September 3, 2007
READ: Acts 4:32-37
Nor was there anyone among them who lacked. Acts 4:34
Six friends have formed a home-repair club in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They meet one Saturday each month at one of their homes to work on projects that cannot be tackled alone. Having helped one another for 20 years, they say theyre now bonded together like one big family. A similar group has formed in Snohomish, Washington. Their motto is: Will Work For Friends.
The concern of these groups for their friends reminds me of the early church (Acts 4:32-37). During this time of great persecution of believers, they especially needed the support of one another. Some people voluntarily sold their lands or houses and brought the proceeds to the apostles, and they distributed to each as anyone had need (v.35). They were of one heart and had all things in common (v.32).
As followers of Christ today, we too need the spiritual support and encouragement of one another. We may be struggling with a decision about how to serve the Lord, or concerned about a problem at work, or unsure of how to discipline a rebellious child. These are good opportunities to enlist the advice and prayer of fellow Christians.
Through love, lets serve one anotherphysically and spirituallyin the family of God (Gal. 5:13).
Good Morning The Mayor,
I’m going backwards in pings LOL;) Thank you for today’s Military Tribute and scripture! )
& All...
“September 3
1783 - The Revolutionary War ended on this day. A treaty was signed by Great Britain and the United States in Paris, France. The treaty bears the signatures of Benjamin Franklin, John Adams and John Jay.”