WHAT IS THE TRUTH ABOUT RELIGION?
“Organized religion is a sham…” A. Is organized religion a sham? I will concede the truth that much of what goes on in religious circles is nothing more than a money racket and that is built on personalities and not on the Word of God. Therefore, in the case of faith healers, those who are always peddling their wares and promoting their agenda, the answer is yes, it is a sham! (Ill. However, Ventura’s remarks were directed primarily against the “religious right.” In other words, he was speaking about people like you and me who have morals and biblical values. He was pointing the finger at people who believe God and want do the things that are pleasing to the Lord. He was attacking us. Now, I’ll be honest and tell you that I do not believe that what we are doing is a “sham”. I believe that we are sincerely seeking to please and honor the Lord.) B. Religion has its good points, but it cannot save. (Ill. The word “sham” means “a trick that deludes, cheap falseness, hypocrisy.”) In the s
