Community
I have not given much thought about being in a Community until recently. Ann and I live in a really nice community. We have lived in this Community since 2005. It's the longest place we have ever lived having moved constantly in the military. Obviously we like our Community. It is safe, it is quiet, neighbors mind their own business but we support each other if someone is in need. I call this a living Community. A place to call home.
I recently was reminded of another Community. A Community that provides love and care, a Community that provides acceptance. One of the most important things about a Community is how people live out their faith-walk.
I have a close friend who often reminds me of a scripture in the New Testament book of James. "Be doers of the word, not just hearers". Personally, I believe that faith without
works is an empty faith. I am surrounded by people of faith who demonstrate how faith directs their lives. I also live in a faith Community. I have friends who sit with me during dark times. People of faith who send cards of support and good wishes. Food that shows up on my door-step from people who are doers. Even faithful people who leave me alone when I need to be
by myself.
A long time ago there was a faithful Community led by a prophet named Jesus. His love and care and sacrifice changed the world.
Because of this man called Jesus, he changed my life. While I live in a Community that provides life, I also live in a Community where Christ comes alive. A Community of prayer, of hope, a community that welcomes everyone. The bottom line is I have come to rely on this Community to provide me the connection I so much need in Jesus Christ. When I am with this community I feel the presence of Christ, not so much in what they say, but what they do.
In the name of Jesus do something for someone today. You can change a life.
I recently was reminded of another Community. A Community that provides love and care, a Community that provides acceptance. One of the most important things about a Community is how people live out their faith-walk.
I have a close friend who often reminds me of a scripture in the New Testament book of James. "Be doers of the word, not just hearers". Personally, I believe that faith without
works is an empty faith. I am surrounded by people of faith who demonstrate how faith directs their lives. I also live in a faith Community. I have friends who sit with me during dark times. People of faith who send cards of support and good wishes. Food that shows up on my door-step from people who are doers. Even faithful people who leave me alone when I need to be
by myself.
A long time ago there was a faithful Community led by a prophet named Jesus. His love and care and sacrifice changed the world.
Because of this man called Jesus, he changed my life. While I live in a Community that provides life, I also live in a Community where Christ comes alive. A Community of prayer, of hope, a community that welcomes everyone. The bottom line is I have come to rely on this Community to provide me the connection I so much need in Jesus Christ. When I am with this community I feel the presence of Christ, not so much in what they say, but what they do.
In the name of Jesus do something for someone today. You can change a life.
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