By Roger Oakland Understand the Times, International The Titanic was one of the greatest ships that has ever sailed the seas. When built it was considered unsinkable. Today, when the name Titanic is mentioned, we think of one thing – the boat that was, is no more. It’s at the bottom of the sea. What … [Read more…]
To Lighthouse Trails: Hello there, I am hoping you can provide some assistance with this question I have. With the influx of the heresies that are being introduced into the church, how am I supposed to go about finding a church that’s not being infiltrated. I keep looking for churches where I have recently moved … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: This is a follow up to an article we posted last week: NBC News: World Vision to Hire Homosexual “Married” Couples . It’s difficult not to feel appalled at what World Vision is doing in both last week’s decision to hire homosexual couples and in this week’s reversal decision trying to say they … [Read more…]
By Penny Starr CNS News The Very Rev. Gary Hall, chief ecclesiastical leader and executive officer of the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., said in a sermon on Sunday that “homophobia” and “heterosexism” are sins. “In its wisdom, the church came to its senses and labeled both racism and sexism as sinful,” Hall said. “And … [Read more…]
By Ray Yungen I believe the Bible contains an important passage, which clearly indicates a change of times and seasons may indeed be at hand. In Matthew 24:3-5, which is a chapter dealing with the tribulation period, Jesus spoke these words to His disciples concerning the signs of His coming and the end of the … [Read more…]
By Way of Life Ministries During his state visit to Israel, President Barack Obama made some powerful statements about Israel’s right to exist, but he cancelled those with his statements about the “right” of a Palestinian state. Speaking to students at the Jerusalem Convention Center on March 21, Obama said, “But make no mistake: those … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland Understand the Times, International Reaching the present generation with the gospel of Jesus Christ is a challenge for pastors today. Young people growing up in the 21st century have a completely different worldview than their parents. Education and society in general have programmed their minds so that they believe there are no … [Read more…]
Update 2: Catholics pull out from IHOP-KC Onething Conference, Deaton murder a factor? Update 1: Former Protestants, now Catholic converts, speaking at IHOP-KC Onething 2012 By John Lanagan My Word Like Fire Ministries An event of great significance is taking place. Mike Bickle of International House of Prayer is (very quietly) partnering with the Catholic … [Read more…]
by Roger Oakland Understand the Times There is a pattern we find throughout the Word of God. God always warns before He brings judgment on sinful man. God is merciful and never reacts quickly without giving sinners a chance to repent. While He hates sin, He has often allowed men to carry on even if … [Read more…]
1. An Epidemic of Apostasy – Christian Seminaries Must Incorporate “Spiritual Formation” to Become Accredited What do Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Biola Seminary, Fuller Theological Seminary, Dallas Theological Seminary, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Urshan Graduate School of Theology, Briercrest College and Seminary, Eastern Mennonite Seminary, Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, Multnomah Biblical Seminary, Trinity Evangelical … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland www.understandthetimes.org As Paul, an enemy of God, was journeying on the Road to Damascus, carrying out his mission to condemn Christians and have them put to death, suddenly, and unexpectedly, he was confronted with a bright light and the Lord’s voice asking, “why persecutest thou me?” [1] It was an experience that … [Read more…]
Dear Lighthouse Trails: Thank you for the ministry you and your husband do. It helps me feel like I am not alone…nor crazy. It also gives me invaluable information so that I can be aware as I raise my son. I am in So. Cal. I’m married with a thirteen year old boy. In the … [Read more…]
The subject of peace has been thought about, written about, and passed through the lips of countless people over the centuries. Human history has been racked by violence and unrest since the fall of man, making peace an evasive commodity that has only been known for relatively short periods of time. We wanted to take … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland Understand the Times Ministries, International Ever since the commentary “Another Spirit or the Holy Spirit?” was published, a number of Calvary Chapel pastors have contacted us and asked to be removed from the Understand the Times mailing list. While none of them gave any specific reasons, we can only assume it was … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland Understand the Times The Bible teaches that a one-world religion will be a characteristic of the Last Days. While Jesus Christ is preparing His bride, Satan, God’s adversary, is preparing the crowning of the harlot. This counterfeit harlot “bride” is being set up to prepare the way for the counterfeit “Christ.” This … [Read more…]
This is a time in history that every professing Christian leader and pastor should take very soberly. It is a time for true humility and true repentance. If there is not humility and repentance, Christian pastors and leaders need to know – your sin will indeed find you out. By Roger Oakland Understand the Times, … [Read more…]
“How do you think that the great deceiver works? Does he show up in a hideous looking devil’s suit? What would be a good way for Satan to get a foot in the door of the church and many would not know it?” – Roger Oakland Commentary by Roger Oakland Understand the Times Many have … [Read more…]
From Understand the Times with Roger Oakland Understand The Times has added UTT Radio to our site. This is an extension of UTTTV. You can watch videos and listen to messages. Roger Oakland was the guest speaker at Faith Baptist Church in Saskatoon on 4/10/11. The topic was World History; Church History; And What You … [Read more…]
by Roger Oakland Understand the Times International Former Calvary Chapel teacher and lecturer As I pen these words, a conference is taking place this weekend that is further indication of the spiritual deception and the blurring of lines happening in the church today. Some call this deception in the church a conspiracy. In our view, the … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: For informational and research purposes only. Not posted as an endorsement. By DAWN BAUMGARTNER VAUGHAN The Herald Sun of Durham Associated Press DURHAM, N.C. The room is about the size of an office. In fact, it once was an office. A wall is lined with cabinets and bookshelves. Another wall has … [Read more…]
This is the first posting of several covering our 2010 YEAR IN REVIEW. In this first posting, we are listing the top story from seven different categories. Other postings will show the top ten stories in each particular category. While we realize it is very difficult to read everything that comes from Lighthouse Trails, we … [Read more…]
BY ROGER OAKLAND Understand the Times A message is burning in my heart. While I have not been active in ministry this past year because of what has been a “forced sabbatical,” I am thankful to report that God has raised me up from the brink of death. I thank God for His healing touch. Once more … [Read more…]
Update: See our more recent article on this topic: John Piper Interview: Rick Warren is “Biblical” – “He’s Been Slandered” LTRP Note: Lighthouse Trails finds it no surprise that popular preacher John Piper has invited New Age sympathizer Leonard Sweet co-worker Rick Warren to speak at his upcoming Desiring God conference. In 2006, Piper invited contemplative proponent … [Read more…]