“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!”
Category: Trauma of adultery
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?”
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!”
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”
Cheater-Supporter-Speak: “Sin is sin.”
“Sin is sin.” – Christian Minimizing Adultery This is a saying that cheater apologists use to guilt faithful spouses into taking back their cheater. It is a minimization of adultery. Saying, “Sin is sin” is as stupid as saying, “A crime is a crime” then suggesting we should put speeders on the electric chair just … Continue reading “Cheater-Supporter-Speak: “Sin is sin.””
Heavy Lifting
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. -Psalm 139:14, KJV One of my hobbies is powerlifting. I have been lifting weights for over two decades. In high school, I never would have thought someone could bench press 500 pounds. That seemed … Continue reading “Heavy Lifting”
A “friend” like Job’s
After the Lord had finished speaking to Job, he said to Eliphaz the Temanite: “I am angry with you and your two friends, for you have not spoken accurately about me….” -Job 42:7a, NLT THAT “friend” said all sort of things to you… …they were inaccurate about God (and you) just like Job’s friends. Sometimes this is … Continue reading “A “friend” like Job’s”