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“Is it time to find a new church?” with Pastor Rich Lusk

Jul 23, 2025
Pastor Rich Lusk, a Reformed Catholic leader, dives into the pressing question of whether it's time to find a new church after the challenges brought on by COVID-19. He emphasizes key factors like aligning personal beliefs with church teachings and the crucial role of leadership in spiritual growth. Discussing accountability in faith communities, Lusk highlights the need for churches to adhere to biblical principles. He also explores the importance of masculine leadership and the value of Christian education in nurturing the next generation's faith.
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INSIGHT

COVID Revealed Church Failures

  • COVID-19 revealed many churches' failure of nerve in standing against authoritarian mandates.
  • This event exposed which churches remained faithful and which drifted toward progressivism and wokeness.
INSIGHT

Churches Shape Christian Leaders

  • Churches must disciple people to engage culture and government biblically.
  • Without proper teaching, Christian politicians fail to govern according to God's standards.
ADVICE

Evaluate Churches by Three Marks

  • Evaluate churches by the three marks: faithful preaching, right sacraments, and wise discipline.
  • Prioritize churches with men as godly leaders who nurture masculinity and families in biblical roles.
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