TOGETHER IN MY NAME Tuesday, March 8
Matthew 18:20: For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them. In the fall of 2019, a new small group at Abiding Hope was created. Our first gathering was in early January of 2020. Most of us were able to attend that first time, then a different group of us in February, and some of us met in March. Then, you guessed it, Covid-19 hit. Next, we tried for a couple of months to meet virtually. Eventually, we came back together inperson. It’s been two years now, and even though we had to stay apart sometimes, we never lost connection. It was a choice we made, to come together in one way or another. Those of us in this group all have children around the same age, and we’re all busy; some with sports, others with work, extra-curriculars, & homework all around, etc. But even then, we manage. There are plenty of reasons to say no, to cancel, reasons not to, excuses we can make. Month after month, we say yes (and so do the kids). Each gathering, after a great meal together, the kids go play and the adults discuss a topic. Though we may not always share the same views or interpret passages exactly the same way, and certainly have had varied experiences in life, we always have wonderful conversations. There might be a few tears here or there, and many, many more laughs. We’ve learned so much, from each other, about each other, about our kids. We’ve come together, in God’s name. Lord, it’s so easy sometimes to stay away or to close off, to choose not to. We thank you for the opportunities to come together, that you have put on our hearts. We’re better when we’re together with you. Amen The Corneillie, Molder, and Zerr small group
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