Church is More than "Showing Up"

Here is a great quote from an article entitled "Are You Leeching the Local Church?"

I continue to grow in my love for the local church. One of the ways God has grown my love for the church is by teaching me that worship is more than showing up.

How amazing is God’s design in creating the church! God could immediately and directly pour his grace into us, giving us all the nourishment we need for this Christian life. But in his wisdom, he chooses to operate through people, not just private devotions. And specially so when local church is gathered in worship.

The concluding words are a helpful reminder

Gather this weekend expecting to receive from God in a hundred different ways, through dozens of different people. And consider how God might have you give of your gifts so that he can bless others through you.

Sermons on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood

Since we just talked about roles of men and women, I thought I'd point you to several sermons by John Piper. These will encourage you and help you better understand God's design for men and women. Maybe it would be good to download some and listen to them while you drive home for break of while you work out. Redeem the time.