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NASB | Isaiah 56:10 His watchmen are blind, All of them know nothing. All of them are mute dogs unable to bark, Dreamers lying down, who love to slumber; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Isaiah 56:10 Israel's watchmen are blind, They are all without knowledge. They are all mute dogs, they cannot bark; Panting, lying down, they love to slumber. |
Bible Question:
What does the bible say about leadership/authority? Example: Under the leadership of someone who is not living a Godly life such as a pastor's wife, etc. |
Bible Answer: It's a tough one,I mean to be under such authrity. A few months ago I was in a simular situation. So, being that I was married and my husband wanted to stay. I didn't feel my pastor's ugodly behavior was worth quarreling over with my husband, and causing marrital division. So I prayed for my husband to see the truth. He did, and we left after 17 years. I confronted the pastor, it didn't seem to do any good. I felt I had exausted what I was to do. Then we were called to another church. I was supprised how this church fit better. But again, God knew better than I, what was best. Hebrews 13:7 Remember those who rule over you, who have spoken the word of God to you,whose faith follow, considering the outcome of their conduct. Many would say this means; thank the people who have ministered to you. And watch what they are blessed with. But I think God was giving us a warning, if needed. Because in the next verse Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. The warning part I would say: if the ones over you are preaching any thing but Christ, you will know by there fruit. The way they live will catch-up with them. Just as Jesus said, do as the Pharisees say, not as they do. In your situation I would ponder this thought: you will be judged by what you put over you. In the garden of eden the first act of being judged by -what you put over yourself happened. This is how: God said you can have anything in the garden except don't take of this tree-the tree of good and evil. Of course the serpant Satin convinced Eve and Adam by lies to eat it. Now as soon as they ate the forbidden fruit, they were considered followers of Satan. Why was that? Beleif is the truest form of worship. That is why you cannot please God with unbelief. You either believe God, or you don't. And if you are not believing God who are you believing? First you are believing a lie. Who is the father of lies? Satan! Who then did they put over themselves? Who did they believe? I'm not saying because the pastors wife is living a life of sin you will be judged as she. But I would think about praying for the sinner,and whoever else is involved. If the sin was done against you, forgive them. Remember: you will be forgiven as you forgive those who trespass against you. Vengance is mine saith the Lord...He dose not leave room for you to hold on to anything here. If your having trouble forgiving, ask for God's help. Scripture says, God cannot work in the situation until you give it up.God can't even start healing the injured untill forgiveness is given. Be careful, you will be judged by others, as you judge others. In a church enviroment we are to go and address the sinner 1 to 1. Remember we are to do all things in love. If that doesn't work bring another from church with you. Then if the situation continues bring it to the board. If things don't change then look the rest up in the scriptures. I seem to not be able to find the exact scripture. Sorry. If the pastor is aware of his wives sin, and your sure it is not something he agrees with. Pray for him and his family. God works things for the good of those who love Him. But, if the pastor defends his wive's sin, as not being sin. And you know it is. I'd question-do I think I will be taught the truth by this man. When in marrital problems sometimes we are blind. I think pastors are no different. But after a time we all have to face the truth. Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to minister to you. Do all that is said in the word,pray for peace and follow it in your decision making |
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