There is no love apart from truth. So stop being ambiguous about the truth in order to appear more loving.
There is no love apart from truth. So stop being ambiguous about the truth in order to appear more loving.
If a neutered and spineless pastor is willing to starve his sheep by refusing to courageously preach God’s Word, I will make no apology for when his congregants leave his church and come to mine. God delights in faithful churches increasing by both “conversion growth” and “transferred growth.”
Just because someone is poor, doesn’t mean that the church should provide for them. The Bible contains strict criteria for who we are obligated to help, and who we should ignore.
Not everyone wants to be made well. Many would rather remain victims, even if only in their own perception, because restoration brings responsibility.
Some Christians say there is a “Culture” War. Others say it is actually a “Spiritual” War. But what does the Bible say on this particular topic?
Tragically, the sin of spiritual abuse and manipulation sometimes is committed by leaders in the church. However, there is certainly a distinction between this sin and persuasive preaching. Watch this episode to discover the difference.