The Experiencing God study concluded yesterday, but the call to live out a Christian life of obedience to the Lord is ongoing. I am truly thankful to have had this opportunity not only to study EG a second time, but to do it with the body of Christ. I am more and more convinced that our spiritual walk must be in partnership with other believers -- it is Biblical and beneficial.
Yesterday, Chip Ingram, of Living on the Edge ministries, preached a great message unpacking some of up the benefits of being in fellowship, entitled, " Ancient Paths to Intimacy with God - Getting Hugs from an Invisible God, Part 1." Being intimately connected with the body of Christ is one way God outstretches is strong arms and wraps them around us. Yes, indeed, I have found that to be true, and after hearing this message at the conclusion of the study of EG, I am determined to give more attention and prayer to the body of Christ in my community and church. I pray you will do the same!
This particular verse is one that a special, dear, loving woman in my study committed to praying for our church. I'm joining her in that endeavor and I pray you will to -- for your own church and for the body of Christ in your community.
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Hi Elisa,
I came over from Amy's WFW.
Thanks for sharing these encouraging verses. It is a blessing to belong to the body of Christ. We need to pray for one another and encourage one another in our walk with God. I thank God for a church who loves God and His people. May you have a blessed day.
Nancie
I think it would be easier to memorize scripture by looking at these WFW posts! This would make a great memory card!
Love it and what a great challenge to pray for our churches and communities.
It is sometimes so hard to be unified in a large group of people that wouldn't ordinarily be together, if not for Jesus. I pray this verse for my church also! Thank you!
Amen. God has designed us for community and the love and encouragement we can give each other is powerful. Have a great Wednesday!!
Oh Elisa..I love coming to your site! That was a fantastic WFW post! I have to get that book "Experincing God" it just sounds great!
I love these verses sweetie.
I don't pray for my church as often as I should. Great points Elisa!
God Bless!
Thank you for your reminder that we are to live in unity!
Be blessed!
ahhh, how touching!
What a great scripture, and one great study.
I'm so proud of you! Way to go♥
Elisa,
I love this verse! Thanks for sharing it today.
I miss Chip! I used to listen to him daily, but haven't in sooo long. He is a great teacher.
Blessings,
Tracy
Elisa,
I loved the imagery of the church being God's invisible arms to reach out and hug. That was awesome and I will be more mindful of praying for unity in my church.
What a great verse to pray for your church, I think I will do the same, thanks for sharing!
Beautiful. That is one of my favorite verses.
Our churches do need our prayers. This is a great reminder.
Thank you for your comment on my blog, and I am so glad that my choice of God's words were just right for you today. God knows where to send us, even when we are blogging. Everything has a reason.
God bless!
I was sitting here enjoying the graphic you made.. then scrolled down to learn that you also do blog makeovers. WOW! You are ONE TALENTED LADY! (I love the look of the one you just designed for your friend)
Okay.. I think I'm ADHD.. It only takes a second for my thought process to change directions. LOL! Just overlook me.
Have a GREAT weekend!
I like listening to Chip Ingram, too. Our pastor gave a sermon last week about fellowship and getting to know people at church. I hope that people were paying attention. It would be great if more people got involved and got to know and love each other.
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Lisa