by Westside Christian Fellowship | Nov 5, 2011 | Articles
A common question for many is, “Can I lose my salvation?” I’ve heard both sides of the argument, and only God truly knows a person’s heart, but I can share a few thoughts. One thing is for certain, salvation is a gift from God that cannot be earned. One school of...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Oct 29, 2011 | Articles
AUTHOR’S NOTE: When the word “church” is used, I’m referring to the church as a whole rather than “all” churches. There are many good churches doing great things. I applaud them for their faithfulness. The present condition of the church leaves one to wonder if...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Oct 22, 2011 | Articles
(When the word “church” is used, I’m referring to the church collectively, as a whole, rather than “all” churches.) A few weeks ago, I had a conversation with a pastor who suggested that these articles are written from a position of fear. I agree…I believe that these...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Oct 15, 2011 | Articles
As stated last week, a genuine revival is God reviving His people—“Wilt thou not revive us again that thy people may rejoice in thee?” (Psalm 85:6 KJV). Repentance if often a mark of true revival. Recall what was said about Griffith Jones, who preached during the...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Oct 8, 2011 | Articles
Part five in a series on genuine revival How do we avoid false revivals? As stated before…determine if what they are teaching agrees with Scripture. For example, if one claims to be drunk in the Spirit, 1 Corinthians 14:40 tells us otherwise, “Let all things be done...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Oct 1, 2011 | Articles
Part four in a series on genuine revival. As stated last week, Christians can embrace one of two extremes concerning the word “revival.” At one extreme are those who embrace pure emotionalism and hysteria—“if it’s odd it’s God”—all weird behavior is excused. The other...
