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1. Why God Allows Seasons of Great Falling Away From the Church

The church has often been taught about the times of refreshment that came during seasons of revival. The first such recorded time was the birth of the church on the day of Pentecost. This is where 3,000 ...

Created on 29 April 2021

2. Why We Must Cling to Spiritual Formation in the Midst of Evangelical Scandals

... up an influential ministry will go up in flames if it is not built upon, and for, Jesus Christ. For more on this subject, purchase Joseph Mattera's book Poisonous Power. Read articles like this one ...

Created on 12 March 2021

3. How God Can Provide You Escape From Today's Cultural Temptation

... He always provides a way of escape from temptations. He is always with us during our fiery trials and tests (1 Cor. 10:13, Isa. 43:2-3). Dr. Joseph Mattera is an internationally known author, consultant ...

Created on 04 March 2021

4. Joseph Mattera: God, Politics and the Kingdom of God

Whether Christian or non-Christian, any group that has an unbalanced concentration of power (e.g. the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11, or certain points of corruption in Western European history that compromised ...

Created on 04 March 2021

5. How the Revolutionary War Weakened the Gospel—and 13 Lessons for Today

... reading and church participation. May these practices help us grow in discernment so that we can truly be the light of the world and salt of the earth (Matt. 5:13-16). Purchase Joseph Mattera's latest ...

Created on 16 February 2021

6. Joseph Mattera Asks, 'Was America Ever a Christian Nation?

... city or nation to fulfill kingdom promises. Instead, we long for His eternal city and kingdom (Phil. 3:20, Heb. 11:10-17). Dr. Joseph Mattera is an internationally known author, consultant and theologian ...

Created on 11 February 2021

7. Is It Wrong to Hold Kingdom Voices Accountable for Election Prophecies?

... to the church for the glory of God. When bringing correction, may we treat each other with grace, kindness and mercy as we await the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dr. Joseph Mattera ...

Created on 02 February 2021

8. 8 Reasons Prophets Sometimes Make Mistakes

I am a firm believer in the prophetic. I believe in the validity and continuation of the gifts of the Spirit (1 Cor. 12-14). My desire is to deal with the larger question of when and why prophetic people ...

Created on 20 January 2021

9. Contrasting the Kingdom of God and Christian Nationalism

... His gospel, even if it does not comport with our nation's rank and file and the policies they espouse. Dr. Joseph Mattera is an internationally-known author, consultant and theologian whose mission is ...

Created on 07 January 2021

10. 8 Reasons Why the Church Lost the Culture Wars in North America

... of the body of Christ will be minimal. If this divide ever mends, the church will once again be the most potent voice in culture both nationally and globally. Dr. Joseph Mattera is an internationally ...

Created on 16 December 2020

11. Understanding the Cycles of Power and Poverty Through Nationalization

Since World War II, the United States' federal government has been growing at the expense of individual liberty and freedom. The Great Society programs of the 1960s contributed to this expansion. In ...

Created on 04 November 2020

12. Joseph Mattera Gives 3 More Perspectives on Political Engagement

... the Lord Jesus grant His church the wisdom and the favor to serve as His salt—and light the world. Purchase Joseph Mattera's latest book, The Jesus Principles, available now on Amazon here.  ...

Created on 28 October 2020

13. 7 Perspectives Christians Relate to Political Engagement, Part 1

The Bible has a lot to say regarding the role politics and political leaders have on a nation. Suffice it to say, it is significant! Proverbs 29:2 says, "When the righteous are in authority, the people ...

Created on 21 October 2020

14. Why Most People Are One-Issue Voters

... principles instead of political affiliation, the United States will prosper and be great for decades to come! Purchase Joseph Mattera's latest book, The Jesus Principles, available now on Amazon here. ...

Created on 14 October 2020

15. Why Abortion Is a Gospel Issue

I find it interesting that a pro-choice person, like the governor of Virginia, Ralph Northam, was quoted saying that he approved abortion up until the time of birth. This same governor had pictures of ...

Created on 06 October 2020

16. Joseph Mattera: 10 Reasons I Am Critical of Critical Race Theory

Critical race theory (CRT) has been placed front and center of the contemporary debate related to what proponents attribute to systemic racism. However, the past several months have uncovered that CRT ...

Created on 01 October 2020

17. Part 2: Why Jesus' Rule Supersedes the Authority of All Political Leaders

Note: This is the second of a two-part series. For part one, click here. Jesus said after His resurrection, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and earth" (Matt. 28:18, MEV). The ascension ...

Created on 23 September 2020

18. Why Jesus' Rule Supersedes the Authority of All Political Leaders

... ascension. Next week in part 2 of this article, we will see the consequences of Jesus's reign as King over the nations. Purchase Joseph Mattera's latest book, The Jesus Principles, available now on Amazon ...

Created on 16 September 2020

19. 20 Contrasts Between a Victim and a Victorious Mindset

I have lived in New York City for over six decades and have observed many kinds of people: those with a victim mentality and those with a victor mentality. In this article, I will examine some traits that ...

Created on 10 September 2020

20. 10 Signs You Lack a Biblical Worldview

... Understanding the Wineskin of the Kingdom and Twenty-Five Things You Never Heard in Church. These are all available on Amazon or at JosephMattera.org. Purchase Joseph Mattera's latest book, The Jesus Principles, ...

Created on 02 September 2020