In this candid episode of Church of the Lost Sheep, Noah and Heidi examine the biblical account of King Joash and the dangers of relying on religious authority without developing a personal relationship with God. Drawing from 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, they discuss spiritual leadership, church culture, accountability, legalism, gossip, manipulation, and the responsibility of believers to seek God for themselves rather than following men blindly. The conversation includes personal testimony about past church experiences, lessons learned through ministry, the importance of humility, repentance, and discernment, and a warning against domineering leadership that can hinder spiritual growth. Throughout the episode, the focus remains on pursuing truth, honoring Christ, and encouraging believers to build deep roots in their own walk with God.
Joash, Legalism, and the Danger of Following Men Instead of God
When Church Leadership Goes Wrong | Lessons from King Joash
Building Roots in God: A Warning Against Spiritual Control
False Shepherds, True Faith, and the Story of Joash
Church Hurt, Discernment, and Finding Freedom in Christ
I did not plan this, it just happened, BUT…
This is Episode 66, on 6-6-26 and is 36 minutes long, ABOUT FALSE SHEPPARDS!
