How do we get along with each other in the Body of Christ? Do we truly cherish one another?  Are we humbly giving of ourselves to each other? Are we careful to lovingly nurture one another toward Christlikeness?  That is what our Lord wants us to do, just as He did, and is doing, for all of us. Let’s not forget: We are family!

 

Philippians 2:1-5

1 Therefore if there is any encouragement in Christ, if there is any consolation of love, if there is any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, 2 make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose. 3 Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; 4 do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others. 5 Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus…

 

“The followers of Jesus are children of God and they should manifest the family likeness by doing good to all.” ~ F. F. Bruce

 

The Lord bless you and keep you…

Pastor Dave