My brother went to a church a few weeks back and came back to share his experience at the 'glorious' service. After listening to him coupled with my own experience and what we see on TV these days, I noted that churches nowadays have been making it a trend in their order and appearance of regular Sunday services.

The first thing noted was the seemingly rehearsed reception of worshippers at the entrance of the church, especially newcomers. These days, you go to a church and are met by a smiling usher with a welcoming gesture that makes you want to look back like, 'Is this reception for me?'

Next thing noted by a really observant person are the security cameras strategically located, not forgetting security personnel with well built bodies, better referred to as 'bouncers'. Whenever I see these, I'm like 'Seriously? You guys need to chill out.' We might be in the era where terrorism is posing a threat but we should walk by faith and not employ the whole rapid response division to watch over our worship.

The praise and worship segment is something else. It's as though they are performing an opera. I get the whole idea of technological advancements and all but really, should these be the focus of the church or getting into the whole idea of real praise. I don't understand why I would get lost in the whole lyrics of what I'm meant to listen to and get inspired.

And I'm coming over to the sermon part. These days, you don't go to church to listen to the gospel of Christ. You only go to get tips on business success or search for a marriage partner (or 'bae' as my neighbor terms it). The pastor doesn't preach, he gives a motivational talk and rhymes words making me wonder why some don't just start a rap career.

Have you guys noticed some churches design their altar like a Grammy performance stage? The lighting especially makes me wonder if it's a video shoot that's going on or what?

Also, in the bid to conserve time for the ease of worshippers, church services are being allocated less than two hours, with hardly enough time to preach the word(that's if there's any word).

So I'd like to ask you guys what your take is on this.

hmmmm it is well dear. The end of the world is here