Over the years, starting when I was at
CiM in the early 90's, Randy began seeking out an older man of God who
would look over his ministry, for accountability. One by one, these men
would correct Randy and he would let them go, denying himself correction.
The last one was Clarence Hill, who I think called for this meeting, but
am unsure of such details. Nonetheless he was there. After a short time
giving Randy time to repent, and getting no such reaction from Randy, Clarence
Hill sent out some public letters.
Here are the letters:
5/18/05
Brother Randy,
Since you have taken
upon yourself to remove me as your spiritual father, after the Melchisedec
order, I cannot accept the tithe. It was not my doing in Hartford, Ak when
our Father decided to hear the cry of your heart and sent me to be in your
life to take away your reproach of not having anyone over you to reflect
the Father. Jesus never sent me to take His place in your life, but to
bring a part which was missing/lacking. You were trying to have authority
over other men without being under authority yourself. Now, you are back
to where our Father desired to mature you, before Hartford!
You and the elders
of Marshall made a covenant upon that mountain in 1998. It would
have been better for you not to have made a covenant than to make it and
not keep it (Eccl 5:2-6). I have forgiven you before this letter, but I
pray that God be not angry at your voice, and forgive you! My love for
you all have not ceased. Humble...(the copy
of the letter is cut off and cannot be seen here)...and
walk softly!
Your brother in Christ
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June 30, 2005
Greetings Brethren,
As you know from
the first time I came to fellowship with you in Marshall, TX, being with
you from 1998 until 2005 at various seasons. My manner among you was a
reflection of the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, serving the Lord with
all humility of mind, character and in love respecting no man's person.
And how I kept back nothing that was profitable, but have showed you what
a model of a father in the faith should demonstrate. I have reflected a
mature father publicly and in private meetings of the Elders. Testifying
to the arrogant, proud and unyielding, repentance toward God and forgiving
one another their trespasses with faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. (Matt.
6:14:15; 5:23-24; Mark 11:25-26; Matt. 18:15-17)
A Restoration, Reconciliation,
and Fellowship meeting was scheduled in Oklahoma City, April 23, 2005.
The purpose of this meeting was to end the years of rebellion and unforgiveness
existing between the brethren of the Apostolic Company. I went with other
sons bound in spirit, and being warned of the things that would befall
me, that is, Randy Shankle would give a pretense of repentance and arrogantly
take over the meeting; without regard to an apostolic father's administration.
Yet, none of the warnings moved me from God's purpose to give Randy Shankle
one final chance to change! The goal was to speak for our Father and reflect
the grace of Jesus Christ. As it was told me, Randy would give an arrogant
display of control and non-submission to my apostolic authority, thus,
bringing very little real fruit of restoration (their words were true).
The words from our Father were clear and concise as delivered by me with
written documentation given to all present. I did not shun declaring unto
all, the counsel God gave me to deliver.
I attended the May
2005 meeting in Marshall, TX to see what would be the final fruit of the
Oklahoma meeting. There was a clear demonstration of dishonor to a father
in the faith and his wife, but the grace of God was with us! During the
elders meetings Randy Shankle declared his independence from the oversight
God placed in his life. Today, he is without oversight and accountability
as he was back in 1998 before the Spirit of God spoke in the camp of Hartford,
Ark.
Wherefore, brethren,
I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all. For
I know this, my ministry and example among you were not in vain, and some
of you were touched. Also, I know after my departing grievous wolves were
already active in leadership there, not sparing the flock, and speaking
perverse things to draw away disciples after them. For such are false apostles,
deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.
And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.
Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as
ministers of righteousness whose end shall be according to their works.
God, by my mouth tried to snatch Randy out of the fire (i.e. demonic psychology,
mind control, despises dominion, jealousy, independance...etc.). Regretfully,
some of you see this and do nothing! I have coveted no man's pulpit, silver,
or gold, or apparel or congregation. My hands have ministered unto my necessities,
and to sons who are with me.
Now I beseech you
brethren, Mark them which cause divisions and offenses contrary
to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For
they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly;
and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple. Rom.
16:17-18. Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing,
but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits...Matt.7:15-23.
Bro Randy Shankle prophesied from Hartford, Arkansas to Marshall and Houston,
TX; California to Detroit, Mississippi, Ohio, Canada, and South Africa
that God placed Clarence Hill, Sr to have oversight in his life. However,
in the May 2005 meeting, he said to the elders, it was sin on his part
to place me in his life! Brethren, was it God or Randy Shankle? Wherefore,
by their fruit ye shall know them. And now, Brethren, I commend you to
God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to open you eyes to truth.
A copy of my letter
to Randy is attached. I have nothing to hide. Any questions may be directed
to me at (xxx) xxx-xxxx. We love you all!
Farewell,
(signed)
Bro. Clarence R.
Hill, Sr
Apostolic father
of the Faith
cc: selected elders
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I wish to say that Clarence Hill nor anyone
else has any part of this website or ministry, nor I of them. I obtained
his permission to post these letters, not because he is in agreement with
my ministry but because he is open about Randy and has nothing to hide.
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Links concerning Randy Shankle or the
Church in Marshall (Click on the link of interest below):
Clarence
Hill & the Oklahoma City Meeting- This
page publishes the Clarence Hill letters that he wrote after the Oklahoma
City meeting. This meeting was as Brother Hill say's "A
Restoration, Reconciliation, and Fellowship meeting"
over Randy and the accusations against him.
Kingdom-Gospel
Blog section on Randy Shankle & CiM - This blog is operated
by me, but is not on the same server or the same website. Here you will
find commentaries on Randy's and CiM's broadcast's and weekly "sermons",
as well as other information about Randy and CiM.
Consequence
vs. Condemnation- Also found
on the blog, and discusses Randy''s consequences of having seriously erred
and sinned, without repentance or receiving correction, verses condemnation.
