Posts by Tim Stephens (Page 12)
Calgary Stampede Trivia
How Well Do You Know Your Stampede Facts? 1. The Calgary Stampede was first held in what year? 2. How big is the purse for the Stampede rodeo? 3. How many people attend the 10-day event each year? 4. How many mini-donuts are sold each year? 5. How many pancakes are served at Stampede each year? Questions You Don’t Want to Get Wrong It’s fun to answer trivia questions. Whether you’re right or wrong about a certain piece of trivia…
Calgary Stampede Bull Rider
Staring Death in the Face! You have to think fast. You’re staring down a bull who has the power to crush you with his weight and might! What would you say to a 1700 pound bull who’s ready to run right through you? Quite frankly, there’s nothing you can say. You just need to get out of his way…and fast! Chances are, you’ll never be in this situation. However, you’re guaranteed to be in a situation much worse. What could…
Islam
This is not a rant on Muhammad’s many wives, his marriage to young Aisha, the violent commands of beheading or mutilation, the “Satanic” verses, or the many scientific and historical errors of the Qur’an—although such topics are important considerations. This pamphlet focuses on what Muhammad himself called Christians to do. Muhammad called Christians to judge his claim to be a prophet—and such a claim is found wanting. Note: At the bottom of the page, you will find a copy of…
Homosexuality
In recent decades homosexuality has gone from being illegal and taboo to legal and culturally accepted. This is lauded as a victory for human rights. There are some, however, who seem to be resistant to progress—the church. Granted, many churches and Christians have embraced homosexuality as compatible with their faith and practice, but others have not. The question becomes, what does the Bible teach about homosexuality anyway? At the bottom of the page, you will find a copy of our…
Mormonism
The following contains 4 basic teachings of the LDS Church with the references to these doctrines and a comparison to see if the Bible corresponds to these basic teachings.[note]This page is based on a tract from concernedchristians.com[/note] At the bottom of the page, you will find a copy of our tract that you may use for evangelistic purposes. Basic Teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1. The Nature of God Adam, from the Garden of Eden,…
June 2016 – He Will Hold Me Fast
Lyrics vv. 1-2 Ada Habershon (1861-1918), Public Domain; Alt words vv.1-2, lyrics v.3, and music: Matt Merker, © 2013 http://www.capitolhillbaptist.org/resources/music/ VERSE 1 When I fear my faith will fail, Christ will hold me fast; When the tempter would prevail, He will hold me fast. I could never keep my hold Through life’s fearful path; For my love is often cold; He must hold me fast. CHORUS He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast; For my Savior loves…
Medical Assistance in Dying: An Issue of Morality before An Issue of Legislation
It must be conceded that the topic of medical assistance in dying is first and foremost an ethical question that must be carefully considered. Is there a basis for morality? Is morality derived from public opinion? Lobby groups? The vocal minority? A God-given ethic? No matter how one answers that question, it must be conceded that the western world has been built on a Judeo-Christian ethic. God’s law was given in the desert of the Sinai peninsula where he said,…
Gospel-focused
In this series of posts, we’ll look at some of the terms used to try and capture what we believe and value. Words have meaning, but divorced from context they could be misunderstood. Understanding how words are defined and used is essential, so this week we’ll look at what we mean by: gospel-focused. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 2:2,”For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” This is one of the main reasons why…
Expository Preaching
In this series of posts, we’ll look at some of the terms used to try and capture what we believe and value. Words have meaning, but divorced from context they could be misunderstood. Understanding how words are defined and used is essential, so this week we’ll look at what we mean by: expository preaching. Expository preaching has become a buzzword in church circles. Unfortunately, while being often used, it’s intended meaning proves elusive. Many churches claim to value expository preaching,…
Baptist
In this series of posts, we’ll look at some of the terms used to try and capture what we believe and value. Words have meaning, but divorced from context they could be misunderstood. Understanding how words are defined and used is essential, so this week we’ll look at what we mean by: baptist. The new covenant inaugurated by Jesus is significant when discussing why we are baptists. This new and better covenant is spoken of in the Old Testament and…
Evangelical
In this series of posts, we’ll look at some of the terms used to try and capture what we believe and value. Words have meaning, but divorced from context they could be misunderstood. Understanding how words are defined and used is essential, so this week we’ll look at what we mean by: evangelical. The word itself comes from the Greek word for “gospel.” So in it’s broadest sense, an Evangelical is one who believes the biblical gospel or good news…
Reformed
In this series of posts, we’ll look at some of the terms used to try and capture what we believe and value. Words have meaning, but divorced from context they could be misunderstood. Understanding how words are defined and used is essential, so this week we’ll look at what we mean by: reformed. To be reformed is to identify yourself with the principles of the Protestant Reformation that took place under individuals like Martin Luther and John Calvin. These men…