Reading: Romans 4:1-5
Reflective Thoughts
The difference between believers and unbelievers
Mega churches aren’t easy to manage. Parking, seating and ministry to individuals are big problems. These were some of the challenges faced by one particular mega church. But it didn’t grow because of the big buildings, the “customer service” or the eloquence of the speakers. Instead, everyone in this church kept feeling a sense of awe about what they were learning. They were so excited about it that outsiders, who were curious, joined them and got saved– every day! You may have guessed I’m writing about the first church in Acts 2.
What was so special about this church? No one had any “Christian medals” on their lapels. Everyone was on the same level-they had all been debtors just days before, spiritual slaves who owed a debt they couldn’t pay. The only difference between them and the unbelievers was that they believed Jesus paid their debt and that God’s righteousness had permanently bought their freedom.
What do unbelievers see in us? Do they know us for the awe we have about God and His work in our lives? When that’s the case, parking and seating challenges are great problems to have!