A Thought

“God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him.”  John 3:17

It is one thing to acknowledge that Jesus existed, which even secular historians can do with little effort; it is quite another to understand what Messiah stands for and how this Covenant works.  Simply calling on the name of Jesus for salvation but doing nothing toward discipleship (that is, living within the terms of the Covenant and the Covenant community) leaves a huge gap in what can become for us a wholesome and truly fulfilling life – AND a strong community to withstand the trials of the day.  It is not merely a matter of making a choice between heaven and hell; it is about being all we are called to be in this life – the life we are called to live until the Last Day.

It is important to remember that Jesus said, “Those who endure to the end will be saved” (Matthew 10:22).  Warning His disciples about the persecutions that would surely come, it simply makes sense that we desperately need the support structure of community.  We need the support of one another if we are to endure this Journey, and we need to be reminded constantly of the Reward that awaits those “who endure to the end”.

There was only one “Lone Ranger”, and even he needed a “Tonto” – AND – he was fictional!  We need the community of faith so that we may continue to grow in faith.  Others need it, too; they are simply waiting on your invitation.

Blessings,

Michael