Jesus Derangement Syndrome: Why the World Hates Christ and His People

Jesus Derangement Syndrome is the world’s irrational hatred of Jesus Christ, His gospel, and His people. Scripture teaches that this hatred should not surprise us, because the world hated Christ first. The gospel exposes sin, confronts religious pride, demands repentance, and declares Jesus as the only Savior and rightful Lord.

Jesus Derangement Syndrome is not a medical diagnosis of the mind. It is a spiritual diagnosis of the heart. The phrase is meant to describe the irrational hatred that fallen Continue ReadingJesus Derangement Syndrome: Why the World Hates Christ and His People

Ten Biblical Reasons to Leave a Toxic Christian Friendship

Sometimes the most loving thing you can do for a toxic friend is to step away, entrusting them into the hands of the One who loves them more than you ever could.

When Fellowship Hurts, Love Requires Distance Friendship is one of God’s sweetest gifts. A faithful friend encourages you when you are weary, corrects you when you stray, and walks with Continue ReadingTen Biblical Reasons to Leave a Toxic Christian Friendship

Asking Lyman H. Johnson: What about a group claiming to be the One True Church who shuns dissenters

Any group that claims exclusivity and shuns those who disagree with them is a prime example of the man-made organizations, damnable sects, and apostasy that he spent his life battling.

Lyman H. Johnson would vehemently oppose and strongly condemn a group who claim to be “The One True Church” and shuns everyone who does not agree with them. He would Continue ReadingAsking Lyman H. Johnson: What about a group claiming to be the One True Church who shuns dissenters

Antinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace

Antinomianism falsely teaches that grace removes the need for obedience. But true grace leads believers to holy living, not lawlessness.

In the life of the church, there has always been a subtle and dangerous teaching that twists the glorious grace of God into a license for sin. This ancient error Continue ReadingAntinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace