(1 Corinthians 5:1-7, 11-13 ESV) It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that is not tolerated even among pagans, for a man has his father's wife. And you are arrogant! Ought you not rather to mourn? Let him who has done this be removed from among you.… Continue reading Church Non-Membership is no Excuse for Not Disciplining an Abuser
Category: Unjust church responses
unhelpful responses by pastors and leaders, idolatry of marriage, Pharisaism, legalism, wolves in sheep’s clothing, church discipline misused, cult dynamics, Patriarchy
Guest Post From Hester: Defending the Fatherless (TBB)
Note From Jeff S: This is a re-blogged post from Hester's blog, Scarlet Letters. While not directly about domestic abuse, Hester's blog contains a detailed criticism of the teachings of Vision Forum, many which reveal a very patriarchal view of family. This post addresses some of the teachings regarding how Vision Forum regards single mothers, and we… Continue reading Guest Post From Hester: Defending the Fatherless (TBB)