Many churches have started interviewing special guests during worship services, hoping to inspire congregations by showcasing certain VIP's achievements or success stories. Yet this practice often creates a problem: it risks elevating one person above the rest, feeding an ego-driven model of faith. When a church shines the spotlight on VIPs who appear to have “made it,” it implicitly suggests that others are lesser Christians until they reach a similar level of achievement. That’s not a message that honors the gospel. Instead, the solution is to point people back to Jesus, who teaches that in His sight we are all valuable and precious, regardless of status or fame. The Bible says, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,” Philippians 2:3 (NIV). That verse plainly shows we should avoid glorifying someone’s personal success and turning a worship service into an admiration session for earthly status. Scripture also reminds us, “For God does not show favoritism,” Romans 2:11 (NIV). God doesn’t rank believers based on net worth or popularity. The moment we treat an interviewee as spiritually superior, we stray from biblical truth. It can mislead the congregation into thinking their own experiences aren’t valid unless they gain the same level of success. None of this uplifts the Body of Christ in a way consistent with the Westminster Confession, which holds that all believers share equal standing before our Creator. The solution begins by recognizing that every believer stands on equal ground at the foot of the cross. When Scripture reminds us to be humble, it means no one should be treated as a spiritual celebrity. As the apostle Paul teaches in Romans 12:3 (NIV): “For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you.”. We ought to value each person’s testimony not just VIP's and rejoice that God freely pours His grace upon all. We also have Philippians 2:3 (NIV) reminding us, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,” a truth that dismantles personal bragging. When churches give someone a stage just to boast about achievements, it can stir envy and pride. It might push newer believers to compare or idolize, thinking they must follow the exact path of that “successful” Christian to have any standing in the community. But we are meant to look to Christ, who humbled Himself for our sake. Elevating another person’s status undermines the shared call for humility in the family of God. Encouragement should fill our churches instead. If anyone’s light is flickering, we are called to speak words of love and affirmation. No one is a second-class citizen in the kingdom of God. When you accept Christ, you are made whole, redeemed, and fully part of His church, without needing interviews or acclaim to validate it. Let’s embrace unity and shun the mindset that proclaims one believer is more valuable than another. The heart of the gospel calls us to serve, not to parade certain individuals like celebrities on stage. A church service that becomes a publicity event for one person’s triumph misses the deeper renewal found only in Jesus. It’s time to ask ourselves: Are we exalting man’s accomplishments, or are we lifting our Lord’s name high? #Faith #ChurchUnity #HumbleHearts #ChristCentered #AllEqualInGodsEyes

Well, yesterday’s Sunday service left me feeling a bit disheartened. You know you’re at a snooty church when the vicar shares how he visited a town and dismissed it as a dump, only for the congregation to chuckle smugly, as if to say, “Thank goodness we don’t live there.” It saddens me that in my church, all people seem to discuss is where they live and what job they have. It's a place filled with shallow individuals who judge others based on social status and wealth. This attitude is far from Christian. In these moments, I find solace in the teachings of Jesus, who reminded us in Matthew 7:1 (NIV), "Do not judge, or you too will be judged." This verse speaks directly to the heart of the issue. It calls us to reflect on our attitudes and remember that our worth in God's eyes is not determined by our social standing or material wealth. As Christians, we are called to look beyond the superficial and embrace the core values of love, humility, and acceptance. To illustrate this, consider the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37. Here, Jesus tells of a man who, despite being from a despised group, showed genuine compassion and kindness to a stranger. This parable highlights that true Christian behavior transcends social boundaries and prejudices. Jesus asks us to "go and do likewise," encouraging us to act with love and mercy. Philippians 2:3-4 (NIV) instructs us, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." By fostering a culture of acceptance and understanding, our church can become a beacon of hope and love in the community. We must strive to be a reflection of Christ’s love, embracing others regardless of their background or status. ❤️ Let us pray: Dear God, we ask for Your guidance in cultivating a heart of love and acceptance. Help us to look beyond the surface and see the true value in each person. May we be a reflection of Your grace, embracing humility and kindness in all we do. Amen. 🙏 #FaithInAction #LoveOneAnother #ChristianLiving #HumbleHearts #CommunityInChrist