[Indiana]

Originally Posted by Terry

On the topic of authority something further needs to be said. Among the local churches, there is an unhealthy application of authority. Primarily when the leaders respected as authority (locally or extra-locally) are considered above reproach, rebuke, and accountability.

"The Local Churches have well-earned the reputation of bringing others to accountability for perceived wrongs committed against them, while never being able to subject themselves to others who would examine them. Thoughtful, sound, scriptural writings on the internet from Nigel Tomes, David Canfield, and Dave Shields are ignored. Don Rutledge also has weighty fellowship on the internet that warrants sober thought from LC leadership....." (2006) Steve Isitt