Thoughts from the Christian perspective: discernment issues as they relate to the current state of the church and society.
Saturday, July 4, 2015
Pastors, Do Not Fear Opposition
There is too much cowardice in the church disguised as kindness, tolerance, sophistication and objectivity. The excuses cover up a basic fear of stating hard truths and confronting spiritual wolves. But the elder of Christ need not fear the opposition.
Jay E. Adams, The Use of the Rod & the Staff: A Neglected Aspect of Shepherding, p.26
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We should be joyous in opposition when sharing God's word, in these days it means we're doing it right.
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