Vision Forum Ministries: The Tenets of Biblical Patriarchy

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Let's do a study of their Tenets of Biblical Patriarchy. There's so much stuff to talk about in the actual tenets that I thought maybe we could do a section a day, and start with the preamble.

Vision Forum Ministries Editorial Note:

From time to time, God in His providence, allows not only for the testing of his saints, but for divisions, schisms and heresies to arise, that from such, His Church will grow in maturity and purity of faith, doctrine and practice. It is in the context of such “testing times†that God’s people are often reminded to “open the lost book of the law,†and return to the ancient paths — the eternal, unchanging truths found within the pages of Holy Scripture.

Central to the crisis of this era is the systematic attack on the timeless truths of biblical patriarchy. This attack includes the movement to subvert the biblical model of the family, and redefine the very meaning of fatherhood and motherhood, masculinity, femininity, and the parent and child relationship. We emphasize the importance of biblical patriarchy, not because it is greater than other doctrines, but because it is being actively attacked by unbelievers and professing Christians alike. Egalitarian feminism is a false ideology that has bred false doctrine in the church and seduced many believers. In conscious opposition to feminism, egalitarianism, and the humanistic philosophies of the present time, the church should proclaim the Gospel centered doctrine of biblical patriarchy as an essential element of God’s ordained pattern for human relationships and institutions.

There have been public statements recently against “legalistic patriarchy†and “hegemonic patriarchy†which have convinced us of the need for this kind of summary statement. We are anxious that what we actually teach be understood.

By way of background, we want to emphasize that we affirm the historic creeds and confessions of the Christian church (e.g., Apostles Creed, Nicene Creed, London and Westminster Confession, etc.) and understand them to present a balanced view of our faith. The Christian faith centers on Jesus Christ and is grounded on the written word of God. These are the truly vital concerns of life.

Biblical patriarchy is just one theme in the Bible’s grand sweep of revelation, but it is a scriptural doctrine, and faithfulness to Christ requires that it be believed, taught, and lived. The following are a list of affirmations which describe the perspective of Doug Phillips of Vision Forum Ministries, Phil Lancaster of Patriarch magazine and R.C. Sproul, Jr., of the Highlands Study Center. This document, drafted by Phil Lancaster, with the advice and counsel of others, is offered in an attempt to clarify what we mean by “biblical patriarchy.†We view this as an accurate working document, and invite feedback from anyone as we attempt to improve this statement over time.

In what follows, the number of words devoted to a tenet does not necessarily indicate the relative importance of that topic, but may rather indicate our sense of how much explanation is necessary given how unfamiliar or disputable the topic may be. Here, then, are the Tenets of Biblical Patriarchy.

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I know I have feedback. :lol:

[doggie]

GET IT THROUGH YOUR HEADS we don't live in biblical times. people have matured and changed and have become civilized woman are not property and men have been proven fallible.

[twin2]

My thoughts

1. What is it with the word providence?

2. To me, the whole thing reads "Waaah, waah, waaah, Worship me I'm a man!" I think Dougie must have the smallest ego in the world.

3. The Bible is ONE book out of how many? Yes, one book should dictate how all of all societies should run. Fine, if you believe that, follow the whole Bible, every single law! I'm pretty sure your little Vision Forum "Ministry" probably violates a few laws, not to mention Jesus was not to keen about selling wares in the name of God.

[hoipolloi]

I think Dougie must have the smallest ego in the world.

Probably not as small as something else of Dougie's!

[doggie]

smaller then that Chinese guy in hangover 2. he had no room for blood to well the second head so it just swelled the first head.

[fundiefan]

Let's do a study of their Tenets of Biblical Patriarchy. There's so much stuff to talk about in the actual tenets that I thought maybe we could do a section a day, and start with the preamble.

I know I have feedback. :lol:

I have yet to see or read consensus on what those truths are, what they mean, how they're to be enforced...nothing.

I'm not quite sure who is redefining things either. But hey, I am not the all knowing Dougie or any other patriarchal asshole who needs to make money by duping anyone who will listen.

'Biblical patriarchy' is a made up phrase and concept. Made up by insecure little men who found no other way to validate themselves or feel as special as they think they must be.

[gustava]

And Jesus was such a biiiiiiiiiiiiggggggggggg patriarch, father of sooooooooooooo many children. Partrarchy is such a Jesus thing!

[doggie]

I'm not quite sure who is redefining things either. But hey, I am not the all knowing Dougie or any other patriarchal asshole who needs to make money by duping anyone who will listen.

'Biblical patriarchy' is a made up phrase and concept. Made up by insecure little men who found no other way to validate themselves or feel as special as they think they must be.

why can't they just buy a sports car like every other ageing guy that needs mechanical Viagra.

[gustava]

why can't they just buy a sports car like every other ageing guy that needs mechanical Viagra.

Jesus didn't have a sports car.

[twin2]

Probably not as small as something else of Dougie's!

LOL, its probably tinier than a flea's ear.

Actually, I meant to say that he has the most fragile ego in the world. His ego is actually pretty big, which is how he compensates for the puny man stick.

[SamuraiKatz]

If they want to be "patriarchs" so badly, perhaps they should be set up in the desert with some goats, sheep, camels, tents, wives and children. Just like Moses or one of those other biblical patriarchal types. It would be interesting to see how long these manly dudes and their anacondas would last. Kinda like Biblical Survivor or something. Would definitely be more interesting than 19 Kids...or is it 20 Kids.....I've lost count they have so many....

[Soulhuntress]

God does not have grandchildren. 'nuff said