As we think about The Plan two things about Jesus Christ stand out to
us. He loved the Father and He loved those who were far off. Jesus says in
John 12:26, If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there
shall My servant also be…
The Plan has always been to follow Jesus. For us this means our ministry
is built on the foundation of a depth of relationship with God. Like Jesus we
value discipleship of a few in the hope of seeing God bring about depth in the
whole. We also value His word and the freedom that is found in obeying His
commands. It all begins with this relationship with Christ. As we experience
His love, His truth, His grace, we are set free to love. Now this leads us to
the other thing about Jesus—His love for those far off.
We are convinced that if one follows Jesus, that person will find
him/herself in the world. Jesus came into the world. Yes, literally, but once
He got here He continued to go into the world —meaning He left the religious
establishment and went to those who were far off. We love that about Him! It
is important to us to keep our ministry in the world. Telling it with words
just doesn’t quite do it. We invite you to come and see. Let your light shine
before men…
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