My Prayer for You and for Us

Follow Christ, not Christians. Sometimes Christ speaks through Christians. And sometimes he doesn't. Sometimes he blesses a pastor's words, sometimes he blesses a church's work, sometimes he shows himself to us. And sometimes he doesn't. His hand is in everything, but sometimes he holds things together, and sometimes he pulls things apart. He gives and takes away. And he is always there to catch the falling pieces of our lives. Be cautious of false prophets, who claim to be one thing but live differently. They are all around you. But do not fear because you can always tell them by their fruit. "Every good tree bears good fruit, (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness and self control), but the bad tree bears evil fruit. A good tree cannot bear evil fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit" Matthew 7:17-18. Be aware of wolves in sheep's clothing, and of those who will try to pull you off the path. Do not be afraid of questioning your faith, hold firm and it will strengthen it. Look out for your brothers and sisters. There will be times when you need each other's help. Guide each other gently, hold each other together, build each other up. And as you do these things never lose sight of Christ. Do not follow any other example, even the examples of your fellow believers, for they are imperfect. This is our problem right here. "Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin you should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself" Galations 6:1. Allow yourself to love others. Allow Christ to love you and let him show you this love through others. You are surrounded by people who care. Your choices affect others, so make wise choices and care about the choices you make.