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Standing Firm through the Great Apostasy
From the outset, the implications of Standing Firm through the Great Apostasy are terrifying. In fact, the most alarming aspect of this book is its utter plausibility. As Steve Gallagher leads his reader through a systematic and piercing examination of Scripture, the Great Apostasy emerges, not as a future event of which to be forewarned, but as the very essence of today’s postmodern Church.
In this thorough, and sometimes disquieting, investigation of the biblical predictions about the Great Apostasy, readers quickly come to realize what the Bible clearly there will be a Church within the Church during the end–times. Today, like tares in the wheat field, false adherents are growing up alongside true believers. But how will we know them? What is the hallmark of the Apostate Church? What are the distinguishing qualities of its rank and file confessors?
This is where Gallagher is at his best. By mining the treasure–laden writings of biblical scholars from past centuries and carefully examining the sacred Scriptures, he presents the reader with a classic portrait of the Apostate a prevailing self–centeredness, widespread sensuality, and rebellion to authority. At first glance it seems unthinkable that such words could be attached to the lives of confessing Christians. But by the end it becomes all too clear that those who would cause “the way of the truth to be maligned” sit in our pews, sing in our choirs and stand in our pulpits.
In this thorough, and sometimes disquieting, investigation of the biblical predictions about the Great Apostasy, readers quickly come to realize what the Bible clearly there will be a Church within the Church during the end–times. Today, like tares in the wheat field, false adherents are growing up alongside true believers. But how will we know them? What is the hallmark of the Apostate Church? What are the distinguishing qualities of its rank and file confessors?
This is where Gallagher is at his best. By mining the treasure–laden writings of biblical scholars from past centuries and carefully examining the sacred Scriptures, he presents the reader with a classic portrait of the Apostate a prevailing self–centeredness, widespread sensuality, and rebellion to authority. At first glance it seems unthinkable that such words could be attached to the lives of confessing Christians. But by the end it becomes all too clear that those who would cause “the way of the truth to be maligned” sit in our pews, sing in our choirs and stand in our pulpits.
- GenresChristian Living
256 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2008
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Steve Gallagher
52 books16 followersSteve Gallagher is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Pure Life Ministries. He is a prolific writer, having authored 12 books, including the best-selling At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry. He is also a regularly featured columnist in both print and web media. Steve holds an Associates of Arts degree from Sacramento City College and a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Ministry from Master’s International School of Divinity. He is also a certified Biblical Counselor through the International Association of Biblical Counselors (IABC) in Denver, CO.
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December 2, 2023
There comes a point in time when a great controversy befall on a believer. Standing firm and grounded on your Faith will bring with it questions especially in great difficulties.
What Steve outlined in his book are the key steps to take when faced with such a challenge.
The end days are near. Don't give up on your Faith.
What Steve outlined in his book are the key steps to take when faced with such a challenge.
The end days are near. Don't give up on your Faith.
October 27, 2021
Really convicting! I'm so glad that Jesus is unyielding in his desire to present a spotless bride when he returns! I was very challenged at my 'status quo' and also encouraged.
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