Revitalize and Replant Bad and Good Reasons to Leave a Church
Dec 16, 2025
The hosts delve into the reasons people leave churches, highlighting both poor and justified motivations. They caution against exiting due to personal offenses or secondary doctrinal disagreements, advocating for unity and reconciliation instead. The conversation emphasizes the importance of submitting to church leadership and maintaining a biblical perspective on church membership. Good reasons for departure, such as a shift away from the gospel or serious doctrinal errors, are also discussed, along with legitimate personal circumstances that may necessitate a move.
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Don’t Flee When Members Sin
- Leaving a church because of someone's sin avoids biblical responsibility and undermines holiness.
- Mark Clifton urges confronting and pursuing redemptive discipline rather than abandoning the congregation.
Fight Only For Core Doctrines
- Avoid splitting fellowship over secondary or tertiary doctrinal disputes that don't affect salvation.
- Mark Hallock and Mark Clifton counsel contending for core beliefs but agreeing to disagree in love on non-essentials.
Unity Is A Spiritual Battle
- Preserving unity is evidence of genuine Christian love and salvation.
- The hosts emphasize that unity requires intentional battle, not passive expectation.
