Tuesday, March 12, 2013

CAN YOU SPOT A “CHURCH DATER?” –THE PROFILE OF ONE WHO DATES THE CHURCH


1. A “me-centered” attitude. They go to church for what they can get
—social interaction, programs, activities. The common question of the “church dater” is, “What can church do for me?”

2. A “church dater” is Independent. They go to church because that is what Christians are supposed to do.
They are careful to avoid getting involved too much, especially with people. They don’t pay much attention to God’s larger purpose for them as a vital part of a specific church family. They go through the motions without really investing themselves.

3. A “church dater” tends to be Critical. They are short on allegiance and quick to find fault in their church.
They treat the church with the consumer mentality—looking for the best product for the price of Their Sunday morning. They are fickle and not invested for the long-term, like a lover with a wondering eye; they are always on the hunt for something better.

(These three points taken from, Joshua Harris-“Stop Dating The Church!” –Chapter 1- page 16-17)

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