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Originally Posted by MarcBee
Probably so! Power does corrupt. But where you are judging the motives, I am only considering the actual behavior in light of the possible pastoral (scriptural) rationale behind it. This pastor would not have been so rhetorically condemned 40 years ago, when that style was more prevalent. But, (and a big but it is :^)) had he even nowadays been able to demonstrate his authority with Book of Acts-like violence, we would instead be in awe of how Apostolicly powerful he is, (even if a Baptist.)
"Them that sin, rebuke before all, that others also may fear." 1Timothy2:20.
That's only intended for elders? "Rebuke not an elder, but entreat.." 1Tim5:1.
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I could agree about a Pastor confronting sin. Sin should be confronted, especially if the person flaunts their sin. We already agreed the language could have been changed. But I fail to see any sin committed by anyone this man lashed out at. You agreed sleeping isn't a sin; I would argue that having people visit the sound booth isn't a sin; neither is missing church for whatever reason.
So if this was about confronting sin, what was the sin?
You brought a good point, that years ago this wouldn't have been an issue. I would agree that the advent of the internet and social media has caused the office of the Pastor to be scrutinized more than at any time previous. What was typically passed on even 10 years ago, is now more closely looked at.
I understand your point, I just don't believe it applies in this case.
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