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Originally Posted by Coonskinner
The last time I checked, the Church was the Body of Christ.
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So you are agreeing with my statement that you have set your sights to be like the church? I never expected to see that.
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Originally Posted by Coonskinner
It is always weak pastors, ignorant pastors, unlearned and controlling pastors, legalistic pastors.  |
Not always... sometimes it is honest pastors, strong pastors and wise pastors who see what "thus saith the word of God" and speak honestly to their people about these things.
The people didn't come up with this concept on their own brother.... this concept was delivered to them by pastors. On this issue.. the only cure is in an honest pastorate who will love the people enough and be honest enough with themselves and with God to put down their pride and admit that they can no longer stand by this standard because their primary goal is to love, live and preach the word of God.
That pastor... is a man worthy of more honor than men can bestow.
That pastor... is a man of integrity and love for people and the word of God.
That pastor... has earned great respect.