Times of crisis can make us feel like “normal” prayers are not enough. They can make us feel like we need to pull out the big guns (spiritually speaking) to engage in heavy spiritual warfare. As a result, more and more people are declaring an end to COVID-19 and applying Jesus’ blood. Some are […]
In a previous post I wrote that Christians should not be declaring and decreeing things over their lives. While I did give some specific examples of the types of declarations I had in mind, some people responded to me rightly noting that there are some cases where Christians can legitimately declare certain biblical truths over their lives. I agree. I am, nevertheless, concerned that […]
There is a growing trend among evangelical Christians where some feel they should declare or decree things over their lives. This is particularly true among those who are influenced by the Pentecostal-Charismatic movement and, more specifically, the prosperity gospel. For example, one prominent independent Pentecostal preacher encourages the readers of his bestselling book to declare […]
Have you heard the new song sung by Chris Davenport, Brandon Lake, and Cody Carnes? It’s called “Plead the blood.” You can take a look at the lyrics here. Here is another song that many people will love to listen to over and over again…even though some aspects of it seem biblically problematic. What’s on […]
Sometimes I hesitate to call myself “blessed.” I wonder, “if I am blessed because I have something, then what about those who don’t have the same thing? Does that mean God has not blessed them?” It makes me feel a little guilty. Furthermore, the idea of being “blessed” is sometimes associated with prosperity gospel teaching, […]
I recently presented on the topic of The Inspiration and Authority of the Bible. It was part of a Horizon Seminary event with the topic, “Why Does the Bible Matter? The Transformative Impact of the Scriptures.” In my presentation, I emphasized the need for a “deep view of Scripture” (in comparison to a low or high view of Scripture).
I am an Indigenous Canadian Christian of Mi’kmaq decent (Atlantic Canada). My identity is complicated by the fact that I am not a visible minority (like many Mi’kmaq people, I don’t share the stereotypical First Nation look), I didn’t grow up on a reserve (though most Indigenous people in Canada do not live on reserves), […]
The Psalms have gained prominence among Christians since the rise of COVID-19. Psalm 91 has been particularly popular. This is understandable given that it speaks of how God will save you “from the deadly disease” (v. 3, NLT), and the assurance that “pestilence” and “plague” (v. 6, NIV) “will not come near you” (v. 7). How are we to interpret such claims […]
Is there power in the tongue? Of course….but…what does the Bible mean when it refers to the power of the tongue? Some Christians claim that because we are created in the image of God, we […]
Finally, a guide to drive demons out of cats. Number 10 will surprise you! 🙂 […]