Recently I received the following letter from a pastor; let’s all look this situation over, ponder it and pray over it, and think about what to do. Those of you who feel prompted, tell us what you think the pastor should do. I’ve edited slightly.
Scot…I just finished reading your chapter on John in The Jesus Creed. I’m wondering if you can give me some input in applying this.
I have a man in our church who has a long negative history with the Church (he’s been through a variety of churches). His response to his experiences is to set about writing his own book in which he points out all of the faults of Christians all over the place. In addition, he claims to receive “revelations” from God, and is certain that he has figured it all out. His approach is, “you prove that I’m wrong.” I have read his material and it is full of hurt, wounds and error from a orthodox context. He’s not at all orthodox.