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"This needed to be said Kevin, thank you. I believe you are getting to heart of the problem in the church. Instead of a Christian being allowed to exercise their own conscience, the conscience of a few people living in South Carolina and California is forced upon the entire brotherhood." ~Anonymous

"Great blog, Kevin. I'm originally from Stanton (I remember you being a young boy there). I Spent almost twenty years in the church seeing many of the things you speak about but keeping them in the back of my mind, and doubting my own feelings that something wasn't right.

"This constant gossiping was so confusing because it was OK for teachers to talk about people, but no one else to even question actions of a teacher. Being outside of that influence and away from the constant intimidation, it is so much more clear. There was no love or understanding. I'm sure most, except for the leaders, know something is wrong if they would just be honest with themselves. I regret so much putting my children through this more than I regret putting myself through it.

"I'm just glad I left. No need for being bitter toward anyone because it was my choice to be there and stay there. Keep up the good work." ~Loraine Forshee

I have read every word of this blog… I spent many hours/days reading… Feeling so sick inside… I felt so grateful to find this blog." ~Anonymous

"I left the group because I realized that what the group taught and what God teaches were often-not always-vastly different. I had to make a choice; stay out of fear, obligation, because of relationships, or leave so I could continue to follow Christ. I left. You know, one thing I heard A LOT while in the group is that “fallen away ones” are always longing to come back into the group.” At the time I believed it, but I just haven’t found it to be true! If it were, there would be plenty of people flocking back, and it isn’t happening. I have been in contact with quite a few who have left, and not one of us has thoughts about going back. Ever." ~Debby Stevens

"What’s ironic is that we point these things out to them only for them to ignore, dismiss and scoff at the blog both publicly in talks or sermons, and among themselves in secret. For you leaders and members of the SCOC who still read this blog, it’s one thing to dismiss the dissenters, but when you have people in your own ranks parroting the SAME EXACT PROBLEMS we talk about here (some of whom don’t even read the blog yet they see the same things we do), it may be time to consider your ways instead of having “unity” (conformity) meetings trying to ignore it." ~Advocate for Peace

"I too am a current member in 'good standing' in the church. I read the blog and I know of two other current members who also read it. I am sure you're wondering why in the world I would still be attending after reading all of this. Honestly, I am weak and just don't have the courage to leave because of family members who are still involved. Because of the threat of withdrawal for murmuring it's impossible to ask others what they think of the blog posts and videos. I am sure I will leave someday, I'm just not quite ready." ~Anonymous

"I'm currently a member in "good standing" in the church. I read the blog, even though its frowned upon. I can't begin to tell you how closely the comments and personal testimonies align and match what's happening in the church. You read something here, and it opens your eyes to that behavior now. so that when you see it happening, you instantly think about who it happened to here on this blog, and you know the damage it causing." ~Anonymous

"I’m not giving up on God like they believe I’m lost now. I’m so glad I found this blog. It helped open my eyes to what I was a part of for TOO long." ~Not going back

“Dear sir, this plan of making our own nest, and fluttering over our own brood; of building our own tent, and of confining all goodness and grace to our noble selves and the “elect few” who are like us, is the quintessence of sublimated pharisaism. The old Pharisees were but babes in comparison to the modern: and the longer I live, and the more I reflect upon God and man–heaven and earth–the Bible and the world–the Redeemer and his church–the more I am assured that all sectarianism is the offspring of hell; and that all differences about words, and names, and opinions, hatched in Egypt, or Rome, or Edinburgh, are like the frolics of drunken men; and that where there is a new creature, or a society of them, with all their imperfections and frailties, and errors in sentiment, in views, and opinions, they ought to receive one another, and the strong to support the weak, and not to please themselves. To lock ourselves up in the bandbox of our own little circle; to associate with a few units, tens, or hundreds, as the pure church, as the elect, is real Protestant monkery, it is evangelical pharisaism.” Alexander Campbell

“If you can’t counter it in your heart, you will be affected. A lot of people say, ‘Gary you’re just trying to censor people from their God-given right to look at whatever it is that they’re going to look at.’ Go ahead and look at it. But I can only say to you, be admonished, and be well-versed. If you’re not having the ability to counter whatever it is that comes your way. Or all of a sudden someone comes and says something, and it hooks you in, you’re lured in with hook, line, and sinker, you have no one to thank but yourself. Our admonition is not to forbid anyone from doing anything, unless it’s a sin.” Gary Preman

Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudA recurring theme in Stanton is teaching on pity parties, depression, and discouragement. Every human in history has dealt with these, they are not uncommon. What defines humans is not if they deal wi…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudSo, these nefarious machinations are what is behind the situation where it's hard for a man to provide for his wife and family. Also, women were given the vote in 1920 with the 19th Amendment, and whe…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudInteresting. I also heard, from an evangelist, that the preacher from San Antonio, who was a very hard working, and righteous family man, (though I don't understand watching movies and television at a…
Anonymous on Go ahead and be proudThe movie was the passion of the Christ. The carpenter now lives in San Antonio TX, and the point intended was that when a "golden child" is made to suffer they will not accept a lower seat but will c…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudYes, indeed, there is preferring in Stanton, and it's especially apparent in churches with dominant women teachers, who have cliques. Their inner circle gets preferential treatment. They are clearly n…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudNo, my differences is with ideology, not people and the church. Writing off an entire organization is a great way to make sure you shut their ears to everything one has to say. Jesus didn't approach t…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudLori – I am amazed at the wisdom of God in your post and your courage to share it. This is not a popular message but a critically needed one. There is an absolute crisis with troubled marriages in the…
Craig Cusick on Go ahead and be proudAnon, excellent points. The lack of love is consistent in Merie’s cult. It all stems from Merie on down to leadership of today. They claim to be the only ones who know what true love is. That is a com…
Anonymous on Go ahead and be proudIn looking for examples of haughty people who took a fall I think of Nebachadezz who when he had exalted himself apparently lost his sanity and was driven from men until seven times had passed over. I…
Anonymous on Go ahead and be proudIn studying narcissistic leaders I find they will have two kinds of followers: a golden child who can do no wrong and scapegoats who can do no right. There is such thing as a "thinking error" when an…
Lynn on Go ahead and be proudOutside of learning from this current COC since the early 80's, I have read a lot of the COC, that Merie came out of, taught and saw a lot of what made them go off. I have studied to an extent what ot…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudToday, JI, from Huntsville, AL, preached a powerful sermon. He detailed how the church has misconstrued fear, and so, because they misunderstand and misinterpret Gods love, they are unable to show thi…
Craig Cusick on Go ahead and be proudCurious Chris, yes they may have some flattering names for me. Once again Curious Chris, you too have identified them as a cult. Go back and read your comments. I do not believe any church is perfect.…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudOne of the main problems with Stanton, is women, beginning with Merie, usurping the man's role and teaching. Women will claim the men aren't fit to lead, but they have been fighting for power since da…
Anonymous on Go ahead and be proudI saw a different application of Proverbs 16:18. I saw my teaching preacher and his wife, also a teacher flatter new babes with love bombing , plenty of attention, never reproving them as long as the…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudBelow are excerpts from an article entitled Marxist Feminism’s Ruined Lives. It was written by Mallory Millett whose sister, Kate Millett author of “The Bible of Women’s Liberation,” was heavily invol…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudI'm sure they have some pretty flattering names for you too, Craig. And, nothing will be resolved. Which church do you propose they join? Catholics, Mormons, SDA, JW's, Lutherans, Presbyterians, Episc…
Craig Cusick on Go ahead and be proudCurious Chris, I call Merie’s church a cult because it is one. I’m only seeking to expose them for what and who they are. Change will only come if they close up shop and join a healthy church. Easy to…
Curious Chris on The swan dive into hellI concur with Kevin. Women have a very important role to play, but, it’s not teaching and voting. Agree with searching the scriptures, however, we’ve had 2,000 years of those trying to obey the script…
Curious Chris on Go ahead and be proudCan you advise exactly how calling Stanton a cult is leading to change? Does Christ want to destroy sinners, or bring them to salvation? Is that not the same with churches? Anyone can name call. Few c…

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