A Community of Believers: Part 2

So on Sunday we talked about the sea and the idea in ancient culture that the sea was a place that was the representation of chaos and evil. I said that the vision of a new heaven and new earth in the book of Revelation says that the sea will be no more (Revelation 21:1). Instead, there is a river of the water of life flowing from God's throne, and a tree of life with leaves that are used for the healing of the nations (Revelation 22).

That vision is a future hope, but for those who follow Jesus, it is also a present reality. As a community of believers we have an opportunity to bring the living water of Christ to a dark and chaotic world. The more we press into God, grow together in Christ, and reach out into the world, the more this vision will become a reality for us and others.

Some of us feel like we are living in the midst of a raging sea. Take heart, Jesus walks on water.

Let us keep pressing on together as we live in Christ, and anticipate the day when the fullness of the Kingdom will be a reality for all, the sea will be no more, and a river of life will flow from the throne of God bringing healing to the nations as we worship Him.

God bless you all,
See you next week at the Gathering!
-Tim