As iron sharpens iron,
one person sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17)
I learned of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram series on sexual misconduct among Independent Baptists when one of our men brought it to my attention. The series of articles claims to have uncovered hundreds of cases in nearly 200 different churches. Our church member was concerned because the Star-Telegram included a map with a database of churches charged with sexual misconduct, and our church was included on that map.
Proverbs 21:27 The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?
The second half of this verse says that the sacrifice of the wicked that is an abomination is much more an abomination when a wicked person brings it with a wicked mind, which points to the evil intent and ungodly motives of such worship that is far more ungodly.
“When Gomez converted, he says there were maybe only a few dozen members of 18th Street that had converted to Christianity. Now in the 18th street prison Gotera, there are upward of 1,000. ‘Something’s happening. Something is really happening,’ he says with an incredulous chuckle.” - Longreads
Let’s take a break from pointing out the doctrinal weaknesses of that eminent theologian Mark Lowry, and have some real fun!
What traditional Christmas songs do we sing that have questionable lyrics, either doctrinal or historical?
Extra points if we have a bit of fear of removing them from our Christmas singing.
“But not all Christians have been pleased with this Nativity tune. As the song resurfaces each Christmastide, so do the enthusiastic complaints regarding its sappiness and its condescension toward Mary.” - CToday
Conference president Danny Wood: MacDonald … “contacted me personally to say he is stepping away from all outside speaking engagements for a season.” - BPNews
In commenting on the “Filings” article titled, “WOLVES IN SHEPHERD’S CLOTHING AGAIN,” Jim Peet suggests one of the causes for pastoral abuse is the “Great Man” syndrome.
When big name pastors/leaders fall into sin, we all hear about it. Between adultery, same-sex relationships, child molesting — or disgraceful financial dealings — we used to be shocked at such news. Now, we are so used to hearing it, and have begun to embrace a special appreciation for the many who finished or are finishing well.
Discussion