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Includes Sister T’s specified leadership Turf Guarding NOW Sr Apostolic Diverse Training

^”Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being examples to the flock. And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.’ I Peter 5:2-5

Nicknamed “THE SHEPHERDING APOSTOLIC MOVE” FROM THE FIRST CHURCH TIMES

^“Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;³Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being examples to the flock.

⁴And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

⁵Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

⁶Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

⁷Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

⁸Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:” I Peter 5:2-8 KJV

Taveau asks Chat GPT AI

Please define Christian ministry turf guarding , (which I have up close experienced countless times) and/or where a person is being “cult watched” (monitored) targeted’ as compared to a suspicious person appearing, and the sr office church pastor staff are purely “being watchful over the flock ” as in protective, preventing. possible harm which is often wise.

Next compare all with the Torah, Christ, the First Church apostles, and St Paul

ChatGPT replies:

The behavior you describe—where senior pastors or top leaders engage in “turf guarding,” openly reviling, name-calling, and labeling fellow Christians as “false” from pulpits, back rooms, or airwaves—runs counter to the example set by Jesus Christ, the early church, and the apostolic teachings, including those of Paul. Let’s break down how this contrasts with the Christ-like example and the practices of the first church:

1. Jesus Christ’s Example:

Compassion and Humility: Jesus was known for His deep compassion and humility, never publicly shaming others or using His position to demean or belittle them. He rebuked the Pharisees for their pride and self-righteousness but was always gentle and loving toward those in need. His mission was to bring healing, unity, and restoration, not division.
No Turf Guarding or Competition: Jesus did not participate in any kind of “turf guarding” mentality. In fact, He encouraged His followers to love others, even their enemies (Matthew 5:44). He spoke against the disciples’ petty competition over who would be the greatest (Matthew 18:1-4), teaching instead that true greatness is in serving others.

2. The Early Church (First Church):

Unity and Respect: The first church, as recorded in Acts 2, focused on unity, mutual care, and a shared purpose. There were no divisions or hierarchies like “turf guarding.” The apostles and church leaders worked together in harmony, emphasizing fellowship and growth in faith.
Role of Leaders: Church leaders were not seen as “lords over” others, but as servants (1 Peter 5:3). The role of the leader was to serve and equip others, not to control or dominate them.
Addressing False Teachers: When false teaching arose, the apostolic letters (like Paul’s letters) were written to address these issues, but they were done in a spirit of correction, not condemnation. The focus was on doctrinal clarity, not personal attacks.

3. Paul’s Example:

Correcting with Love: Paul was firm in his teachings but never used slander or name-calling to address issues in the church. When he confronted wrong behavior or doctrine, he did so in a spirit of love, with the goal of restoring and building up the body (Galatians 6:1, Ephesians 4:15).
Paul’s Emphasis on Unity: In 1 Corinthians 1:12-13, Paul rebukes factions within the church, reminding them that they are united in Christ, not divided by human leaders. He consistently emphasized the unity of believers over individual personalities or leadership styles.

4. How Accusing, Bible-Thumping, Labeling Hinders God’s Purpose:

Hinders Unity: The practice of accusing and labeling fellow Christians as “false” or “heretics” causes division, which undermines the unity that Christ and the apostles urged. This creates a “us vs. them” mentality, fracturing the body of Christ.
Damages the Gospel Witness: When leaders use their platform to tear down other believers or to foster suspicion, it damages the witness of the Gospel. The message of love, grace, and forgiveness becomes overshadowed by controversy, making it harder for non-believers to see the appeal of the faith.
Creates a Culture of Fear and Distrust: Constantly accusing others and labeling them as “false” breeds a culture of fear and distrust within the church. Believers become fearful of questioning, speaking out, or having relationships with people outside their “approved” circle. This stifles healthy dialogue and growth.
Misrepresents Christ’s Love: Jesus came to offer salvation to all and to reconcile people to God, not to segregate them based on their alignment with specific ministries or leaders. When pastors and leaders engage in public reviling, it distorts the message of grace and reconciliation that Christ exemplified.
Damages Evangelism and Discipleship: As the church becomes consumed with internal accusations, the mission to reach the lost and disciple new believers is sidelined. It turns the focus inward, making it difficult for the broader community to see the love and unity that should characterize the body of Christ.

5. How This Practice Harms the Church and Society:

Loss of Christian Witness: Non-believers who witness this division and infighting may be turned off from Christianity altogether. If Christians cannot demonstrate love and unity, why would non-Christians want to join?
Hurts the Spiritual Growth of Believers: Believers who are caught in the middle of these divisions may feel torn, discouraged, and confused about their faith. They may struggle with insecurity or self-doubt, unsure of who to trust, and be distracted from their relationship with Christ.
Creates a Competitive, Cult-like Environment: The “us vs. them” mentality breeds a competitive environment rather than one of service, humility, and teamwork. This often results in cult-like behavior where people are more loyal to a leader than to Christ Himself, which is contrary to the teachings of the New Testament.

Conclusion:

In summary, the modern practice of pastors and leaders accusing, gossiping, and labeling others as “false” severely contradicts the example of Christ, the early church, and Paul’s teachings. It harms the unity of the church, misrepresents the Gospel, damages the witness of the church in society, and hinders the mission to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. The body of Christ is called to love, serve, and build one another up, not to tear each other down. Leaders must model this behavior, exemplifying humility, grace, and reconciliation, which are central to the Christian message.

Taveau asks Chat GPT
How would Apostle Paul view the turf guarding churches of today in modern ministry?

Chat GPT replies:

Apostle Paul would likely have a strong rebuke for turf-guarding churches in modern ministry, just as he did for sectarianism, legalism, and controlling leadership in the early church. His letters emphasize unity in Christ, servant leadership, and the freedom of believers—all of which contradict the idea of a territorial, exclusive, or hierarchical church structure that prioritizes control over community.

1. Paul’s View on Turf Guarding vs. Ephesians 4 Community

Turf Guarding: A Spirit of Division and Control

Turf-guarding churches act as if they own a region, a people group, or a revelation.
They may block, discourage, or compete against others doing Kingdom work, rather than collaborate.
Some demand submission to their specific leader, covering, or doctrine to be considered ‘valid’ in ministry.
They often operate with exclusivity, treating other ministries with suspicion or hostility.

Paul’s Rebuke:
“For while one saith, I am of Paul; and another, I am of Apollos; are ye not carnal?” (1 Corinthians 3:4)

Paul condemned factionalism in the early church. He emphasized that no leader “owns” the ministry of Christ—all serve under Jesus as the Head (Colossians 1:18).

Ephesians 4: The True Biblical Model

The fivefold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers) is meant for equipping the saints—not controlling them.
The goal is unity and maturity in Christ, not personal empire-building.
Ministry should be collaborative, not competitive.

“Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:13)

Paul’s vision was a relational, house-to-house, Spirit-led church (Acts 2:42-47), not a hierarchical, turf-guarding institution.

2. Paul’s View on Authority: Mutual Submission, Not Domination

Turf Guarding Churches Often Promote:

Hierarchical control (pastor-as-king models, authoritarian oversight).
Fear-based submission (if you leave, you’re ‘uncovered,’ rebellious, or in sin).
Blocking others’ ministries (not allowing independent movements unless they submit to a specific leader).

Paul’s Rebuke:
“Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being exsamples to the flock.” (1 Peter 5:3)

Paul never taught submission to a pastor, apostle, or organization as a requirement for salvation or calling. Instead, he preached mutual submission (Ephesians 5:21)—meaning all believers serve one another without rank-based coercion.

He also affirmed women in ministry (Romans 16), rejected Roman-style patriarchy, and taught that all believers are equal in Christ (Galatians 3:28).

3. Paul’s View on Gospel Freedom vs. False Covering Doctrine

False Covering Beliefs in Turf-Guarding Churches:

Claiming only their spiritual ‘covering’ is valid (e.g., you need to be under their authority to be blessed).
Using spiritual manipulation to keep people under control.
Treating independent ministries as rebellious or dangerous.

Paul’s Rebuke:
“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.” (Galatians 5:1)

Paul taught that our only covering is Christ. He warned against religious leaders who impose man-made restrictions on believers’ freedoms (Colossians 2:20-23).

No one has a monopoly on God’s calling or anointing. Paul himself was an independent missionary, sent out by the Holy Spirit—not by a turf-guarding organization.

4. Paul’s View on Ministry: Community Over Control

House-to-House, Relationship-Based Ministry (Acts 20:20)

Paul worked in an open, relational, organic model of church.
He built genuine friendships and taught believers to serve one another, not rule over one another.
Ministry was Spirit-led, not institutionally controlled.

Modern Turf-Guarding Churches Often:

Focus more on building their brand than on spreading the Gospel.
Reject outside ministers unless they conform to their structure.
Keep tight control over people’s callings rather than encouraging them.

Paul’s Rebuke:
“Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” (2 Corinthians 3:17)

Paul would reject denominational territorialism, the franchise-style church model, and legalistic control structures. He would emphasize Spirit-led unity, organic relationships, and mutual respect.

5. Paul’s Call to Humility, Not Roman Patricianism or Clergy Elitism

Turf-Guarding Churches Often Reflect Roman Hierarchy:

Clergy-laity division (high-ranking leaders vs. passive members).
“Big Boss” authoritarian leadership.
Bowing and scraping culture (favoritism toward influential people, suppressing dissent).
Cult-like groupthink (demanding total loyalty, discouraging independent thought).

Paul’s Rebuke:
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.” (Philippians 2:3-4)

Paul never demanded special treatment. He rebuked those who sought personal status and rejected any Roman-style authority structure in the church.

Final Verdict: Paul Would Strongly Oppose Turf-Guarding Churches

Paul’s model of church contradicts the modern territorial, hierarchical, personality-driven, and authoritarian approach to ministry.

He would call today’s churches to:
✅ Lay down personal empires and seek unity in Christ.
✅ Release control and trust the Holy Spirit to guide ministries.
✅ Stop blocking others from serving God outside their institutions.
✅ Uphold mutual submission (Ephesians 5:21) instead of domination.
✅ Reject hierarchy and favoritism (Philippians 2:3-4).

In short, Paul would call turf-guarding churches to repentance, reminding them that the Kingdom of God is not about empire-building, but about humility, unity, and freedom in Christ.

With all of that Pauline said, Dr T, oversee T states: there is a healthy, winsome, needed balance.

SISTER TAVEAU IS ALSO PRO “BEING MATURELY WATCHFUL”(PREVENTIVE)
Taveau asks Chat GPT for Scriptures which discuss the above:

Acts 20:28
“Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.”
1 Peter 5:2-3
“Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.”
Ezekiel 34:2-3
“Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God unto the shepherds; Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks? Ye eat the fat, and ye clothe you with the wool, ye kill them that are fed: but ye feed not the flock.”
Hebrews 13:17
“Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.”
Matthew 7:15
“Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.”
John 10:11
“I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.”
2 Timothy 4:2-4
“Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.”
Titus 1:9
“Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.”
Acts 20:29-30
“For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.”

These scriptures underscore the responsibility of spiritual leaders to guard the flock, protect against false teachings, and lead with integrity and care for the people they oversee.

Turf-Guarding Ministry vs. Ephesians 4 Community and True Biblical Relationship

Defining Turf-Guarding Ministry

Turf-guarding in ministry happens when leaders or groups protect their influence, resources, or perceived authority at the expense of genuine biblical relationship and mutual respect. This mindset can lead to exclusion, hierarchical control, and an unspoken “us versus them” mentality. Some characteristics of turf-guarding ministry include:

Authoritarianism: Leaders demand unquestioned submission instead of fostering mutual accountability.
False Covering Doctrine: The idea that believers must be “under” a specific leader or group to be considered legitimate in their calling or ministry.
Male-Dominated Power Structures: Certain groups enforce a Roman-style patrician system where women and non-conforming men are sidelined.
Competition and Fear of Losing Influence: Ministries view others as threats instead of co-laborers.
Suspicion and Gatekeeping: Newcomers or independent ministers are treated with skepticism rather than embraced as potential partners in the faith.

How This Stands in Contrast to the Ephesians 4 Community

Ephesians 4 describes a church body that is built on unity, diversity of gifts, and mutual edification. The focus is not on controlling people but on equipping the saints for the work of ministry. Some key points include:

Ephesians 4:11-12: The fivefold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers) exists to equip, not dominate. There is no biblical mandate for rigid submission to a single authority figure.
Ephesians 4:3-6: Emphasis on the unity of the Spirit and one faith—no room for power struggles or division based on personal turf-guarding.
Ephesians 4:15-16: Growth comes from “speaking the truth in love” and every joint supplying—not from hierarchy, fear, or exclusivity.

In contrast to turf-guarding, the Ephesians 4 community is relational, cooperative, and Spirit-led. Ministries and believers respect each other, recognizing that each person’s role is God-given and not controlled by man.

House-to-House Ministry and Relationship Respect

The First Church model was built on community, not empire-building:

Acts 2:46-47: Believers met daily in homes, shared meals, and enjoyed favor with all people. There was no centralized “turf” to protect—ministry flowed organically.
Acts 20:20: Paul taught “publicly and from house to house,” showing a decentralized, relational approach.
Romans 16:3-5: Priscilla and Aquila had a church in their home—no mention of requiring formal submission to a regional leader before gathering.

This stands in stark contrast to authoritarian structures that insist on controlling every home fellowship, policing “rogue” ministers, or enforcing patriarchal submission. The New Testament model was fluid, relationship-driven, and built on mutual service rather than hierarchy.

Ephesians 5:21 – Mutual Submission, Not Forced Hierarchy

“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.” – Ephesians 5:21

This verse destroys the idea that only certain people are in authority while others must bow and scrape. Mutual submission means:

Leaders and followers both submit to Christ and each other.
Women are not secondary citizens in ministry.
Submission is not one-directional; it is based on love and respect, not dominance.

This contradicts the “all-men’s club” mentality that some circles promote, where leadership is seen as a boys’ club and women (or those outside the power structure) are treated as second-class participants.

Philippians 2:4 – No One-Size-Fits-All Leadership Model

“Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.” – Philippians 2:4

This verse calls for a selfless, adaptable approach to ministry. Unlike rigid, hierarchical systems, biblical leadership:

Respects differences in calling, background, and ministry style.
Values collaboration over uniformity—one size does not fit all.
Focuses on people, not empire-building.

A healthy ministry lifts others up, shares power, and celebrates diversity instead of insisting on turf, forced submission, or outdated Roman-style authority models.

Conclusion: No Such Thing as a “False Covering” or “Bowing and Scraping” in Ministry

The Bible never teaches the need for an imposed “covering” where people must submit to a specific leader or church to be legitimate. Likewise, there is no biblical model for Roman-style patricianism where people must “bow and scrape” before human authority figures. Authoritarianism, forced submission, and cult-like structures are foreign to the New Testament church.

Instead, the biblical model is based on:

Respectful relationships (not rigid hierarchies).
Equipping and releasing people (not hoarding power).
Mutual submission (not forced control).
Serving the community (not guarding one’s own turf).

Those who engage in turf-guarding, false covering doctrine, or male-dominated power games are not reflecting the spirit of Christ or the teachings of Paul. The First Church was built on organic, Spirit-led relationships, where each person was free to serve God according to their calling, without being subject to man-made control systems.

Taveau asks Chat GPT
Please train the difference in “turf guarding” discernment versus ‘defiling a fellow persons, minister”

The Need for Proper Turf Guarding: Discernment vs. Defilement

In any thriving ministry, watchfulness and discernment are not only necessary but biblically mandated. Turf guarding, when done correctly, is about protecting the spiritual atmosphere, ensuring safety, and maintaining order in a world filled with spiritual deception, false brethren, and even real-life predators. However, there is a stark difference between wise discernment and fear-driven, biased, or even harmful suspicion.

1. The Biblical Mandate for Ongoing Spiritual Watchfulness

Proper spiritual guarding is not paranoia—it is responsible leadership and healthy community care. The Bible repeatedly warns about deception, wolves in sheep’s clothing, and the need to test all spirits (1 John 4:1).

Scriptural Basis for Being Watchful

Matthew 7:15-16 – “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits.”
Acts 20:28-31 – “Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock… for I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock.”
1 John 4:1 – “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”

2. The Right Way to “Turf Guard” in Ministry

A healthy ministry does not allow just anyone to influence or take part in leadership without evaluation, observation, and accountability. This includes leaders, church workers, visitors, newcomers, and even long-time members.

A wise leader or congregation:
✅Observes over time rather than jumping to conclusions
✅Looks at spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22-23) rather than surface appearances
✅Gives space for genuine seekers without immediate distrust
✅Confronts real problems biblically, using Matthew 18:15-17
✅Avoids favoritism and bias—treats all backgrounds, races, and statuses fairly
✅Discerns through the Holy Spirit, not gossip, assumptions, or “gut feelings” alone

Examples of Proper Turf Guarding:
✔Testing leaders before giving influence – Not every “gifted” person should be handed a microphone or position.
✔Protecting women and children – Background checks and discernment prevent hidden predators.
✔Watching for divisive spirits – Some enter churches only to gossip, accuse, or divide.
✔Ensuring doctrinal soundness – Some bring in false teachings that seem “Christian” but are destructive.

3. The Danger of Unbiblical, Fleshly “Turf Guarding”

Not all “spiritual guarding” is biblical. Some ministries go too far, crossing the line into:

❌Accusation instead of observation – Judging too soon without evidence
❌Paranoia instead of peace – Always suspecting someone of evil, even without proof
❌Defiling women or single visitors – Labeling, profiling, or assuming bad intentions without cause
❌Targeting people based on bias – Judging by race, style, personality, or economic class
❌False discernment based on emotions – Feeling “off” about someone but never actually interacting with them
❌Ignoring Jesus’ method – Christ engaged people first, rather than sizing them up from a distance

Many leaders think they are being “prophetic” when they are actually being controlling, fearful, and judgmental. This creates an atmosphere of suspicion, not the love of Christ.

4. The Responsibility of ALL Believers to “Test the Spirits”

Turf guarding should not be left to pastors alone. Every visitor, layperson, leader, newcomer, long-time member, single parent, and person of every color and background should be encouraged to:

✔Test the spirits – Is this a healthy church or a controlling one?
✔Observe leadership fruit – Do they walk in love, joy, and peace?
✔Ensure biblical conduct – Are they Christlike, or just religious?
✔Look for bias or favoritism – Are certain “types” of people unfairly targeted?
✔Measure ministry against the Bible – Do they follow Jesus’ ways, or do they act like Pharisees?

Final Contrast: Wise Discernment vs. Fleshly Suspicion

Biblical Discernment	Fleshly Suspicion
Tests spirits through relationship	Judges from a distance
Looks at spiritual fruit over time	Forms quick opinions
Guards without bias or partiality	Judges based on personal preferences
Uses God’s wisdom (James 3:17)	Uses fear, pride, or paranoia
Protects with love and peace	Creates division and control

The true biblical approach is wise, fair, and Christlike. The fleshly approach is harmful, divisive, and Pharisaical. Ministries that lean toward fleshly suspicion often push away the very people Christ came to save.

Conclusion: The Call to Biblical, Fair-Minded Watchfulness

Yes, we must be watchful, discerning, and protective of the church. However, we must guard the right way—without paranoia, defiling, false accusation, or religious bias. Every believer has the right and responsibility to evaluate not just visitors but also pastors, leaders, and the ministry itself.

A truly healthy, Christlike church welcomes all people while maintaining wise, biblical protection—free from judgmental or controlling behavior.

TOPIC Sister T’s Training for SANE, WHOLESOME, NEEDED, WINSOME Turf Guarding

Sister T’s Training for Turf Guarding: A Christlike Approach

Rather than accusing, suspecting, giving the evil eye, or reading into a person’s “thirst” (which often reflects a need for Jesus, acceptance, belonging, or healing), a truly Christlike ministry approach avoids false labeling and sabotaging reputations. Instead, when encountering a new person that feels “off” or unfamiliar, the biblically wise thing to do is:

1. Assess and Evaluate Based on James 3:17

“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.”

When evaluating someone,(by their actions, not their “TYPE”), (however, continue to assess them by this
PS Also the lay, attending persons in the congregation, new visitors, test drivers, single parents, also should evaluate all of the top leader, elders, staff, cell leaders, etc for the exact same things:
✔Is their spirit pure?
✔Are they peaceable, or do they cause division?
✔Are they gentle, or do they dominate and control?
✔Are they open to reason, or defensive and hard?
✔Do they show mercy, or are they judgmental?
✔Do they bear good fruit?(See Galatians 5:22-23 below)
✔Are they impartial, or do they show favoritism?
✔Are they genuine, or do they act hypocritically?

2. Check each one check out the rest, for the “behavior” actions, which role models Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: (self Government!) against such there is no law.”

If someone is truly walking with God, over time you will see these qualities:
✔Love – Do they love people, or just “their kind”?
✔Joy – Do they radiate joy, or are they constantly suspicious and negative?
✔Peace – Do they bring calm or cause tension?
✔Patience – Do they allow people to grow, or are they quick to condemn?
✔Kindness – Are they welcoming, or do they have an “us vs. them” mindset?
✔Goodness – Do they truly care about others’ well-being?
✔Faithfulness – Are they consistent in their walk with Christ?
✔ Gentleness – Do they handle people with care, or are they harsh?
✔ Self-control – Can they restrain themselves, or are they reactive and judgmental?

3. Relate to Others as 1 John 1:7 Commands

“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.”

To walk in the light means:
✔ No secretive, cliquish, or turf-guarding behavior
✔ No silent profiling or hidden judgments
✔ No spying or treating others with suspicion without cause
✔ Instead, we engage, relate, and discern through relationship—not assumption

4. The Same Standard Applies to Leaders

Just as we assess newcomers, every congregation, visitor, minister, lay leader, cell group, and church member should also evaluate the top leaders, staff, elders, and small group leadersby these exact same biblical standards.

This ensures a safe, peaceful, and harmonious faith community. If the leaders fail to display James 3:17 wisdom or the fruits of the Spirit, the congregation should prayerfully reconsider whether they are being led correctly.

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