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By Stan Cox, on April 16th, 2011
A few days ago MSNBC carried a discussion between Time Magazine’s World Editor, Bobby Ghosh and MSNBC show host Chuck Todd.
Ghosh, who was apparently being presented as some type of expert on the matter, was quoted as saying that the Koran is held by Muslims to be more sacred than Christians regard their Bible to be. Note the dialogue:
Continue reading » In the News: The Difference – Christians VS Muslims
By Stan Cox, on January 19th, 2011
Jesus told his disciples in John 5:18, 20, “If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you…” 20 “Remember the word that I said to you, ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you.”
In the last week there were two news releases that pointed out the hatred the world has for Jesus, (and God, cf. John 15:23). This hate is seen in reaction to those who purport to be his followers. (Note: I am not saying that their claim to be Christians is legitimate, only that they are perceived to be by the world).
Continue reading » In the News: Prejudice Against Christ
By Stan Cox, on September 12th, 2010
The sermon is a simple comparison between the two faiths of Christianity and Islam. In the comparison, Islam is found greatly wanting.
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By Stan Cox, on July 30th, 2010
 NEW YORK – Anne Rice has had a religious conversion: She’s no longer a Christian.
“In the name of Christ, I refuse to be anti-gay. I refuse to be anti-feminist. I refuse to be anti-artificial birth control,” the author wrote Wednesday on her Facebook page. “In the name of … Christ, I quit Christianity and being Christian. Amen.”
Rice, 68, is best known for “Interview With a Vampire” and other gothic novels. Raised as a Catholic, she had rejected the church early in her life but renewed her faith in recent years and in 2008 released the memoir “Called Out of Darkness: A Spiritual Confession.”
Hillel Italie
Associated Press
Continue reading » In the News: Queen of Vampires No Longer a Christian
By Stan Cox, on July 18th, 2010
The sermon examines the text of 1 John to explain the relationship the Christian sustains to error.
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By Stan Cox, on February 28th, 2010
It is interesting to compare the children of Israel, (God’s chosen under the Old Covenant), to God’s children under the New Covenant.
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By Stan Cox, on January 13th, 2010
 Last week, FOX news anchor Brit Hume became the center of controversy when he suggested that Tiger Woods leave his Buddhist faith, and convert to Christianity to deal with his multiple infidelities.
“I don’t think that faith offers the kind of forgiveness and redemption that is offered by the Christian faith,” Hume said. “So my message to Tiger would be, ‘Tiger, turn to the Christian faith and you can make a total recovery and be a great example to the world.’”
These statements, of course, angered Buddhists, who suggest that Hume is ignorant of the 2,500 year old Eastern religion.
Continue reading » In The News: Christianity? Or Buddhism?
By Stan Cox, on March 16th, 2008
In his first epistle, the apostle Peter describes Christians in various ways. Each description serves to establish a different aspect of the Christian’s life.
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By Stan Cox, on March 14th, 2008
 The question of our title is similar to other questions that have been asked. Can a Christian be a lawyer? Or, can a Christian tend bar?
Those questions speak of the morality of the two occupations. While I believe that a Christian could certainly practice law, there are certain types of lawyers who seem, if they do their job successfully, to violate Christian morality.
However, when I ask the question, “Can a Christian be President?” I am not so concerned with the ethics of the job; rather, I am referring to the electability of a Christian. I am convinced that one who truly holds to the teachings of Jesus Christ would be considered an extremist, and would have no chance of being elected to the highest office in America.
Continue reading » In The News: Can A Christian Be President
By Stan Cox, on May 6th, 2007
The term Christian, as found in Acts 11:26, Acts 26:28 and 1 Peter 4:16 indicates a believer in Christ, who has a relationship with God, and a hope for eternity.
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By Stan Cox, on April 24th, 2007
Bill Crews’ lesson establishes the responsibility of Christians to be an influence for good in the midst of an ungodly world.
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By Stan Cox, on April 5th, 2007
AOTS Number 4
First and foremost, we should define ourselves as Christians.
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By Stan Cox, on March 18th, 2007
The name by which the people of God are known is Christian. It is the only proper name given to the disciples of our Lord in the entirety of scripture. And understanding of this important point is helpful in dealing with the denominational concept of Christianity, and teaching those caught in its web of error.
(Note: The audio is a bit under par, as the microphone battery was weak, and got weaker as the sermon progressed. It is, however, very intelligible).
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By Stan Cox, on October 8th, 2006
 A couple of weeks ago two events happened on the same day, that represented the best and worst of our society.
First, former pro golfer Byron Nelson passed away from natural causes after having led a long and eventful life. Second, Dallas Cowboy wide receiver Terrell Owens was admitted to the hospital after overdosing on pain medication.
Continue reading » In The News: T.O. & Lord Byron
By Stan Cox, on September 10th, 2006
The Christian life is a life of dedication, and fealty to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. One who is a child of God must live a life of godliness, sobriety and righteousness in order to gain eternity.
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