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July 21, 2016 David Murray 0 comments

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Eight Warning Signs of a Bully Church Member | ThomRainer.com
Thom responds to the following question:

“Thom, I am currently encountering a bully church member. He wants me fired. I didn’t see it coming. How can we be warned about potential bullies before they inflict the most damage?”

Does a Husband have the Authority? | Mary Kassian: Girls Gone Wise
Here’s a thought-provoking post that challenges a few stereotypes:

“According to the Bible, a wife’s submission is her choice alone. A husband does not have the right to force or coerce her to do things against her will. He does not have the right to domineer. He does not have the right to pull rank and use strong-arm tactics. He does not have the right to make his wife submit. No. According to the author of our faith, it must not be like that among us!”

When We Say, “I Forgive You” | Gentle Reformation
This is excellent:

“When we really dig into Scripture’s teaching on forgiveness, we find that it stretches and challenges us, forcing us into the uncomfortable territory of being more like Jesus. Without further ado, taking our cues from God’s Word and God’s forgiveness, here’s what we should mean when we say “I forgive you…”

A Normal Parent’s Guide To Homeschooling | Lifehacker
A non-Christian take on homeschooling.

Help! My Congregation Struggles With My Preaching | Gentle Reformation
Kyle Borg asks, “What should I do if my congregation is struggling with my preaching?” He then offers a number of helpful attitudes to adopt.

Why We Don’t Punish Our Kids | TGC
“The next time an offense is committed in your home, remember how your Father treats you when you sin. Address it head on, but don’t neglect the heart. Pursue relationship. Remember that you’ve been entrusted with the care-giving staff of a shepherd, not the gavel of a judge.”

Sunday Women: Being in Ministry Saved My Marriage
“I also know firsthand the privilege of a ministry marriage. And I worry that an endless litany of blame-the-ministry could cause faithful pastors and their wives to view the local church as their marriage’s enemy rather than its best ally.”

Fighting for Holiness Under Fire | The Christward Collective
“Though the trials we face will vary greatly from person to person and season to season, we must learn to recognize those that are common to all people in order to withstand them. Here are a few of the temptations that suffering believers commonly face:”