In my book Not Under Bondage [Affiliate link], I followed the common assumption that "take it to the church" in Matthew 18:16 means taking it to the elders. But Matthew 18 does not specify the church leadership, it only says “take it to the church”. Last year I witnessed a Matthew 18 process which involved more Christians… Continue reading The Matthew 18 process — is it just the province of the church Elders?
Author: Barbara Roberts
Author of "Not Under Bondage: Biblical Divorce for Abuse, Adultery and Desertion". cryingoutforjustice.blog.
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I was bitten by a dog — a guest post by Still Scared But Getting Angry
I am a dyed-in-wool animal lover. I have always loved animals and never been afraid of them. My dad and uncle, who had done some pre-vet studies in college and worked around animals had taught me well how to be around dogs, approach them safely, train them, etc. I volunteer with an animal rescue organization… Continue reading I was bitten by a dog — a guest post by Still Scared But Getting Angry