Our Lord is the God of Restoration! We are all in various stages of restoration. What we see in well-known ministries in charismatic circles is sad yet necessary as Yahweh prepares His Bride. It is so important we know the Word of God and allow the Holy Spirit to show us. Matthew 7:2: “For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” We all know Gal. 6:1 “Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.”

Biblical Leadership

Restoration to fellowship is much easier than restoration to one’s former leadership position! This is the crux of these controversies. The enemy is the devil, not our brothers and sisters in the Lord. Let us pray for the Lord’s heart of love and forgiveness and discernment to know when, in each case, someone is ready to be restored to their former position of leadership.

Leaders are held to a higher standard. God looks upon the heart. In this season, I often pray, “Lord, show me plank in my eye before I point at the speck in my brother’s eye.” I want to share an article by a long time friend, Amy Coello. I met Robert and Amy in 2005 and had the pleasure of doing a conference with them and John Paul Jackson in Honduras.

Please read and comment and share.

By Amy Coello

The “Spirit of Accusation” vs. Exposing Sin in the Camp: A Biblical Mandate for Truth.

In modern church culture, a new buzzword has emerged—the spirit of accusation. It’s often wielded as a defense mechanism against those who dare to expose sin, especially within leadership. But is this truly a biblical concept, or is it a way to silence accountability? The Bible is clear: We are commanded to expose sin in the camp, particularly among those in authority. Calling out wickedness is not gossip—it is righteousness.

What is the “Spirit of Accusation”?

The phrase spirit of accusation is often used to imply that anyone who speaks out against sin is operating under a demonic influence—essentially, that they are doing the devil’s work. The idea is loosely tied to Revelation 12:10, which calls Satan “the accuser of the brethren.” This argument, however, is fundamentally flawed.

Satan’s accusations are based on lies, twisted narratives, and condemnation without redemption. God’s rebukes, on the other hand, are based on truth, justice, and a call to repentance. The difference is not in the fact that sin is being called out—it is in who is calling it out and for what purpose.

The modern church misuses this term to silence whistleblowers, survivors of abuse, and those who uphold righteousness. Instead of repenting, corrupt leaders cry “spirit of accusation” and brand those who expose them as divisive or slanderous. But scripture does not support protecting sin under the guise of unity.

The Mandate to Expose Sin, Especially in Leadership

The Bible is unmistakably clear that sin must be exposed, particularly in leaders who are held to a higher standard.

1. Galatians 2:11-14 – Paul Confronting Peter Publicly

Paul did not whisper behind Peter’s back when he saw him acting hypocritically—he called him out in front of everyone:

“But when Peter came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned.” (Galatians 2:11)

Paul knew that when a leader falls into sin—especially in a way that misleads others—it must be addressed openly. Why? Because silent tolerance of corruption leads to a diseased body of Christ.

2. 1 Timothy 5:20 – Public Rebuke of Leaders

“But those elders who are sinning you are to reprove before everyone, so that the others may take warning.”

This is as direct as it gets. Sin in leadership is not to be handled privately or brushed under the rug. It must be addressed publicly to serve as a warning to others.

3. Ephesians 5:11 – Expose the Works of Darkness

“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.”

Silence is complicity. Those who refuse to expose sin are aligning with it, whether they realize it or not.

Silencing Truth is a Sign of Hidden Darkness

Many who rush to defend sin under the banner of “not gossiping” are actually revealing something deeper—they are comfortable with the sin in their own hearts. Jesus said:

“The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness.” (Matthew 6:22-23)

People who rage against exposing sin often have something they do not want exposed themselves. I’ve seen it in the courtroom over and over again: A judge who is lenient on sexual predators is almost always guilty of sexual sin themselves—or worse. You cannot effectively fight what you secretly tolerate.

If you find yourself uncomfortable when sin is exposed, it’s time to ask: What is lurking in my own heart?

Conclusion: A Call to Righteousness

The church must stop misusing the spirit of accusation label to protect corruption. Righteous exposure of sin is not gossip—it is a biblical mandate.

Satan falsely accuses based on lies. God’s people expose sin based on truth.

Covering sin enables more destruction. Exposing sin purifies the body of Christ.

Those who defend sin under the guise of “not gossiping” are often hiding something themselves.

The time for silence is over. It is time to restore biblical accountability—without apology.