Michael Brown
Michael L Brown (born 1955) is an American Messianic Jew, radio host, conservative and author. His nationally syndicated radio show, The Line of Fire, airs throughout the United States. He is also president and professor of practical theology at Fellowship for International Revival and Evangelism School of Ministry. He has also served as adjunct professor of Old Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL and adjunct professor of Jewish apologetics at Fuller Theological Seminary School of World Mission. He has contributed to the Oxford Dictionary of Jewish Religion, and the Theological Dictionary of the Old Testament.
- DAVIS: When Evangelicals Supported Abortion
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May God Deliver Us from Our Obsession with Numbers and Popularity
In this world, we have to deal with numbers. That is a simple fact of life. From paying our bills to counting inventory to measuring results, calculating numbers cannot be avoided. An increase in numbers can also point to real success, which is why the book of Acts sometimes records information like this: ". . . many who heard the message believed; so the number of men who believed grew to about five thousand," (Acts 4:4). That was great news. More lives were being transformed. (Michael Brown/Charisma 3/5/24) READ MORE>>>>>
In this world, we have to deal with numbers. That is a simple fact of life. From paying our bills to counting inventory to measuring results, calculating numbers cannot be avoided. An increase in numbers can also point to real success, which is why the book of Acts sometimes records information like this: ". . . many who heard the message believed; so the number of men who believed grew to about five thousand," (Acts 4:4). That was great news. More lives were being transformed. (Michael Brown/Charisma 3/5/24) READ MORE>>>>>
When ‘He Gets Us’ presents a Jesus who is too much like us
I appreciate every effort to make Jesus known to a world that does not know who He really is, especially to a world that has false perceptions about Him. I appreciate those who are willing to think outside the box and find unconventional ways to get people interested in hearing about the Savior. And I appreciate Christians who are willing to invest large amounts of money to reach massive secular audiences. But I don’t appreciate efforts that, in the end, might do more harm than good. (Michael Brown/Christian Post 2/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>
I appreciate every effort to make Jesus known to a world that does not know who He really is, especially to a world that has false perceptions about Him. I appreciate those who are willing to think outside the box and find unconventional ways to get people interested in hearing about the Savior. And I appreciate Christians who are willing to invest large amounts of money to reach massive secular audiences. But I don’t appreciate efforts that, in the end, might do more harm than good. (Michael Brown/Christian Post 2/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Is It Time to Scrap the Term ‘Evangelical’?
There are many followers of Jesus in America today who do not describe themselves as “Christians.” It is not because they are ashamed of their faith. Instead, it is because the word “Christian” has become so diluted that almost anyone can call themselves a Christian, regardless of how they live or what they believe. To say, “I’m a Christian” does not necessarily convey a specific set of beliefs or moral standards, and this has been the case in America for many years now. The positive side to this is that, as followers of Jesus, we have the opportunity to define who we are and what we believe. Even to say, “I’m a follower of Jesus” is to trigger a potential discussion. (Michael Brown/The Stream 1/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
There are many followers of Jesus in America today who do not describe themselves as “Christians.” It is not because they are ashamed of their faith. Instead, it is because the word “Christian” has become so diluted that almost anyone can call themselves a Christian, regardless of how they live or what they believe. To say, “I’m a Christian” does not necessarily convey a specific set of beliefs or moral standards, and this has been the case in America for many years now. The positive side to this is that, as followers of Jesus, we have the opportunity to define who we are and what we believe. Even to say, “I’m a follower of Jesus” is to trigger a potential discussion. (Michael Brown/The Stream 1/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
The hijacking of ‘Christ is King’
What did Candace Owens mean when she posted that “Christ is King” in the midst of a very public dispute with her Daily Wire employer Ben Shapiro? I’m not going to enter into the details of that dispute other than to say I agree with Shapiro’s concerns. Here, I want to focus on Owens posting the words “Christ is King” on X (formerly Twitter). (Michael Brown/ Christian Post 11/20/23)
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What did Candace Owens mean when she posted that “Christ is King” in the midst of a very public dispute with her Daily Wire employer Ben Shapiro? I’m not going to enter into the details of that dispute other than to say I agree with Shapiro’s concerns. Here, I want to focus on Owens posting the words “Christ is King” on X (formerly Twitter). (Michael Brown/ Christian Post 11/20/23)
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Apr 24, 2023: Christian Post: Michael Brown talks Trump, New Atheists and greatest danger to American Evangelicalism
In recent years, large numbers of people in the United States, including prominent Christian public figures, have left Christianity and no longer identify with a religious affiliation.
Author and radio host Michael Brown is tackling this issue in his latest book with the hopes of reaching out to Christians who are doubting their beliefs, or "deconstructing their faith" to show them why they should remain in the faith.
In recent years, large numbers of people in the United States, including prominent Christian public figures, have left Christianity and no longer identify with a religious affiliation.
Author and radio host Michael Brown is tackling this issue in his latest book with the hopes of reaching out to Christians who are doubting their beliefs, or "deconstructing their faith" to show them why they should remain in the faith.
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Jan 13, 2023: Religion Dispatches: ‘EXPORTING GARBAGE TO THE NATIONS’: CONSERVATIVE CHRISTIAN RIFTS SPREADING LIKE CRACKED GLASS
In one podcast, longtime Christian Reconstructionist think tanker Gary DeMar chided NAR leader Michael Brown’s view of Christian involvement in politics, stating that being a Christian is more than just “preaching the gospel.” DeMar also recently criticized Joseph Mattera for confusing the “dominion mandate” with the “domination of Christians.” |
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Jan 8, 2023: Ask Dr Brown: In Times of Crisis Americans Pray
Around the nation, in response to the life-threatening injury to Buffalo Bills football player Damar Hamlin, people prayed.
Hamlin’s teammates and coaches prayed.
Millions of fans joined in prayer, tweeting their support.
Around the nation, in response to the life-threatening injury to Buffalo Bills football player Damar Hamlin, people prayed.
Hamlin’s teammates and coaches prayed.
Millions of fans joined in prayer, tweeting their support.
Charisma: Michael Brown: Once Again, I Denounce Acts of Violence Against the LGBTQ-Plus Community
Although we still do not know (as of this writing) if the massacre at a gay bar in Colorado Springs was a hate crime, it is always appropriate to denounce all acts of violence and hatred against the LGBTQ community. There is absolutely no justification for such acts no matter how deep the disagreements. You do not murder someone because you differ with them. -11.23.22
Although we still do not know (as of this writing) if the massacre at a gay bar in Colorado Springs was a hate crime, it is always appropriate to denounce all acts of violence and hatred against the LGBTQ community. There is absolutely no justification for such acts no matter how deep the disagreements. You do not murder someone because you differ with them. -11.23.22
Baptist News Global: When lying becomes a virtue 11.3.22
Michael Brown
Were Ananias and Sapphira believers who were judged by God because of their blatant sin? According to one prominent pastor, they were not, since things like this do not happen to believers in Jesus, to those under grace, since the Lord already took our judgment on the cross. Is this pastor correct? Actually, the text does not tell us explicitly whether they were believers or not, but without a doubt, this account was recorded as a lesson for all of us, and the New Testament makes very clear that the Lord sometimes judges His own blood-bought people who engage in blatant sin. Are we willing to accept the testimony of the Word of God?
This pastor, who is a gifted teacher with many good things to say, claims that in Acts 5, it is “very clearly stated” that Ananias and Sapphira were not believers, and for him, the lesson we learn from this passage of Scripture is that God will judge those who try to hurt the church, which is “very consoling” for him.
Of course, the New Testament does say clearly, “If anyone destroys God’s temple [which refers to us, His people], God will destroy him” (1 Cor. 3:17, ESV), but again, that is not the lesson of Acts 5. To be clear, nowhere does Acts 5 say that Ananias and Sapphira were not believers. It only says that they conspired to deceive. So, we are not told about whether they were unsaved deceivers or believers who conspired to deceive.
What we do know is that as a result of the judgment that fell on this couple, “great fear came upon the whole church and upon all who heard of these things” (Acts 5:11). Great fear! If this was God’s protective hand, keeping the church from being deceived by this unsaved couple—as this pastor alleges, and which he finds “very consoling”—then why did “great fear” come “upon the whole church”?
For argument’s sake, let’s say that Ananias and Sapphira were not true believers. The church still saw this as an example of God’s holiness and of the reality of the presence of His Spirit, as a result of which great fear came upon the believers (as opposed to great consolation). What about this pastor’s teaching that “even when you sin, there is no more judgment,” because Jesus took our judgment on the cross?
Actually, the Word says that there is no condemnation—meaning final judgment, damnation—for those who are in Christ Jesus (Rom. 8:1), so in that sense, absolutely, Jesus took our judgment at the cross. In Him, we will never be condemned, and that is something to shout about. Praise God for that!
But the New Testament plainly states that God does judge His people, meaning that He brings loving discipline and correction, sometimes sternly. And while it is gloriously true that our sins are forgiven in Jesus, there can be still consequences to our sins in this life, just as an alcoholic forgiven for decades of drinking may still develop cirrhosis of the liver. --Michael Brown
This pastor, who is a gifted teacher with many good things to say, claims that in Acts 5, it is “very clearly stated” that Ananias and Sapphira were not believers, and for him, the lesson we learn from this passage of Scripture is that God will judge those who try to hurt the church, which is “very consoling” for him.
Of course, the New Testament does say clearly, “If anyone destroys God’s temple [which refers to us, His people], God will destroy him” (1 Cor. 3:17, ESV), but again, that is not the lesson of Acts 5. To be clear, nowhere does Acts 5 say that Ananias and Sapphira were not believers. It only says that they conspired to deceive. So, we are not told about whether they were unsaved deceivers or believers who conspired to deceive.
What we do know is that as a result of the judgment that fell on this couple, “great fear came upon the whole church and upon all who heard of these things” (Acts 5:11). Great fear! If this was God’s protective hand, keeping the church from being deceived by this unsaved couple—as this pastor alleges, and which he finds “very consoling”—then why did “great fear” come “upon the whole church”?
For argument’s sake, let’s say that Ananias and Sapphira were not true believers. The church still saw this as an example of God’s holiness and of the reality of the presence of His Spirit, as a result of which great fear came upon the believers (as opposed to great consolation). What about this pastor’s teaching that “even when you sin, there is no more judgment,” because Jesus took our judgment on the cross?
Actually, the Word says that there is no condemnation—meaning final judgment, damnation—for those who are in Christ Jesus (Rom. 8:1), so in that sense, absolutely, Jesus took our judgment at the cross. In Him, we will never be condemned, and that is something to shout about. Praise God for that!
But the New Testament plainly states that God does judge His people, meaning that He brings loving discipline and correction, sometimes sternly. And while it is gloriously true that our sins are forgiven in Jesus, there can be still consequences to our sins in this life, just as an alcoholic forgiven for decades of drinking may still develop cirrhosis of the liver. --Michael Brown
Jan 19, 2022: Ask Dr Brown: 11 Years Ago I Wrote That It’s Not Too Late to Turn the Tide. Was I Wrong?
he last chapter to my 700-page, 2011 book A Queer Thing Happened to America: And What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been was titled, “GLBT and Beyond: Reflections On Our Current Trajectory.” (In those days, it was customary to put the G before the L.) In that chapter, I laid out where LGBT activism was heading, describing just where the trajectory would take us.
Yet, as disturbing as that trajectory was – and has proven to be – the last paragraphs of the book issued a word of hope coupled with a call to action, beginning with these words: “It’s Not Too Late to Turn the Tide.”
he last chapter to my 700-page, 2011 book A Queer Thing Happened to America: And What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been was titled, “GLBT and Beyond: Reflections On Our Current Trajectory.” (In those days, it was customary to put the G before the L.) In that chapter, I laid out where LGBT activism was heading, describing just where the trajectory would take us.
Yet, as disturbing as that trajectory was – and has proven to be – the last paragraphs of the book issued a word of hope coupled with a call to action, beginning with these words: “It’s Not Too Late to Turn the Tide.”
Dec 13, 2021: Ask Dr Brown: No, Not ‘Everyone’ Knows the 2020 Elections Were Stolen
Some of my most respected ministry colleagues are absolutely convinced that the 2020 presidential elections were stolen. Some of them, including scholars with advanced degrees in statistics and a long list of bona fides, feel sure that the evidence for election fraud is overwhelming. But that doesn’t mean that I am convinced and am denying the truth, let alone that “everyone” is convinced and living in open and willful denial. Perish the thought.
Aug 19, 2021: Christianity Daily: Here's How Revival Will Happen, According To Someone Who Actually Witnessed It
Dr. Michael Brown also headed the school of ministry during the revival, where Tomczak said he had the honor of "teaching practical theology" to thousands of students.
Some of my most respected ministry colleagues are absolutely convinced that the 2020 presidential elections were stolen. Some of them, including scholars with advanced degrees in statistics and a long list of bona fides, feel sure that the evidence for election fraud is overwhelming. But that doesn’t mean that I am convinced and am denying the truth, let alone that “everyone” is convinced and living in open and willful denial. Perish the thought.
Aug 19, 2021: Christianity Daily: Here's How Revival Will Happen, According To Someone Who Actually Witnessed It
Dr. Michael Brown also headed the school of ministry during the revival, where Tomczak said he had the honor of "teaching practical theology" to thousands of students.
Aug 19, 2016: Charisma: Dr. Michael Brown Debates a Pastor Who Rejoices in the Murder of Gays
Devastation feels like the only appropriate word for the tragedy that struck Orlando June 12.
Yet some pastors, like Steven Anderson and Roger Jimenez, have fired off comments that claim the massacre of 49 at a gay nightclub was "good news."
They're wrong, says Dr. Michael Brown.
Devastation feels like the only appropriate word for the tragedy that struck Orlando June 12.
Yet some pastors, like Steven Anderson and Roger Jimenez, have fired off comments that claim the massacre of 49 at a gay nightclub was "good news."
They're wrong, says Dr. Michael Brown.
May 28, 2015: Michael Brown: Charisma: A Word to Self-Righteous Christians Attacking Josh Duggar
Apr 7, 2015: Michael Brown: Christian Post: How Can Christians and the LGBT Community Live In Harmony?:The New York Times Wants Us to Rewrite the Bible
Jan 9, 2015: Michael Brown: Christian Post: America's Fault: Radical Muslims Murder and Radical Liberals Go Mad
Dec 31, 2014: Michael Brown: Charisma: Did Christian Parents Drive Their Child to Suicide?
Sept 22, 2014: Michael Brown: Christian Post: Human Rights Campaign Accuses Christian Conservatives of Inciting Fear and Hate
Sept 22, 2014: News Busters: Gay Group List of ‘Extremist’ Christians Leads to Death Threats
Among those on the list were Independent candidate for governor of Massachusetts Pastor Scott Lively, Christian radio host and Townhall columnist Michael Brown,
Apr 7, 2015: Michael Brown: Christian Post: How Can Christians and the LGBT Community Live In Harmony?:The New York Times Wants Us to Rewrite the Bible
Jan 9, 2015: Michael Brown: Christian Post: America's Fault: Radical Muslims Murder and Radical Liberals Go Mad
Dec 31, 2014: Michael Brown: Charisma: Did Christian Parents Drive Their Child to Suicide?
Sept 22, 2014: Michael Brown: Christian Post: Human Rights Campaign Accuses Christian Conservatives of Inciting Fear and Hate
Sept 22, 2014: News Busters: Gay Group List of ‘Extremist’ Christians Leads to Death Threats
Among those on the list were Independent candidate for governor of Massachusetts Pastor Scott Lively, Christian radio host and Townhall columnist Michael Brown,
2022
Michael Brown
Christian Influence in Society? Yes. A Theocracy? No. Unfortunately, there are some Christian groups calling for this very thing (although, to be clear, when they talk about the possibility of bloodshed, they mean that their blood might be shed as martyrs for the cause).They are
espousing an unhealthy Christian nationalism that merges Christian identity with national identity and wraps the gospel in the American flag. And the most extreme among them would even welcome a theocratic kingdom on earth where religious leaders dictate how the society is governed. --Michael Brown 9.17.22
espousing an unhealthy Christian nationalism that merges Christian identity with national identity and wraps the gospel in the American flag. And the most extreme among them would even welcome a theocratic kingdom on earth where religious leaders dictate how the society is governed. --Michael Brown 9.17.22
Aug 13, 2022: Michael Brown: Is Christian Nationalism Dangerous?
Are you a Christian nationalist simply because you believe that God raised up America for special purposes in order to bless and help the world? No. But you are a Christian nationalist if you confuse loyalty to your country with loyalty to the kingdom of God. You are a Christian nationalist if you wrap the gospel in an American flag. You are a Christian nationalist if you 'merge Christian and American identities.'" That’s why recent comments by GAB CEO Andrew Torba have raised eyebrows and confirmed the worst suspicions about Christian nationalism, being quoted by outlets such as the Jerusalem Post and further fueling the fires of far-left websites such as Right Wing Watch. As Torba said with reference to a Republican candidate he backed, “We are going to build a coalition of Christian nationalists, of Christians, of Christian candidates, at the state, local and federal levels and we’re going to take this country back for the glory of God.” And, what exactly, will this look like? What will it mean to “take the country back for the glory of God,” a sentiment that, in itself, can sound very positive to many Christians? Torba explained, “We don’t want people who are atheists. We don’t want people who are Jewish. We don’t want people who are, you know, nonbelievers, agnostic, whatever. This is an explicitly Christian movement because this is an explicitly Christian country. We’re not saying we’re going to deport all these people or whatever. You’re free to stay here. You’re not going to be forced to convert or anything like this because that’s not biblical whatsoever. But you’re going to enjoy the fruits of living in a Christian society under Christian laws and under a Christian culture and you can thank us later.” He also said, “You degenerate pagans and atheists and non-believers went way too far with the COVID nonsense, with shutting down our churches and forcing our kids to be masked, and forcing us to get vaccinated with some mystery goop in order to keep our jobs and provide for our families. You pushed us too far, and now we’re going to take dominion of this country, of our culture, of news, of entertainment, of technology, of education, of everything for the glory of Jesus Christ, our king. It’s just that simple.”
Are you a Christian nationalist simply because you believe that God raised up America for special purposes in order to bless and help the world? No. But you are a Christian nationalist if you confuse loyalty to your country with loyalty to the kingdom of God. You are a Christian nationalist if you wrap the gospel in an American flag. You are a Christian nationalist if you 'merge Christian and American identities.'" That’s why recent comments by GAB CEO Andrew Torba have raised eyebrows and confirmed the worst suspicions about Christian nationalism, being quoted by outlets such as the Jerusalem Post and further fueling the fires of far-left websites such as Right Wing Watch. As Torba said with reference to a Republican candidate he backed, “We are going to build a coalition of Christian nationalists, of Christians, of Christian candidates, at the state, local and federal levels and we’re going to take this country back for the glory of God.” And, what exactly, will this look like? What will it mean to “take the country back for the glory of God,” a sentiment that, in itself, can sound very positive to many Christians? Torba explained, “We don’t want people who are atheists. We don’t want people who are Jewish. We don’t want people who are, you know, nonbelievers, agnostic, whatever. This is an explicitly Christian movement because this is an explicitly Christian country. We’re not saying we’re going to deport all these people or whatever. You’re free to stay here. You’re not going to be forced to convert or anything like this because that’s not biblical whatsoever. But you’re going to enjoy the fruits of living in a Christian society under Christian laws and under a Christian culture and you can thank us later.” He also said, “You degenerate pagans and atheists and non-believers went way too far with the COVID nonsense, with shutting down our churches and forcing our kids to be masked, and forcing us to get vaccinated with some mystery goop in order to keep our jobs and provide for our families. You pushed us too far, and now we’re going to take dominion of this country, of our culture, of news, of entertainment, of technology, of education, of everything for the glory of Jesus Christ, our king. It’s just that simple.”
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The Monster God Debate: Why Those Under the Authority of Scripture Struggle to Speak to Those Who Are Not
Took the time to actually watch all of the opening statement of Brian Zahnd in the debate that took place over the weekend in Kansas City against Michael Brown. Zahnd has engaged in two debates recently, both demonstrating a near fatal case of ACDS (Anti Calvinist Derangement Syndrome), this time the strain that is symptomatic of the modern Marcionites, something he shares in common with Roger Olson. We discussed how these synergists differ from the “traditionalist” Arminians, and started looking at some of his claims and arguments. (Alpha & Omega Ministries 9/20/14) READ MORE>>>>>
Took the time to actually watch all of the opening statement of Brian Zahnd in the debate that took place over the weekend in Kansas City against Michael Brown. Zahnd has engaged in two debates recently, both demonstrating a near fatal case of ACDS (Anti Calvinist Derangement Syndrome), this time the strain that is symptomatic of the modern Marcionites, something he shares in common with Roger Olson. We discussed how these synergists differ from the “traditionalist” Arminians, and started looking at some of his claims and arguments. (Alpha & Omega Ministries 9/20/14) READ MORE>>>>>