In a world of extremes and competing priorities, finding balance in Christian faith is a challenge. Balanced Christianity is not lukewarm or a compromise of truth; it embraces the fullness of Christ’s call, integrating spiritual life, personal well-being, and engagement with the world. Balanced Christianity avoids two extremes. This balance requires intentionality and awareness of…

The prosperity gospel, with its appealing promises of health and wealth, draws many adherents. However, a significant concern for biblical scholars and church leaders is its distinctive method of interpreting Scripture. Rather than a holistic and contextual reading, the prosperity gospel frequently relies on a selective interpretation of Scripture, often extracting verses from their intended…

The allure of the “health and wealth” gospel is undeniably powerful. In a world fraught with uncertainty, illness, and financial strain, a message promising divine favor, material blessings, and perfect health can sound like a beacon of hope. Yet, this comforting narrative often taps into profound human vulnerabilities, ultimately deceiving rather than delivering genuine spiritual…

The Lausanne Movement has helpfully defined the prosperity gospel in these words: “We define prosperity gospel as the teaching that believers have a right to the blessings of health and wealth and that they can obtain these blessings through positive confessions of faith and the ‘sowing of seeds’ through the faithful payments of tithes and…