I Like What I See

Blogs, Jason Gish August 23rd, 2007

It has been exciting to see how many of the adult Sunday School classes have embraced the vision that Josh Hunt shared with us about growing and dividing. Josh reminded us that church is not about us. It never has been and it never will be. In fact, if church is about us, then it has ceased to be church. One may call it whatever he or she wants, but it would be in error to call it church. Church is about God. Church was established by God. Church is for His honor, His glory, His majesty. Church is for reaching His world, His children. Again, many of our classes are getting it now.

Of course, most of the people in our church would probably agree to the statements above or to something very similar to them. If someone, however, is not driven to action because of his belief, then the belief comes into question. A belief – derived from Scripture, inspired by God, heard by the person, understood in the heart – is not a belief unless it is expressed through faith in action.

By October 7, the adult Sunday School division will be on track to create four new classes. These classes are or will be healthy, enjoyable, meaningful, vibrant, spiritual, social groups that intend on growing and dividing. The people in these classes look forward to meeting new people, having incredible relationships with people they’ve not yet met. In doing so, these classes will have been obedient to God’s desire in bringing His world into the fold of His people.

Each of the other three divisions, preschool, children, and youth, are also looking to expand by adding at least one class each. There are two hurdles to making this happen – space and workers. Pray that God will unfold His ideal and His ideas to those in leadership and those who should be in leadership.

In addition to all of this, God has also seen fit to entrust to our care for brief periods of time on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening special needs adults from three area group homes. What a gift from God! The work in this area may be difficult, but it is certainly rewarding for those involved with this ministry. It seems that with this ministry, the parable of the talents holds true. Should one remain faithful with a little, God will grant much more.

Let’s pray together for God’s desire to be our desire. May they become so one together that we no longer realize the difference between His and ours.

God Bless,
Jason

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