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Originally Posted by Kevin
I love Francis Chan. But this words reminds me of Witness Lee. 
#BeNotDeceived
Bad company..corrupts your good theology!
"Leave the presence of a fool, Or you will not discern words of knowledge." (Prov.14:7) |
For me, based on the scripture and our years of experience in churches, we have found that criticism must be limited to leaders who are unrighteous and/or abuse others. In other words, can Christians watch their leaders damage the children of God under their care, and still be expected to remain silent? I don't think so. The license to sin and abuse others should never be given to church officials. Being silent only enables them.
My wife and I recently left a church. We watched the elders slowly and occasionally introduce Jewish customs into the church, thinking there was some missing spiritual value in these traditions, good for their church. We disagreed. Since they never violated my previously mentioned standards, we left quietly, and felt no need to publish our views.
For the most part, I would agree that we should not "bash" Christian leaders. Related to the basic truths of His work on the cross, we will never compromise. But regarding teachings like interpretations of prophecy, regulations for our daily living, or diverse practices by churches, ministers should present them as "
a healthy way," rather than "
the only way."