What's Wrong with Evangelicalism?

Do you listen to the critics? Sometimes they are right. Evangelicals have been criticized as being selfish. We want Jesus only for what He can give us. Is the accusation true?

In many cases, yes. I've been in churches where complacency reigns. They are on the road to Heaven (they think), and that's all they care about. Is this really what the Gospel is all about? I think not. Jesus did not die on the cross for that. The Gospel is not about what I can get out of it.

The Gospel is for the glory of God, and about taking the message to the whole world. Complacent people don't seem to want a personal relationship with Jesus, the most beautiful Person in the whole universe. It takes too much work. It can be risky. But doesn't Jesus deserve it? He deserves all our love.

Why not look at it this way. Focus on having a glorious relationship with Jesus, and you'll get salvation too.