Church Life by Scripture Alone

Are we letting the Word of God guide our church life? Jeffrey D. Johnson points out a worrying trend in the modern church. He notes that many churches are failing to disciple their congregations correctly. Instead of focusing on the Word of God, they are using pragmatic methods to attract people, such as adapting their music or watering down the Gospel. This approach is teaching that doctrine and the Word of God are unimportant, leading to a rise in nominal Christianity. Johnson contends that the best thing a church can do is to conduct itself according to the Scriptures. This means asking, "What does the Bible say the church is to do?" and then doing it. However, he notes that many churches are failing in this regard by not teaching the whole counsel of God. This failure is causing church members to be deficient in their understanding of God and His expectations of them. 2 Timothy 3:16 (NKJV): 'All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.'