When Our Hearts Are Captured

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It was so good to be back in worship service today and to have conversation with fellow believers after being away for so long with the flu. So thankful for the church family God has brought us to here. Being reminded of a reason my church is so important. Sharing that thought with you today.
 

Yet if your heart is being progressively captured by the awe of God, his work, his grace, and his kingdom ("things that are above"), you will see your church not just as a place you attend but as a major commitment of your life, and you will live with a ministry lifestyle in the place where God has put you. When awe of God has captured your heart, ministry will fill your schedule. You won't need the church to schedule ministry for you; you will approach work, marriage, parenting, extended family, friendships, and community with a ministry mentality.

~ Paul David Tripp, Awe: Why It Matters for Everything We Think, Say, and Do