Persevere!
This past Sunday was Pentecost, the day we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Christian church. I preached from Acts 2 about the characteristics of a healthy, growing church…a “Magnetic Fellowship.”
One of those characteristics is often missed. It is in verse 46 in that famous 2nd chapter of Acts. It says, “So continuing daily with one accord…” In the original Greek language of the text, the actual mood of that phrase, “continuing daily,” describes a church that was persevering. In other words, their faithfulness required significant effort, even sacrifice. Having our morning coffee is something we “continue daily.” Living faithfully as the Body of Christ every day is something that takes perseverance and sacrifice.
What a perfect example for us, especially as we enter the summer months. Every pastor prepares for fewer folks in worship and lighter offerings during the summer. I wish that weren’t true. I encourage you to be faithful to your spiritual commitments the next few months, especially as we have started our new 3-service schedule on Sundays, and have more and more ministry that needs your financial support.
God has called us to be a missional community, standing firmly as His ambassadors to everyone we see.
Hungering for Holiness,
Pastor Scott
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