ECCLESIA DIRECTORY
March 19, 2024
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A compilation of healthy churches, submitting from followers. These have not been vetted.
A compilation of healthy churches, submitting from followers. These have not been vetted.
What would Matthew 23 sound like today? How would Jesus address some of the religious leaders of today who have preoccupied themselves with appearances and earthly reputation – even worse – violated the innocent and desecrated His House?
The exposures of sexual sin and moral compromise in the camp are but a symptom of a much larger problem. Deviant behaviors and ungodly practices are but the overflow of the heart and mind. In bringing these fruitless deeds to the light, the very thing the Lord is uncovering is a lack of holiness and purity within His House.
Whether it be victims courageously sharing their stories, whistle blowers bravely exposing the lies, or leaders finally confessing their faults, humility can yet be demonstrated through our collective voices. We must not allow satan any more footholds in either our personal lives, or in our collective witness to the world.
So who are the real fools here? Is it we who, like Russell, dare speak of unseen realities that are hidden to the natural mind? Or is it those who are blind to the truth and keep walking in meaningless circles?
“God’s people are afraid to confront it. They are afraid they will be made a fool of in front of everybody. But here is the key. Shepherds are the key to this election. The shepherds.”
Is “love and inclusion” the primary message of the gospel? Is Jesus’ definition of love focused solely on including everyone so they feel valued and respected? Or is there more?
We should know by now that no political party is going to steer us towards holiness. Nor is any political candidate going to instruct us on biblical values. Because that’s not their job. That’s the Church’s job.
It is clear this man is on a mission and will not be easily sidelined. But I can’t help but see some details about this incident that suggest a specific message to this man who is playing such a pivotal role in world history.
As I reflected on this dream the following day, I heard “RECKLESS DRIVER!”
A compilation of healthy churches, submitting from followers. These have not been vetted.
What would Matthew 23 sound like today? How would Jesus address some of the religious leaders of today who have preoccupied themselves with appearances and earthly reputation – even worse – violated the innocent and desecrated His House?
The exposures of sexual sin and moral compromise in the camp are but a symptom of a much larger problem. Deviant behaviors and ungodly practices are but the overflow of the heart and mind. In bringing these fruitless deeds to the light, the very thing the Lord is uncovering is a lack of holiness and purity within His House.
Whether it be victims courageously sharing their stories, whistle blowers bravely exposing the lies, or leaders finally confessing their faults, humility can yet be demonstrated through our collective voices. We must not allow satan any more footholds in either our personal lives, or in our collective witness to the world.
So who are the real fools here? Is it we who, like Russell, dare speak of unseen realities that are hidden to the natural mind? Or is it those who are blind to the truth and keep walking in meaningless circles?
“God’s people are afraid to confront it. They are afraid they will be made a fool of in front of everybody. But here is the key. Shepherds are the key to this election. The shepherds.”
Is “love and inclusion” the primary message of the gospel? Is Jesus’ definition of love focused solely on including everyone so they feel valued and respected? Or is there more?
We should know by now that no political party is going to steer us towards holiness. Nor is any political candidate going to instruct us on biblical values. Because that’s not their job. That’s the Church’s job.
It is clear this man is on a mission and will not be easily sidelined. But I can’t help but see some details about this incident that suggest a specific message to this man who is playing such a pivotal role in world history.
As I reflected on this dream the following day, I heard “RECKLESS DRIVER!”
