A Model Congregation
We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Read the first chapter of 1 Thessalonians and you get a real sense that Paul considers the church in Thessalonica to be nearly a model congregation. In the verse of scripture above he mentions three things that confirm that they are true followers of Christ. First he speaks of their work produced by faith. Faith always expresses itself in obedience to that which one believes. Our decisions, whether we...
Read MoreOn Being a Church Family
It was a simple lunch with a dear friend, late enough in the afternoon to have a popular hangout almost completely to ourselves. When we get together – and this is always the case – minutes turn into hours and my family usually ends up checking to see if my suitcase is still in the closet. We tend to talk a lot. Yes, WE. Quit thinking it’s all my fault. Yesterday was no exception. The only thing different this time was the topic of discussion, community. Church community to be specific. My friend, who’s been a believer far longer than I have and has probably seen far...
Read MoreIt’s All About Faith
See that tagline above. I wrote that long before I knew how appropriate it would be. It’s been a walk of faith since we moved to Texas nearly 2 years ago. Nothing seems to have come to us except through faith. Sometimes unwavering faith. Sometimes wavering. His lessons have not been lost on me and I see God’s hand in each and every one. Our home, Julian’s job, car repairs, college tuition and so many more needs have been used to strengthen and grow our faith. I can’t help but think it’s my fault. Maybe I prayed, “I believe, Lord, help my unbelief,”...
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