Have you heard the 'rule' that we must obey church leaders? Have you been told to submit to church elders? This post was updated January 2026. What is the basis for this 'rule' that you, as a professing Christian, must (must) obey church elders? Definition of terms....so we all start on the same page. I'm… Continue reading What is the basis for saying Christians must obey church elders?
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A Rape on the Subway — by Jessica Fore
Jessica Fore's latest post is A Rape on the Subway. It starts with a parable about how bystanders often respond poorly to victims of abuse, and then Jessica explains how Christians and churches ought to respond to victims of abuse. We won't re-publish it here as we are hoping you will click on the link and read… Continue reading A Rape on the Subway — by Jessica Fore