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Why is it vital for Christians to be an active participate in the life of a church?
Do you sense God alive and active in the church to which you belong? Explain.
Why is there no such thing as a private Christianity?
What are challenges that you face in being faithful to a community of Christians?
What are blessings that you enjoy by being committed to a church of Christian disciples?
If there was one thing you would change about your church, what would it be?
How do you measure up to the virtues mentioned in Colossians 3.12? What are other communal virtutes that you consider essential to the health of a church?
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*Charitable contributions would be appreciated to assist Brian in the continuance of his work of ministry. For contributions, contact Brian at barukhattah@embarqmail.com .
*Brian's book of mystical love poetry, An Ache for Union: Oneness with God through Love, can be ordered through major booksellers, or through the Cokesbury on-line store, at www.cokesbury.com .
*Brian K. Wilcox lives in Punta Gorda, FL, and Clearwater, FL, with his wife, step-son, and two beloved dogs. He serves the Christ Community United Methodist Church, Punta Gorda, FL. Brian is vowed at Greenbough House of Prayer, a contemplative Christian community in South Georgia. He lives a vowed, contemplative life and inspires others to experience a more intimate relationship with God-in-Christ. Brian advocates for a spiritually-focused Christianity and renewal of the focus of the Church on addressing the deeper spiritual needs and longings of persons, along with empathic relating with other world religions, East and West. Brian has an independent writing, workshop, and retreat ministry, for all spiritual seekers.
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