Jeffrey, I’m totally in agreement with one statement that you made concerning how the UMC like other neoMarxist institutions is driven by hard power and money. Unfortunately, I’m afraid that that statement is true of most all large religious institutions as well. If we contrast that with the more primitive forms of Christianity, we can see that they were fueled by the Holy Spirit. I’m convinced that if the GMC is to be successful, it will have to prioritize “the equipping of the saints for the work of Christian service “, in other words to discover, develop and utilize their Spiritual Gifting's for use in edifying the Body of Christ. In my opinion, until individuals, congregations, and denominations are known for how well they reflect the full stature of Christ, the Church in the West will continue to decline.
I am also hopeful for the GMC to proclaim the gospel, do the work of Jesus, and follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. I can see some of the "grassroots" leadership happening in my local church. We just had our charge conference today. The chairs of the committees gave "transparent" reports. We are regularly informed through newsletters, emails, Facebook, etc. We are sending one of own to seminary. The vote to do so was unanimous. Can you tell I love my church family? I am trusting God to lead the way and praying we all follow.
It is exciting to see what is happening with the GMC. I pray God’s hand upon you. The forces that destroyed the UMC are at work throughout western culture, not only in churches but in practically every institution in our society. A clear focus on this fact and a deep and abiding relationship with the Holy Spirit is the path to victory. May God richly blessed you.
Jeffrey, I’m totally in agreement with one statement that you made concerning how the UMC like other neoMarxist institutions is driven by hard power and money. Unfortunately, I’m afraid that that statement is true of most all large religious institutions as well. If we contrast that with the more primitive forms of Christianity, we can see that they were fueled by the Holy Spirit. I’m convinced that if the GMC is to be successful, it will have to prioritize “the equipping of the saints for the work of Christian service “, in other words to discover, develop and utilize their Spiritual Gifting's for use in edifying the Body of Christ. In my opinion, until individuals, congregations, and denominations are known for how well they reflect the full stature of Christ, the Church in the West will continue to decline.
I am also hopeful for the GMC to proclaim the gospel, do the work of Jesus, and follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. I can see some of the "grassroots" leadership happening in my local church. We just had our charge conference today. The chairs of the committees gave "transparent" reports. We are regularly informed through newsletters, emails, Facebook, etc. We are sending one of own to seminary. The vote to do so was unanimous. Can you tell I love my church family? I am trusting God to lead the way and praying we all follow.
Your church is blessed to have you, Eileen. I'm glad they are doing so well right out the gate.
It is exciting to see what is happening with the GMC. I pray God’s hand upon you. The forces that destroyed the UMC are at work throughout western culture, not only in churches but in practically every institution in our society. A clear focus on this fact and a deep and abiding relationship with the Holy Spirit is the path to victory. May God richly blessed you.