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The Grace of Christ be with you!
How does our church handle change particularly when it involves who we welcome into our fellowship? Jesus was often criticized by religious authorities because he ate with sinners. The authorities were concerned with their own purity. Jesus was concerned for the well-being of those who were lost. Yet, communities need to be able to distinguish between those who are forgiven and those who are predators. How can you tell who is welcomed by God?
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The church acts on gut feelings.
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Church defends the truth.
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Church compels conformity.
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The church reviews all on own merits.
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Church seeks to follow truth.
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Church remains open to H.S.
In Acts, the church seeks to act on principles to help it overcome automatic resistance and not judge simply on one’s like or dislikes. These principles include a dialogue between leaders and the church on important changes and judging change by the results that it produces rather than the feelings that it evokes. Such a church remains open to the new life made possible by the continuing work of the Holy Spirit in our world.
Blessings, Will
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