Episode 96: The Community of Faith

As some locations around the world begin to "open", some never "closed" and others remain "closed" due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the mass gathering of individuals at houses of worship continues to be a contentious issue.  Should we gather, how should we gather, should we sing, should we shake hands, masks, no masks, what about services and programs outside of Sunday mornings?  These are all valid questions as we navigate our way through the virus, and the fear of the virus, real and perceived.  Some would argue that we're gathering just fine - on the internet through live streams, pre-recorded sermons, "famous" Pastors and ministries, and "tele-vangelists". Do we really need to go back to "in person" church? 

 

Although it's very true that we live in an amazing technological age that affords us the ability to stay connected, to some degree, even when we can't be physically near each other, we must remember that the writers and prophets of the Bible were being inspired by the Holy Spirit - God Himself, who is all knowing and completely sovereign. His Word is applicable today as it was when it was first written.  The importance of gathering together in a Community of Faith, in person, is of the utmost importance for our growth, our well-being, and our guidance and discipline.   

 

Join Pastor Jason as he discusses the Prophet Haggai and the mission that was revealed to him by God. A mission to rebuild the House of the Lord and the importance of bringing the community back together to worship the one and only God. 

 

Reverend Jason Robbins

Highlawn Baptist Church (www.HighlawnBaptistChurch.org)

 

Today's Scriptures:

Haggai 1:1-8 NIV

1 Peter 2:4-5 NIV

Hebrews 10:24-25 NIV

Haggai 2:20-23 NIV

1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV

 

Morning Service October 4, 2020

 

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