PK Emphasizes Its Moral Stand -- Not Political Stand -- on Biblical Issues

by Allie Martin
August 13, 2004

(AgapePress) - The leaders of Promise Keepers say the men's ministry is moving from a movement to a mission as it encourages men to have more of an impact on society for Christ.

Promise Keepers, the men's ministry known for its arena and stadium events, recently began taking biblical stands on issues such as same-sex "marriage," pornography, abortion, and other issues. Bishop Joseph Garlington, a frequent speaker for Promise Keepers, says it is vital for men to impact society for Christ when fellow citizens of that society are fighting against deeply rooted spiritual convictions.

"God doesn't just give you a voice just to move through the earth and be silent," the bishop says. "We can't talk about biblical manhood and not address the issue of homosexuality. We can't talk about biblical fatherhood and not address the issue of a biblical position as far as marriage is concerned."

Promise Keepers, Garlington explains, is changing from a movement to a mission. "The Apostle Paul didn't give up his rights for Roman citizenship when he became a Christian. When it became necessary, he appealed to his rights as a Roman, and when things were being said, he simply said, 'Well look, I'm a Roman citizen.'"

Promise Keepers is holding 18 conferences this year. This weekend's conference in Orlando has been cancelled due to the serious weather conditions expected in Florida as Hurricane Charley enters the area. Conferences in St. Louis and San Antonio are scheduled for the next two weekends.