Church Family,
I’ve already thoroughly enjoyed our time in the book of Genesis. Each week it becomes more and more apparent just how crucial the first few pages of our bibles are to understand the world and humanity. We simply cannot function nor thrive as humans without understanding these beautiful words found in Genesis 1:26, “Image of God.” The image of God satisfactorily answers the question, “What is man?” It also gives us clear direction on how we should see and treat others. There is no theory that comprehensively deals with humankind more adequately then Genesis one and two. To be fully human is to be directed towards God, each other, and rightly relating to God’s creation. This is turn, drives us to the greater image-bearer of God, Jesus (Col 1:15), who through his person and work, is renewing that very image in us (Col 3:9-11). Human flourishing is directly connected to our union with Jesus Christ.
Let Us Pray
Don’t forget to make plans this Wednesday at 6:30 pm to gather with us in prayer either in-person or online. Here is the zoom link (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89211053668)
Reading the Bible
Here at Light in the Desert Church, we love the bible. As a matter of fact, one of our distinctive is Bible-Believing, and we are deeply convicted of making it a regular part of our day. With that said, consistently reading the Bible is not as easy as we would like it to be, especially during this weird season of pandemic and social unrest. Unfortunately, studies also show that the less one attends church, the less likely they will read their bibles. So as a recent article I read stated, “When people engage less with the local church, they engage less with their Bibles…With church gatherings prohibited or limited, hospitality curtailed, and prayer meetings and small groups moved to Zoom, we’ve missed out on some aspects of church life. Many of us have also missed out on opening our Bibles.” So dust off your bible and dig in! Also, let me encourage you to read the article I referenced here.
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Bryan