Legalistic Preaching Versus Compassionate Preaching, and Why They Are Both Necessary

legalistic: excessive adherence to law or formula.
                     • Theology dependence on moral law rather than on personal religious faith.

Before I get started, I just want to say that there are times when you should preach legalistically, and other times where you should preach compassionately. You should preach legalistically when you are witnessing to someone you have not met before, or if you are open-air preaching. You should preach compassionately when you are in a church setting, or if you are telling the gospel to a family member.

The goal of preaching legalistically is to get the point across as quickly as possible through the Law of Moses, prophecy, genealogies, reproof, rebuke, correction, and exhortation. The goal of preaching compassionately is to not turn off those with whom you associate with on a regular basis, but to make them feel comfortable, and then hit them with some gospel truth later on.

Now, I have been accused by some brethren of being too legalistic with my preaching. They all tell me, "you are being to forceful; you need to be more loving with your preaching." However, that isn't necessarily true; if you read the Book of Jude, it makes it very clear that you are to save some with compassion, and others with fear (Jude 1:22-23). The Book of Jude also states that you are to contend with the faith earnestly (Jude 1:3).

We are to reprove the wicked (Ephesians 5:11), judge one another (John 7:24, Psalm 37:30, 1st Corinthians 2:15), and reprove, rebuke, correct, and exhort each another (2nd Timothy 4:2, 2nd Timothy 3:16). Also, if some brethren reprove you about the way you are preaching, tell them to read Romans 14:10-13.

Let's not forget that the evildoers are already condemned for not believing in the name of the only begotten Son of God (John 3:18). Wide is the gate, and broad is the way that leads unto destruction, and there many which go in thereat (Matthew 7:13). People, the truth is that most people go to hell when they die, not heaven. It's already written in God's word!

If you take a look at Noah, he preached for 120 years, and only his family believed him. So when another Brother or Sister in Christ tells you that you shouldn't be too legalistic with your preaching, correct them with Scripture. Point out that verse that God gave us in Jude; show them Luke 14:23, and Mark 16:15. Remind them that now is the day of salvation (2nd Corinthians 6:2), and that they better prepare to meet God (Amos 4:12).

Ladies and gentlemen, the truth is that God does not love everyone. GOD HATES THE WICKED (Psalm 5:5; 7:11; 11:5; 45:7, Hebrews 1:9)! There is none righteous (Romans 3:10), there is none that does good (Psalm 14:1). Take a look at Proverbs 17:11, and 1st Samuel 15:23. Cruel messengers are sent to those who are rebellious, stubborn, and wicked.

So whenever you learn about Scripture from someone other than God, always go back to the Bible. Never take their word for it; remember, thus saith the LORD this and that in His word. Always double/triple check what you guys are talking about with God's word; the LORD has blessed us with technology, so use it guys!

One more thing: God's word is not the NIV, NASB, NKJV, NLT, and all the modern translations, including modern KJV. It is only the 1611 KJV.

There should be no excuse for not using God's holy word. If people cannot understand it to well because of the archaic English, TEACH THEM!

Women Are To Be Keepers At Home, Modest, & Obedient to their Husbands

I've met some born-again Christians that do not follow these commandments stated above, given by the Lord. Jesus said if ye love me, keep my commandments (John 14:15). The word of the Lord says that if you say, I know him, and do not keep his commandments, you are a liar, and the truth is not in you (1st John 2:4). It is your choice to be obedient to God, or to be a slave to sin (John 8:34).

The Bible commands women to be chaste, holy, modest, silent, to not usurp authority over men, good, teachers of good things, meek, keepers at home, not false accusers, subservient to their husbands, to love their husbands and children, to not plait their hair, or wear jewelry with their apparel (1 Corinthians 14:34,  1 Peter 3:1-3; 3:5-6, Ephesians 5:21-24, Titus 2:3-5,  1 Timothy 2:9-15).

If your wife is not obeying the word of God, she is being disobedient. God said if you love me, keep my commandments. There is no other way around this folks; you MUST obey Jesus if you love Him. Men, you are responsible to make sure that your wives are obeying the Lord.

It doesn't matter whether things are expensive or not. The Bible says that if you have food and clothing, be content with that because when you entered into the world, you had nothing (1st Timothy 6:7-8).

When I say modest, I mean that women should not be wearing pants, shorts, or bathing suits. They should be wearing dresses that are not revealing, so that men will not lust after them when they are walking down the street (Matthew 5:28).

Watch these videos to have a better understanding of what I mean:

There you have it people. Rebuke your Sisters in Christ if they are not obeying the word of God.

Here is another link that you guys should check out:

Why Women Shouldn't Wear Pants

Allah: The Great Deceiver & The Most Proud

Many people believe that Allah is the same as the God of the Bible. However, this is NOT true. The one and true Creator Yahweh cannot lie (Titus 1:2), and will never change (Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8). Jehovah resists the proud, and gives grace unto the humble (1st Peter 5:5; James 4:6).

With that said, then who is Allah? The word Allah is translated to "the god." So Allah itself has no meaning. So if he has no name, then who are Muslims praying to?

They believe that the Prophet Muhammad (who never prophesied anything) received a gospel from an angel of light (Satan perhaps? 2nd Corinthians 11:14), and that the Qur'an is the one and true holy word. Well, what about Galatians 1:8-9?

Most Muslims have no idea that they are accursed; they are wicked and ungodly, and whoever follows this abominable religion is going to hell.

It says in the Qur'an that Allah hates those who are prideful, yet Allah is the most prideful? Something is WRONG here...

Have you not read 1st Timothy 3:6-7? Don't be like Allah, or the devil; be wise: repent, and believe in the gospel of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.

The One and True Creator of heaven and earth is God Almighty, who is meek and humble.

"The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit" (Psalm 34:18).

"For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones" (Isaiah 57:15).

"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-30).

Guys, do not be tricked by "The Great Deceiver - Allah." Satan has had plenty of practice leading people into hell; haughtiness leads to destruction, and humility leads to honor (Proverbs 18:12).

* CREDIT goes to the LORD, and Sam Shamoun. *