Bible Question: Hank, I agree that the internet cannot replace the church. I get allot out of it but by the same token it tends to be too easy, and at times can make one lazy to the point of thinking they don't need to attend a church. This is a confession. This is where I've been for months now. I know I belong back at my home church but just can't muster up the will. Could you give me some encouraging words? Outside of the Lord's conviction I do need a fellow believer to give me a nudge. The reason I did'nt suggest finding a church to Kaydulce is because I felt like a hypocrite. Russ |
Bible Answer: Russ, please forgive me if this interjection is inappropriate. I found in my life that when I become (relapse into) selfish having myself in mind and not others, it is easy for me to look to my comfort. ( Too tired for church, other things to do, ect. ) What drives me to go to church is the reality that as I matured in the Lord and realized He wanted me to be a vessel for service. This is in no way vanity. It is the sacrificial giving of yourself as a vessel of service for others. You are placed in that body for a reason and when you are not there, there is a void. When you read Corinthians about gifts, Paul says that each of us is called to in some way edify the body. When I was a child I thought the ultimate joy was receiving. When I grew up I discovered the ultimate JOY is giving! Go back walking through the door praying "God I am here to serve. Use me!" One more thing. I heard a sermon once and the pastor said to unclinch your hand and give God what he is asking for, and leave your hand open for His blessing in return. When we give because we love, we receive because HE loves. God bless |