We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Thought Provoking


Jesus and the apostles never wore special robes to represent themselves as clergy.
Yes, he had a tunic woven from a single piece of cloth. But let's not pretend that it had a little white bit in the middle of a black color or that he wore some elaborate, pointy hat that only he was allowed to wear.
Clergy clothing is an accretion and one that seems unhealthy (note I did not say "evil").
One can make analogies about Old Testament priests and their clothes but this only underscores my point, for we are ALL priests and trying to make such distinctions in the body of Christ base on an Old Covenant distinction that doesn't exist in Christ only shows that the priesthood of all believers is made less clear through clergy clothes.

Mike Winger, 10/7/24, Facebook

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