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A “Bourgeois” Christian Longs for a Unifying Gospel

dee — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:11:06 +0000

When was the last time you laughed for the sheer joy of your salvation? People are not attracted to somber doctrines. There is no persuasive power in a gloomy and morbid religion. Let the world see your joy and you won't be able to keep them away. To be filled with God is to be filled with joy. -Anonymous S106 -Star forming region-NASA TWW received the following insightful comment from “memje.” “I decided to go to a Reformed seminary because I wanted to learn more about God so I may be better equipped to serve. It was the closest and cheapest Christian college I knew so I signed up. Little did I know I would fall straight into the world of dogmatic Christians who flaunt their theology and focus on biblical obscurities and in doing so make division out of it. I would like to affirm your claims about “Calvinistas” as I have first hand experience with them. This isn’t to say they are all like this. There are many godly men and women in my seminary. But this “YRR” is a real issue.” As most of you know, I, Dee, grew up in Salem, Massachusetts and came to the Continue reading →

Written by: dee on Wed, Jan 04 2012.

Categories: Calvinism/Calvinista, Uncategorized

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TWW Back From Enid Tonight

dee — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:01:06 +0000

Folks We just got back from Enid. We will get back to business tomorrow. We are enjoying the conversation but are very behind. Please bear with us.We should be catching up with the comments by the AM. Great trip. Awesome visit with Wade Burleson and exciting plans for the future.

Written by: dee on Tue, Dec 13 2011.

Categories: Uncategorized

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Comment Protocol

dee — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:29:20 +0000

TWW believes in maintaining an open forum, even when we seriously disagree with a particular comment or contributor. We believe that many churches try to control communication by making false claims of gossip or heresy. We have lost readers who disagree with our policy of allowing comments from all perspectives, even atheists. However, we do need to ask that the comments be limited to opinion on what we know or believe to be true. So, we can say that we believe that Peacemakers should notify congregants that they are signing documents drawn up by lawyers. But , TWW does not believe that Peacemakers is offering money to people to get them to negotiate. We have removed all comments that pertain to this unfounded charge. We appreciate the wonderful group of people who frequent our blog and are thankful for the level of discussion that is the hallmark of our readers. We are blessed.

Written by: dee on Mon, Aug 08 2011.

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The Fall of CJ Mahaney: More Documents and Dissonance

dee — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:44:07 +0000

"It is not our part to master all the tides of the world, but to do what is in us for the succour of those years wherein we are set, uprooting the evil in the fields that we know, so that those who live after may have clean earth to till. What weather they shall have is not ours to rule".The Lord of the Rings Gandalf, Chapter 'The Last Debate'.  freefoto.com Yesterday, TWW received further documents that pertain to the Sovereign Grace Ministries debacle. Our source is a trusted insider who has sent material to us in the past. We have decided to hold on posting them, in their entirety, due to the massive amount of information already available but may do so in the near future. These documents seem to buttress the information already available. However, one comment in the mix jumped out at me. I believe this comment is also found in the already released documents. When confronted, once again, by Brent, CJ, in June of this year, wrote the following: (my bold) "I am not trying to impress you or convince you about what I am perceiving in my heart. But since Continue reading →

Written by: dee on Mon, Jul 11 2011.

Categories: C.J. Mahaney, SGM, Sovereign Grace Ministries, Uncategorized

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Once More Out of Pocket

dee — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 02:30:25 +0000

My son graduated from high school last evening, I am taking him to an early college orientation for the next few days and will then travel to visit family in New England for another 10 days. Please forgive my sparse comments during this time.

Written by: dee on Sat, Jun 04 2011.

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A Bit Out of Pocket

dee — Wed, 11 May 2011 20:45:48 +0000

As many of you know, my dear daughter, Abby, had a large malignant brain tumor at the age of three. Her prognosis was terrible. On Friday, she will be graduating from Samford University with her degree in nursing and will embark on a career as an Emergency Room nurse. Please join my family in praising God for His mercy to our family. I have the posts prepared but may not be able to participate much in the discussion for a few days. I'll be spending a lot of time dancing and celebrating. However, my benign eye will be scanning…

Written by: dee on Wed, May 11 2011.

Categories: Uncategorized

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Friday’s Here But Sunday’s Coming

dee — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 21:14:50 +0000

CHRIST IS RISEN! Jesus. He, Who was there at the Beginning, came to Earth, a seemingly insignificant planet located in the Orion Spur off the Perseus Arm in the Milky Way galaxy. Yet, this planet was particularly blessed for this place was the home of those created in the image of the Creator. These were a special people, dearly loved. Enjoy this video called The Mountain by Terje Sorgjerd, which was filmed April 4-11, 2011at El Teide which is Spain´s highest mountain. It is one of the best places in the world to photograph the stars and is also the location of Teide Observatories, considered to be one of the world´s best observatories. You will see stunning views of the Milky Way. Yet, these unique and beloved people of God were strangely rebellious. They grew tired of their King and His rules. They turned from Him and a darkness settled over the planet. That is why the Light came. And so, on a day called Good Friday, a strange name for a day of execution, He was crucified by the very people He created, loved and came to redeem. The angels gasped in confusion. How does one execute the Continue reading →

Written by: dee on Fri, Apr 22 2011.

Categories: Musings, Uncategorized

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Buffalo Bills’ Johnson Drops Touchdown: Blames God

dee — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:41:05 +0000

“There are two kinds of people: those who say to God, "Thy will be done," and those to whom God says, "All right, then, have it your way” CS Lewis Living History Well, well, well, the chickens are coming home to roost. The years of “name it and claim it” are taking their toll. Joel Osteen, here is your legacy. Ed Young Jr., here is the result of giving to get. “If you confess it, you must possess it”. (Didn’t know that meant the football). If we throw some prayers in His direction, we’ll catch the ball. God must be gratified that we are condescending to tell Him what we need and when we need it so He can put it on His calendar. Let’s see what one of America's deep theologians, Stevie Johnson, Wide Receiver for the Buffalo Bills, has to say about God and His grand mistake this weekend in a game against the Philadelphia Steelers. Take a look at the play (Updated 9PM 11/30 with new video) Here is what he tweeted after the game as posted on TMZ.com. I PRAISE YOU 24/7!!!!!! AND THIS IS HOW YOU DO Continue reading →

Written by: dee on Mon, Nov 29 2010.

Categories: Culture and the faith, Doctrine, Health and Wealth Gospel, Joel Osteen, Uncategorized

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Michael Spencer: 1956-2010

dee — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 04:33:39 +0000

Categories: Uncategorized

Reporting the passing of The Internet Monk.

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The Fight Against SPAM

GuyBehindtheCurtain — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:05:47 +0000

We’ve added some new tools behind the scenes to fight the recent flood of SPAM. So for now comment moderation is off. If the SPAM re-appears, moderation will have to be turned back on.

Written by: GuyBehindtheCurtain on Fri, Feb 26 2010.

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