonic spirit she affectionately refers to as “Sasha Fierce.”

The spirituality behind contemporary feminism often comes in the form of goddess worship, and the fact many have a desire to overthrow the patriarchal structure in society. It is rebellion against God as “Father.”

During the actual Beyoncé mass, an alternate, feminist perversion of the Lord’s Prayer was printed in the program for attendees to read out loud.

Our Mother, who is in heaven and within us, We call upon your names. Your wisdom come. Your will be done. In all the spaces in which you dwell… These are not bad people; they’re just wrong. And this is another gospel.

What is Cruciform Theology?

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 7, 2018 | American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christian Church, False Teaching, Islam, Israel, Liberalism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Universalism | 0 |

Universal Salvation, the false teaching that a loving God would never allow a single person to suffer in Hell, is sadly alive and well and being used by the father of lies to deceive and to lull people to sleep, thinking they will live for eternity in the presence of God. This dangerous doctrine has infiltrated Christian circles as it appeals to our flesh and especially to younger people who have not been taught the biblical truth about God’s judgment including His wrath against sin and those who reject Jesus Christ.

This false teaching comes in many names, and in our final segment we look at what is called “Cruciform Theology”.

We first visit with Pastor Carl Gallups and look at how recent events in Iran, Israel and the Middle East are pointing to the imminent rapture of the Church and the return of Jesus Christ to establish His everlasting Kingdom.

The Sneaky Agenda of Globalists

by Stand Up For The Truth | Apr 30, 2018 | Apologetics, Artificial Intelligence, Christianity, Discrimination, Environmentalism, False Prophet, Globalism, Gospel, Government, Higher Education, Humanism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 0 |

Some would argue that globalists are knowingly supporting Satan’s agenda for a one-world government while others argue they are simply ignorant pawns doing what they think is best for humanity. More than likely most are simply being used by those in power because they are ignorant of God’s Word.

But the reality is Satan’s ill-fated agenda is progressing rapidly through governments, science, culture and even in professing Christianity. The moves are often subtle, but the end-results chilling as the world will one day worship the Anti-Christ instead of the one true God.

Patrick Wood of Technocracy News is a disciple of Jesus Christ on the cutting edge of the globalist agenda. Today he shares more news stories on how technology and world systems are slowly bringing humanity into captivity.

He Said What?!

by Stand Up For The Truth | Apr 19, 2018 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Culture & Morality, Emergent Church, Evangelism, False Teaching, Gospel, Liberalism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Salvation, Social Justice | 0 |

In our final segment we discuss more controversial comments from Pope Francis, this time regarding an apparent statement that “good atheists” go to heaven. And one thing that makes them good? Baptizing their children.

With each passing year we see more and more dangerous, incorrect theology infiltrating a growing number of Christian churches and denominations. False beliefs that would have been soundly rebuked a few decades ago are now being discussed within churches. Satan is a master at twisting the truth and appealing to our human emotions and desires, and he is working his plan through perhaps well-intentioned but spiritually naive people.

Pastor Mike Abendroth of No Compromise Radio joins us to discuss this and other recent issues including how we find the correct spiritual balance between God’s sovereignty and man’s free will and responsibilities.

The Danger of Ignoring the Old Testament

by Stand Up For The Truth | Mar 21, 2018 | Abortion, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Evangelism, False Prophet, Gospel, Government, Liberalism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 0 |

Remember “Cliff’s Notes”? They were short summaries of books that would perhaps give a student enough information to pass an exam on the book, but not enough to understand the depth and importance of the written work. Many of us who were students before the invention of the internet probably relied on Cliff’s Notes more than we should have.

Well, are we as Christians approaching God’s Word with a “Cliff’s Notes” attitude? We understand enough to think we are saved, but we fail to grasp the eternal truth and principles of what God has given us in His Word, often at our own peril. Bible studies tend to concentrate on the New Testament, ignoring the rich history and timeless principles God gave us going back to Genesis.

Pastor Mike Abendroth joins us this morning to discuss one of the most fascinating accounts of the Bible in 1 Kings Chapter 18. The unique list of characters in this account include the Prophet Elijah; Ahab, one of the worst kings of Israel; Jezebel his scheming, idolatrous wife; and the false prophets of the false god Baal. What lessons can we learn and apply from this biblical account to our world today?

Your Questions & Comments

by Stand Up For The Truth | Feb 16, 2018 | Abortion, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Emergent Church, False Teaching, Government, Liberalism, Listener Questions, Podcast, Politics and Faith, President Trump, Progressive Christianity, Religious Freedom, Rob Bell | 0 |

On Fridays, we turn the microphones over to you our listeners to talk about anything on your mind. No restrictions because every important question in life has a truthful answer in God’s Word. Here are some of the things on your mind this week:

More discussion on Calvinism vs. Arminianism

The hypocrisy of Liberal Christianity

Adversity in the Christian life

Pastors refusing to discuss marriage and abortion from the pulpit

Christian couple wanting to marry but being told they are “unevenly yoked” because he is a Southern Baptist and she is a Lutheran

Your Questions & Comments

by Stand Up For The Truth | Feb 9, 2018 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Cults, Evangelism, gender confusion, Hebrew Roots, Homosexual Agenda, Liberalism, New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Psychology, the Gospel, transgenderism, Word Faith Movement | 0 |

Fridays we turn the microphones over to you to discuss whatever topic is on your mind. To send us your questions or comments you can go to comments@standupforthetruth.com or call us at 1-800-979-9010 anytime.

Here is what you want to talk about:

The Calvin/Arminius debate.

The Episcopal Church now referring to God in gender neutral pronouns only.

Christians, mental health, medication and biblical counseling.

Church programs including “The Path of a Peacemaker” and IF: Gathering for women.

More Division and Dysfunction Within the Church

by Stand Up For The Truth | Feb 7, 2018 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Entertainment, Evangelism, Gospel, Hollywood, LGBTQ, Liberalism, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 4 |

Today we look at an important controversy within a Christian denomination. This is a legitimate controversy over an important doctrine: predestination. Does God predestine certain people for heaven or hell? Doesn’t man have a choice to confess, repent and submit to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior? Southern Baptists are grappling with this crucial question as New Reformed Calvinism makes an impact on many members of the denomination.

In our first segment, we check in with Tina Marie Griffin, the Counter Culture Mom to discuss dangers to our children in television, movies, music and video games. Topics today include virtual reality, the need for more Christian movies and video games, Facebook censorship, and a stern warning about one of the godless, offensive prime time TV shows. Also, were there satanic images in the background of the Super Bowl halftime show?

Seeing the Big, Eternal Picture Around Us

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jan 29, 2018 | American History, Apologetics, Beliefs, Christianity, Cults, Culture & Morality, Dominionism, Globalism, Gospel, Humanism, Liberalism, Persecution, Podcast, Progressive Christianity, Prophecy, Religious Freedom | 0 |

So many distractions and obligations fill our time these days it is easy to fail to see the big picture when it comes to history, societies, and agendas being fulfilled all around us.

God has a plan for this world and every person. Jesus Christ will return one day to rule for eternity and judge the eternal souls of every human being, and nothing Satan does will thwart God’s plan. But that does not stop Satan from trying to deceive people by convincing them that we can plot our own future and eternity, apart from God’s will and plan. And with each passing year Satan is setting the stage for the rule of his puppet, anti-Christ, through complicit people and earthly systems.

Our guest today is Patrick Wood who has written books and developed resources to help people see the big picture. He is a born-again believer exposing the globalist movement and he shares some thoughts about what is happening to us both behind the scenes and right under our noses. Historically, the powerful and most influential have moved away from God, and he touches on the elitist Bilderberg group, Darwinism, Fabianism, Rockefellers, and the Trilateral Commission.

Changes: Climate Science, Technology, and Moody Bible Institute

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jan 15, 2018 | Abortion, Biblical Social Justice, Christianity, Creation, Culture & Morality, Dominionism, Globalism, Higher Education, Podcast, Progressive Christianity | 0 |

A major shakeup is taking place at Moody Bible Institute, one of the oldest and most prestigious Christian Universities in our nation. Moody’s President and Chief Operations Officer have been fired as the Board of Directors has unanimously called for “new leadership.” Is this new direction a move away from Moody’s traditional conservative biblical theology or are they trying to address its liberal professors?

Some are claiming Moody, not unlike so many formerly reputable institutions, has strayed from the Word of God, so are they now moving to correct the problem? Moody radio host Julie Roys published an article claiming the University had not been vigilant in rooting out liberal professors and allowing officials to violate Moody’s organizational bylaws “fostering an atmosphere of fear and intimidation.” Roys was subsequently fired for her remarks with Moody calling them “misleading.”

And in our first segment today we’re joined by Dr. Cal Beisner of The Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation to discuss the radical environmental movement and how it might be an affront to God and His Word.

A Stumbling Block to a World Serving Satan

by Stand Up For The Truth | Jan 10, 2018 | Apologetics, Beliefs, Chrislam, Christianity, Evangelism, Globalism, Islam, Israel, Liberalism, Persecution, Podcast, President Trump, Progressive Christianity, Replacement Theology, Salvation | 0 |

President Trump’s proclamation of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital has set another prophetic wheel in motion to show the world’s hatred for Israel, just as the Bible foretold. And the influence of Satan on world leaders and governments is slowly bringing the world to the final stage where all nations will stand in opposition to God.

One sign of just how blind people of this world have become is the acceptance of Islam as a “religion of peace” in spite of its history and leaders calling for death to Christians and Jews along with anyone who opposes Muslim domination of this world. Europe, through increased Muslim immigration, is slowly turning into a war zone where non-Muslims are attacked and “Sharia Zones” are being set up including “No Go Zones” where police won’t even enter. Despite these developments, Europe’s leaders lack the courage to admit their mistakes and the grave dangers they have put their citizens under.

And even here in the U.S. we see Christian Churches opposing Israel and refusing to see Islam for what it is: a socio-political, economic system wanting global domination and using a false deity to advance its goals. Meanwhile, millions of Muslims risk eternal separation from God because we as Christians lack the courage and wisdom to share the truth of the gospel with them.

Elijah Abraham, a former Muslim and now born-again believer, joins us this morning. Elijah travels the world speaking to persecuted Christians and educating pastors on how to understand and combat Islam.

Listener Questions & Comments

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 18, 2018 | Abortion, Apologetics, Beliefs, Biblical Social Justice, Chrislam, Culture & Morality, Emergent Church, False Teaching, gender confusion, Globalism, Islam, Israel, Liberalism, Podcast, President Trump, Prophecy | 0 |

Every Friday we answer your questions and read your comments on air. Some of your questions and comments this week allude to a church in America that seems to have lost its focus and moral compass There is confusion about Islam, an ineffectiveness in addressing the social and cultural issues of our times, and the melding of seemingly contradictory philosophies like Universalism, Calvinism, and Social Justice.

Here are some of the topics we cover today:

When is it biblical and necessary to divide over doctrines and break fellowship with professing Christians?
A Christian who formerly supported the LGBTQ, even to the point of pushing others into those lifestyles, admits she was wrong and has repented. Why are people like her in the minority of believers today?
How do pastors avoid watering down their sermon/message knowing there are new believers in the congregation as well as mature disciples of Christ?
Why do the media seem to despise Israel and the heritage of the Jewish people? Is the Left that sold out to progressive ideology to report the truth?
Should we not invite people to church if our pastor does not preach the gospel and the whole counsel of God?
The hypocrisy of Democrat Christians toward other Christians who support or voted for President Trump
How do you prevent yourself from becoming legalistic when studying God’s law in the Old Testament?
Should Christians be concerned about Sharia Law and the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in our government and on our fading religious freedoms?
Does the move of the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem have any prophetic implications?
Is Islam the one world religion we are warned about in Revelation?

Don’t You Dare Bring God into This!

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 17, 2018 | Abortion, Beliefs, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Discrimination, False Teaching, gender confusion, Government, Homosexual Agenda, LGBTQ, Liberalism, Podcast, Pro-Life, Religious Freedom | 0 |

As secular culture turns more hostile toward God and His Word every day, secular humanists are doing all they can to make certain God’s perfect truth is no longer a part of helping people trapped in sin. Instead, the left is encouraging people to not only agree with them, but to insist that others accept their sin as righteous. Isaiah 5:20 warns us about calling evil good.

The city of Milwaukee recently passed an ordinance that bans so-called “conversion therapy” for minors struggling with homosexuality or gender issues, but many pastors in the community are uniting to fight the proposed ordinance. We also discuss a California Supreme Court decision that actually reverses a CA law that approved assisted suicide, and the Supreme Court decision regarding sports betting (gambling) leaving it up to each state whether or not to legalize betting on sports.

Julaine Appling of Wisconsin Family Action is in studio today to discuss these issues along with why so many people are ignorant or uninformed about the Christian faith and what the Bible actually teaches.

A Potential Schism Within Southern Baptists

Can’t We All Just Coexist in Peace?

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 15, 2018 | Apologetics, Christianity, Creation, Evangelism, Gospel, Israel, Podcast, Worldview | 0 |

In our final segment, we look at the rioting by Hamas against Israel – as well as the response of the IDF – as the Trump administration officially recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s capital city and location of the U.S. embassy. We’ll look at the facts versus how the news is being reported in the mainstream media. Is Hamas manipulating the West?

First, we catch up with Jay Seegert of The Starting Point Project to discuss the following:

How do we start a conversation with friends or neighbors that have a COEXIST bumper sticker on their car? Don’t start by telling them to “get that stupid Coexist sticker off your car!”

Does the Bible really say Christians should not judge others?

What are your plans for the summer and whatever happened to reading books? Also, what worthwhile projects can you and your family undertake that will glorify God and help you grow as Christians?

Courageously Standing With Israel

by Stand Up For The Truth | May 14, 2018 | Abortion, Apologetics, Christianity, Church Leadership, Culture & Morality, Globalism, Gospel, Government, Israel, Podcast, Prophecy | 0 |

Today Israel marks the seventieth anniversary of its rebirth as a nation, a biblical prophecy from thousands of years ago fulfilled in 1948. The United States is marking the anniversary by officially moving its embassy to Jerusalem, the long-standing capital of Israel, against opposition from almost the entire world.

Many believe this will incite Muslim nations to attack Israel with the greatest severity since the 1973 war, and that it could quickly spread to a major regional or even world war. Iran’s growing influence, the rise of Turkey as a radical Muslim power, and the strong presence of Russia in the Middle East all point to a potentially serious conflict.

Jan Markell of Olive Tree Views and host of Understanding the Times Radio joins us this morning to discuss this significant anniversary in Israel’s history and discuss what might lie ahead.

In our final segment we talk with Wisconsin State Representative Andre Jacque and ask if the groundbreaking pro-life legislation recently signed into law in Iowa could also happen here in Wisconsin.