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NASB | Romans 1:18 ¶ For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 1:18 ¶ For [God does not overlook sin and] the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who in their wickedness suppress and stifle the truth, |
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Bible Note: Counterview.................................... Greetings Schwartzkm! Concerning your perspective on the church and seminary, I don't think the problem is seminary. The problem (in my opinion) is that the Church has developed a fortress mentality over the years. Pastors and laypeople alike (in general) open the doors and expect unbelievers to come to them. While I was pastoring, I constantly tried to get the Church out of the building. But, it was a constant struggle. Currently, I am working with small groups, which I think is a wonderful way to meet the world where they are. Now, maybe colleges and seminaries need to do a better job at articulating some stratigies for reaching out, but their primary job is to equip people. Those who have been equipped then have the responsiblity to use that training. In fairness to your pastor (though I don't know him), pastoring is more than just evangelism. It is probably harder for a pastor to evangelize than almost anyone else. People just aren't themselves around you when they find out you are a pastor and they don't really hear what you have to say because you get paid to say it. So, while I believe pastors must be examples and actively engaged in evangelism, their primary responsibility is to equip the saints for ministry. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |