John 3:25-30 (New International Version)
25An argument developed between some of John's disciples and a certain Jew over the matter of ceremonial washing. 26They came to John and said to him, "Rabbi, that man who was with you on the other side of the Jordan—the one you testified about—well, he is baptizing, and everyone is going to him."
27To this John replied, "A man can receive only what is given him from heaven. 28You yourselves can testify that I said, 'I am not the Christ but am sent ahead of him.' 29The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom's voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete. 30He must become greater; I must become less.
Can you imagine the kind of impact we could/would have if we, one community of faith, operated in this attitude! What if we decided to look at the gifts and callings God has placed on us; what if we decided to focus on the needs immediately in front of us; what if we chose to receive God's grace and gifts that HE has chosen for us. If we rejoice with those that rejoice, other churches, other ministries, other people's promotions, gifts and talents, what would happen. What if we really thought that we needed to become less as He becomes greater in us and through us and, wait, yes-through others? What would happen?
The Church (no not just our church--His Church) would explode with wonders and salvations. Let's join in OnePrayer.com. Joining churches around the world uniting together in Him. Let's let our love for one another shine.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
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