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Jerry Falwell resigns from Liberty University following allegations of sexual tryst
Religion News ^ | August 24, 2020 | Yonat Shimron

Posted on 08/24/2020 2:15:19 PM PDT by FewsOrange

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To: RatRipper

That’s a good quote. I’m saving it!


22 posted on 08/24/2020 2:39:46 PM PDT by bethelgrad
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To: Texas_Guy

Huh? I know of no pastor that isn’t even-handed on this issue.

Colby Garman is a good friend of mine, I lived 700 meters from his house. He was absolutely correct in calling for his dismissal.

And there is redemption.


23 posted on 08/24/2020 2:41:37 PM PDT by Salvavida
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To: Meatspace

That would be a big no, right there.


24 posted on 08/24/2020 2:42:00 PM PDT by Trillian
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To: Seruzawa

Oh that kind of integrity. Not even sure about that. These are not new allegations.


25 posted on 08/24/2020 2:42:30 PM PDT by babble-on
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To: FormerFRLurker

He’s a lawyer, not a preacher.


26 posted on 08/24/2020 2:55:17 PM PDT by grey_whiskers (The opinions are solely those of the author and are subject to change with out notice.)
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To: FewsOrange
The couple has 3 children. That should have been reason enough to be a role model. The daughter looks to be the youngest.
27 posted on 08/24/2020 3:02:02 PM PDT by Tai_Chung
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To: Tai_Chung

That’s the worst part...the kids have to live with this unbearable embarrassment. So sad.


28 posted on 08/24/2020 3:03:39 PM PDT by Phillyred
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To: FewsOrange

He made the mistake of letting Little Jerry rule his life. Should be the 11th Commandment IMO.


29 posted on 08/24/2020 3:04:03 PM PDT by Izzatso
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To: RatRipper

He was a wise man.
Thank you for sharing it with us.

Pray.


30 posted on 08/24/2020 3:07:27 PM PDT by thesearethetimes... (Had I brought Christ with me, the outcome would have been different. Dr.Eric Cunningham)
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To: Texas_Guy

In re priest sex vs pastor sex scandal or predation:

(Falwell is not a pastor but anyway)

As a Protestant I don’t blame the Roman Catholics for having sexual perverts in their midst. They are a large organization. Human beings are corrupt. Of course they have some. That is not their fault.

What I do object to is the sexual predators being covered and transferred and protected. That’s what has happened in the RC sex abuse scandals and is something the RC church IS responsible for.

Please note that on a questionable photo alone this man was put on a leave of absence. With the new revelations he has apparently been resigned. That’s how it’s done if there is not actual crime.

Were there crime we should turn them in to the authorities and not defend their criminal activity.


31 posted on 08/24/2020 3:11:52 PM PDT by Persevero (I am afraid propriety has been set at naught. - Jane Austen)
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To: FewsOrange

A class guy would never have mentioned to the public that his
wife had an affair. If it had to get out, he should NOT
have been the one to reveal it, or even talk about it.

Granted if asked, he could have said he had nothing to say
on the topic.


32 posted on 08/24/2020 3:44:38 PM PDT by DoughtyOne (Some of the folks around these parts have been sniffing super flu.)
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“He he and his wife Becki” must be Libertarian Libertine. What did (fill in the blank) say...? Libertarians are just conservatives who smoke weed and git freaky.


33 posted on 08/24/2020 4:23:04 PM PDT by Clutch Martin (The trouble ain't that there is too many fools, but that the lightning ain't distributed right.)
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To: FewsOrange
Another fool who had it all and was set for life who couldn't resist the temptations of the world.

There are thousands of real life and fictional accounts to learn from.

It's difficult to feel sorry for people who should know better.

34 posted on 08/24/2020 4:31:48 PM PDT by yesthatjallen
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To: Tai_Chung

Oh my, those kids must be a mess tonight. This kind of public humiliation is a nightmare for teens.


35 posted on 08/24/2020 4:39:46 PM PDT by SE Mom (Screaming Eagle mom)
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To: NEMDF

Trump has never claimed to be anything other than what he is.....an imperfect man capable of change


36 posted on 08/24/2020 4:57:00 PM PDT by Nifster (I see puppy dogs in the clouds)
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To: FormerFRLurker

Not always, maybe not even in most cases, but sometimes people project their own moral failings. If someone is always talking about people who steal, don’t be too surprised if they’re found with one too many blenders in the garage. Similarly, I think that’s why you’ll find people who are (single-focused) on one thing being found in a motel with a transsexual prostitute. Sometimes people advertise their moral failings.


37 posted on 08/24/2020 11:23:15 PM PDT by spetznaz (Nuclear-tipped Ballistic Missiles: The Ultimate Phallic Symbol)
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To: RatRipper

Thank you for that saying. I’ve already shared it where I live.


38 posted on 08/25/2020 2:45:53 AM PDT by spetznaz (Nuclear-tipped Ballistic Missiles: The Ultimate Phallic Symbol)
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To: Seruzawa
He quit didn’t he instead of fighting tooth and nail to hang on like some others? At least he hasn’t totally lost his sense of shame.

Or maybe not...

Falwell said in an interview Monday evening with Virginia Business that such
reports are “completely false.”

Falwell said he has not agreed to leave the post permanently, nor does he plan to,
although he is on an indefinite leave of absence after a series of controversies
this summer. AJC

39 posted on 08/25/2020 3:54:43 AM PDT by NautiNurse (Trumptilla MOAB--Mother of All Boat Parades--Clearwater FL, 8-15-2020)
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To: FewsOrange

We don’t have facts, do we.
We have a lot of innuendo and gossip the MSM salivates as they print.

Gossip that feeds the imaginations of those who hold Christian leaders To a higher standard (as they should) .....and thrill at their downfall
I even know of folks who gleefully speculate and try to tie this to our President

Personally, I am heartsick ........
IF he did this it is heartbreaking for the legacy of his Dad.

IF he did this, he has thrown away his hard worn reputation and the goodwill of his family

IF TRUE and he recognizes his sin and repents......God will see his heart
But like King David.....his sins, though forgiven, have ramifications

But personally, I have unsaved family members who are grabbing onto this news with hateful glee to say ‘ see I told you so’......
..
It is whatever it is....
.....Salacious news gets the headlines


40 posted on 08/25/2020 4:20:52 AM PDT by Guenevere (Press On!)
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