But Our Church Can Do Some Things

Wednesday’s Scripture Readings:
OT: Jeremiah 49
NT: Ephesians 2
W&W: Psalm 106.32-48

Today’s Reflection:

In answer to questions asked at the Towne Hall Meeting concerning:
1) A Sunday school class for college age people;
2) A bus ministry; and
3) A choir – Maybe just for holidays and/or special occasions
I responded as follows:

In October I am meeting with the board and others interested in planning anywhere from 3 to 5 goals for the rest of the church year: things we feel called of God to attempt. The size of the group will be limited so that we can have good discussion. But, if you are interested in being a part of it, let me know. And as always, we value your “owned” input! Tonight, I am meeting with a group of people who will help me gather your responses to specific questions about spiritual commitment, spiritual health and member engagement. We will take that information and make some longer-range plans.

Having said all that, Let me address the three things asked:

1) I do believe that a choir would be on the list of things we could attempt. I believed it when I arrived, but since we did not have one when I arrived, I took the admonition of our DS and of the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 7.20: “Each one should remain in the situation which he was in when God called him.” I do think – as Elaine mentioned – that a seasonal choir for Christmas would be a good way to use a choir as part of our music ministry. As a matter of fact, from the very beginning of my time here, Mark – our Worship Director – has told me that that is precisely the plan – if we have the interest – shown by commitment – on the part of the those involved.

2) Also, we do need to reach out to our college age adults… Is there someone who feels led of God to do so? “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field” (Luke 10.2). But, remember no church can do everything. What does God want us to do? Pray! Fast! Plead for God’s mercy!

3) Now about the bus, it would be nice, but are we ready for it? I am wondering if we are using the busses God has already given us. [Hold up Church Directory] Do you recognize this? 144 families. If we conservatively estimated 1.5 cars per family, then God already has 216 buses. Are we using them? I was saved as a result of that kind of “church bus.” A friend of mine in high school invited me to church; she was riding with her neighbors, the Frieces. When I finally agreed to go to church, they picked me up in their car! I rode that bus and others like it for all the years of high school!

Remember this: it isn’t until we are faithful with the small responsibilities that God will give us greater responsibilities.

This Week’s Scripture to Memorize:
Romans 3.25a: God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.