9th century painting of Theodosius making Gregory Patriarch of Constantinople in 380 A.D. (Public Domain photo via Wikipedia) COGwriter The trinity was formally adopted at the Council of Constantinople called by Roman Emperor Theodosius in 381 A.D. Yet, some scholars are still falsely teaching that the trinity was the Christian position long before then. Including […]
Category: Doctrine
“Prove all things; hold fast that which is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:21, KJV)
BibleNewsProphecy: Married adults with religion are happier
(Official IFS logo) COGwriter The Institute of Family Studies reported that there has been a ‘Happiness Crash’: As Young Adult Happiness Drops, yet Two Groups Are Thriving. Related to that as well as the Bible, we produced the following related video: 14:30 Married adults with religion are happier The Modern “Happiness Crash”: Why Faith & […]
Gerald Flurry and ‘That Prophet’
Artist portrayal of Elisha receiving mantle (Gustave Doré, 19th century, Public Domain) COGwriter PCG’s Gerald Flurry has long pointed to himself as “that prophet” of John 1. Last September, he cautiously doubled down on his insistence that he is “that prophet” in a video post. Here is a passage of scripture he referred to: 19 […]
If you vow to God, you need to pay/fulfill your vow
(Picture from Pexels) COGwriter The Temple Institute sent the following out in one of its newsletters: “If a man makes a vow to HaShem” (Numbers 30:3) This week’s Torah reading, Matot, opens with Moshe standing before the twelve tribal leaders of the entire nation of Israel, impressing upon them the supreme importance and supreme caution to be taken […]
Why the left doesn’t want to face the facts about marriage?
(Official IFS logo) COGwriter The New York Post reported the following: Why the left doesn’t want to face the facts about marriage The decline of marriage drives many of our worst social problems, but the left is silent and the right not much better — because it’s not something politics or government can fix. Comprehensive […]
Sermon: Could God Be Calling You to be a Philadelphian Christian?
COGwriter Is God calling you? If so, have you accepted the call? But have you accepted it as a Philadelphian Christian or a LUKEWARM ONE LIKE THE BULK OF TRUE CHRISTIANS IN THE 21ST CENTURY? The recommended sermon for this Sabbath is: 1:14:26 Could God Be Calling You to be a Philadelphian Christian? Could God […]
Redeem the time! Seek first the kingdom of God!
(Unsplash photo) COGwriter The Apostle Paul wrote: 15 See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. (Ephesians 5:15-17) We are not to waste time away frivolously. We […]
Truth or Consequence: The mainstream churches or the Church of God?
COGwriter In a newsletter, former Roman Catholic, now Protestant, Mike Gendron had the following: Truth or Consequences? Have you ever considered the consequences that await those who do not pursue the truth? The Lord Jesus “came into the world, to testify to the truth.” This prompted Pilate to ask a compelling question that has eternal […]
Former professional astrologer explains how people like her work
(photo from Pixabay) COGwriter Many are fascinated by astrology, but it is not the source of truth or real knowledge of the future. The Guardian ran the following from a former astrologer named as Felicity Carter: I was an astrologer – here’s how it really works and why I had to stop Customers marvelled at […]
Sermons: The Third Resurrection & The Last Great Day: God’s Plan for Salvation for the Bulk of Humanity Makes Sense y El ultimo y Gran Dia
(ChatGPT rendering of the Third Resurrection) COGwriter Until sunset tonight is a Holy Day often called the Last Great Day. It helps picture an important part of God’s plan of salvation. This day is a mystery to most, as is what it represents. Here is an offertory sermonette” 10:46 Last Great Day Offertory Ritchie White […]