What Do We Do Now?

By George Stiekes | June 10, 2021 | Comments Off on What Do We Do Now?

Hear my prayer, O LORD, and let my cry come unto thee (Psalm 102:1). I cried unto the LORD with my voice; with my voice unto the LORD did I make my supplication (Psalm 142:1). Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all…

FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Michael Sproul

By Proclaim and Defend | June 10, 2021 | Comments Off on FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Michael Sproul

Podcast 7: Dr. Sproul previews his session on the advance of humanistic culture in America and how Christians can be ambassadors and light-bearers for Christ in a dark world. More information on the meeting: FBFI Annual Fellowship Meeting Catch up on all the podcasts in the right-hand column on our Home Page.

When Will These Things End?

By Gordon Dickson | June 9, 2021 | Comments Off on When Will These Things End?

You know something about a Christian believer who died in November 1992. But what you know about him is largely based on fiction, and not on fact. The fiction you probably know about is based on the writing of Ian Fleming, who wrote the James Bond series. The quartermaster (named “Q” by Fleming) provided the…

FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Wayne Van Gelderen

By Proclaim and Defend | June 9, 2021 | Comments Off on FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Wayne Van Gelderen

Podcast 6: Dr. Wayne Van Gelderen highlights his upcoming session at the conference where he will discuss the importance of prayer in asking God for big things. More information on the meeting: FBFI Annual Fellowship Meeting Catch up on all the podcasts in the right-hand column on our Home Page.

Separation Compared: The Ancient and Modern Church

By Bobby Howell | June 8, 2021 | Comments Off on Separation Compared: The Ancient and Modern Church

Some years ago, I was asked to consider the separation engaged in by the ancient church in comparison to the modern church. To what extent should a church separate from certain practices? Is there anything in culture a Christian abstain from? Separation Based on Acceptance When Constantine granted freedom to the Christian religion, many people…

FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Craig Hartman: Understanding Our Times and the Middle East

By Proclaim and Defend | June 8, 2021 | Comments Off on FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview – Dr. Craig Hartman: Understanding Our Times and the Middle East

Podcast 5: Dr. Craig Hartman previews what he will be covering at the FBFI conference and gives an update on his recent time in Israel. More information on the meeting: FBFI Annual Fellowship Meeting Catch up on all the podcasts in the right-hand column on our Home Page.

Biblical Submission Does Not Justify Abuse (or even permit it)

By Kevin Schaal | June 6, 2021 |

If you are a man who regularly (or even not so regularly) preaches submission to your wife, you need to take a long look in the mirror. Her submission is not your responsibility. Loving her like Christ loved the Church is your responsibility, and abusing her in action or word is a gross violation of…

Our Plans and What Really Happens

By Thomas Overmiller | June 4, 2021 | Comments Off on Our Plans and What Really Happens

We all stormed (or rolled) into the year 2020 with big plans, serious resolutions, and high expectations. The American economy was booming, colleges were marching towards commencement ceremonies, our jobs were chugging along as usual, and the NBA and NHL were making a mad dash for the playoffs. Some of us even smiled as we…

FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview: Dr. Mark Minnick: God and the Man of God

By Proclaim and Defend | June 4, 2021 | Comments Off on FBFI Annual Fellowship Preview: Dr. Mark Minnick: God and the Man of God

Podcast 4: Dr. Mark Minnick overviews his session on what it means to be a man of God during these challenging times.   More information on the meeting: FBFI Annual Fellowship Meeting

One Christian Response to LGBTQ+ Pride Month

By Cameron Pollock | June 3, 2021 | Comments Off on One Christian Response to LGBTQ+ Pride Month

It is June 1st, 2021, and my Google calendar tells me today is the first day of LGBTQ+ pride month. I am sure you have noticed. This new tradition seems to be here to stay, and many conscientious Christians who hold to a biblical sexual ethic may wonder how to respond. I would like to…