That is not the right way to judge Christian brothers. This is the lowest registration rate we will offer. To donate, click here. 9K views, 289 likes, 119 loves, 13 comments, 90 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Ligonier Ministries: The third and final day of our National Conference has come to a close. The Psalmist David used to pray for God to deal with his enemies, why dont people pray such prayers today? Soon, we will cut off everybody because everyone is connected to someone in a way. The Roys Report seeks to foster thoughtful and respectful dialogue. In the 1 minute video below, you will get a sense of the Ligonier conference and of the speakers who answered the following questions: I linked the Q&A video of this post below, while you watch it, you should see other videos of the conference nearby. How is this what you are doing??? NO ADS! Those include: The Providence of God; Serving God in the Digital Age; The Church in Africa; Discipling the Next Generation; Teaching the Truth. But based on my experience of attending a n umber of churches I have found that GCC and John MacArthur are the real deal and at no time have I ever heard him preach any sermon that wasnt 100% scriptual. Am I Right With God Pastor Patrick Hines sheeplywolves, By Faith Galatians 2:15-21 Pastor Patrick Ramsey, By Faith Galatians 2:15-21 Pastor Patrick Ramsey sheeplywolves, Not By Works Galatians 2:15-21 Pastor Patrick Ramsey. Since part of the abuse of this woman included public humiliation by MacArthur, is it unreasonable to expect him to take to the pulpit and express his remorse, if he has any? Also, any comments with profanity, name-calling, and/or a nasty tone will be deleted. It was a 3-day conference. Hi. A Conservative Christian Elder Board, to be most precise. Julies reporting is biblically sound. People, specially older people do get sick. He confessed to punishing too harshly with a belt and rod, striking his kids on the head and feet and not being appropriately dressed when he was with his daughter. Ligonier Ministries partners with Sovereign Tours, a Florida Seller of Travel #ST35876. **1 Cor 6:6 But brother goes to law against brother, and that before unbelievers! I agree we are all sinners and I agree I would not want my past exposed. I am praying for the new leadership of Grace Community Church to stop fueling hate against women and other brethren. MacArthur, whos been a mainstay at the conference for decades, was slated to speak at Ligonier 2022, March 2426 in Orlando, Florida. Its a bit like serving up a five star Gourmet meal from a budget take-out food bento box. Its been readily apparent for many years that MacArthur is sick and should not be speaking anywhere that values truth, integrity, and godly character. Eileen Taylors 20-year-old self could never have imagined her life today. Any public rebuke was done in front of believers and were written to believers. Q4. I perceive that you are have been indoctrinated with a form of very unhealthy tribalism that is contrary to fundamental kingdom values. I know that John MacArthurs ministry has blessed me for 50 years I have grown in my walk with the Lord I do not worship Man, but I pray for my brothers and sisters in Christ we are all fallible,, and in need of grace. Rape your kids, beat your spouse, commit crimes, go to the cops. This is an ONGOING issue. Thats why these thing matter in his case. CITs: $50 for training + $80 / Week Base Rate. Sproul Jr. You have to realize at some point that God is in this grand illumination of corruption in the American Christian big business machine so HE can be truly honored and glorified. Unfortunately w Steve Lawson so entrenched in both MacArthur and Ligonier ministries I have to break from both. Dont forgettomorrow is the last day to save 50% on admission to the 2022 National Conference in Orlando. Guilty by association. **Rom 14:4 Who are you to judge anothers servant? And Phil is not a humble man either. I think of Matt 11, where Jesus rebukes cities taught the truth but didnt repent, telling them that they will suffer the wrath of God far worse than those who were wantonly sinful but untaught the Truth, because if they had known the truth they would have repented. The conference theme was Right Now Counts Forever. Attendees were often reminded that God is at work in everything, including the current moment, so that what we do in the present matters forever. Your tax-deductible gift helps our journalists report the truth and hold Christian leaders and organizations accountable. If Your Brother Sins Against You These allegations dont detract from his work in the slightest. The GCC website, under the About tab, has one webpage listing for Leadership and a different webpage listing (current) Elders with very little overlap. We need Julie Roys and more journalists like her! Q5. He admitted to locking them in the closet, dropping/dragging them. And he also lied and said that he was sick, when clearly he wasnt, because he went golfing. John, Phil and the likes all presume to be teachers. Works do not maintain salvation, but they are a sign to the believer that or she is saved, and seeing such undeniable change in a one of the ways unbelievers are attracted to the Savior. A premiere summer camp with excellent adventure and outdoor education nestled in the heart of the Laurel Highlands of Western Pennsylvania. 16:13). We see this is the third article this month youve found worth reading. If the NT was written today Im sure it would include that pedophiles and wife/child abusers and thieves should be handed over to law enforcement. And bigger picture, how many in authority operate. John MacArthur has pulled out of the Ligonier 2022 Conference. Quit picking on these guys! I understand this is an extreme example, but hopefully you see the problem here. He is human. Say something I dont agree with spirituality, sure lets go to the elders. 2022 National Conference: Upholding Christian Ethics 9,280 views Mar 20, 2021 222 Dislike Share Save Ligonier Ministries 447K subscribers The holy character of God is the absolute standard. It is not fair to assume that we know that for sure at this time. As we study the Apostles essential teachings on the character of God, we will be joyfully motivated to act on His Word and to live for His glory. And remember he and his wife were resting during their absence from the pulpit when it came out later that they actually had the Covid virus. National Conference Sep 21-23, 2023 Atlanta, GA General Registration The Sovereignty of God God is sovereign over all. Plumbing the depths of divine mercy in Ephesians 1, we will strive to better understand Gods unfolding plan of redemption and our place in it, helping us live each day to the praise of His glorious grace. The Roys Report is doing a unique and vital work exposing sin and lack of accountability in religious gatherings. Don't forgettomorrow is the last Stream all of the messages from last week's 2021 National Conference for free on Ligonier.org, the Ligonier app, and YouTube. [9] Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. Saturday, Dr. Steve Lawson posted a picture to Instagram of MacArthur , Steve Jones, and Lawson golfing. I agree with your view. You will meet these figures in ways you have never met them before. NO VIDEOS! We have transgender, LGBTQ, straight, single, married, divorced and cohabitating people. It didnt convict me John MacArthur did that all in his own so very sad. A Continuing Reformation Pittsburgh 2021 Conference - Ligonier Ministries Rather than a mere relic of the past, the Reformation is our future. I believe that church pastored by a team of CO-EQUAL teaching elders would prevent this kind of behavior exhibited by the one and only pastor/teacher of Grace Community Church, John MacArthur. Adjectives must be preserved, even at the expensive of following Christs word to the letter. We want to plant seeds everywhere we can. And this is a pattern for him. John macarthur does not understand the difference between a believer and a disciple , nor the difference between justification and sanctification. At age 20, Eileen known to many by her previous, Hohn Cho, a lawyer and former elder at John MacArthurs Grace Community Church (GCC), accused the influential California megachurch of awful patterns. I thought there was only one God. That church is absolutely egregious on covering up a sexual predator, but the Lord will tell you that you should never help that wicked. We are CALLED and COMMANDED to expose those in the church are engaged in dishonorable and sinful activities as John MacArthur routinely does. It is not to be handled by elders in private and a decision abruptly announced by the lone pastor/teacher. It is despicable. I have faith in the teaching of Pastor John and can see there are constant attacks on his ministry to compromise the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Ligonier Conference 2021was titled Right Now Counts Forever. 2) Why did not the church report the attempted murder, yes that is what he confessed to in writing, to the police. [40:30 48m], https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMuLTFOGPx8. Since Ligonier emphasizes the importance of the local church . [10] But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. I know I am saved by Grace alone. The fact that the illness is in question pretty much proves the point. On Monday, January 18, we hosted our 2021 Winter Conference, Everyone's a Theologian, at Saint Andrew's Chapel and on the RBC campus in Central Florida. This article was shared on Facebook 1.1K times, so clearly many agree with its newsworthiness. You believe that the charges against Ravi Zacharias were petty and his victims hate God? Enjoy these highlights. Opinion: John MacArthurs Church Let Her Down. Is the fact that MacArthur missing a conference really newsworthy? Is that what your sharing that Julie might find out about you? Gods got this! JM, even though hes got poor taste in watches (understated is best: Patek Phillippe Calatrava, for instance, can be had quite cheaply), he is not a leader and should tell his congregation so: he is a servant of the church, as are we all. You are just Christian or you are not. If you do not have time to hear the entire 48 minute video, then I highly recommend hearing Q6 How would you counsel someone who struggles with unbelief / doubt [who lacks assurance]? 13:8). Isnt a pastor a mandatory reporter by law. Read More. Real simple. Since the Lord does not change in turbulent times, we must live courageously and without compromise for His eternal truth. What is the future of reformed theology? Best Discount Code. In a statement released by Ligonier Ministries on Monday, the organization said the younger Sproul was removing himself from ministry for "personal reasons" but made no mention of his arrest. It is sad, but this isnt looking good for anyone involved, especially believers. The Ligonier app allows you to: Log in to access your purchased teaching series and conference messages Download audio messages for offline playback Cast video and audio to connected. 5) If John or his ministry does not respond then it will wrongly fall to his peers to awkwardly be targeted. Point blank, period, end of discussion. There is no end to the blessings that are ours in Jesus Christ. Blessed in Christ Detroit 2021 Conference - Ligonier Ministries There is no end to the blessings that are ours in Jesus Christ. We are to hold one another accountable privately and publicly but within the church. John MacArthur doesnt owe anyone an explanation of what or why he decides what is best for him and his family as well as what is best for his church family. The Bible is explicit in what qualities and qualifications a preacher must have. God bless you Julie, for exposing John Maccarthurs hippocrisy. John MacArthur (March-20-2021) Watch Sermon: We all Need to Know this Truth. Our Lord Jesus Christ will have the last word concerning this matter. Did you assume you were being told the truth about resting for the conference when he had covid? Do you know of a conference or similar gathering where Cadets should exhibit or promote our ministry? Thats why churches must prayerfully and carefully seek to have and maintain a regenerate membership. Yes, he is too accountable. To pretty much assume that it is an excuse may well be jumping to false conclusions. You know, it is certainly possible that he is indeed sick. Knowing all that has been done for us in union with Christ, we can more clearly see how the gospel informs every aspect of our lives, directing us to serve the Lord faithfully today. Be among the first to get R.C. Ligoniers Teaching Fellows and other ministry leaders serve as your guides as you explore these important sites. Fix that problem! I love him and his great skills as an Expositor, and I respect him for that, but he needs to come clean on these matters. This was alarming due to the recently exposed heretical teachings espoused by First Baptist. I am convinced that the problem we have is two fold: 1. Have you read the affidavit of another pastor who heard the tapes of these counseling sessions and verified Eileens account? (Brad Schoolfield) Recently, news broke that Ligonier Ministries scheduled their 2022 National Conference at First Baptist Orlando, which concludes this weekend. With our glorious future in view, Christians do not have less of a stake in the present, but infinitely more. All of this is spinning out of control, w/everyones comments & personal opinions. Joyce, Jesus made the pattern very clear. Joyce, have you read Julies articles? Live from Pittsburgh, watch our t. Founded in 1914 as an interdenominational ministry of the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh, LCCC has a long history of ministry reaching campers across the United States and abroad. Opinion: What is Revivaland is it Happening at Asbury? John MacArthur is very good at exposing the sins of others, but he doesnt do well when its time to expose his own Sins! Are we so deceived by men that we find it impossible for John to need to be in need of correction? Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Our 2021 Winter Conference, commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of Ligonier Ministries, will celebrate Dr. Sproul's life and legacy, examining the central themes he proclaimed as he strove to help every Christian become a better theologian. All these gotcha websites, some of it is good and healthy, but some of it is just digging and digging. Phils response is certainly not biblical and nowhere close to being christian. Not only does she have the heart for doing good journalism. 0:00 / 47:27 Introduction Questions & Answers with Kim, Lawson, MacArthur, and Nichols Ligonier Ministries 553K subscribers Subscribe 300K views 1 year ago #ligcon A questions and answers. "You are the Ligonier story." As we entered our fiftieth year of ministry in 2021, that's what I shared with some of our ministry friends. If you should want to look at the video titles of all the events of the conference, just search Ligonier Conference 2021 and they will be listed. For someone who believe that their action were right and just, they sure dont seem to be very forthcoming with an explanation. Give a gift of $30 or more to The Roys Report this month, and you will receive Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys. We urge you to sign upto receive our FREE need to read articles. The Q & A portion of the conference would be a snake pit to navigate right now. You may as well say to a Christian policeman that he cant arrest anyone, in case the suspect turns out that they are Christian or claims to be. On March 18-20, 2021, Ligonier Ministries hosted its 2021 National Conference, celebrating fifty years since the ministry's founding. 1 Peter 5:8-11 NKJV It means that these believers use The Bible to align with their views and prejudices, which takes precedence; they dont deny themselves to follow Christ. The lack of journalistic integrity is on display on this site. Relay Worship Conference Bowling Green, Kentucky February 18, 2023 Relay Worship Conference Worship Northwest Keizer, Oregon February 23 - 25, 2023 Worship Northwest Angeles Worship Summit Azusa, California February 25, 2023 Angeles Worship Summit Prophetic Worship Summit Austin, Texas March 3 - 5, 2023 Prophetic Worship Summit MacArthur does not know the verse, it says: Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him and said to King Jehoshaphat, Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the Lord and so bring wrath on yourself from the Lord? (2 Chronicles 19:2). Christs apostle Paul did not instruct, let her remain shamed away from the church.. Sproul and Ligonier in their lives. You are blessed to expose the charlatans of the church like MacArthur. Who are you that you think he owes anybody repentance except for Christ himself. You use 1 Tim 5:20 as justification to take these matters public, but come on, we both know when it says everyone it is in the context of everyone in the church not the world at large. I say, keep workin and knock yourselves out. His inability to admit he was wrong and reach out to the victims in this case should rightfully be called out.. Now about your sins that may or may not need the police to review!!!! Lordship salvation is the gospel of John macarthur and it is a false gospel different from the gospel of grace the apostles preached and the gospel that the reformers believed in (faith alone). We can certainly learn from reading and studying. The examples you use in scripture do not support or justify how you do your reporting. (Ive read other reports where photos of unrelated people (as students in school and now pastors) lambasted for offering to babysit. Nice try Tom. Christianity is a faith that must be put into practice. B/c something is reported or judged, doesnt mean its fact. I really dont know the whole story and neither do you! On these tours, youll have time with these trusted teachers over a meal or at the sites along the journey. Get new articles and breaking news delivered to your inbox. How can one grow in the fear of God and decrease in the fear of man? **Gal 5:15 But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another! Sounds to me like youre a God hater? But dont say that we dont know the story. Tim Sykes who gives you the ability to believe. 1) I was shocked the wife tried to formally withdraw from Grace To You church in writing they said they literally would not let her withdraw. Because John MacArthur is a Pastor, Teacher, Expositor, he is absolutely MORE accountable than anyone to give an explanation/apology especially on the magnitude of this issue with the Grays and what he did to Eileen Gray specifically. You know what you know, but youre in trouble if you think you know what you dont know . Sitting at the table of fools seems to be a mainstay at GCC. You can literally walk in the footsteps of our heroes of the past, of Luther, of Calvin, of Jonathan Edwards. Julie, I know you believe it is right, but all the scriptures you use to justify your type of reporting is not in context with the scriptures. Im not a follower of JM, but Im also not one to creat news where there is no news. It is wrong. The predator has groomed the elders elders and the congregation even before selecting the victims. The Bible wouldnt lay out the qualifications for preaching if it were not that important. How in the world would she do that if she is not a member of GCC? Now She is Standing in the Gap for Women. Staff members Steve Bootsma (Executive Director) and Russ Roozeboom (Marketing and Promotions Coordinator) traveled to Orlando, Florida to represent the Cadets ministry, plant seeds, and make connections that will help Cadets grow. Coddling a convicted wife and child abuser is beyond words. It is the last week to save with the early-bird rate, so secure your. GCC was given his confession. Gray admitted that he beat his kids on the heads and feet with a rod and belt, with his knee on their backs! Ligonier 2021 Pittsburgh Conference. I wonder how Phil and Justin are gonna spin this? The more you study your Bible, the more you will come to appreciate such pastors. Ligonier Ministries 421 Ligonier Ct Sanford, FL 32771 Telephone Number: +1 (800) 435-4343 Email Address: info@ligonier.org. The difference is I can ask for forgiveness and repent of my ways. Although God saves His people through faith alone in Christ alone, that faith never remains alone. Must a person forsake his sins to come to Christ? If you cannot hold a pastor/teacher accountable here, and call him to repentance, when can you? [11] To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, let him be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector. Christian Rocker Posts Stunning Response to Recent Apostasy of Christian Leaders, Chicago Radio Host & a Former Bodyguard Say James MacDonald Asked Them to Arrange Murders, James MacDonald Took Millions from Harvest & Now Demands Broadcast Ministry, Mancow Airs Shocking Comments By James MacDonald: My Response. . Think what you want, I choose to keep my eyes on my Lord and get my truth from the living Gods Book about man and information that actually corresponds to reality. The world around us is constantly changing, yet Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever (Heb. When Moses spoke with God, was that a real manifestation of God or what? As you seem so keen for Christians to hold one another accountable, why didnt GCC hold criminal abuser David Grays accountable? Precisely. If we all used the hey, we all sin! She also has the training. Have you read the hand written confession David Gray gave to GCC? 3) I am disgusted by Phil Johnsons description of Julie Roys and her reporting. The cancellation comes after revelations that MacArthur had apparently promoted a convicted child abuser and shamed the abuser's wife. Nor is all of the facts presented in the original report. Shared with Public Follow Like the prophet Isaiah, we need cleansing in order to dwell with God in His supreme holiness. I think Roys report did a pretty precise job of explaining the situationyou could always talk to David Gray, who is STILL LOCKED UP AND PAROLE DENIED!!!! Sprouls Life and Ministry, Panel Discussion: Preaching and Pastoral Ministry, Panel Discussion: Discipling the Next Generation, Interview: The Necessity of Reforming the Church, Interview: The Institute for Expository Preaching, Stream for Free: Right Now Counts Forever. You will also have rich times of fellowship with your fellow travelers, meeting kindred spirits and making friendships. As was pointed out in this Roy report! Ligonier Camp and Conference Center is a Christian outdoor adventure summer camp and retreat center located in the beautiful Laurel Highlands of western Pennsylvania. A ministry of the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh since 1914. So unless youre one of the victims you dont have anything tosay that would be factual about the case. Who Will Pay for the SBCs Abuse Reforms Over the Long Term? What is the Westminster Confession of Faith? The Q&A panel discussion of this post is from day 3. On September 18, 2021, Ligonier Ministries and RBC hosted Always Ready, a one-day apologetics youth conference to provide an overview of key issues in apologetics and give answers to some of the most common attacks on the Christian faith. All your examples in The case for Christian investigative reporting are always in the context of the church. You are a follower of a cult leader. He answered Julie very disrespectful when she reported on Macarthurs homes. I was thinking the same thing. It seems that you do. Ligonier Conference Series with J. Ligon Duncan The Invisible Church Discovering Deuteronomy Learn More Renewing Your Mind Minute with R.C. Over the last ten years, listeners of Renewing Your Mind have been greeted each day by the friendly voice of Lee Webb. on Q&A from Ligonier Conference 2021, Right Now Counts Forever, Day 3, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Man-Centered spirituality (modern false gospel, etc. Live from our National Conference, John MacArthur speaks on the eternal significance of God's holiness and how He has made His people holy in Christ. There is a question of whos work? May the consequences of his actions draw him closer to the Lord in full repentance and even thank God that he was stopped. EXCLUSIVE: John MacArthur Shamed, Excommunicated Mother for Refusing to Take Back Child Abuser, Days-long Revival Sweeping Asbury University in Kentucky, EXCLUSIVE: John MacArthur Covered Up Pastors Sexual Abuse, Witnesses Say, EXCLUSIVE: John MacArthurs Church Supported Convicted Child Abuser & Pedophile, Records Show, Dante Bowe Posts, Then Removes, Apology for Behavior Causing Split with Maverick City Music, Matt Chandler Steps Aside After Admitting Inappropriate Online Relationship, John MacArthur Pulls Out of Ligonier Conference, Pastor Resigns From Houston Megachurch After Admitting Affair, Televangelist Creflo Dollar Renounces Past Teachings on Tithing, But Questions Persist. With training in behavioral disorders (especially narcissist behavior disorders), Im not going to jump on the bandwagon here. May God bless all his children as we all seek his face! The result is that they become Satans buddies, by being in and of the world to the point that they believe whatever they want to believe, distorting Christs character, which might well be known to them rather than being ignorant of it, and they develop a denial based cult like mentality, which becomes pride-filled, disrespectful of the law, macho and deeply conservative above and beyond being Christlike. Have you seen the email that went out to the church asking people to give money to his defense? Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him stand. Because I believe there is way more to the story than what is being told. Its the 21st century. Friday morning, The Roys Report noticed that MacArthur had been removed from the conference website and tweeted about the discovery. Ligonier Tours brings the past to life, they serve to encourage us as disciples in our own day, and they offer us reminders that we are not alone, but that we are on our pilgrim journey together. When a mainstay at a conference suddenly pulls out of the conference in the wake of controversy, yes, that is newsworthy, especially when the person is a celebrity. Saturday, 20 March 2021 00:41. 2021 National Conference: Day Three Ligonier Ministries 550K subscribers Subscribe 1.3K 236K views Streamed 1 year ago With our glorious future in view, Christians do not have less of a stake.
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