OUR Father

“No longer as a slave but more than a slave -- a beloved brother” Philemon 16 NKJV

There is another beautiful facet on the diamond of God’s grace that we find in the first two words of the Lord’s Prayer.  Actually it is the first word, OUR.  In His wonderful grace God has placed us into a new family.  We become part of His body, the Church, the bride of Christ.  The world can be a lonely place.  It is hostile to God and His Word.  We can begin to feel small and alone in this world.  But we are not alone.  We are part of that great Christian body, the Church of God on earth. 

God has placed us into a new community of common purpose.  Others also want to see the Name of God glorified, His Word bear fruit and righteousness prevail.   Within this body we find the love and support that the world cannot give.  We find a bond of fellowship and love that transcends culture, status, wealth and other human boundaries.  We come together in hope before OUR Father.  He cares and loves and hears us all.  Onesimus the slave became the brother of Philemon the owner. Together they speak to us the great joy of Christ’s body, the Church. 

Precious Father, please help me today to rejoice in your body, the Church.  Amen.  

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