We can tell inspiring stories, sing beautiful or peppy music, fill our calendars full of social events, professionalize our program and provide small groups for every conceivable interest, but if the Scripture is not diligently, systematically and correctly taught, Christ’s people will not be equipped and the body will not be built up, period. There are no exceptions to this mandate. The church must proclaim the word of truth -- it must be the utmost priority. Congregations which focus on techniques, programs and entertainment, at the expense of the centrality of the Word, may build large followings but they will not build the church of God. Programs, drama and entertainment may amuse, soothe, inspire and stir the emotions, but they will not build Christians. Only the Word can do that.
Gary E. Gilley, This Little Church Stayed Home: A faithful church in deceptive times, pg.58
Good quote. It seems impossible to find a church that seems actually concerned with or serious about the worship of God. If you say anything to these people, then your words seemingly fall upon deaf ears. Any statements that you might make are seemingly shrugged off with big grins.
ReplyDeleteIt's not impossible, just takes a lot of searching.
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