'We are a generation of consumers, independent and critical. We attend church, but we don't want to settle down and truly invest ourselves. We're not into commitment — we only want to date the church. Putting in their hour or two on the weekend, many Christians take the rest of the week off, neglecting the church and her needs. It’s not a serious relationship. Some shop around, looking for a church that suits their lifestyle. It’s dating, with no assurances, no obligations.'

A short message that packs a punch against believers who escape there own growth in Christ by hiding in the shadows of fear of rejection and flat out fear of people. I like the comparison of 'dating' the church which is a very helpful word picture in understand the relational fear of American Christians.

For years, I've been guilty of dating churches. May God help us understand that His gospel was meant to break in, in order to break out and beyond.