GCC founder made the claim on the CrossPolitic Podcast, which is produced by an organization fronted by extremist pastor Douglas Wilson in Moscow, Idaho
Fearful, unbeknownst dysthymic (look it up) folks are literal cannon fodder, dying way too often believing in the loud proclamations of "I can fix it" of their cult dear leaders. Be thankful you can think for yourself.
"Being part of an exceptional community with an exceptional leader provides an antidote to the sting of being normal in a time and culture when “normal” is practically a sin. In her incredibly perceptive talk “Narcissism and the Systems it Breeds,” Diane Langberg rightfully observes that leaders with special qualities attract followers who are flattered to be led by them — as though they were chosen to match the specialness of their leader."
McPherson is insane.
Fearful, unbeknownst dysthymic (look it up) folks are literal cannon fodder, dying way too often believing in the loud proclamations of "I can fix it" of their cult dear leaders. Be thankful you can think for yourself.
"Being part of an exceptional community with an exceptional leader provides an antidote to the sting of being normal in a time and culture when “normal” is practically a sin. In her incredibly perceptive talk “Narcissism and the Systems it Breeds,” Diane Langberg rightfully observes that leaders with special qualities attract followers who are flattered to be led by them — as though they were chosen to match the specialness of their leader."
--https://mbird.com/religion/church/17-years-at-mars-hill-life-after-disillusionment/