Subject: Purpose Driven Life? |
Bible Note: Greetings Norrie! Actually, I'm Nazarene! But, I have family who are Baptist, if that counts! :-) Concerning your rebellion, have you considered that every class if told what they are going to study? I'm sure that you have some sort of leadership structure for your Sunday School department, right? I'm sure that the leadership of both the church board and the teaching ministries of the church must have been involved in this decision, right? Here is where Satan can cause so many problems. This isn't a moral issue or a doctrinal issue. It is an issue of preference and style. But, you are allowing Satan to foster a spirit of rebellion over it. I would strongly encourage you to talk to the leadership of your church and find out why they are doing this study. Perhaps, after consulting with them, your attitude toward it might be different. However, whether you ultimately agree with their decision or not, you do have a responsibility to submit to the leaders God has appointed for your congregation. As I said previously, I haven't read this particular book, but I have been exposed to Rick Warren's preaching and writings. They have also blessed me tremendously. It may be that you are allowing yourself to be robbed of a blessing my friend! :-) I know that I think the book 'Purpose Driven Church' should be mandatory reading for every new church board! ;-) I pray God's richest blessings upon you and your congregation! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |