29/08/2025
🚩 Red Flags in Church 🚩
Church is supposed to be a safe place a home where people encounter God, find family, and grow in faith. But sadly, not every church reflects Christ the way it should. Sometimes, what looks holy on the outside hides serious problems inside. That’s why we need to be wise and prayerful.
As a Christian we should not ignore:
1. Bossy leaders – Leaders are called to serve, not to control. When leaders act like dictators and no one is allowed to question them, that’s a danger sign.
2. Wrong teaching – God’s Word should be the standard. If the preaching doesn’t follow the Bible and is full of human opinion, be careful.
3. Money above all - Yes, giving is biblical, but when money and offerings are always the main topic, something is off. Souls must come before silver.
4. No love in the church – Gossip, favoritism, and fighting are not signs of God’s presence. Jesus said people will know we are His disciples by our love.
5. No correction of sin – When leaders or members live in sin but it is ignored or covered up, that is spiritual danger. True love corrects in truth and grace.
6. Worship feels like a show – Lights, music, and programs may look exciting, but if it’s all performance without genuine worship, it misses the heart of God.
7. No growth in faith – A church should help us grow, teaching us to pray, study the Bible, serve others, and share the gospel. If those are missing, the church becomes shallow.
The greatest red flag of all? ❌ When Jesus is no longer the center.
A church that replaces Christ with human pride, money, or entertainment loses its true purpose.
Remember, a healthy church is not perfect, but it points people back to Jesus again and again. It teaches truth, shows love, and helps believers walk faithfully with God.
"For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ." – 1 Corinthians 3:11