Blogs – Church of God Independent Ministries, Medina, Ohio

DEFINING THE SCEPTER AND BIRTHRIGHT’S ASSOCIATION BLOG – 46

In Genesis 49:10, we are introduced to the word “Scepter.” We are told it shall not depart from the tribe of Judah. In 1 Chronicles 5:1-2, we are told that a “Birthright” was taken from Reuben and given to Joseph, and that it should remain with Joseph. It is affirmed that the Birthright was Joseph’s genealogy.

OPERATION MIDNIGHT SUN (a.k.a. Turtle Island) BLOG – 45

In Genesis, we are told about a prophecy, directed to the tribe of Joseph in the last days (Gen. 49:1). It says, “Joseph is a fruitful bough, a fruitful bough by a well; whose branches run over the wall (Their wealth and prosperity would exceed their boundaries): The archers have sorely grieved him and shot at him and hated him (His enemies would try to destroy this latter day remnant of Joseph) [Gen. 49:22-23].

GROWING PAINS: IN SEARCH OF TRUTH BLOG – 44

Kirk Cameron gained fame as a child actor on the 1980s television sitcom Growing Pains, in which he played Mike Seaver. Since then, Kirk has been an outspoken, strong supporter of Christ within the traditional Christian faith. Kirk has been widely popular among mainstream Christians for his strong advocacy of the Bible and of Salvation through Jesus Christ.

HOW OLD IS THE EARTH & UNIVERSE? BLOG – 43

In today’s Christian community, there is a controversy over the age of the earth. There is a segment of Christians who firmly believe that the earth and universe are only 6000 years old, while another group believes it could be billions of years old, as evolutionists would have you think.

ISLAM IS ON THE RISE IN THE USA – BLOG 42

A potential existential threat is emerging within the United States, and it’s no secret. It has been growing over the last few decades, but has accelerated exponentially over the last decade. It is the rise of Islam and the proliferation of the Muslim population in multiple American cities.

ENOCH: IS IT SCRIPTUAL? BLOG – 41

There is a lot of “chatter” on the Internet these days about the Book of Enoch. Many influencers, podcasters, authors, and commentators, as well as some religious authorities, reference the Book of Enoch as a credible source to support an eschatological narrative that discusses certain watchers [a.k.a. angels] God allegedly sent to help, guide, and advise mankind, but instead, corrupted them.

DIWALI OR CHRIST, WHICH LIGHT IS TRUTH? BLOG-40

Western society has undergone tremendous change over the last few decades. The adoption of the internet in the late 1990s, along with the explosive growth of cell phones and social media, has accelerated this growth. Virtually instant connectivity has a tremendous influence on thought and behavior. These are powerful intellectual and communicative forces that can be used for good or bad.