Thursday, February 9, 2012

Discerning where God is leading us (as a church)

Our church is currently looking for a new home and at the same time "discerning where God is leading us" as a congregation.  What circumstances have caused us to be a "church without a home"?  But, more importantly, where is God leading us?

It seems, personally, that since "God is in control", we'd be in different circumstances, having "faithfully followed " Him for 30-some years.  How would it be that we haven't been to church in quite a while?  Yet, now we consider the plight of the church and realize that we are not alone, both  individually and as a church. 

Where do we go from here?  On a more personal basis, where do I go from here?  I have learned from experience that in order to manage circumstances, I must first manage myself.  It is I who must return to "center, focus and concentrate" on the "pioneer church" within me.  Spiritual renewal ultimately comes from study and meditation.  If I wish to be renewed by the Holy Spirit, then I must return to "pursuing God".  If I just wish to have my spirit renewed, I can go just about any place;  and that is the problem.

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