Posted by Bart on April 9, 2008
I read Psalm 104 again and some of the letter to the Ephesians.
Chapter 4, Unity of the Body, tells us in 13 “-we must grow until we become like Christ and have all his perfection”. The context for this is very important, “This work must continue until we are all joined together in the faith and in the same knowledge of the son of God.” This leaves little doubt that perfection is a communal command. I can not and should not pursue perfection outside of community with other believers. 12″He [Christ] gave those gifts to make the body of Christ stronger” Lord may your will be done.
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Posted by Bart on April 1, 2008
Today I read Psalms 99-100 aloud. I have also been reading in “Organic Church” and Ephesians.
Ephesians 10 says, “His goal was to carry out his plan, when the right time came, that all things in heaven and on earth would be joined together in Christ as the head.” All things must include brothers in Christ whole are not like me. Christ came to us as an example so I / we should go to them.
Lord, may thy kingdom come on earth. Please give me the strength and courage to fulfill my part in your plan. Make my heart burn for my brothers. Let us see your perfection in community.
Lord, Please give Jim, Jay, Calvin, and Kevin your mind and your heart that they may have your courage.
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