The doctrine of the Church The Issues Involved Often the Church faces salacious and astonishing scandals. Then the scandals are broadcasted since they involve the church leadership. It is important to note that the Church is a haven for the spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically ill individuals. Hence, its leadership should have exemplary and commendable standards. When pastors live below pastoral standards, then the Church is doomed to fail, thus gets hurt when condemned by the world. How can the body of Christ reach out to the lost and heal the wounded if it’s sick? Ephesians 1:22-23 NKJV elucidates the high spiritual mandate given to the Church, “And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be