Midweek Encouragement 3/14/24

I am so grateful to worship alongside some of the most transparent Jesus followers! We aren't a fancy church and our light show simply consists of the daily walk of those who desire to reflect the love and character of God to our family, friends, and neighbors. I am not knocking other churches by making this statement as I am extremely grateful for our sister churches in the area and beyond! We are just.....basic. Big windows, awkward transitions, babies crying, kids talking, and phones interrupting. AND I LOVE IT!!!!

I am confident of one thing, that God is worthy to be praised. Our focus is on growing in maturity as followers of Jesus. This has meant that our little Body is full of those who are escaping addictions, abusive relationships, pride, masking, etc. We are a beautiful thread worn tapestry of God's grace, mercy, love, and correction on display for others to gaze upon and hopefully also be led to a saving relationship with the Father through Christ Jesus.

To those who are brave enough to honestly and transparently pursue the One who pursues us, THANK YOU! Thank you for not allowing shame to keep you from running to the Father. Thank you for not allowing past hurts from seeking the face of the Father. You inspire me to love God and love others well. You remind me that Jesus chases after the one who wanders. You remind me that though our life narratives differ in many specific details our salvation narratives have one thing in common, our need for Jesus!  

Keep pressing in to the pain. Keep pressing in to the Truth. Keep pressing in to honest discussions and transparency. Keep pressing in to the love of the Father. Keep pressing in to the way of Jesus. But don't do it in your own strength or might but through the Holy Spirit and God's Word.

I am thankful for you!!!! I am thankful for the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit!!!!!!!!

Blessings
Steve