Daily Archives: May 18, 2026

White Paper 8: Repentance and Restorative Justice

I. Introduction “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted” (Galatians 6:1, KJV). The apostolic command stands as the … Continue reading

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White Paper 7: Silence, Stonewalling, and Procedural Evasion

I. Introduction “He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy” (Proverbs 29:1, KJV). The wisdom literature speaks repeatedly of the hardness that refuses to engage. The fool hates instruction (Proverbs 1:7). The … Continue reading

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White Paper 6: Biblical Appeals Processes

I. Introduction “And let them judge the people at all seasons: and it shall be, that every great matter they shall bring unto thee, but every small matter they shall judge: so shall it be easier for thyself, and they … Continue reading

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White Paper 5: Mob Judgment and Institutional Panic

I. Introduction “Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest judgment” (Exodus 23:2, KJV). The command is given near the beginning of the covenant code, in … Continue reading

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