The Image Bob Scott Wants You to See

August 10, 2015. That’s the date of the original Tactics post we’re looking at today.

And there’s a reason Tactics opened this particular post with a quote about impression management:

“…in the desire for enhancing interpersonal prestige…[people] strive to perceive positively associated things as similar to each other; as sharing common attributes…regardless [of the reality]…”

— J. Tedeschi

In plain English, impression management is about controlling how other people see you. You associate yourself with people, places, and things that make you look good. You cultivate an image. You create an impression. And if you do it well enough, people may never bother to look beyond what you’re showing them.

That’s the point Tactics was making about Bob Scott.

Bob Scott knows the value of an image. And, in my opinion, he has spent years cultivating one.

The image of a successful, well-connected, God-fearing pastor. The image of a man surrounded by good people, good things, exciting activities, and a lifestyle that others might admire and even envy.

But here’s the question: What does any of that have to do with the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

The Image Is the Attraction

Tactics wasn’t talking about a car show or a vacation in isolation. He was pointing to a pattern: the people, activities, possessions, and lifestyle that help create a particular impression of Bob Scott and Calvary Temple.

Think about the examples he raised. The association with people whose reputations could lend credibility. The car shows, sports camps, and community activities. The motorcycle rides. The trips to places like Disney and the Caribbean. Tahoe. The golf, the cruises, the expensive cars, the diamonds.

And let’s not pretend these things are never discussed from the pulpit. Bob Scott has spoken about the finer things in life. He likes them. He enjoys them. And that lifestyle becomes part of the picture people see.

Now, there’s nothing inherently wrong with owning a nice car, taking a vacation, or enjoying the good things in life. That’s not the point.

The point is what happens when a lifestyle becomes part of a ministry’s attraction. When people begin to associate material success, access, excitement, and proximity to a particular leader with spiritual success.

People see the image. They want a piece of it. They want to be part of it. And before long, they may begin to measure their own lives against the life being displayed in front of them.

That is a powerful way to attract people. It is also a dangerous way to lead them.

Because the question isn’t simply what Bob Scott enjoys. The question is who is making that lifestyle possible, who benefits from it, and what people are being taught—intentionally or otherwise—to admire.

A shepherd is supposed to care for the sheep. The sheep are not there to build the shepherd’s kingdom, finance his comforts, or become an audience for his accomplishments.

The People Who Believe They’re Serving God

And this is where I want to make something very clear.

I don’t believe the average Bobite gets up in the morning thinking, I’m going to serve Bob Scott today.

No. They believe they’re serving GOD.

I know that because I was one of them.

People give. They volunteer. They work. They defend the ministry. They participate in the activities. They bring their children. They make sacrifices. They invest their time, their money, their energy, and their lives.

And they do it believing they’re doing something that pleases the Lord.

That’s what makes this so heartbreaking.

They aren’t necessarily aware that their loyalty to a man and an organization may have become tangled up with their devotion to Jesus Christ. They may not recognize that they’re being drawn into a culture where the leader’s preferences, lifestyle, ambitions, and approval carry far more weight than they should.

They think they’re serving God. But who is being elevated? Whose image is being protected? Whose lifestyle is being admired? Whose interests are being served?

And when those questions cannot be asked without consequences, something is terribly wrong.

You can convince people they’re doing the work of God while quietly making the work of God serve the interests of a man.

That’s not discipleship. That’s deception.

The Damage Behind the Image

Tactics asked a hard question about the children and families who have been torn apart when someone challenged Bob Scott or confronted what they believed was wrongdoing.

That’s not a question to brush aside.

I know what it is to have a family affected by Calvary Temple. I know what it is to leave, to challenge, and to live with the consequences. And I know that the damage associated with this kind of environment doesn’t necessarily end when someone walks out the door.

Families are affected. Relationships are damaged. Children are caught in the middle. People lose years of their lives trying to reconcile what they were taught with what they have experienced.

And there are other deeply serious concerns that the public should not simply ignore.

Women who say they were sexually abused by Bob Scott when they were girls have spoken about their experiences. These are serious accounts, and they deserve to be heard and examined—not dismissed because the women chose not to pursue criminal prosecution.

I want readers to understand that there is historical material available to examine. My VIP DOCS page includes Star Scott Jr.’s April 2008 email to his father—the same email that was sent to the Calvary Temple congregation—as well as correspondence involving family members and people close to the women, and copies of the Herndon police report.

For those who want to examine that material directly:

These documents are not a substitute for hearing directly from the women. They are part of the historical record that readers can examine for themselves.

The fact that these accounts did not result in criminal prosecutions does not erase what these women have said or make their experiences unworthy of examination.

These are not trivial matters. They are not gossip. They are not simply disagreements with a pastor.

And there’s another part of this history worth understanding. When that email was circulated to the Calvary Temple congregation, then-CT pastor Chuck LaRock instructed the congregation not to read it. And the majority obeyed. Think about that. The congregation was being told not to read information concerning serious allegations against its leader. How many people ever examined what was being brought to their attention? How many simply followed the instruction and turned away?

And while people are left dealing with the consequences of what they say they experienced, the image must be maintained.

The activities continue. The public face continues. The impression continues.

But what about the people left picking up the pieces?

What about the families? What about the children? What about the people who gave years of their lives believing they were building something for God, only to discover that the reality behind the image was nothing like what they had been led to believe?

This is not a harmless matter of personality or preference. When spiritual authority is used to secure loyalty, silence questions, or protect a leader’s image, the consequences can be devastating.

When the Criticism Becomes the Crime

And here’s something worth considering: this pattern isn’t confined to a 2008 or a 2015 article (both should make you pause, stop, and think…).

Recently, I listened to Bob Scott’s October 26, 2026, ‘teaching.’ At approximately the 30:15 mark, in the middle of it, he abruptly turned his attention to those of us who have been exposing him. A few minutes later, he was right back to ‘teaching’ without skipping a beat.

According to what he said, we would be thrilled if he dropped dead. He suggested that we would welcome his death, even invoking the image of people using voodoo dolls against him.

Seriously?

People are raising concerns about his leadership, his conduct, his teaching, and the damage they believe has been done. And rather than addressing those concerns, he portrays the people speaking out as hateful individuals who want him dead.

Do you see what’s happening here?

The subject changes. Suddenly, the issue isn’t the questions being raised. It isn’t the people who have spoken out or the experiences they’ve described. It’s supposedly the wickedness of the critics.

That’s a convenient way to turn the tables.

And then comes his statement that he will be in God’s will when he dies.

Well, of course he will. God is the author of life. Every breath we take and every heartbeat we have is dependent upon Him. Our lives are in His hands. That is true of every human being, regardless of whether that person is living in obedience to God or in rebellion against Him.

But let’s not confuse God’s sovereignty over life and death with God’s approval of a person’s conduct.

The fact that God determines the length of someone’s life does not mean that everything that person does is in His will. It certainly doesn’t answer questions about a person’s behavior, leadership, or treatment of others.

That statement sounds spiritual, but it doesn’t address a single concern being raised.

And the voodoo-doll accusation? What does that accomplish except to make the critics look malicious, irrational, or sinister?

This is the very kind of thing people need to recognize. When legitimate questions are met with attacks on the character and motives of the people asking them, pay attention. When criticism is turned into persecution of the leader, ask yourself why.

People are not asking Bob Scott to drop dead. They are asking for truth, accountability, and answers.

Those are not the same thing.

Listen for yourself: Calvary Temple’s official Teaching Library. Locate the October 26, 2026 teaching and listen at approximately 30:15. I encourage readers to hear the remarks in their original context.

This Is Bigger Than Calvary Temple

And this isn’t just a Calvary Temple issue.

Bible teacher Mike Winger has been doing extensive work exposing what he describes as a culture of cover-up within parts of the evangelical and charismatic church.

In January 2026, Winger released a lengthy investigation titled The Skeletons in Bethel’s Closet Are Now Going to Speak. His investigation examined allegations involving Shawn Bolz, testimony from former employees, questions about prophetic integrity, and what Bethel leadership knew and how it responded.

Winger’s investigation was followed by a public statement from Bethel leadership on January 25, 2026. In that statement, Bill Johnson, Kris Vallotton, and Dann Farrelly acknowledged failures in how they handled their responsibilities regarding Shawn Bolz. They stated that they believed Bolz had not been truthful in how he received prophetic words and acknowledged their belief that he had engaged in sexually explicit and harassing behavior toward some members of his staff.

You can read Bethel’s own January 25 statement here.

For additional independent reporting, see Bethel Church acknowledges allegations against Shawn Bolz — Jefferson Public Radio.

Then, on February 18, 2026, Mike Winger joined journalist Julie Roys for a conversation titled Julie Roys and Mike Winger Discuss Charismatic Cover-Up Culture.

This discussion is particularly important because it goes beyond any one individual. It addresses the culture and systems that allow these situations to continue: the protection of prominent leaders, failures of accountability, the treatment of people who come forward, and the reluctance to make wrongdoing public.

Sound familiar?

I’m not suggesting Mike Winger has investigated Bob Scott or Calvary Temple. He hasn’t, to my knowledge. But the patterns being discussed deserve attention wherever they appear.

And there’s another important distinction worth pointing out. Some of the ministries and leaders Mike Winger discusses have structures of oversight—people and governing bodies that are supposed to provide accountability, even when those systems fail.

But who holds Bob Scott accountable? Who is in a position to question him, correct him, or require him to answer for his actions? At Calvary Temple, Bob Scott is his own authority. There is no independent oversight, no one above him to question his decisions, challenge his conduct, or hold him accountable. He answers to no one within the ministry.

So yes. I believe Calvary Temple deserves that same scrutiny, and perhaps even more.

And don’t even get me started on those within Calvary Temple who know and continue to defend it or look the other way. That’s a conversation for another day.

The church is supposed to protect the flock—not the image of the man standing in front of it.

When people raise serious concerns, the biblical response is not to smear them, ridicule them, question their motives, or turn them into the enemy. The response should be truth, transparency, accountability, and a willingness to confront wrongdoing.

If the only thing a ministry can offer in response to serious questions is another defense of its leader, then perhaps the questions aren’t the problem.

And the Greatest Damage Is to the Name of Jesus Christ

This is where I get particularly angry.

Bob Scott cannot undo what Jesus Christ accomplished at Calvary. He cannot diminish the power of the blood of Jesus. He cannot change the finished work of the cross. Thank God, no man has that power.

But he—and anyone who uses the name of Jesus to promote a false image of spiritual leadership—can do tremendous damage to the testimony of the Gospel.

Think about that.

People come into a ministry believing they are coming closer to Jesus. They hear His name. They hear Scripture. They are told they are serving Him. They give, sacrifice, defend, and devote themselves to what they believe is God’s work.

But if what they are actually experiencing is manipulation, misplaced loyalty, exploitation, and spiritual control, what impression are they left with?

What happens when they finally walk away?

Some may walk away from Bob Scott. Some may walk away from Calvary Temple. And some may struggle to trust another pastor, another church, or even the very name of Jesus Christ.

That is the damage.

The Gospel is not Bob Scott’s personal property. The name of Jesus is not a cover for a man’s ambitions. The cross is not a marketing tool. And the sheep of God are not there to be used, impressed, controlled, or consumed.

When someone claims to represent Jesus Christ, his conduct matters. His teaching matters. His treatment of people matters. And the fruit of his leadership matters.

This is not about whether people like him. It’s about whether what he represents is consistent with the Word of God.

God Has Already Told Us What to Watch For

We don’t have to guess what God thinks about shepherds who use the sheep for their own benefit.

In Ezekiel 34, God rebukes the shepherds of Israel because they were feeding themselves instead of feeding the flock. They were taking care of their own needs while the sheep were neglected, scattered, and vulnerable. God says He Himself will deal with those shepherds.

Jesus warns us in Matthew 7:15–20 (ESV) to beware of false prophets who come in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. And He tells us that we will recognize them by their fruits.

Not their image. Not their popularity. Not their connections. Not their possessions. Not the size of their ministry or the number of people willing to defend them.

Their fruit.

And in 1 Peter 5:2–3, the instruction to shepherd God’s flock is clear: not for shameful gain, and not by domineering over those entrusted to them, but by being examples to the flock.

That’s the standard. Not the image a man creates for himself. God’s standard.

A Warning to Those Inside—and Those Looking In

If you’re attending Calvary Temple, I am asking you to stop and take a serious look at what is happening around you. Don’t settle for the image. Don’t accept a man’s words as proof of his character. Don’t mistake popularity, possessions, activities, or a polished public presentation for the fruit of a godly shepherd.

Open your Bible. Ask questions. Look at the conduct. Look at the treatment of people who disagree, who challenge, or who decide to leave. And pay attention to what happens when someone dares to speak up.

And if you’re considering Calvary Temple—or if someone you love is considering becoming involved—please do your homework BEFORE you make that commitment.

Don’t rely solely on what the ministry tells you about itself. Don’t let an impressive presentation or an appealing lifestyle make the decision for you. Seek out information beyond the ministry’s own platforms. Listen to people who have left. Read the accounts. Examine the documentation. Then make an informed decision.

For those who are unfamiliar with my blog, I’ve put together two resource pages to help you do exactly that.

VIP LINKS brings together links to articles, reports, testimonies, and other online resources concerning Calvary Temple and its leadership.

VIP DOCS provides access to documents and supporting materials that I believe are important for anyone trying to understand the history, concerns, and experiences surrounding this organization.

These resources are not here to tell you what to think. They’re here so you can read, research, examine the information, and draw your own conclusions.

Start here:

VIP LINKS PAGE

VIP DOCS — READ THE DOCUMENTS AND SUPPORTING MATERIALS

I’m not asking anyone to take my word for it. I’m asking you not to take anyone else’s word for it, either. Do the work. Read. Think. Compare what you find with the Word of God.

And understand this: this is not simply a disagreement with a pastor, a difference of opinion, or a matter of hurt feelings. The concerns raised about Calvary Temple involve the use of spiritual authority, the treatment of people, the consequences for families, and the representation of Jesus Christ.

People’s lives are at stake. And so is the testimony of the Gospel.

I know what it is to believe you are serving God while placing your trust in a ministry and its leadership. I know what it is to discover that the image you believed in and the reality you experienced are two very different things. I also know the cost of speaking up.

That’s why I will not pretend these concerns are insignificant. And I will not encourage people to look the other way simply because the image is attractive or because so many others appear to believe in it.

The church belongs to Jesus Christ. The people belong to Jesus Christ. And no man has the right to use His name, His Word, or His people to build and protect a kingdom of his own.

And let me make one thing perfectly clear, particularly in light of Bob Scott’s repeated claims about those of us who speak out against him: WE DO NOT WANT BOB SCOTT TO DIE. WE WANT HIM TO REPENT!

I have said this repeatedly throughout my writing on MCTTBC. Yes, I have called him a wolf, a liar, and a false shepherd. Those are serious words, and I use them because I believe they describe what his actions, words, and treatment of people reveal. They are not death wishes. They are not expressions of a desire to see him harmed. They are a call to recognize and confront wrongdoing.

I WANT BOB SCOTT TO REPENT.

I want him to acknowledge the truth, take responsibility for his actions, stop blaming and discrediting those who speak out, and turn away from whatever wrongdoing he has committed. I want genuine repentance—not another carefully managed image, not another attempt to make his critics the problem, and not another performance designed to protect his reputation.

I want him to get right with God. I want him to demonstrate the humility and repentance that should accompany a man who has spent decades claiming to represent Jesus Christ. And I want that to happen before he stands before the Lord.

There is nothing contradictory about exposing wrongdoing while wanting the person responsible to repent. We can call out what we believe is wrong and still desire that the person responsible turn from it. In fact, that’s precisely why I continue to speak out. The truth matters. The people who have been hurt matter. And repentance matters.

So, Bob Scott, please stop misrepresenting those who speak out against you. We are not calling for your death. We are calling for truth, accountability, and genuine repentance.

And finally…

Please. Before you give this ministry your trust, your money, your time, or your family, find out what you’re walking into.

Follow the evidence. Open the Word. And above all, keep your eyes on Jesus Christ.

THE ORIGINAL TACTICS POST

The following is the original August 10, 2015 Tactics post, Impression Management, reproduced here so readers can consider the original commentary for themselves.

Impression Management

“…in the desire for enhancing interpersonal prestige…[people] strive to perceive positively associated things as similar to each other; as sharing common attributes…regardless [of the reality]…” (J.Tedeschi)

Ahh. This is a big one. Pastor’s prestige, persona, and popularity. Pastor Scott thrives on it. And without it, he is sad/mad/bad. Time for impression management. The art of using any positively perceived person/place/thing to provide for himself – the elusive, elixir of admiring, fawning sheep. How to do this [picture sweaty wringing hands]? So easy, this is. What/who do the sheepses like? Answer:

Pastor Tony Wozniak – simpleton who refuses to see the handwriting on the wall. But he has a fairly intact reputation. Verrrry useful.
Car shows, sports camps, wife working at local gym to promote her clean, rich, athletic image. And lure in more just like her, yes?
The motorcycle [mobster/pastor] motorcade trips to the rich highlands of Winchester. Where we are diligently looking to plant another church.
Ahh, the naive youth we have lured in with our razzle-dazzle lifestyle. Pastor loves the high life. And so do the young people. Tahoe, Disney, golf, Caribbean islands, cruises, hot cars, big diamonds. But its our sweet kids who attract the most positive response. How darling. Did you see them marching in that parade last year? Ahhhh.

Do you want to know how many of the kids have had a family member or two ripped right out of their hearts? And lives? Becaussssssse? Pastor was being threatened? By their honesty to confront him for his wrong-doing? Calvary Temple-land is an illusion, supported by lies. When will you understand?

But God says, “I have hated them that regard lying vanities: but I trust in the Lord” (Psalm 31:6). “Thus saith the Lord, What iniquity have your fathers found in me, that they are gone far from me, and have walked after vanity, and are become vain…the priests said not, Where is the Lord? and they that handle the law knew me not: the pastors also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit” (Jeremiah 2:5,8). “Which when the apostles, Barnabas and Paul, heard of, they rent their clothes, and ran in among the people, crying out, And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things? We also are men of like passions with you, and preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein” (Act 14:14-15).

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