"...the devil now sees the one we just baptized as an enemy. This is not like a physical game we might play, where at worst we get hurt accidentally and need medical attention. Satan is not happy about losing that person to Jesus...he is out to disarm and destroy them to protect his own evil kingdom. We often don't understand that we just got this new believer into a war they are not equipped to fight. They don't know the rules, or the weapons available, or even how to use them." (pg. 96-97)
To be sure, new Christians need to be developed and nurtured. This is the role of the body of believers we call the church. We are to nurture our own along in the faith.
Maybe you are not ready to disciple. If so, then who is discipling you? Who around you challenges you to grow in Christ? To whom can you reach out and ask to meet with you to talk about what it means to follow Jesus, what it "costs" to be a disciple?
The church does not grow unless the church grows. Do you get that?
A few notes before signing off:
- pray for our Romanian Mission Team
- calendar our Covenant Partner Classes (all C3 Covenant Partners are required to attend one class). Dates are June 18, 21, 22, and 28.
- calendar June 19th at 6:30 PM for our Mission Trip Worship Service!
- welcome Cliff Daniels to our Summer Internship
- calendar July 18th and August 8th for our C3 Community Movie Nights!
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Randy
