Church Family
Yesterday, I worshiped at a church I belonged to for over 25 years. It was wonderful to see so many people who comprised my church family for years, many of whom are still dear friends. As I visit churches and wait to see where the Lord plants me, I have to wonder if I will ever have the type of church family I had at Calvary Episcopal Church or if it was a once in a lifetime gift from heaven. I know if I remain on the path the Lord has ordained for me, I will land in a wonderful church. If I remain quiet, I will hear the still, small voice. I want to grow in Christ wherever I am planted. I want to heed these words: I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither c...