Archive for July 31st, 2008
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I write these daily deprogrammings to help myself and my family heal from church abuse , and become free from Ardith Keef’s addictive false teachings. What is written here is the truth to the best of our ability. It is my hope that others will find a way out of their own abusive church systems ,and be encouraged to stand up for Truth and Righteousness, instead of cowering down, curled up in a ball and suffering from shunning, slander, and harsh treatment. We have many readers who have suffered similar abuses ,we are pleased to give them something solid to believe in, and a way back to worshiping the Lord, after being completely undone by cruel , self serving, authoritarian cult leaders.
It is also our hope that church leaders who see themselves in these writings might confess , repent, and turn from their abusive behaviors ,and their false and deceptive teachings. That they might know His Love , Grace, Mercy, and Compassion for themselves and extend His Grace, Mercy and Love to others.
Perhaps Ardith Keef should have entitled her Daily Devotional, “MINE is the Glory” , and tell it like it really is.
The Lord is not Glorified by false church leaders destroying homes ,and breaking up families. He is not Glorified by leaders coveting other peoples wives, children and usurping other peoples families. The Lord is not Glorified by spiritual leader wannabee’s conniving secretly to usurp another man’s pastorate. The Lord is not Glorified by two married people (married to other spouses) secretly “praying” together to get rid of their spouses and do harm to a whole church!
The Lord is not Glorified by someone “counseling” a woman then shunning her , calling her “possessed” then taking her husband and destroying his family. The Lord is not Glorified when false leaders divide his little children from their parents, grandparents, and each other. The Lord is not Glorified by dishonoring parents whether young or old. The Lord is not Glorified when leaders instruct young people to divorce mates without proper Biblical reasons. The Lord is not Glorified when leaders laugh and make fun of those who might appear weaker and different then themselves.
The Lord is not Glorified by taking His people to court instead of reasoning together. The Lord is not Glorified by a woman taking control of the men in the church, as well as taking control of everything else in the Church. The Lord is not Glorified by yes-men pastors and elders who are not just and true to Him, and do not judge righteously. The Lord is not Glorified when people cast out and shun His people because they questioned or criticized them. He is not Glorified when people slander others because they fear being faced with the Truth. The Lord is not Glorified by false shepherds leading his people astray. The Lord is not Glorified by the spiritual and emotional abuse of His Saints especially by those who falsely call themselves “His leaders”. The Lord is not Glorified when we trust in our own wisdom ,and refuse to admit we could be wrong.
The Lord is not Glorified by hypocrites and pretenders who force His people to obey their “laws” while they look for glory for themselves. He is not Glorified by authoritarian would-be icon’s who want to steal His Glory for themselves and make people bow down to their own image. “All they want to know is that they are the authority ” with regard to other peoples lives, as they grandiose with their pious, pompous deeds that attest to their policy, “Mine is the Glory.” He abhor’s these wicked actions! And He knows every wicked thought and motive! May He show up the imposters for who and what exactly they really are. May He reveal the source of where their feigned ”glory” ,and false fire is truly coming from.
The Lord is Glorified by humble hearts who love Him and His people. Those who see themselves as lesser and the others as greater. He is Glorified by leaders who count themselves as His “servants” by their actions, and not “authority figures.” He is Glorified by men and women who stay true to their mates according to His Word, until death seperates them. He is Glorified by servants who help others to keep their families together, and sacrifice their lives to help another brother or sister. He is Glorified when the fruit of our lives is Love, Mercy, Kindness, Compassion and reflects Himself. He is Glorified by humble leaders and those who truly follow everything in His Word , and don’t pick and choose verses as the circumstances dictate. He is Glorified when the leadership and the laity are not divided by class distinctions, in word or deed. He said “We are all brothers.” He Who donned the towel was ( The King Of Glory) and He humbled Himself to wash His disciples feet and said to “wash one another’s feet. ”
Yes , To Thine Be The Glory, High King Of Glory, Lord and Savior Lord Jesus Christ, The True One, The Faithful One, To Thine Be The Glory Forever and Ever Amen! May You disclose the secret deceptions, pretenses, and break down the wicked strongholds of the enemy. Oh Lord, pull down the high places of arrogance and pride in the Anchor Missionary Fellowship Church, and set your people free! Forgive me Lord God in Heaven for my part in it all! Thank You for setting us free that we might bring comfort and help to others. May You alone be Glorified!