Media influences culture
Recently I was watching a movie in which a large congregation was gathering together. The pastor within the congregation was speaking about the great work that the people were doing within the church. Instead of going on and on, the pastor turned the microphone over to the leader of the new group. The leader began speaking to the congregation about the work they were doing and how simple it was but then turned and said you need to be a part of it too. God is calling you to do the same thing. More people needed to join this movement and enjoy the same success and glory that they have enjoyed. The inspiring speech was great, motivating and yet was so very scripted for the movie it was in. At first, I thought that this movie was great. The Pastor was encouraging and growing leaders within the congregation gathering everyone to Jesus Christ. This is what the church should be doing and helping people live out within their life. The people were ...