Pastor Dewey: It brings me no joy at all, just a deep sadness in sharing this story. I feel it is important to, as this division in families is happening more and more. The great falling away is speeding up in America. We must do better. We are losing generation after generation to Satan. Love in Jesus to all! Let us all carry out THE GREAT COMMISSION more than ever!
Not Desiring God–John Piper’s Son Criticizes His Upbringing to 925k TikTok Followers
Well-known Desiring God‘s founder, theologian, and Bethlehem Baptist Church‘s retired pastor John Piper has something in common with his son Abraham Piper. The younger Piper is almost as influential on social media as his father is, but they don’t preach the same message.
Abraham Piper is one of five children who grew up in the household that taught biblical values, but that didn’t guarantee the biblical truth he learned growing up became his own faith. In fact, in Abraham’s case he has created a following and uses his platform to speak out against the gospel message his father preaches. More Here
Pastor Dewey: My spirit very disturbed at reading this story, it shows very clearly that the meaning of Christianity means different things to different people. No wonder so many people are confused what being a Christian means. We have to do better. We have to stand strong in love and continue to carry out THE GREAT COMMISSION in love. I also will share with you what God showed me this week very clearly, “My babies know more than what you think”
Planned Parenthood’s New Clergy Advisory Board–‘Reproductive Rights Are a Matter of Faith’?
WASHINGTON (RNS) — The Planned Parenthood Federation of America is announcing a new slate of faith leaders for its clergy advisory board who mostly hail from states controlled by Republicans or in the South, a move officials say follows a “wave of lawmakers” such as Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock who have worked to “proudly champion reproductive rights as a matter of faith.”
Alexis McGill Johnson, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, celebrated the announcement.
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I get sick to my stomach as stories like this come out. This is another wake up call for the Church!
THE CHRISTIAN POST REPORTS:
Former Desiring God writer Paul Maxwell announces he’s no longer Christian
Paul Maxwell, a former Desiring God writer and the author of the book The Trauma of Doctrine, has announced he is no longer a Christian.
“What I really miss is connection with people,” Maxwell said on his Instagram feed. “What I’ve discovered is that I’m ready to connect again. And I’m kind of ready not to be angry anymore. I love you guys and I love all the friendships and support I’ve built here. And I think it’s important to say that I’m just not a Christian anymore, and it feels really good. I’m really happy.”
Former Desiring God writer Paul Maxwell announces he’s no longer Christian-The Christian Post
I have to say that I agree with Francis Chan on many of his points! Much of the Church in America has become too much like the world we live in. Years ago the late, great man of God Chuck Colson said, “The Church has turned into a high school pep rally.”
Francis Chan criticizes Western Church for lack of unity, obsession with busyness
THE CHRISTIAN POST REPORTS:
Pastor and bestselling author Francis Chan has criticized the Western Church for its lack of unity and obsession with busyness, stressing that the power and witness of the Body of Christ hinges on its oneness.
“We’re not sober-minded. We are taking in so much. We have no self-control. We wake up and we just want to see what’s going on,” the former California megachurch pastor told Exponential CEO Todd Wilson on Thursday.
Francis Chan criticizes Western Church for lack of unity – The Christian Post
