Lighthouse Trails has been a vocal critic of The Chosen for over two years because we firmly believe that the “Jesus” being portrayed in The Chosen is a false christ and not the “authentic” Jesus that producer Dallas Jenkins insists he is. Sadly, many Christians have become absolutely enamored with the Jesus of The Chosen. … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Lighthouse Trails received the following notice from 419Fund* recently regarding Philip Zodhiates, the man who was wrongly incarcerated for over two years in a U.S. Federal prison. Last month we announced the release of Philip’s new book, Innocent: The Price One Man Paid for Doing What Is Right. We would like to encourage … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Lighthouse Trails has been posting articles by Manny Silva for many years. Manny became part of a group called Concerned Nazarenes over fifteen years ago to warn the Church of the Nazarene denomination about the emergent movement and how it was entering into that denomination. Those warnings were largely unheeded by Nazarene leadership. … [Read more…]
As many of our readers know, Lighthouse Trails began supporting the Understand the Times (Roger Oakland) missions outreach – Bryce Homes of Kenya – in 2011. Since then, many Kenyan Christian families (primarily widows and children) have been assisted. Lighthouse Trails readers have been a vital part of the ongoing support of this missions work. … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following is posted for informational and research purposes. By Chris KatulkaIsrael, My Glory magazine By now, you know that on October 7, 2023, Hamas attacked the Jewish state. It launched 5,000 rockets into southern and central Israel, while Hamas terrorists stormed Israeli towns on the Gaza border. They rapidly overtook Sderot, Kfar … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Don and Joy Veinot are the co-authors of the recently released expanded edition of A Matter of Basic Principles: The Cultish Teachings of Bill Gothard (released by Midwest Christian Outreach this past fall.) By Don and Joy VeinotMidwest Christian Outreach MCOI Note: Bill Gothard’s unique and at times, unbiblical teachings have impacted churches, … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: On the subject of Halloween, Lighthouse Trails has a Halloween Give-Away Pack that can be given to children and parents. If ordered, we will mail it right away so U.S. orders will arrive within a few days. Or you can read (and print) free online the booklet/article Halloween: A Warning to Christian Parents … [Read more…]
By Manny Silva (a former Nazarene)Concerned Nazarenes When Israel was established as a nation again on May 14, 1948, that very day, she was attacked by Arab armies from Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Egypt. Saudi Arabia also joined in with a group of soldiers that fought under the Egyptian command. They gathered from all sides … [Read more…]
Mary Danielsen, the host for the Stand Up for the Truth podcast and radio program, interviewed former political prisoner, Philip Zodhiates, who spent two and a half years in a U.S. prison. We hope you will listen to this 55-minute long interview. Here is the link: https://www.standupforthetruth.com/2023/10/philip-zodhiates-the-high-cost-of-defending-the-defenseless. Related Information: Southern Poverty Lawsuit Against Child Protectors … [Read more…]
By Linda HarveyMission America Reports from the recent annual meeting of the National Education Association, the nation’s largest teacher’s union, are shocking. The new projects approved by delegates from schools all over the country, added to the collective policies endorsed by this organization over many years, are heartbreaking and portend disaster for our country and our schools. … [Read more…]
As many of our readers know, Lighthouse Trails began supporting the Understand the Times (Roger Oakland) missions outreach – Bryce Homes of Kenya – in 2011. Since then, many Kenyan Christian families (especially widows and children) have been assisted. Lighthouse Trails readers have been a big part of the ongoing support of this missions work. … [Read more…]
LTRJ Note: The following news release from 4 Winds USA is posted for informational and research purposes. Press Release by 4 Winds USA World Athletics (Track and Field) [track and field’s governing body] has banned transgender athletes. Additionally, they decided that intersex athletes will have to keep their testosterone levels under 2.5 nanomoles for at … [Read more…]
If you can’t join The Berean Call in person this year in Bend, Oregon, we hope that you will join them online September 1-3. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR OUR ONLINE CONFERENCE. How to Watch the Conference: The Conference will be available on: Youtube, Brighteon, Roku, our app, and our podcasts. Speakers: Rob Congdon Dave Hunt Carl Kerby T. A. McMahon … [Read more…]
Presented by The Word Like Fire Ministries Video is done by a former Mormon whom we have featured before. Recently Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, has tried to wiggle out of some of his comments such as Christians and Mormons “love the same Jesus.” This excellent and short video demonstrates that, in spite his masterful effort … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: For 12 years, Lighthouse Trails has been reporting on the story of former lesbian, now Christian, Lisa Miller, who fled the U.S. eleven years ago with her young daughter, Isabella, to protect her from a zealous pro-LGBT Vermont legal system who sought to steal custody away from Lisa and hand it over to a non-parental … [Read more…]
By Dennis and Rauni HigleyFormer leaders and teachers in the Mormon churchH.I.S. Ministries International Thank you for writing about The Chosen series. We are so pleased to see it. We hope you do not mind that we’ll suggest that all our warnings about The Chosen need to start from the beginning – i.e. from the … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following YouTube video is posted for informational and research purposes. It is a talk given on March 4th by Oregon pastor, Brett Meador and provides interesting insights and biblical discussion on current events.
Did you know that in the hugely popular series, The Chosen, the apostle Peter continually calls John the Baptist “creepy John”? Yet the Bible highly esteems John the Baptist saying he would “be great in the sight of the Lord” and come in the spirit and power of Elijah—Luke 1:15-17. Did you know that in … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Lighthouse Trails readers have been supporting the Bryce Homes for Widows and Children in Kenya since 2011 when Roger Oakland of Understand the Times established the program there. To learn more about the Bryce Homes and/or to help support them, visit Understand the Times. By the Bryce Homes Board in Kenya The month … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following story if from John Shaw Anderson’s book, Heroes of the Faith in Modern Italy (first published in 1914*). Lighthouse Trails decided to add this book to our collection of resources as we saw the immense value of these true stories of courageous men and women in Italy in the late 1800s, when to … [Read more…]
By Dave HuntThe Berean Call Prayer breakfasts often promote the appealing lie that God will bless the plans of anyone who calls upon Him to do so. Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims and atheists are all welcomed and nothing must be said at such ecumenical gatherings that might offend those of “other faiths.” Therefore, speakers generally offer … [Read more…]
By Linda Harvey Did you know that math supports capitalist and imperialist views, and that teachers need to deconstruct its inherent racism? This “woke” message from the Oregon Department of Education to the state’s educators is just the latest example of radical instruction in American schools. And some of the worst is found in middle schools. Middle … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following interview between T.A. McMahon of The Berean Call and Carl Teichrib (author of Game of Gods) highlights the increase of drug use in our present culture. Tied in with the spiritual atmosphere of today where esoteric experiences are sought after by both secular and religious people and recreational marijuana is becoming … [Read more…]
LTRJ Note: The following is posted for informational and research purposes. By Linda HarveyMission: America Had enough of 2020? Time to move on? There’s one “great reset” we may all welcome, and that’s the need to get this miserable year behind us. But first, let’s shine a bright light into the tunnels, alleyways, and shadows … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Lighthouse Trails readers have been supporting Roger Oakland’s Bryce Homes for Widows and Children Program in Kenya for many years. Below is a year-end report from the board members and overseeing pastors in Kenya. Also, check out the new slideshow (below) we put together with some of the photos from 2020. Please remember … [Read more…]
Pastor Brett Meador, from Athey Creek Christian Fellowship in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area, gave a “Prophecy Update” on December 4th that discusses many current events (see link below) that our readers may find helpful.* Pastor Meador speaks from a pre-trib point of view, but even those who are not of that persuasion can benefit … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: As our editors and authors have expressed clearly for 18 years, Lighthouse Trails loves the Jewish people and believes that the nation of Israel has significance in Bible prophecy. We are grateful for The Berean Call’s answer below. Over the last six years, four different sets of people (Lighthouse Trails Readers) have shown … [Read more…]
Note: This past week, Canadian singer, Trevor Baker, wrote this song. You can read the words below and click here to listen to him singing it. Praise Him in the Bad Times Did the world around you crumble, are you throwin up your hands So afraid you’re gonna stumble, and mess up all your earthly … [Read more…]
“What does God’s Word say about times of isolation, imprisonment, and confinement? Much actually.” By Sarah LeslieHerescope Blog It was late Spring of May 1984 when I first noticed there was a problem. After a trip to the doctor with an ultrasound I was sent home with very strict orders: “Lie back propped up, don’t … [Read more…]