“Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). With the stroke of a pen, Emperor Constantine issued the edict of Milan in 313 A.D., and Christianity became fashionable instead of an offense deserving persecution. Suddenly, church membership rolls grew as thousands joined churches after professing faith in Christ. However, many were not sincere. Only God, the searcher of hearts, knows how many remained pagan at heart. However, their harmful influence in the church soon became apparent. A life lived for Jesus Christ is not usually outlined with popularity or ease. But churches in the West today are steeped in comfort, espousing self-help rather than sacrifice, and they are growing in number. Perhaps, like Asaph in Psalm 73, you are frustrated by the prosperity of those who do not seek the Lord nor honor His Word. Maybe you feel as though you are […]