Church, some call it a building, for others it is an optional part of their Christian walk. As I watched the New Life family that I've become apart of, come together to worship this morning, I couldn't help but be so uplifted by the pursuit of Christ that was happening among his people. Church isn't just a building or a hospital for broken people to get "fixed", it is a gathering together of imperfect people that is meant to challenge, encourage, inspire, and uplift. We were made for community. It is so important that we purposefully position ourselves in a body of believers where we can grow and find accountability and become a part of a family that will welcome us with open arms.
A large number of people avoid church and even cringe at the mention of it because they have been rejected, offended, hurt or frustrated by the church. Let me tell you, you are not going to find any church where you will not be hurt or offended at some point in time. As I mentioned earlier, the church is made up of imperfect people who make mistakes. It's time we realize that just because we're gathering together with a group of Christ followers does not mean that everyone is perfect and has it all figured out. Let's give grace and extend forgiveness to each other just as Christ did for us. Let's learn from our own mistakes as well as from others'. Let's take the time to be thankful for each other and the unique way that God is working in each of our lives. We are the church, it's time we get out of the rut of just coming to gather and come together in unity, moving forward into all God has called us to.
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