10.30: How did we Actually go from the Gospel of Jesus to the Mess we Have Now?

What would any of Jesus’ Disciples say if they walked into your  church? If Peter walked into the cathedral built in his name, I think  he’d start tearing down statues — including those of Mary — and candle stands and scream, quoting what Jesus said when He cleared the money changers from the temple… The Scriptures declare, ‘My Temple will be called a house of prayer,’ but you have turned it into a den of thieves!” Matthew 21:13 NLT“ He would also add that with all the idolatry, it’s become a pagan temple and an abomination to God. And, he’d be right. If Paul walked into a progressive church like the United Church of  Christ, he’d sit quietly in the back shaking his head and thinking to  himself… “Oh, dear Lord! What I wrote to Timothy all those years ago  came true! What happened?” What did he write to Timothy? You should know this, Timothy, that in the last days there will be very difficult times. 2 For  people will love only themselves and their money. They will be boastful  and proud, scoffing at God, disobedient to their parents, and  ungrateful. They will consider nothing sacred. 3 They will be  unloving and unforgiving; they will slander others and have no  self-control. They will be cruel and hate what is good. 4 They will betray their friends, be reckless, be puffed up with pride, and love pleasure rather than God. 5 They will act religious, but they will reject the power that could make them godly. Stay away from people like that! 8 These teachers oppose the truth…They have depraved minds and a counterfeit faith. 9 But they won’t get away with this for long. Someday everyone will recognize what fools they are… 2 Timothy 2:1-5, 8-9 NLT What Did Happen to the Church founded by Jesus portrayed in the Book of Acts? Click on over to my blog to keep reading and to watch a video detailing the Protestant churches after the Reformation as well as lots of links so you can dig deeper... If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit.  Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Jesus is coming back soon! Are you ready? Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory! This is a daily podcast, published each evening.  Hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out!  And please share this with your friends.