Category: GNN News

What We Learn from Public Disavowals of Christianity

Randolph Jason

What We Learn from Public Disavowals of Christianity by: John Stonestreet  for Break Point Last week, following the high profile falling away from faith of Joshua Harris, former Hillsong singer and songwriter Marty Sampson posted this on Instagram: “Time for some real talk…I’m genuinely losing my faith…and it doesn’t bother me.” The next day he deleted this post and clarified that he hasn’t fully renounced Christianity, at least not yet. Still, he admitted, his faith was quite shaky. He then reiterated his doubts and said that “the majority of a typical…

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Is There Really Anti-Christian Discrimination in America?

Randolph Jason

Is There Really Anti-Christian Discrimination in America? by George Yancey  for The Gospel Coalition GNN Note – With the sheer volume of information that I consume on a daily basis I can assure you there is a growing basis, and in some cases, flat out rejection of Christianity. The growing consensus, the agenda being foisted upon the masses, is Christianity is dangerous to society. ****** According to a recent survey, about half of all Americans believe that evangelicals face discrimination. Some have even talked about them facing persecution. Others argue that Christians are…

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Are Churches Still a Place for Prayer or Have They Become an Arena for Amusement?

Randolph Jason

Are Churches Still a Place for Prayer or Have They Become an Arena for Amusement? by Andrea Morris for CBN News GNN Note – If you haven’t listen to the interview with Skillet’s front man, John Cooper, about the church, faith and entertainment you should, it is time well spent, especially if you are a believer. click here to listen ****** Some British churches have launched controversial new projects in an attempt to attract people and make cathedrals accessible to everyone. But one leading clergyman is calling it “blasphemous.” Norwich…

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More Pulse Survivors Who Abandoned Gay Lifestyle After Shooting Talk About Their Faith: ‘Thank You, Jesus’

Randolph Jason

More Pulse Survivors Who Abandoned Gay Lifestyle After Shooting Talk About Their Faith: ‘Thank You, Jesus’ By Tré Goins-Phillips for Faith-Wire Angel Colon and Luis Javier Ruiz probably shouldn’t have survived the 2016 massacre at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando. But they did, and the deadly shooting sparked radical transformation for both of them. Colon and Ruiz sat down recently with Christian blogger Julie Roys, who recorded a podcast with the two men. After realizing he had miraculously survived the June 16, 2016, killing, which left 49 people dead, Colon thanked God…

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THE WORK OF THE SPIRIT THAT ANTICIPATES THE FUTURE

Randolph Jason

THE WORK OF THE SPIRIT THAT ANTICIPATES THE FUTURE by Michael Horton for Core Christianity Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. (John 16:7) “It is to your advantage that I go away.” What a strange thing to say. Right at the verge of Jordan in this new covenant conquest, how does Christ’s leaving benefit the disciples—or you and…

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Spiritual Warfare Strategies to Build a Wall of Fire Around Your City

Randolph Jason

Spiritual Warfare Strategies to Build a Wall of Fire Around Your City by WANDA ALGER for Charisma News In the wake of more mass shootings in cities across the nation, there is a rising anxiety and uncertainty among many, wondering if anyone is truly safe. Big city violence is now coming to small rural towns and fears are mounting. Whether these attacks come from terrorists, home-grown criminals or desperate prodigals with a point to prove, violence is on the rise. But, now is not the time to give in to…

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How to Thrive in a World of Competing Spectacles

Randolph Jason

How to Thrive in a World of Competing Spectacles by Collin Huber for The Gospel Coalition How do Christians thrive spiritually in a visually driven media culture? The irony of this question isn’t lost on me. As you begin reading this review, your attention is being sought after as you interact with the screen. Other outlets are competing to draw you in. You might be receiving dings, alerts, and notifications. And like it or not, you and I are shaped by the diet of our attention. We become whatever spectacle…

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‘We’re Not Spirit-Filled Enough’: Why Today’s Church Needs an Extreme Makeover

Randolph Jason

‘We’re Not Spirit-Filled Enough’: Why Today’s Church Needs an Extreme Makeover by JOHN BURTON for Charisma News Even today’s most Spirit-filled churches must embrace radical reformation. Listen to a short podcast as I describe the 2 Chronicles church model, a revelation-driven, prophetic model, that must come to the church, and fast. Then, read this article. It’s time for revolution. Today’s Spirit-Filled Church Experience Like most of you, I have quite a memory bank full of church experiences, many of them phenomenal, many of them poor, but most of them quite…

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What Unlikely Converts Can Teach Us About Evangelism (and Ourselves)

Randolph Jason

What Unlikely Converts Can Teach Us About Evangelism (and Ourselves) by Elliot Clark for The Gospel Coalition Perhaps nothing is more encouraging to Christians than a conversion story. Like our Savior, we rejoice to hear of even one sinner who repents, which makes the latest offering from Randy Newman, Unlikely Converts: Improbable Stories of Faith and What They Teach Us about Evangelism, a particularly heartening read. He tells the stories of many who have come to faith in Christ, some in rather unexpected ways. This is familiar ground for Newman. His…

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