Category Archives: Religion

Catholics and Evangelicals: Similarities: Church

Posted on May 2, 2005 by waynem

There are of course some major differences between Catholics and evangelicals on the nature of the church, but there are also significant similarities. In this installment of our series we will delve into those similarities.
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Recap of Papal Events

Posted on April 28, 2005 by waynem

Sundries has an outstanding recap of many of the Papal events of the past few weeks regarding the death of John Paul II and the election Of Benedict XVI.  You can check it out here…

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Christianity 101: Christ

Posted on April 28, 2005 by waynem

We are on to part three of our Series Christianity 101, Christ.  This material in based on the book… You can find the complete series here… Introduction:Christianity is ChristBuddha is not essential to Buddhism, or Muhammad to Islam, but everything … Continue reading →

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The Serpent’s Penalty

Posted on April 27, 2005 by waynem

This post is to prove that my mind works in mysterious ways.  I was reading through the first few chapters of Genesis for the last few days.  As I got to chapter 3 and read about the “fall of man” … Continue reading →

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The Latest Christian Carnival is Open

Posted on April 27, 2005 by waynem

This week’s Christian Carnival is up at Wittenberg Gate. Enjoy the sixty entries from the Christian blogosphere. The scheduled host, Dave, of Revenge of Mr. Dumpling was in an auto accident last week. He’s doing fine, but is living with … Continue reading →

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Christianity 101: God

Posted on April 27, 2005 by waynem

We are on to part two of our Series Christianity 101, God.  This material in based on the book… You can find the complete series here… Introduction:A.W. Tozer: “What we believe about God is the most important thing about us.”Our … Continue reading →

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God Wants You to be Happy: Delight in God’s Word!

Posted on April 26, 2005 by waynem

DELIGHT IN GOD’S WORD!      By Warren CoeSouth Suburban Evangelical Free Church For complete series go here… Psalm 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION1.  In CS Lewis’ The Great Divorce, folks of hell are given a last chance to gain heaven.  After arriving in … Continue reading →

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So Who Believes the Bible is True?

Posted on April 24, 2005 by waynem

Below is an interesting article about the demographics of who really believes the Bible is true… TESTING THE FAITHPoll: 63% of Americans think Bible literally trueThose believing Scripture is Word of God higher among Republicans than Democrats © 2005 WorldNetDaily.com … Continue reading →

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Homosexuals to Desecrate Jerusalem!

Posted on April 22, 2005 by waynem

Lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders are organizing WorldPride 2005, an international parade in the city of Jerusalem. American Christians need to stand with the Mayor of Jerusalem to stop this desecration of Jerusalem. Add your signature to our letter of … Continue reading →

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Fetusphobes

Posted on April 22, 2005 by waynem

Why are the pro-aborts trying to make ultasounds illegeal? Jill Stanek’s commentary gives some keen insight on the reality of the situation. Ultrasound images of crying, pre-born babies interrupted the abortionist’s otherwise relaxing nightmare about dismembering them in utero. He … Continue reading →

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God Wants You to be Happy: The Ways of Happiness

Posted on April 22, 2005 by waynem

THE WAYS OF HAPPINESS By Warren Coe South Suburban Evangelical Free Church For complete series go here… Psalms 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION 1. Christianity is a life of joy. The Lord has designed Christian living to be joy-filled, happy & blessed. Ps … Continue reading →

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Love of Benedict XVI

Posted on April 21, 2005 by waynem

Julie over at Happy Catholic found an article describing why so many Catholics and non-Catholics are so happy with the Pope Benedict XVI.  It’s a good read.

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Christianity 101: Know What You Believe Series

Posted on April 21, 2005 by waynem

I constantly get questions on basic Christianity so I decided to so a series on the topic.  I will base this series on the classic book by Paul E. Little… In each section of the series we will be discussing … Continue reading →

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Why do Liberals Hate Christian Conservatives in Politics?

Posted on April 21, 2005 by waynem

Do you ever listen to the “health experts” talk about the heath crisis of the day?  They often talk as if they know everything associated to curing the latest malady.  For example first there was the “don’t eat salt” rage.  … Continue reading →

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Vatican Spins Off U.S. Catholic Church

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

This is the best humor I have seen in a month!!! by Scott Ott (2004-04-20) — In one of his first official moves, Pope Benedict XVI today announced that the Vatican would "spin off" the U.S. division of the Roman … Continue reading →

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Benedict XVI’s First Homily As Pope

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

"The Unity Of All Christians" Grace and peace in abundance to all of you! In my soul there are two contrasting sentiments in these hours. On the one hand, a sense of inadequacy and human turmoil for the responsibility entrusted … Continue reading →

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Ratzinger a Hitler Youth

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

So what is all of this that we are hearing about Pope Benedict XVI Blog/Cardinal Ratzinger being a Hitler youth? Roman Catholic Blog found a post that clears it up.

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Andrew Sullivan Hates the New Pope

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

Andrew Sullivan hates the new Pope.  I’m impressed, Ratzinger must be good.  Keep up the good work.

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Is the current Pope in Prophecy?

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

Here is an interesting article about how the current Pope may be in prophecy.

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Getting to know the New Pope

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

With all the information and misinformation about the new Pope Benedict XVI, I had a thought.  Why don’t we try to get to know the man from his own writtings.  In that vain I came up with a list of … Continue reading →

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God Wants You to be Happy! PSALMS 1:1-6 Part 1

Posted on April 20, 2005 by waynem

By Warren Coe South Suburban Evangelical Free Church For complete series go here. INTRODUCTION Psalms 1:1-6: 1 1.  As a young Christian I read Blasé Pascal’s Pensees. This mathematical and literary genius said something amazing nearly 400yrs ago. All men … Continue reading →

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CARDINAL JOSEPH RATZINGER: HOMILY AT THE MASS FOR THE ELECTION OF THE ROMAN PONTIFF

Posted on April 18, 2005 by waynem

By: CARDINAL JOSEPH RATZINGER At this hour of great responsibility, we hear with special consideration what the Lord says to us in his own words. From the three readings I would like to examine just a few passages which concern … Continue reading →

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God Wants You to be Happy: Series

Posted on April 18, 2005 by waynem

We are kicking off a new series based on the preaching of Warren Coe, Senior pastor as South Suburban Evangelical Free Church.  The title of the Series is “God wants you to be Happy” and it is based on Psalms … Continue reading →

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Christianity 101: The Bible

Posted on April 18, 2005 by waynem

This material is from a class I taught a few years ago based on the book… You can find the complete series here… It is in outline format so it might be a little difficult to follow but I think … Continue reading →

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What a Protestant thinks about Fatima

Posted on April 14, 2005 by waynem

A few days ago as we received notice that the Pope had died, there was a flurry of discussions about what he stood for and what he supported.  One of the items that he was a huge proponent for was … Continue reading →

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