Proclaiming the Gospel – Mike Gendron Newsletter August 2023

August 2023

As ambassadors for our Lord Jesus Christ, we have the privilege to proclaim His Gospel to an unbelieving world. It is not only a royal privilege but an awesome responsibility because those who are perishing need to hear the Gospel of Christ (Romans 10:17). Clearly, the most difficult people to evangelize are those who are defiantly opposed to the Gospel because of religious bondage and deception.

Self-Conceit Leads to Self-Deceit

As prince of this world, Satan holds undiscerning people captive with religious pride and deceitful indoctrination. When you witness to them, their stubborn arrogance exposes their willful ignorance of God’s Word. Their stiff-necked self conceit leads to their unyielding self-deceit. Whenever prideful people are confronted in their self-deceit, they dig in their heels to prove they are right. A frequent example of this is when Roman Catholics are asked to repent and believe the Gospel. A common response is, “I was born a Catholic and I will die a Catholic.” My reply is always the same. According to the Bible, you were born a sinner and you will die a sinner unless you repent and believe the Gospel.

Religious Arrogance Blinds People

One of the most powerful tools Satan uses to “blind the minds of the unbelieving so that they might not see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ” is religious pride and arrogance (2 Cor. 4:4). We see a vivid example of this when “Stephen, full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people” (Acts 6:8). Some arrogant Jews rose up and argued with him because they were unable to cope with the wisdom and Spirit with which he was speaking. Stephen responded, “You men who are stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears are always resisting the Holy Spirit; you are doing just as your fathers did” (Acts 7:51). Because of their religious arrogance, they were brutally resistant to the truth, and with gnashing teeth, they stoned Stephen to death.

Deceitful Indoctrination Creates Pride

Many Catholics are deceived into believing they belong to the one true church. This deceitful indoctrination creates a lot of pride and a strong resistance to any teaching from non-Catholics. If Catholics were intellectually honest with themselves, they would have to acknowledge that their church looks nothing like the first century church. That is because it drifted into apostasy by departing from the faith of the apostles. Paul warned that “in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons” (1 Tim. 4:1). Catholics need to be warned that any teaching contrary to the written Word of God is either a lie of the devil or a doctrine of demons. Every man’s teaching must be tested by the supreme authority of Scripture (2 Tim. 3:16; Acts 17:11).

Catholic Responses to the Gospel

This ministry has been engaging Catholics with the Gospel for 32 years and we have heard some incredible responses. Following are several examples.

“I could no more renounce my Catholic faith than I could gouge out my eyes! What type of people are you? You have no idea what Christ teaches! I am a proud Catholic who is also proud to say that he respects all religions that seek peace in love. I am offended by your insults! They will lead to everlasting torment!”

Another proud Catholic responded this way. “You are so misinformed it is pathetic. I have the authority of Christ’s Church. Protestant sects have nothing. I know the Church back to front and I have loved the Catholic Church since I was born.”

Still another boastful Catholic said: “There is nothing in the teachings of the Catholic Church opposed to Sacred Scripture. I will ask Mary, the Queen of the Universe, to pray for you. I will offer up your soul to Her Immaculate Heart that she may present it, perfect and blameless, before God. Your ministry is inspired by Satan. The main function of the pope is to ensure that nothing is added or deleted from the Bible. The Catholic Church is the only church which takes the Bible seriously.”

God’s Grace Is Greater than Man’s Defiance

No matter how defiantly people respond to the Gospel, we know stubborn hearts are no match for the penetrating power of God’s grace. The apostle Paul was a zealous persecutor of Christians before our Sovereign Lord knocked him off his high horse and granted him repentance. One of the thieves mocking Jesus on the cross had lived a life of sinful rebellion, but in his last hour, God granted him repentance and faith in the Savior (Luke 23:39-43). These two examples of the saving power of God’s grace should encourage us to never give up hope for our friends and loved ones. Knowing that God is opposed to the proud but gives grace to the humble, let us pray that they will exchange their pride for humility and submit to God’s Word (James 4:6). Let us also pray that they will come under strong conviction by the Holy Spirit of sin, judgment and righteousness (John 16:8-11). May God be exalted and honored as He answers our prayers for His glory and the salvation of perishing souls!

You can now listen to Mike’s popular book Preparing for Eternity on audio. The book presents an objective contrast between the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church and the Word of God. It forces Catholics to choose which authority to trust since it is impossible to believe both. The book is now available on Amazon. Order here.

Mike, I just read some of the hate mail you receive. Wow! I thought I got attacked. Your armor must be pretty thick. It’s sad for me to see so many people being led astray by religious pride, but it is truly a sign of the times. I just wanted to exhort you. Such a simple thing, to believe the Word of God. I hope the future brings more humble hearts and open ears to you than ever before. S.K., Beloit, KS

Mr. Gendron, Your video message on the Twisted Teachings of the Catholic Church proves you either have no idea what you’re talking about or just how far you will go to blatantly lie to inflate your ego and your view of yourself as a “church leader.” You come across as strongly disingenuous or really incompetent. F.L. Internet

Hi Mike and Jane, I wanted to write to tell you thank you for all your hard work in reaching people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Your work for the Lord is appreciated by your fellow laborers in Jesus Christ. I appreciate your sound doctrine and work towards helping to steer people in the RCC to the true Jesus of the Bible, not the one made up by the men in Rome.

God bless you, C.S., Rapture Forums

I met Mike Gendron last year after I was confirmed in the Catholic Church. My Protestant parents were hoping he would “help me see the Catholic lies.” Honestly, his message was the worst two hours of my life. He made me want to puke. The lies he told were such nonsense. The environment for his message was the most bizarre thing I’ve ever encountered. It felt like I was in some kind of cult. I wanted to run out of there as fast as I could. To make this story even sadder, my father is still in contact with him and now both of them are trying to tear apart my engagement to a wonderful Catholic man. Kendra, Internet

Mike, Your use of God’s Word is put together in clear, concise and enumerated numerations. I have a better understanding of Catholics now, and am praying for several close friends. My brother is blind so I am ordering the audio book of your Preparing For Eternity. Thank you. B.M., Kyle, TX

Mike, When I showed your e-mail about the virgin Mary to our priest, his reply was, I better watch out because you are of the devil and if I listen to you I will go to hell also. D.H., MN

Mike, I was brainwashed and indoctrinated into a false religion until I finally picked up the Bible with an open mind. I then came across your video message. I called you on a whim and you answered immediately. I then called Catholic apologist and millionaire Scott Hahn just to “see” and got no answer, just an answering machine, never to answer. A.M, MO

Mike was interviewed by Jim Schneider on the Crosstalk radio program on the need for discernment in these days of great deception. Mike noted that God has given us a way to be protected from the growing deception. It’s through the infallible and inspired, authoritative Word of God. It’s the only infallible source for truth on earth. That means everyone and everything must be tested by the supreme authority of God’s Word. You can hear the interview here.

Fifty years ago, a light surrounded a wooden statue of Our Lady of All Nations at a convent in Akita, Japan. The statue spoke to a nun, asking her to pray for the reparation of the sins of humanity. Other nuns discovered the statue had a bleeding wound in its hand. Others saw the statue sweating as well as shedding tears. With the 50th anniversary of these miraculous events from Mary, her messages continue to compel Catholics to pray the rosary, and offer sacrifices for the reparation of sins. Read more.

Read our article on Apparitions Exposed here.

Charlie Kirk Call Out “Cowardly” Churches

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk said, “Left-wing ideology has infiltrated many Christian churches because they bow down to the “false god of being nice” and the “false god of tolerance” to win approval from the world.” Read more.

Texas Bishop Joseph Strickland is facing an investigation by Pope Francis after criticizing the church’s leadership and speaking out politically. He has called Catholics to embrace Jesus Christ rather than the Pope’s directives. In addition to his criticisms of Pope Francis, Strickland has described Joe Biden as an “evil president.” Read more.

The Vatican is granting a plenary indulgence to anyone who participates in the jubilee celebrations of St. Thomas Aquinas. The indulgence can be obtained by making a pilgrimage or “at least devote a suitable time to pious recollection,” and invoking the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Thomas Aquinas. Read more.

Mike’s Comment: If Catholics would repent and believe the Gospel, they would realize indulgences are a scam and an insult to the perfect, finished and all-sufficient work of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Reaching Catholics for Christ Conference

Aug. 5

Southlake, TX

Mike will give two messages on the Seven Consequential Differences between Christians and Catholics, followed by a message on how to effectively evangelize Roman Catholics and set them free from religious bondage and deception. The conference will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Countryside Bible Church, located at 250 Countryside Court in Southlake. The conference is free and will run from 9:30 am until 4:00 pm.

For more information call (817) 379-5300.

DeForest Evangelical Free Church

DeForest, WI

Sept. 16-17

Mike will teach a three hour Saturday morning seminar and preach the two Sunday morning messages. For more information click here.

Biblelands Cruise

Sept. 30 – Oct. 17

The Mediterranean and Israel

Mike and Jane will lead a group through a three dimensional Bible Study as they walk in the footsteps of the apostle Paul in Athens, Corinth, and Ephesus, and study the life and ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ throughout Israel.

Shiloh Church

Jacksonville, FL

Oct. 24-26

Mike will conduct a lecture series on Roman Catholicism and the huge mission field it represents.

For information click here.

Grace Bible Church

Redwood City, CA

Nov. 10-12

Mike will do a three-day seminar on Reaching Catholics for Christ.

Community Bible Church

Beaufort, SC

Nov. 19

Mike will preach the two Sunday morning services at 9:45 and 11:00 am. Click here for more information.

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All Christians are called to proclaim the Gospel faithfully and contend for it earnestly. These two books will equip and encourage you to be effective witnesses for Christ, while contending for the Gospel against the relentless attacks on its purity and exclusivity.

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