*** Nathaniel Morales found guilty on all counts of sex abuse. Pastor said under oath he failed to report sex abuse to authorities. Not looking good for Sovereign Grace Ministries and C.J. Mahaney. ** Brent Detwiler just reported this on his Facebook page. He was there. Will try to update later. … Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: Verdict in Nathaniel Morales Sex Abuse Case – Guilty on All Five Counts
Category: Sovereign Grace Ministries Lawsuit
The Gospel Coalition’s Joe Carter, Publicly Attacks Sarah Palin for her Use of the Word, “Baptism”
*** Joe Carter of The Gospel Coalition publicly attacks Sarah Palin for her use of the word "baptism" in the context of a NRA political rally. *** *** "Well, if I were in charge, they would know that waterboarding is how we baptize terrorists." ~Sarah Palin ** Joe Carter, an editor at The Gospel Coalition seems… Continue reading The Gospel Coalition’s Joe Carter, Publicly Attacks Sarah Palin for her Use of the Word, “Baptism”
The Photo Promotion of C.J. Mahaney at Together for the Gospel
*** C.J. Mahaney is pictured in front-row seats at the Together for the Gospel conference after publicly saying he would not participate due to the distraction of the Sovereign Grace Ministries lawsuit. *** Note: Brent Detwiler graciously allowed me to cross-post the following article which was originally found at his site. SSB has covered… Continue reading The Photo Promotion of C.J. Mahaney at Together for the Gospel
C.J. Mahaney Speaks at Conference with Dr. Albert Mohler
* * * It looks like a familiar name has been up to his usual antics. CJ Mahaney, pastor of Sovereign Grace Church of Louisville, Kentucky, spoke along with Albert Mohler over the weekend at the Conviction to Lead conference at Cornerstone Church in Knoxville. * * … Continue reading C.J. Mahaney Speaks at Conference with Dr. Albert Mohler
Where’s the Integrity? Mohler, Burk on Abuse
* * * When the facts became known, the firings of both Paterno and Spanier were inevitable and necessary. Both men had credible knowledge that young boys were being sexually abused, and neither did anything effective to stop it. Most crucially, neither man did what they should have done within… Continue reading Where’s the Integrity? Mohler, Burk on Abuse
What are the similarities between the SGM and Dubai Abuse Cases?
* * * I got all worked up after reading the following article. Of course it was the initial outrage because of the story, but there was something more beneath that story. What was it? Well, of course, it was reminding me of how victims reach out for help from pastors… Continue reading What are the similarities between the SGM and Dubai Abuse Cases?
Dr. Wayne Grudem to Speak at C.J. Mahaney’s Church “to Signal Support in the Face of Unjust Accusations”
* * * I came across an interesting comment at SGMSurvivor blog and thought it was important enough to give it a wider audience so as not to get lost in the comments. SGMSurvivors.com reader Todd Wilhelm commented that he had sent an e-mail to Dr. Wayne Grudem, urging him to… Continue reading Dr. Wayne Grudem to Speak at C.J. Mahaney’s Church “to Signal Support in the Face of Unjust Accusations”
The Clanging Cymbal Tweet of Pastor Jared Mellinger
* * * * * * I saw a disturbing tweet come through my Twitter feed by Jared Mellinger, senior pastor at Covenant Fellowship Church. Please note that I typed "senior pastor." Covenant Fellowship Church is part of Sovereign Grace Ministries, the same family of churches in… Continue reading The Clanging Cymbal Tweet of Pastor Jared Mellinger
C.J. Mahaney withdraws Himself from T4G Conference
* * * At the T4G website, a note was posted that C.J. Mahaney will not be speaking at the 2014 Together for the Gospel conference. The conference is in Mahaney's hometown of Louisville and speakers include Ligon Duncan, Albert Mohler, Mark Dever, David Platt, John Piper, Kevin DeYoung, Thabiti Anyabwile, and Matt… Continue reading C.J. Mahaney withdraws Himself from T4G Conference
Learn and Discern: Government is Evil
* * * Yesterday, GRACE published an excellent article by Victor Vieth and linked to the Paul Washer video that I posted in yesterday's article (video is posted below in this article). GRACE is a non-profit organization made up of highly trained and experienced multi-disciplinary professionals who seek to educate and… Continue reading Learn and Discern: Government is Evil
SBC Developments: Brave Action, Not Vague Resolutions, Stops Crimes against Kids
* * * There has been positive development with regard to the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) and a sex abuse resolution proposed by pastor and blogger, Peter Lumpkins. The following video shows Peter Lumpkins presenting the resolution to SBC President Fred Luter. * * * Peter Lumpkins… Continue reading SBC Developments: Brave Action, Not Vague Resolutions, Stops Crimes against Kids
Statement from T4G: Mohler, Dever, Duncan in Support of C.J. Mahaney Was Altered!
* * * Today I was disappointed to discover that the public statement released by highly respected Christian leaders, Albert Mohler, Mark Dever, and Ligon Duncan in support of their friend, C.J. Mahaney, was altered. The original statement which was posted on Facebook is not the same statement currently posted on… Continue reading Statement from T4G: Mohler, Dever, Duncan in Support of C.J. Mahaney Was Altered!
Mark Dever and CJ Mahaney Lovefest Continues: Shocking on So Many Levels
* * * Mark Dever Praises Embattled CJ Mahaney - YouTube Mark Dever and other leaders came to Louisville, Kentucky last weekend to preach at C.J. Mahaney's church. Mark Dever roasted the man who wrote the book on humility, C.J. Mahaney. I transcribed a few sentences here: "What a joy this… Continue reading Mark Dever and CJ Mahaney Lovefest Continues: Shocking on So Many Levels
Plaintiffs in SGM Lawsuit file “Motion to Reconsider” Regarding Statute of Limitations Ruling and Conspiracy Claims
* * * Attorneys for the Plaintiffs in the Sovereign Grace Ministries et al lawsuit have recently submitted a Motion to Reconsider filing to the court. It is nine pages long. * * * Brent Detwiler has weighed in on the new filing.
TGC & T4G: It’s Not about the Nail, it’s about the SGM Survivors!
* * * * * * Have you seen this video? I liked it enough that I posted it on my blog's Facebook page. The person who recommended it, Denny Burk, is one who has publicly given his support to C.J. Mahaney. Just a bit ago,… Continue reading TGC & T4G: It’s Not about the Nail, it’s about the SGM Survivors!
Discernment: You, Some Woman, or Phil Johnson?
* * * I remember my mother’s prayers and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life. Abraham Lincoln Today I read a comment on a blog that absolutely floored me. Early on in my lawsuit case, I contacted a couple of pastors from a well-known church. As I tried… Continue reading Discernment: You, Some Woman, or Phil Johnson?
Just like that: T4G Statement of Support for Mahaney is Removed!!
* * * UPDATE AT BOTTOM OF POST!!**** This morning, I started to add a new comment to the Together for the Gospel statement released on Facebook yesterday and noticed the comment number decreasing. When I refreshed the screen, the whole thing was GONE! Zilch, Nada! I'd love to be a… Continue reading Just like that: T4G Statement of Support for Mahaney is Removed!!
Mohler, Dever, and Duncan break their silence and release statement in support of C.J. Mahaney
* * * * * * Notice the date of that tweet? October 17, 2012 right about the time the lawsuit came out. After all of this silence, they now speak. I am issuing a trigger alert. This may produce strong negative emotional or physical responses. *… Continue reading Mohler, Dever, and Duncan break their silence and release statement in support of C.J. Mahaney
The Legal “Perfect Storm” for Enabling Sex Abuse
* * * First things first - I have seen several news reports wrongly report that Judge Burrell recently dismissed the Sovereign Grace Ministries (SGM) lawsuit. That is not true. I contacted Attorney Susan Burke to make sure I was understanding it correctly and asked if she could send me a… Continue reading The Legal “Perfect Storm” for Enabling Sex Abuse
Sovereign Grace Ministries Lawsuit Whirlwind Recap
* * * This Sovereign Grace Ministries lawsuit has been said to be the largest of its kind in evangelical churches in the last century. People need to be paying attention. The lawsuit came as a result of people sharing their stories on survivor blogs, eventually connecting, and taking action… Continue reading Sovereign Grace Ministries Lawsuit Whirlwind Recap
Spiritual Sounding Board 