When did Christians become more interested in growing their personal wealth over serving mankind, making life better for all of us? There is a church near my house that is as big as a mall. This church has it's on restaurant, auditorium and get this, police force! Growing up, being a Christian was different. People knew you were one by your actions and compassion. Not any more. Nowadays it's all about praising God so that he will 'bless' you with prosperity. This is heinous to me.