It seems that folks don't know their Bible and "itching ears" have become Gospel. How sad.
;) I'd better not speak up behind them and say BOOO to them. There's no telling how they'll react.
It's not so much that they don't know their Bible, as it is twisting the Scripture to fit their own preconceived notions and abberant teachings. Don't forget that the Devil himself is orthodox and knows the Bible better than you or me.