Re: Large crosses and ordinances
Nothing against Pentecostals/Charismatics, but it seems like a lot of Pentecostal/Charismatic churches push the ego issue. For example, before Life Church took over the building, the main auditorium at Metro Church was named after one of the largest donors. I've never been in favor of naming religious buildings after someone just because they gave the majority of the money to build it. Makes me think of the Pharisees. I always thought when you gave an offering to God, it was supposed be done in private submission, not to be seen by others. The gift from the lady in the Bible who gave all she had, but gave it quietly, seemed to be more meaningful to God than the gift from the rich Pharisees who flaunted their wealth and gave huge offerings to be seen before men.
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