Our visit with a different part of our “forever family” yesterday did not disappoint. The opening scripture and prayer led by a young teenager, songs of praise and adoration, a thoughtful and challenging meditation as we surrounded the Lord’s Table, prayers for special needs including a special time of assembled prayer to send a member to work on a special project in Africa, in-depth spiritual conversations around the coffee table, a lively Bible class that challenged us to walk in the way of the Spirit.
As Christians assemble with the local family each week, it is easy to forget how special the fellowship and faith we share really is. It is easy to forget the deep, spiritual longings that bind us and bring us together each week. Our visit reminded us that week after week, around the world, God’s people assemble and touch one another’s hearts and lives to provide strength for the coming week. The love within the family was evident as overheard foyer fellowship asks about special situations in the members’ lives. Here are people who know one another and deeply care. We were inspired and encouraged.