School of the Bible : The Christian Post "HEADLINE NEWS" Front Page Wednesday March 28 2012 Nisan 5, 5772

Mark Driscoll: 8 Truths About Jesus and the Cross

By Alex Murashko

With the celebration of Easter less than two weeks away, megachurch pastor Mark Driscoll outlined what he called the eight truths about the reason for Jesus' death on the cross in a recent blog post.

BOOKS

John Ramsey Tells of Finding God Through Extreme Suffering

The father of JonBenet Ramsey, the six-year-old beauty pageant queen whose 1996 murder has yet to be solved, shares in a new book that it was faith in God that helped him overcome the tremendous ordeal and suffering he has endured throughout the case, which saw he and his wife eyed as suspects.

MOVIE

'The Resurrection:' Hollywood Producer Aims for God's Sequel to 'The Passion'

Eight years after watching the phenomenal success of Mel Gibson's "The Passion of the Christ," Hollywood promoter and producer David Wood remains steadfast to a vision that he credits to God – the story of the resurrection of Jesus Christ told by way of a major motion picture.

OPINION

Arguments on Obamacare

How will the Supreme Court decide the Obamacare case? And what will factor into their decision?

MARRIAGE

Can a Woman Lead in a Spiritually Unequal Marriage?

The hardest part of a marriage in which the husband is not a Christian is balancing spiritual leadership roles, say relationship experts and authors Lynn Donovan and Dineen Miller.

CHURCH

Ex-Gay Becomes Deacon at Local Church

Dean is an important member of his local church. He is a deacon, and says he sometimes gets so busy with ministry that he has to shut off his phone so he can rest and not take any calls. Dean is also a former homosexual, who says sanctification – the process by which Christians are increasingly set apart for Christ through obedience – is a process that lasts a lifetime.

COLUMN

Why All Christians are Actually Non-Denominational

Your church building may have a denominational name on it. Your mouth might speak often of your own particular denomination. And the majority of your friends may all belong to your denomination. But I'll tell this much....there is no denominational label imprinted on your soul....and there will be no denominations in heaven.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

The Contraceptive Misnomer: Why Evangelicals Should Re-evaluate Their Stance on Birth Control

With all the furor generated lately concerning contraception and abortion, it would be very difficult for anyone who is even paying the slightest attention to not at least minimally reflect on these hot button issues. As Christ followers, it is not an unhealthy exercise to evaluate our own views on these topics.

LIVING

Christian Wives Talk Thriving With Nonbelieving Husbands

The Bible is clear about not being "unequally yoked," but what if you become a Christian once married and your spouse doesn't follow suit?

OPINION

Should Christians Boycott Starbucks?

In this case (and in many like it) a boycott exposes us to all of our worst tendencies. Christians are tempted, again and again, to fight like the devil to please the Lord.

THEOLOGY

What Is God's Relationship to People Who Are in Hell?

God's wrath remains on them. He is separate from them, in that they are not allowed to enjoy any of his grace and beauty.

MISSIONS

Entire Mosques Coming to Christ in Sub-Saharan Africa, Says Former Church Planter

The idea of tens of thousands of former Muslims coming to Jesus Christ in North Africa within a few short years is mind-boggling. But entire mosques coming to faith? That news is even harder to wrap one's mind around, but it is in fact what is happening according to reports from a former church planter among Muslims in West Africa.

COLUMN

The 60-Second Workout for Spiritual Health

Are you sick and tired of being defeated by the same sin in your life over and over again? If so, have you started fighting back like a boxer in the ring? Or are you taking a passive approach while sin and Satan just pummel you with body blows and head shots? My friend, it is well past time to start fighting back in the power of God.

CHURCH

TD Jakes: We Are Born Forgiving in Nature; Unforgiveness Is Learned

Contrary to popular opinion, forgiveness is innate and unforgiveness is learned from our environment, says T.D. Jakes, pastor of the 30,000-member The Potter's House in Dallas and New York Times bestselling author.

OPINION

Caring for Spiritual Orphans: Elephants in Our Midst

Over the past few years the desire and drive to place orphan care and adoption on the front burner of Christian life has been a success. However, there is another type of orphan that needs attention too. Yes, they can be found overseas, but more than likely they are within arms length of many church leaders and members.

CHURCH & MINISTRIES

SBC's 'Start-a-Church Sunday' Reminds Christians to Do Just That

There are currently more than 45,000 Southern Baptist churches across the United States. Most of those churches, however, are concentrated in the South, with fewer churches located in states like New York and New Jersey.

CP BLOG

Is God Necessary to Religion? Part II, Critiquing Gutting

Gary Gutting's article cites John Gray's argument that religion's importance is based less on the content of a person's beliefs, and more about the way he or she lives. As we saw in Part I, Gutting writes that religion becomes problematic once belief in God and eternal life are seen to be centrally important.

CP BLOG

5 Things You Should Be Careful Saying to Your Pastor

You may have caught my 5 Things a Pastor Should Never Say or my 7 Phrases a Pastor Should Regularly Say Off-Stage. Today's a bit different, though. Today, it's all about you. Because sometimes you forget that we pastors are people, too. We’re not superhumans. We’re not mini gods.

U.S.

Are Some Professions 'Off-Limits' for Christians?

Are there some careers that should be considered "off-limits" for Christians due to the nature of the job? Not according to Gene Edward Veith, provost and professor of literature at Patrick Henry College

OPINION

The Line Between Good and Evil

A decorated American soldier has allegedly become a mass murderer. Why? How? Well, look inside your own heart.

EDUCATION

Professor: Mother Teresa Taught Me How Secularism 'Radically' Diminishes Search for Truth

Christianity gives the best picture of how to bring justice to the poor, said a professor and author who had work with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, India.

U.S.

Atheist Activist With Failing Vision Gets Help From Christians

Atheist activist Patrick Greene had plans to sue Henderson County, Texas, just a few months ago if the county did not move its nativity scene from the courthouse lawn to a private property. He eventually dropped his threats, however, after discovering he was quickly losing his vision. Not long after his decision was reported, donations began pouring in from Christians who wanted to lend the non-believer a helping hand, with no strings attached.

WORLD

Open Doors: Growth of Christianity in Iran 'Explosive'

Despite the Iranian government's ongoing crackdown of Christians living in the primarily Islamic country, the number of Muslims converting to become Christians is growing at an explosive rate, according to the persecution watchdog group Open Doors USA.

REVIEW

Koshering Jesus a Bit Too Much: A Jewish Review of Shmuley Boteach's 'Kosher Jesus'

I was thrilled when I read that Rabbi Shmuley Boteach had taken on the very controversial subject of the Jews adopting Jesus as a "member of the tribe" in his new book, "Kosher Jesus."

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