I love this quote from Jen Hatmakers book Interrupted - I dream of a church that is once again called great, even by our skeptics, because our works of mercy cannot be denied. I want no part in a movement that is deemed great because weve adopted some exceptional qualities admired by the top. I dont want to be known for a great band. I dont want to be admired for a great campus. I dont want to be recognized for a great marketing campaign. I dont want to be praised for great programming. I dont want to be applauded for great theology and scholarship. I want the church to be great because we fed hungry mommas and their babies. Id like to be great because we battled poverty with not just our money but our hands and heart. I desire the greatness that comes from seeking not only mercy but justice for those caught in a system with trapdoors. I hope to be part of a great movement of the Holy Spirit, who injects supernatural wind and fire into His mission. My version of great will come when others are scratching their heads and saying, Wow, you live a really different life. For it is the one who is least among you all who is the greatest. Luke 9:48
Posted on: Sun, 07 Sep 2014 19:24:56 +0000