A church that thinks it’s okay to joke about women like they’re sex dolls and then calls a wise woman who has proven her faithfulness “immature” and a “hater”? Flee fast.
And then there's the irony that the @_strongermen_ Conf did nothing to empower men. Instead, it groomed them to be weaker & more subservient—not to God, but to their abusive, male pastors.
My take on what was arguably the weirdest spectacle in evangelicalism I've seen yet. 3/3
I tried to go to church today
First time in months
I made it to the second song before the sermon
It was a song my old church sang
Often
Loudly
I remember raising my hands
Singing my heart out
Praising God
Surrounded by people who I’d give my life for
It was my home
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After posting the initial clip of Josh Howerton's horrific wedding night advice, so many people wounded by Lakepointe Church have sent me OTHER clips & documented other issues.
I decided to document these things all in one place.
https://t.co/ikGmFYYU6c
Christians, look for ministry gaps to fill in the church. Are single parents being ministered to and supported? How about caregivers? Or burnt out parents with small or disabled children? The preacher doesn't always see what needs to be done.
Christians, read commentaries and preacher's blogs with open minds. Remember, it was John MacArthur who claimed salvation is possible without the Blood; and John Piper who claimed Jesus was damned in our place. Both teachings are blasphemous.
Preachers, don't make changes that affect the whole church; vote on it. Just because you're the preacher doesn't mean you hold absolute power and control.
Preachers, don't allow a great testimonial of God's work in your life come off as bragging. "I trusted God. I didn't worry. I had faith." all are wonderful, but could possibly give the impression that your faith is better than a congregant's faith.