November 2007

Islam is Peace for Britain?

November 21, 2007

Islam is Peace for Britain? [Excerpts] “Who are we? We are Islam is peace. We want to eradicate Islamophobia. Our home is Britain. And we represent peace.” It’s a new ad campaign in Britain: Islam is Peace. Buses and trains are sporting the legend, “ Islam is Peace,” and an...Read more

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Angelic Escort Given

November 20, 2007

[TBC: The statements made by some in the Charismatic movement often direct attention to their alleged power and authority.] Angelic Escort Given As Matt stepped off the plane into the Colombian airport he was met by several angels. As he walked through the terminal he could feel the presence of...Read more

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"Oprah and Friends" To Teach Course on New Age Christ

November 19, 2007

"Oprah and Friends" To Teach Course on New Age Christ [Excerpts] By Warren Smith Oprah Winfrey will be letting out all the stops on her XM Satellite Radio program this coming year. Beginning January 1, 2008, “Oprah & Friends” will offer a year-long course on the New Age teachings of...Read more

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Why Does The Emerging Church Attract Young People?

Tom: You’re listening to Search the Scriptures Daily , a program in which we encourage everyone who desires to know God’s truth to look to God’s Word for all that is essential for salvation and living one’s life in a way that is pleasing to Him. We’re continuing our series...Read more

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Bush Decorates The Dalai Lama

RELIGION IN THE NEWS A report and comment on religious trends and events being covered by the media. This week’s item is from The Voice of America , October 24, 2007, with a headline, “Dalai Lama Receives Award.” The following are excerpts: “President George W. Bush presented the Dalai Lama...Read more

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Are Some Psychotherapies Biblical?

In this regular feature, Dave and Tom respond to questions from listeners and readers of The Berean Call . Here’s this week’s question: Dear Dave and TA: I am a committed Bible-believing Christian, and I am studying to be a psychotherapist. I have listened to your views regarding psychological counseling,...Read more

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Paul Addresses King Agrippa

Tom: This is our Understanding the Scriptures segment, we are in the Book of Acts. Actually, Dave, we left off with Acts:25:27 For it seemeth to me unreasonable to send a prisoner, and not withal to signify the crimes laid against him. See All... , but that’s the last verse...Read more

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Pastors sign online pledge to use God's Word as primary source for sermons

November 16, 2007

Pastors sign online pledge to use God's Word as primary source for sermons [Excerpts] A website that provides access to sermons and illustrations has launched a campaign encouraging pastors to pledge that they will develop their own material through the reading and study of scripture. So far, more than 1,500...Read more

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How do I change my email preferences?

November 15, 2007

There is no need to log in to the website to change your email preferences, just click on the "Update Profile/Email Address" link at the bottom of one of the emails we send to you. You'll be able to change your email address, and which updates you get.Read more

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Science Teachers Violate NSTA Standards of Open Inquiry

November 15, 2007

Science Teachers Violate NSTA Standards of Open Inquiry [Excerpts] In an editorial titled “Creeping Passivity“ in the May 2007 issue of Journal of College Science Teaching, Ann Cutler, a college teacher at the University of Indianapolis, expresses concern over the lack of participation by her freshman students. She writes: “The...Read more

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