It is fitting that the last chapter of the last Book of the Old Testament should speak about the Last Day, the Day of the Lord. And this as we approach the end of the church year. We are speaking of the day when our Lord Jesus will come again at the end of the age. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. The Prophet Malachi speaks of that Day both as a fiery blaze reducing things to cinders, and as a beautiful sunrise with healing in its wings. Which is it? And as the Day draws near, do you give it any thought? If you do, is it a joyful, thrilling thought? Is it an uneasy one? Or is it terrifying?
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Grace Notes 2025-11-19You are probably aware of it, but if not, you should know our congregation is facing some challenges. Headwinds are never comfortable, but adversity does help to define us. For when we encounter difficulties, we are more inclined to turn to God for help, and we are more likely to take stock of our situation and by the grace of God redouble our thinking, efforts, and priorities.
What is the mission of the Church? There are a number of correct answers as the matter is stated differently in various Scripture verses. But they all have to do with the same thing. I would summarize it as a continuance of Christ’s redemptive work that after His ascension into heaven He entrusted to his disciples.
Most Christian denominations and congregations celebrate Holy Communion, or what is also known as the Lord’s Supper. It is a ritual broadly practiced, and it has been from the beginning when our Lord Jesus first instituted the meal.
So far, well and good.