What is a church?

Tonight was a beginning.  Of what you may ask.  I don't have any idea but I think I know what it could be.  Tonight was the start of new friendships.  Tonight was a house that was soaked in tears a month ago to one filled with prayer, laughter, kids (and JR) singing. Tonight was two very different but equally amazing bean dips.  Tonight the Lord was glorified and where two are more are gathered He has blessed us with His grace and presence.  Tonight healing began and a room full of hurt and broken people got to speak out for each other. Tonight some cried, some forgave, some prayed aloud, some held hands, and some decided this is exactly where they were suppose to be. Tonight someone decided they needed to invite a friend next week and some made it a point they have return because there is something drawing them back. Tonight Karen, Jr, Tim, and Nicole showed the world they are more than just #troubledsouls, but also t-shirt models.  Thank you Lord for everyone who came and for Tim, Nicole, Dori, and all of their children who made us all feel at home. The picture at the top of the page, that is what a Church is.     Jr 11/04/2015  

         

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