When His Name Gets Twisted Christianity isn’t the problem counterfeit Christianity is.

Let’s be real: there’s a wave of misrepresentation sweeping through culture right now, and it’s leaving a trail of disillusioned believers and confused seekers. People are using the holy name of Jesus like a social media trend, a cash grab, or a manipulative brand tactic. It’s grieving the heart of God, and it’s causing many to question the very faith they once held dear.

But here’s the truth we cannot ignore: when His name gets twisted, our response shouldn’t be to walk away it should be to dig deeper. Deception doesn’t win when the Church rises up in discernment.

🙅🏽‍♀️ The Problem Isn’t Jesus It’s Misuse of His Name

We’ve all seen it. Someone posts a “Christian” message dripping in judgment, greed, or ego and slaps a scripture on it like it’s spiritual duct tape. Others promote themselves as prophets while peddling manipulation for money. Some package the name of God into a hyper-stylized “aesthetic” that draws attention to them but not to the Savior.

That’s not the gospel. That’s not Christ.

God was crystal clear about this:

“You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.”

Exodus 20:7

Taking His name in vain isn’t just about cursing it’s about carrying His name falsely. When people abuse His name to elevate themselves, deceive others, or build their own platform, that’s spiritual identity theft.

🔍 Discernment Over Deconstruction

The answer to counterfeit Christianity isn’t deconstruction it’s discernment.

Too many women of faith are silently slipping into confusion because what they’re seeing doesn’t reflect the Jesus they read about in scripture. And instead of running TO the Word, they run FROM the Church.

Sis, don’t throw away the entire faith because of the fakes. Just because some use His name with impure motives doesn’t mean the message itself is broken.

“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.”

1 John 4:1

God commands us to test what we hear. You were never meant to blindly follow someone just because they’re charismatic or viral. You were meant to be a Berean searching the Scriptures for truth like your life depends on it. Because it does.

“Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character… for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.”

Acts 17:11

💔 Hurt by People, Healed by Jesus

It’s no secret church hurt is real. Spiritual abuse is real. And many have left the faith not because of Jesus, but because of the damage done by those who claimed to represent Him.

If that’s you if you’ve been wounded by wolves in sheep’s clothing know this: Jesus weeps over that too.

“These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” Matthew 15:8

He sees what’s been done in His name. He’s not turning a blind eye. And He’s not asking you to pretend it didn’t happen He’s asking you to return to Him, not them. To let the Healer heal what humans broke.

He’s not the Jesus of manipulation, performance, or self-promotion. He’s the Jesus of mercy, redemption, and relentless love.

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”

Hebrews 13:8

👑 Rise in Truth, Not Trends

We’re in a generation that’s obsessed with branding over Bible, vibes over values, and platforms over purity. But real faith? Real faith isn’t flashy it’s fruitful.

When you see someone misusing His name, don’t judge discern. Don’t cancel contend. Stand for truth with grace. Because Jesus didn’t die so we could have curated Christianity He died to save sinners. All of us. Even the ones misrepresenting Him.

But make no mistake: a counterfeit gospel cannot save. And it will be exposed.

“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will recognize them by their fruits.”

Matthew 7:15-16

We don’t need more watered-down, self-serving “Christianity.” We need women who are rooted in the Word, led by the Spirit, and unafraid to call the Church back to Christ.

🕊️ The Real Jesus Is Still Moving

While others are twisting His name, the real Jesus is still healing hearts, restoring minds, and setting people free.

He’s still loving the outcast. Still rescuing the broken. Still speaking through His Word. Still building a bride without spot or wrinkle. 💍

He’s not trendy He’s eternal.

He’s not a vibe He’s victorious.

He’s not for sale He’s sovereign.

And He’s calling you deeper.

“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

— John 8:32

So sis, if you’ve been confused, disappointed, or hurt by what you’ve seen in the name of Jesus let this be your clarion call to rise again. Not in bitterness. Not in backlash. But in bold, Spirit-led pursuit of truth.

You don’t need a trend. You need truth.

You don’t need to deconstruct. You need to discern.

You don’t need a show. You need the Savior.

💬 Final Word

Come back to the heart of God. Open your Bible again. Let Him reveal who He really is.

Because when His name gets twisted, you don’t walk away from it you fight to restore it.

And sis, the remnant is rising. 👑🔥

Will you be part of it?