Scripture teaches separation
We separate as believers, from all forms of evil, even if it is advocated and practiced by leading brethren. This includes, particularly, false teaching.
A man that is a heretick after the first and second admonition reject. Titus 3: 7
This leads us to the false teaching of Limited Atonement, expressed by J Riddle, an acclaimed leader in the Brethren Movement, - I quote,
“[Christ] did not bear the sins of all men at Calvary.” - Forward to The Biblical Doctrine of Substitution; M Browne
1.This is a rank and blasphemous denial of the atoning work of Christ. It is heresy.
Calvinism is growing in Assembly circles —as it is throughout Christendom— and its adherents are growing ever more bold in their assertions. The monthly Believer’s Magazine has become an organ for the promotion of Calvinism. This is not what its founder John Ritchie believed. He strongly refuted Calvinism in his book Contested Truths, published in 1917.
2. J Riddle also publicly corrects the Bible. He reads from the Authorized Version, except where he believes words or passages should be omitted. He does not read from modern versions and then warn of their depravity. Mr Riddle prefers the scholarship of proven apostates rather than the historic testimony of believers to the faithfulness and preservation of Scripture.
J Riddle’s ministry therefore undermines faith.
3. J Riddle displays a cult mentality. He believes that overseers must be obeyed under all circumstances, no matter whether their decision is seen to be false or not. Thus there are times when we must obey men rather than God.
Mr Riddle is a member of the Mill Lane Chapel, Cheshunt.