09/07/2026
When I consider Paul’s words in Galatians 6:1, regarding restoration, I often wonder why we don’t see this modeled in a widespread manner among the saints. Unfortunately, we live in an era where exposure, pointing out failures, criticisms, etc have become the norm. This is not to say that exposure and accountability aren’t biblical; they are. Those principles should be carried out in ways that fully align with the full canonical witness of scripture.
My great concern however, rests in the fact that restoration has become a great rarity in this age. I’ve often wondered why, and while pondering this matter, I began to receive some clarity on this. Unfortunately, there are leaders and believers within the body of Christ that don’t want to see certain individuals restored because they secretly want them OUT OF THE PICTURE 😳. Yes I know. Shocking right? Sadly, there are individuals within the church that view other leaders as competitors.
This mindset and heart posture is functioning as a great catalyst of division. When the heart is postured in this manner, it becomes difficult to restore a fallen brother or sister in Christ. Rather than seeking restoration, this heart posture encourages the individual to silently rejoice in people’s downfalls while also refusing to earnestly pray for them and if possible reach out to them for the purposes of restoration.
To secretly desire another’s downfall is not only biblically incompatible, it is also highly demonic. At no point should we view believers as competitors. We should not view other churches, apostles, prophets, evangelists, bishops, etc as competitors. This is not the way of Christ. It’s the way of the world, that is, the anti-Christ system that opposes Christ and the kingdom of God. This competitive heart posture has lead to the creation of networks and churches that God did not authorize.
This competitive heart posture is one that is rooted in envy, jealousy, identity confusion, rejection, and pride to name a few. This competitive heart posture has caused some to view themselves as celebrities when Christ has called them to be servants! This heart posture has lead to numerous baseless accusations against true men and women of God without any tangible evidence. It’s even caused believers to partner with hell by creating evil emulations, evil intentions, and various imprecatory words and prayers that have been used in attempts to curse other believers! God is not pleased with this stuff! These actions contradict the will of the Lord in numerous ways!
As this revelation began to be unveiled, I began to see various scriptures that warn believers about the dangers of “biting and devouring” one another. Sadly, in some capacity, we have become comfortable participating in campaigns that focus on biting and devouring one another. In some capacity, we’ve become comfortable with watching such activities take place in the church ⛪️. To see this is truly heartbreaking. 💔
Anyone that knows me, knows that I am one that is an advocate for accountability in every possible biblical context. However, some of the things that are taking place are occurring well outside of the scope of accountability and are functioning more as tools of slander, division, and in some cases malice. I’m truly praying that the “restoration of the saints” will become the norm. Restoration requires cooperation from the guilty party, spiritual maturity of the restorer, humility, and love, in order for it to be effective. I honestly pray that we fully prioritize praying for people’s repentance, praying for the unity of the saints, praying for the consecration of the saints, and praying for the exposure and removal of wicked leaders from positions of power and influence within the church.
God Bless!
