Let It Be Said…
Good and Gracious Lord,
Let it be said that: As a foretaste of the Kingdom of God, a stranger never enters our church; all are welcomed with warmth and love as a child of God and a member of our family. There is no judging or condemning; there is only openness and welcoming. MSPC reaches out to the needs of all, and encourages anyone who desires a relationship with Christ. In love and giving, we reach out with a strong back to labor, an ear to listen, a warm meal to nourish, or a silent prayer to comfort. We expect nothing in return except the expectation of serving again. We reach out to members of the congregation, of our local community, of our country, and all people of the world. We share our faith and love of Jesus to those whom we encounter.
Let it be felt that: MSPC is a safe place where we can share our successes, faults, sins, and burdens without fear as we grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and each other. Through this we are a part of the family of God within our church and within our world. We aim to provide a place of PEACE, COMFORT, GROWTH, EXCITEMENT, and JOY.
Let it be known that: We are striving to live a life worthy of our calling, knowing that we have been called by God to walk with Him. We choose to be obedient to the Spirit, to let the Spirit fill us, guide us, and counsel us in thought, word, and deed.
Let it be said that: We strive to increase our knowledge and understanding of God’s word. We are open to our own learning and we seek to help in guiding others on their own paths of spiritual growth. We read His word, discuss its application, and apply it to our lives today.
Let it be known that: We believe that God has blessed each one of us with gifts and talents to share freely, cheerfully, and generously with all. Through this, we glorify God and serve His purpose. We understand that gifts and talents unknown or unseen by an individual may be visible to others.
Let it be known that: Each person’s gifts are used to glorify, encourage, and lift up the church. Our gifts are used to fulfill God’s Kingdom in Earth and point to His Kingdom yet to come. Let our work demonstrate love and forgiveness, let our fellowship comfort and enlighten.
Let it be known that: Love prospers when a fault is forgiven; for forgiveness takes the burden off our soul, whether the giver or the receiver. We do nothing in selfish ambition for we wish to clothe ourselves in the likeness of Jesus. We exercise our discipleship with compassion, kindness, gentleness, and patience in all that we do.
Let it be said that: We seek to know who each person is now and who each person is striving to become. We trust that all setbacks can be overcome and each day is a chance to show God’s love and to give a little back. Our focus is on the present and His future yet to come.
In gratitude, we offer this to you, O Lord.
AMEN
