Change is...Necessary

Change, change, change... 

Everyone seems to be talking about it. It was even the platform for the  president elect. "Change"

It is everywhere. 

The world is changing; technology is changing. Everything is changing...

SO why is the church fighting change??

Change has become the 4 letter word in many churches in America. Not only do many not like change, they criticize other churches that are changing. They say things like, "pagans", "false doctrine", "seeker friendly", and the list goes on...

My though on this is... what happened in the middle 1900's when churches started singing hymns and such? What about when the piano was introduced, or when orchestras started playing in the service? 

Sounds like change was happening, and I bet you money that there was a uproar from some about it. 

Change is not bad. Change is what we do. 

It is not just about music or lights... it is the whole mindset of the church in America. 

Change is Necessary. If the church does not change.. it will never be what it needs to be. 

In Greenville, only about 22% of the population attend church (and that is in the buckle of the bible belt!). We are not living in the "good old days" of Christianity; so maybe we need to stop pretending we are.

We need to realize where we are, pray for guidance from the holy spirit, and step out in faith.  

Eternity is at stake! 

How much longer are we going to sit around with the frozen chosen? 

Change is necessary. today. Not later, now. Now is the time. Our time is running out. 

-next post. 

Change is... fun