Columnist Lee Grady of Charisma isn’t afraid to slaughter the sacred cows of the charismatic movement.  This week he has revisited the controversy arising out of the Lakeland Revival, featuring the ministry of Todd Bentley.  What lessons should we be drawing from the unfortunate spectacle surrounding Bentley’s difficulties?

Lesson #1: Accountability. Accountability. Accountability.

I wish just saying the word over and over could impress the concept in our minds. Leaders must live according to biblical standards. Period. Bentley’s board admitted in their statement that after the Lakeland meetings went into full swing, Bentley developed troubling behavior patterns. That would have been the right time for someone with apostolic courage to demand that Bentley step down for a season until he got his spiritual life in order. If we really want New Testament miracles and New Testament impact, maybe we should embrace New Testament discipline.

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