Our Faith, Together

I must admit that for this past Friday afternoon and this morning, crawling out of bed for fellowship and service was terribly difficult. Exhaustion told me not to leave the warmth of my blankets, but what was left of the little discipline I had in me told me that I should go. In the end I'm so glad I went to both fellowship and service.

This past Friday Night Live was Prayer Night. Pastor Young preached on Luke 8:40-56 about how we need to be desperate to meet with God. Talking and praying with my sisters afterwards, it was so encouraging to hear them say that they wanted to change their attitudes, to encounter God, or simply to know more about Him. Also, I felt a real community sense between GCC that night - to be prayed over and to share and pray together with my sisters in Christ. (We prayed for two hours and it didn't feel long at all.)

This morning's service was on Mark 2:1-12. Pastor Young opened up with news about GCC's church plant in Boston. It was inspiring to hear about how God has been really working and expanding His kingdom, especially when it comes to college students. It was only five years ago that GCC planted a church in Atlanta and in two years that church grew and became financially independent. I pray for the same kind of kingdom growth for our Boston church plant. By the way, if you're in Boston or going to be in Boston, and you're not plugged into a church, talk to me! Pastor Young ended the sermon talking about the strength of community: That when we're unable to reach Jesus ourselves, we'll need faithful brothers and sisters to carry us to Jesus. Often times I have to remind myself that while I may disagree with a brother/sister, that in the end, I'm no better and that Christ's love and sacrifice is bigger than both of us. We're called to love one another, no if's or but's.

Currently Listening To: The Power of Your Name, Lincoln Brewster