Message from Scripture: 3/26/2021

Our message from Scripture today is Eph. 5:29-30. “For no one ever hates his own flesh but provides and cares for it, just as Christ does for the church, since we are members of his body.”

It’s sad to say every congregation of the Lord has its battles to fight against Satan and sin. We know he desires to destroy it and the salvation it has to offer. However, there is much good to say about the church! There is no greater institution ever established on our behalf than the church.  Christ offered His life for it (Eph. 5:25-27). We are added to it, having our sins forgiven and being made acceptable before God (Acts 2:47). God has organized it so it helps us grow and mature in Him and His salvation (Eph. 4:12-16).   It encourages us to be our best individually, and to reach out to others with the good news that can save their souls, offering them an abundant life today, and eternal life when this life is over. That eternal hope can guide us on our way, and God promises to help us attain it. There is nothing that can compare with the church.

We cannot ignore problems that may arise within the church, for that can be destructive to our faith (1 Cor. 5:6-8). On the other hand, we should never ignore the immense good within the church, as we benefit from it every day of our lives. Let us deal with sin honestly and righteously, but never act as if all the church has is problems. Let's remember how important the church is, serve for its good, and encourage one another to be positive about it. Don’t be complacent about being part of the body of Christ. Be excited about all we have by being in Christ. Be positive about the church! Let it be seen in how you live your life today. God bless.

Robert