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"Two people can accomplish more than twice as much as one; they get a better return for their labor. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But people who are alone when they fall are in real trouble.  And on a cold night, two under the same blanket can gain warmth from each other. But how can one be warm alone?  A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken." NLT   The most selfish act of a Christ-follower is skipping out on church! God saved us to be an active member of His body, the church.  

Community of Caring

 
simple mosaic crossFamily (n)   

persons of common ancestry [Christ],

united by certain convictions [faith],

forming an ordered whole [service]      Disintegration of the Family...

Perfection: I don't like...    Connection vs Individualism

Priority: I need some "me" time.         Compass vs Clock

Pride: Who do you answer to?        Control vs Submission n The Church is a springboard for change The source of HOPE, GRACE, FORGIVENESS, and LOVE Shared wisdom = Suffering avoided n The Church is a haven in a heartless world

Be on your guard and stay awake. Your enemy, the devil, is like a roaring lion, sneaking around to find someone to attack. 1 Peter 5:8

  • Protect the unity of the church.
  • Defend the hearts of those who love and serve you.
  • Welcome each person from the storms of life.
n The Church reveals Christ You are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. 1 Cor 12:27 If you have come to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your salvation is bound up with mine, then let us work together, side by side. True worship affects everything in life.
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