I finally got around to writing part two of ‘Waiting with patience’ on my blog! The link is in my bio if you want to have a read, otherwise here is a little snippet:
We need to remember that God’s timeline is different to ours. God sees beyond this current life and we should try and do that too. While it may seem like we have been waiting a really long time for something, it doesn’t take long for things to change. God can make things happen in an instant. Like my Dad said to me once, “You never know what’s just around the corner”, and from 1 Corinthians 15:52 we know that when Christ returns, it’s only going to take the “twinkling of an eye” for everything to change.
If you have ever been deeply hurt by a person/people in your church, please remember these things:
It’s not a church thing, it’s a people thing. While we are still sinners, as much as we might try our best, there’s always going to be people hurting/offending each other no matter where you are. Work colleagues may hurt you, classmates may hurt you, family members may hurt you. That being said, there’s no excuse for being unkind to other people no matter how deeply you may have been hurt yourself. The church should be a safe place and a sanctuary. Jesus’ disciples are those who love one another (John 13:35).
If you have been hurt, don’t let it get in the way of your relationship with God and a future in His kingdom. Surround yourself with the people who love you and encourage you in His ways.
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"Have you ever wondered if we're missing it? It's crazy, if you think about it. The God of the universe-Creator of nitrogen and pine needles, galaxies and E minor-loves us with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. And what is our typical response? We go to church, sing songs, and try not to cuss."
– Francis Chan
^ Talking about this quote on my blog today. www.thegravies.com
