The way it is supposed to be

Acts 4:33 "Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common."
Acts 2: 42-47 "And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.  And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles.  And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved"


Unity in the body,
this is our call
together we stand
in Him we can't fall


Called to love one another
speaking out, reaching out
Called to serve your brother
This is what our life is about


Working in harmony
His light will shine
the fragrance will rise
Living for His glory divine!




The needs of this dying world are so great. I am often burdened by the overwhelming poverty, and desperate need for the gospel to go out in our world. In this global community we cannot be ignorant about the needs of those around us---a circle which used to reach maybe 20 miles and now stretches around the globe. 


I think that we all need to prayerful ask the Lord: How would you have me serve in Your body? What part do I play?  
This includes, but is not limited to, the local church--His body is composed of the church universal and we need to consider what that means in our lives. Lord,when faced with the desperate needs of those around me what do I do? 


Here are a few places that are doing a great work: If the Lord does not call you to go, perhaps He calls you to partner with those who are "over there"


Kalene Mission Hospital


Mercy Ships

Christian Missions in Many Lands


OM




Tonight I give thanks to the Lord who is my comfort. For friends and loved ones. For people who remember the weak and the sick. For the healing power of laughter. For the importance of quiet and learning to listen. For strength when I am weak. For the truth that I am not perfect--and He doesn't expect me to be. For grace. "He doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called."