Across America, the Church has become relaxed in the faith.

   Out of fear, ignorance, or negligence we have allowed the standards of God to be reduced to mockery. As ambassadors for Christ it is our responsibility to protect the faith against impurities. We are charged with that function but yet we have failed miserably in this respect on so many occasions. Our failure has prompted the world yo laugh at us. Some preachers of the Gospel are chasing women, drinking and behaving in ungodly ways.

   Some deacons are seen frequently participating in the activities of the ungodly, drinking, smoking, gambling, and a variety of other ills. Some church members are living in adultery, shacking, pursuing homosexual life styles, and some children are having babies.

   Somehow an attitude has developed among us that says we can do anything and still get to heaven anyhow. We are challenged to live for Jesus daily, and to keep our commitment to him all the days of our lives. In return for our spiritual fidelity, Christ promises us eternal life. This is our hope, this is our faith.