Gathered around the Word for Worship

So many things happen during the week! So many works of service, acts of mercy and efforts at evangelism. As I looked at you all gathered yesterday morning and as I observed you chatting afterwards I was made aware, once again, that so much goes on in the name of the Lord.  So much work; so much friendship. It's brilliant.  Throughout the week our ministry is diversified, and performed either as individuals or in teams, but on a Sunday we come together, gather together around the word of God for worship.  It is this that unites us, inspires us, teaches us and motivates us for another week of frontline service.  If we neglect the Word and worship then we fail to be united; our works will become meaningless, and we will do all with drudgery, not joy.  May we always be a community gathered around the Word for worship.