And if they refuse to see that these guys are nothing more than carnival barkers and mountebanks? It has reference to one who is seen as a care giver, or guardian for the church. Thanks so much for passing on much needed information. If not, he served as an elder when he wasnt one and we call that a fraud, And there were boatloads of frauds on those elder boards, How do I know? elastigirl: this is because the powerbrokers have the mic, Reminds me of something an old saint whispered to me on our way out of a contentious church business meeting You shouldnt give the devil the microphone., elastigirl: the powerbrokers have everyone brainwashed that the institution is too big to fail. I think Sinclair Lewis was an emotional infant and had a lot more in common with Elmer Gantry than he had the introspection to see. This will always happen, there is no way to avoid it. The bear was later seen using the gun to defend itself against local mice and rabbits., PASTOR has to Keep Up With The (Paige) Pattersons, you know. Thats why Im asking LLS (and Ken/Tweed, if he wants) how do these worship men, not God structures ever have any mechanisms at all to keep from going wildly off the rails? So, as you imply, in their heart of hearts they dont really give a big hoot about reading the precious words in red, let alone the rest of Scripture. Is anonymous code for little people or pew peons? In case this has escaped your awareness, most folks on TWW have experienced abuse in churches. Announcements. As God himself never forces anyone to believe in him, or acknowledge the Truth, we cannot expect to be able to persuade others to see what, to us, seems so obvious. There was a letter by Dean Butters that was leaked this past week. Yowzers, you have me stumped. The restoration of truth is the one thing that brings healing. Because he met the qualifications for eldership? There is no believing without proof. FOR WITHOUT THEM ONE CANNOT SPEAK OF THE CHURCH. Vincent: It seems that this website is a place where nobodys can act in Gods place as judge and jury. Some of that was probably bad stuff that was always phony, that Im glad is gonebut Im sure some of it was good stuff that, far as I know, died years ago. Now if some pastor or group of elders is abusing people, then gloves off. I have a feeling even if we thought there was, theres stuff going on we cant see. It just completely sets things up for abusive situations. it is wrong. I share this for all who, like me, are overcome with new sadness, pain and loss amidst the HBC, Willow, Catholic church, ECFA, SBC, GFA, etc. I hate using this corporate example but if you have a CEO of your company who does not meet the qualifications for that job, what happens? If Paul was a rogue usurper, Luke was the co-conspirator who legitimized the takeover. Today, CBS Chicago featured Former Harvest Bible Chapel Members Want $72,000 In Donations Refunded, After Pastor James MacDonald Fired Their strong Christian beliefs led Scott and Marsha Thompson to volunteer at Harvest Bible Chapel, and donate more than $72,000 over the course of several years. i mean, do we actually believe what we say we believe? Is anonymous code for little people or pew peons? We simply interpret the words through a different filter. May you feel Gods presence and peace in the days ahead. SiteSeer: This is so very true! The fellowship network of about 120 churches, many of which still have Harvest in their name . They have acted like they dont believe that with no fear of God but payday is coming someday when they stand before their Creator. After six months exclusively online, we returned to in person services in September 2020. Mel Gibsons Passion of the Christ is one of the most GRAPHIC and INTENSE and VIOLENT art films ever made. Abigail: Moreover, that guy had the temerity to call out Peter at one point, at least by his own account. This is indeed the plan of Satan, IMO, but when you try to suggest such a thing you are usually scoffed at as a conspiracy theorist. Be imitators of God, as dearly loved children, and live a life of love, even as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us. At Harvest, the elders oversee the doctrine, direction, and discipline of the church. Conversational-type sermons, contemporary worship music, come-as-you-are. Whether its a yes-man or someone the lead guy has dirt on, its easy enough for these types to have a handful in pocket. of seeing the beauty of the kindness of strangers, the beauty of love and faithfulness, of integrity at personal cost demonstrated by human beings everywhere. As Law Prof noted, JMac is not your usual run-of-the-mill preacher he had an international stage he had thousands of followers he failed you, HBC, and the church at large he has disqualified himself from ministry. They all were making out pretty large with the tithes of people who thought they were giving to good causes. Walking in the light means not having to cover anything up and not belly aching when God Himself is the one shouting truth and revealing things from His Mountaintop. Nice list. Or maybe their model for doing church is wrong? His entire enterprise is being exposed as a fraud and a ripoff of the naive, yet he faces no repercussions inflicting so much spiritual, emotional and financial abuse. Why would anyone want to kill a magnificent creature like that? Many will say to Me on that day when I judge them, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, and driven out demons in Your name, and done many miracles in Your name? And then I will declare to them publicly, I never knew you; depart from Me, you are banished from My presence, you who act wickedly disregarding My commands. (Matthew 7:21-23). They deserve each other. It is designed to provide a worship experience for people in remote communities or for those who otherwise cannot join us live for the service. Not to say that we may not voluntarily partake of symbols and freely made offerings to God; but never again can any men or institutions demand that we submit to their demands or interpretations of How to be saved. GreekEpigraph: Thats why Im asking LLS (and Ken/Tweed, if he wants) how do these worship men, not God structures ever have any mechanisms at all to keep from going wildly off the rails? (As well as send a message to any possible Dissidents.) Or would they even care? Director Dallas Jenkins on the Goshen, Utah, set of "The Chosen" Season 2. Man if you are looking for a physical church to be perfected and wholly sanctified, by mere men, you will be disalusioned. We have partnered with Grace Theological Seminary and Chicago Partnership to move onward in equipping leaders to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They all seem to be on display at HBC. His LLC scheme was dreamed up because James announced that no new debt would be taken on until the $43M in debt was paid off in full. apostle-schmapostle. As another new, unforeseen door opened to bring Harvest to the Aurora area, 200 people from the Elgin Campus were sent south, opening as the Aurora Campus on January 23, 2011. He will spend years building a good rapport before gradually working toward his true agenda. It seems fairly common that if the truly informed Reformed do not return to their faith in a God who loves all men they eventually end up atheists. I can only imagine what was said as explanation, particularly as my spouse (still blindly loyal) remained much longer than I, until our children put up a united appeal to leave. Its not all of it, but its certainly a substantive portion. not covetous Those who are denied the biblical right of hearing have found that there is, at last, a place where they can be heard. Guys like you have no fear of God, and this is how this mess happened in the first place. Dallas Jenkins produced the independent feature Hometown Legend at the age of 25 and shepherded it to distribution by Warner Brothers. Both the Rolling Meadows and Elgin Campuses started food drives for the community to gather and distribute resources during the pandemic. I believe if Jesus was here today, He would be sitting around the campfire drinking beer with the boys! Max responding properly (thats all I will say). dont do anything just because you want to (that would be selfish) but wait until you hear from God. This all happens when we gather, grow and go together as followers of Jesus. Theres no edit function so it couldnt later be deleted. It sounds more like men puffing up their status among the brothers . I was at a Lenten service and helping with confirmation this evening. I am willing to bet that MacDonald has been on the horn with Driscoll to see how he transitioned to Scottsdale after Mars Hill imploded. As for J.D. Sunday services, weekly small groups, other events all give meaning to peoples lonely lives, and the rest is mostly fluff. Jimmy & Gateway Sr Lead Pastor Robert Morris are two of only three Elders over Mark Driscolls church. I dont know, if one follows Twitter, there are several who have commented that attended church with JMac in his youth, and they have nothing positive to say about him or his character from way back. Max: Friend: What bothers me about the megas is not just the bad theology and oppression, but the sheer size. In the history of the church, which is most seductive: money, sex, or power? When God leaves, it always becomes about something elseits amazing. I realize people are suffering from pain and confusion, but now is not the time to be silent. None of the Synoptic gospels have that same setup. Let the truth flow. It has been a comfort reading here (and at TED, Julie Roys, and other sites revealing the truth) of others who are working through this. I guess its all a matter of perspective. The first step for anyone who insists upon an institution with paid leaders (I would argue against such) is to limit those salaries to moderate living wages, in line with or less than what the majority of their members live with. It is atrocious that he is still able to live the life and spend the money as if nothing untoward ever happened. So be careful, dont shoot before you think. Not at all. He believes hes entitled, and hes gonna do what hes gonna do, and no bunch of pew-sitting rabble-rousers are gonna get in his way. And they swam out to each other through the swirling stream they came The big issue I have is with the idea that there is this one leader, a high office that this one guy occupies in a church called the pastor. Also little league and some other community services no charge. And I know I post too much. Dallas, however, prefers a different medium film. .. MIGHTILY. i look forward to chatting about it. We want proof, not opinion, so we can weed out the arrogance from others who believe they know best and will determine what the rest should think and believe. Founded in 1988, it has grown to seven campuses in the Chicago metropolitan area. Straight up, you need to rethink this. That brings me great joy, because sometimes I feel pretty alone in this wilderness. Please forgive me. And thats the cold, hard truth. Hours . If GP will cave to SBC outrage over a tweet in order to GET the contract, what else might they quietly cave on for the sake of KEEPING the contract or for getting the next one? No one is forced to read comments and subject themselves to more pain, however, that discussion could help others in dealing or confronting issues. By creating offices and appointing people to them, we actually kind of circumvent that innate wisdom, we say this here guy has the title, hes the one, even if hes actually all facade and no substance. In April of 2021, following an extensive search and urgent prayer, the Elders of Harvest Bible Chapel announced the new Lead Teaching Pastor to be Dr. Jeff Bucknam. Dallas Jenkins, Executive Director, Vertical Church Media at Harvest Bible Chapel, and son of Jerry Jenkins of Left Behind fame, tells stories for a living and shares insider info about producing and directing films at Harvest in this session of the Pro Church Podcast. The beat goes on until Jesus returns. dee: along with all the boys at SEBTS who dont want to leave the area so there are popup churches in every strip mall. Both Steve Carter and Jenkins waited for public outcry and then expressed their moral outrage. Reported that Camp Harvest lost over $200,000 in 2016. Otherwise, of course theyd have told us what was untrue. And the Christians who took Bibles and Tracts into the theaters for a little Soul-Winning(TM) after the movie had softened up the marks. I know we have to hunt to keep down the population of wild creatures, especially in areas where they dont have any natural predators, so they dont destroy the environment and/or starve. Spot on with your comment. RAWR!, I doubt that the facts will stop MacDonald from making an unrepentant comeback. The word contains with it a reference to age. +++++++++++++++++++. be in sin, Like it or not thats whats happening. He did this knowing that I was qualified for neither. I will reflect on your honesty and embrace the possibilities. Our staff and volunteer leaders cant wait to welcome your kids to our safe, secure, age-appropriate program. My Comment was Deleted hospitable Just Do. Sadly, it is not uncommon to find that in time of great loss, the church is not really there for them after all, that in case of health problems that make one unable to serve, they are quickly forgotten, that the great majority of those friendships have a tendency to evaporate or even turn to shunning if put to the test; that it was all a grand illusion, after all the time, effort and loyalty invested. Its life giving. Unless it was a danger to someone. not greedy for money not given to wine Unfortunate, but true. Hes earned his money, holy Im certainly not an Apostle chosen by the hand of Jesus as Paul was nor a prophet, or a son of a prophet. of good behaviour Those who did not succumb were pushed out. TS00: That community is you all, for whom I am so grateful! This is no different then the very worst of false teachers in 2019. But hundreds of others have similar testimony. This is even more understandable in our world of online abuse. I certainly have my doubts that Paul would be rejoicing over the likes of MacDonald, Hybels, Driscoll, and countless others who have taken advantage of the Body of Christ over the last 2,000 years. but now that theyre all in different places, what does each mean now? Then, Rick Donald, James MacDonald, and Elder Steve Huston worked to suppress them from the rest of the Elders. 3/2/2023 - 9:30am-11:30am. My name is on all my posts and frankly I find your whining annoying. Dallas failed to mention that Fred Adams, James MacDonald and Luke MacDonald were listed as Producers for one of his film projects. Since then, the output of Christ-adoring songs from various worship team members has continued to accelerate. But this just doesnt seem to fit. 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