The Responsibilities of a  Good Shepherd This CD is a message based on this article. Go here for ordering details!
	What's Up With Christian Bookstores? This DVD is a message based on this article. Go here for ordering details!
	The ElijahList The biggest promoter of false prophecies in cyberspace! 2004-2007 This 2-DVD set is a message based on this article. Go here for ordering details!
	The ElijahList The biggest promoter of false prophecies in cyberspace! 2008 This 2-DVD set is a message based on this article. Go here for ordering details!
	The Extreme Prophetic This DVD is a message based on this article. Go here for ordering details!

When you purchase the "Resource Tools - Emerging Church" CD for $5. plus s/h you will also receive a brand new free DVD called "The Emerging Church" that features Gary Gilley, Ray Yungen, Joanna Michaelson, Mike Oppenheimer and Sandy Simpson. Go here for ordering details!

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From Church To Emerging Church

The issue of the Emerging Church and it's introduction into many churches and mission organizations has reached a critical point.  Many do not undersand what is being leavened into churches by the EC leadership.  Many would be shocked to know their belief systems involve Universalism, New Age, defense of postmodernism, Interfaithism, and many other false doctrines.  In order to reach out to this generation the EC leadership is proposing a whole new "map" to deal with what they perceive is a lack of understanding on the part of the churches on how to communicate.  EC proponants believe the "scripture" for today is evolving and must change in order to reach postmoderns. Go here for ordering details!

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NEW BOOK!

LESSONS IN FORGIVENESS
Through the years I have been presented with many opportunities to forgive. Sometimes the situation was so severe that it took me some time to forgive and start the process of healing for myself, and eventually for others. I learned that a Christian needs to forgive other people even if they have not repented of their sins. That can be really hard if we let it be hard. But if we give our burdens over to the Lord, He will carry them and that frees us up to treat other people with love, compassion, and be in the right frame of mind and heart to set them up for reconciliation with Jesus Christ. That does not mean we tolerate their sin. We simply forgive them for what they have done to us, whether perceived or real, and move on to looking for ways to redeem them. We can then present to them the “truth in love” even when we have to rebuke them. 
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Landmark Book! IDOLATRY  IN THEIR HEARTS Does having eternity in your heart mean that you know God and are His child? Could Gentile cultures understand the Gospel from the stars? Did God create man’s cultures? Has God always been in the process of redeeming cultures from the time of Babel by placing in them a true revelation of Himself? Is there the worship of YHWH in all cultures and religions through the names of “supreme beings”?  Have all cultures always had a way to make things right between them and God? These questions and many more are answered in this book that addresses the false teachings of The New Apostolic Reformation regarding missiological methods as being carried out by many agencies including the World Christian Gathering on Indigenous People, YWAM, and many Bible societies.  Go here for ordering details.

Every Pastor  Needs This! THE NEW APOSTOLIC REFORMATION What is it and where is it going? is a DVD /VHS expose of  the NAR and it's leadership of C. Peter Wagner, Cindy Jacobs, Chuck Peirce, Dutch Sheets, Bill Hamon, Jack Deere and others. It  features commentary by Bill Randles, Arnold Fruchtenbaum, Jacob Prasch, Mike Oppenheimer, Orrel Steinkamp, Gary Gilley, Dave Hunt, Sandy Simpson and others.  Go here for ordering details!

Companion DVD Series to "Idolatry in Their Hearts"! THE FIRST NATIONS MOVEMENT Deceiving the Nations! This DVD video series features Mike Oppenheimer and Sandy Simpson and their in depth research regarding the World Christian Gathering on Indigenous People which is backed by the New Apostolic Reformation.  This is an issue that pastors and missionaries need to be informed of because it goes to the core of evangelism and preaching the Gospel. Go here for ordering details!

New Book! FINISH THE RACE! was written to help believers to realize the absolute necessity of growing to maturity in Christ. Many churches are urging Christians to push aside discernment in favor of experience. It is our hope that this book will inspire many believers to fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith (2 Tim. 4:7).  Go here for ordering details.

Companion Book! THE NEW APOSTOLIC REFORMATION is now available in book form. This is the DVD script plus commentary by Sandy Simpson. The commentary of the DVD series is not in the book, but there are many more quotes available than in the video series.  Good reference material.  Also available on CD-ROM. Go here for ordering details.

Timely! LETTERS TO THE CHURCH is a fitting manual for the Revelation Christian. All the precepts are in the seven letters in Revelation 1:9 - 3:22 to help us keep the faith, stay in sound doctrine, and reach out to those who are perishing. I hope and pray that this book will help the reader to be an “overcomer”. Go here for more details and how to order!

Demolish Arguments! Want to be able to see your way through to clear biblical discernment? Want a set of tools that will allow you to disciple your loved ones so they will stand firm in the Faith? Want to sort out many of the false arguments and teachings that have invaded the churches? Then DISCERNMENT TOOLKIT book is for you! Go here for more details and how to order!

DVD Study Series! DISCERNMENT TOOLKIT VIDEO STUDY SERIES is taken from the book but includes a lot of footage of false teachers and false prophets. It covers the core doctrines, how we can use them to test, and examples on the DVD that can be paused for discussion.  Also includes a teacher guide and links to resources on the web.  This 3-DVD series is available now! Go here for ordering details!

Important Video Information  On Benny Hinn! SPIRIT OF TRUTH OR SPIRIT OF ERROR? PART 1 - BENNY HINN  features Jacob Prasch, Mike Oppenheimer & Sandy Simpson and tons of video showing the teachings and prophecies of Benny Hinn.  This is a proven tool to keep people away from heresy. Go here for more details and how to order!

Living Water 2003 Discernment Conference 3-DVD Set & 2-VHS Set Now Available! Featuring Bill Randles, Gary Gilley & Ray Yungen Go here for information!

Discernment 2001  Conference 6-DVD Set & 2-VHS Set Now Available! Featuring Dave Hunt, Duane Magnani, Mike Oppenheimer, Jacob Prasch, Jewel Grewe & Bill Randles Go here for information!

(1) Counterfeit Revival by Hank Hanegraaff, 1997 
This excellent book on the subject of the Toronto/Brownsville movement is available from Christian Research Institute, Evangel.Com, or at Christian Book Distributors, Price: Hardcover, $14.95, US ISBN 0849911826, CBD11826. Here's a review from A Closer Look magazine. Click on this link to order "Counterfeit Revival" from Amazon.Com today!

(2) New Wine Or Old Deception by Roger Oakland, 1997
How extrabiblical experiences such as the "Toronto Blessing" are seducing Christians with great delusions couched in biblical language. Available from The Berean Call, P.O. Box 7019, Bend, OR 97708. Price: $6.00 Catalog #BK28629, or from Understanding The Times. Click on this link to order "New Wine, Old Deception" from Amazon.Com today!

(3) Twisted Scriptures - A Path To Freedom From Abusive Churches by Mary Alice Chrnalogar, 1997 
"Leaders of many religious groups, including several mainstream churches, are twisting the Scriptures to subtly coerce cooperation from their members. In the process, personalities are changed and lives are ruined." Price: Softcover, $15.95, US ISBN 0-9649588-0-5 Click on this link to order "Twisted Scriptures" from Amazon.Com today!
 
 

(5) The Confusing World of Benny Hinn by G. Richard Fisher and M. Kurt Goedelman, 1996  "The Confusing World of Benny Hinn is a collection of several popular articles investigating the best-selling author and healing evangelist, first published by Personal Freedom Outreach in its newsletter publication. The reader is furnished with solid research and irrefutable documentation to unmask the bizarre teachings and contradictory spiritual experiences of the faith healer some have dubbed, "The Miracle Man." To order this book for $14. + $4.00 S/H, click on the PayPal logo below.

(6) Christianity In Crisis by Hank Hanegraaff, 1993 
A comprehensive book on the Word-Faith movement. It is available from Christian Research Institute or at Christian Book Distributors, Price: Softcover, $9.95, US ISBN 1565076966, CBD 76966. Click on this link to order "Christianity In Crisis" from Amazon.Com today!

(7) The Laughing Revival From Azusa To Pensacola by David Cloud, 1993 
"The "laughing revival" is sweeping through many segments of the Charismatic world. This booklet deals with this phenomenon and its key leaders. Covers the "Toronto Blessing" and the "Pensacola Outpouring." The Second edition contains a report on the author's visit to the Holy Trinity Brompton in London, England. Included is a chapter entitled "Slaying in the Spirit: Is It Biblical?" This booklet is available from Way of Life Literature, 1701 Harns Rd., Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 675-8311 (voice), (360) 240-8347 (fax), Catalog Number: WOL333B, $3.00 Click on this link to order "The Laughing Revival From Azusa To Pensacola" from Amazon.Com today!

(8) The Toronto Blessing And Slaying In The Spirit - The Telling Wonder by Nader Mikhaiel, 1995 
"Since the beginning of the Pentecostal Movement, many groups have claimed a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. These "outpourings" have been accompanied by extraordinary manifestations: shaking, jerking, jumping, and speaking in tongues. The most common of these manifestations is what is called Slaying in the Spirit, and recently, uncontrollable laughter which has become known as the Toronto Blessing. This book examines the Pentecostal, Charismatic and subsequent movements in the light of these manifestations." Order from: Nader Mikhaiel, P.O. Box 170, Earlwood 2206 NSW Australia. Fax 0011-61-2-6462620, email: naderm@ozemail.com.au; $20.00, bulk purchase rates available. 

(9) When New Wine Makes A Man Divine by Roger Oakland, 1997
"Today there are many different voices proclaiming contradicting messages in the name of Christ. Some say the whole world is in the the progress of experiencing a great Christian revival. Others say that the church is in the final stages of apostasy and the counterfeit bride is being prepared for a counterfeit Christ." Available from Understanding The Times for $6.00. Click on this link to order "When New Wine Makes A Man Divine" from Amazon.Com today!

(10) The Serpent And The Cross - Religious Corruption in an Evil Age by Alan Morrison, 1994 
"The Serpent and the Cross" is a large-format (9"x6"), high-quality, sewn paperback book. Containing 640 pages with almost 300,000 words, it includes a comprehensive index and an expanded table of contents, coupled with extensive footnotes and a 20-page bibliography. Features: Catalogues the historical background to worldwide religious corruption from the time of the Fall to the present day; Offers an informative analysis of anti-Christian developments in science and society, health and healing, psychology, business and global politics throughout the past 400 years; Discloses the true meaning of the word 'occult' and the extent of occult practices in the world and among the churches today; Documents the infiltration of Christianity with Eastern mysticism from the Early Church era to the present day; Provides an encyclopedic exposé of the hallmarks and strategies of the 'New Gnosticism', with detailed refutations; Reveals the religious and political aims of the Feminist Movement; Uncovers the 'New Age', syncretist, interfaith agenda of the modern international Ecumenical Movement." Available from all bookshops or by direct mail from K & M Books at £12 (inc. post & packing). Direct mail overseas customers, please send £13 or purchase from Great Christian Books in the U.S. Discounts for multiple purchases. Trade terms also available. All inquiries and orders to: K & M Books: Plas Gwyn, High St., Trelawnyd, Rhyl, Clwyd, LL18 6DT.Tel./Fax: +[44] (0)1745 571707. 

(11) The Two Roots Of Revival by Rev. Robert Liichow, 1998
"The book is over 250 pages of FULLY documented proof of: (1) the occult origins of the current manifestations deceiving hundreds of thousands of charismatic Christians (2) a detailed Biblical refutation of each of these manifestations. This book is an excellent companion volume to Hank's Counterfeit Revival. The Two Roots of Revival goes into detail about several areas that no other author has included in their books  (to date) on this latest form of charismatic excess." 
 
 

Topical Videos From Discernment 2001 Conference Only $9.95 Each! For more info and to order these videos online,  go here.

 

(13) Beware The New Prophets by Bill Randles, 1999 Influential 'prophets' in the US are claiming to be an end-time super-army for the Lord. But their 'prophesies' are often wrong. Pentecostal pastor Bill Randles investigates . . . "One consistent characteristic of the new prophets is their insistence that the New Testament prophets do not have to be subjected to the tests of Deuteronomy (13.1-3 and 18.22)." You can see an excerpt from this book here. See a review of this book here. To order this book, go here.

(14) Spirit Wars: Pagan Revival In Christian America by Peter Jones, 1998
"I firmly believe, though I pray I am wrong, that we are witnessing the first signs of an assault against the truth of Christ, the likes of which the church has never seen before.' So concludes Dr. Peter Jones, Professor of New Testament at Westminster Seminary in Escondido, California." Click on this link to order "Spirit Wars: Pagan Revival In Christian America" from Amazon.Com today!
 
 

(15) What Should I Say? by Sandy Simpson, 1999 Learn how to answer people who invite you to revival meetings where there are different teachings.  Learn to discern!  This booklet was written for use by Pacific island churches to provide a quick little resource in answering common statements made by Third Wave adherants.  Though there are a few references to the islands, it may also be a useful resource for other churches and individuals.  It is set up as a 4.25x5.5 sixteen page booklet printed front and back laid out on  8.5x11 paper and folded. It can be easily reproduced from this version on the web.  It is free to distribute as long as the content is not altered in any way. Use the little arrow links at the bottom each page to navigate the booklet! For those of you who need help, do not have the equipment to reproduce copies, or are not very computer saavy, you can order copies of this booklet for $1. + $.50 S/H by clicking on the PayPal logo below.

 

(16) Strange Fire - The Rise Of Gnosticism In The Church by Travers and Jewel van der Merwe, 1995 "Gnosticism has a chameleon-like ability to appear like the genuine article, true Christianity, and thus has managed to transform itself to fit the times in countless new wrappings over the centuries. It particularly adapts itself to that place where the ideas of the east and west meet. Whenever eastern mysticism and western rationalism collide, one can find there the seedbed for a pseudo-Gospel that mimics the real thing." You can also read the whole book online by clicking on the logo below:

(17) A Different Gospel: Biblical and Historical Insights into the Word of Faith Movement by D. R. McConnell, 1988
"Every Christian should read this book in order to be aware of the dangerous implications of the widespread and cultic Word of Faith movement preaching what is popularly known as "Name It and Claim It" theology. A Different Gospel is a bold and revealing examination of the biblical and historical basis of this movement. This new and revised edition is complete with a foreword by Hank Hanegraaff, author of Christianity in Crisis, and a new afterword by D. R. McConnell. The author knows the movement first hand and has a heart for those snared by it. He is also an academically trained observer who has based this work on careful historical and biblical analysis. McConnell warns of the movement's cultic nature in its doctrine of healing and its understanding of the atonement and demonstrates how far the movement's doctrine of prosperity is from Scripture's true teaching." Click on this link to order "A Different Gospel: Biblical and Historical Insights into the Word of Faith  Movement"from Amazon.Com today!

(18) When God Weeps : Why Our  Sufferings Matter to the Almighty by Joni Eareckson, 1999
Forever puts to rest the nonsense of the Word-Faith movement.  Click on this link to order "When God Weeps : Why Our  Sufferings Matter to the Almighty" from Amazon.Com today!

(19) Occult Invasion by Dave Hunt, 1999
Read Chapter One of this book online. Click on this link to order "Occult Invasion" from Amazon.Com today!

(20) The Signs and Wonders Movement - Exposed by Various Authors, Day One Publication, 1997 
"Four contributors warn against the state of spiritual gullibility and urge a return the the objective truth of God's word by which we test all things."  Paperback $7.75  It can also be ordered by e-mail from The Door Magazine, or online at The Berean Call here.
 
 

(21) The Midnight Ride To Awaken The Church by The Midnight Herald, 1999  An excellent resource of great articles! "A compilation of articles from the Midnight Herald Magazine from 1996-2000, including some never before published papers.  288 pages.  Special sale on a limited supply of this excellent book a $10. plus $5. s/h ($10. + $12. s/h foreign).

(22) America, The Sorcerer's New Apprentice : The Rise Of New Age Shamanism by Dave Hunt & T. A. McMahon
This book is out of print but you can order it online from Amazon.com Click on this link to order "America, the Sorcerer's New Apprentice : The Rise of New Age Shamanism " from Amazon.Com today!

(23) Seduction Of Christianity : Spiritual Discernment In The Last Days by Dave Hunt & T. A. McMahon
"Dave Hunt addresses the phenomenon sweeping the church which is encompassed by New Age thought and the seduction of motivation/success teachers such as Napoleon Hill. Using well-grounded biblical principles he reduces the health/wealth/prosperity gospel to what it is - a sham, and a shamanistic conspiracy to seduce believers into accepting the AntiChrist system." Click on this link to order "Seduction Of Christianity : Spiritual Discernment In The Last Days" from Amazon.Com today!

(24) Beyond Seduction : A Return To Biblical Christianity by Dave Hunt
"Hunt is a Jude-3 champion, "...earnestly contending for the faith...." He identifies pseudo-"Christian" heresies that are infiltrating the church and proposes a simple solution: a return to *Biblical* Christianity. By regular study of and submission to the Bible, Christians will be able to withstand the incessant onslaught of heretical teachings window-dressed in "Christian" terminology." This book is out of print but you can order it online from Amazon.com Click on this link to order "America, the Sorcerer's New Apprentice : The Rise of New Age Shamanism " from Amazon.Com today!

(25) THE PAPACY: Its History, Dogmas, Genius, and Prospects by Rev. J.A. Wylie, LL.D., Author of "The History of Protestantism", 1888
This online book is an excellent expose' of the history of the Roman Catholic Church and its doctrines.

(26) Getting To Know God by Juanita Simpson, 2000
This excellent little tract was written by my mother and we still use it today in witnessing.  It explains the Gospel message from the beginning in short form.  You can download or print this online tract and use it for yourself.  It is sure to be a blessing to many people.

(27) SUBSCRIBE! To The Best Discernment Newsletters
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(28) Christian Witness Ministries (CWM) "Unmasked Series" edited by Philip Powell, 8/00
This .pdf file is an advertisment for the CWM "Unmasked Series".  Two booklets in this series feature expose's on Benny Hinn and Nicky Gumbel of Alpha Course fame.  Ordering informaiton is included.
 

(30) The Final Words Of Jesus And Satan's Lies Today by James Jacob Prasch, 1999 "The Churches today are in very deep trouble.  That is the reason for this book.  All around us are problems and errors, disillusionment and pain among Christians who had sought to follow the Lord by following their leaders.  This book attempts to address these matters head on. (Philip Foster)"

(31) Alpha, The Unofficial Guide - A Whole New Study on the Alpha Course - Overview by Elizabeth McDonald
A series of books examining the Alpha Course out of Holy Trinity Brompton Church by Nicky Gumbel.  The Overview volume is available now and the two main volumes will be available soon. The Overview volume can be ordered directly from Discernment Ministries and also here.

(32)"Anointing Or Apostasy" - The Latter Rain Legacyby Charles S. Graves
"This well-researched online book on revival, latter-rain and other linked deceptions, is offered in PDF format (readable by Adobe Acrobat Reader which is present on most hard drives already). It covers much of the same ground as other articles on the Banner site, but presents it in a coherent and readable whole. Very useful reference material!"
 
 

(33) "I Just Wanted More Land" - Jabez by Gary E. Gilley, Pastor-teacher of Southern View Chapel, 9/01 "The meteoric rise in popularity of Bruce Wilkindson's compact book, The Prayer Of Jabez, had taken the church, and the country, by storm. Having already sold millions of copies, it may become the best-selling Christian book of the last one hundred years.  In this book, pastor and author Gary Gilley takes issue with Wilkinson's message. He believes the message, although will meaning, is unbiblical and threatens to do incalculable damage to the church."

(34) The Midnight Herald by Awake Ministries
The Midnight Herald is an excellent apologetics magazine.  Subscribe here.
 
 

(35) Mending The Nets - Themes From 1st John by Bill Randles, 2001 "Do you know God?  How do you know Him?  Have you every seen Him?  Have you ever hear His audible voice?  Have you gotten beyond the Scriptures into a deeper intimacy with God, or are you still on the level of "mere head knowledge"?  You say you love Jesus, but have you ever seen him?  Are you still waiting for Him to come and rescue you in some kind of an "escape plan"?  These and many others were the kinds of questions which the Gnostics would raise (and still do), thus unsettling the faith of the "ordinary Christians".  After all, who wants to be just an "ordindary" Christian when you can be among the elite, in the "inner court" or on the cutting edge of the "great move of God"?  In this book pastor Bill shows how the apostle John deals with these and other vital matters of our day." Available for $10.00 plust $4.00 s/h US or $9.00 s/h Non-US.  Order with PayPal below.

(36) The Cult Of Jabez by Steve Hopkins
"My heart is broken for the people of God in America.  For eight months I have labored in tears before God writing a book that I wish had never needed to be written.  But the Words of Christ are true.  It was Jesus who first told us that in the last days many would be led astray.  Should we be amazed to discover that the hypnotic and mesmerizing teachings of a man named Bruce Wilkinson concerning an Old Testament prayer prayed once by a man named Jabez have captivated millions in our time?  Are these not the last days?  Have these teachings not seduced great numbers of professing believers?  If you are one who has seen nothing dangerous or cultic about Bruce Wilkinson's "Jabez Revolution", as he calls it, I ask you to consider the possibility that you may have overlooked some very important verses of Scripture concerning his fantastic claims.  My book, "The Cult of Jabez" uses dozens of Bible passages to shed light on what many believers have come to realize are very clever, yet dark and deceptive teachings concerning the Jabez prayer. If you are one who has been uncomfortable with the teachings found in the Jabez books, yet surrounded by family and friends seemingly under its spell, "The Cult of Jabez" may prove the best means available to free your loved ones from it's destructive grip." - Author and Pastor Steve Hopkins (BBC)

(37) New Wine And The Babylonian Vine by Roger Oakland
"My objective in writing this book is to further document the direction experience-based Catholicism, other religions and a spiritualized environmentalism to form a global spiriuality or ecumenical delusion that the Bible predicts will unfold in the last days."
 
 

(38) Reinventing Jesus Christ - The New Gospel by Warren Smith "Warren Smith has taken the events that followed September 11, 2001 and has deftly shown how "Jesus Christ is being reinvented in front of our own eyes and hardly anyone seems to notice or care. Over the last twenty-five years, while traditional Christian believers were sleeping, a vastly underrated adversary has made significant gains in the spiritual marketplace. In the book Warren explains how this "Christ" has been able to stay in the background where he continues to oversee his "plan" to "birth" a "new humanity".

(40) The Mantra Of Jabez: A Christian Parody by Douglas M. Jones
This book is hillarious. It sheds truth upon what the Prayer of Jabez is, a selfish prayer. Highly recomended, and for those who believe the prayer of Jabez as good, go pray the LORD'S PRAYER. How then we are to pray? selfless.
 
 

(41) A Time Of Departing (First Edition) by Ray Yungen Ray Yungen reveals how Christianity has opened its door to a blending of the gospel of Jesus Christ with the mystical pantheistic thoughts that all is God and God is in all. Available for $8.00 plust $4.00 s/h US or $9.00 s/h Non-US.  Order with PayPal below.

(42) Reinventing Jesus Christ - The New Gospel by Warren Smith
This is the NEW ONLINE VERSION of the book.  You can also order it in printed form here.

(43) The Spirit of Roman Catholicism - What Lies Behind the Modern Public Image? by Mary Ann Collins (A Former Catholic Nun), Catholic Concerns, February 2002
How has the Roman Catholic Church behaved when it was in a position of power and therefore was able to do what it really wanted to do? The answers may surprise you. They surprised me. 

(44) Penfold Books by Michael J. Penfold
Excellent sources of books, vidoes, tracts, software and many more items.  Good solid biblical stuff here!

New Online Book! (45) 50 Ways To FAIL As A Cross-Cultural Missionary! by Sandy Simpson, 11/03
This excellent new book is now available online.  It is a great resource for missions and churches helping to bring new missionaries through orientation.  I'm still looking for someone to illustrate the book for me.  I have great cartoons in mind.

(46) Repossessing The Land by Richard J. Hewitt
The body of Christ has strayed drastically from the orthodox and apostolic path of both personal development and advancement of the kingdom of God on Earth.
 
 

(47) Sabotaging Christianity by James Jefferies An Assessment of Free Grace Theology - Other than the Bible, this book may be the most important book you will ever read. This book is not about Liberal Theology and Modernists who consider the Bible to be merely a human book that contains religious myths or fables; say that the words, miracles and accounts of Jesus Christ in the gospels are not factual; believe that Jesus was a mere man who was good and helpful; teach that Jesus was not virgin born, dispute that Jesus is the Son of God who actually rose from the dead; and so forth. This book concerns a very influential Christian theology that promotes a deceptive salvation message, corrupts the gospel, and is a perversion of God's grace, that is rampant in the USA and is sweeping throughout the entire Christian world. It has been accepted by many Christian leaders and is being preached and taught in numerous churches and seminaries that call themselves Bible-believing, conservative, and evangelical, whose statements of faith proclaim the Bible to be the inspired word of God; Jesus is the virgin-born Son of God who died for our sins and was raised from the dead; physically ascended into heaven; and other correct doctrines. But, despite what their statement of faith says, they subtly declare an unbiblical message.

(48) Deceived On Purpose by Warren Smith
Warren Smith is a former New Ager who became converted to Christianity 20 years ago. Since then he has been warning Christians, through writing and speaking, that dangerous New Age doctrines are subtly creeping into the churches. In his most recent book, which is being offered by Discernment Ministries, Smith recounts the considerable influence that the Rev. Robert H. Schuller has had on the ministry style and teachings of Rick Warren. The mystical leaven of New Age teachings, which Robert Schuller controversially introduced the church several decades ago, is now being reintroduced and assimilated into mainstream evangelicalism through the writings and activities of Rick Warren. Deceived on Purpose is a book with an easy reading style that should be given to pastors and parishioners everywhere. The following is an important excerpt from the book, Chapter 3. It chronicles a noteworthy example of how Rick Warren's "seeker sensitive" emphasis can lead straight into dangerous metaphysical New Age doctrines. 

(49) Who's Driving the Purpose Driven Church?
A Documentary on the Teachings of Rich Warren
by James Sundquist, 10/04
The "Church Growth Movement" which has become known as the Purpose Driven Church, is primarily the world outreach of Willow Creek Church in Chicago and Saddleback Church in California. The touted religious leader of this paradigm religious earthquake is Rick Warren of Saddleback. Over 20 million copies of his book The Purpose Driven Life have been sold, and as reported, over 21,000 churches worldwide have gone through his "40 Days of Purpose" program. The actual number is probably over 50,000. This movement seems to be the most drastic change in Christendom since the 1550 Protestant Reformation. But where is it going? Do we not have a right to "try the spirits" (I John 4:1-2)? Do we not have an obligation to God to "try the spirits"? The object of the PDC movement is in eight steps to change your church from a "traditional church" to a "Purpose Driven Church". The author brings out the similarities of the PDC gospel to that of Dr. Charles Schuller and the New Age gurus. Features: 272 pages.

(50) Lighthouse Trails Publishing Newsletter
You can sign up for the newsletter and receive it by email then just near the end of the month we post it on the above page just before the new month's newsletter is sent.

(51) Spirit Led Or Purpose Driven? by Berit Kjos, 11/03
When church leaders use energizing music, emotional stimuli and short, light messages to satisfy the flesh with its "felt needs," they tend to obscure our deeper spiritual needs. Fed a diet of simplified sermons designed to please everyone, both seekers and believers may lose their appetite for the solid Biblical teaching which -- by His Spirit -- produces conviction of sin, genuine repentance, actual regeneration, true spiritual renewal and the continual joy of walking with Jesus.

What is Christianity? What significance does the cross have? Are there teachings that can wreck our faith? We live in an age unlike any other in the history of man. To follow the Lord among the unique challenges we must understand Scripture and live by it. Available for $20- includes shipping.  Apologetics Coordination Team HIGHLY recommends this book.  It deals with many crucial issues for the Church today. Go here to order the book by Mike Oppenheimer, Let Us Reason Ministries, P.O. Box 860683, Wahiawa, HI 96786.

(52) The Other Side Of The River by Kevin M. Reeves, 7/05
There is a major doctrinal movement sweeping through the Church. Billing itself as the "River", it promises an incoming tide of blessing but leaves in its wake tsunami-like devastation. Marked by false prophecies, unbiblical manifestations and cult-like teachings and authority structure, this latest Christian fad has wooed a generation of unwary believers and led them into a substitute spirituality. While the Word of God has been placed on the back burner, personal experience reigns supreme amid a host of unscriptural visions and ecstatic utterances that have paved the way for a radical departure from the apostolic Christianity of the early Church. In this deeply personal account, Kevin Reeves explores the inner workings of this worldwide phenomenon. As a leading member of a hyper-Charismatic group for twelve years, Reeves promoted and participated in "every wind of doctrine" that blew through his congregation. Enjoying the "cutting-edge" elitism and the party atmosphere engendered by false signs and wonders, Reeves drifted with the River's powerful current until an encounter with the truth shook his belief system to its very foundations. About the Author: Kevin Reeves had for many years been a local newspaper reporter and columnist, and a regular contributor to the regional magazine, Alaskan Southeaster. He has written several online articles critiquing the Third Wave. He lives in Alaska with his wife, Kris, and their two daughters, four cats, and a horse. Read this review.
 
 

(53) Making War In The Heavenlies by Bill Randles Excellent book on true biblical warfare.

 

(54) Weighed And Found Wanting by Bill Randles Excellent book on the Third Wave.

(53) Redefining Christianity - Understanding the Purpose Driven Movement by Bob DeWaay
I have received many emails over the last two years from people who are concerned about what has happened to their church since it became Purpose Driven. This book will explain what has happened, why, and how a Purpose Driven church is different from a Bible-centered, Gospel church. Excerpt from Redefining Christianity:"Jesus said, "If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you" (John 15:19). Not even the greatest marketing genius can change this without redefining the church. Seeking the approval of the world is precisely what the Purpose Driven movement is all about."

(54) Breaking the Da Vinci Code by Darrell Bock Ph.D.
For readers who want to get to the bottom of the Da Vinci Code deception this book is all you need. This serious book presents the definitive Christian response. Darrell Bock Ph.D., responds to Dan Brown's claims using his vast knowledge of ancient pre-Nicean texts.

(55) True To His Ways - Purity & Safety in Christian Spiritual Practiceby R. Davis
Do we fully understand about spiritual adultery? The Bible contains vitally important commands on how to seek God and how to commune with Him and also how not to do these things. Following these commands keeps God’s children spiritually pure and true to His ways. This book is also available from Baruch House Publishing Company.
 
 

(56) A Time Of Departing (Second Edition) by Ray Yungen Ray Yungen reveals how Christianity has opened its door to a blending of the gospel of Jesus Christ with the mystical pantheistic thoughts that all is God and God is in all.  The Second Edition is vastly expanded!

(57) The Final Apostasy Unveiled! - Mystery Babylon Exposed by Kevin M. Hall, 7/06
The biblical explanation of how we entered into a "Post Modern World".

(58) Yoga And The Body Of Christ by Dave Hunt, The Berean Call, July 2006
This entire discussion always brings us back to the most fundamental fact about yoga. No matter what physical beneit might be derived from the exercises themselves, yoga inevitably involves Eastern meditation. And Eastern meditation, unlike Western contemplation or reflection,
accompanies an intentional dissociation from our conscious minds. This shutting down of the mind is, in fact, a total abdication of our God-given responsibility that Jesus declared is the first and great commandment: to love Him with all our heart, soul, and mind (Deuteronomy 6:5–6, Matthew 22:37). Thus, we are violating one of the true God’s most basic commandments every time we give our minds over to the intentional “nothingness” of yoga and associated “relaxation techniques.”

Excellent eBook! (59) In the Name Of Purpose - Sacrificing Truth On The Altar Of Unity by Tamara Hartzell, 8/06
This is an online book.  It is about Rick Warren and his message of purpose which is "neutralizing Christinity".  You can also download the entier book in PDF format here.

(60) More Than A Purpose by Dr. Marshall Davis
If you feel like something is missing from Rick Warren's best-selling books, The Purpose Driven Life and The Purpose Driven Church, you are not alone. In More Than a Purpose, Dr. Marshall Davis documents what evangelical leaders are saying about the megachurch movement. The author explores the origins of Rick Warren's approach in the Church Growth Movement and Robert Schuller's gospel of self-esteem. He examines the theology of Warren's Saddleback Church and finds that it falls short of historic Christianity. The author also exposes the market-driven methodology and philosophical pragmatism of The Purpose Driven Church. Readers will learn how the entertainment model of worship has taken over evangelical churches and how New Age spirituality has influenced the beliefs and the practices promoted in The Purpose Driven Life. This book will challenge Christians to recover the essentials of evangelical Christianity that will restore integrity to twenty-first century churches. Fully documented with 300 endnotes from over 75 different sources. Dr. Marshall Davis is an ordained Baptist minister with thirty years of experience as a pastor. He holds advanced degrees from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky. He presently serves as a pastor in western Pennsylvania.  223 pages, paperback.

(61) Because They Hate by Bridget Gabriel
Check out excerpts from Brigitte Gabriel's speech delivered at the Intelligence Summit in Washington DC, Saturday February 18, 2006.  From Publishers Weekly: With strident confidence, American Congress for Truth founder Gabriel rebukes the American public for being "weak, asleep or careless" in the face of Muslim terrorism. A Christian survivor of the vicious civil war between Lebanese Christians and Muslims in the 1970s, Gabriel leans on her own terrifying experiences to condemn Muslims, without apparent regard for their ethnicity, ideology or historical role. Consistently using the words "Muslim" and "Arab" as if they were interchangeable, she concludes that the U.S. is "facing total destruction" at the hands of people who are uncultured and cruel, and prescribes such solutions as "profile, profile and profile," and banning "hate education" in Islamic institutions. Though her writing is eloquent and her passion tremendous, Gabriel's strict dichotomy between "evil versus goodness" is too extreme to be informative. Readers will be forced to decide whether or not to accept her heart-felt bias. (Oct.)  (Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)   Check out this exerpt also.

(62) Which Jesus Will You Trust? by Mike Gendron, Proclaiming The Gospel Ministries, 12/06
Share this thought provoking contrast between the Eucharistic Jesus of Catholicism and the Jesus of Scripture. Those who embrace a counterfeit Christ must be lovingly warned.
 

(63) For Many Shall Come In My Name by Ray Yungen, 5/07 An Ancient Wisdom is drawing millions of people into mystical experiences and preparing the world for the end of the age ... find out how. Most people believe the New Age has been long gone from our society, and if practiced at all now it is only by unconventional fringe types. For Many Shall Come in My Name reveals this is not the case. In fact, quite the opposite has occurred. The New Age movement (a term not normally used by its proponents) has permeated virtually all aspects of our society. This "Ancient Wisdom" spirituality can be quite readily encountered in the following fields: Business, Education, Health, Self- Help, Religion, and Arts & Entertainment. This book examines them all.

(64) The Deception Of "Love Evangelism" by Miguel Hayworth, 6/07
Over the past 2 years I have been in deep conversation with many Christians from different denominations both at home and abroad. I have observed that many have succumbed to modernising trends in teaching and practice that reject centuries of sound Biblical thought. Believing that as “times have changed,” so Christianity must also “change with the times.” Many seek to “repaint Christianity,” or “Make Jesus Famous,” because people have lost faith in the fundamental teachings of the Gospel message itself. Just as in society at large the general population is being fed with a diet of processed and pre-packaged food so modern Christians are being fed a diet of spiritual junk food. Though couched in biblical language the basic substance of much of what passes for “Christian” today is nothing more than sensuality and
carnality. Such sensuality and carnality is the basis of pagan religion and not what Christ described as the “worship in spirit and in truth” that God desires. Christians yearn for “revival,” and interpret this to mean mass conversions. Fearful of upsetting the masses the “reproach of Christ” is rejected in favour of the “treasures of Egypt” (as evidenced in the
Word of Faith/Prosperity movement), “Finding meaning in Life” has replaced “Finding life in Christ” (as seen in Alpha Course,) “A Purpose Driven Life” has now replaced “a Christ Centred Life,” Jabez's prayer has become the mantra for success rather than Jabez's humility. This spiritual leaven has entered the Christian churches too easily and has quickly spread. The Emperor's new clothes are a sham and he stands naked before the world.
 

(65) Faith Undone by Roger Oakland, Understanding The Times, 8/07 Is the emerging church movement just another passing fad, a more contemporary approach to church, or a bunch of disillusioned young people looking for answers? In fact, it is actually much broader and is influencing Christianity to a significant degree. Grounded in a centuries-old mystical approach, this movement is powerful, yet highly deceptive, and it draws its energy from practices and experiences that are foreign to traditional evangelical Christianity. The path that the emerging church is taking is leading right into the arms of Roman Catholicism and ultimately to an interfaith perspective that has prophetically profound ramifications.

(66) Living Above the Average by William MacDonald, Gospel Folio Press, 10/08
Must we live ho-hum, humdrum lives, talking and singing Christianity on Sunday but living the rest of the week in a spiritual desert? Is it possible to live above the average? This collection of true-life stories will not only thrill you as you read but can provoke you—in a good way—“to love and good works” (Hebrews 10:24). These are the accounts of ordinary people who want God to do extraordinary things through them. And He will! Paul knew the secret when he wrote about such a God who “is able to do exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think” (Ephesians 3:20). Gospel Folio Press, 152 pp.

(68) Identifying and Opposing False Teachers & Why Evangelize If God Has Already Chosen? by Mike Gendron, 1/09
The Lord Jesus warned that these last days would be marked by great deception because many false teachers will be on the scene deceiving many people. The Apostle Peter also warned there will be false teachers among you who will secretly introduce destructive heresies (2 Pet. 2:1). The burning question for the church is this? Why are we allowing these wolves in sheep's clothing to come in and attack the sheep? Why are pastors and church leaders refusing to protect their congregations by identifying and opposing these false teachers (2 Cor. 11:4)? Clearly our intimacy with Jesus Christ is directly related to how we deal with false teachers. The second message takes a Biblical look at the doctrine of election and how it relates to the responsibility of every believer to sow the seeds of God's imperishable word. See how divine sovereignty and human responsibility work together in God's perfect plan of redemption.

(69) The Jews, Modern Israel and the New Supercessionism edited by Calvin L. Smith with contributions from Andy Cheung, Jacob Prasch, Stephen M. Vantassel, Howard Taylor, Paul Wilkinson and Tony Pearce, 4/09
A large portion of the word of God in the Old Testament is being misinterpreted or deliberately avoided by those who have adopted the teaching that the Christian Church has replaced Israel and that the ancient promises made by God to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and David are now passé. However, Calvin L. Smith has edited a set of chapters in a new book that makes a vital contribution towards rectifying this imbalance in interpretation. May it spark a long-overdue discussion among Evangelical interpreters of all persuasions as well as one between Jewish people of the book and believers in the Christian Church.

(70) Navigating The Storms Of Life by Gary Inrig, Discovery Series booklet, 2006
Good booklet on the importance of God's written Word in today's seas of uncertainty.

(71) Castles In The Sand by Carolyn A. Greene, Lighthouse Trails Publishing, 5/29/09
Castles in the Sand, Lighthouse Trails' first novel, is back from press. This book addresses the contemplative prayer (spiritual formation) movement in a fiction setting. The story focuses around an intelligent, searching college girl who comes under the influence of contemplative mysticism through her professor and the college's spiritual formation program. This important and timely book provides college-age readers the information they need to understand the new spirituality they are being introduced to at many of today's Christian colleges and seminaries. The book will be very helpful to parents and other loved ones who are trying to understand what this pervasive spirituality is all about.

(72) Catholicism: East of Eden by Richard Bennett, 6/19/09
Catholicism: East of Eden subtitled Insights into Catholicism for the 21st Century is getting some good acknowledgments across the world. Richard's latest book is a unique intertwining of sound doctrine and experience with a soft cover, 337 pages and with photographs Evangelical Press is the sole distributor of this book in the UK and Europe. If you are located in that region, you can contact them and buy that book at: Click on the book icon for more information. The latest Review of the book is by Dr. Peter Masters of Spurgeon's Metropolitan Tabernacle London UK 

(73) Hope08 - A Hidden Agenda by Miguel Hayworth, 7/17/09
This Book will reveal the Interfaith/Ecumenical agenda behind HOPE 2008. The Bible tells us to hold to the purity of Gods word and not to 'join hands' with those who do not bring the one and only true gospel of salvation. Joining hands with Hope 08 in any way whatsoever effectively promotes their ecumenical and interfaith agenda. More info: http://www.hope08online.co.uk

(74) ICRS 2009 - The Church in the Marketplace by Jackie Alnor, 7/17/09
The Internet, the Economy and the Apostasy = three elements that spell out the decline in the Christian publishing market. The recent bookseller’s conference reflects today’s atmosphere in publishing at a time when the publishing industry is taking a hit. Christianity Today has had to stop some of its sister publications and there’s no saying how long both CT and Charisma can keep going while the amount of pages and ads in those magazines diminish. And as more and more people are leaving traditional churches, they are also reading more Oprah and less C.S. Lewis. An anonymous source reported that back in the 1980s, the Christian Booksellers Association’s (CBA) annual national conferences used to attract an average of 7,000 visitors. The recent conference, now renamed ICRS, International Christian Retail Show, had an average of 700 attending, according to the same source. (Perhaps, but only if you exclude the people manning the booths and just count bookstore owners who are declining.)

(75) Castles in the Sand by Caryolyn A. Greene, 7/22/09
Description: When the horse-loving, day-dreaming Tessa Dawson enters a Christian college, she is introduced to the writings of 16th century Teresa of Avila by her spiritual formation professor. Soon Tessa's life is dramatically affected as she delves into "Christian mysticism." As she ventures deeper into this form of spirituality, God prepares her concerned grandfather and a mysterious young man as they set out to reach her. This "fiction with a message" takes a compelling and thought-provoking look at the true nature behind contemplative spirituality, which has impacted Christian churches, colleges, seminaries, and universities across the globe. Two lives are changed forever through spiritual practices they each encounter—lectio divina . . . contemplative prayer . . . visualization . . . centering . . . sacred space . . . desert fathers . . . kundalini . . . labyrinths . . . spiritual formation . . . the silence. Author Bio: Castles in the Sand is Carolyn Greene's debut book. She has studied the New Age movement and the contemplative prayer movement for several years. She lives in Canada with her husband and two children. Carolyn A. Greene is the author's pen name. 

(76) A "Wonderful" Deception - The Further New Age Implications of the Emerging Purpose Driven Movement by Warren Smith, 7/09
"A wonderful and horrible thing is committed in the land; The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof?" Jeremiah 5:30-31 Five years after writing Deceived on Purpose: the New Age Implications of the Purpose Driven Church, former New Age follower Warren Smith continues to reveal how Christian leaders—wittingly or unwittingly—are leading the church into a spiritual trap. A “Wonderful” Deception examines church metaphors, concepts, and beliefs that are essentially the same as those being used in today’s New Age teachings. And while biblical prophecy is being minimized and explained away, the “new science” is being used to prepare the world—and the church—to accept a New Spirituality and a false New Age Christ. This book explains how all the puzzle pieces are in place for the “strong delusion” described in 2 Thessalonians. A “Wonderful” Deception pierces right into the heart of this deception while preparing believers in Jesus Christ to effectively stand against it. 

(77) Dominionism and the Rise of Christian Imperialism by Sarah Leslie, 2008
This is an e-book in PDF format.

(78) Unshackled by Larry DeBruyn, 9/09
Pastor DeBruyn's latest book reviews The Shack, Wm. Paul Young's bestselling spiritual allegory. But is much more than that! UNSHACKLED is a solid biblical refutation of the emerging heresies of the "quantum spirituality" movement. This movement is showing up both within the New Age/New Spirituality and also the Emerging/Emergent church (popularized by Leonard Sweet's book titled Quantum Spirituality).

(79) The Plumbline Newsletter Archive by Orrel Steinkamp
An archive of past The Plumbline newsletters.

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