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COGwriter<\/a><\/p>\n

In a past newsletter, Mike Gendron had the following:<\/p>\n

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Deceived and Defiant Against the Gospel<\/h2>\n

Clearly, the most difficult people to evangelize are those who are defiantly opposed to the Gospel because of religious bondage and deception.<\/p>\n

Self-Conceit Leads to Self-Deceit<\/strong><\/p>\n

As prince of this world, Satan holds undiscerning people captive with religious pride and deceitful indoctrination.\u00a0When you witness to them, their stubborn arrogance exposes their willful ignorance of God’s Word. Their stiff-necked self conceit leads to their unyielding self-deceit. Whenever prideful people are confronted in their self-deceit, they dig in their heels to prove they are right. A frequent example of this is when Roman Catholics are asked to repent and believe the Gospel. A common response is, “I was born a Catholic and I will die a Catholic.” My reply is always the same. According to the Bible, you were born a sinner and you will die a sinner unless you repent and believe the Gospel.<\/p>\n

Religious Arrogance Blinds People<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the most powerful tools Satan uses to “blind the minds of the unbelieving so that they might not see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ” is religious pride and arrogance (2 Cor. 4:4). We see a vivid example of this when “Stephen, full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people” (Acts 6:8). Some arrogant Jews rose up and argued with him because they were unable to cope with the wisdom and Spirit with which he was speaking. Stephen responded, \u201cYou men who are stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears are always resisting the Holy Spirit; you are doing just as your fathers did” (Acts 7:51). Because of their religious arrogance, they were brutally resistant to the truth, and with gnashing teeth, they stoned Stephen to death.<\/p>\n

Deceitful Indoctrination Creates Pride<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many Catholics are deceived into believing they belong to the one true church. This deceitful indoctrination creates a lot of pride and a strong resistance to any teaching from non-Catholics. If Catholics were intellectually honest with themselves, they would have to acknowledge that their church looks nothing like the first century church. That is because it drifted into apostasy by departing from the faith of the apostles. Paul warned that\u00a0“in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons” (1 Tim. 4:1). Catholics need to be warned that any teaching contrary to the written Word of God is either a lie of the devil or a doctrine of demons.\u00a0Every man’s teaching must be tested by the supreme authority of Scripture (2 Tim. 3:16; Acts 17:11).<\/p>\n

Catholic Responses to the Gospel<\/strong><\/p>\n

This ministry has been engaging Catholics with the Gospel for 32 years and we have heard some incredible responses. Following are several examples.<\/p>\n

“I could no more renounce my Catholic faith than I could gouge out my eyes! What type of people are you? You have no idea what Christ teaches! I am a proud Catholic who is also proud to say that he respects all religions that seek peace in love. I am offended by your insults! They will lead to everlasting torment!”<\/em><\/p>\n

Another proud Catholic responded this way.\u00a0“You are so misinformed it is pathetic. I have the authority of Christ\u2019s Church. Protestant sects have nothing. I know the Church back to front and I have loved the Catholic Church since I was born.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Let me add that most who profess Christianity do not truly understand the true gospel (see also the free online booklet: The Gospel of the Kingdom of God<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Related to self-deception,\u00a0The Atlantic<\/em> posted the following:<\/p>\n

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Quit Lying to Yourself<\/h2>\n

November 18, 2021<\/p>\n

No one wants to<\/span> be seen as a liar<\/a>. Liars are considered untrustworthy at best and immoral at worst. And yet, we are perfectly content to lie to ourselves all the time. \u201cI\u2019ll enjoy this sleeve of Oreos today because my diet starts tomorrow,\u201d I might tell myself. Or, \u201cI love my job; who cares that I complain about it constantly?\u201d Or even\u2014ironically\u2014\u201cI am always honest with myself.\u201d<\/p>\n

Deceiving yourself shouldn\u2019t make logical sense. After all, lying involves telling someone something you know<\/em> to be untrue. When you are both the liar and one lied to, this means you have to both know the truth and not<\/em> know the truth. In practice, that means willfully disregarding key knowledge<\/a> to arrive at a conclusion that is more convenient than what the facts appear to suggest.<\/p>\n

Everyone self-deceives, but that doesn\u2019t make it harmless. At high levels, it is associated with poor mental health. At moderate levels, it can temporarily protect the self-deceiver from bad feelings but still presents a barrier to the deep well-being that comes from living with integrity. To be really happy, we must learn to be completely honest with ourselves. …<\/p>\n

If you are willfully oblivious to your flaws, you can\u2019t correct them. https:\/\/www.theatlantic.com\/family\/archive\/2021\/11\/self-deception-honesty-lying\/620739\/?utm_source=pocket-newtab<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Related to that last statement, consider the following scriptures:<\/p>\n

8 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us. (1 John 1:8-10)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Repentance is needed so we can believe, live, and understand the truth.<\/p>\n

Related to pride and self-deception, the Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God<\/a> (CCOG) put out the following video on our Bible News Prophecy<\/a>\u00a0YouTube channel:<\/p>\n

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Pride: Quit Lying to Yourself<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\u2018The Atlantic\u2019 ran an article titled \u201cQuit Lying to Yourself.\u2019 It explained that this was not good and does not lead to happiness. The BBC ran an article about dangers of self-deception. The Bible warns about lies, self-deception, and pride. Does the New Testament warn that Christians can be deceived? What did Jesus say was the truth? What did Jesus tell end-time Laodicean Christians to do? Dr. Thiel addresses these issues and more in this video.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Here is a link to the sermonette video:\u00a0Pride: Quit Lying to Yourself<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Now, let’s look again at something Mike Gendron wrote:<\/p>\n

If Catholics were intellectually honest with themselves, they would have to acknowledge that their church looks nothing like the first century church. That is because it drifted into apostasy by departing from the faith of the apostles.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That is true.<\/p>\n

And for those interested in the documented truth on that, we put together a free online book: Beliefs of the Original Catholic Church: Could a remnant group have continuing apostolic succession?<\/a><\/p>\n

But just because the Greco-Roman Catholics changed that does not make Protestants, like Mike Gendron, right.<\/p>\n

Why?<\/p>\n

Well, because there was nothing resembling modern Protestantism in first or second century Christianity. For documented details, check out the free online book: Hope of Salvation: How the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God Differs from Protestantism<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Greco-Roman Catholics tend to realize that the Protestants do not represent the original faith, hence do not consider that the Protestants can possibly be right.<\/p>\n

But that, of course, does not make the Greco-Roman Catholics right.<\/p>\n

Let me add that this does not, then, make the Jehovah’s Witnesses (see Similarities and Differences Between the Jehovah’s Witnesses and the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God<\/a>) or the LDS (Mormons; see Teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) and the\u00a0Continuing<\/em> Church of God<\/a>) right either as their faith also is not the original Christian one.<\/p>\n

It is actually only the true Church of God (COG) which continues the beliefs and practices of the original first and second century Christians.<\/p>\n

While many with COG ties realize that to some degree, that does not mean that they cannot have any issues with pride or self-deception.<\/p>\n

Regarding most true end-time Christians, Jesus had the following to say:<\/p>\n

14 “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write,<\/p>\n

‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God: 15 “I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. 16 So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth. 17 Because you say, ‘I am rich, have become wealthy, and have need of nothing’ \u2014 and do not know that you are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked \u2014 18 I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined in the fire, that you may be rich; and white garments, that you may be clothed, that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and anoint your eyes with eye salve, that you may see. 19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. Therefore be zealous and repent. 20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me. 21 To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.<\/p>\n

22 “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”‘” (Revelation 3:14-22)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Laodiceans do not want to change as they are comfortable where they are and have deceived themselves.<\/p>\n

So, it is not just the Greco-Roman Catholics, Protestants, Jehovah\u2019s Witnesses, or Mormons that have prideful religious deception.<\/p>\n

Hopefully, YOU will heed the words of Jesus.<\/p>\n

The last book of the Bible warns that those who believe and love lies, this would include false traditions as well as lying to oneself, will not be in the Kingdom of God if they will not change and keep God’s commandments:<\/p>\n

14 Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.<\/p>\n

15 For without are dogs, and sorcerers, and lewd men, and murderers, and idolaters, and whoever loveth and maketh a lie. (Revelation 22:14-15, KJV)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Let me add that although Laodicean Christians “do his commandments,” they are subject to death and persecution during the Great Tribulation as they are not protected from it per Revelation 12:17 (see also There is a Place of Safety for the Philadelphians. Why it May Be Near Petra<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Jesus taught that Satan was a liar and the father of lies:<\/p>\n

44 You are of your father the devil, and the desires of your father you want to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own resources, for he is a liar and the father of it (John 8:44)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Satan allowed his pride to deceive him (Ezekiel 28:14-18), and thus, he seems to have been the father of self-deception.<\/p>\n

Of course, Satan pushes deception and encourages humans to deceive themselves. Recall what happened to Eve:<\/p>\n

14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression. (1 Timothy 2:14)<\/p>\n

6 So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree desirable to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate. She also gave to her husband with her, and he ate. (Genesis 3:6)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Satan was involved, but the woman allowed herself to be deceived. This type of deception happens every day.<\/p>\n

Christians are to be set apart by the truth, which allows them to be set free from the deception Satan and others have foisted on this world:<\/p>\n

17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. (John 17:17)<\/p>\n

31 … “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:31-32)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In Matthew 7:22, Jesus warned that deceit and pride defile humans.<\/p>\n

Many professing Christians have pride that their nation will last longer than it will. They will not take the biblically encouraged steps to become Philadelphian Christians (cf. Revelation 3:7-13; see also The Philadelphia Church Era<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Pride is a form of self-deception.<\/p>\n

With pride, people have overconfidence in themselves and this is deceiving. Humility involves seeing yourself more like you really are.<\/p>\n

The Book of Proverbs teaches:<\/p>\n

2 When pride comes, then comes shame;
\nBut with the humble is wisdom. (Proverbs 11:2)<\/p>\n

18 Pride goes before destruction,
\nAnd a haughty spirit before a fall. (Proverbs 16:18)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Pride and self-deception are common.<\/p>\n

Try not to fall for it and other snares that Satan pushes:<\/p>\n

6 … Therefore He says:<\/p>\n

“God resists the proud,
\nBut gives grace to the humble.”<\/p>\n

7 Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9 Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. 10 Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. (James 4:6-10)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The word of God is truth (John 17:17), hopefully you will believe it enough so that you will resist Satanically-encouraged self-deception (cf. James 4:7).<\/p>\n

12 Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. … 14 But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. 15 Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death.<\/p>\n

16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren. (James 1:12,14-16)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

James would not have the above warning if it were not possible. Sadly, most end-time Christians have fallen victim to self-deception.<\/p>\n

YOU, even if you are a Christian, need to be on guard about it.<\/p>\n

Some items of possibly related interest may include:<\/em><\/p>\n

Lies<\/a> Where did they originate? What was really the first lie? What happens for lies? Here is a link to it in Mandarin Chinese {,NN*\u0152\u000e\u0160T\u0152W\u00fawc_\u2019v\u201ea\u000fTs<\/a> Here is a link to a related video (in English): Pride: Quit Lying to Yourself<\/a>.
\nChristian courage vs. cowardice<\/a> As you courageous? What biblically is cowardice? Do YOU really understand this? Two sermons related to this article are available and are titled Courage and Cowardice<\/a> and Cowardice and Overcoming Fear<\/a>. A Spanish language article is also available: Valor Cristiano vs Cobard\u00eda<\/a>.
\nTen Steps to Rid Yourself of Fear<\/a> This is a vastly expanded version of a shorter article by the late Dr. Herman Hoeh on getting past fear. Here is a link to a related sermon: Ten Plus Steps to Rid Yourself of Fear<\/a>.
\n<\/span>Satan’s Plan<\/a> Does Satan have a plan? What is it? Has it already been successful? Will it be successful in the future? Here are links to a two-part sermon series: What are Some of the Parts of Satan’s Plan?<\/a> and Satan’s Plan is More Dramatic than Many Realize<\/a>.
\nThe Gospel of the Kingdom of God<\/a>\u00a0This free online pdf booklet has answers many questions people have about the Gospel of the Kingdom of God and explains why it is the solution to the issues the world is facing. It is available in hundreds of languages at\u00a0ccog.org<\/a>. Here are links to four kingdom-related sermons: \u00a0The Fantastic Gospel of the Kingdom of God!<\/a>,\u00a0The World\u2019s False Gospel<\/a>,\u00a0The Gospel of the Kingdom: From the New and Old Testaments<\/a>, and\u00a0The Kingdom of God is the Solution<\/a>.
\nBiblical Keys to Happiness<\/a> This is an article for those interested in biblical teachings about being happy. A related sermon is available and is titled:Happiness: 15 Biblical Keys<\/a>.<\/span>
\nWhere is the True Christian Church Today?<\/a> This free online pdf booklet answers that question and includes 18 proofs, clues, and signs to identify the true vs. false Christian church. Plus 7 proofs, clues, and signs to help identify Laodicean churches. A related sermon is also available: Where is the True Christian Church? <\/a>Here is a link to the booklet in the Spanish language: \u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 la verdadera Iglesia cristiana de hoy?<\/a> Here is a link in the German language: WO IST DIE WAHRE CHRISTLICHE KIRCHE HEUTE?<\/a> Here is a link in the French language: O\u00f9 est la vraie \u00c9glise Chr\u00e9tienne aujourd\u2019hui?<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Continuing History of the Church of God<\/a> This pdf booklet is a historical overview of the true Church of God and some of its main opponents from Acts 2 to the 21st century. Related sermon links include Continuing History of the Church of God: c. 31 to c. 300 A.D<\/span><\/a>. and Continuing History of the Church of God: 4th-16th Centuries<\/a> and Continuing History of the Church of God: 17th-20th Centuries<\/a>. The booklet is available in Spanish: Continuaci\u00f3n de la Historia de la Iglesia de Dios<\/a>, German: Kontinuierliche Geschichte der Kirche Gottes<\/a>, French: L \u0019Histoire Continue<\/em> de l \u0019\u00c9glise de Dieu<\/a> and Ekegusii Omogano Bw\u2019ekanisa Ya Nyasae Egendererete<\/a>.
\nBeliefs of the Original Catholic Church: Could a remnant group have continuing apostolic succession?<\/a>\u00a0Did the original \u201ccatholic church\u201d have doctrines held by the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God? Did Church of God leaders uses the term \u201ccatholic church\u201d to ever describe the church they were part of? Here are links to related sermons:\u00a0Original Catholic Church of God?<\/a>,\u00a0Original Catholic Doctrine: Creed, Liturgy, Baptism, Passover<\/a>,\u00a0What Type of Catholic was Polycarp of Smyrna?<\/a>,\u00a0Tradition, Holy Days, Salvation, Dress, & Celibacy<\/a>,\u00a0Early Heresies and Heretics<\/a>,\u00a0Doctrines: 3 Days, Abortion, Ecumenism, Meats<\/a>,\u00a0Tithes, Crosses, Destiny, and more<\/a>,\u00a0Saturday or Sunday?<\/a>,\u00a0The Godhead<\/a>,\u00a0Apostolic Laying on of Hands Succession<\/a>,\u00a0Church in the Wilderness Apostolic Succession List<\/a>,\u00a0Holy Mother Church and Heresies<\/a>, and\u00a0Lying Wonders and Original Beliefs<\/a>. Here is a link to that book in the Spanish language:\u00a0Creencias de la iglesia Cat\u00f3lica original<\/a>.
\nHope of Salvation: How the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God Differs from Protestantism<\/a>\u00a0The CCOG is NOT Protestant. This free online book explains how the\u00a0real\u00a0<\/em>Church of God differs from mainstream\/traditional Protestants. Several sermons related to the free book are also available:\u00a0Protestant, Baptist, and CCOG History<\/a>;\u00a0The First Protestant, God\u2019s Command, Grace, & Character<\/a>;\u00a0The New Testament, Martin Luther, and the Canon<\/a>;\u00a0Eucharist, Passover, and Easter<\/a>;\u00a0Views of Jews, Lost Tribes, Warfare, & Baptism<\/a>;\u00a0Scripture vs. Tradition, Sabbath vs. Sunday<\/a>;\u00a0Church Services, Sunday, Heaven, and God\u2019s Plan<\/a><\/a>;\u00a0Seventh Day Baptists\/Adventists\/Messianics: Protestant or COG?<\/a>;\u00a0Millennial Kingdom of God and God\u2019s Plan of Salvation<\/a>;\u00a0Crosses, Trees, Tithes, and Unclean Meats<\/a>;\u00a0The Godhead and the Trinity<\/a>;\u00a0Fleeing or Rapture?<\/a>; and\u00a0Ecumenism, Rome, and CCOG Differences<\/a>.
\nSimilarities and Differences Between the Jehovah’s Witnesses and the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God<\/a>\u00a0Both groups claim to represent the original Christian faith.\u00a0 Do you know much about them? Both groups have some interesting similarities, but many major differences. Would you like Christian answers for Jehovah’s Witnesses to give information on how to deal with Jehovah’s Witnesses? A related sermon is also available:\u00a0Jehovah’s Witnesses: Right and Wrong Teachings?<\/a>
\nMessianic Judaism Beliefs Differ from the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God<\/a>\u00a0Both groups keep the\u00a0seventh-day Sabbath<\/a>, but have important differences in doctrines and practices. Here is a link to a related sermon:\u00a0Messianic Judaism beliefs<\/a>.
\nSDA\/CCOG Differences: Two Horned Beast of Revelation and 666<\/a>\u00a0The genuine Church of God is NOT part of the Seventh-day Adventists. This article explains two prophetic differences, the trinity, differences in approaching doctrine, including Ellen White. Did Ellen White make prophetic errors? Did Ellen White make false prophecies? Here is a version in the Spanish language:\u00a0SDA\/COG Diferencias: La bestia de dos cuernos de Apocalipsis y 666<\/a>. Here are two sermons in the English language:\u00a0Seventh Day Baptists\/Adventists\/Messianics: Protestant or COG?<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0CCOG and SDA differences and similarities<\/a>. Here is a link to an article in the Spanish language: Diferencias:\u00a0SDA\/CCOG: La bestia de dos cuernos de Apocalipsis y 666<\/a>.
\nSeventh Day Baptists are Protestant, not Church of God<\/a>\u00a0This article explains reasons why Baptists, include seventh day ones (SDBs) do not have the historical and doctrinal ties to the original church that many have claimed. Here are two related sermons in the English language:\u00a0Seventh Day Baptists\/Adventists\/Messianics: Protestant or COG?<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Protestant, Baptist, and CCOG History<\/a>.
\nTeachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) and the\u00a0Continuing<\/em>\u00a0Church of God\u00a0<\/a>The genuine Church of God is not related to the Mormons and this article explains some differences and a couple of similarities. Also, might certain LDS prophecies apply to Mitt Romney?\u00a0A sermon of related interest is available:\u00a0Mormon vs. Church of God Teachings<\/a>.
\nDoes the CCOG have the confirmed signs of Acts 2:17-18?<\/a>\u00a0Does any church have the confirmed dream and prophetic signs of Acts 2:17-18? Should one? Here is a link in the Spanish language:\u00a0\u00bfTiene la CCOG confirmadas las se\u00f1ales de Hechos 2: 17-18?<\/a>\u00a0Here is a link in the French language:\u00a0Est-ce que l\u2019\u00c9glise Continue de Dieu confirme les signes d\u2019Actes 2:17-18?<\/a>\u00a0A related sermon in the English language is also available:\u00a017 Last Days’ Signs of the Holy Spirit<\/a>.
\n5. The Sardis Church Era<\/a> was predominant circa 1600 A.D. to circa 1933 A.D.–but some are still in it. Discusses some early history of the Seventh Day Baptists<\/a>, Seventh-day Adventists<\/a>, CG7-Salem<\/a>, Jerusalem 7DCG<\/a>, and COG-7th Day-Denver<\/a>. Here are two historical sermons: Sardis Church Era: Beginnings, Doctrines, and Leaders<\/a> and Sardis: SDBs, SDAs, & CG7s<\/a>.
\n6. The Philadelphia Church Era and Remnant<\/a> Though the era was predominant circa 1933 A.D. to 1986 A.D., a faithful remnant has continued. The old Radio Church of God and old Worldwide Church of God were part of the era, and now the remnant of that era is basically the most faithful in the Church of God, like who hold to the beliefs and practices of the Continuing<\/a><\/em> Church of God<\/a>. Here is a link to a related sermon: Philadelphia Church Era: History & Teachings<\/a>.
\n7. The Laodicean Church Era <\/a>has been predominant circa 1986 A.D. to present.–and most end time Christians are part of it. The Laodiceans are non-Philadelphians who mainly descended from the old WCG or its offshoots.\u00a0 They do not properly understand the work or biblical prophecies and will face the Great Tribulation<\/a> if they do not repent. One video of related interest is 50+ Laodicean Prophetic Errors<\/a>. See also Do You Hold to Any of These Laodicean Prophetic Errors?<\/a>
\nThere is a Place of Safety for the Philadelphians. Why it May Be Near Petra<\/a>\u00a0This article discusses a biblical ‘place of safety,’ Zephaniah 2 to ‘gather together,’ and includes quotes from the Bible and Herbert W. Armstrong on fleeing to a place–thus, there is a biblically supported alternative to the\u00a0rapture<\/a>\u00a0theory.\u00a0Two sermon-length videos of related interest are available\u00a0Physical Protection During the Great Tribulation<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Might Petra be the Place of Safety?<\/a><\/span>\u00a0 Here are two related items in the Spanish language:\u00a0Hay un lugar de seguridad para los Filadelfinos. \u00bfPuede ser Petra?<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Existe un Lugar de Seguridad<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

COGwriter In a past newsletter, Mike Gendron had the following: Deceived and Defiant Against the Gospel Clearly, the most difficult people to evangelize are those who are defiantly opposed to the Gospel because of religious bondage and deception. Self-Conceit Leads to Self-Deceit As prince of this world, Satan holds undiscerning people captive with religious pride […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-101958","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-doctrine"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t