Author Archives: Michael J Erdel

About Michael J Erdel

Mike is a pastor with The Assembly of God Fellowship. He is the lead pastor at Encounter Church in Fostoria Ohio. His desire is to encourage the Church of Jesus Christ, and declare God's hope through His Son Jesus, to a world which is long on excuses and short on hope. Mike has experienced the truth that when we kneel before Christ, surrendering to Him as Savior and LORD, being led and empowered by His Spirit. To Jesus Christ be all glory and honor.

Silent SLAUGHTER… 42,000,000!

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Michael J Erdel

2020 world-wide death toll for Covid-19… 1.8 million dead. Very sad indeed. 2020 world -wide death toll for ABORTION… 42,000,000 (that’s right 42 million) barbarically slaughtered in the womb! ABSOLUTELY ABOMINABLE! In America we average around 1,700 abortions per day! … Continue reading →

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Christian’s Wake Up… The Wolves are Among Us! #2

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

In an article entitled “Chris Pratt tells far left and far right to quit the divisiveness: ‘Under God we’re indivisible’”, the actor lectures both sides of the political spectrum, concerning the divided nation of the United States of America. In … Continue reading →

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Christian’s Wake Up… The Wolves are Among Us!

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

Why the Christians Post believes Chris Pratt’s social media is relevant to their readers lives is beyond my comprehension. In an article entitled “Chris Pratt grateful for online Christmas service, says Jesus died for everyone“, the news organization propped up … Continue reading →

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Is His Word, a Contemptuous Insult? God Forbid! PART II

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

(2 Timothy 3:4-7) …lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away! For of this sort are those who creep into households and make captives of … Continue reading →

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Is His Word, a Contemptuous Insult? God Forbid!

Posted on November 19, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

(2 Timothy 3:1-7) But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers … Continue reading →

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Not only my HAND, But My LIFE for My Jesus Christ!

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

(Philippians 1:19-23) For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but … Continue reading →

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To be FRUITFUL or a TUMBLE WEED, that is in QUESTION?

Posted on October 29, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

As election day 2020 is bearing down on Christians in America, it is imperative we take some time to consider our ways (Haggai 1:7). I am not referring to the way we vote, but how we behave in the run … Continue reading →

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“All Fall Short”, but be careful not to “Fall Short”?

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

(Romans 3:23) for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God I assume the above verse is fairly familiar with most Christians, as it is used by Christians sharing the gospel with the lost and in conversation concerning … Continue reading →

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Eddie and Jimi are Not Jamming Tonight!

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

This past Monday, October 5th, saw the death of perhaps the most influential and commercially successful guitarist in rock history, Eddie Van Halen. Of course that statement can be debated, but I know a little something about the pop culture … Continue reading →

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Bold Faced LIES… The Pope, Ministers of Unrighteousness!

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Michael J Erdel

In the video below a grieving 11 year old boy, asks pope Francis where his dead father is. The boys father was an atheist. Begin watching at the 2:13 mark.  Without discernment, one may find inspiration or comfort in the … Continue reading →

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