“The Son of God became a man so that all men might become sons of God.” (Athanaseus)
God entered our brokenness to provide redemption. Then He audaciously invites us to join Him in reaching others through the Church.
Blown. Away.
I love my church! Our team has grown stronger, bolder and healthier through all the hiccups, hurdles and heartaches thrown at us in 2020.
Scripture is true:
“... even though lately you’ve had to put up with the grief of many trials. But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed.” (1 Peter 1:6-7)
This year I’ve seen:
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how crisis reveals men’s characters
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how Satan uses gossip + fake news to destroy
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I’ve watched God provide for us during impossible situations again and again
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I’ve discovered who my true and loyal friends are
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and I’ve had the joy of watching my shy awkward teenage son blossom into a worship leader on stage!
Today was our final Sunday worship of 2020 (we always take the Sunday after Christmas OFF to thank our Lifers!).
Our church family is now living a vibrant, honest faith filled with authentic friendships and real community.
If it took the events of 2020 to help us discover true wholeness in Christ, then I would do it all over again.
Cheers.
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