To the Reader: It is important that you understand the necessity of this second update on Ken Blanchard. If you haven't taken the time to carefully read the following information, please do so, then proceed to the update below.   

 

Ken Blanchard Update (by James Walker, President, Watchman Fellowship, Inc.)

Interview with Mark Victor Hansen (co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series)

A Psychological De-Tox (provides background information on the formation of the Hoffman Institute's "Hoffman Quadrinity Process" and its founder, Bob Hoffman, American psychic and channeler)

 

 

UPDATE ON KEN BLANCHARD

You Will Know Them By Their Fruits

September 20, 2005

 

Sixty days ago on July 22, Ken Blanchard, co-founder of Lead Like Jesus, and Chairman and Chief Spiritual Officer of The Ken Blanchard Companies, issued a public statement regarding his endorsements of books and authors that "embrace teachings that are not compatible with those historically held by the Christian church."

 

"One of our core values is to, 'Build relationships based on trust and respect.'  Because we take relationships seriously and do trust and respect fellow believers, we gave careful consideration to the concerns that were expressed to us. After studying the issues that were raised and seeking counsel from family, friends, and experts in the field, Ken thought it important that he address these concerns and issued the following statement" (introduction to Ken Blanchard's Statement, revised, July 22, 2005).  

 

What follows is Blanchard's testimony, which includes: Jesus being his "beloved Lord, Savior and greatest teacher," his daily prayer that the Lord will "clean me out of me, fill me up with you, and then clothe me with humility," his giving his life completely to Jesus, and that Jesus is the only way to eternal life.

 

Continuing, Blanchard proclaimed he is "just a sinner saved by grace with weaknesses and frailties," and that he wants to model a life of Christ-like compassion and service for others "as best I can." He maintains that his faith in the historical and Biblical Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior is "unshakeable," and that Jesus will always be "the greatest leader and leadership role model of all time."

 

While Blanchard's testimony sounds sincere and convincing, is it possible that a person can talk-the-talk of Christianity, but be walking-the-walk down the broad path that leads to hell?

 

Since the August 21 Update on Ken Blanchard, Blanchard's statement has disappeared, again, from immediate access, and can only be viewed by conducting a search on the Lead Like Jesus website. Along with the statement, the webpage citing the Lead Like Jesus National Board Members has also disappeared from immediate access. The National Board Members, which still includes New Agers Mark Victor Hansen and Laurie Beth Jones, also includes:

As a staunch promoter of the New Age Hoffman Institute, Mark Victor Hansen considers the Hoffman Quadrinity Process a "Banquet for the Soul!" and encourages "absolutely everyone" to attend ("Mark Victor Hansen Interview," Hoffman Institute International, http://www.quadrinity.com/articles/article15a.htm ).

 

Blanchard's statement: what he did and didn't say

 

Someone once said, There is a big difference in hearing someone talk and listening to what they say. Likewise, there is a big difference between skimming over what someone writes and taking time to carefully read what they have written. The careful reading of an article, a book or a letter reveals at least two things: what the writer said and didn't say. With that in mind, it is important to note what Blanchard said and didn't say in his July 22 statement: 

 

"Recently, it was brought to my attention that some of my endorsements and book forewords are for books written by authors who espouse concepts that are contrary to Christian teachings. I did not realize that this was the case when I wrote these endorsements and forewords. But now after further study and discussions with other followers of Jesus whom I respect and admire, including the staff at Watchman Fellowship, I understand why these are problematic and I promise that I will exercise better discernment in the future."

 

To his credit, Blanchard publicly admitted that some of his endorsements and forewords of books are "contrary to Christian teachings." But he failed to inform the reader about his endorsements of and involvement with New Age  organizations, such as the Hoffman Institute and Heartland Circle, which continues 60 days after his July 22 statement.

 

As mentioned before, claiming to be a Christian while promoting, supporting and recommending the New Age Movement at the same time is sin. This is not an issue of making mere mistakes, but rather of committing sin.

 

Fifty seven days ago in his July 25 Ken Blanchard Update, Watchman Fellowship's President, James Walker, echoed portions of Blanchard's statement, stating in part that:

 

"It is regretful that any Christian leader might err, under any circumstances, by promoting New Age authors or their teachings. We are grateful that in this instance, when approached with the issues of concern, Mr Blanchard was not only willing to admit to this error but, to also make assurances to take corrective action for the future.

 

"After spending time with Mr. Blanchard we are now convinced that he is, in fact, a brother in Christ and are committed to assist him as he continues to work through the issues that have arisen as a result of these past endorsements. We encourage you to pray for Ken and the Lead Like Jesus staff as they move forward."

 

For the record, Walker and most of Watchman Fellowship's Staff has been provided with CRS's Letter to Ken Blanchard, CRS's August 21 Update on Ken Blanchard, and other important information. There has been no reply or updates from Watchman Fellowship on Blanchard's progress.

 

As of this writing--60 days later--Ken Blanchard has not publicly repented of his sins, publicly renounced all ties with the New Age Movement, publicly retracted his book endorsements, nor mentioned anything on his Lead Like Jesus website about his total separation from New Age organizations.

 

With Blanchard's failure to "take corrective action for the future," coupled with Watchman Fellowship's calling him "a brother in Christ," it appears that Walker and his staff have bitten-off more than they can chew. Their admitted involvement with Blanchard may return to haunt them.    

 

Without a change in your behavior, just saying "I'm sorry" is not enough. Saying "I'm sorry" is just the first step in an effective apology. The only way you can demonstrate that you are really sorry is by changing your behavior. That way the people you have harmed know that you are committed to not repeating the mistake. Talk is cheap—it's your behavior that matters (Ken Blanchard, Leadership Smarts: Inspiration and Wisdom from the Heart of a Leader, January 2004, pp. 58-59).

 

Yes, talk is cheap. Actions speak louder than words.

 

Indeed, the petrified wood from the Trojan Horse that once entered the gates of the Christian city has long-since been dismantled and used to build strongholds for deception. Its inhabitants have dispersed throughout the Christian city and have set-up shop in the main square, to condition and deceive the unwary, including many academics and experts in the field of apologetics and cult-evangelism. 

 

Ken Blanchard's current ties with New Age organizations:

 

"The Hoffman Process brings forth spiritual leadership in a person. It made my spirituality come alive." Ken Blanchard, Ph.D. Chair, Blanchard Training and Development, Inc., Author of One-Minute Manager [Hoffman Institute homepage at http://www.hoffmaninstitute.org ].

 

Ken Blanchard, Ph.D.

San Diego, CA

Chairman of Blanchard Training and Development, Inc., an international training company in business management. He is also a consultant and inspirational lecturer, author or co-author of 12 books including The One Minute Manager series. In addition, he is a visiting lecturer at Cornell University, where he serves as Trustee Emeritus [Hoffman Institute Board of Advisors list, where "...all members of the Professional Advisory Board have done the Hoffman Quadrinity Process." http://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/advisors.html ].

 

Spirituality in Business-An Interview with Ken Blanchard

by Raz Ingrasci, President

Chairman of Blanchard Training and Development, Inc., an international training company, Ken is the author or co-author of twelve books, including the One Minute Manager series. He is a visiting lecturer at Cornell University, where he serves as Trustee Emeritus. Dr. Blanchard is also a member of the Hoffman Advisory Board [ http://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/interview_blanchard.html ]

 

Hoffman Institute bookstore: The Hoffman Process by Tim Laurence

"The Hoffman Process allows people to resolve many issues that they use to prop their character up, such as unproductive beliefs about themselves and other people, and the need to be controlling."--Ken Blanchard, Chairman of Blanchard Training and Development and author of the best-selling "The One Minute Manager" series of books [ click HERE ]

 

The Heartland Circle: "Heartland Inc., founded in 1995 by Craig and Patricia Neal, was conceived to address