"Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend." (Proverb 27:17)
Perhaps one the most plainly stated truths about being a well-balanced Christian --good friends are very important. Fellowship, relationships; companionship, socializing-- these are the moments, when used properly, that prepare Christians for great acts of God. Now you're probably thinking "What is this guy talking about!?" but hear me out.
On the day of Pentecost, right before the first outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the bible says that "they [the disciples of Jesus] were all with one accord in one place" (Acts 2:1).
Surely, we as young Christians have experienced powerful services, conferences, and revivals, but many times that same power fades off shortly after. However, this should not be. Many times we refer to the day of Pentecost, but what about the days after that? Were the disciples satisfied with just that day?
God forbid.
Perhaps one the most plainly stated truths about being a well-balanced Christian --good friends are very important. Fellowship, relationships; companionship, socializing-- these are the moments, when used properly, that prepare Christians for great acts of God. Now you're probably thinking "What is this guy talking about!?" but hear me out.
On the day of Pentecost, right before the first outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the bible says that "they [the disciples of Jesus] were all with one accord in one place" (Acts 2:1).
Surely, we as young Christians have experienced powerful services, conferences, and revivals, but many times that same power fades off shortly after. However, this should not be. Many times we refer to the day of Pentecost, but what about the days after that? Were the disciples satisfied with just that day?
God forbid.
Acts 2:46-47
46.Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47.praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Because they continued to fellowship, God saved many using that core group and added to it daily.
So in closing, bind together and allow God to use you.
God Bless,
Tre Michael
46.Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47.praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Because they continued to fellowship, God saved many using that core group and added to it daily.
So in closing, bind together and allow God to use you.
God Bless,
Tre Michael