This is what happens when. . .

This is what happens when…

Boards run the church.

Robert's Rules of Order take the place of the Holy Spirit.

Elections are needed rather than giftings acknowledged.

Democracy rules rather than Theocracy.

Sign your name to a membership card.

Youth need entertainment rather than seeing the move of the Holy Spirit.

Life Centers and playgrounds are built to attract.

Young families no longer attend.

Programs are developed for the program's sake.

A kiosk greets you as you enter.

More people attend a spaghetti dinner than a prayer meeting.

Worship Techs are more powerful than the pastor.

AI is used rather than ANOINTED INTELLIGENCE.

The power of videos replaces anointed preaching.

The rustle of pages is exchanged for a swipe and a tap.

Smartphones keep the little ones quiet.

 Communion service is neglected.

The pastor has a vision, but not from Him.

When the pastor's name is on the cornerstone.

Fellowship becomes a social event.

A sign that says all are welcome.

Fasting is ignored.

Holiness is legalistic or completely ignored.

A membership discount for a plot at the church cemetery.

The Cross has been replaced.

The pastor invites his pastor friend to hold a revival.

Evangelist becomes a professional position.

Look to a man rather than to Him.

Money spent on a new billboard sign.

The cemetery fund and building fund are overflowing

The five-fold ministry is denied or not in place.

The altar has been removed.

The Holy Spirit has departed, and the church rolls on.

Congregants can’t remember the sermon from last Sunday

The latest technology is needed to engage.

Seniors need a nice van to go to Pigeon Forge.

Easter egg hunts, trunk or-treat, and Christmas trees share the real meaning.

When the Pulpit Search Committee has too many applicants or none at all.

When members sign the note, the creditors come calling.