What joy it is to see 27 years of blood, sweat, and tears (!) being manifested in the great house that we get to worship in together each week. Of course, the body is not the building, it is the people. Over the years, we have seen many grow in their giftings, as they have labored for the kingdom in our church body, and they have produce great results. Some of those whose lives we invested in have moved on to other cities and other churches where they have become fruitful in new soil. Some started the bus ride with us, and are still on the bus!
The ones with longevity have grown deep roots. They have allowed themselves to be planted. They remain fruitful and faithful even as they grow older. (Ps 92) Their commitment to Loving God, Loving People, and Loving Life is obvious in the fruit of their lives. There is a generational mentality that is evident, that not only does today count and the memories of yesterday, but also our many more tomorrows together.
May we never forget – treasure is found in the family of God. Fellowship and communion are what the world longs for and can never be found outside of Christ. May we never forget what Jesus accomplished on the cross for us. May we never forget the finished work of redemption and the celebration of new life when we look into the tomb and find it empty. May we never forget His lives in us everyday of every year. He’s called us family, so let’s do life together and bring heaven to earth, and see more of heaven manifested in THIS House in the next 27 years! Greater Things Are Yet To Come.