The Fake Church (Pt 2)

The church often takes the Job approach, telling people that their hardship is because of their own sin. That may well be, but other possibilities exist, and they should also be explored first.

As a forever church member, I've seen my share of travesties. Once a busload of young men from a juvenile correctional facility arrived at church on a Sunday morning. They looked liked regular kids from the streets. Instead of rejoicing at the opportunity to serve and minister to the teens, the pious church ladies set out to give them makeovers! "Pull up your pants, young man." "Why is your hair braided?" "Earrings are for women!" Tragic!


When our Lord walked the earth, His focus was on the individual. He first met their needs and then ministered the gospel. IN THAT ORDER. He dined with thieves, and conversed with whores. If our Savior, who was without sin, could do so, who are we to behave life the Pharisees?

While some churches follow His example in earnest, too many do not. Too many impart pain instead of love. We need to step out of our comfort zones, remove ourselves from the pedestal and follow Christ's perfect example. Only then can the world experience God's love.