Christians I Know are Hypocrites
You don’t have to be a street evangelist sharing with hundreds of people every day to have heard this objection to Christianity, “Well, the reason I don’t want to become a Christian is that most Christians that I know are hypocrites.” There it is, probably the most overused and unproven excuse on the market today. Most of us have heard this excuse in one form or another if we have spent any time inviting someone to follow Christ. So why is that the case? Well, perhaps it is a reputation that is deserved. Let’s face it, we have to own part of this problem because too many Christians say they believe one way, and their actions show a different belief system. “Yes, I believe in what the Bible has to say, just ask my live-in boyfriend.” “Oh, I know we are supposed to love and forgive one another, but you don’t understand what this person did to me!” The world sees us saying one thing, but our actions tell a different story. Seeing hypocrisy in the church may be the greatest reason people do not come to faith in Christ. This week we are going to deal with the objection that all Christians are hypocrites. Maybe you know someone who has allowed an inconsistent witness from another Christian to hinder their relationship with God, why not invite them to join you this week as we tackle this tough topic with what Jesus had to say about the matter.
Pastor Montia
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BRIDGE
Saturday, July 30, 9:00-11:00am
Meet at 9:00am in the “D” Bldg for breakfast, storying, and singing. Cost, $1.50.
At Bridge gatherings, guided conversation, and eating together help to “break the ice.” We practice relating to and conversing with Believers who are different from ourselves: age, culture, background. To participate in this ministry in any way, or to sign up, please send an email to Eileen at
eileenmobley44@gmail.com.
Life Development Classes
Sunday, August 7, 4:00-8:00pm - Light dinner will be served.
CONNECT - Membership Class
This class is a prerequisite to membership that teaches salvation, baptism, and the Lord's Supper, along with the purposes, targets, structure and affiliations of our Church. Pastor Montia teaches CONNECT.
GROW - Spiritual Maturity
In order to grow spiritually mature in your Christian walk, four basic habits will be the focus of this class. Pastor Mike Lovato teaches GROW.
SERVE - Ministry Strengths
Discover your unique “SHAPE” for ministry:
Spiritual Gifts–Heart–Abilities–Personality–Experience
Pastor Michael Pierpoint teaches SERVE.
Register at Mag Central or online at magonline.com/membership
Nothing but the Beats Hip-Hop Concert - Students
Wednesday, July 27, 6:00-9:00pm ~ The Loft - FREE
Featuring live music by DJ Sleepwalker and Michael Fugitt
Educating hearts and minds regarding mental health.
Saturday, September 10, 8:30am-3:30pm ~ The Loft - Cost: $15
The program will include special breakout sessions by trained, and licensed therapists on:
marriage · divorce care for children · post partum depression
Dementia/Alzheimer’s · domestic violence · addiction recovery
special needs children · suicide prevention · adult depression · sexual abuse
For more information email
women@magonline.com.
Register at Mag Central. Online registration coming soon.
