Members RSS Robot Posted May 28, 2016 Members Share Posted May 28, 2016 “Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” (Luke 12:32) The world tends to measure success by size, and this seems generally true in the Christian world as well. The most “successful” churches are considered to be those with the largest congregations, or the largest budgets, or the greatest number of ... More... View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members John81 Posted May 28, 2016 Members Share Posted May 28, 2016 This is why so many churches don't solely rely upon doing as the Word says and trusting God with the outcome. Doing so puts it all in God's hands and in His timing, which often isn't the same as our time schedule. Instead, churches turn to gimmicks, specials, entertainment, forming special interest groups (such as a quilters group, divorced group, bargain hunters group, genealogy group) and various other extra-biblical means to draw a crowd. A local church recently sent out a mass mailing, put up a large sign by their church, advertising an upcoming special "love" event. They ask folks to show up an hour before their regular service time to register for goodies and have donuts and coffee. Then they will have a "special service" (whatever that means), followed by a free meal, which will be followed by lots of games, free will donation yard sale, entertainment provided by their youth group band, etc. I'm thankful our church doesn't resort to such measures, and thankful for all the other churches which don't either. Pastor Scott Markle and No Nicolaitans 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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