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To People Who are There for Me

November 25, 2021

Thursday

To People Who are There for Me

Acts 14: 26-28

And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.”

Acts 11:26

 

The Internet has expanded the definition of tribe. Whereas tribe historically had geographical as well as cultural implications, today geography has been superseded by the Internet. Today one can be part of a tribe—an affinity group with cultural, social, or other ties—that is linked digitally rather than constrained geographically. Tribes provide identity, support, education, and social links not available outside the tribe.

In that sense, the Body of Christ is a giant tribe. But to gain the social and spiritual benefits, tribes need to be smaller—a church, family, or other close-knit group. The apostle Paul’s (Saul’s) tribe was the church at Antioch. They sent him out on his first missionary journey and it was to them he returned. The people in our tribe deserve a shout-out. They miss us, welcome us, encourage us, correct us, and mature us as we grow.

What is your tribe? Let them know how much you appreciate them being there for you. Give them a shout-out soon.

 

A point to ponder…

 

The faintest whisper of support and encouragement uttered by a Christian in the ears of his fellow believer is heard in heaven. 
John J. Murray

 

Read the Bible through in a year

 

Romans 4-7

 

I love you!!!

 

 

 

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