Right now at the Bridge we are in the middle of a sermon series called “Becoming the Church from Neighbors to Nations.” We are looking at the early church in the book of Acts. We have talked about becoming the church that witnesses, prays BIG and gives. Today we talked about becoming the church that serves. This series has been great and we are really being challenged as a church to grow and reach out to those around us.
Yesterday I had an opportunity to share at our Ladies Spring Tea. I started thinking about this series and how so many times when we think about reaching out to our neighbors and doing our part to grow the church, we are tied down by our own insecurities. At the Tea I shared about how sometimes I feel inadequate to do what God has called me to do. I mean, I am just me. But I’ve realized over and over these past couple years that God created me to be me… just as I am. And when He created me His intention was to use me for His purposes…just as I am. I am so grateful to a God who can take the simple gifts that I have to offer and use them for His work.
Just like the little boy in the Book of Matthew who offered Jesus some bread and fish, we have to hold out what we have and offer it to Him with a willing heart. We have no idea how He can use us! Our gifts in His hands can become miracles.
We are all called to be the church that serves. Offer what you have to Jesus. Offer your life to serve Him and serve others. The rewards are endless.
3 Apr
Becoming the Church
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