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Originally Posted by Sept5SavedTeen
The problem I've often seen in some apostolic churches that do not have small group ministries, is that some oppose these groups because they see them as a possible undermining of the pastor's authority. If many men are teaching throughout the assembly, and even called of GOD to teach and alternate teaching on Sunday mornings, this can tamper with the one-Pastor model so many have become accustomed to. Do you agree?
-Bro. Alex
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I personally don't personally. But I do agree that there are (sadly) churches with this complex. I do think there is a responsibility to make sure the believers adhere to doctrine, and accountability should be in place about what is being taught. There are ways to do that though, instead of just abstaining entirely. These churches are being left behind. Small groups are what most churches were started on, how can they abandon it now?