From the Director's Desk
The Lord passed before him (Moses) and proclaimed, "The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness." ~Exodus 34:6 ESV
How often are we reminded of the great divide between the practice of religion and the beauty of a true, living relationship with God. And yet, how easily do we, the faithful, slip into the very snares of religiosity. Our time of devotion becomes but another duty, a fleeting entry upon a long list of tasks, too easily set aside, too often postponed. We burden ourselves with guilt when we miss the gathering of saints, or when we pass by the beggar empty handed.
I recently read a handwritten note on social media that so beautifully explained the difference between relationship and religion.
Religion - I messed up. My Dad is gonna kill me.
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The Lord passed before him (Moses) and proclaimed, "The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness." ~Exodus 34:6 ESV
How often are we reminded of the great divide between the practice of religion and the beauty of a true, living relationship with God. And yet, how easily do we, the faithful, slip into the very snares of religiosity. Our time of devotion becomes but another duty, a fleeting entry upon a long list of tasks, too easily set aside, too often postponed. We burden ourselves with guilt when we miss the gathering of saints, or when we pass by the beggar empty handed.
I recently read a handwritten note on social media that so beautifully explained the difference between relationship and religion.
Religion - I messed up. My Dad is gonna kill me.
Gospel - I messed up. I need to call my Dad.
I want to encourage you to pause and reflect on your relationship with the Lord. Do you have a warm, intimate relationship with your Heavenly Father? Has your first love begun to fade? Or are you caught up in religious practice while your Father stands with open arms, longing for you to return to Him? If so, I want to urge you:
CALL YOUR DAD!