"10 signs of mission drift in the Church" - Christian Post
10 signs of mission drift in the Church By Joseph Mattera, Op-ed Contributor Christian Post, Every generation of believers faces the same temptation Israel confronted in the days of Haggai: to begin with passion for God's purposes and slowly drift into lives centered on personal comfort. Mission drift rarely shows up in one dramatic moment. It happens subtly, through small compromises, crowded schedules, and misplaced priorities. Scripture consistently warns us that staying aligned with God requires vigilance. Jesus spoke of a "straight and narrow path" (Matthew 7:14). Paul said, "This one thing I do…" (Philippians 3:13), showing that a focused life is essential to fulfilling purpose. Jesus commended Mary in Luke 10 because she refused to be distracted from "the one thing necessary." Mission drift doesn't begin with rebellion. It begins with distraction. Here are 10 signs that reveal when a person, ministry, or even an entire church is drifting aw...
