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 PDF Forgiveness Law vs. Preemptive Vengeance
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Why are Christians so continuously under attack in the secular media? Dr. Baehr presents two common misconceptions about Christians which may help explain.
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 PDF From Gambling Halls to Classrooms
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
John Pate has gone from a stand-up comedy, performing with such notables as Robin Williams, Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld and Red Skelton, to the classroom, where he now teaches young comedians to get laughs without getting vulgar. Dan Wooding talks with him about his career, and his goals in this article.
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PDF Get Radical
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Can life be reduced to a simple battle of “good vs. evil” as the Star Wars movies portray? Or is there more that Christians should be aware of?
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 PDF Good Clean Fun
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
This month Dr. Baehr shares with us an article about his MovieGuide ® magazine and website, and the impact they can have on families who what information on the content and worldview of movies and books.
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 PDF High-Flying Filth
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
Have you ever been disturbed by the “edited” movies shown on airlines? How do they get away with it? Can anything be done about it? Dan Wooding explores these issues in an interview with Dr. Ted Baehr.
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 PDF Hollywood Finds an Unlikely Ally in Bush
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
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 PDF Hollywood is Emerging
AUTHORS:  McManus Mike
Dr. Ted Baehr has for many years been demonstrating that “family-friendly” movies have done better overall at the box office than the movies that contain gratuitous sex and violence. Is Hollywood finally getting the message? Mike McManus looks at recent movies that might suggest they have.
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 PDF Hollywood Markets Violence to Children But There is an Answer
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
In this interview with Dan Wooding, Dr. Ted Baehr says that the answer to Hollywood’s campaign is to teach everyone how to be “media-wise.”
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 PDF How Hollywood is Rewriting the Way We See God, the Devil and Ourselves
AUTHORS:  Waller, Dr. Kathleen/ Dr. Michael O'Keeffe
Drs. Waller and O’Keeffe look at the movies The Seventh Sign, The End of Days, Bedazzled, Little Nicky and others to explain how Hollywood has interpreted Christian themes of end times and the devil. What are our young people learning through these movies?
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 PDF In Remembrance
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
Dr. Ted Baehr remembers Lucille Heinrich, who, along with her husband worked in Hollywood for many years fighting for Christian values in movies and television.
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 PDF In Remembrance: Mary Whitehouse
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
What effect can a former schoolteacher have on the media? Plenty! Dr. Baehr remembers the life and efforts of a woman who waged a 30-year campaign against sex and violence on British television.
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 PDF Is Everybody a Critic?
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
Have you ever watched a reporter critique a movie on the evening news and thought, “I could do that!”? Well, if you have, you need to read Dan Wooding’s interview with Dr. Ted Baehr about what is involved in understanding and reporting on movies.
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PDF Joan of Arc--Guilty as Charged
AUTHORS:  Maxwell, Ron
Joan of Arc was a real person, and much has been written about her, including some by contemporaries. So why is the recently released movie about her, called The Messenger, so historically inaccurate? Ron Maxwell comments, and suggests reasons the writers and producers may have chosen their bias.
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 PDF Led Astray!
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Can you get a true picture of movies by reading or hearing the critics in newspapers, radio or television? What areas are they missing? Does it matter? Dr. Baehr answers this question, and gives a source for a more complete guide.
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PDF Legitimizing Immorality
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
How can belief in various esoteric religious tenets, such as reincarnation, lead to an increase in immorality? Dr. Baehr explains.
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PDF Let the Sleepers Wake: A Brief History of Politics and Film
AUTHORS:  Snyder, Dr. Tom
Dr. Tom Snyder, Managing Editor for Movie-Guide Magazine, looks at the treatment of politics by film makers in the 20th century.
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PDF Letter to Life Magazine Regarding 2000 Years of Christianity
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr’s letter to the editor explains WHY Christianity has survived and thrived throughout the last 2000 years.
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PDF Liberal Doses of Conservative Confusion
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Ok, what does the term “conservative” mean? How does it apply to what Dr. Baehr does in his publication called MOVIEGUIDE? Is it a “dirty word”? Or could what he does best be described as “liberalism”? In this article Dr. Baehr explains the traditional definition of these two terms, and where he stands on each.
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 PDF Lord of the Box Office
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
According the MOVIEGUIDE® research, movies with positive moral values and Christian-friendly, redemptive content continue to do the best at the box office. So why does Hollywood insist on making so many movies that don’t fit these categories? And can we do anything about it?
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PDF Marked by Identity Theft
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
You go to the store, they ask for ID, you give them your social security number or other information. It’s a natural part of American life. There’s nothing we can do about it. Right? WRONG, says Dr. Baehr, and he explains why we need to be more careful.
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 PDF Media Literacy vs. Media Wisdom
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
According to the Josephson Institute of Ethics, the most critical issue facing America today is the increasing immorality of our children. Dr. Baehr comments on how the media has contributed to this trend.
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PDF Media-Wise Family Moment
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr explains how you can better understand what your family is seeing and hearing on television, radio, CD’s, etc. Does your family need a better policy for what your kids watch and hear?
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PDF Mr. Fluster Bluster
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Isn’t it great that the US Senate has commissioned a study on the influence of violence in the media? Dr. Baehr explains why you shouldn’t get too excited.
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PDF No Liberty for License: The Forgotten Logic of the First Amendment
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr reviews the book No Liberty for License by David Lowenthal. He describes it as “one of the most important books of the last hundred years,” and says that it reveals how the U.S. court system has “been unraveling the work of the founding fathers.” He further says that this is a “must read” book especially for Christian leaders.
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PDF One Nation Under God
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Using the example of a recent visit to Plymouth, Massachusetts, Dr. Baehr explains how America’s religious heritage is being erased, revised, or ignored especially in our public schools and in Hollywood.
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 PDF Oscar ® Cleans Up its Act
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr says there were some positive things that can be said about this year’s Oscar presentation. Is God at work in Hollywood?
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 PDF Pastor Adapts Product to Clean Up Language on TV
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
From Movie Guide ® magazine comes news of an interesting product for those who are disgusted with the language on television.
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 PDF PAX TV Honors Worthwhile Entertainment on Memorial Day
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
On Memorial Day, PAX TV aired a portion of the MOVIEGUIDE ® Awards Gala, which you have read about in previous articles. Be encouraged as you read about the positive things that are coming out of Hollywood.
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 PDF People Have Become More Media-Wise
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
More people today are recognizing the importance of making quality family movies, television and entertainment. Dan Wooding points out steps Dr. Ted Baehr and his organization have taken to prod Hollywood, and inform people on the entertainment that is available.
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PDF Playing for Keeps
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Hollywood executives will privately admit there is a definite link between violence in the media and violence in the society. Dr. Baehr explains how you can help your children be a more discerning viewer.
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 PDF Politics and Atheism on the Riviera
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr describes what it was like at the 55th Cannes Film Festival.
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 PDF Redeeming Big Hollywood
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Vice Presidential candidate Joseph Lieberman has, in the past, supported efforts to clean up the entertainment industry. Dr. Baehr contrasts that stand with some of his other positions, and asks whether or not he will continue to stand against such corruption.
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PDF Revenge of Tolerance: The Politically Incorrect Truth About Columbine
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Were athletes really the targets in Columbine? If so why didn’t the killers go to the gym? Instead they sought out kids who were, for the most part, committed Christians. The same was true in some of the other school shootings. Dr. Baehr explains why the media chose to ignore that for the most part.
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 PDF Sola Gratia
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
The recent news headlines regarding pedophile priests have raised a mixture of reactions—e.g., anger, disbelief, and compassion. But Dr. Baehr contends that this is also a good opportunity for Christians to point out that salvation does not come through priests. It comes through Jesus Christ!
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 PDF The “Jesus” Film is a Winner!
AUTHORS:  Wooding, Dan
The “Jesus” film, which has been translated and shown all around the world since it was produced in the late 70’s was given a special award at the recent MovieGuide Awards Gala. Dan Wooding explains.
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 PDF The Defining Films of Each Decade of the 20th Century
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr list 10 films which have influenced or showcased the American culture during the past century.
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PDF The Destructive Power of Pluralism
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr defines pluralism and explains why he says it has resulted in the “dumbing down” of the law in America.
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 PDF The Education Gap
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
What are the problems involved in using movies in a classroom setting? Is there help available to teachers and students?
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 PDF The Good News Is—The Bad News was Wrong!
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr explains that the gloomy picture painted in the media about today’s youth is not necessarily correct! Your own “good kid” might be the norm rather than the exception.
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PDF The Mass Media and Its Place in our Culture
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr explains how the mass media has replaced thinking in our culture. Should you be concerned? If so, what can you do about it? Dr. Baehr explains.
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 PDF The Night of Long Knives
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr reports on the 72 Academy Awards ceremony, and gives commentary on the winners, from a “family” and “media-wise” viewpoint. Do the winners reflect the opinions and choices of the majority of Americans? Dr. Baehr doesn’t think so, and he explains why.
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PDF The Pendulum and the Pit
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
What is the driving force behind the type of movies Hollywood releases? Why are they so much “worse” today than they were years ago? Can something be done to reverse the trend?
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 PDF The Ratings Sham Revisited
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr contends that the “ratings” system currently in place in the movie industry are doing more harm than good. Does he have a better idea?
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PDF The True Meaning of Love
AUTHORS:  Snyder, Dr. Tom
How had Hollywood damaged the definition of “love”? Dr. Snyder explains, then gives the information of where to find not only the definition, but also the source of true love.
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 PDF The Wit and Wisdom Behind “Little Dogs on the Prairie”
AUTHORS:  Snyder, Dr. Tom
Tom Snyder interviews Nathan Carlson and Jeff Parker, the two head writers behind the family cartoon series “Little Dogs on the Prairie”
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 PDF Values, not Beliefs
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
What happens when Christians follow their values, not their beliefs? How would it affect their witness for Christ? Their influence in the community? Dr. Baehr responds.
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 PDF Wishful Thinking
AUTHORS:  Baehr, Dr. Ted
Dr. Baehr says it is understandable why the mass media places a premium on tolerance, given the increasingly diverse culture in which we love. But how far should the tolerance go? In fact, are there some areas where intolerance is the only viable option?
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 PDF Evidence on Media Violence Still Stands
AUTHORS:  Kunkle, Dale
Despite claims to the contrary, there is a very real relationship between violence in the media and violence in society. Dale Kunkel, in an article first published in the Los Angeles Times, explains.
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 PDF New Age Medicine: Caveat Emptor
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon list 12 cautions, or Caveats, which consumers should look out for if they are investigating an alternative medical treatment.
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 PDF New Age Medicine: The Nature of the Cures
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
Many people claim that new age medicine “works.” In this article Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon detail three reasons why it can seem to work, yet still be either ineffective or downright dangerous.
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 PDF Meditation
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
Meditation, in a Christian context, is an important part of a Christian’s devotional life. But when you add the New Age ideology to the practice it becomes something quite different. Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain the dangers.
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PDF Incredible Prophecies: Do They Prove God Exists?
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
In this first of a two part series, Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon look at the statistical probability that any one man could fulfill all the prophecies regarding the Messiah in the Old Testament. What studies have been done, and what conclusions have been reached?
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PDF Incredible Prophecies: Do They Prove God Exists?—Part Two
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
In this article, we find two illustrations which point out the absurdity of believing one man could possibly have fulfilled all the prophecies about the Messiah—unless He was the Messiah!
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PDF Prophecy and the Messiah
AUTHORS:  Varner, Dr. William
Dr. Varner follows the term Messiah through the Old and New Testaments to find out what was promised, and how the prophecies can be applied to Jesus.
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PDF What Does “The Messiah” Mean?
AUTHORS:  Alex, Abu
This month we welcome a new author, who will explain the title “Messiah,” which the Qur’an and the Bible both give to Jesus.
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 PDF The Mighty I Am
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
The Mighty I Am movement was founded by Guy Ballard. Its purpose is “to bring ascended I AM power to America, that she might fulfill her cosmic destiny as the world’s repository of Light.” This article describes the doctrines and dangers of this movement.
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 PDF Toward a Mystical Military
AUTHORS:  Teichrib, Carl
Carl Teichrib explores the influence of the New Age upon our military, and how it has influenced the military’s relationship with various allies.
Miracles

PDF Questions about Miracles—Part Five
AUTHORS:  Geisler, Dr. Norman
Dr. Geisler concludes the series about miracles by showing that biblical miracles are superior, and that they are valuable.
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PDF Questions About Miracles—Part Four
AUTHORS:  Geisler, Dr. Norman
What is the difference between “miracles” and “magic”? What about psychics and others who claim and display “supernatural” abilities? What does the Bible have to say about such things?
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PDF Questions About Miracles—Part One
AUTHORS:  Geisler, Dr. Norman
What are miracles? Dr. Geisler begins a four-part series on miracles by defining what he means by the word “miracle,” then answering the questions: Are miracles possible? and Are Miracles Credible?
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PDF Questions About Miracles—Part Three
AUTHORS:  Geisler, Dr. Norman
This article asks “Are Miracles Mythological? And begins a discussion of the question: “Are Miracles Definable?”
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PDF Questions About Miracles—Part Two
AUTHORS:  Geisler, Dr. Norman
As we continue a look at miracles, Dr. Geisler examines two more questions: Are Miracles Scientific? And Are Miracles Historical?
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 PDF The Supernatural Working of God
AUTHORS:  Hunt, Dave
Are miracles something that can be called up at will by Christians with a special anointing? Or are they special events given only by God for a specific purpose? Dave Hunt examines this issue.
Mohammed

PDF Does the Bible Mention the Prophet Mohammed?
AUTHORS:  Atallah, Abu
Was the prophet Mohammed promised in the Bible? How does this relate to the Holy Spirit? Abu Atallah explains why Mohammed does not fit the criteria of the one promised by Jesus.
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 PDF The Love of Money
AUTHORS:  Atallah, Abu
If Christians do not love money and betrayal, why did the Christian church take people’s money in the Middle Ages? Also, if the West is Christian, why have all the Western countries adopted the capitalist system, and why are they taking advantage of the poor around the world? These are the intriguing questions Abu Atallah addresses in this article.
Mormonism

PDF Are Apostles and Prophets Needed in the Church Today?
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Mormons claim their apostles and prophets are signs indicating they are the one true church. Pastor Cowan looks at their Scriptural “proof,” and explains why their explanations are inconsistent, and therefore, wrong.
Mormonism

PDF Latter-day Saints—(The Mormons) How Do Their Beliefs Regarding the Nature of God and Salvation compare with Biblical Christianity?
AUTHORS:  Bjornstad, Dr James
The Latter-day Saints, more well known as the Mormons, are one of the groups claiming to be “the only true church.” Dr. James Bjornstad examines their theology, and compares it to the Bible.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Marvin Cowan continues his examination of the various texts Mormons claim as “scripture.” How does their Doctrine and Covenants measure up to their own definition of what Scripture should be? Does it confirm their own teachings?
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants, Part II
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
“Revelation, therefore, is an essential part of the true church, constant, current revelation” So says the Mormon church. But how much current revelation has there been in the church’s history? How about in the last 100 years? Marvin Cowan answers these questions in this article.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants, Part III
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Do the Mormons have a “living prophet, who receives current revelation from God”? According to their scriptures they should. Marvin Cowan examines this claim to uniqueness.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants, Part IV
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The Mormon book “Doctrine and Covenants” is allegedly filled with “revelation after revelation from the heavens.” In this article Marvin Cowan looks at some of those “revelations” to see if they can be trusted.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants, Part V
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Doctrine and Covenants claims to be a “Revelation given to Joseph Smith….” However, as Marvin Cowan points out, parts of this “revelation” are quite clearly in error. So what is the source of the information?
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Doctrine and Covenants, Part VIII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Most Mormons know about the Word of Wisdom, but many don’t know it is recorded in Doctrine and Covenants as a revelation, nor do they know what it really teaches. Marvin Cowan explores those issues in this article.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: Pearl of Great Price, Part IV
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Where is the Garden of Eden located? The Bible places it somewhere in the vicinity of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers—somewhere in the Middle East. But according to Mormon scripture, it’s actually located in America! Marvin Cowan shows you where.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The first of the thirteen “Articles of Faith” states: “We believe in God the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.” But, as Marvin Cowan explains this month, Joseph Smith redefined terms. The Mormon Church uses the same words evangelicals do, but they teach a completely different doctrine about God.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part II
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The first Article says: “We believe in God the Eternal Father, and in His Son Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.” While the words sound Christian, the Mormon interpretation is quite different because of the historical setting from which they came. Marvin Cowan explains.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part IV
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
In our previous discussions of the LDS Articles of “Faith we looked at their historical context and the meaning of the first two Articles in light of that context. Now we need to know what Mormons believe about “the atonement of Christ in order to understand the third Article of faith.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part IX
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
One of the more controversial doctrines found in Mormonism is baptism for the dead. What Scriptures do they use as justification for this practice? Are the arguments valid?
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part V
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The Third Article of Faith declares: “We believe that through the atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the gospel.” If that’s not confusing enough, Mormons are told that Adam and Eve had to disobey the command not to eat of the fruit in order to fulfill the greater command to replenish the earth! Marvin Cowan helps sort through this confusing mix of teachings.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part VI
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The 13 creedal statements found in the Articles of Faith use words familiar to Christians but they have very different meanings to Mormons. What do Mormons mean when they say “faith in the Lord Jesus Christ”? What do Mormons include as “first principles and ordinances of the gospel”? Does their view agree with the Bible?
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part VII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
What is the LDS view of repentance? Marvin Cowan continues to look at what The Articles of Faith say on the subject. He points out that they contradict each other—and the Bible on this vital issue.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part X
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The final item in the fourth Article of Faith is “Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.” LDS apostle James Talmage says this involves “confirmation into the [LDS] Church.” The fifth Article also requires laying on of hands as a prerequisite for preaching. What do they say this involves? Is their understanding of “laying on of hands” similar to what the biblical model is?
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Articles of Faith, Part XIII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Mormons claim, “We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church, namely, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, and so forth.” But, as Marvin Cowan points out, their organization, despite the names, is nothing like the church described in the Bible.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Bible
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Latter Day Saints, also known as Mormons, claim that they believe the Bible, just like other Christians. But do they? Marvin Cowan examines the evidence that puts this claim in serious doubt—in fact, he says that this claim contradicts what church leaders have said.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Book of Mormon—Part III
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Continuing with his analysis of The Book of Mormon, this week Marvin Cowan addresses the “prophecy” in Ezekiel 37 which many Mormons believe speaks of The Book of Mormon.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Book of Mormon—Part Two
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
According to Joseph Smith, “The Book of Mormon [is] the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion.” But the Book of Mormon has had over 4,000 changes, and does not support many major Mormon doctrines! What is the truth? Marvin Cowan explains
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Pearl of Great Price, Part II
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Christians believe God inspired the writers of the Bible and therefore it cannot be changed just because someone wants to change it. But Mormon leaders seem to have no difficulty with changing their “inspired” writings. Marvin Cowan explores the changes that have been made in the Pearl of Great Price.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Pearl of Great Price, Part III
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Mormonism claims that the Pearl of Great Price contains the writings of Moses and Abraham which clarify and amplify their records in the Good of Genesis in the Bible. But does that claim stand up to scholarly examination? Marvin Cowan looks at the evidence.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture: The Pearl of Great Price—Part One
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The Pearl of Great Price is the smallest of the four volumes of Latter Day Saint’s scripture and contains four little books: Moses, Abraham, Joseph Smith-Matthew and Joseph Smith-History, as well as the “Articles of Faith. Marvin Cowan looks at what this volume contributes to Mormon theology.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture—Doctrine and Covenants, Part VII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Read Joseph Smith’s instructions on how to recognize of an “angelic messenger” is from God or not. And learn how this test is guaranteed to fail! Marvin Cowan explains.
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 PDF Mormon Scriptures: Doctrine and Covenants, Part VI
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Polygamy has been a controversial teaching within the Latter-days Saints organization for many years. Marvin Cowan reveals a contradiction between what does the organization currently says and what their “scripture” Doctrine and Covenants says on this subject.
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 PDF Mormon Scriptures: The Articles of Faith, Part XI
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
LDS Apostle, James Talmage, declared, “No one may officiate in any ordinance of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints unless he has been ordained to the particular order or office of Priesthood, by those possessing the requisite authority….” So how did Joseph Smith receive his ordination?
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 PDF Mormon Scriptures: The Book of Mormon
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The Mormons claim that they revere both the Bible and The Book of Mormon. In his last article, Marvin Cowan pointed out how the Latter Day Saints really view the Bible, now in this article he begins to look at the their view of The Book of Mormon. What he has to say may surprise you.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture—The Articles of Faith, Part III
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
What makes men sinners? Why are men punished for sin? Did Adam sin in the Garden of Eden? These are just some of the many questions that set Mormon doctrine apart from biblical doctrine. Marvin Cowan explains.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture—The Articles of Faith, Part VIII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
Article Four lists four principles (or laws) and ordinances necessary for salvation. We previously discussed faith and repentance, which are the first two principles. This month the topic is “baptism by immersion for the remission of sins.” Marvin Cowan examines this teaching.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture—The Articles of Faith, Part XII
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The sixth Article of Faith declares, “We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church, viz., apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, evangelists, etc.” Since those are the same names mentioned in Ephesians 4:11, does this mean the Mormon Church is organized just like the New Testament Church? Marvin Cowan says no, and he explains why in this month’s article.
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 PDF Mormon Scripture—The Book of Mormon Part IV
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
When the LDS call their Book of Mormon “Another Testament of Jesus Christ” are they being honest? Or is it an attempt to deceive Christians? Marvin Cowan explains why Christians need to be discerning!
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 PDF Mormonism
AUTHORS:  Ankerberg, Dr. John/ Weldon, Dr. John
Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon give a brief overview of the beliefs and teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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PDF Mormonism’s Claim to Be Christian
AUTHORS:  Cowan, Marvin
The Mormon Church claims to be Christian. But what happens when you compare their doctrines with what the Bible teaches? Can their claims be believed?

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