Another suggestion..pastors should not look at the financial statement, showing which member is paying what. Many pastors don’t realize it but knowing who the tithers are and are not DOES affect how members are treated. He needs to remove that temptation completely!
Amen, and Amen!! I no longer attend this church I'm speaking about in this comment, I left in 2012, but the pastor of this very small church I attended for 2 1/2 years one Sunday while we had a few visitors pulled out a list, and began to angrily read off the names of the members who were tithing, and those who weren't during her sermon?? she began to chastise us saying we never do anything for her, and how she does everything for us?? she said one member (and gave the name of that individual) gave a dollar every week, and how in other words was really nothing, but she how took that dollar for her own personal use to buy her a tasty cake every week for lunch, and said, "but at least he gave something"?? and that was the last Sunday she saw me in that church, I left the church!! I already had alarms going off for a while, but was just making sure I was correct. I couldn't believe she done that, and she put it out there that she uses the money not for the church, but for her own personal use. She constantly threatened the congregation with the lie of if you don't tithe you will bring a curse not only on yourself, but also to the church. She kept record herself of who was giving, she told us that I believe to use it as a ploy, and as a instrument of control over the members to give. She gave special preference to those who gave, and who could contribute their time, blood, sweat, and tears while using their personal monetary resources to so call build the church, but in actuality was helping to build a business within the church which she now has for her own personal gain, and fame. O yea of little faith where is your faith declares the LORD? instead of her, the pastor trusting God as she was claiming to do, was instead wearing out the saints in the church to give give give! This is spiritual abuse! she has a strong love of money, and she is driven by it. I have never meant anyone like her in my life ever! controlling which is of witchcraft! she is now a chief apostle still being driven by money, and fame. Tithing is not for the church today, I was a faithful tither every since I gave my life to Jesus 20 years ago, but right before I left this church I began feeling burdened by tithing out of nowhere, I began seeking God about this, because I did not feel free in doing this anymore, and I didn't want to be disobedient to God, not man. I began speaking to God about the freedom that we are suppose to have as believers in Jesus Christ, but not understanding how a loving God would have us in bondage in sowing our money this way. I began searching the scriptures on tithing, and one day on TH-cam there it was, a video of someone who was against tithing in the church, wow! I thought I was the only one. I kept saying to myself everyone tithes, every church that I ever encountered tithes?? but just because we see people doing things especially in the church doesn't mean it is right, and permissible, we can see this in the book of Ezekiel of all find all kinds of things that many were doing both behind, and outside the doors of the temple that was not of God. I now understand that women according to the bible are not commissioned by God to be pastors as describe in the book of Timothy, but that a whole another video topic. Spiritual abuse is real in the church especially now where there is so much going on, however we don't have to be subjected to it, we can leave if we choose to do so, and no be bound what the leader of the church says, when we feel threatened, and abused we are to leave. and obey God, not man and their doctrines!
@@CesarD321 as we know today there are many women pastors, and at that time I was not as understanding as I am now about pastors. I did mention in my comment that I do not believe woman are suppose to pastor, they can preach the good news as ever believer ought to be doing, but as a church leader/pastor, NO.
As a pastor in ministry, I agree with each of the 7 points Allens is making in this video, especially his comment: "it is God's Word that changes lives." Great job Allen.
STOP THINKING THAT YOU OWN THE PEOPLE THAT COME TO YOUR CHURCH ⛪️!!!!! Hmmmmmm this is soooo true, some people stop talking to the people who leave their church. God richly bless you brother Allen .
@J Lau Assembly don’t mean a building made by hands we can assemble in other peoples home as Jesus did when he went to Lazarus home.we can preach under the big blue sky. Y’all got this all wrong. All my years I was going to church I was never able to change my life, the FATHER change me in a home not attending church we are the temple of the Most High a church is a building made by men hands.
And why was he so desperate to steal you away? Trying to build his business (church) that masquerades as a house of God? You should straighten him out and let him know that he shouldn't be pastoring or attending church buildings as the people are the true Church and God will not honor any denomination or building as the House of God if people are the Temple!
You know what? There are "pastors" who do this, but the key phrase in your statement is that when it was tried on you: "It didn't work." In the words of another great minister: "How do you steal a person? People go where they want to go!" At the end of the day, it's the sheep who are either gullible or "fair weather" or were simply looking for a possible outlet anyway, so they left because they wanted to. People who are happy at their churches stay--and they stay for years.
I found your channel accidentally when you were talking about Worship Leaders. I love it, thank you so much! My husband is the senior pastor at our church. Your teaching is completely clear and spoken in love with the word. Thank you!
Worship leaders show favoritism, and makenot about them instead of GOD, giving instructions as to their personal worshiping of OUR HOLY CREATOR/ LORD AND SAVIOR GOD THE FATHER & YASHUEA , THROUGH HIS HOLY-SPIRIT!
So many black folk treat church like a funeral. Hoopin, hollerin, runnin around screamin. They FEEL good but haven't learned much. Ask, " how was church and what was the sermon about"? Answer; " I don't know girl but pastor PREACHED today"!! We prefer preaching over teaching cuz one feels good and the other takes work. That's why so many of us won't ever miss a Sunday and will still cuss you out on Monday. LEARN something and move past just looking to feel something.
Why did you single out BLACK CHURCHES are you joking do you think things like that don't happen in different nationalities...white folks spinning around like hippies in a Woodstock concert claiming they in the spirit...Hispanics be speaking in false tongues and they be hoopin and hollin too😖🤨
The righteous branch of the house of David reminds us to praise ye the LORD ALL ye lands (everyone that has breath) so it may looks crazy to those who do not see praise AND worship as dual necessity. Worship without praise is like a virgin without oil
Amen!! So true on so many levels. Leaving a church is the biggest issue. SOME pastors make you feel so bad like you are committing a sin for moving on!!!
We should stop idol worshipping pastors. We should all be like the Bereans in Acts 17. They were eager to hear what the Apostle Paul had to say but they also would go back and fact check him in the scriptures.
Greetings, I am one of the leaders in a church here in Saigon, Vietnam. Thank you for your passionate, loving message. I jotted down 2 points that I need to pray about and address within our church ministry. Too complex to explain but thank you for the "shake on the shoulders." Praying for God to keep us focused on Gospel centered, loving ministry.
@@canamx399 Our Lord continues to build His church according to His plan. We faithfully pray for softening of the heart of local leaders. Given time I could give you powerful examples of that happening over and over again. Praise God for the local pastors who work tirelessly to serve the church, flock and community. We are also blessed in our church by missionaries who serve the wonderful people in this great nation and city. As a congregation we are sending missionaries, planting new churches with a growing congregation of locals and people from abroad. Such a privilege to serve and be a small part of God's plan to build His kingdom witnessing the power of the gospel to change lives. You've likely never heard such powerful testimonies as we do before baptism. One by one, by the grace of God, lives are set free from decades of Asian religion but these young people find themselves isolated in their own families and communities which should provide a partial answer to your question. No worries this is exactly according to God's plan to build His church. Praise the Lord!
I’m a pastor and you are right on Bro. Parr. I served at a church where the pastor kept telling the congregation, “ This is My Church.” And because he surrounded himself with Yes men, the church eventually closed. Sad! Keep proclaiming the Word my Brother
@@valanme well, when you consider that the antichrist is going to take his seat in the temple and proclaim himself to be god (2Thessalonians 2:1-12, specifically :3-4), a (false) pastor saying, "This is my church!" is, sadly, quite imaginable. The spirit of antichrist has always been, especially after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. (1John 4:1-3)
I went to a particular church for a while and started going to one of their home groups on a Friday night. One week I couldn't make it. I start getting text messages and phone calls from the pastor the same night asking 'where are you?' (I didn't answer). I went to the church service on Sunday. After the service the pastor wanted to talk to me, so I sat down with him in the cafe. He basically gave me the third degree, interrogating me as to WHY I didn't come to the Friday night home group? I am a grown man in my late 40s! I am not a child. I left that church soon after, for that and other reasons. I love the Lord Jesus, but sometimes some people in churches just drive me away.
@@mightyobserver12 Not necessarily. It depends on other factors. Most people in my church know they would get fired if they if they didn't show up for their job, but they skip church services very casually. Love for the brethren is an indicator of faith in Christ. I don't hear anybody sayng, "I skipped Bible class and prayer meeting because I love the brethren."
We have groups and sometimes a brother misses. We let each other know and are always in contact though. You know, out of respect and love, because we really do love each other. But missing now and again? No big deal , in my experience everyone comes back.
I totally understand how you feel but you have to also understand that people are giving up their time to tend and teach God’s people. They could have spent time with their family or rest so out of respect you could let them know. But hey I can’t juge because I don’t know all the details.
Lord thank you, I'm definitely going through this at my Church my Pastor act like he afraid of my gift and the anionting that God has placed over my life, it's nothing but a lot of yes man and I feel like most brothers don't want me there . I lost my job a couple months ago and went to get help and they turn me away and haven't even checked to see if I was ok but thanks be to God for his blessings I'm praying for directions it's time for me to move on.
I truly hope a lot of pastors watch this, it’s spot on and we can see these problems everywhere we look. Never be afraid to speak the truth even if it’s controversial. God bless you and your ministry through these videos.
South Edmeston Community Church thank you for that. I was and am still nervous about putting this video out. I didn’t want pastors thinking I was attacking them.
THE BEAT by Allen Parr I get it, you don’t want to offend. But being a pastor I like to watch videos like this, I watch a lot of yours. Sometimes it’s a reality check. Just follow the Lord’s leading. I’m doing a couple of videos a week, they’re not too polished, they’re like me, a work in progress.
I am excited for your video: 7 things preachers need to stop doing. I love that God has anointed you to speak and teach the truth, no matter how controversial the topic is. Praying for your ministry, Sir Allen. ♥️
This is so, so good. We sadly had to leave an abusive church and they were doing all these things and becoming so controlling and manipulative. Praying pastors would hear these good words.
Another great video. I have been saved 22+ years and have always minded my own business when attending services. I did recognize some things going on back in 2008 but update wow I am just taken away with all this drama in the church. Can anyone be trusted these days. Pretty soon Jesus Christ is going to be our only best friend. Thanks for telling us the truth Mr. Parr.
I just left a church where they are expecting their members to have a spiritual health assessment with a church leader each year. This is a evaluation of how one is doing on the spiritual disciplines in his life. They are also expecting each member to give the whole tithe to this church, attend that church each Sunday, attend a Bible study with that church, be involved in service for this church at least five hours each week, be involved in intense personal Bible study each day, and pray a certain way each day. I left because I felt like this was too controlling and I was being judged all the time. The last straw was when a elder told me that I have to give up my job so I could attend church each Sunday morning at that church and my work is caring for autistic people so that parents can go places by themselves such as attend a wedding or a church service. I feel that my job is a ministry of God. I now attend a church that has a Thursday night service and does not require spiritual health assessments.
Amen dear brother. Its difficult because pastors are human too. We tend to put them up on a pedestal but they are just as fallible as anyone else. Great message.
This is good!!! I would also add “Stop trying to manipulate the congregation to give by using scriptures out of context.,.I.e. “You are cursed with a curse for you have robbed God, bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse...” I’ve seen too much coercion and manipulation to make people believe that if they tithe, they’ll be prosperous and obtain favor from God (Prosperity Gospel)
Candice brown True, ma, true. Most of the time pastors ARE trying to maintain status. Be it their own salaries or the look (size, extra features that aren't exactly necessary) and ability of their church in competing with other churches (being on TV, internet, etc). There's a scripture that goes something to this effect...(God speaking) there will be those who will come and and speak in My name and will use My people for merchandise. Simply put...there are false men and woman who use God's word to pimp people out of money, possessions, and sadly enough acts of fornication. Now having said that, we are supposed to tithe. And yes you can bring blessing or curse from it, here's why. FIRST, it is a commandment. You having a job is His blessing. You being able to work is His blessing (being alive, in your right mind, being physically able, etc.) Second, there are people in and outside of the church who come to be in need (true need mind you) where some of those funds can be used for their aid. Lastly, the heat, air, lights, water, bread and wine, etc. costs. Some of that money goes to that obviously. So these funds are His not because He needs them but because they can aid in helping those in need and upkeep His house.
Exactly! I have no problem with giving (because it’s in the NT and money isn’t mine anyway) but once they start referencing OT scriptures and talking about curses and robbing God if we don’t give... it caused a really heavy burden on me each week and now I realize it’s because it’s prosperity gospel.
God's word is the only thing that will change people. My brother this is an on-time word. I see this happening in the church and I agree totally. Keep speaking the truth from the bible.🔥
Amazing! The truth finally broken! Brother Allen would you mind doing a video on those celebrity pastors who are false teachers but are so convinced to God’s children. Thank you so much, blessings upon you and your family 🙏🏾
Wow Wow Wow you are so right wow my God and my lord your Thank you for the Prophetic words from God.I am speechless 😶 oh my God.All I will say God Bless you 💯
Yes we are to always make sure our pastors, are preaching the true word of GOD, their teachings must align up with the scripture, if not remove yourself from him.
I applaud you! You didn't get in trouble with me, I agree 100%. Keep up the good work. I would love to have you on my podcast to discuss these things walk in truth radio.
Excellent! I started pastoring in 1975. I was way too young. Some things we learn the hard way but we will learn whether we want to or not. Thank you. Btw, I'm still pastoring and so grateful for the faithfulness of our Lord.
No controversy here at all, just truth. I am a new pastor but hearing you here is exactly what I have learned in my 40 plus years sitting in the congregation and what I am bringing with me into the pastorate. God bless you Allen, and I pray other pastors listen to your message and humble themselves to the truth.
This was said with so much love. If any pastor is offended, the spirit that's within them isn't the Holy Spirit. I've seen this far tooooo often - and I am so glad someone came out and spoke this in ove. Excellent job Pastor Allen!
Rev. Allen Parr, your vedio has brought so much comfort to me. All of these 7 things are happening in my church. I used to thing I was some sort of a misfit seeing all these. My whole family watched this vedio several times for they see clarity of scripture . A BIG TQ.
I am a pastor and I found this very helpful. There is some great truth h in this video. Getting a perspective from those n our churches is invaluable. Thanks for sharing this video.
You hit the nail on the head. I don’t go to church to hear the pastors opinions. And I don’t like when he talks negatively about other churches in town. The only thing that matters is God’s word.
A much needed teachings. This. is the " Absolute Truth". I have experienced this type Truth for over 50 plus years. Look at Worship Centers today. If you teach like Allen Parr is teaching. Many would "Ask him To Leave." Tell him that is not Biblical. I had that told to me about Word of God. I was told that is Not Scriptures. When I was reading the Word of God. This topic needs to be discussed.
That's my confirmation right there thank you. The pastor called me and made it seem like I was supposed to give 10% of 20k from a 401k check I cashed due to me being out a a job that's reliant on driving a vehicle but my car was down from a accidental curb hit during a snow storm we recently had in my city. I told him I don't have a job right now so I can't give too much of nothing right now. He said "we gone have to talk about tithes and offerings Sir" I told him on a meeting call with the core group to mention to people when you introduce the "credit card swipe" method yes and credit card swipper. That he needs to do a preface and let them know it's not a scam and he didn't come the following Tuesday night lol. I'll break the news to him soon. He wants me to go to a meeting tonight when i told him IM sick and possibly have strept throat. He tried to say having flu like symptoms is no excuse for not attending a meeting 🤔. The more I say the crazier it sounds then proceeds to explain how he was previously in the medical field ok.....and?
I heard ministry can be one of the most subtle idol Christians rear up in their heart.. am starting to believe this. Worship God brethrens not ur ministry..
One of the reasons ministry becomes idolatry is men go into it with a priveleged, power-wielding attitude rather than that of servant first of God then the brethren. Jesus, the Pioneer and Perfecter of our faith, is the chief example of being a servant. He said he came to serve, not to be served. He always did what was pleasing to his Father and he served others selflessly while seldom meeting with gratitude (remember how only one of the 10 healed lepers came back to thank him?) Seeking titles (bishop, prophet, deacon, apostle, pastor, etc.) for the implied prestige and clout they carry is why there is so much scandal in churches today. As the Holy Spirit through James writes, "Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist there will be disorder and every other vile practice." It's about the pride of life, not glorifying God and building his church.
Yes Lord Sir and Pastor, you always preach and teach sound doctrine, I have been Pastoring for 21 years, and I have come to realize that the people belong to God. keep up the good work 👍 Sir Pastor Gorham
I once had a pastor who had a son I was best friends with for 5 years. Me and him were so close, we were almost like brothers. But after the departure of my parents from the church, I decided it was best for me to follow them soon after. The pastor’s son hasn’t talked to me since, and numerous false rumors have spread about my family as well as me by the pastor. Unbelievable!
As the wife of a pastor for 25 years, I completely agree with all of these! 100%! Let God be the leader of your church. Dont take the responsibility away from him.
Wow, you described my last church. We were there for almost 19 years. At first, it was pretty good, but over time all these things showed up and made Sunday the worst day of the week. There are some folks that become pastors to prove they are good people and it's an easy entry point to get respect. Good message!
The "yes men" thing seems to have entered heavily into my own church. New pastor voted in after last one retired, and he replaced the entire staff of the church with his family and close followers. Most of them having been following him since they were teenagers in his youth group. All of them young and impressionable. They will do anything he asks, including moving across four states into a place they dont have homes or jobs. I been praying about it for 7 months and dont know how else to proceed.
One this now that’s seems to be a common theme is giving Satan far too much credit, every time something bad happens oh that was Satan if it’s a bad thought that’s him too. It’s discouraging people from taking accountability for their own actions and not seeing the part that humans play in wrongdoings. The chains are gone, stop giving him credit for actions he didn’t cause and take some responsibility 🙈🙈🙈
YES! How about when everyone in leadership INSISTS that a whole long series of opposition and tragedies that have occured is confirmation that tg he church is on the right track?🤔😔 when they are clearly derailing, in fact some tragic outcomes being direct consequences of hardened necks😪 and still not listening to anyone else's correction😔🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Kirsty Allan at the same time we need to be aware of Satan and his minions becuz some of those things people want to brush off are Satan. For example, demons hide themselves well in people which affect relationships. Why is there sin? Free will. Man failed but why becuz of the tempter. One must know his adversary in order to be able to fight him. I honestly don’t think he gets talked about enough and gets dismissed. The world is only getting more evil. People want to blame shootings on gun laws or the person being mentally ill. If Satan has reign of this world where do you think all the evil they is ramping up originated from. Satan. Sin is now part of the curse put on us til Satan is done away with but who originally tempted Adam and Eve to sin. Honestly I think the serpent crafted his words so well that they had no idea they were sinning or what sin even was. I get where you r coming from, but since we live in this fallen world now, Satan has reign and he takes full advantage any way he can to get us to blame someone or something else, he’s the great deceiver. He’s patient. He knows and watches us just like God.
jodi irvin have to partly disagree he is not omnipresent or omnipotent or can he place thoughts in our minds only God has those strengths , yes he has his ways but human action plays a great part too in seeing his plans through x
Kirsty Allan he can only be in one place at one time, correct, but his fallen angels aka demons can do his business for him elsewhere, I don’t think he can put thoughts in our minds but...he can observe, watch our actions, hear us and learn and know us like God can such as our strengths/weaknesses/when we are vulnerable or not standing firm in god or our guards are down, our minds is where his battlefield is. It says in the word: “Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don’t understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:4 “In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.” Ephesians 6:16 He can do these to us that affect our minds whether immediately or later on down the road, for example if someone was raped as a child, that would definitely be extreme evil and the devil influencing someone. He is the great deceiver. He can get ahold of our minds very easily. He throws temptations our way in the physical which then lead to the emotional/mental to make a choice. This shows something here: “It was time for supper, and the devil had already prompted Judas, son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus.” John 13:2 How did the devil just prompt Judas like he did? I don’t think by Jesus giving him a piece of bread would do that. I do believe he does his battling with us in the mind. Fear is an emotion. Its cones from our Brian’s. It’s not from God clearly stated in scripture so where else would it come from. Fear is something the devil most definitely uses to keep us from doing God’s work by planting seeds of doubt along our path. I don’t have time to look up anymore scriptures right now, have to go to an appt but I know there’s enough about Satan in the Bible to suggest he most definitely can get ahold of our minds whether he can directly put thoughts in there or not. He will do what he has to do to pull us off the path and will be patient and take his time to make his moves just like God does though God is more powerful than him. He does still permit Satan to do evil things to us. Book of Job, perfect example.
jodi irvin I respect your view as I hope you do mine. In the grand scheme of things he is not mentioned a lot in the bible and yes he can place doubt or temptation in paths but free will on our part needs to take place. Job is actually my favourite book of the bible and God allowed him to do anything to job but not destroy him and Jobs faithfulness is outstanding. As a victim of child abuse I also believe that although I indeed may have been the temptation there was choice in the action of others. I guess this is where the bible saying you have to fearfully find your own faith comes into play we will all have different opinions and healthy discussions is helpful. Have a blessed day x
one major problem I see amongst pastors especially My people of color is a gross misunderstanding of the difference between the Old Covenant saints slash Church and the New Covenant saints slash church most of these pastors operate and carry themselves like Old testament saints where the Word of Godvwss revealed EXCLUSIVELY through the PROPHEY PRIEST or KING. These pastors truly feel the people in the pews have ZERO revelation other than the revelation they. the pastor gets from God vand gives it to them. Furthermore these same pastors love to preach from the old testaments without even connecting the dots to find out how we as New covenant believers should act. As a result of this behavior congregants never truly come to an understanding of who THEY ARE in Christ, or even are encouraged to discover their own individual tole in ministry and in the body. Instead their doomed to become spectators waiting for their pastor to release them give them a word Etc.
Wow this video is so on point. The culture of a church begins at the top. Too many pastors act like God speaks directly through them in order to influence others to get what they want. Every church I’ve been a part of treats you like an enemy when it’s time to move on or if you decide to stop serving in their ministry. I’ve seen pastors bawl out congregations from the pulpit and I’ve seen pastors isolate themselves to where you could not even contact them unless you’re part of their ‘inner circle’. I’m the first to cut them slack because we all have issues but it doesn’t set well with a lot of people. The remedy is to keep God First and follow in the steps He has ordered ‘for you’ and not what another person necessarily thinks you should do. Sometimes that means stay and wait and sometimes it means step out without a net and see what God does.
I think I've experienced #7 before. A scripture will be used at the beginning of a sermon, yet it seems like the sermon ends up only loosely based on the scripture if at all.
Thanks pastor for this word straight off the press, should go to or be retweeted again to EVERY PASTOR’S inbox. Thanks again pastor for allowing God to work through you.....and may God continue to build and strengthen your ministry!
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As a Pastor, I got one thing to tell you! RIGHT ON my brother.....
God bless you 🤲🏽
Stephen Brown God isn’t against all pastors, He just doesn’t like unbiblical ones
Allen Parr
you are Gods gift to the world.Please become the worlds Pastor.the christians can learn so much from your talks.God bless you
Another suggestion..pastors should not look at the financial statement, showing which member is paying what. Many pastors don’t realize it but knowing who the tithers are and are not DOES affect how members are treated. He needs to remove that temptation completely!
Amen I agree
Amen, and Amen!! I no longer attend this church I'm speaking about in this comment, I left in 2012, but the pastor of this very small church I attended for 2 1/2 years one Sunday while we had a few visitors pulled out a list, and began to angrily read off the names of the members who were tithing, and those who weren't during her sermon?? she began to chastise us saying we never do anything for her, and how she does everything for us?? she said one member (and gave the name of that individual) gave a dollar every week, and how in other words was really nothing, but she how took that dollar for her own personal use to buy her a tasty cake every week for lunch, and said, "but at least he gave something"?? and that was the last Sunday she saw me in that church, I left the church!! I already had alarms going off for a while, but was just making sure I was correct. I couldn't believe she done that, and she put it out there that she uses the money not for the church, but for her own personal use. She constantly threatened the congregation with the lie of if you don't tithe you will bring a curse not only on yourself, but also to the church. She kept record herself of who was giving, she told us that I believe to use it as a ploy, and as a instrument of control over the members to give. She gave special preference to those who gave, and who could contribute their time, blood, sweat, and tears while using their personal monetary resources to so call build the church, but in actuality was helping to build a business within the church which she now has for her own personal gain, and fame. O yea of little faith where is your faith declares the LORD? instead of her, the pastor trusting God as she was claiming to do, was instead wearing out the saints in the church to give give give! This is spiritual abuse! she has a strong love of money, and she is driven by it. I have never meant anyone like her in my life ever! controlling which is of witchcraft! she is now a chief apostle still being driven by money, and fame. Tithing is not for the church today, I was a faithful tither every since I gave my life to Jesus 20 years ago, but right before I left this church I began feeling burdened by tithing out of nowhere, I began seeking God about this, because I did not feel free in doing this anymore, and I didn't want to be disobedient to God, not man. I began speaking to God about the freedom that we are suppose to have as believers in Jesus Christ, but not understanding how a loving God would have us in bondage in sowing our money this way. I began searching the scriptures on tithing, and one day on TH-cam there it was, a video of someone who was against tithing in the church, wow! I thought I was the only one. I kept saying to myself everyone tithes, every church that I ever encountered tithes?? but just because we see people doing things especially in the church doesn't mean it is right, and permissible, we can see this in the book of Ezekiel of all find all kinds of things that many were doing both behind, and outside the doors of the temple that was not of God. I now understand that women according to the bible are not commissioned by God to be pastors as describe in the book of Timothy, but that a whole another video topic. Spiritual abuse is real in the church especially now where there is so much going on, however we don't have to be subjected to it, we can leave if we choose to do so, and no be bound what the leader of the church says, when we feel threatened, and abused we are to leave. and obey God, not man and their doctrines!
Cindy Feaster why does this church have a woman as a pastor that’s already 1 alarm going off
@@CesarD321 as we know today there are many women pastors, and at that time I was not as understanding as I am now about pastors. I did mention in my comment that I do not believe woman are suppose to pastor, they can preach the good news as ever believer ought to be doing, but as a church leader/pastor, NO.
True Heart I make my offering anonymously for that reason.
As a pastor in ministry, I agree with each of the 7 points Allens is making in this video, especially his comment: "it is God's Word that changes lives." Great job Allen.
STOP THINKING THAT YOU OWN THE PEOPLE THAT COME TO YOUR CHURCH ⛪️!!!!!
Hmmmmmm this is soooo true, some people stop talking to the people who leave their church. God richly bless you brother Allen .
Jesustina Tagoe that is just not right but it happens far too often. I’ve seen it so many times.
And unfortunately attempt to curse them when they leave. Witchcraft
That's terrible
Jesus never said to build churches but go out and make disciples.
I love that
God established the church if you didn’t know through his disciples the body of Christ being the church which is made up of disciples
Amen be the church in the church.
@J Lau Assembly don’t mean a building made by hands we can assemble in other peoples home as Jesus did when he went to Lazarus home.we can preach under the big blue sky. Y’all got this all wrong. All my years I was going to church I was never able to change my life, the FATHER change me in a home not attending church we are the temple of the Most High a church is a building made by men hands.
Absolutely indeed Amen
You forgot sheep stealing. I once had a pastor who tried to get me to leave my church to attend his. Happy to say, it didn't work.
And why was he so desperate to steal you away? Trying to build his business (church) that masquerades as a house of God? You should straighten him out and let him know that he shouldn't be pastoring or attending church buildings as the people are the true Church and God will not honor any denomination or building as the House of God if people are the Temple!
@@jd6473I avoided the pastor by blocking his number from my phone. Also, when I visit other churches, I don't give out my contact information
That's messed up. I would say they are not a pastor and may even be Gospel ignorant
You know what? There are "pastors" who do this, but the key phrase in your statement is that when it was tried on you: "It didn't work." In the words of another great minister: "How do you steal a person? People go where they want to go!" At the end of the day, it's the sheep who are either gullible or "fair weather" or were simply looking for a possible outlet anyway, so they left because they wanted to. People who are happy at their churches stay--and they stay for years.
Kathy J is that stealing?? No church “owns” you. I wouldn’t be offended at all
I found your channel accidentally when you were talking about Worship Leaders. I love it, thank you so much! My husband is the senior pastor at our church. Your teaching is completely clear and spoken in love with the word. Thank you!
Worship leaders show favoritism, and makenot about them instead of GOD, giving instructions as to their personal worshiping of OUR HOLY CREATOR/ LORD AND SAVIOR GOD THE FATHER & YASHUEA , THROUGH HIS HOLY-SPIRIT!
If you aren't following the COMMANDMENTS, (especially the 1st & 4th ones). YASHUEA said "IF ye love me, follow my commandments! (ALL 10 of them.....)
We have to celebrate people not suppress their gift. Church ⛪️ is not a competition. Very well said 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Stop promoting church membership over heavenly citizenship
Amen, it's all about souls and nothing else.
Truth
I agree, I don't want no church membership if I'm in the body of Christ. They are pushing a doctrines of devils agenda on people.
Oh this is destiny church preachings.
I always wondered about that too. I'm even curious if Church membership is in the bible.
Some pastors are wolves in sheep’s clothing so we must be careful what their saying and doing!
Jaren Richards: The great falling away.
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Some pastors are appointed by God, while others are appointed by man. May we have God's Wisdom to discern between them.
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Yes 😁👍🏽
I getting baptized this Sunday
Praise God!
That's great! 👏
Hallelujah praise God
Are you going to get baptized in the name of Jesus? Or are you going to get baptized in the name of the Father, the son and the holy spirit?
Official Memes Tv: Baptism by the Holy Spirit is greatest. Hope your water baptism goes well. 🙂 Amen.
So many black folk treat church like a funeral. Hoopin, hollerin, runnin around screamin. They FEEL good but haven't learned much. Ask, " how was church and what was the sermon about"? Answer; " I don't know girl but pastor PREACHED today"!! We prefer preaching over teaching cuz one feels good and the other takes work. That's why so many of us won't ever miss a Sunday and will still cuss you out on Monday. LEARN something and move past just looking to feel something.
Amen.
Why did you single out BLACK CHURCHES are you joking do you think things like that don't happen in different nationalities...white folks spinning around like hippies in a Woodstock concert claiming they in the spirit...Hispanics be speaking in false tongues and they be hoopin and hollin too😖🤨
@@kerenkares6109 I'm black. I only care about what WE do. I speak in tongues too.
The righteous branch of the house of David reminds us to praise ye the LORD ALL ye lands (everyone that has breath) so it may looks crazy to those who do not see praise AND worship as dual necessity. Worship without praise is like a virgin without oil
Amen!! So true on so many levels. Leaving a church is the biggest issue. SOME pastors make you feel so bad like you are committing a sin for moving on!!!
Sorry to say this, but a lot of pastors see their ideas above the Word. We need to stick to biblical truths.
Exactly!
Yes and amen my friend
No need to apologize, it's true
We should stop idol worshipping pastors. We should all be like the Bereans in Acts 17. They were eager to hear what the Apostle Paul had to say but they also would go back and fact check him in the scriptures.
pmegginson Amen!
Exactly
Amen!!
Greetings, I am one of the leaders in a church here in Saigon, Vietnam. Thank you for your passionate, loving message. I jotted down 2 points that I need to pray about and address within our church ministry. Too complex to explain but thank you for the "shake on the shoulders." Praying for God to keep us focused on Gospel centered, loving ministry.
KingdomArmor how is it down there in Vietnam? Is being a Christian easier than in other communist countries?
@@canamx399 Our Lord continues to build His church according to His plan. We faithfully pray for softening of the heart of local leaders. Given time I could give you powerful examples of that happening over and over again. Praise God for the local pastors who work tirelessly to serve the church, flock and community. We are also blessed in our church by missionaries who serve the wonderful people in this great nation and city. As a congregation we are sending missionaries, planting new churches with a growing congregation of locals and people from abroad. Such a privilege to serve and be a small part of God's plan to build His kingdom witnessing the power of the gospel to change lives. You've likely never heard such powerful testimonies as we do before baptism. One by one, by the grace of God, lives are set free from decades of Asian religion but these young people find themselves isolated in their own families and communities which should provide a partial answer to your question. No worries this is exactly according to God's plan to build His church. Praise the Lord!
Love your humility in recognising improvement can be made God bless you
absolutely true. His word and His word alone can save and change man
Love your humility. Blessings
I’m a pastor and you are right on Bro. Parr. I served at a church where the pastor kept telling the congregation, “ This is My Church.” And because he surrounded himself with Yes men, the church eventually closed. Sad! Keep proclaiming the Word my Brother
allencme1 that is so sad but happens far too often.
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Agree totally. As an elder, saw this problem. Also eventually ended the church.
That’s actually unimaginable that a pastor/teacher would make that claim.Pretty sure God won’t Bless that.
@@valanme well, when you consider that the antichrist is going to take his seat in the temple and proclaim himself to be god (2Thessalonians 2:1-12, specifically :3-4), a (false) pastor saying, "This is my church!" is, sadly, quite imaginable. The spirit of antichrist has always been, especially after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. (1John 4:1-3)
I went to a particular church for a while and started going to one of their home groups on a Friday night. One week I couldn't make it. I start getting text messages and phone calls from the pastor the same night asking 'where are you?' (I didn't answer). I went to the church service on Sunday. After the service the pastor wanted to talk to me, so I sat down with him in the cafe. He basically gave me the third degree, interrogating me as to WHY I didn't come to the Friday night home group? I am a grown man in my late 40s! I am not a child. I left that church soon after, for that and other reasons. I love the Lord Jesus, but sometimes some people in churches just drive me away.
Like a cuLt.
@@mightyobserver12 Not necessarily. It depends on other factors. Most people in my church know they would get fired if they if they didn't show up for their job, but they skip church services very casually. Love for the brethren is an indicator of faith in Christ. I don't hear anybody sayng, "I skipped Bible class and prayer meeting because I love the brethren."
Just went through that recently. Smh
We have groups and sometimes a brother misses. We let each other know and are always in contact though. You know, out of respect and love, because we really do love each other. But missing now and again? No big deal , in my experience everyone comes back.
I totally understand how you feel but you have to also understand that people are giving up their time to tend and teach God’s people. They could have spent time with their family or rest so out of respect you could let them know. But hey I can’t juge because I don’t know all the details.
As a Pastor, I watched your video to see if I can use the information to better my service. Thanks.
Hitting home brother! Lol
First worship leaders now pastors! Alright! Preach it. 🙂👍🏻
I am a young pastor and this blessed me..thank you
That last point is my pet peeve with todays preaching... Preach the darn word!
et I hear you but let's not call it the darn...word
Nia Parker you’re and mine both. It’s sad to see people moving away from our biblical teaching.
Me too
All You Hear Is Yackt!
Tell me about it! as a preacher your job is to bring the truth of the Bible out to the congregation
There are several churches in competition with each other in my area, trying to build empires rather than serving one kingdom of God.
Lord thank you, I'm definitely going through this at my Church my Pastor act like he afraid of my gift and the anionting that God has placed over my life, it's nothing but a lot of yes man and I feel like most brothers don't want me there . I lost my job a couple months ago and went to get help and they turn me away and haven't even checked to see if I was ok but thanks be to God for his blessings I'm praying for directions it's time for me to move on.
Going through the same bad experience at my church.
I truly hope a lot of pastors watch this, it’s spot on and we can see these problems everywhere we look. Never be afraid to speak the truth even if it’s controversial. God bless you and your ministry through these videos.
South Edmeston Community Church thank you for that. I was and am still nervous about putting this video out. I didn’t want pastors thinking I was attacking them.
THE BEAT by Allen Parr I get it, you don’t want to offend. But being a pastor I like to watch videos like this, I watch a lot of yours. Sometimes it’s a reality check. Just follow the Lord’s leading. I’m doing a couple of videos a week, they’re not too polished, they’re like me, a work in progress.
I feel so comfortable listening to you. Thx.
I liked it before I watched it! Then I watched it, and wanted a double like button. Good word, once again Mr. Parr!
Hi, I am a believer of Jesus Christ watching from Philippines. God bless pastor♥️
Yessss finally someone who is saying what i been saying for years. ❤❤🥰🥰
This brother is so right. The first 2-3 points are so right. Have experienced the first one more than once. Greetings from India.
I am excited for your video: 7 things preachers need to stop doing. I love that God has anointed you to speak and teach the truth, no matter how controversial the topic is. Praying for your ministry, Sir Allen. ♥️
I agree with your view on this ! Answers questions I've had. Thank You REV. Parr! Love your Teaching!
I get cold shoulder when I left my old church for the new church which God move me into after a long struggle with God.. thank you 🙏
Very good points I pray that leadership everywhere take heed to the powerful words that have been spoken GOD BLESS!🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤
This is so, so good. We sadly had to leave an abusive church and they were doing all these things and becoming so controlling and manipulative. Praying pastors would hear these good words.
Godsend at this moment. Thank you for confirmation.
Another great video. I have been saved 22+ years and have always minded my own business when attending services. I did recognize some things going on back in 2008 but update wow I am just taken away with all this drama in the church. Can anyone be trusted these days. Pretty soon Jesus Christ is going to be our only best friend. Thanks for telling us the truth Mr. Parr.
Very well said brother. I know this subject may be unpopular, but needed to be said. Well done Pastor Parr!
I’d go to his church
Amen.
7) The Word needs to be taught not as entertainment-Romans 12:2
💕Develop a personal relationship with Christ our Savior seek Him daily.
When I left church they said I was going into the world now, that I picked the devil over God and I was selfish.
You hit the nail on the head and somebody that’s been a part of ministry for 11 years felt like you just said everything I was thinking
WWWWOOOWWWW. NewSpring, this is for YOU. And not just the "mothership". #3 is 🔥! Stop surrounding yourself with 'Yes' men (and sycophants).
You're 100% right,God bless you abundantly for the bitter truth.
I just left a church where they are expecting their members to have a spiritual health assessment with a church leader each year. This is a evaluation of how one is doing on the spiritual disciplines in his life. They are also expecting each member to give the whole tithe to this church, attend that church each Sunday, attend a Bible study with that church, be involved in service for this church at least five hours each week, be involved in intense personal Bible study each day, and pray a certain way each day. I left because I felt like this was too controlling and I was being judged all the time. The last straw was when a elder told me
that I have to give up my job so I could attend church each Sunday morning at that church and my work is caring for autistic people so that parents can go places by themselves such as attend a wedding or a church service. I feel that my job is a ministry of God. I now attend a church that has a Thursday night service and does not require spiritual health assessments.
Glad you left that church 🙌🏾
Amen dear brother. Its difficult because pastors are human too. We tend to put them up on a pedestal but they are just as fallible as anyone else. Great message.
Wow awesome job bro! You are definitely heavenly minded. As Jon Courson says “speak in Christ in the sight of God”.
Amen 🙏🏽❤️💯🔏, I love you God 🙏🏽❤️💯🔏, All Glory to God 🙏🏽❤️💯🔏
This is good!!! I would also add “Stop trying to manipulate the congregation to give by using scriptures out of context.,.I.e. “You are cursed with a curse for you have robbed God, bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse...” I’ve seen too much coercion and manipulation to make people believe that if they tithe, they’ll be prosperous and obtain favor from God (Prosperity Gospel)
Candice brown True, ma, true. Most of the time pastors ARE trying to maintain status. Be it their own salaries or the look (size, extra features that aren't exactly necessary) and ability of their church in competing with other churches (being on TV, internet, etc). There's a scripture that goes something to this effect...(God speaking) there will be those who will come and and speak in My name and will use My people for merchandise. Simply put...there are false men and woman who use God's word to pimp people out of money, possessions, and sadly enough acts of fornication. Now having said that, we are supposed to tithe. And yes you can bring blessing or curse from it, here's why. FIRST, it is a commandment. You having a job is His blessing. You being able to work is His blessing (being alive, in your right mind, being physically able, etc.) Second, there are people in and outside of the church who come to be in need (true need mind you) where some of those funds can be used for their aid. Lastly, the heat, air, lights, water, bread and wine, etc. costs. Some of that money goes to that obviously. So these funds are His not because He needs them but because they can aid in helping those in need and upkeep His house.
churches in philippines
Exactly! I have no problem with giving (because it’s in the NT and money isn’t mine anyway) but once they start referencing OT scriptures and talking about curses and robbing God if we don’t give... it caused a really heavy burden on me each week and now I realize it’s because it’s prosperity gospel.
I agree with you brother. I'm a pastor also.
Uh oh, just recently heard this in church😬
God's word is the only thing that will change people. My brother this is an on-time word. I see this happening in the church and I agree totally. Keep speaking the truth from the bible.🔥
LETS GOOOOOOO, been waiting for you to speak on this!!!
Excellent points. It takes a person that is humble, confident and secure about their calling to apply them.
Amazing! The truth finally broken! Brother Allen would you mind doing a video on those celebrity pastors who are false teachers but are so convinced to God’s children. Thank you so much, blessings upon you and your family 🙏🏾
Ngolu He has a couple of videos on some public pastors. Take a look and see if they are familiar to you. Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Lauren Daigel, etc
@@angelacrandell7028 I will, thank you so much.
Wow Wow Wow you are so right wow my God and my lord your Thank you for the Prophetic words from God.I am speechless 😶 oh my God.All I will say God Bless you 💯
Awesome t-shirt! And teaching, like always :)
Yes we are to always make sure our pastors, are preaching the true word of GOD, their teachings must align up with the scripture, if not remove yourself from him.
I applaud you! You didn't get in trouble with me, I agree 100%. Keep up the good work. I would love to have you on my podcast to discuss these things walk in truth radio.
I like this guy Allan Parr......so real, down to earth honest I trust his teachings 🙏
Every pastor needs to see this !!!
Excellent! I started pastoring in 1975. I was way too young. Some things we learn the hard way but we will learn whether we want to or not. Thank you. Btw, I'm still pastoring and so grateful for the faithfulness of our Lord.
PSALM 89:7 God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him.
No controversy here at all, just truth. I am a new pastor but hearing you here is exactly what I have learned in my 40 plus years sitting in the congregation and what I am bringing with me into the pastorate. God bless you Allen, and I pray other pastors listen to your message and humble themselves to the truth.
Thank you so much!
This is so true. Very plausible.
This was said with so much love. If any pastor is offended, the spirit that's within them isn't the Holy Spirit. I've seen this far tooooo often - and I am so glad someone came out and spoke this in ove. Excellent job Pastor Allen!
Continue to let God use you, Brother Allen. Great video and keep up the good work!
Every point is a hit. great message and as the wife of a pastor, i totally agree with you.
#7 is what I've been noticing. Sprinkle of scripture in sermons and it's grieving.
I agree 100% with Allen.
Thanks for sharing those 7 points.
I receive this from GOD. Thank you
Thank you so much for this topic. God has used you in our lives.
Hey brother Allen, can you do a video about what's going on with Israel, and end times events.
Rev. Allen Parr, your vedio has brought so much comfort to me. All of these 7 things are happening in my church. I used to thing I was some sort of a misfit seeing all these. My whole family watched this vedio several times for they see clarity of scripture . A BIG TQ.
Right on brother You hit this head on.
I am a pastor and I found this very helpful. There is some great truth h in this video. Getting a perspective from those n our churches is invaluable. Thanks for sharing this video.
Sir, can you please speak on deliverance ministry.. thanks
Please 🙏✨
You hit the nail on the head. I don’t go to church to hear the pastors opinions. And I don’t like when he talks negatively about other churches in town. The only thing that matters is God’s word.
Another great one!!!!!! Thanks Brother Parr
A much needed teachings. This. is the " Absolute Truth". I have experienced this type Truth for over 50 plus years. Look at Worship Centers today. If you teach like Allen Parr is teaching. Many would "Ask him To Leave." Tell him that is not Biblical. I had that told to me about Word of God. I was told that is Not Scriptures. When I was reading the Word of God. This topic needs to be discussed.
No1: Asking for thithes, unless willing to except meat & fruit on the altar
That's my confirmation right there thank you. The pastor called me and made it seem like I was supposed to give 10% of 20k from a 401k check I cashed due to me being out a a job that's reliant on driving a vehicle but my car was down from a accidental curb hit during a snow storm we recently had in my city. I told him I don't have a job right now so I can't give too much of nothing right now. He said "we gone have to talk about tithes and offerings Sir" I told him on a meeting call with the core group to mention to people when you introduce the "credit card swipe" method yes and credit card swipper. That he needs to do a preface and let them know it's not a scam and he didn't come the following Tuesday night lol. I'll break the news to him soon. He wants me to go to a meeting tonight when i told him IM sick and possibly have strept throat. He tried to say having flu like symptoms is no excuse for not attending a meeting 🤔. The more I say the crazier it sounds then proceeds to explain how he was previously in the medical field ok.....and?
Sadly you told the truth . Made God help us . God should get the Glory and Reign over us all . Thank you for having the Courage to share this .
I heard ministry can be one of the most subtle idol Christians rear up in their heart.. am starting to believe this. Worship God brethrens not ur ministry..
Have seen it happen really fast on several occasions....blindingly fast😔
Amen.
@@donotweep Wow 😯
One of the reasons ministry becomes idolatry is men go into it with a priveleged, power-wielding attitude rather than that of servant first of God then the brethren. Jesus, the Pioneer and Perfecter of our faith, is the chief example of being a servant. He said he came to serve, not to be served. He always did what was pleasing to his Father and he served others selflessly while seldom meeting with gratitude (remember how only one of the 10 healed lepers came back to thank him?) Seeking titles (bishop, prophet, deacon, apostle, pastor, etc.) for the implied prestige and clout they carry is why there is so much scandal in churches today. As the Holy Spirit through James writes, "Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist there will be disorder and every other vile practice." It's about the pride of life, not glorifying God and building his church.
@@josedopwell9645 AMEN!!!!!!!
Yes Lord Sir and Pastor, you always preach and teach sound doctrine, I have been Pastoring for 21 years, and I have come to realize that the people belong to God. keep up the good work 👍 Sir
Pastor Gorham
I once had a pastor who had a son I was best friends with for 5 years. Me and him were so close, we were almost like brothers. But after the departure of my parents from the church, I decided it was best for me to follow them soon after. The pastor’s son hasn’t talked to me since, and numerous false rumors have spread about my family as well as me by the pastor. Unbelievable!
I believe you.
As the wife of a pastor for 25 years, I completely agree with all of these! 100%! Let God be the leader of your church. Dont take the responsibility away from him.
Yeah I'm first😁. Pastors are leaders and shouldn't take their roles likely. Get so close to God that these 7 things will be ludicrous to you.
Wow, you described my last church. We were there for almost 19 years. At first, it was pretty good, but over time all these things showed up and made Sunday the worst day of the week.
There are some folks that become pastors to prove they are good people and it's an easy entry point to get respect.
Good message!
The "yes men" thing seems to have entered heavily into my own church. New pastor voted in after last one retired, and he replaced the entire staff of the church with his family and close followers. Most of them having been following him since they were teenagers in his youth group. All of them young and impressionable. They will do anything he asks, including moving across four states into a place they dont have homes or jobs. I been praying about it for 7 months and dont know how else to proceed.
I am glad that yo are doing this video. It needs to be said.
One this now that’s seems to be a common theme is giving Satan far too much credit, every time something bad happens oh that was Satan if it’s a bad thought that’s him too.
It’s discouraging people from taking accountability for their own actions and not seeing the part that humans play in wrongdoings. The chains are gone, stop giving him credit for actions he didn’t cause and take some responsibility 🙈🙈🙈
YES! How about when everyone in leadership INSISTS that a whole long series of opposition and tragedies that have occured is confirmation that tg he church is on the right track?🤔😔 when they are clearly derailing, in fact some tragic outcomes being direct consequences of hardened necks😪 and still not listening to anyone else's correction😔🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Kirsty Allan at the same time we need to be aware of Satan and his minions becuz some of those things people want to brush off are Satan. For example, demons hide themselves well in people which affect relationships. Why is there sin? Free will. Man failed but why becuz of the tempter. One must know his adversary in order to be able to fight him. I honestly don’t think he gets talked about enough and gets dismissed. The world is only getting more evil. People want to blame shootings on gun laws or the person being mentally ill. If Satan has reign of this world where do you think all the evil they is ramping up originated from. Satan. Sin is now part of the curse put on us til Satan is done away with but who originally tempted Adam and Eve to sin. Honestly I think the serpent crafted his words so well that they had no idea they were sinning or what sin even was. I get where you r coming from, but since we live in this fallen world now, Satan has reign and he takes full advantage any way he can to get us to blame someone or something else, he’s the great deceiver. He’s patient. He knows and watches us just like God.
jodi irvin have to partly disagree he is not omnipresent or omnipotent or can he place thoughts in our minds only God has those strengths , yes he has his ways but human action plays a great part too in seeing his plans through x
Kirsty Allan he can only be in one place at one time, correct, but his fallen angels aka demons can do his business for him elsewhere, I don’t think he can put thoughts in our minds but...he can observe, watch our actions, hear us and learn and know us like God can such as our strengths/weaknesses/when we are vulnerable or not standing firm in god or our guards are down, our minds is where his battlefield is.
It says in the word: “Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don’t understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God.”
2 Corinthians 4:4
“In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.”
Ephesians 6:16
He can do these to us that affect our minds whether immediately or later on down the road, for example if someone was raped as a child, that would definitely be extreme evil and the devil influencing someone. He is the great deceiver. He can get ahold of our minds very easily. He throws temptations our way in the physical which then lead to the emotional/mental to make a choice.
This shows something here:
“It was time for supper, and the devil had already prompted Judas, son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus.”
John 13:2
How did the devil just prompt Judas like he did? I don’t think by Jesus giving him a piece of bread would do that. I do believe he does his battling with us in the mind.
Fear is an emotion. Its cones from our Brian’s. It’s not from God clearly stated in scripture so where else would it come from. Fear is something the devil most definitely uses to keep us from doing God’s work by planting seeds of doubt along our path. I don’t have time to look up anymore scriptures right now, have to go to an appt but I know there’s enough about Satan in the Bible to suggest he most definitely can get ahold of our minds whether he can directly put thoughts in there or not. He will do what he has to do to pull us off the path and will be patient and take his time to make his moves just like God does though God is more powerful than him. He does still permit Satan to do evil things to us. Book of Job, perfect example.
jodi irvin I respect your view as I hope you do mine. In the grand scheme of things he is not mentioned a lot in the bible and yes he can place doubt or temptation in paths but free will on our part needs to take place. Job is actually my favourite book of the bible and God allowed him to do anything to job but not destroy him and Jobs faithfulness is outstanding. As a victim of child abuse I also believe that although I indeed may have been the temptation there was choice in the action of others. I guess this is where the bible saying you have to fearfully find your own faith comes into play we will all have different opinions and healthy discussions is helpful.
Have a blessed day x
I just wanted to say thank you for your message on the Sabath. I'm a transitioning Seventh day Adventist and your message was right on point
one major problem I see amongst pastors especially My people of color is a gross misunderstanding of the difference between the Old Covenant saints slash Church and the New Covenant saints slash church
most of these pastors operate and carry themselves like Old testament saints where the Word of Godvwss revealed EXCLUSIVELY through the PROPHEY PRIEST or KING. These pastors truly feel the people in the pews have ZERO revelation other than the revelation they. the pastor gets from God vand gives it to them.
Furthermore these same pastors love to preach from the old testaments without even connecting the dots to find out how we as New covenant believers should act.
As a result of this behavior congregants never truly come to an understanding of who THEY ARE in Christ, or even are encouraged to discover their own individual tole in ministry and in the body.
Instead their doomed to become spectators waiting for their pastor to release them give them a word Etc.
Wow this video is so on point. The culture of a church begins at the top. Too many pastors act like God speaks directly through them in order to influence others to get what they want. Every church I’ve been a part of treats you like an enemy when it’s time to move on or if you decide to stop serving in their ministry. I’ve seen pastors bawl out congregations from the pulpit and I’ve seen pastors isolate themselves to where you could not even contact them unless you’re part of their ‘inner circle’. I’m the first to cut them slack because we all have issues but it doesn’t set well with a lot of people. The remedy is to keep God First and follow in the steps He has ordered ‘for you’ and not what another person necessarily thinks you should do. Sometimes that means stay and wait and sometimes it means step out without a net and see what God does.
8. Teach the sheep and don't entertain the goats!
Bravo in truth being stated. Some pastors and ministors forget that they can benefit from being ministered to as well.
awesome advice man Godbless you!
I am 💯 agree with you👍🙌 because I can see this things in our churches blessed to hear you🤺🤺🤺
I think I've experienced #7 before. A scripture will be used at the beginning of a sermon, yet it seems like the sermon ends up only loosely based on the scripture if at all.
‼️‼️👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 some people are not going to like that! Thanks for sharing the truth!!
I agree with all of this!
Thanks pastor for this word straight off the press, should go to or be retweeted again to EVERY PASTOR’S inbox. Thanks again pastor for allowing God to work through you.....and may God continue to build and strengthen your ministry!
Amen pastor
This video is the BEST video yet. It's right on point. I believe all this needs to stop