tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2736720231951988221.post5287191215082094147..comments2023-10-07T04:07:56.527-04:00Comments on The End Time: How to Do Online Discernment Ministry, part 2Elizabeth Pratahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04341086233512507156noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2736720231951988221.post-56759853956337266612018-04-05T18:10:27.688-04:002018-04-05T18:10:27.688-04:00Some good thoughts. I especially appreciate your ...Some good thoughts. I especially appreciate your care to look at primary sources. That is a very important step in getting to the bottom of whether there's actually substance to the claims.<br /><br />However, when an issue with a ministry or leader is well documented, with substantial evidence, that needs to be taken seriously, especially because we have the world watching us, and they see our representation of Christ. Sadly we can be as guilty as the world of holding up well-known, church members as idols. The word says those who are teachers are held to a higher, not lower, standard of accountability. However, like you said, I am saying the same thing: we need well documented, substantial evidence, before we respond. <br /><br />Anyhow, your final note - about ministries that are perpetually angry - well said. We should not rely on discernment ministry marked by constant anger, harshness, snark, etc. I'd add one more thought to this - it's a very good witness to publicly apologize for these behaviors if one is exhibiting them! That takes courage and integrity of character. <br /><br />Your conclusion (final paragraph) is a great quick reference.<br /><br />Nicely done.<br /><br />-CarolynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com