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Yet again, the Gospel and sound preaching is forsaken in the process of trying to attract folks to church. This post comes from the “Just When You Thought You Heard It All” bin.

Yes, let’s chalk up another win for the non-believers as they lock and load their comedic skits aimed at the church with this gem.  I can hear it now on SNL, “Next week, join our morning service for ‘Double Down Your Faith’ or for you night owls, how about ‘Holy Craps – God Never Throws Sevens’…” The Lighthouse Church of All Nations in Illinois is making the object of a church service the very thing that causes corruption throughout the church landscape. Money.

No, I’m not talking about some pulpit pimp walking around handing out guilt trips and stories to fill the offering bucket.  This is even more ridiculous, although Rod Parsley has that circus act down to an art.  How about making a lottery system out of a church service?

Yes, the Lighthouse Church of All Nations is offering cash prizes to those who are “blessed and highly favored” by sitting in the right seat with number that is called. What?

Apparently the Gospel of Jesus Christ is no longer sufficient or relevant.  And what happens when the Gospel becomes irrelevant?  The numbers become relevant.  Just take a look at their website, as they boast by keeping a running tally of “souls saved”.

While the intention may be good, there are a lot better ways to teach financial responsibility (a.k.a. Dave Ramsey).  This is nothing more than a get rich quick scheme in a so-called spiritual application that is severely maligned.

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