2006-12-26 04:10:32 · 13 answers · asked by Tofu Jesus 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes I have.
The Bible tells us of what happens to people that use Christianity for profit!
YUK!
People Like Benn Hinn and his little Bro. Henry!
THEY NEED PRAYER!
http://www.toughlove.faithweb.com/hope_eternal_prayer_group.htm
2006-12-26 04:14:53 · answer #1 · answered by whynotaskdon 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Generally, the Prosperity Gospel is nicknamed "name it and claim it." It teaches that if you "name" what you want and claim it "in the name of Jesus" you will receive what you have asked for. It has scriptural basis (Jesus saying in the gospels, "Ask anything in my name and it shall be done unto you," ) but this is taken out of context with no regard for praying in God's will.
It has more to do with the (false) idea that we can buy whatever we want. There are some TV evangelists who push this idea: if you send me money, I will (basically insure) you get what you want. So sad! That isn't what the gospels are about at all! In that way, the prosperity gospel only insures the TV folks prosper!
2006-12-26 12:50:19 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. Karen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's an old idea that's been around since the days of Deuteronomy. John Calvin was perhaps the first to give it a Christian face. Recently the hoary old "Prayer of Jabez" was dusted off to give it some biblical credibility.
But it is antithetical to Christianity. Its promise of material and financial reward ignores Christ's mandate of humble service. Christianity is different precisely because it rejects worldly ambition and security. "Sell all you have and give the money to the poor," is perhaps the scariest command in the gospels, but it is the guiding star of Christian perfection, the unattainable goal. To turn it upside-down is to reject Christ. The "Prosperity Gospel" gives false hope to the poor and undeserved comfort to the rich. And it is usually proclaimed by a man with a blessing in one hand and a collection plate in the other.
2006-12-26 12:30:36 · answer #3 · answered by skepsis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I think nothing of it other than there are a lot of deceived people involved. Jesus started his public ministry by preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God. (Mark 1:14-15) We are to do as he taught the disciples. Never do I remember reading Jesus or the disciples preaching prosperity. I Corinthians 15: 1-4 tells us what the "gospel" is just like Heberews 11:1 tells us what "faith" is. I Corinthians 15: 1-4 (KJV) Paul writes: "Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 by which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 and that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures;" if you read on, you will see that Paul gives the evidence of Jesus being raised. That is what the gospel is and that is what will change your heart/soul to look towards God. Rely on your Bible. We are to "try" the spirits to see what they are. That means, don't swallow everything you hear. Read it yourself and pray. Don't know how or what to pray? Read the Psalms out loud. They're prayers of all kinds. Reading them out loud makes them your prayer. Even if you don't fully understand the meaning of what you are reading, ask God to simply reveal it to you. As you keep reading you will see a change. I did and still do. God Bless
2006-12-26 12:25:21 · answer #4 · answered by gigglings 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There isn't a prosperity gospel, but the bible teaches that Christ became poor so we could be rich. (that means more than money).
The bible also teaches in John 10:10 that Christ came to give life, and life more abundantly.
That means more of everything (including money) than you have now.
2006-12-26 12:28:12 · answer #5 · answered by JaimeM 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thank for asking.
It SCARES me.
It is so wrong to attract people to God with promises of money and wealth.
God works in our lives exactly as we need - not everyone will get great prosperity and it is deeply disturbing to me that it is taught.
The Bible says that those who teach (church leaders) are judged more harshly and for those who teach that and take money... NOT GOOD.
The Gospel is the Gospel - simple and abundant as it is for our hearts and eternal life.
2006-12-26 12:15:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Prosperity Gospel? I think it's great.
Let us pray - Heavenly father, lay some big bucks on me. Amen.
I like the concept. Pity that it doesn't work.
2006-12-26 12:19:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think its alot of baloney. Jesus never preached to get rich or make anyone rich. If you have money fine. But Christianity isn't a for profit business, it's supposed to be a way of life.
2006-12-26 12:18:21 · answer #8 · answered by djm749 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not the Gospel of Christ...that's for sure.
2006-12-26 12:13:45 · answer #9 · answered by Krys Tamar 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I believe in it, but it doesn't just pertain to financial success, but in every area in our lives including financial
The Jews left Egypt with all the gold and silver and there no sick among them. Now that is prosperous living
(Joshua 1:8) This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
(3John 1:2) Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
2006-12-26 12:13:27 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 4⤋