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Dr. David Brown, Pastor Emeritus of the First Baptist Church in Oak Creek, has a Masters in Theology and a Ph.D in History, specializing in the history of the English Bible. In addition to his study of the English Bible, he's also president of Logos Communications Consortium. For years he has conducted research on witchcraft, the occult, fantasy role playing games and The Dark Side of Halloween. Note this from I Peter 5:8, "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour." Satan is subtle. Scripture refers to him as the "god of this world", as "the prince of the power of the air" as "the father of lies" as a "destroyer", as one who is "the deceiver of the whole world," and yet as one who transforms himself "as an angel of light." With this in mind, this edition of Crosstalk comes as a warning concerning a new series coming out first on Freeform then on Disney+, Hulu, and Freeform On Demand. It's called Coven Academy which reportedly "follows three teenage witches and their dangerously charming warlock peers an at elite magic school where power is currency, secrets are lethal, and attraction is a liability." So become informed and hear the background of the characters behind Coven Academy, excerpts from the trailer, why the concepts of good witches/bad witches and white magic/black magic are false, and finally how Scripture clearly shows that this program is promoting the occult. More Information: Offer: Principles for Determining What is Acceptable is available for a donation of $2.00. Send your donation to: First Baptist Church, P.O Box 151, Oak Creek, WI 53154.

This sermon explores the imagery of the Lamb standing on Mount Zion with the 144,000, emphasizing the security and perseverance of believers who are redeemed and blameless. The teaching connects this vision to the steadfastness of faith, illustrating that true believers remain unshaken by trials, much like Mount Zion which cannot be removed. It further examines the biblical significance of Mount Zion as a symbol of divine protection and the judgment of the proud and the angelic realm. The message encourages the congregation to hold fast to their faith, trusting that nothing can separate them from the love of God, while also addressing the nature of spiritual warfare and the ultimate destiny of evil forces.

This sermon examines the early church's response to persecution in Acts 5, highlighting the tension between divine command and human authority. The central message emphasizes that believers must obey God rather than men when the two conflict, drawing from Peter and the apostles' declaration before the Sanhedrin. The text explores the miraculous growth of the church, the jealousy of Jewish leaders, and the angelic release of the apostles as evidence of God's sovereign power. It underscores the necessity of boldness in preaching the full message of Jesus' resurrection and life, urging the congregation to trust in God's faithfulness despite opposition. The tone is instructional and encouraging, calling for a commitment to witness that prioritizes divine approval over human acceptance.

This sermon explores the theological necessity of Christ's incarnation, arguing that Jesus was made lower than the angels to address the spiritual toxicity introduced by sin. Using the metaphor of a poisoned watering hole, the message explains that humanity is enslaved to death and sin, but Christ, as the merciful and faithful high priest, drank the poison of divine wrath to liberate believers. The text emphasizes that this atonement is not merely theoretical or allegorical but a tangible, physical reality that renders the devil powerless. The sermon concludes by connecting this doctrine to the practice of the Lord's Supper, urging believers to view the communion table not as a routine ritual but as a vital reminder of their rescue and a source of strength for daily living.

We have all heard about hospitality. Opening your house, or business to others, but it means even more when you open yourself to others, and to their needs, and to entertain them. There are many examples also in scripture where people have entertained angels unawares.

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Teaching on the Doctrine of Angels using selected Scripture