General Articles
Spiritual Authority Series #3: A Deeper Look into Watchman Nee’s Spiritual Authority.
As mentioned in our previous article, I believe Watchman Nee’s work on Spiritual Authority has played a pivotal role in specific contexts of the Pentecostal community regarding spiritual authority. Depending on one’s community and contextual background, the...
Spiritual Authority Series #2: The Role of Watchman Nee
In specific contexts of the Pentecostal community, discussing a theology of Spiritual Authority is only possible by bringing the work of Watchman Nee on Spiritual Authority into the mix. Little is known about Watchman Nee and the rapid development of his Christian...
Spiritual Authority Series #1: Anecdotes and Authority
Suppose you are on the frontline of pastoral ministry. In that case, I’m sure you have either become the target of or have seen the various deconstructed attacks on principles of spiritual authority. Many of these attacks can seem to cherry-pick what is often...
When the Wrong Spirit Uses the Right Scripture
Let's start with a scenario. Imagine an individual attending a church. In one service, someone in leadership said something neither wise nor appropriate to this individual. This individual was hurt, and rightfully so, and they left the service seething. All they could...
Church Attendance: Does it Matter?
Does church attendance matter? Let’s take a quick look.
What is a Pastoral Preference?
We hear the words often, sometimes in the favorable and others in the negative: pastoral preference. Are they right? Can a local pastor have them? Can a local pastor expect them to be respected and honored? These are great questions that I believe merit a balanced...