tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5303844666411630028.post4842575777871390511..comments2023-06-10T08:14:23.379-05:00Comments on University of Jesus: ZEAL FOR GODDennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09083818184293565219noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5303844666411630028.post-80397817622376767762009-10-14T10:58:01.268-05:002009-10-14T10:58:01.268-05:00Very good point and question, especially since we ...Very good point and question, especially since we are now the temple of God!<br /><br />Another thing that stood out to me was this: <br /><br />After this he went down to Capernaum with his mother and brothers and his disciples. There they stayed for a few days. <br /><br />They had just been at a wedding because they were invited. Maybe it was a relative of Jesus - as Mary seems very concerned about the host not being embarrassed due to a lack of wine.<br /><br />But after the wedding, Jesus goes with his Mother and brothers for some family time. His disciples also attend. They stay a few days and then move on.<br /><br />Was this a hint that the church would become family? A shadow of things to come? Jesus in essence takes his disciples to a family reunion. <br /><br />The church is such an incredible blessing - as I've traveled and moved from place to place around the country, I always know there is family at the next congregational gathering.<br /><br />When I travel "home" to see my physical family we visit on average 3 different congregations, many that are still "family" to us. Close friends and loved ones. The encouragement received and friendships in Christ renewed are outstanding!<br /><br />The fat that Christ sets up His church to be a Family is an incredible thing.<br /><br />What past "family member" should you call and encourage today?<br /><br />What "family gathering" might you need to visit to encourage in their faith?<br /><br />In what ways do you take advantage of the "family" you currently meet with?<br /><br />Who in that family do you need to reach out to and encourage? <br /><br />The family of God is an amazing blessing!Kevinnoreply@blogger.com