Not all clergy are myopic, but sometimes it sure seems that the established Church is about nothing but the "Church Establishment." Know what I mean? There always seem to be malcontents and control freaks in our midst who find it more important to seize political control of the church hierarchy or launch some witch-hunt for heretics rather than say, sharing the love and good news about God's grace and forgiveness. I recently stumbled upon the following Scripture. I hope it encourages you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus and not fear the squeaky wheels and the players and hypocrites.
"I urge you, brothers and sisters, to keep an eye on those who cause dissensions and offenses, in opposition to the teaching that you have learned; avoid them. For such people do not serve the Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the simple-minded." - Romans 16:17-18
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