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Restore Biblical Respect Between Pastors and Their Church Families — 4 Comments

  1. Pastor Earnhardt, thank you for your post about pastors. You responded to one of my posts awhile ago advising me not to get so discouraged that it interferes with my spiritual condition.
    It was about my concern for listening to a pastor's sermon who adds to the bible story or verses things that aren't to be found in any commentaries so it takes away from what scripture actually says, if you can get the idea of what I'm trying to say. It has happened so often that I don't attend services. I was staying away during COVID 19 and haven't returned since then. I have discussed a few of these issues with him, but he seemed to take offense. I believe in searching the scripture to make sure what I hear is "so" (true). I have been faithfully studying at home, tithe, prayer, Sabbath observance, etc.

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    • Hello, Tom, believe me, I understand where you are coming from. I'm dealing with a similar issue.

      But let's look at the reasons for church attendance: Do we go mainly to be "fed" by the preacher? (There are many other ways to get our spiritual food, and the Holy Spirit is the best Teacher when we prayerfully study the Scriptures.)

      For decades, I've seen the Sabbath School discussions as much more important than the preaching service. That's because in a well-led class, members can connect with one another. And we can provoke one another to deeper thinking. If your church does not have such a class, perhaps you can help out by attending a "dead" class and asking thought-provoking questions. If the "teacher" merely "answers" your question you can say, "I'd really like to hear what other class members have to say." Sometimes the teacher will actually be grateful to you. Other times, the teacher will be offended for your interrupting the lesson. Either way, I venture to guess that the class will be edified.

      What purpose for attending church is implied in Paul's admonition, not to neglect meeting together? (Heb. 10:25)

      [Note: William may reply, but he's currently out of reach.]

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      • Thank you, Inge,for your response. I enjoyed Sabbath School class so much and miss attending. I also taught Sabbath School on a rotating schedule.I haven't gotten out of the practice to thoroughly studying Sabbath School lessons as it helps me to grow spiritually. Each new quarter's lessons seem to be a new opportunity to get deeper into God's Word and love Him more!

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  2. This message is very timely. Respect is mutual and we should forbear with one another .These are very tough times and both the laity and clergy are struggling to create a good balance.

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