Shepherds or Bullies? Confronting Abuse in Pentecostal Leadership - EP65

No one likes a bully. Why? Because they are mean! And hurtful…and scary! So why in the world would the pastor of a Christian church act like a classic bully?! Aren’t pastors supposed to be shepherds? Furthermore, shouldn’t shepherds emulate the Good Shepherd? Many times, the character, speech, and treatment delivered across the church pulpit today is that of a tyrant rather than a humble servant. Today’s episode is a reminder that Jesus didn’t lead with a heavy hand. He exemplified love and a servant’s heart for His flock.  I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. John 10:11 ESV Last Week:  Dread Over Hope: Using End Times Fear To Manipulate - EP64 Playlists: Examining Pentecostalism The Church Building Holiness Standards Podcast Playlist⁠ - Youtube Show Links: A Dangerous Place In Church - Ep12 Josh Herring - “notify your face” Joel Holmes - “wake up precious saints” Laird Sillimon - “shame on you” Myles Young - “punch your neighbor” Josh Herring - “this is good pastoring” Josh Carson - “get outta your pew” Connect with us! ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://graceescapepod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send us an email!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram