PEDDLING THE WORD OF GOD:
Understanding the Meaning of "Peddling the Word of God" Greetings in the Lord Jesus Christ, I am writing to share a reflection on a vital scriptural warning found in 2 Corinthians 2:17, where the Apostle Paul declares, "Unlike so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit." In the Apostle’s time, to "peddle" meant two specific things that remain highly relevant today: diluting the message to make it more palatable, much like watering down wine to increase profit, and treating the ministry as a form of merchandise for personal or financial gain. In our modern age, this temptation is often subtle. It manifests when the goal of a ministry shifts from magnifying Christ to building a personal platform, or when the truth is softened to avoid offending others or to gain popularity. As members of the Jesus Christ Royal Believers Way Saints Global Fellowship Ministries, we must remain vigilant. We are called to present the Word of God in its full, unadulte...