Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Reclaim & Rebuild

There comes a time in the life of most churches, when after years of powerful, expanding ministry, a time of serious decline occurs and things must alter in order to embrace a new era - a new generation of ministry in the Church, and in the community. In our wonderful, little Church, we are in such a time now.

The Brighton Church of Christ has been here for 150 years, declaring the Gospel and sovereignty of Jesus Christ, and building the Kingdom of God on these important cornerstones. We declare these inalienable truths again, and remain standing on Jesus Christ.

But if you look into history, there are a lot of ancient cornerstones lying around as ruins. Yes, the strong foundations are still in place; the original design still evident. One of my favourite TV shows is Time Team from Great Britain and they weekly investigate ruins and lost sites. Foundation stones are wonderful and necessary, but who wants to be part of a museum? Who wants to be a point of interest for people to reflect on the past?

So we must again begin to boldly declare the Gospel in Brighton and confront the Godlessness and spiritual strongholds that have advanced in Brighton which have stifled the Gospel. It is time for renewed vigour and spiritual power OUTSIDE THE CHURCH WALLS. Our worship, prayer, and fellowship are all still functional and powerful. Now we need to evangelise this generation.

Lord God, give us your heart for the lost, and a Gospel message relevant to this generation, that we might assist you in building your Kingdom once more. Amen

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