Monday, August 10, 2009

Let's be honest


Some have said I am crazy. It is not the first time. The reason they think I'm nuts is because of the new series we are launching at The Crossing. It is called "Two Faced" and it is about authenticity in all aspects of our lives. We have gone so far as to launch a new website called "Christianhypocrite.org". The website is there so you can tell us about your Christian Hypocrite experience. While the entries will all be anonymous, it should prove to be very interesting hearing what people have experienced from others in the name of religion.
Here is a story one friend told me last week:
While selling for a company in New England, he had a client that could not stop talking about his leadership in his local church and how committed he was to the teachings of the Bible. Because of this testimony, my friend decided to sign a contract with him for a couple million dollars worth of equipment, with the stipulation that he would buy the disposable products from him for the next two years. After a few months passed, the company owner canceled the contract, almost causing my friend to lose his job. When the owner was confronted about his commitment and faith, he simply told my friend that he had never said anything about his faith. This is one story of many that we all have experienced.
My goal for Christianhypocrite.org isn't to let people bash each other; but instead, I want to open the door for people who are angry and frustrated with the church as a whole, and for believers specifically, to vent their experiences. Let's be honest; if we can't be honest with our Christian experiences, we probably are not honest with our faith.
Visit the site and tell us your Christian Hypocrite experience.


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