01
Oct
Faith or Fear? Exorcism and the Role of the Church
Exorcism in the African Church is incredibly widespread. But we have to ask ourselves: Is deliverance ministry really the Church’s main purpose? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. www.ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa.
24
Sep
God’s Glory—and Your Salvation
Many people are asking: “Will Ravi Zacharias be saved in the end?” Such questions naturally haunt us in our own private encounters with sin: How will this affect my eternal fate? Does this sin endanger my salvation? But by focusing on these kinds of questions we skew biblical priorities. Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya explains.... Read More
19
Sep
BEWARE! Hyper-Grace and the Prosperity Gospel
Two especially toxic teachings are threatening the health of the church today: “hyper-grace” and the “Prosperity Gospel.” What does the Bible really teach us about grace and prosperity? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. More on this topic:Grasping the True Grace of God (article)Hyper-Grace (videos)
17
Sep
Deliverance Ministry: Learning from Jesus’ Example
Jesus was certainly aware of demons in the New Testament. His ministry of deliverance, however, was very different from what is going on in many churches today, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. www.ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa.
10
Sep
ANXIOUS TIMES: Wisdom and Comfort from Psalm 120
Psalms 120–134 are known as the “Songs of Ascent,” sung by the Israelites as they journeyed to Jerusalem for their annual festivals. Rodgers Atwebembeire summarizes these 15 Psalms, focusing on Psalm 120: What should we do when we are in distress? Listen and be blessed!
04
Sep
FALSE TEACHINGS: What Does the Bible Say?
What does the Bible say about false teachings? A lot! From Matthew to Revelation, almost every book in the New Testament warns us to be on our guard. Learn the six main kinds of false teaching, the nine enemies of truth, and more as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.
03
Sep
How to Help a Loved One Who Has Joined a Cult
How do I carefully, lovingly, yet biblically, help someone trapped in a cult? Rodgers Atwebembeire shares 7 things to remember, and 5 ways to share the truth in love. www.ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa.
21
Aug
Answering William Branham and His “Message”
Although William Marrion Branham died over 50 years ago, his influence is still felt around the world. Was he a true prophet of God—or a deceiver? Rodgers Atwebembeire examines the claims of Branham and his followers in the light of Scripture.
20
Aug
How Should You Respond to Cults?
RECOGNIZING AND RESISTING CULTS (Part 5) Christians often ask, “How should the church respond to cults? If I am a Christian—or even a pastor—and I know of a cultic group that is operating in my neighbourhood, what should be my response?” CFAR East Africa director Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. www.ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The... Read More
14
Aug
Discerning the Distortions of Andrew Wommack
Andrew Wommack spreads his message on prosperity and healing across the world through “the power of radio and television,” his Charis Bible Colleges, and ample use of the Internet. But are his claims biblically sound? Because Scripture warns Christians to beware of false teachers, we must carefully examine and answer his potentially devastating doctrines in... Read More