Flippyshark, even the Southern Baptist Convention does not recognize this "church." The only members they really have are the guy's kids (the 9 that didn't leave) and his grandkids. MotorboatCruiser found a really interesting link, from what I read on that this guy wouldn't qualify as a pastor anywhere but in his own mind. He seems to be using his religion to justify his hatred.
Anyone who uses their religion to judge others irks me. I quit going to church when I heard 3 of my close friends commenting after, "What a wedding," as they rolled their eyes. They didn't approve of David because he wasn't a church goer. The rest of my friends (non-church goers) and both of our families had a blast. The thing these 3 didn't like: the ceremony wasn't religious enough-no prayer or blessing. The pastor was my sister's father-in-law, and he toned down the religous aspect out of respect for my parents. The whole thing was kept short to allow more time for the pool party after. This was our compromise to not run to Vegas.
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