Joseph Mattera

Joseph Mattera

Op-ed Contributor

11 signs you are a functional atheist

Obviously, they are primarily informed by secular humanism and don't understand how to integrate their personal faith with public policy. Those who are not informed by Scripture regarding their world and life view are functional atheists in this area.

11 signs you are a functional atheist

Will preaching God's Word soon be illegal?

The fact that this assembly voted against free speech, which abridged the first amendment, shows how far the radical left will go to enact the tyrannical rule.

Will preaching God's Word soon be illegal?

9 Reasons why God never tries to prove His existence

There is never an apologetic attempt to prove God’s reality. The evidence for His existence is so overwhelming that the opening words of the first book of the bible (Genesis) assume His existence.

9 Reasons why God never tries to prove His existence

7 traits of churches that overcome

During this season of fierce anti-christian sentiment, the overcoming Church is called to continue to faithfully preach biblical truths despite all opposition.

7 traits of churches that overcome

Declaration of Independence from God

In comparison, past generations (World War II and beyond) celebrated the biblical virtues of self-sacrifice and service to humanity. The present generation values the right to self-expression and self-will, independently of how it negatively impacts society and the stability of future generations.

Declaration of Independence from God

7 things the Revelation’s throne room experience teaches us

When John was caught up in heaven, the first thing he saw was “the One” sitting on the throne. Consequently, the primary focus of worship should not be about us but Him! The major theme of the book of Revelation is the throne of God, which represents His government or rule. Everything is centered around Jesus, not around us.

7 things the Revelation’s throne room experience teaches us