Protestantism

» Brian Tubbs - Standard of Success

I don't subscribe to the notion that the most spiritually minded and most God-blessed churches are the BIGGEST and RICHEST churches.

Barna's point (and mine) is that following Christ isn't about cheering on your church, giving money to it, etc. - although that COULD be part of it. (Our church gives food and assistance to the local homeless shelter each month - and we strive to help families in need. Obviously, it takes resources to do that, so giving is a part of that. But it's not the only part).

Jesus never built a multi-million dollar worship center. He never asked people to send him money - and he would then, in turn, pray for their needs. We need to keep Jesus in mind when we ask whether we are truly FOLLOWING him.