Occasionally I run into people who say that they can believe in God and not go to church. They are right. But there are many things that people miss when they choose to believe, but not attend church. One of them is the amazing phenomena of belonging.
At Woods Chapel you and I belong to a very amazing group of people. We are engaged in mission together in a way that no one could ever do by themselves. Sit in the coffee bar on any Sunday and you will meet great folks. Walk the walking trail, sit it the pavilion, or enjoy one of the gardens and feel the power of years of dreams, hard work, and honor to God. Bow your head and pray in the sanctuary and your prayers join the prayers of many other souls. Shake a hand during greeting time and make a new friend. Wander into any local restaurant and see your friends out and about. Stand at the end of service and join your heart and hands to others as we remember that it is all about God's grace.
Yes, Scarlett, you can believe and not go to church, but why would anyone do it? I love our church. It is a place when we can all belong. It's a place where we can all be connected.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
1 comment:
we are to be a called out assembly and therefore committed to a common purpose. Hard to do if you aren't coming together
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