I’ve been to hundreds of different churches whether as just a visitor or to lead worship in some capacity. They are all different and all have similarities. But one thing I have noticed is consistent at every church is a collection of people who think it is all about them and their needs. You know who I’m talking about. The people who complain about the song selection or that the music is too loud or not loud enough. Those aggressive in your face used car salesmen types that demand changes to meet their fishing schedule. The loud mouthed pseudo-theologians that make it a point to challenge at least one thing they disagree with from the message. Where do these people come from and how is it they don’t get what the Gospel teaches about Christ’s example of humility, love, grace, and selflessness?

Some of the other pastors at Oak Leaf get bombarded with comments about how wrong they are and how what we are doing is of the devil and not pleasing God. Since when is church or the Bible about what YOU think? There is only one example, one source, and one authority and that is Jesus Christ. It doesn’t matter what you think because it is not about YOU! If the leadership of any church is following God’s will for their lives and seeking His wisdom and guidance as they lead the people of their church, who are you to tell them they are not in God’s will?

Stop being needy. Stop trying to do God’s job for Him. Paul clearly says to leave room for God’s wrath. If you have a problem with something, go to God and let Him and the work of the Holy Spirit deal with those who need to be dealt with. It is not about you. It has never been about you. It will never be about you. Seriously, get over yourself and let God work how he wants to work!