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Sad, very sad. Hopefully the situation was discovered early enough that no irreparable damage was done. God is good.What a testimony though, to grow a church to that size, that part is wonderful. But is pastoring that size church and congregation isolating a pastor from real life? Most pastors know the enjoyment of fellowship with 'an average' of your church. It seems that would be nearly impossible with a church that size.It seems we have lost TOO many mega church pastors in all denominations. Some facts but mostly just my [email protected]/

Praying for Pastor Noble and his family. I know He is passionate about people coming into the kingdom. But once again we are reminded that we are all vulnerable to temptation and can easily begin to find comfort in things other than Christ. I certainly appreciate the leaders of the church taking a stand and not hiding this. Sin's power is weakened significantly when brought into the light. Believing for healing and restoration for Perry, his family and the church

Part of Perry's note:

Wouldn't he have been better off not partaking of any alcohol...that way he couldn't slide into overusing it?As I have said many times on this forum - we don't know which of us would have a real penchant for relying on alcohol when the going gets tough. Why even open the door to something that may eventually take everything from you - your pulpit and your marriage.

Wouldn't he have been better off not partaking of any alcohol...that way he couldn't slide into overusing it?As I have said many times on this forum - we don't know which of us would have a real penchant for relying on alcohol when the going gets tough. Why even open the door to something that may eventually take everything from you - your pulpit and your marriage. My thoughts exactly, if you never start it, it can't become a problem.

Actually - it seems to be said quite often on Acts

Actually - it seems to be said quite often on Acts.

It's sad, but this might be the best thing for him. His relationship with God is more important than his ministry. As a former alcoholic, I see a pattern with Perry that's disturbing. Years ago, someone posted a sermon (here on Acts) that he preached about alcohol. Basically, it was a sermon on moderate consumption. His public statement is telling as well. He is still in denial.

Thanks for your insight.All of us are in denial about something.Wine is a mocker. How much will it have to take before he sees the light