Who are you pleasing? Who are you following? Man or God. A decade ago even though there were false prophets around, it was not as obvious and blatant like it is today; which is an indication that we are in the last days, and confirms what is written in 2 Timothy 3:2-4, “For men will be lovers of themselves and money more than God…” The covetous attitude of the world has crept into the church, people seek fame, fortune, and title more than God and His will.

So instead of fulfilling the purpose and objective of their five-fold ministry call to perfect the saints, for the work of the ministry, and edifying the body in truth and love, some have become egotistical bigots, who would prefer to perfect their lives, fill their pockets, and only edify themselves, which is dividing the church, confusing both the believer and the sinner. Thus leading them further away from God instead of unifying everyone.

It is sad when a minister craves the spotlight, covetousness of titles and the willingness to accept false entitlement from people just to gain prestige, fame, and fortune without regards or compassion for the lost, thus becoming men or people pleaser instead of one who seeks to please God . I guess they should go and search the scriptures like the Bereans in Acts 17:11 and see where John the Baptist said that Jesus must increase, and he decrease (John 3:30).

The apostle Paul went a little further by saying in Philippians 1:21 “For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Then in Philippians 3:7-8 he said, “But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ; Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ and be found in Him not having my own righteousness…”

However, Jesus said it best in John 5:41-42, “I do not receive honor from men, but I know you, that you do not have the love of God in your hearts.” Listen folks, there is no story or testimony if God does not or will not get the glory. So having ten titles cannot save you nor others if the love of God is not in you, it is just paper that will burn with you. But when we deny ourselves and take up the cross and follow Jesus, it is then we will see that we have a treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us (2 Corinthians 4:7).

Have the church lost its focus or purpose? Has the church forgotten that we are laborers together with God, you are God’s cultivated field, you are God’s building; according to the grace of God which is given unto us….For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 3:9-11). No one can ever replace Jesus and what He did for us. So lets follow the only one who knows the way, who is the truth, and who guarantees everlasting life and that’s Jesus Christ. Have you met Him? Do you know Him?

If you don’t know God nor His son Jesus Christ whom God sent to take away the sins of the world and redeem mankind to Him, then go to the top of this blog, click on to the salvation page, and follow the instructions. It will be the best decision you ever make, for further studies and information on God’s word allow the Holy Spirit to lead and guide,as you study the Bible.To God be the glory, praise, honor, and thanks for using me to minister to His people, and may He give them spiritual wisdom, knowledge, and understanding to receive what the spirit of the Lord has to say to them, in Jesus’ name. Amen.