What's Right With The Church?!

Perhaps some cannot think of many answers, and maybe some have not even thought to ask the question.  After we have closed the 2012 Bear Valley Lectures, I think of so many areas that are right as was illustrated by this church!  So many talked of how warm and friendly this church is.  They commented on the great singing.  They were so uplifted by the lessons and the theme.  I know that this church is great in terms of involvement.  So many were involved in babysitting, providing transportation, hosting guests, bringing food, manning the welcome center and registering people, setting up tables and chairs, making phone calls, and meeting visitors.  I think about how strong and true our elders are, balancing compassion and conviction, fairness and firmness.  I think about what a blessing the Bear Valley Bible Institute is to us on a daily basis.  The ladies of the Ladies Bible Class are a veritable workforce.  Our youth group is so diverse and filled with vast potential, serving and reaching out to others.  If there is someone in surgery, you can count on waiting room personnel, others in the room, and medical professionals being stunned at how many "church family" members are there with the patient's family. On and on I could go.

The church we read about in the Bible is special and important!  It was in God's mind from eternity (Eph. 3:9-11).  Through it, God receives glory (Eph. 3:21)!  I challenge you to take some time to consider all that is right with the Lord's church!