Yesterday, I stumbled over an excellent article about the art of making good apologies plus how to recognize non-apologies. The article is: “How to Recognize—and Respond to—a Fake Apology: Before accepting an apology, you first have to determine if it’s genuine.” By Molly Howes, Ph.D. I recommend reading it. This both helps in spotting manipulations … Continue reading “A real apology or a real manipulation?”
Spiritually Dangerous!
“But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars–they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death.” -Revelations 21:8, NIV (emphasis mine) What if pastors led with this verse from Jesus to cheaters as opposed … Continue reading “Spiritually Dangerous!”
Unjust! Laura Lentz reportedly fired along with cheater husband Carl Lentz.
Now, unnamed sources tell the Sun that Laura was let go by Hillsong, reportedly because “if a married couple both work at the church and one of them is terminated, they both will be fired immediately.” -“Carl Lentz’s wife, Laura, reportedly fired from Hillsong amid scandal” by Lauren Steussy This is unjust. The husband cheats, and insult … Continue reading “Unjust! Laura Lentz reportedly fired along with cheater husband Carl Lentz.”
Adultery or Clergy Sexual Abuse?
2 And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that David arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the king’s house: and from the roof he saw a woman washing herself; and the woman was very beautiful to look upon. 3 And David sent and enquired after the woman. And one said, “Is … Continue reading “Adultery or Clergy Sexual Abuse?”
Carl Lentz Story Much Worse!
Disgraced, former Hillsong pastor, Carl Lentz, was allegedly involved in committing adultery for years! In fact, I probably would rather categorize these relationships as Clergy Sexual Abuse as he is alleged to have been sleeping with members of his own church since 2017! This is ugly. All of this demonstrates why “Taking Adultery Seriously” remains … Continue reading “Carl Lentz Story Much Worse!”
Why DM keeps blogging
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. -2 Corinthians 1:3-4, NIV Cheating combined with spiritual abuse is a … Continue reading “Why DM keeps blogging”
Confrontation takes real courage!
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” -Joshua 1:9, NIV When marital infidelity is discovered, it takes a great amount of courage to confront. The first confrontation is NOT with the cheater, though. … Continue reading “Confrontation takes real courage!”
Evil recognizes God in us!
When he saw Jesus from a distance, he ran and fell on his knees in front of him. He shouted at the top of his voice, “What do you want with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? In God’s name don’t torture me!” -Mark 5:6-7, NIV Serious spiritual dimensions are at play in adultery situations. Some … Continue reading “Evil recognizes God in us!”
Hillsong Pastor (no more) Carl Lentz cheated on spouse
“I was unfaithful in my marriage, the most important relationship in my life and held accountable for that. This failure is on me, and me alone and I take full responsibility for my actions.” -Carl Lentz on his Instagram Recently, Carl Lentz was fired from his position as pastor of Hillsong Church on the East … Continue reading “Hillsong Pastor (no more) Carl Lentz cheated on spouse”
“Right” belief does not always mean the person is “right” with God
A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he … Continue reading ““Right” belief does not always mean the person is “right” with God”