Micah J. Sturm

Consumerism is dangerous in the Church.

It allows us to discard practices, preaching, and people that no longer serve us personally.

It confuses wants with needs.

It demands instant gratification.

Excess is the barometer—the more you have, the better.

We become carnal customers.

Holiness is dangerous in the world.

It embraces purity and practices that serve Christ and our neighbors.

It brings clarity to priorities.

It humbly yields all to the will of God.

Simplicity is the barometer—“He must increase and I must decrease.”

We become real Christians.