Put into the hands of Jesus Christ, we need to anticipate that anything’s possible… as we care for others. Eg. 5 loaves & 2 fish can feed thousands and leave leftovers because Jesus didn’t come to give bread; He is Bread.
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Jesus’ Community is “uncommon” for its tangible culture of love. Jesus came to fulfill God’s plan of redemption. People were drawn to Him because of his love and mercy. Our calling is to love as He loved so that people will still be drawn to Him. That both creates and results in community.
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After his resurrection, Jesus ascended and is now enthroned in heaven, but present with his suffering and sinful church through the Spirit, strengthening her to complete her mission. The community of Christ-followers are the extension of the incarnation in the world until Jesus returns. This is our high calling.
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It is a scary world out there! Paul HAD to go to Jerusalem, even though from a human point of view it was suicidal. What seems right to some will upset others. What matters is God’s perspective. Press on!
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Cornelius and Peter receive messages from God and discover a buffet of blessings as God brings salvation to the rest of the world. God goes Gentile in a dramatic demonstration of His love and grace at Caesarea.
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God wants our heart. In Luke 12:34, Jesus says that our hearts follow our treasure. When God has my time, talent, and treasure, He has my heart. Proportional giving to God can steer our hearts after Him.
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The church on the move is a living force, empowered by the Holy Spirit, adapting to communicate God’s love and good news by being sensitive to a person’s challenges and relating God’s approach in ways that are understood.
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God designed us to enjoy deep human community, to experience a place where we belong and can be real, where we pray and learn together from God and where we have opportunity to serve each other. LRC LinkGroups are designed for this 3-D purpose – and could be crucial to your spiritual growth this year.
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