To Which Group Do I Belong?
Pillars—Worship regularly, giving time and money.
Supporters—Give time and money if they like the pastor and treasurer.
Leaners—Use the church for funerals, baptisms and marriage, but give no time or money to support the church.
Working Leaners —Work but do not give money.
Specials—Help and give occasionally for something that appeals to them.
Annuals or Easter Birds—Dress up, look serious and go to church on Easter.
Sponges — Take all blessings and benefits, even the sacraments, but give no money to support the church.
Tramps—Go from church to church but support none.
Gossips—Talk freely about everyone except the Lord Jesus.
Scrappers—Take offense, criticize and fight.
Orphans — Are children sent by parents who do not set them an example.
Backsliders—”Go back and walk no more with Jesus” (John 6:66).
Hypocrites—Are leaners who say they are better than churchgoers.
