We are made partners of the Gospel when we come together and say:
“Whatever gifts I have—even though it doesn’t look like much—I will bring this into the church community, I’ll have a heart for this world, I’ll have a heart for the poor, I’ll pray for people who are far from God, and I’ll share my life and my faith with people.”
Spiritual transformation and evidence of a changed life is crucial to a life that is surrendered to God. You cannot live out true devotion to God and experience spiritual transformation and growth by being disconnected or isolated from the church.
God sent his people into the world to proclaim salvation and to serve those in need. But he has also called his own from the world – the Ekklesia - to worship and learn from him.
Live expectantly because Christ is coming soon. Getting ready to meet Jesus involves continually growing in love for God and others. It is important to pray regularly and reach out to people who are in need. Invest your time and talents where they will make an eternal difference.