Has modern church culture become more about consumption than discipleship? Explore what Jesus meant by making disciples and how convenience can quietly shape our faith.
This post accurately reflects a large part of modern Christianity. Many church environments offer a blend of social and activity centers for all age and interest groups, while featuring performance-based praise and worship. It appeals to families, but the question is: "Do such churches present a strait-gate gospel and a narrow path to salvation?" (Matthew 7:14). Woe be to congregations that discover at the end of their journey only to hear Jesus say. “...I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity" (Matthew 7:23).
Iniquity is the only sin exclusive to believers. It involves worship and service that is pleasing to humankind, but not to God.
Love this. And love the reflection questions.
That’s the goal—practical application.
No one needs more complicated or complex processes 🤪
I’m so glad it resonated with you!
Which question/part stuck out the most?
In particular, #2, but I found them all to be meaningful and practical. ;)
Hi Torrie. I love your work and your focus. I regret that I am not in a financial position to support you.
Friend!! Money is never the objective for me.
Yes, I need to pay my bills. But God will provide. Glad you are encouraged by the words He prompts me to share.
Your encouragement & feedback are priceless. 💖🙏🏽🥹
I hope you find my work in harmony with yours.
https://substack.com/home/post/p-207165105
This post accurately reflects a large part of modern Christianity. Many church environments offer a blend of social and activity centers for all age and interest groups, while featuring performance-based praise and worship. It appeals to families, but the question is: "Do such churches present a strait-gate gospel and a narrow path to salvation?" (Matthew 7:14). Woe be to congregations that discover at the end of their journey only to hear Jesus say. “...I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity" (Matthew 7:23).
Iniquity is the only sin exclusive to believers. It involves worship and service that is pleasing to humankind, but not to God.
Amen!!