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Question: “Does the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) lean toward contemplative?”

September 1, 2013 by Lighthouse Trails Editors

QUESTION: Does the Evangelical Free [EFCA] lean toward contemplative. I don’t hear it, but [Rick] Warren is one of our pastor’s favorite authors and . . . I don’t mean to imply that liking Warren will necessarily lead to the contemplative movement but, in my experience, favorite “whatevers” have a tendency to influence. Thanks for … [Read more…]

MASK-E-PE-TOON: A STORY OF FORGIVENESS
by Lighthouse Trails author on October 13, 2024 at 1:55 pm
MASK-E-PE-TOON: A STORY OF FORGIVENESS A true story taken from Northern Campfires and Indian Wigwams (LT edition) By Egerton Ryerson YoungMissionary to the Cree people in Northern Manitoba in the late 1800s The following incident occurred years ago on the great plains of the Canadian Northwest, long before the waves of Anglo-Saxon civilization began to surge over those glorious fertile ... [Read more...] The post MASK-E-PE-TOON: A STORY OF FORGIVENESS appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
12-Year Political Persecution Against Baker Jack Phillips Finally Over – “Free speech is for everyone.”
by Miscellaneous News Source on October 12, 2024 at 12:48 pm
12-Year Political Persecution Against Baker Jack Phillips Finally Over – “Free speech is for everyone.” LTRJ Note: The following is posted for informational purposes. Note about Phillips’ case: Jack Phillips did not refuse to bake a cake for a transgender couple. He said he would bake a cake for anyone. But he refused to decorate a cake in such a fashion that would go against his convictions as a Christian. ... [Read more...] The post 12-Year Political Persecution Against Baker Jack Phillips Finally Over – “Free speech is for everyone.” appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Letter to the Editor: Being Caught Off Guard by “Jesus Calling” Led to Dangerous Spiritual Encounter
by Lighthouse Trails Editors on October 9, 2024 at 1:04 pm
Letter to the Editor: Being Caught Off Guard by “Jesus Calling” Led to Dangerous Spiritual Encounter LTRJ Note: For more than ten years and with dozens of posts, Lighthouse Trails has been warning about the dangers and unbiblical nature of Jesus Calling. Below is a recent letter we received by a woman who was caught off guard by Jesus Calling. Below this letter, we have listed a few of the other ... [Read more...] The post Letter to the Editor: Being Caught Off Guard by “Jesus Calling” Led to Dangerous Spiritual Encounter appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Halloween! A Warning to Christian Parents
by Lighthouse Trails author on October 8, 2024 at 2:00 pm
Halloween! A Warning to Christian Parents LTRP Note: This warning by former New Ager Johanna Michaelsen is also available as a Lighthouse Trails booklet, suitable to give to parents and grandparents. We also offer a special Halloween Give-Away Pack. The pack is only $2.75 and includes the booklet below plus two Gospel tracts (Tricky Treats and Heaven Is No Trick) and a Bible-verse coloring book. ... [Read more...] The post Halloween! A Warning to Christian Parents appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Necromancy in the Church—No Statute of Limitations on False Teaching
by Guest Writers on October 8, 2024 at 1:27 am
Necromancy in the Church—No Statute of Limitations on False Teaching LTRP Note: In August of this year, veteran free-lance writer Jim Fletcher attended Promise Keeper’s Daring Faith conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mr. Fletcher went to the event as part of his research to write the following article about necromancy in the church, Promise Keeper’s role, and Steve Berger’s book Have Heart, a book that though ... [Read more...] The post Necromancy in the Church—No Statute of Limitations on False Teaching appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Remembering October 7th and Praying for Israel
by Lighthouse Trails Editors on October 7, 2024 at 11:44 am
Remembering October 7th and Praying for Israel The post Remembering October 7th and Praying for Israel appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
“Drug Possession Becomes Illegal Again in Oregon as Decriminalization Law Expires”
by Miscellaneous News Source on October 6, 2024 at 12:37 am
“Drug Possession Becomes Illegal Again in Oregon as Decriminalization Law Expires” LTRP Note: The following is posted for informational and research purposes. By Aldgra FredlyThe Epoch Times Oregon’s experiment with drug decriminalization came to an end on Sept. 1, with a law now in effect that re-criminalizes the possession of small amounts of certain drugs in the state. The law, HB 4002, passed in March, makes ... [Read more...] The post “Drug Possession Becomes Illegal Again in Oregon as Decriminalization Law Expires” appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Another Jesus or the True Jesus – Whom Are You Serving?
by Lighthouse Trails author on October 5, 2024 at 11:42 am
Another Jesus or the True Jesus – Whom Are You Serving? By Roger Oakland The apostle Paul was a man with a passion for the truth. While his ministry clearly focused on proclaiming the saving grace of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, he was also concerned when he saw the truth being compromised by Satan’s subtle deceptive plan. While Paul made every effort to teach the church ... [Read more...] The post Another Jesus or the True Jesus – Whom Are You Serving? appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
My Visit to My Friend’s Yoga Class
by Guest Writers on October 4, 2024 at 10:58 am
My Visit to My Friend’s Yoga Class By Phyllis Buckman(Used with permission.) As I waited for the Yoga class to begin, I watched people come and go from the large, well-equipped fitness facility that offers top-notch weights, treadmills, stair-climbers, exercise classes, swimming, and more. Most members entered looking fresh and clean; those leaving appeared red-faced, sweaty, and “worked-out.” Often, I’ve thought of ... [Read more...] The post My Visit to My Friend’s Yoga Class appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.
Praying for Israel: A Burdensome Stone to the Nations and the Apple of God’s Eye
by Lighthouse Trails author on October 1, 2024 at 8:14 pm
Praying for Israel: A Burdensome Stone to the Nations and the Apple of God’s Eye Israel—A Burdensome Stone to the Nations and the Apple of God’s Eye By Mike Oppenheimer A new war rages by the estranged brethren of Abraham as the question of the ownership of the land and the people are still the main issue. However, there is no debate as to ownership; this question has been settled ... [Read more...] The post Praying for Israel: A Burdensome Stone to the Nations and the Apple of God’s Eye appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project.

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