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Originally Posted by Ohio
But the saying "God is sovereign" also has the intention of legitimating the views of one side of the discussion. By saying spiritually-sounding things like, "God is sovereign" or "it must be His will," leaders attempt to right certain wrongs. This just perpetuates hypocrisy. When wrong things happen, even if they "appear" vindicated by God, and "appear" to favor their cause, leaders must acknowledge these failings, or they corrupt their followers.
Consider how many of the Blendeds have been corrupted by WL's treatment of John Ingalls and the Anaheim elders for addressing PL's improprieties. These Blendeds (especially BP, RG, FB) knew in their conscience that the Anaheim elders were acting on the Lord's behalf and in the saints' best interest, yet these Blendeds still sided with WL and joined in with his condemnations on all those brothers (including John So, Mill Mallon, and many others.)
Their corruption was later witnessed by numerous GLA churches who were sued by locals instigated by Blended operatives.
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Ohio, you're not far off the track from when I first heard the phrase "God is sovereign". Basically it's a Christian notion that is misapplied. Here's how it is, once you're actrions indicate you cannot be trusted or loyal to a man and his ministry, "God is sovereign". A phrase implying "I am washing my hands of you." Problem with that statement is God does not operate like that. During the 40 years in the wilderness God could had washed His hands of the Israelites, but He did not do that. We all know not one of us can fulfill God's righteous requirement. God's sovereignty is by His grace and His mercy, God sent His Son.