Review of Mission Hillls Church

4 years ago

Hi Sammie,

Hi Sammie,

I am truly sorry that you feel the way you do about Mission Hills Church. Permit me to provide a bit of elucidation. Initially, I did not understand the context of our Pastor's sermon about respecting authority; however, after hearing Mike speak, I fully understood. The foundational tenets of Mike's sermon were directly from the Bible. In Romans 13:1-5 it is written:

Respect for Authority

13 Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. 2 So anyone who rebels against authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and they will be punished. 3 For the authorities do not strike fear in people who are doing right, but in those who are doing wrong. Would you like to live without fear of the authorities? Do what is right, and they will honor you. 4 The authorities are God s servants, sent for your good. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. They are God s servants, sent for the very purpose of punishing those who do what is wrong. 5 So you must submit to them, not only to avoid punishment, but also to keep a clear conscience.

In essence, what the passage relates is that it is God's design, and "The authorities are God's servants, sent for your good" - even though it may be very difficult to understand the purpose of God's design. We must have faith, and I do hope that you will come back to our wonderful church community. I would love to discuss some of my thoughts with you, and listen to your thoughts and concerns.

God Bless,
Jim Savard