Saddness

In looking at the state of the Church, I see great sadness. Men confidently get up and proclaim truths which they have no basis for, other than thier own selfish motives. Is there really no one in the church with enough discernment to tell that these guys are phony. The truth of God's word is never ending. It is solid, and cannot be distorted for the pride and arrogance of man. I begin to understand what Peter and the disciples felt, when Jesus said to them, "do you wish to leave as well". Peter replied, "where else would we go Lord, you alone have the words of eternal life". I am no saint, but at least I have the sense to remain on the sideines where the judment is less severe. But when you self-promote yourself to a teacher, you are walking a dangerous line where the standard to which you are held is higher. It is no wonder that the world laughs when it sees us, no wonder that we can accomplish so little on this earth. Our leaders puff one another up with vain words, and are concerned more about the praises of men, than the one who gave his very life for us. Have mercy on us, Lord Jesus Christ, son of God.