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not to mention the inference that men can't control themselves sexually

I didn’t read him inferring that men can’t control themselves. I think you assumed an inference: I took it to mean that some men won’t control themselves.

I said it my first post that it was a bad way to say it. So I’m judging his oratory skills. But I want more evidence before I join the Christiophobic media in calling for his resignation.

It isn't 'Christiophobic' (I don't think that's a word) to read something like this and decide that the person is stupid and unworthy of leading a Christian congregation.

He also said, "I'm right though, I can't help it if you don't like it, I'm right. 'Cause, you know, a man's a man. A man's a man!"

Sounds like he’s talking about MEN, not just ‘some’ men.

And of course, he’s issued the obligaory ‘apology’ of people who know they’re in trouble and need to fix things, in which he admits that rape under any circumstances is...never excusable:

’I want to express my deep regret for the statements made from the pulpit. I am only beginning to understand the hurt and offense caused, and I take full responsibility for my words. As a pastor, I failed to uphold the biblical values of love and compassion. I apologize for the pain caused and commit to learning from making this foolish and sinful statement. Bible Baptist Tabernacle and I unequivocally stand on the biblical position that rape under any circumstances is a heinous crime to be punished severely and is never excusable. I want our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to be glorified through my life. He deserves my BEST not my WORST! I earnestly seek your forgiveness as I reaffirm my commitment to serve our community with unwavering integrity, humility, and profound love. I deserve for folks to be extremely upset with me, but I ask you to please forgive me.

The only problem I have with the article is that the people who objected aren’t specifically identified as members of the congregation. It will be interesting to see how many members of this church actually condone what he said and have no problem with it, instead of ejecting him.