Inspired by the words of his dying father, Michael Oxentenko committed his life to Jesus Christ at an early age. He holds a B.A. degree in Religion from Southern College, Tennessee, USA, and a
Masters in Divinity. For over fifteen years, Pastor Mike has pastored churches in Tennessee, Michigan, and Maryland, helping to grow his congregations along multi-ethnic lines.
11/11/2008 7:14 PM
Jay Neil Jr wrote:
Excellent. I am in tears. I request only that Pastor Mike be graceful with the specific name of the institution refusing care (Shady Grove). The story could be told just as powerfully with this institution remaining anonymous. Maybe it could be edited from this blog even still.
As a healthcare professional (practicing far away from your locale), I know that these decisions are complex; and no matter how gripping, the blame is never unilateral.
I don't perceive the spirit of Christ as one to openly publish another's sin. You set yourself up for a libel or slander charge - not in your or Christ's best interest.
On another note in an earlier sermon on the Beast with Lamblike horns: Pastor Mike questioned the Bible's dating the USA's arrival in prophecy at 1798 vs. 1776 / 1780s when the Declaration and / or War of Independence was signed / won.
1798 was the first year that the US received its first ambassador from abroad (France - another French connection?) - signifying its arrival on the international stage as a legitimate and independent world power. I learned this fact from Pastor Rick Kuntz, conference evangelist for the Northern New England Conference.
Blessings to you all on your continued ministry; and Thanks
Excellent. I am in tears. I request only that Pastor Mike be graceful with the specific name of the institution refusing care (Shady Grove). The story could be told just as powerfully with this institution remaining anonymous. Maybe it could be edited from this blog even still.
As a healthcare professional (practicing far away from your locale), I know that these decisions are complex; and no matter how gripping, the blame is never unilateral.
I don't perceive the spirit of Christ as one to openly publish another's sin. You set yourself up for a libel or slander charge - not in your or Christ's best interest.
On another note in an earlier sermon on the Beast with Lamblike horns: Pastor Mike questioned the Bible's dating the USA's arrival in prophecy at 1798 vs. 1776 / 1780s when the Declaration and / or War of Independence was signed / won.
1798 was the first year that the US received its first ambassador from abroad (France - another French connection?) - signifying its arrival on the international stage as a legitimate and independent world power. I learned this fact from Pastor Rick Kuntz, conference evangelist for the Northern New England Conference.
Blessings to you all on your continued ministry; and Thanks
Jay Neil
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Moving conclusion. The 'last days' are not our 'final days'. Very moving.
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