Below is a fascinating video that will leave you wondering “How could so many church leaders allow this to happen to their precious sheep?” Here’s some of what you’ll learn by watching it – but there’s way more information in the video that most people are unaware of.
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Rick Warren’s book, “The Purpose Driven Life,” has had a profound impact on American churches, leading to significant changes in church practices and membership. The book’s influence is evident in the following ways:
- Church Growth Model: Warren’s model emphasizes church growth through five purposes: worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism. This approach has been adopted by many churches, leading to a shift in their focus and methods.
- Congregational Changes: Over 30,000 churches implemented Warren’s “40 Days of Purpose” program between 2003-2010, resulting in congregational splits and longtime members being pushed out.
- Traditional Worship: The movement has led to a decline in traditional worship methods, with churches adopting “seeker sensitive” corporate methods instead.
- Testimonies and Decline: Real testimonies from churches torn apart by these changes highlight the impact of Warren’s model on church life and membership.
The book’s success and the subsequent changes in church practices have sparked discussions and controversies, with some questioning the wisdom of adopting such a model. Despite the challenges, Warren’s book has been a significant influence on American Christianity, shaping the direction of many churches.
Watch the video – you may need to slide the bar to the beginning.
Research
Purpose Driven, Seeker Sensitive, Market Driven
CRN has compiled a list of false teachers and several other professing Christians we’ve warned you about over the years. The list also contains those we must keep an eye on plus movements, organizations and “frauds, phonies and money-grubbing religious quacks” to mark and avoid as per Romans 16:17-18 such as Rick Warren and Bill Hybels.