On the topic of Ravi and others, I’ll say this:

I’ve only known faithful and trustworthy pastors in my life. I’ve had 5-7 in my 30 years. All people of the utmost integrity. I myself strive to be of the utmost integrity.

None of that means we don’t need to EARN your trust.

And once we have earned it, we are never entitled to it. If you see us acting inappropriately, say something. Follow up. We know the standards.

We sin, we fall short, but if we are Spirit led we will repent quickly and often and you will sense humility when you hear from us.

I’m saying this because God’s people are worth it. We are to be shepherds and not wolves.

Never let a religious leader tell you the rules don’t apply. The stakes are just too high.