Why Do Churches Compete?

If we are honest, the church can sometimes look more like a contest than a family. One congregation boasts about its growing attendance while another points to its polished programs. Some pride themselves on their music, their building, or their well-known pastor. We compare crowds, count baptisms, and quietly measure ourselves against the church down the road. If you have ever felt that subtle tug of rivalry, even within your own heart, you are not alone. It is one of the oldest struggles the church has faced.