Stewardship

​I think Most people want to be part of something bigger than themselves; to find a sense of belonging, purpose, and a common mission. Thank God we find all these things in Jesus Christ our Saviour who calls us to get on board with his mission in the world.

We are called to share all things in common like the early Church depicted in Acts Chapter 4. All the believers shared what they had with one another for God’s glory and purposes in the local Church. The example of the early Church ought to encourage us to use our wealth, possessions and abilities to serve God and his mission. This Sunday we will focus on ways we can serve to advance God’s kingdom purposes in and through our Church.

In the lead up to Sunday, I encourage you to meditate on 1 Peter 4:7-10 which says “The end of all things is near. Therefore, be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.”

As we each pray and discern how God wants us to serve and what he puts on our hearts to give financially over the coming year, I trust God will guide us further into his Kingdom purposes in and through our Church.

Isn’t it wonderful that we get to belong to Christ together and be part of His wonderful mission in the world – a purpose so much bigger than ourselves.

I love being in this together with you.

Every Blessing.
Reverend Tanya Cummings