By Dr. Harry A. Ironside In the Epistle of the Romans, we have the words: For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of … [Read more…]
NEW BOOKLET: The Expectation of His Return by Dr. Harry A. Ironside is our newest Lighthouse Trails Booklet. The Booklet is 14 pages long and sells for $1.95 for single copies. Quantity discounts are as much as 50% off retail. Our Booklets are designed to give away to others or for your own personal use. … [Read more…]
By Dr. Harry Ironside In the eighth chapter of the Epistle of the Romans, reading from verse 18, we have the words: “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth … [Read more…]
We have to be prepared to take the security measures necessary for our immediate protection. . . .The answer is to promote views that are open-minded and tolerant towards those who are different, and to fight the formal, informal and internet propagation of closed-minded intolerance.” – Tony Blair The following article (below) written by Tony Blair illustrates … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: For a number of years now, Lighthouse Trails author Roger Oakland has been warning the body of Christ about the Catholic Church’s “new evangelization” program, which is basically an effort to bring the “lost brethren” (Protestants) into the Catholic church. Roger has been stating all along that to do this the Papacy is … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: The following news article shows how Bible prophecy of the days before Christ’s return is again being fulfilled. In the Catechism of the Catholic church, homosexuality is a “mortal sin” (a sin, they say, that will condemn you and send you to hell). Now the Catholic church is being led by a man who implies … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland You may not have heard the term before, but contextual theology is a prominent message from the emerging church. In his book, Models of Contextual Theology(1992), Stephen B. Bevans defines contextual theology as: …a way of doing theology in which one takes into account: the spirit and message of the gospel; the … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: For the past several years, since 2007 when Roger Oakland’s expose on the emerging church (Faith Undone) came out, some figures in the emerging church tried to say that the emerging church was dead. We knew that was not true, even though at times there were efforts to change the name of the … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Brian McLaren, one of the original “Terra Nova” emergent leaders, is asking followers to send substantial amounts of money for a mystery project that McLaren says will go toward a “broad-based, diverse, and deep Christian movement.” Lighthouse Trails has done extensive research on Brian McLaren for nearly 10 years. Please refer to the … [Read more…]
by Roger Oakland Understand the Times International According to the Scriptures and the events that we see happening around us, we are living in the last days. The Bible states that the last days will be perilous. Webster’s Dictionary defines the word perilous to mean dangerous, grave, threatening, unsafe, and unhealthy. Does this not describe the world today? This … [Read more…]
Several Christian media outlets are announcing the “friendship” between evangelical mega-evangelist Luis Palau and the new Jesuit Pope who was elected at the Vatican in Italy this past week. Headlines are letting Christians know that one of their most popular evangelists has a special relationship with “Pope Francis.” Palau is not the only evangelical leader … [Read more…]
LTRP Note: Nearly two years ago, we issued this special report. With a newly elected Jesuit Pope in the Vatican, we thought it would be timely to repost this important article. It is also in booklet form as one of our new Print Booklet Tracts. An Understand the Times/Lighthouse Trails Special Report (Booklet Form) According … [Read more…]
Why is there almost no call for spiritual discernment within the Church? . . . Why are there so few warnings about a counterfeit “new gospel” movement that maligns the person of Jesus Christ and threatens the lives of His followers?- Warren B. Smith by Warren B. Smith (author of False Christ Coming: Does Anybody Care? ) … [Read more…]
How to Know When the Emerging Church Shows Signs of Emerging Into Your Church, written by Roger Oakland, is our newest Lighthouse Trails Booklet. The booklet is 16 pages long and sells for $1.50 for single copies. Quantity discounts are as much as 50% off retail. This booklet is specifically geared toward passing out to those … [Read more…]
By Larry DeBruyn Guarding His Flock Ministries Throughout this inter-advent age–the time between Jesus’ Incarnation and Second Coming, or Parousia–Jesus and John warned that false prophets would arise preaching the doctrine of replacement christs (Matthew 24:5, 23-24; 1 John 2:18). As Jesus’ coming draws nearer, and as pictured by the image of Messiah’s birth pangs, … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland Understand the Times, International He is commonly known as “America’s Pastor.” One of his books, The Purpose Driven Life, has been listed as one of the most widely distributed books ever published. Pastors from around the world follow his every move. He has become the leading voice with regard to church-growth methodology. … [Read more…]
The reason Christian leaders aren’t taking the New Age more seriously is because figures, like [Rick] Warren, are not ringing out a warning and are themselves being influenced and deceived by the New Age. – Warren B. Smith Ten years after the first edition of Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life was released, Zondervan has … [Read more…]
By Roger Oakland (author of Faith Undone) Over 400,000 churches have now participated in Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven program. Quite obviously, millions of Christians have bought into the idea that the details of Christ’s return are none of our business, and we must help usher in a new reformation to eradicate the global problems facing … [Read more…]
A recent Orange County Register news story titled “Rick Warren builds bridge to Muslims” has caught the attention of many people including several online news sources. The story resulted in a rebuttal by Rick Warren, denying the allegations the article made. For those who are trying to figure out what Rick Warren’s true beliefs are regarding Muslims … [Read more…]
In 2007 and 2008, books, videos, broadcasts, and news articles were pouring into mainstream America with a guilt-ridden message that basically manipulated conservative Christians into thinking that either they shouldn’t vote because “Jesus wouldn’t vote,” or they shouldn’t vote on morality issues such as abortion or homosexuality. Suddenly, all over the place there was talk … [Read more…]
By Tony Pearce (from The Messiah Factor) The New Testament belief is that the Messiah came the first time to bear the sins of the world and offer Himself as the atoning sacrifice for all mankind. Through Him both Jews and Gentiles may partake of the promises given by God to Israel and be reconciled … [Read more…]
As Lighthouse Trails Publishing (the publishing arm of Lighthouse Trails Research Project) soon nears the end of our 10th year (10 years this coming March), we’d like to take a moment to ponder 2011, which was a busy year for us. It’s not easy being a small publisher in today’s western society where book reading is … [Read more…]
by Ray Yungen In the early twentieth century, a figure who would have a major impact on the Western esoteric movement came out of the occultic Theosophical Society. The actual coining of the very term New Age has been attributed to her writings. Her name was Alice Ann Bailey. Born Alice LaTrobe-Bateman, in Manchester, England … [Read more…]
Trevor Baker, Canadian song writer, singer, and defender of the faith sings “Living Proof.” Here are the lyrics below. You can listen to 30 second clips of this song and other songs from his album, The Lonely Road by clicking here. “Livin’ Proof” You’ve heard all the sayings, they’ve been ’round for years Some folks make … [Read more…]
By Corrie ten Boom War. It was early in the morning when we heard the bombs. We knew the sound of the explosions were coming from Schiphol, the airport near Haarlem. I ran to Betsie’s room and found her sitting up in bed, pale and shaking. We put our arms around each other and trembled … [Read more…]
Renovare, as many of you know, is Richard Foster’s organization and his mainstay platform for promoting contemplative spirituality. In a November 2011 letter to supporters, Renovare president Christopher Webb states the following: At this writing I am attending a gathering of national ministries that promote Bible reading and engagement; spiritual formation is at the very top … [Read more…]
by Tony Pearce Light for the Last Days Ministries (excerpt from The Messiah Factor) Sadly for millions of Jewish people the idea that Jesus could be the one to bring peace and reconciliation seems ridiculous and offensive. Nikki used to visit a Jewish lady who was born around the beginning of the 20th century and … [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…]
This just in from a Lighthouse Trails reader: I don’t know if you’ve heard about this test scheduled for next week or not. From what I hear on the radio and tv, there has been no mention whatsoever about the FIRST NATIONAL Emergency Alert System test. You’ve all seen those “Emergency Broadcast System” Service Announcements. … [Read more…]
Saskatchewan singer, Trevor Baker, and his wife, Jennifer, have been traveling around North America for over eight years now warning believers (and non-believers too) about apostasy in the church and the time the Bible calls the Last Days. Lighthouse Trails learned about Trevor from Roger Oakland of Understand the Times, and we’ve been listening to … [Read more…]