How Can I Help The Church?

Often people have an idea that in order to do something that is important,
they must do something that is big. In order to help the church to grow,
they must be in some foreign field preaching or maybe standing on a corner
in our own community. I would not want to dissuade someone against such an
ideas for we do need people to preach and teach: both abroad and at home.
However, it is not always the "great" things that we do that help to build
up, but the small and constant that go a long way in maintaining growth.

What are some things that YOU can do to help the local congregation to
grow and mature?

1. Study God's Word. (2 Tim. 2:15) There is no better way for you to grow
   and to help others to grow, than to be a faithful and ready servant.

2. Pray Always. (1 Thes. 5:17) Remember the old saying, "Light a candle to
   dispel the darkness"? Well, how about offering a prayer on behalf of
   the church to help it grow?

3. Be An Encouragement. (1 Tim. 1:16) Sometimes it is just a small, kind
   word or smile that helps others to know you care. Do your best, and let
   God help you make up any lack.

4. Look For Opportunities To Teach. (2 Cor. 2:12) It might be that you
   are not capable of teaching a bible class. Then when you find someone
   who is interested, look to those who can. We are ready.

5. Teach Your Family. (Ephes. 6:4) It may be that you never convert someone
   from your work or social associations. But how wonderful it will be if
   you are able to convert those of your own flesh!

6. Attend. Not only services (Hebrews 10:25) but also Bible classes. For
   the men, you are needed when we have business meetings. Your presence
   is an encouragement to others. Sometimes just seeing so many kind and
   faithful faces helps us make it through another week and defeat the
   tempter.

7. Don't Worry. (Phil. 4:6) We waste too much of our time worrying about
   what could have been or what will be. We have no power to change the
   past and we don't know what the future will hold. If we will walk by
   Faith and believe in God's goodness and mercy, then all things will work
   out to His glory and our blessing.

So, there is much that you can do! Let's get started.   [JW]