In today’s devotional we consider whether the role of the Church, at least as it is popular among many Christians, is correct. And we understand that Christ called us to “go.” And that means we may need to leave wherever we are right now.

In today’s devotional we consider our role are responsibility in a community worship service. And we realize that a lot of what we get out of our time together with God is what we put into it.

In today’s devotional we think about the powerful, often difficult, call upon the Christian community to forgive. And we understand that forgiveness that is demanded of others, but not practiced among ourselves, is hollow and hypocritical.

In today’s devotional we contemplate the relationship between hearing God’s word and doing what God is calling us to do. And we realize that no matter who we are or what we do, we are all called to live a life of obedience.

In today’s devotional we think about the various reasons people come to, and leave, a certain church. And we realize that often we come to church for what it gives us, but a good church will transform us into people who reflect God’s love and service.

In today’s devotional we think about the call upon the Christian life to give to others of their time and money. And we realize that life is not about what we have, but about what we give away.

In today’s devotional we think about the centrality and importance of prayer in the communal life of the Church. And we realize that prayer is meant to be first, not an afterthought when all hope is lost.

In today’s devotional we consider the role of gathering together with other Christians in faith and unity. And we realize that in the Christian life, connection and encouragement is not an optional act.

In today’s devotional we think about the balance between knowing that Christ will return and rule the world and the fact that we have been called to work right here and right now. And we realize that victory in Christ should motivate us to work harder to share the good news with those around us.

In today’s devotional we think about the ways in which we are willing to follow God in ministry. And we realize that sometimes big, wild, crazy ideas are exactly what God is calling us to do.