As individuals

Psalm 27:8 (MSG) When my heart whispered, “Seek God,” my whole being replied, “I’m seeking him!”

Exodus 33:17-18 (NLT2) The LORD replied to Moses, “I will indeed do what you have asked, for I look favorably on you, and I know you by name.” Moses responded, “Then show me your glorious presence.”

(1)L_ove_ 1 John 4:18 (ESV) There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. (2)S_incerity_ 2 Corinthians 8:8 (ESV) I say this not as a command, but to prove by the earnestness of others that your love also is genuine., (3)T_ruth_ John 4:24 (ESV) God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth., (4)the G_race_ and M_ercy_ of God 2 Corinthians 8:9 (NLT2) You know the generous grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty he could make you rich.

Together as His People

*W.H. Bellinger Jr.: The c_hurch_ is called to be a manifestation of God’s presence. That community is fed by the presence of God found in communion between worshiper and God.*

Exodus 33:16 (NIV) How will anyone know that you are pleased with me and with your people unless you go with us? What else will distinguish me and your people from all the other people on the face of the earth?”

Acts 3:19 (NIV) Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord