What NOT to Do When Seeking Change in the Church

It’s one thing to recognize that the modern church has drifted from what God intended. It’s another to respond in a way that actually honors God and builds something better.

So what do we not do?

Don’t Try to Overturn Every Aspect of an Existing Congregation

We’re not here to tear down what others have built. We’re not looking to storm in and demand change. Trying to force an entire congregation into a new way of thinking only leads to conflict, frustration, and resistance. And in many cases, it causes church splits.

That’s why I walked away.

I’m not trying to cause unnecessary division. I just know that sometimes the best way forward is to start from scratch.

Don’t Try to Burn the System Down

It’s tempting to get angry at what the church has become. To want to call everything out and expose the flaws. But if we only focus on what’s wrong, we lose sight of what we should be building instead.

God’s people don’t need more destruction—they need a better example.

Don’t Force Change Where It’s Not Welcome

Some churches are simply not willing to change. You can plead, reason, and point to Scripture, but if leadership digs in their heels, pushing harder won’t work.

That’s why like-minded believers often choose to build from the ground up. Not to rebel, but to create something that aligns with what they believe Scripture calls the church to be.

So What SHOULD We Do?

✔ Seek peaceful solutions. ✔ Stay faithful, even when it’s hard. ✔ Pray and follow where God leads. ✔ Lead by example, not by force.

This discussion isn’t about destroying the church. It’s about becoming the change we want to see—without a big, messy battle.

God already knows how this ends. We just have to follow through.

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