Thursday, October 15, 2009

Encouragement

“Now to God who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, to God be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for-ever and ever. Amen.” (Ephesians 3:20-21)

The letter to the Ephesians was written at a time when the church needed encouragement! They were discouraged by politics, taxes, and the challenges of a struggling young church. The author, whom most scholars now believe was a disciple of Paul, wrote mostly to Gentiles offering them hope for a certain future! The author wants them to know that the church is fulfilling a purpose that Christ began! That purpose is greater than we can imagine or even ask for! The purpose is that Christ would dwell in your hearts through faith and that you would be rooted in love. What greater purpose could Abiding Love have?

As we begin this rally call to ‘Imagine Ministry Beyond Belief’, may you know of the purpose of Christ.

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