No matter the global location or the specific individual, sin runs deep. With no regard to economic class, background, heritage, or education, we all need the saving power of the gospel. Not just a ticket for Heaven, but each global resident needs to experience the life changing power of His Kingdom in the heart, transforming the way we do business with each other. I wonder if I’ve been disciples into a simplistic worldview, assuming that others have had the minimum of privileges like me. I judge others by my experiences. But being indifferent to each person’s need for Christ puts in question my love for Christ. Lord, change is to be more in love with You, that we may love others with greater sincerity and intention planning May we follow your leading and teaching, not our assumptions, in our efforts
“Throughout the Bible, we see pictures of the global church (which includes all followers of Jesus in all locations) and the local church (which includes particular followers of Jesus in a particular location). Out of 114 times that the “church” is mentioned in the New Testament, at least ninety of them refer to specific local gatherings of believers who have banded together for fellowship and mission. God intends for every follower of Jesus to be a part of such a gathering under the servant leadership of pastors who shepherd the church for the glory of God.” - Francis Chan, Multiply: Disciples Making Disciples
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