Posts Tagged ‘Christ’

Religious Liberty & ‘Gay Marriage’ Cannot Coexist

by Matt Barber –   Therefore pride is their necklace; they clothe themselves with violence. – Psalm 73:6 “Gay pride” necessitates anti-Christian hate. It must. “Gay marriage” and other “sexual orientation”-based laws do violence to freedom and truth. They are the hammer with which the postmodern left intends to bludgeon bloody religious liberty and the [...]

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Evidence confirms Jesus’ resurrection from the dead

At this time of year it seems appropriate to describe the event in history that, at some point, forces each of us to make a decision. Easter is the holiday marked by a Christian claim that a man allegedly living in the first century was killed and actually came back to life.   Well, this [...]

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Greeley FD honors 9/11 fallen firefighters with “memorial stairclimb”

A team of 13 Greeley firefighters honored the 343 firefighter who gave their lives on 9/11 by participating in the Denver 9/11 Memorial Stairclimb.   The annual stairclimb consists of firefighters climbing 110 stories, which was the height of the World Trade Center, in full firefighting gear.   Greeley firefighters who completed the challenge included: [...]

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Calendar suggests John 3:16 refers to Obama

by Matt Lacy –   Taking Obama worship to a new level, a calendar for sale outside of the Democratic National Convention suggests that God so loved the world that he sent us Barack Obama.   Slate.com reported how “the cult of Obama staggers on” noting that among the merchandise being offered for sale is [...]

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Why do evil things happen?

by Carol Clemans –   This is an age-old question: “Why do evil things happen?” The answer is in the Bible. I know some do not believe in God or His Bible truth, but that does not eliminate God’s truth. God is absolute truth. The demons believe there is one God and they tremble (James [...]

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Christian professor says “Jesus was a Muslim”

Shedinger by Matt Lacy –   In what may come as a shock to millions of Christians around the world who believe Jesus is the son of God, a Christian professor has said that Jesus is actually a Muslim who follows the teaching of the Q’uran.   The shocking declaration was reported in CampusReform.org, who [...]

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87 year old pastor encourages Christians to continue in Christ’s service

Sweeting by Jack Minor – Christian leader and author Dr. George Sweeting, 87, is challenging baby boomers to not retire the date their AARP card arrives in the mail. Sweeting, along with his son Dr. Donald Sweeting, has written “How to Finish the Christian Life: Following Jesus in the Second Half.” The book calls for [...]

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Crystal Cathedral “comes home” as Rev. Schuller resigns

  by Matt Lacy –   After years of financial struggles, the Crystal Cathedral is finally “coming home” as the congregation will be getting a new name after the facility became the property of the Roman Catholic Church last month.   Under the terms of the $57.5 million sale, the ministry would be allowed to [...]

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Author: Politics possible cause denominations suffering membership decline

by Peter Grady – The head of an “ecumenical alliance of Christians” says moving leftward politically is likely a key reason membership in the United Methodist Church, which was once the largest Protestant denomination in the US, and other mainline denominations continue to decline. In 2010, membership in the United Methodist Church was a little [...]

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Obama statements on Christian beliefs fuel doubt about his religion

by Matt Lacy –   Almost 4 years into his presidency controversy still surrounds President Obama over the issue of whether he is a Christian or not, now an African-American leader has also come out and questioned the president’s Christianity. In recent days presidential candidate Rick Santorum criticized Obama’s policies saying they were based on [...]

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Evangelical leader calls for boycott of Starbucks

Says group actively stands against godly principlesby Peter Grady –   A leader in the evangelical community has called for Christians to boycott Starbucks, saying the company’s support for the radical homosexual agenda makes it an enemy of God.   Pastor Steven Andrew, president of USA Christian Ministries asks the question, “What would happen if Starbucks [...]

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Tebow’s “3:16” win sure to drive critics wild

by Jack Minor – Critics of Denver Broncos quarterback, Tim Tebow, critical over public displays of his Christian faith now have an even greater reason to be upset after his stats referenced on of his favorite bible verses. Tebow’s Christianity has earned him the ire of American Atheists, a group based out of New Jersey. The [...]

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Child evangelist says Tebow testimony validates his ministry

by Matt Lacy – The head of an evangelical ministry to boys and girls under 15 says Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow’s testimony of salvation shows the importance of a new program to reach young people with the gospel. In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network in 2010, Tebow related how he came to [...]

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Handel’s Messiah: Still a favorite 270 years later

Originally used as evangelistic tool to get Gospel to masses by Matt Lacy – While many have been moved by the Hallelujah chorus of Handel’s Messiah, many may be shocked to learn the piece was originally intended to be used as a tool to reach the masses with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. George Frederic [...]

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Tebow, Connecticut Bible burning reveals stark difference between Christians and Muslims

by Peter Grady – While some Christian churches are promoting dialogue by inviting Muslims to preach in their pulpits, two recent events this Christmas season have revealed a stark difference in how the two religions handle criticism. On Dec. 12, a Bible was placed under the New Haven, Connecticut Christmas tree and set on fire. [...]

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Obama attends church after accused of waging “war on religion”

by Jack Minor – Following a political ad by Texas Governor Rick Perry accusing Obama of waging a “war on religion” the President attended church services at the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church. The Perry ad challenged the President on a variety of issues including the repeal of the Revolutionary War ban on homosexuals serving [...]

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Is Tebow’s faith causing media pundits to hope he fails?

Columnist asks, would players get away with mocking his faith if he were a Muslim? by Jack Minor– While Tim Tebow has never been shy about his faith, as his winning streak continues he has begun to receive greater amounts of criticism, causing some to wonder if the media is hoping he fails. Denver Broncos’ [...]

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Carol’s Corner

Christmas: What does it mean to you?by Carol Clemans – This year some merchants had Christmas decorations up before Halloween! I know the economy is very sluggish, but trying to sell Christmas before Halloween was stretching things just a little!  What does Christmas mean to you and your family?   I’m thankful that I was [...]

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Faith Bible Baptist features local children in Thanksgiving special

Staff reports – The Junior church children of Faith Bible Baptist Church will be presenting a special presentation this coming Sunday, Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. the church is located at 320 35th Ave. in Greeley. The musical presentation will consist of both singing and reenactments of the first Thanksgiving. The children participating will be [...]

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Michigan Muslims upset over Christian prayer meeting

by Jack Minor – The Council on American Islamic Relations has said Detroit area mosques need to step up their security as a response to a Christian prayer summit to be held on Veteran’s Day. The Call is promoted as being a 24-hour-long prayer event to be held at Ford Field. The organization says on [...]

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Vatican calls for “one world currency” system

by Jack Minor – The Vatican has called for the establishment of a “global public authority” and “central world bank” to preside over all financial institutions. The Document “Toward Reforming the International Financial and Monetary Systems in the Context of a Global Public Authority” was released by the Vatican’s Justice and Peace Department on Oct. [...]

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Christian leader apologizes for “false teachings” regarding Christ’s return

by Jack Minor – Harold Camping, Founder and Chairman of Family Radio Stations, apologized for misleading Christians for decades over his teaching on the rapture. The term “rapture” is never mentioned in the Bible, however fundamentalist Christians say the word refers to a biblical event where those who have trusted Christ as their Saviour are [...]

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WHAT IS A CHRISTIAN?

                                                   By: Carol Clemans                After going to college when I was young, I worked as an administrative secretary for ten years in our local school district.  I realized that people who may acknowledge there is a God, but do not call themselves ‘Christian’ have very clear expectations for others who say they are Christian.  I [...]

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Secular historians: Yeshua Christus died but….

Easter Resurrection Evidence  Brett Reese  – At this time of year it seems appropriate to describe the event in history that, at some point, forces each of us to make a decision. Easter is the holiday marked by a Christian claim that a man allegedly living in the first century was killed and actually came [...]

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ABC “alienating women and Christians” with new show

Critics say what if show was called “Good Muslim bit__s”? by Jack Minor   A group advocating responsible entertainment for children has said Disney has tarnished its image with a new show called “Good Christian _itches” saying the term is extremely offensive to Christians and women.  The Parents’ Television Council has posted a petition for [...]

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Cameron School Facility for FREE???

By Mike Bauman Union Colony Preparatory School’s charter expansion application lists two different possible locations for the proposed new school.  The first, near Boomerang Golf Course on the west end of town, is no longer available according to Union Colony Prep’s Principal Pat Gilliam’s comments at a recent School Board meeting. The second proposed location [...]

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Sandy Andersen

Sandra Elaine Andersen, 70, of Greeley, Colorado died October 9, 2010 at North Colorado Medical Center and met face to face with her Lord, Jesus Christ. Sandy was born June 1, 1940 in Greeley to Ralph and Lucille (James) Sall and raised on their family farm with her brother and sister. During her childhood on [...]

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Pastor honored for 25 years of service

Pastor Rod and Mrs. Paula Carlson were honored on Sunday, September 19, 2010, for their years of faithful service to the Evangelical Free Church of Windsor. For 25 years, Pastor Carlson’s love for the Lord Jesus Christ has been greatly evident in his passion for the Word of God in his preaching and teaching Biblical [...]

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Barbara Grimes

Barbara Grimes Sep.26, 1920 – Aug. 15, 2010 Age: 89 Residence: Greeley Barbara J. Grimes, died Sunday, August 15, at Centennial HealthCare Center. Barbara was born September 26, 1920, on her Grandparents ranch at Elgin, NE.  She then moved with her parents, Erwin and Mildred Carpenter, to the Riley Cattle Ranch south of Atkinson, NE.  [...]

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To live is Christ to die is gain

by Rev. Brad Living a Christian life is not always easy. It can be hard to know what God wants you to do day in and day out. Harder still maybe knowing what sort of purpose your life should have. But one thing is sure Christ wants us to love lives that exemplify His character. [...]

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A Voice Crying in Greeley

By Rev. Brad If a tree falls in the forest and no one is there to hear it, does it make a sound? The same question could be asked of many churches in our area. Sunday after Sunday, week after week, churches all over this country preach from the Word of God to a congregation [...]

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Grave Lessons about Application

by Walt Russell I was staring into the open grave of my son Christopher. It was an unspeakably painful moment. The nightmare all parents dread had become my life. Had I been physically able to muster more tears, I would have been weeping uncontrollably. As I watched four men struggle to lower a steel lid [...]

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Jo Ann (Christ) Theroux

Jo Ann (Christ) Theroux, 63, of Pierce passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, after a four year battle with Breast Cancer. Jo was born March 13, 1947 to Theodore and Velma (Wait) Christ in Greeley, Colorado.  On December 3, 1965, she married Albert Theroux in Cherry Point, North [...]

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The Church should be a Cheeseburger

Don’t worship there they only sing hymns. They are strange they speak in tongues. That church is full of holy rollers. All they do is say the same prayer over and over. Sit, stand, and kneel. The worship is too loud, and that worship is too slow. My goodness I have heard some good ones [...]

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You don’t deserve God’s Love so He won’t give it to you.

Shocking isn’t it. It shouldn’t be, that is the way we treat each other right? Just read some of the comments out there on the major news outlets and blogs in the community and it is clear this is how we behave. Aren’t you glad God does not do that to us? This community suffered [...]

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