^{Church Matters}

^{...so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of the truth.  1 Timothy 3:15}

^{Martin Luther once said, “At home, in my own house there is no warmth or vigor in me, but in the church when the multitude is gathered together, a fire is kindled in my heart and it breaks its way through."
No doubt, there is something special when the redeemed gather to worship, learn, and praise the living God! We are the "household of God," which is another way of saying "family of God." God is our Father, believers as His children, and therefore brothers and sisters, and elders and deacons are the leaders to help the family carry out the Father’s purposes.
The writer of Hebrews tells us we should "...consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near."
Who are you encouraging in their faith? I met yesterday with a man who has been nominated for deacon. I was so encouraged to hear how God has used many different people in our community to intentionally disciple him and show him how to better know and follow Jesus! He has been stirred up to love and good works! Great work church!!
It is all of our jobs to know and follow Jesus and serve others! You are a minister and God has given you a great mission field. God has called you. God has equipped you! Now do something!
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