My whole life, I’ve aways felt safe. Maybe I’m sheltered? Maybe I’m naive? Maybe I’m too “suburban”? I don’t know but I’ve always felt protected.
I began to wonder, in a world full of danger, why have I felt this kind of safety since childhood. I believe it has to do with family. I always felt safe with my mom and dad, grandpa and grandmas, even with extended family we would only see once in a while. I’ve always had family around. I felt they loved me, they were watching out for me, that I could count on them, and they would take care of me.
I know that many reading this haven’t had this same experience with their family. For some family wasn’t a safe place. For others family was outright dangerous. But it’s not supposed to be this way. Even in our fallen world, God intended our families to be safe places where we are able to become the people we are called to be.
God calls His church the FAMILY of God. And no matter what kind of family you grew up in, your church family should be a safe place where you are loved. When you surrendered your life to God He made you a part of His family. There are no orphans in God’s family. You’re called to be a part of a local church family.
In our Activ8 series one of the steps of discipleship is being an active part of your church family. Being a part of a great church family...
- protects us,
- keeps your fire burning for the Lord,
- leads to maturity,
- helps you grow and produce fruit,
- is obedience to the Lord, and
- helps you and the rest of your family be a part of God’s Kingdom work!
