With passion in her voice, one woman who is giving her life
for the people of Poland comments, “If we
are brave enough to allow Christ to show us the reality beyond the illusion of
empty religion and prosperity, then we will be broken by His love for this
country.”
She continues, “For
too long we have been deceived into thinking that those who show outward signs
of religion and share a history similar to our own do not need to hear about
Christ. This misconception has led us
into a blissful unawareness of the spiritual battle that rages throughout Europe . At first glance Poles look… deeply devoted to
faith and family. Looking closer it becomes apparent that God’s presence is
missing from their lives... Adherence to empty religion has no transforming
power. It is only an illusion.”
“Most Poles admit that
they go to church because our culture tells them they have to,” tells one
Polish man. “When
they do something wrong, they go to confession.
The priest offers forgiveness in exchange for acts of penance. Temporary
forgiveness is theirs until the next time they mess up. They end up stuck in an endless cycle, never
experiencing the true grace or forgiveness.”
One young Polish woman observes, “We are taught from a young age that we are defined by religious
traditions whether or not we understand or agree with them. Questioning the authority and teachings of
the church is a sin. As a result people
are turning away from the church in search of the truth…”
There is no limit to what gifts and abilities can be used in
Poland
You can be a part of shaping lives in Poland
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