We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - December 22, 2019
Let Us Adore Him
We were created to adore Christ. Adoration is native to the image of God. It is the ultimate business of the human being, both affecting and expressing the heart. It is concerned with glory and comprehended with joy. This is a devotional message with a particular focus on the necessity and nurture of adoring Christ. It seeks to steward Christmas by directing our hearts to Christ Himself. Christ came to be above all and first in the hearts of men. Our adoration should center on Him, not merely His works. Our adoration is not payment for services rendered. He is to be without rival and loved reverently and relationally. He is our greatest good. Here, profound doxology leads powerful praxeology—high doctrine inspires helpful discipline. It is a tonic to stimulate and enlarge the heart of every true Christian, occasioned at Christmas but essential for every day.
Scripture References: John 3:31
From Series: "Special 2019"
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