Big churches are big business. Look at almost every megachurch in America.

“…a line of demarcation between a church and “big business”.”

If this is a lesson for churches, it should be a lesson for politics, too. In both cases, the profit motive seems to subvert the original mission.

“I usually call this stuff out because alternative uses of language and invented or obsolete words are hallmarks of cults as it obscures intent and meaning to those not in the organization.”

Wow, bet the universities keep you busy.

It’s not in modern dictionaries. I usually call this stuff out because alternative uses of language and invented or obsolete words are hallmarks of cults as it obscures intent and meaning to those not in the organization. Same with people constantly going on about mammon, its not a relevant term for an English speaker in a modern church. Just say money.

I knew this comment thread would eventually devolve to being about Trump. 😉