David C.Pack vs A Sabbath Test
Timeline of Events
"The Disclaimer"
Below is a direct quote from a disclaimer that appeared on the bottom of the RCG article regarding dining out on the Sabbath. It was provided because Blow the Trumpet attributed the article to Dave Pack when issuing its rebuttal. The disclaimer accused Blow the Trumpet of deceitfully attributing the RCG article to him when they knew he hadn't written it. We knew no such thing. Furthermore, we didn't care. In their disclaimer the RCG not only identify who the real authors were but also why Dave Pack wouldn't write this type of article. Some have suggested that Mr. Pack did this because in an attempt to distance himself from the RCG article and wanted to be protected from any ridicule that would emerge because of Blow the Trumpet’s response.
Then, in a striking turn of events, the RCG removes the disclaimer denying Mr. Pack's authorship of the article. They then place his name on it. Neither Dave Pack nor the RCG offer any explanation for why this was done in light of their adamant assertion that he had nothing to with it in the first place, other than modest edits.
Disclaimer
"THE WRITERS OF OUR PUBLICATIONS"
By George Rogers
The Restored Church of God
A final point of clarification must be brought to this matter.
Articles produced by The Restored Church of God that do not indicate an author—do not carry a byline—are usually written by several staff writers, with one primary author. Such is the case with this article.
Books, booklets and articles written by Mr. David C. Pack always bear his name. This alone declares that he did not author this article. The authors of A Sabbath Test already knew by other means that Mr. Pack did not write this article, and privately admitted this to us in an e-mail sent to point out their rebuttal, lampooning and ridiculing Mr. Pack. Yet, in the fury of having been exposed by a staff of writers in The Restored Church of God, they deceitfully attributed the article to Mr. Pack and chose to assassinate his character—even though they knew he did not write it. They recognized that most people could never learn what they knew!
Recall that Christ said, “You shall know them by their fruits.” Apart from the error of their doctrine, in the above way, these men have also told you other of their “fruits.” They have supplied you with additional crucial information about how you can “know” their character. Hebrews 5:14 explains that you are supposed “to discern both good and evil.” This means that you are accountable for recognizing when evil men and seducers are in your presence (II Tim. 3:13).
Because of the controversial nature of this article, addressing such a volatile, divisive issue within the splinters, we feel that an exception needs to be made to our “byline” policy. The names of the authors are: George C. Rogers (primary author, now listed at the beginning), with Bruce A. Ritter and James F. Turck, contributing writers, all of whom contribute to The REAL TRUTH and other RCG publications.
Mr. Pack’s only involvement was the final editing phase—a small percentage of the total man-hours involved. We mention this because many erroneously assume he writes everything listed on our websites.
This question arises: Why did Mr. Pack not write the article?
First, he knew this false teaching would not be taken seriously by serious people. Any who are familiar with our websites understand that he has much “bigger fish to fry”—that he has been called to “shoot elephants,” not “swat gnats” and shoo “ankle biters.” While Mr. Pack has written 65 books and booklets, containing over 4,000 pages (plus countless articles), a sizeable and growing number of skilled writers exist in this powerful, worldwide Work. This article did not require the authorship of the leader of the Church. Mr. Pack could not invest his limited time. Mr. Armstrong knew when to delegate to others what he did not need to do.
Perhaps it is helpful to note that Mr. Pack’s time is primarily invested in directing the overall Work, recording broadcasts, and researching and writing publications, which address the big picture of the real tests that face God’s people today, as opposed to investigating the latest creative new ideas being conceived on the Church of God landscape.
As we continue to identify and counter false teachings, deviating from the restored truths delivered to the Church of God when it was on track under Mr. Armstrong, we expect continued negative repercussions from their promoters and sponsors, and we expect further attacks on us because of what has been explained in this expanded article and in this inset. Nonetheless, the truth will be defended, and this is why we addressed the counterfeit “Sabbath test.” We have done what God requires.
For those who desire to know what the REAL end-time test is, read Mr. Pack’s book “ANOINT YOUR EYES” – Christ’s Warning to His People.
– George C. Rogers
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