Today God and my Uncle helped remind me of something that i've seemed to lose sight of... Church isn't about the institution or building we go to on sunday's; its about the body of people that uplift each other and reach each other with encouragement, love and devotion. We figured out that the very place that we call The Chesapeake Grille & Deli, is really the church we show up to on a day to day basis... From laughing with customers to supporting each other through a crazy dinner rush, we get frustrated together and pumped together. But the whole point of it all is so much bigger then I have ever thought. Everything and everyone has a purpose, and whether they know it or not, we're all part of the same body. The same Church. That's such an awesome thought. Like Mr. Marley said, "One Love, One Heart." He knew what he was talking about. We need to be focused on the eternal things in our everyday lives, like the purpose behind going to work; i know its not about the money because it says in proverbs chapter ten that the blessing of the lord makes us rich, and he adds no sorrow with it. I believe that full heartily.
When we wake up and walk outside, we're in the church, so let's get together and feel alright! sounds cheezy you say? well yeah maybe hah, but its what we need to do.
Goodnight guys and gals, & much love.
Jer
Great post! You just captured a point that is missed by a lot of "churches". The fact is that we all need community; a sense of belonging and feeling like someone cares. We would all be well served to stop viewing church as only a building or an institution. The church is actually and more practically the people. I'm not saying that we shouldn't gather, but that gathering and building community can happen in more places than just a building on a Sunday.
ReplyDeleteSigned...a member of your Chesapeak Grille Church.
JW
My man! I agree full heartily, thanks for sharing your input JW!
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