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Originally Posted by C. Matthew McMahon  All -
Under the guise of liberty of conscience, there are a host of "things" that pastors and elders often "think" may fall under thier respective duty, but may take things too far.
Let me use a "wild" example, that is simply silly, but proves the point.
Pastor Bob wants everyone to wear white robes to church, because the Church of Revleation says that Jesus will one day robe us in white. Pastor Bob says that we should prepare for that by wearing white robes, and that people in the church would be looked down upon if they didn't do that.
Are any of you aware of any documents or books or other resources that would have something like a "Christians Bill of Rights" besides the BCO of a respective denomination?
Certainly we have lots of articles on church members responsibilities to obey leadership etc. But what about the rights we have as Christians not to be disciplined over matters of conscience?
Certainly the WCF is helpful. Any other ideas? |
I was actually IN this situation, except it was white SHEETS, instead of robes for the very purpose you've said. We were made to feel less spritual (not a part of the "remnant") and rebellious for not wearing our sheets during service.
I agree that the WCF is helpful in this regard. Why not just consider the verses provided as proofs for that point in the confession?