Today we are going to talk about how important it is to be involved in church. I’m sure most of you reading or listening to this already go to church, but if not, I hope I can give you some reasons to make church a huge part of your life. In Ps 92: 12-15, the Bible says that if we want to flourish – that means thrive or increase – then we need to be planted – that means to have deep roots – in church. Jesus gave pastors to the church so that we can have a shepherd to take care of the sheep. Jesus called himself the chief shepherd, but Jesus gives pastors to take care of people – who are a lot like sheep in many ways! Everyone needs to have a shepherd to take care of them. Someone once said, you either are a pastor, or you need one! I like that. That’s why we have the church. God wants you to have an avenue to grow, and when you are growing, increasing, and thriving then you will make an impact on your world. So are you going to church this week? Are you involved in a small group? Do you take your kids to youth and kids activities? You and your family need to be growing, and today is the best time to develop the habit of being in church, every time you can. Those of us who teach at church, want you to learn the Bible and life principles, so that you can apply them personally and with your family. We want you to learn how to make good decisions, and we want you to know and experience God in your life everyday! What is cool about the scripture in Ps 92 is that it says that when we are planted or putting deep roots down in the church, we will flourish or thrive, even when we are old. So why not start today, and get planted, stay planted, and thrive for life!
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