On today's Contending for the Word show, Dave considers the influence of Joel Osteen, examples of his false teaching, what the Ligonier State of Theology and Barna's worldview study show us about the state of the church and how Christians should respond to teachers like Joel Osteen, and what they can do about them. What You'll Hear on This Episode • The influence of Joel Osteen through podcasting and social media. • Examples of Joel Osteen's false teaching. • What the Ligonier Statement of Theology and Barna's worldview studies show us about the current state of the Church. • Why salvation is exclusive and restricted only to those who repent and believe in Christ. • Why the fruits of the Spirit are greater than being nice. • The dangers of the prosperity gospel. • The meaning and purpose of biblical meditation for the Christian. • How Christians should respond to preachers like Joel Osteen and what we can do about them. Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

On today’s Contending for the Word show, Dave considers the influence of Joel Osteen, examples of his false teaching, what the Ligonier State of Theology and Barna’s worldview study show us about the state of the church, and how Christians should respond to teachers like Joel Osteen, and they can do about them.What You’ll Hear on This EpisodeThe influence of Joel Osteen through podcasting and social media.Examples of Joel Osteen’s false teaching.What the Ligonier Statement of Theology and Barna’s worldview studies show us about the current state of the Church.Why salvation is exclusive and restricted only to those who repent and believe in Christ.Why the fruits of the Spirit are greater than being nice.The dangers of the prosperity gospel.The meaning and purpose of biblical meditation for the Christian.How Christians should respond to preachers like Joel Osteen and what we can do about them.Subscribing, sharing, and your feedbackYou can subscribe to Contending for the Word via iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcast catcher. If you like what you’ve heard, please consider leaving a rating and share it with your friends (it takes only takes a second and will go a long way to helping other people find the show).Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Did Jesus give us the power to cast out demons in His name? Do specific prayers break generational curses? Join Jim Osman, author of "Truth or Territory," for a powerful and clear exegesis of what the Bible says about casting out demons. You will learn about the main causes of spiritual warfare, and biblical ways you can be protected. Link to Jim Osman's books and teaching: https://jimosman.com Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Exiting the New Apostolic Reformation movement can come with a gamut of emotions and difficulties. The road ahead can be lonely at times, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Join me as I share some personal reflections in coming out of this movement five years ago, and we are edified and encouraged by God's holy Word. Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace This video first appeared at Dawn's YouTube and is posted here with his permission. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1ldR40CuZs&t=1s Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

On this new Contending for the Word show Justin Peters talks about Pope Francis latest interview on 60 minutes and explains the differences between biblical Christianity and Roman Catholicism. Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace This video first appeared at @JustinPetersMin 's YouTube and is posted here with his permission. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGVpc5vAj4g&t=2s Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Within areas of the Charismatic movement, there is a reluctance to call an individual a false prophet, even when evidence is provided to confirm this very thing. There are additional categories for prophets created within the prophetic movement, arguably convoluting the ability to call one a false prophet. What does Scripture tell us in identifying false prophets and false teachers? Is it loving to call someone a false prophet or a false teacher? Join me in this discussion with Pastor Chris Rosebrough concerning this matter. Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Deliverance ministries have made a roaring comeback. Self-described "demon slayers" maintain that born-again Christians need to regularly have demons cast out of them. Deliverance ministries, led by figures such as Greg Locke, Alexander Pagani, Isaiah Saldivar, Kathryn Krick, Vlad Savchuck, etc., are entirely predicated on the premise that Christians can be inhabited by demons. On this Contending for the Show, Jim Osman, Chris Rosebrough, and Justin Peters examine their claims and theology. Link to Jim Osman's books and teaching: https://jimosman.com Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace This episode first appeared at Justin's YouTube channel and is posted here with his permission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ7eWMpVoDM Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Bringing Heaven to Earth is the focal mission of Bethel Church in Redding, California. Music is an important factor in achieving such a mission, as it is viewed as releasing Heaven's potential and possibilities in the world. But there are some concerns with what worship students are taught about incorporating worship music in church services and in the secular arena, such as the emphasis on vibrations, frequencies, and entrainment. Join Dawn Hill on this new Contending or the Word episode as she discusses a teaching within Bethel's worship ministry and its association with the New Age. Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

Bringing Heaven to Earth is the focal mission of Bethel Church in Redding, California. Music is an important factor in achieving such a mission, as it is viewed as releasing Heaven's potential and possibilities in the world. But there are some concerns with what worship students are taught about incorporating worship music in church services and in the secular arena, such as the emphasis on vibrations, frequencies, and entrainment. Join Dawn Hill on this new Contending or the Word episode as she discusses a teaching within Bethel's worship ministry and its association with the New Age.Subscribing, sharing, and your feedbackYou can subscribe to Contending for the Word via iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcast catcher. If you like what you’ve heard, please consider leaving a rating and share it with your friends (it takes only takes a second and will go a long way to helping other people find the show).This video is posted here with permission from Doreen. Check out Dawn Hill's YouTube at Another nail in Bethel's coffin... (youtube.com)Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.

On today's Contending for the Word show, Dave and Doreen consider the meaning of automatic writing and how it is affecting the Church today, the influence of Jesus Calling and the Enneagram on the Church, and how Christians should respond to these challenges from a biblical worldview. What You'll Hear on This Episode • The meaning of automatic writing and how it affects the Church. • The influence of Jesus Calling and the dangers of in the Church. • The influence of the Enneagram and the dangers of it in the Church. • How Christians should counter automatic writing from a biblical worldview and speak out against it. • The dangers of syncretism and how Christians should respond to it from a biblical worldview. • The danger of biblical and theological literacy and how Christians should respond to it. • How and why Christians are to engage in discernment rightly with God's Word. Recommended Resources The Enneagram Online Conference https://www.watchagtv.com/the-enneagram-online-conference "Another Jesus" Calling: Warren B. Smith https://www.amazon.com/Another-Jesus-Calling-Warren-Smith/dp/0989509338 The Dangers of Jesus Calling with Doreen Virtue https://servantsofgrace.org/the-dangers-of-jesus-calling-with-doreen-virtue/ Subscribe to Contend for the Word wherever you find podcasts: Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contending-for-the-word/id1704686636?mt=2&ls=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/02aGgEF6NGt2dkmWH57jTQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Contending for the Word.