September 4, 2011
“Christians are not perfect. Just forgiven.”
It may sound cliché but it is true.
Or consider another quotation, “No one is perfect… that’s why pencils have erasers”.
God has wiped away our sins as an eraser gets rid of mistakes. We are given a clean slate, a new beginning and second, third and even fourth chances.
Christians are indeed not perfect. Just forgiven.
This is why there is no such thing as a perfect church because imperfect forgiven people belong to it, leaders and pastors included. People shopping for a perfect church will inevitably be disappointed.
Instead of looking for a church that fits me, I much prefer to become a member that will contribute to the growth of my community of friends who gather with me weekly. To acknowledge our imperfection means accepting the possibility and potential of growth. Growth spells excitement because it means a sure return of my investment, though the form of progress may be unpredictable (which actually adds to the excitement)
It is my prayer that we as a church may focus more on seeking a perfect Lord and be less hung up on trying to create a perfect church. When our focus is on loving our perfect God wholeheartedly and passionately, the reality of God’s Presence will radiate in and through us.
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