Why do these megachurches glorify & promote sin?

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you for being willing to hear me out on this topic!🖤I know it’s not necessarily easy to hear, so if you’re a fan of any of these churches I am thankful you’re here and praying for you to seek the Lord above all else on these things and that you search the Scriptures for yourself. There are lots of verses in the description as well as other resources going more into depth about everything I talked about. Praying they help point you to Christ. 🙏🏻

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

Too bad Ephesians is a forgery, along with the majority of the NT. Seriously, Becca. You are wasting your life.

[@UnrequiteDreamx6]

Good for you for speaking the truth. Too many churches have been teaching incorrectly or not talking on unpopular topics because they may not get as many followers or what have you.

[@astrolight5000]

@@DesGardius-me7gf The New Testament has been proven historically credible by plenty of scholars, from both believing and atheistic origin. I pray you look further into it.

[@dingdong101pickle2]

Hi Becca!! You are truly a huge inspiration to me. I recently became baptized on January 30th of this year after reading the entire book of Acts of how people are converted to Christianity and seeing that the Biblical way to salvation is through the Blood, Water and Spirit, as Jesus says to Nicodemus. God put this amazing family, called the Fishers, in my life who helped me study the Bible and grow with God through his Word. Initially, my faith began to grow from your inspiration. But my whole life I have done nothing but listen to others instead of getting into God's Word myself. But even you warned us about listening to others and to get into the Bible for ourselves and to fact check others with the Bible. I just wanted to thank you for all that you say and all that you do!!! Glory to God for your videos truly I'm glad to hear your opinion and fact check it. Lol hope you're having a wonderful day and I'll be praying for you :) !!

[@Grace.Margate]

Amen

[@EricLovesCHRIST]

"Open rebuke is better than love in secret." -Proverbs 27:5

[@KeysoftheLord]

I was gonna quote that to.😁

[@kraegermendoza5985]

This is really convicting. I've always shyed away from rebuking people because I get scared. But the next time I can, I want to use this verse. God help us all

[@_KendraChristine]

Amen girl! The world will think this message is crazy! But our wisdom from the Word sounds like foolishness to the world, thank you for speaking up!!💛

[@FarAwayDistance]

100%! Love you!

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

1st Corinthians 1:18 is just a gotcha tactic concocted by a delusional narcissist from 1st Century Anatolia.

[@Crownliving]

@@FarAwayDistance You are unreal. Let me ask you this? Did you collect all of the information needed to make a judgment ?

[@Crownliving]

And what about you? Did you collect all of the information to make a judgment?

[@CarringtonMorgan3342]

I have heard people starting to swear at 13. I don't like swearing in general and I never understood the appeal of it. My mom's family has a crazy history and she doesn't want me and my younger sister to be like most of our family. So far it has paid off(mainly due to my mom's prayers before and after my sister and I were born) and my mom is so happy about it. Love this channel. 😍😍

[@markmoore8399]

I heard it around that age (or younger) when on the school bus. I might not struggle as much with swearing if I did not hear it in public ALL THE TIME.

[@alwaysyoutome19]

Being out of secular environments (i.e. public school and university), swearing has been at an all time low. So glad to hear you and your sister is living out Ephesians 4:29!!

[@elliesmind]

i’m 14 right now and the pressure to swear is so real and it’s more common in guys. i’d say 90% of people in my grade swear. swearing started getting popular at my school in fourth grade mostly on the bus but now it’s everywhere

[@ifesjournal]

In my school it was in year 7 so 11-12. People swear so much even the people in my choir 🥴

[@noble604]

The language out in public is appalling. It’s from adults, girls, boys, at work, in the streets, blaring from cars, on tv and now with the popular phrase about the President I see flags as big as bed sheets flying from trucks with that on it and T-shirts with it written out. It’s really a disgusting time that we can’t escape it. It’s everywhere and people are like small children, proud that they can say it

[@BibleAndFriends]

This reminds me of a time my old church brought in someone from a megachurch for some tech training, and the guy was telling us how his pastor once came out on stage, cracked open a beer and started drinking it while he was preaching, trying to say it's ok to drink. Yeah, it's ok to drink (not get drunk), but what kind of message was this guy showing to everyone watching his message?! Maybe someone was struggling being sober and then they see their pastor drinking and they think, "hey, if it's ok for him i guess it's ok for me." Ugh!

[@Spatterdock]

Water is more affordable and better for a sore throat

[@A_r_i_._G_]

Us christians shouldn’t be drinking period . Tryna stay pure here ✌🏽 But yes I completely agree horrible message that pastor was giving.

[@sally-kella]

What?😨

[@charlotteholland8364]

Cracking open a beer is OBVIOUS and wrong…. Not “forgiveness University”…..this man consistently teaches against sin. this is a very petty video…. There are so many ministries that DONT teach from the Bible and only teach “feel good “ Sermons only… that don’t bring Conviction that creates change….. that, in no was describes Michael Todd.

[@classicstorm]

@@A_r_i_._G_ I don't drink alcohol before you go off but nowhere does it say that it isn't ok to drink wine or anything...

[@LushonM]

At first I was very defensive whilst watching this- but you’re right; the word of God should challenge us. So thank you for that l. Also- churches need to stop trying to promote “church”. But promote Jesus. We’ve allowed ourselves to be limited to the notion that “Jesus is boring” or “church is boring”, and we’ve lost the gospel in an attempt to be more attractive to the world.

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

There is no “Word of god,” only words of men. There’s no such thing as “sin,” it’s a man-made concept used to manipulate and control people. I highly suggest you go to an ACTUAL historian or scientist to see if the Bible is supported by evidence, instead of going to an Xtian apologist.

[@LushonM]

@@DesGardius-me7gf Question; and I don't mean to be shady or create conflict bc I am new to this channel and this woman seems rather gentle. But; why view and comment on a video about a subject you seemingly have no interest in understanding?

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

@@LushonM Because I'm trying to help people break free of this virus called "Christianity". It's an authoritarian religion that cheats people out of life, and instills unnecessary feelings of guilt and shame into people for things that aren't even that bad. Becca's gentle personality is nothing more than a product of her brainwashing. True freedom is doing what YOU want, not what religion wants. There's no such thing as "Freedom in Christ," it's just Orwellian word-spinning. There's no such thing as "sin," it's a manmade concept.

[@desokie257]

As a previous avid viewer of Transformation Church (Mike Todd's) since 2018

[@FarAwayDistance]

Destinee, thank you so much for sharing this. 🥺🖤I am so thankful the Lord has led you to His Word through all of this. Here is a link to a website that gives names of churches in your area that I hope helps you! www.thegospelcoalition.org/churches/ If you need online sermons to listen to - I listen to John MacArthur, Steven Lawson, Voddie Baucham, and Costi Hinn!! I hope this helps🖤Thank you so much again for sharing your story!!

[@PcNdou]

Hi, please try Shekinah Worship Center on KZbin, they are based in Lancaster. Ps Joe Sweet’s sermons will build you in the faith and the doctrine of Christ.

[@jirahsimbajon7929]

Pastor Vlad Savchuk and Peter Tanchi. They are very biblical

[@shanx4170]

Minister Kevin LA Ewing is great as well as Isaiah Salidivar for informative videos to do with the bible !!

[@jessil1054]

I was also an avid viewer but I wasn’t getting that deep connection to God I was seeking. I started watching Mercy Culture Church on KZbin. I attended a revival service with the pastor about 12 years ago and it was amazing. Today his ministry is in Texas and I watch online. They go from beginning to end. Like begin of worship and to the end at the announcements. I love the intimacy of God you get through these services. You should totally check it out!!

[@ari9525]

so true Becka. you rebuked me, i sometimes say "what the h***" when i am by myself. but still it is wrong and hell is definitely not something to take lightly. i already knew the reality about megachurches but you opened my eyes on how we should watch our words even if we are on our own. thank you Becka, God bless you.

[@itsbelledivine]

This is so important to talk about! I'm on the media/production team at church and I genuinely enjoy making artsy things but I know that ultimately cool graphics don't save. It might get people in the door but it won't keep them coming, facts! I've been able to learn about discipleship while being at my church and the gospel is preached every week! (I'd been to places where that was not the case...ever.) Thank you for stepping up to the plate and making this video @farawaydistance

[@TheLegend-gj6bw]

I didn't know using those words and phrases in a "modern" context was sinful. There's always so much controversy about it. Thank you for clearing that up for me and helping me stop unnecessary sinning. God bless.

[@KatieGregoire]

Love how much your videos encourage us all to think, and point us back to Christ and the Gospel! ❤️ Keep being a light here on KZbin, Becca! xo

[@sally-kella]

Oh my!!! Becca, I was just thinking about that earlier this week "even when it hurts like hell". I asked myself "should this be in a Christian song?" Especially knowing fully well that some people use the word hell to curse. How do they know what hell feels like? I was like...I'll get back to this thought later and here you are...

[@MandiPlaysBeatSaber]

I recently left a mega church and just found my new home church this past weekend. It is such a stark contrast from the church I left but I love it so far. I have also stopped listening to most of the "worship" songs I have been listening to since I became a Christian like 6 years ago. I realized that most of them were really about worshipping myself and about worshipping what God can do for me. Now I try to only listen to songs only glorifying God and who He is. My favorite is CityAlight. That's almost all I listen to because I don't know of any others.

[@premanandjj8774]

Some churches are ditched in the wrong trajectory in terms of simplifying sins. U have done a great job in this video. I was not from a Christian background and we need biblical truth. Amen

[@danidillaha1535]

I listen to you when I'm at work im over here going "Yes girl, preach it! YES!!" my coworker looked over at me, "Um are you okay?" haha I love that this was the way I got to witness to my coworker. thank you so so much.

[@FarAwayDistance]

Aww!!! I love this. Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@christinalaska]

“Hurts like hell” I think works in a worship song as hell is the worst place a person could be in… so comparing an awful, heart wrenching situation with NO HOPE in your heart…. You don’t realize the depths of depression and despair, abuse and pain some people experience on the earth. I understand your belief and accept your argument but we will have to agree to disagree. Your passion is beautiful.

[@Unicornlovesdragon]

Ephesians 5:11 Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. Thank you for this video

[@mrwhite5872]

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[@srich7503]

@@mrwhite5872 greetings Mr. White. Based on this link it seems you are promoting non-Trinitarian theology. While i can appreciate this position, and the many others in the world, but i feel i must paint the “elephant-in-the-room” for you and all bible believing non-Trinitarians. History shows that the bible as you know it, the 27 books of the NT, did not come into existence until the 5th century. 2 factors play an important part to this history. 1 being there is no time in history where the church fathers were in 100% agreement of the 27 books and, 2 there were 3 councils in late 4th century (councils of Hippo, Rome, Carthage) that decided which books would be in and which books would not be in the canon of the NT. What does this have to do with the Trinity??? These councils came AFTER the council of Nicaea in 325 which began the development of Trinity doctrine that would continue to develop over the next few centuries. In summary - the Trinity doctrine came from the same church that the 27 book canon came from. 🤷🏽‍♂ Peace!!!

[@coveredinclay]

Girl, this was so good 👏 I love how you approached it with complete grace, looking forward to seeing more of your videos :)

[@rioforce]

Awesome video. I love hearing people talk about hard hitting topics. Not enough Christians (myself included) speak up. Thanks for the eye opening message and encouragement

[@DunamisSword]

I wish you read your comments still, because I would like to tell you that I was saying "AMEN" throughout this WHOLE video!!!! I could have made this video and used the exact same words & scriptures you did. . .So good to see you maturing in Christ the way you are! Your husband is so fortunate to have such a Proverbs 31 woman! Well done! ✔ 🙌💯💢✝️

[@FarAwayDistance]

Thank you so much! Glory to God🥺🙌🏻

[@jonaya9202]

True, that one phrase in “Even when it hurts” also always made me feel uncomfortable, even though I find it a very beautiful song. I never sang that phrase, but I got what they were trying to convey. And about pastor Todd, I thought the name of the series was kinda clever, like they took something that is bad and changed it to a good thing. They transformed it. But I also see where you are coming from. What do you think about his other sermons? Because I have learned a lot from some sermons. Do you think that because those churches did these things that we should never watch again? Or was it something that they meant well but was poorly executed?

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@arejays6701]

i love the Grace shown in this post, i think ultimately a perfect church doesnt exist , and if it does please point me to one so i can attend, the bible says we are all sinners and i think just by that we know that things cannot be ever perfect without the presence of God. I feel like "poorly executed" is right on the money, and it is up to us as the Church body to let iron sharpen iron and speak out and correct each other with loving hearts.

[@ebuggs212]

I love the timing of your videos! Such wisdom is given and the holy spirit is obviously living in you as you speak with such love and truth that isn't a 'feel good' message but has genuine concern. Thanks and God Bless!🙏

[@simonwithan_e]

this is just my opinion, but i feel as though them saying “it hurts like hell”, is them expressing how bad it hurts, it hurts so bad they’re comparing it to a pain they haven’t experienced…

[@southparkengland2276]

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[@yourwillnotmine428]

this video was incredible. everything you said was biblical. i love it. keep on shining the light of Christ.

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@MeADow0201]

Hey Becca! Been watching your videos for awhile. Thank you for this video, was initially hesitant to watch as I found that many videos on Hillsong/ other preachers are so focused on "exposing" and attempting to rebuke or correct them but ironically becoming an echo chamber and a distraction from God. The verses you have shared were a timely reminder as I face my trials. A reminder of God's love and what it means to follow Christ. Also I do unintentionally swear with replaced words (heck or shoot kind) but hearing your gentle rebuke I think I should be more aware of choosing not to even say these words. :)

[@bentermock9167]

My heart has been feeling the same way towards this topic. 1 Corinthians 2:14 says But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.

[@sue_wachira]

I totally love the truth and honesty being shared here ❤️ Just to add on this, we should pray for these churches and their congregants, that they may come to the light of Christ pertaining the topics discussed and more. I maybe wrong but I highly believe that most if not all of these ministers are called and need our prayers to see ways in which they're misleading the body of Christ.🙏

[@hlelsilethwala9934]

The other day I told someone I had a day from hell,they are Christian so they comforted me but it lingered and I think the Holy Spirit was trying to remind me everyday is a blessing and His mercies are made new every morning good or bad I can't take it for granted....listening to this,it's cementing how much my words weigh

[@fernavacado2525]

Thank you for backing up your points with verses directly from God’s Word! So many people argue and preach about God without ever quoting Him. I have a hard time listening to a point if it can’t be backed by Scripture. Thank you for relying on God and not just your own thoughts! This video is so good 🙏🙏

[@FarAwayDistance]

Glory to God!!

[@EmilyFShockley]

Keep speaking on this platform! You always convict me.

[@noble604]

It’s not a mehachurch issue, in my opinion. I’ve been to many small churches where pastors make inappropriate comments like the popular Christian one that we should not sit on our blessed assurances but do something. They make crude “jokes” that are borderline sexually risqué and say all kinds of things to fit in with the world/culture as a joke so as not be boring but “knowing what’s going on.” This is across the Church, unfortunately.

[@paulh2423]

I have to say this video made me shake my head and think "who cares if you say 'hell' flippantly its not a bad word" then as I listened to her I felt like God was telling me "You say that word all the time and MUCH worse!" I have some reflecting to do. God is changing me and the fact my first my knee jerk reaction was being offended... Tells me there are areas in my life that I thought were fine....that aren't. Appreciate this video! such a gentle peaceful loving call.... Keep up the amazing work for God's glory

[@Alia21234]

I’m Really am so happy to have found your channel, because I agree fully with you, I read this scripture this morning and it says Hosea 4.7 NLT The more priests there are the more they sin against me. They have exchanged the glory of God for the shame of idols. I just thought that was fitting with what you were saying. I to am a firm believer of sticking to Gods word because it is perfect and needs no changing at all. Thank you for showing me that I’m not the only one who loves the bible and loves God and Jesus that much that you are helping others like me to know there are people who also love God and Jesus just the way they are. God bless you.

[@johnsmit5999]

Thank you for sharing this! Each Christian needs to know what it means to come out of the world and be separate. It is so great to attend a church that gives the gospel and response opportunity every time but we shouldn't neglect our responsibility to share. I have gospel signs and tracts to get the message across. God left us here for more than just taking up a seat or pew at church.

[@kaila62kaila]

I don't know this young lady, but she does a great job teaching truth!

[@waynewrz]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I’d agree that many of our churches (regardless of size) spend too much time worried about marketing and not enough time on our knees seeking Holy Spirit to move in our lives and leading toward sanctification.

[@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676]

Matthew 24:12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. Matthew 24:12 has come to pass in this.

[@marielundstrom7694]

Dear sister, just because one song sliped does justify not listening to Hillsong at all. So many wonderful anoited worship songs are so worth listening to. Please, do not make people hide what they want to listen to. Brooke haszwritten so many beautiful worship songs

[@1corinthians139]

Yes I agree! So many that has touched me and helped me in my journey to Jesus. Without these songs I don’t know where I’d be and a lot of the songs are from scripture.

[@Kingofthenet2]

Well said 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@genevieve.thimlar]

Thank you for your convicting and challenging messages. They are more edifying than a lot of things we can find in this world for Christian media and I'm sure it's hard to face the controversy. But thank you! Your boldness is inspiring...have a great day! ❤️😁

[@psalm23sheep53]

Sometimes, when I feel far from God, I watch your videos, and it is a HUGE comfort to me. I feel like a good friend is talking to me and edifying me. I also get so motivated to move in the right direction. Yours and off the Kirb ministries are my comfort channels.

[@quishia]

Great video, I loved this!! I admire your courage, keep it up! One scripture that immediately came to mind when I was reading the title before I watched the video was 2 Timothy 4:3-4 and it reads For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. They will reject the truth and chase after myths.

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

And that is from a FORGED EPISTLE.

[@deborah3912]

When I first became a Christian I remember Christian radio stations had wonderful teaching programs. Sadly today these stations only play music hour after hour, very little teaching from the Word of GOD. Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of GOD not worldly Christian music. Sad!

[@ChristcentredNaturalgee]

I love how you linked all of what you were saying to the good news of Jesus christ. This was a great video. The hope that we have in christ is amazing. Great video becca❤️😊

[@Sharon.SavedbyGrace]

Amen! It’s good. Thank you for edifying our sisters & bringing attention to this. The freedom of Jesus is the greatest love

[@hanstroskie4555]

Thank you so much for your KZbin videos, so inspiring God Bless you in all you do, from South Africa

[@iloveGod1105]

You articulated so well all of these topics. Thank you, thank you, thank you! You have a gift!

[@maddie7899]

This video was soooo good Becca!! Thank you for this encouragement to be a slave to righteousness, not sin!

[@tori.setfreebytruth7009]

I used to attend Transformation church and felt called out/away from there for so so many reasons based on scripture.

[@yvonnekruger2378]

Just saw one of your video for the first time, end I LOVE it. Thank you so much, losts of churches don't want to tell the hard truth, because it will upset someone. Thank you for being honest and not afraid to be honest.

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@carmenfischer6987]

Love it Becca!!! Many are being misled. We need to expose the darkness!

[@skylercotton5481]

Modern Churches are all about the numbers so they don’t preach against Sin.This leads to a bunch of worldly people in those prosperity churches following a different gospel not of god.We are called to be holy and set apart from the world.Are view of the gospel should not be feelings based but just doing everything the word says even if we are uncomfortable.We are not being loving if we don’t share the whole gospel.Thanks for the video and standing for the truth.Praise the lord🙏

[@justapseudonym7]

I've struggled with being set apart for a long time now because I went through a phase of being really judgmental and like a 'pharisee'. So now I'm trying to figure out how to stop being part of this world, but also not become so pious or prideful.

[@karrindobbins2024]

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[@Quinnbrand2016]

Exactly!!! That’s where I’m at

[@laylaluna2376]

Same here. I’ve been told I’m “judge mental” even when I don’t open my mouth lol Apparently it’s just my presence.

[@alinabelousova]

Preach girl! I had and still have the same concerns about some of this worldly "Christian" music too. They also tend to repeat sentences a lot in their songs, which is a sure way to hypnotic state and is often used to get people in that state, so that you are not actively engaging your mind when listening to the music or to the sermon afterwards. A good presentation on music that explains a lot of science behind music and it's use in our churches is called "Distraction Dilemma" by Shepherd's Call Media and you can find it on KZbin.

[@kellygerber6475]

Thank you so much, Becca! This was extremely helpful. I so appreciate you being willing to speak the truth.

[@parfaitripert]

Hey there, I wanted to say a few things about this video you posted. Of course, it is just my point of view. I am aware that there are pastors and spiritual leaders that openly promote sin, but I am not sure all those who you named in your video are knowingly doing that. Just because they said a word or sentence in a sermon or a song that is not biblical, does not mean we should throw away all the other messages. I believe they also have good sermons sometimes if not, most of the time, and If you listen to the sermon of a pastor just to find errors or mistakes, I am pretty sure you won´t find in this world a pastor that is irreproachable. But for you to say you will no longer listen to those just because of that one thing they said is not wise I think. It is also confusing to people because the pastor you advise people to listen to, is certainly criticized in someone else's video or maybe that pastor will deceive you later in doing or saying also things that are questionable., if this happens, will you throw away all that he had already fed you with?. By doing so we are dividing the body of Christ. New believers will go from church to church.. I think the best thing to do would be to talk directly to that pastor about the specific thing that he/she did or say that was not biblical. If he is humble enough he will acknowledge it, repent and correct it. If not then we just have to pray for him, But just completely turning him off is not wise I think, this is implying we are expecting them to always be perfect, a standard none of us can meet. John 8:7: When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” And for you to say those churches don´t bear fruits, sounds to me like you actually knowing with God which churches bear fruits. We should take a position of humility and not judge what only God is able/should to judge. KZbin is full of videos of Christians criticizing this or that church or pastor, how they dress, how they worship, how much money they make etc. And don´t get me wrong, I am aware there are some churches that knowingly preach the wrong Gospel, and that is kind for us to try and let new believers know about those churches. But the one you listed although some of their messages can be misleading, I don't think they worship the devil. Luke 9:49-50 “Master,” said John, “we saw someone driving out demons in your name and we tried to stop him because he is not one of us.” “Do not stop him,” Jesus said, “for whoever is not against you is for you.” John 8:7: When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” Again just my opinion, I am not pretending it is absolute. may the holy spirit enlighten us more on that.

[@luaramorais834]

I completely agree with all you said. It's exactly what I was thinking when I saw this video. “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” We should take a position of humility and not judge what only God is able/should to judge. We are not called to judge people we are called to love people. We don't know anything God knows everything he knows the process of their hearts and souls and the action of the Holy Spirit n those churches so that's why only he is capable of judging. God said: "with the measure that you judge you will be judged" and "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 4 How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye?" - meaning we should look at ourselves and not others we should focus on our relationship with God ask Jesus to clean us and teach us and be transformed by him, focus on our process of transformation and pray for our brothers and sisters!

[@trishjones]

💯Couldn't agree with you more. I think people believe that because they can create their own platforms these days via social media, it gives them the right to say what they want to say. I always say that ministry is not tearing each other down - and publicly when you don't even know the other person. Paul wrote letters to the various churches because he had relationship with them. These people have zero relationship and as you say, this dangerous finger pointing is dividing the church. It's a maturity thing and I think we had all better grow up before Jesus returns. He's coming for a bride, not a bunch of preacher bashers.

[@austinfarlow2065]

I don’t necessarily see it as judging. Would you say that Paul was judging the churches when he went and rebuked them for doing wrong? People miskew this word so often and instead of standing up for what is right they back down bc of their fear of man or bc it is not what they want to hear. Instead of judging look at it as a warning. We should constantly be discerning things as Christians, testing all things with the Holy Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19-22) There will be many false teachers in the last days that come to tickle the ears (2 Timothy 4:3). They will be wolves dressed in sheep’s clothing (Matthew 7:15-20). We must hold firm to ALL parts of the Bible. Remember in John 8:11 Jesus said to the woman who was going to be stoned, “Go and sin no more.” We must repent and trust alone in Christ.

[@parfaitripert]

@@luaramorais834 100 % agree Sister

[@trishjones]

@@austinfarlow2065 In England, if you say the word "flipping" for some people it's swearing. There are certain word the American's say that we wouldn't use in England. As I was told one day, "don't preach your convictions." That doesn't include sin but just because I recite a song from a record doesn't mean I even listen to the song, I'm making a connection. To me, this is your perspective and it's not up to you to push your perspective onto someone else. And in answer to your question about Paul, he sent letters, he didn't broadcast it to everyone else apart from the people he was speaking to. All the people you slate may never see your video. They have no relationship with you so in effect, I believe - just my belief - this is nothing more than rant and divide. I say let the Holy Spirit do what only the Holy Spirit can do. We don't tear out the entire book of Psalms because of what David did. And yes the false prophets are also those who interpret from their own perspective and then push those perspectives on others. This is also being false. Did God tell you to call those people out... on Social Media at that? If you went to Jesus and told him you don't like xyz - which is okay, I do that all the time - is Jesus's answer "go on social media and slate them, tell others why you're not listening to them and suggest they do the same?" Something to think about.

[@Akii.96]

I recently left my church because of their messages and theology, and i want to thank you becca because I started to realize how much theology matters thanks to your videos

[@kbg12ila]

I've been Christian for a year and a half now but I've only been going to a local church recently and have only gone 3 times... Although I've been hearing a lot of good teachings and loving the communal worship towards the Lord, I've been hearing some things that sound like the prosperity gospel. Stuff like (paraphrasing) "the only times I've found myself in financial trouble it's because I haven't prayed enough" "it's never in god's will for you to be poor" "if you donate to the church God will bless you in your personal life." "Get rid of a poverty mindset." It just feels really conflicting to me. It's believing that our lives here are supposed to be personally prosperous because we're Christian... It's the opposite. As Christians we are completely out of place in the world and more likely we will struggle and suffer (and not always because of direct persecution.) It sounds anti scripture. Their defenses were that it asks us to give to the needy and we can't do that unless we have money... Which is such a twisting in my opinion of scripture. But it goes against the scriptures like Jesus saying to take up your own cross, deny yourself, the world will hate you. When Jesus prayed for the cup to be passed from him. When Paul tells slaves to remain slaves and be content in that life loving their master. Contentment in poverty and riches. It bothers me a lot that this is being taught for many reasons. It's also the church of one of my best friends and one of the people who taught me so much about Christ and his parents are the pastor's.... I need to tell him because I love him so much.

[@kemdiegekeze4042]

There’s a lot here. I love the commentary on emphasizing the importance of the gospel actually being preached as opposed to focusing on production and doing whatever to bring as many people on as of the church is a business model. It’s very concerning and something Christians need to fight back against. I’ll say this though; I think lately there’s this uprising of the exact opposite that can be equally as distracting where we shake our heads at how certain people walk their faith and it’s a problem when we go as far as to say they’re not Christian for it or shouldn’t be supported. Like a point in this video was not listening to hillsong bc of the “hurt like hell” line and in a past video it was because artists like maverick city music would use the term “you” too often and it took away from worshipping God so that should be avoided too. I wonder where the line is and where the heart of the person writing the music or the sermon comes into play in Gods eyes. Like when David would cry out or when Jesus flipped over the tables when his fathers house was disrespected or when Peter rebuked brothers in Christ forcefully, I believe God saw the heart of those actions as opposed to just the actions themselves if that makes sense? I just wonder if in this time where the world (especially the U.S.) is so broken and we as Christians can so easily point out what’s wrong, that we may be missing the mark on pointing out what is good and how we can help. I’m checking myself as I write this bc I recognize my biases. I have an aversion to we as Christians saying something isn’t Christian enough bc often we say that to things that are nuanced forms of expression but still reflect the gospel (like with art, film, music etc). Like I listen to Ruslan’s streams a lot on KZbin and some people label him a false preacher bc of how inviting he is to share the gospel with anyone but i can’t see how someone can say he doesn’t preach the gospel. Idk it’s just a thought and I recognize in this video you were specifically speaking to the three points you brought up and they were all fair! Like I feel you on the Joel osteen point especially. And God is serious about sin which is why Jesus preached about it so much. Is there any way we as Christians can empower and invite those we think are missing the Mark to reach towards holiness? Whether they are famous preachers and artists or our neighbors and fellow church goers? Guess I just wanna hear yalls opinions on this I’m genuinely curious!

[@JB-ro7kq]

Well said!

[@truthfromjames7411]

Nowadays the message of the church is to get as many people as possible but the real reason we should be perching is so that people can have an honest and real relationship with God

[@robindear5043]

@James Rankin ABSOLUTELY!

[@rebeccahnatyk153]

Thank you for putting into words what I’ve been feeling about these churches/pastors! I always had a weird feeling listening to Even When it Hurts or Mike Todd, but I couldn’t figure out why! Thank you again for a great video; I’m praying for you!🤍

[@rickjohnson244]

Great job!!! Unfortunately this needs to be brought to the forefront. In a day and age where false teaching is acceptable. Literally 10's of thousands of people are following these false teachers. Now I understand what the verse means when it says the path to Heaven is narrow and the path to Hell is wide.😳

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

Just words on paper.

[@jeslovesjesus]

Thank you Jesus for this woman of God!!! 🙏🏽❤️

[@BethelGreeen]

Thank you sis! I really needed to hear God is not done with me yet! Thank you for including that verse!

[@shepursuestruth3569]

Thank you for sharing this important message, I admire your boldness! 🙌🏻❤️

[@FarAwayDistance]

Glory to God for that!!!🙏🏻

[@marctompkins3001]

Colossians 3:8 makes it clear how the Lord feels about filthy communication.

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

Colossians is a forgery.

[@FaithfulMamaLife]

I am so glad you are speaking truth. So many people are scared to speak up and go against the current. Becca you keep doing you!

[@strongman469]

I'm surprised you called out Mike Todd! I understand Joel Osteen and Hillsong they are outspoken prosperity Gospel teachers but I was like wow for Mike Todd! He's known as the number one pastor on Christian dating with his many dating sermons but maybe I will rethink Mike Todd. Thanks for offering another perspective 👍

[@russellcraig650]

I believe it’s undeniable what God is permitting to happen in the entire western world is directly related to this very issue you so thoroughly dealt with in this video. The Gospel has been repackaged to sooth the ears of the culture. Since the rise of the self esteem movement of the 60’s resulted in the elevation of man and a diminished low view of God. Sin has become mere mistakes and acts of service has taken precedence over repentance. 2 Timothy 4:3

[@Jade.Mcdowell]

Woww Thankyou for saying this!!!

[@austinfarlow2065]

“And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.” ‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭2:4-5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

[@petrusfilippus]

If Joel Osteen would preach a faithful gospel for two weeks running he would not even have 200 people left in his audience.

[@premdan27]

Praise God Sister. God bless you. We need only and only the Word of God and not butter coated word. I thank God for the messages we receive.

[@snippetsofpam184]

I’ve been loving listening to your videos on my way to work. So informative. Please keep it up. Glad to have you back. I know you took a break for your wedding 💒

[@MarioCastillion]

This video made me a subscriber. Thank you very much, sister...for speaking the truth and being utterly bold. May God bless your tongue and give you wisdom for future messages and teachings.

[@chanovimakarios363]

Shallom from Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩. Woooow, I heard that before but I think it just their point of view. But when it comes many times, I'm just like; Wait, wait...Let me watch and meditate that. And voila...Interesting, thank you so much Gurl...Thank you so much ; keep the Faith and God bless y'all 🔥🙌🏻❤️.

[@leliuliana]

Hai aku juga dari Indonesia, dan salah satu penyuka lagu" hillsong,dll, jadi menurut kk apakah kita emamg gaboleh dengerin lagu" mereka sama sekali? Soalnya banyak lagu mereka yang menurut aku malah bikin lebih dekat sama Tuhan sih, cuma kenapa sering lihat banyak kontroverdi kaya gini ya, dan dari yang dia jelasin menurutku itu tergantung gimana kita artiin arti liriknya ga sih, karena kadang lirik" lagi hillsong itu ga bisa dijelasin secara harafiah

[@chanovimakarios363]

@@leliuliana : Hi Leli, saya di Jakarta. Kamu dimana? Well, klo Menurut saya. Apapun itu, let's asks Holy Spirit. Tanya ; Berdoa dan nantikan jawabannya. Klo aku, sudah beberapa kali juga lihat paparan seperti ini. Ketika aku tanya Roh kudus, aku minta Makin banyak lagi paparan informasi seperti ini. Sehingga aku yakin informasinya dari Roh kudus atau bukan. Dan klo sudah dijawab, belajar untuk menerima-Nya. Jadi seperti kamu membuat gambar dan percayakan Roh kudus yang mewarnainya, apapun itu warnanya. Roh kudus tahu mana yang benar dan terbaik untuk kita. Jadi ikhlas aja ya...Semangaaaaaat, Leli...Tuhan Yesus sayaaaaang bgt sama kita semua. Hallelujah🔥🙌🏻❤️

[@MrsMMueller]

Love your theology! So happy that you’re influencing little kids, exactly the type of biblical womanhood we need to influence the young generation.

[@BibleTreasuresAndReviews]

1 Thessalonians 5:22-24 (Amplified Bible) Abstain from every form of evil [withdraw and keep away from it]. In regards to Todd and his ____ University series title, those things do affect our thoughts. Our minds fill in the blank or think the word. Your Scripture references are tools to live by. If we apply these and live these out, we will be different than the world. You're doing a great job with your videos and I enjoy the content here.💞

[@beulaho]

"We're supposed to look set apart from the world." THAT is the key message. Holiness is not meant to mirror or merge with worldliness. Without having yet watched 3 full minutes, I know you're correct about what you've started talking about here. As for "FU" and other horrid sermon series titles, let's not even get started on the problematic "Savage Jesus" series from another megachurch 👀🙀

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@rachelwaite8394]

thank you so so much for this video!!! I'm so proud of you for honoring Jesus and speaking the Truth without fear of man!! this is so biblical, praise God!!! He is glorified in this!!!! this was 100% scriptural. I had just recently discovered Michael Todd and saw/loved the "U R loved series", but I remember seeing the "f.u." that's totally not ok. I see what he's trying to do, he's trying to attract the unbelievers, but is going about it all wrong and completely confusing them and new believers. for hillsong united, I'm so guilty of that too. I've been saved (I believe for my whole life. I'm 33 and can't remember a time when I didn't know Jesus is my Savior) but anyways, I didn't always walk with Him. I started to a few years ago when He woke me up and rescued me from my abusive ex-husband. but even as of recently, I was way too casual with the word "hell" somehow thinking it was harmless thing and wanting to be a cool aunt in front of my teenage neice who doesn't seem to think I'm cool anymore lol. my step mom pointed out that I shouldn't say that in front of her. she's 17, but still a child. I took care of her and loved her since she was little and I guess I felt bad that now she kinda just thinks I'm lame. haha. she was right to point it out. since then, I've used it a lot less and not in front of the kids anymore because I totally see what a terrible example that is. and I've been more and more convicted of it in the last couple months. I slip a bit but catch myself and change it to "how on earth?!?!" or "why on earth!?!" and it does make me uncomfortable now. because hell is evil and such the opposite of God. so I know now that it's not a casual expression. praise the Lord for convicting me!!!! I needed it so bad. I see the error of hillsong united using that. I believe in my heart that they genuinely love our Lord, but like me, the made a stupid and careless mistake (although their intentions were better than mine...eeek), but I didn't know they said this. we're all still sinners, thank the Lord that He saved us!!! we would never make it!! but yeah, with such a big audiemce, they should totally be more careful. Joel Osteen.....yes, oh my gosh, stay away. he's dangerous. this is amazing because I was literally asking the Lord the last few days to help me discern false teachers. wow, He is so so good!!! I've been binge watching your videos btw!!! thank you so much for everything you do!!! I love you, sister!!! I can't wait meet you when we're finally with Jesus in our real Home SOON!!! I was wondering if you know why people say rick warren is a false teacher? I couldn't find anything, but I'm weary. I heard the same about Joyce meyer which does sadden me. but I'd rather know the Truth and be faithful to Jesus. so some stuff came up about her. however, I'm undetermined as to whether or not she's in human error or if she's a wolf in sheep's clothing. any thoughts?

[@Marie_Garwood]

Such an important video, Becca! Thank you very much for making it.

[@sethlester1659]

The best way to advertise the church is to evangelize lovingly. Teach the world of its broken condition so that they can receive the good news to the full and see their need for Jesus and the church that leads us towards Him. This is the way that Jesus taught His disciples to bring about His kingdom. We shouldn't do things like the world. God's kingdom was never supposed to be like the world.

[@1corinthians139]

Amen

[@sethlester1659]

@@1corinthians139 I feel like you've replied to me before... are you Brady?

[@justin_leavens]

I use to hear stuff like this video from my parents, family, and friends. I decided one day to actually do research for myself and I started listening to Michael Todds videos. He LOVES Jesus! Please be so careful to not slander people the Lord has anointed. Also, please keep in mind that we are fallible. We are humans! We make mistakes sometimes. Don't hold that against people. Look at their intentions and heart.

[@DanielJenkins92]

I urge you to go and listen to Paul washer and David Wilkerson and then come and see how Mike Todd Steven furtick and a LOT of these preachers are deceiving people like you don’t believe. Let me ask you a question. If Mike Todd loves Jesus so much. Then he will know that the Bible is the power we only need to represent God on earth right? So then why is he doing all these illustrations and acts ( spitting on his hand , literally hobbing on it and putting it on someone’s eyes ). The Bible has enough power to raise people to life through the name of Jesus. So when you are on earth illustrating what the Bible says to draw in crowds. That is not biblical. Nowhere in the Bible does it say copy what Jesus did to get a point across. I urge you to do more research on Mike Todd and those preachers and watch Paul washer and your views will drastically be changed.

[@DanielJenkins92]

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[@sunithagirish2139]

I'm very uncomfortable to see Christians making videos like this too. I feel if you're burdened by a pastor's teaching you should pray and fast about it and expect God to do something about it. The Bible does mention exposing lies but I feel it's not like this. It s about the church you're planted in and the lies spoken to you. If it's another church you should leave it to God. Every Christian has the holy spirit. He will reveal the truth. All we need to do is ask. But there's wisdom in not exposing in public. After all we are family. Most videos have the speakers speaking very haughtily or mocking. I'm glad at least this sister isnt. Yet I'm still unconvinced about taking these matters to a world platform.

[@justin_leavens]

​@@DanielJenkins92 It saddens me that people can become so petty over the simplest things. All he was doing was giving a visual representation of what Jesus did. I bet there was people just like you that judged Jesus for putting spit on his eyes. Don't you think there was people asking themself, "If Jesus is the Son of God, then why does He have to put spit on this mans eyes in order to heal?". Also, Michael Todd gave a public apology after because so many people complained about how gross it was. We need more pastors like Michael Todd that don't bull crap the Word of God. I have also listened to Paul Washer and I've heard some amazing messages. I've also seen some legalism and things brought up that shouldn't even be an issue. I beg you to please put down the pride and bitterness and put on LOVE. Michael Todds series is really amazing. Please don't judge a fellow believer for petty reasons. Let the Lord be the judge and love one another.

[@DanielJenkins92]

@@justin_leavens you say I judged Jesus? You don’t even know me to say that Mikes apology was to his fans. He didn’t even apologise to God in the video once? He even said thank you to everyone for always supporting me. Show me how that is him glorifying God above himself? Also there is no judgement. There is truth. The Bible is sharper than any double edged sword so we do not have to illustrate it in ways that Mike did to get a point across. Jesus had every right to do what he did because he is the son of God and has all authority to do whatever he desires to heal somebody. Mike Todd doesn’t have the desire to do whatever he pleases to illustrate something. He literally re enacts what Jesus ‘ did ‘ but in a way that was actually extremely unbiblical and completely wrong. There is no judgement. There is concern and calling out the truth for the Truth. If Mike believes the Bible is the most powerful thing in the world through Jesus Christ why does he always have to do illustrations to get a point across to people? That doesn’t show someone who truly trusts in the power of the gospel. “For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear.” ‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭4:3‬ God bless you and just as you have an opinion I too am allowed one.

[@ruthvisser1972]

Yes, you are spot on. Thank you and do continue to make these videos. Another expression that really grates me is asking a child, so what’s your superpower? No we do not have super powers. I know what is meant by it, I just loath the expression. Thank you and God bless you.

[@d-vision2426]

All Joel Osteen says is trust God even when it seems hard. God does put dreams in our hearts that he wants to fulfill...for us and those around us. You can have a "good life" and be serving God in what you do. I know you made this video out of love for us your family in Christ and I love your heart. It's less about what we should be doing and all about what Jesus did for us. GOD does the changing, not us. Rest in HIM. God bless you sister, and everyone reading this.

[@ljlizardo]

Joel Osteen is a false preacher. He preaches prosperity Gospel

[@elijahtumuhairwe-embabazi4000]

Thank you so much. This was so eye-opening.🙏

[@annescholl420]

“In their greed they will make up clever lies to get hold of your money. But God condemned them long ago, and their destruction will not be delayed.” ‭‭2 Peter‬ ‭2:3‬ ‭NLT‬‬ “Their lives became full of every kind of wickedness, sin, greed, hate, envy, murder, quarreling, deception, malicious behavior, and gossip.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭1:29‬ ‭NLT‬‬

[@originalmamagrizzly2478]

This is so good… have not heard this kind of wisdom in a very long time… thank you so much!

[@nathansmith7243]

Joel's happy positive vibe is a good thing though

[@danicalorenzo7796]

20 Do not, for the sake of food, destroy the work of God. Everything is indeed clean, but it is wrong for anyone to make another stumble by what he eats. 21 It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that causes your brother to stumble. 22 The faith that you have, keep between yourself and God... (Romans 14:20-22) Thank you for this sister! God bless your heart more! It exposed something in my heart, by God's grace. Thank God for your life! ❤️

[@anta3612]

In his letter to the Corinthians Paul was addressing people who had been raised and living under the value system of the Roman Empire which was very hedonistic. The Romans believed that this earthly life is all we get so we might as well live it up and pursue every fleshly desire possible. The Corinthian church is known for being carnal and Paul was calling them out on it. This is why context is important. "It's in the bible" (while proceeding to quote verses out of context and divorced from their original meaning) is a phrase that's often used to distort and justify all manner of ungodliness.

[@AverySymone]

Thank you for this video and for giving solid examples from different churches/leaders and backing everything up with scripture. Super helpful for me

[@MacyMunro]

Love that you made this view!! Love that your not hiding away from the truth amen amen❤️❤️

[@eternamenteamata]

It’s so crazy that humans can be so convinced to believe that they are serving God when truly they are so deceived

[@biblicallyblonde]

I'm a firm believer that if we don't know someone personally, we shouldn't be calling them out on social media or any format. It's not my place. I would hope if i ever gave fasle teaching, a personal friend or mentor would reach out to me and try to give wisdom of correction for my behavior. No one is going to be changed or corrected by internet christians saying you have false teaching or are sinning. If i hear someone whose popular give a teaching i disagree on, i will keep it to myself or my small group teaching. I also prefer the idea some true believers can give false teachings but not be false teachers. We all go through ups and downs in our lives and faith. Some teachings may not be right but it is through the elder system and our christian mentors we should be corrected. We should be together as christians and deal with issues privately. The outside world is looking at us and sees how we all argue and call out eachother for music and various mega church slogans. it's unncesssary. God will lead them to correction. We need to be together not divided over this. If we want to save as many people as possible and teach the good news of christ, it's going to happen when we stop fighting between eachother.

[@martumadrazo1450]

Exactly, this cancelling culture is not edifying nor forgiving at all.

[@grahamdavidrajan]

I Agree. The main reason these "so called churches" do such promotions is because they think the salvation of others depends on their ability. That's the reason they show the church as being "cool" rather than following the biblical model and thus, they cease to be churches.

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@scotzmnswife]

I came across your video & found it very interesting, as my parents & I were just having a discussion this past Sunday about the many disturbing, unbiblical doctrines that have crept into churches as well as other professing Christian circles. People are often unaware when these & other types of unbiblical teaching insidiously enter their church because they are not grounded through lack of studying the Word themselves, & as a result, have no discernment. Many are trusting that because a pastor or Christian writer is popular, holds a position in a seminary, has theology that “sounds good” or right, or whose teachings are accepted by the majority of other Christians that this makes their teachings true & Biblical, but this is not the case. As Believers, we all need to be studying God’s Word daily for the teaching, conviction, correction, & training in righteousness it provides us, & so that we may be complete & thoroughly equipped for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16-17) & be adequately prepared/protected in daily spiritual warfare as mentioned in Ephesians 6. Thank you for encouraging us to look more closely at what is being taught as it compares with God’s standard set forth in His Word. 📖✝️💜

[@daphniefarkas5703]

I agree. I was just thinking about this stuff earlier. There has been a massive uptick in the progressive "Christian" movement lately. Churches really need to do a better job at vetting people who lead the flock.

[@nikobellic6651]

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[@jaydenskye5387]

This is so good! I never loved the songs or messages, but never had an exact reason for why they are sinful. This was educational and encouraging! Thank you!

[@bilyesiacooper5820]

This was soooo good! So glad I found your channel! 💓💓

[@southparkengland2276]

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[@livingonlyfor_yeshua2289]

@FarAwayDistance Great Video; however, I believe the Hillsong writer was just trying to emphasize the extent of the pain when you are hurting but still being able to praise God. David wrote in "(Psalm 139:8) If I ascend into heaven, You are there; if I make my bed in hell, behold, You are there." He too was trying to emphasize the horror of hell but knowing that God would be with him.

[@meganp6810]

I agree with being aware of what we’re singing in worship songs. That being said, I do think we need to acknowledge the nature of the English language in that it is a man made thing. All words and phrases have their contexts….and that’s the only way they have meaning. We have given them their meaning. There are many words and phrases that hold double meaning. “God” and “god” are the same word. But have very different meanings and implications. “Hell” in reference to the biblical hell, and “hell” in the phrase “hurts like hell” are different. Different contexts. Different meanings. Just something to think about.

[@eritert]

Yea, this could easily turn into a purity spiral, or religiousness, or preoccupation about policing words instead of about glorifying God and building His kingdom. That is certainly a danger, just as using our mouths is a danger. We don’t really know what part intention plays. Some curse words in one language are perfectly innocent in another, for example. Also people tend to group bethel in with hillsong et al when giving this pitch, but I really don’t see the similarity other than it being a big church, they’ve preached uncomfortable things that the world doesn’t like during my time there that even upset some enough to make a scene and walk out. I don’t consider them in the same group. It’s easy to generalize.