Why would a Pastor do this to me ?

[rrford]

Originally Posted by Edward Anglin

My feelings as well.

I listened to some sermons Nathan sent me of his dad preaching. He was an incredible man, and an incredible minister.

I see many ministers who are trying their best. Just like Elder Neckstadt was.

And I imagine that Elder Neckstadt would take his son to task for jumping on every "bash the preacher" thread under the guise of "My 40 years of experience."

I am learning that just because I have observations and experiences doesn't mean folks necessarily want to hear them or think they are as good as I think they are.

[pelathais]

Originally Posted by rrford

And I imagine that Elder Neckstadt would take his son to task for jumping on every "bash the preacher" thread under the guise of "My 40 years of experience."

I don't think Neck is guilty of "jumping on every bash the preacher thread..." Sorry, just trying to stick up for the guy. There's an aspect to our culture that we were forbidden to ever discuss and I think that has hurt us.

Originally Posted by rrford

I am learning that just because I have observatons and experiences doesn't mean folks necessarily want to hear them or think they are as good as I think they are.

Well, that's some preaching that doesn't need to be bashed.

[Neck]

Originally Posted by rrford

And I imagine that Elder Neckstadt would take his son to task for jumping on every "bash the preacher" thread under the guise of "My 40 years of experience."

I am learning that just because I have observations and experiences doesn't mean folks necessarily want to hear them or think they are as good as I think they are.

I didn't start the thread nor did I wake up today thinking, "I need to share how some ministers say and do harsh things." But to deny that fact regardless of who is putting the observation into words. Is overlooking so many wounded saints.. Am I amung the wounded, no. Have I talked to the wounded and witness the wounds, yes.

When will my observations and experience be valid?

After 80 years!