Sunday Morning Worship

God's Word to us today through Tytus:


God chose us; we did not choose Him. When people lose interest or walk away from God, it is probably because they think they chose Him. They quickly become disappointed in something God does or doesn't do to/for them. He doesn't meet their expectations, so they walk away. But we don't choose God. He chooses us ... to be sons/daughters, to serve, and to love each other. He chooses us to be part of a Body, and we each have a purpose in that Body. If we always look at life through the prism of money or possessions, we will always be disappointed. Someone will always have more than us or will be gifted in a way of which we are envious. We will never be satisfied. But if we look through the prism of Christ's love, we will learn to serve one another and be the Body He calls us to be.


Tytus shared about a conference he attended last week. There was a woman there, a pastor's wife, whom Tytus has known for several years. People have always been aware that this woman was usually withdrawn and distant from people. However, this time, she was engaged in conversation and was participating in the activities. It was an obvious difference, and many pepole noticed. When Tytus spoke with her, he asked, "What happened to you? You have always been distant with people, but now you are happy and involved with others." She responded, "I had a meeting with God. For 30 years I have been a pastor's wife, but only now do I understand what it means to be part of the Body of Christ."


It is amazing again how our pastors in Fredericktown are teaching about the same thing as our pastor in Radom: how to be the Body of Christ. We've traveled across an ocean, yet we are receiving the same teaching that you are receiving in Fredericktown. We are truly One Church in Two Locations ... called to be united in love and purpose.