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To: LaineyDee
The problem "I" have with the judgements here..are that they do so on the outward physical appearance of Jan Crouch, instead of searching out what the "Crouches" actually do . . .

I have not attacked her dress or makeup nor attacked them in any way, personally. I have watched their program. I believe they do love the Lord. My comments are on what I perceive, as represented in this thread, to be the root of the problem: what they have done, by purchasing a home so expensive, is caused others to question their sincerity. I have not questioned their sincerity. The scriptures I have quoted refer to Christians, leaders, teachers, leading by example because they are held to a higher standard (by God). We need to be sensitive and careful about what we do so it does not cause others to stumble. In their conscience, they may believe what they have done is okay. But it is obviously causing many people to question their motives. And that is the problem. Had they refrained from purchasing such an elaborate home, perhaps they would have given up something they would rather have, but then they wouldn't be having people question them--Christians and non-Christians. It isn't as if what they've done is a sin in and of itself, but it is creating a division (and I'm sure not just on this thread). Christ would have us act in ways that unite, not divide, leaving no room for attack. We are none of us perfect. And I bet if they realized this purchase would cause such a stir, they would have had second thoughts about going through with it.

396 posted on 12/02/2001 10:23:03 AM PST by nicmarlo
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To: nicmarlo
But it is obviously causing many people to question their motives.

And the "world" questions our existance because it offends them. *chuckle* It may offend many Christians who don't understand or even know what their motives were in buying this house (immediately jumping to conclusions that it has to be for evil/selfish purposes) My point remains that they are judging, criticizing, etc.... with only presumptions to go on....very little facts. As others have put forward... it could be an investment tactic. I'll wait til I hear the other side of the story before I get in a tizzy over it.

397 posted on 12/02/2001 11:37:55 AM PST by LaineyDee
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