“ Apostasy......Bennett´s sermon! ” Powerful teaching that strikes at the heart of each and every one of us. The problem, my problem, is that many of us who have been taught and do teach in the church do not know the roots of the Reformation movement. Then, we go out to search for some similarity of among other groups...finding it, it sounds religious and christian. I have read lots by James d g Dunn, NT Wright, where they try to find the historical roots..but now when Bennett spoke about the New Perspective and denying imputation, a red-warning light shines. Then I must re-read. Can you send a printed version of this message for further study? There is so much within it for study purposes, especially when Bennett talks about the differences between RC & Reform teaching. I would deeply appreciate it. If so, when you reply via email, I´ll send you my address. Blessings to you and the ministry of the church.
In Him, David.
“ Sad day, indeed. ” It is a sad day when a message by Pastor Allison on the Refutation of Harold Camping draws 12 times the interest than when Pastor Allison gives a message on the Sovereignty of God.
“ Challenging Video ” Dear Brother,
We have just watched your video on the internet, I must say it was tremendous to see the hand of God on the folk there in Liberia. they reminded us so much of the people in Jamaica! It was thrilling to hear the testimonies, and to see how God has worked in the lives of the believers there who have been through so much, and yet are rejoicing in Our Great God.
We pray that men will be willing to go and take up the challenge of that land, and many souls will not only be saved but God's people will be led in the right way!
Hope you had a good time in N.Ireland and are refreshed in the Lord. give our regards to the folk there.
Yours in Christ
Pamela and Paul Fitzsimons
“ Great Sermon! ” Thank you for this sermon and in depth teaching, I am looking forward to listening to more of the sermons on Rome. Thank you Jesus for the ministry of this man Mark Allison his work is such a blessing.
“ Great Sermon! ” A message of sound doctrine. Mark in this sermon expounds upon the Scriptural basis of Salvation of Grace alone. Nothing you or I can do to earn it. Sinful vanity in the carnal flesh would seek to teach otherwise and rob Christ of His preaching of the cross.(1Cor.1:18). Excellent teaching of a very important doctrine.
“ Great Sermon! ” Dr. Allison deals with the Law and the Covenant in this message. He provides an excellent teaching which helps to recognise the implication of both in our lives today.
“ Interesting topic! ” In reading this sermon and the comments made afterwards, I have not found one note about interpretation of tongues. I do not have the gift of tongues, and yet Paul said that we should eagerly desire the gifts of the Spirit. I have prayed on several occasions that if it were the will of God that He would grant me this gift. In some ways I am glad that I do not have it, for in most churches I see a misunderstanding of the gifts. People are praying in tongues or some language and noone around them can understand what is being said. Scripture teaches that if tongues are used in the church there should no more than three should speak, and there MUST be an interpreter.(1 Cor. 14:27)
How often today churches that promote the gifts of tongues are doing so unbiblically as there is no interpreter and many are speaking at the same time. How can we be obedient to the laws of scripture that talk about speech, sexual purity or faithfulness if we do not obey the Word in regards to tongues?
So then, let us who believe in tongues do as the apostle commands us through God; "If there is no interpreter, the speaker should keep quiet in the church and speak to himself and God."
God is a God of order, not chaos! Let us as well be people who imitate Christ in submission to God and His Word.
“ EXCELLENT EDIFICATION! ” I've actually been confronted by two people at my church who both told me that I had not yet received the Holy Spirit simply because I had not yet spoken in tongues. At first, I felt like I missed out on something important, and that I was not a genuine christian. But after doing some studying, I found a couple of verses that say the COMPLETE opposite. 1 Cor. 13, & 14 tell all. I think those who claim to speak in tongues think it's good to edify theirselves. That's a misinterpretation of 1 Cor. 14:4. This verse is saying that IT IS WORTH NOTHING to preach to someone who can't understand you, and therefore you are only 'edifying' yourself and not the person or people you're with. Those who claim to speak in tongues should not outcast or condescend others who had not the opportunity or ability. Only GOD knows where a person's heart truly is! We as humans and sinners have not that right. Tongue-speakers should also take a look at 1 Cor. 13:8. I may be wrong but, it seems to indicate that these 'manifestations' of the Holy Spirit had ceased. Since the New Testament, you never heard of any more accurate prophecies being fulfilled, or any new things found in the bible. The validity of tongue-speaking nowadays is definitely questionable. God bless you Bro Greer, and future listeners!
“ Interesting. ” It seems his whole premise is based on the presumption that the only languages spoken in Acts II where earthly languages, however, I do not see where this is so. Yes, many heard their own language, and that's fine, but I don't see where the Scripture precludes any other languages.
I don't speak in tongues myself, but I don't directly see the correlation that somehow because I may speak in tongues, I'm also directly condoning the one world church.
His other argument against tongues is based on the assumption that somehow the church at Corinth was "abusing" the gift of tongues. I do not see how the Holy Spirit would allow itself to be "abused". Either people are functioning in a manner that is representative of Christ, and thus enjoying the gifts and displaying the fruits, or they are not. And I think the Holy Spirit knows the difference.
“ Great Sermon! ” This is a message that needs to be proclaimed from pulpits across this Nation. May many do so. I appreciate so much the courage of this pastor.
“ My Opinion ” I don't have the gift of tongues, but I know a lot of christians who have. I also know some who have the gift of prophecy. Most of these people are selfless, compassionate, loving people who would go the extra mile for people, they are very passionate for God and the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The bible says you can know a tree by its fruit. Certainly Satan does not give gifts to attack his kingdom. It also says to test every spirit, and that you know it is from God if it acknowledges that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. There would be no point in Satan giving signs to promote people who preach Jesus Christ (and the bible).
Although tongues, prophecy, signs, healings have been greatly misused or fabricated by false prophets/teachers for their own gain. That is really no different from false teachers who deceive people for their own evil gain using the (protestant) bible and (genuine) biblical doctrines apart from tongues/signs.
James says you show your faith (doctrine) to be real by your works. Peter says to be sure about our calling and election by being diligent in building Godly character in ourselves.
Personally I believe in the gift of tongues, because of that's how I understand the bible and because of the testimony (life) of genuine christians who have them.
“ Great Sermon! ” I have listened to a lot of sermons on Election, and this sermon rates with the very best. Pastor Hamilton covers this doctrine from stem to stern, and answers the common objections to it in a way which anyone can understand. It is replete with scriptural cross-references, and pertinent quotes from giants of the faith in years past. This sermon is one which should be listened to, and re-listened to periodically, and will keep you focused and straight in a post-modern age.
“ Alleluiah!! ” Thanks be to the Living God for Mr de Vreis' deliverance!! All who are truly in Christ must continue to lovingly reprove those who are deceived and pray that they take heed of Paul's warning in 2 Cor. 11:13-15..."For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works." These evildoers spread their poison through a worldwide TV network and will face the Judge on That Day to receive recompense for making MERCHANDISE of people's SOULS.
“ Great Sermon! ” Having been in a tongue speaking movement for 25 years, I am glad that my shackels of the false movement of ecstasism (gibberish) has been removed. I have repented and well on my way in securing the belt of the armour of God. New meaning has been brought to me by this sermon. It is sad to see the American churches in such a state of decay. (TBN).
Acts 2 clearly defines tongue speaking. Tongue speakers: Beware of the apostacy.
“ Pentecostal / Fundamentalist?? ” What a shame to be so deceived, Mr Garrett. Being a fundamentalist dictates that one refutes the false doctrine of the Pentecostal/Charismatic movement. You can't be both!! For a very clear exposition of what Paul is "literally" saying in 1 Cor. 13:8-13, may I suggest sermons #9 & 10 in Rev Greer's excellent series "The Miracle in Scripture." That entire series should be "must-hear" material for all who are under Satan's bondage and deception, known as Pentecostalism. I will include you, sir, in my daily prayers that God's real Spirit of Truth will convict your heart :-)
“ I pray and sing in tongues ” As a fundamentalist, KJV-only, anti-Vatican Pentecostal who loves SermonAudio.com I must take
I Corinthians 12, 13 & 14 LITERALLY. The Bible teaches that the gifts of the spirit including tongues are an outward manifestatin of being "filled". The teaching at our church emphasizes fruit and gifts. However, as one who has the gift, I know it edifies me. That doesn't make me better than my brethren who don't have it, but it's a gift to edify me. "He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church." 1Cor 14:4 "...he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries." 1Cor 14:2 Having experienced the blessing of tongues, and desiring for the greater gifts, I can't agree with the speaker. In fact, I would say that he has no biblical proof that every one of the gifts are not for today. Rather, the Word plainly says that all of the gifts are for the church all the time.
Truly there's power in the blood. Holy Ghost lead us into all that You have for us. Even so come Lord Jesus!
“ Excellent Teacher & Preacher! ” That's Rev. Greer! I agree with Stan from New Jersey. I will not say I feel disgusted but I sure do not understand the necessity nor the purpose of such comments. I, among many others, have personally been so richly blessed by Rev. Greer's ministry in particular and the whole Sermonaudio ministry. Words cannot express my joy at how the Lord has used him and others on this internet ministry to encourage, comfort, uplift and edify me. Do I always grasp everything immediately? Of course I don't. Let us spend more time, much time, thinking over what we hear and in searching the scriptures ourselves. Take your disagreements and your questions and negative criticisms to the Lord. I thank and praise the Lord for such dear Brethren. May He continue to bless each and everyone of them, that we His sheep may thereby be nourished and richly blessed. Finally, as Stan says, let us keep to the purpose of comments as requested by this blessed ministry. Read their request again - those who have either not read it or have forgotten what it is contains.
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