Prophecy Matters Blog

I recently re-read an article that appeared in a Christian magazine a dozen years ago. The writer, who has had extensive experience working with youth and college students, stated that the real problem for today's younger generations is that their sin has weighted them down with shame.

Isn't that interesting? Guilt of course is part of the equation, but it is deep shame because of sin that is the bane of today's young people.

Today's culture in America is a moral sewer. Everywhere people are becoming more self-centered.

The writer of the article also stated that when truth is jettisoned, the result is that youth especially look to all manner of earthly "wisdom" in their search for meaning.

At the same time this situation exists, we see the American Church relinquishing whatever good effect it ever had on society.

How sad to see churches ramping-up the emphasis on style over substance in church. They even talk of having "relevant" sermons/talks/messages for attendees.

The Bible is relevant! Its history, philosophy, and prophecy make for the ultimate message of meaning. The Church today however fairly shows its disrespect for Scripture by elevating lights, cameras, action over the instruction of Paul: Preach the Word.

I have a theory: people want someone to stand up and tell them the Bible is true, and THE guide for life. Tell them why. Show them. Explain. Preach. Teach.

The American Church today has largely abandoned this call.

To its great shame.

jim@prophecymatters.com