History Books in 90 Days: 2 Chronicles 35-36
1 Corinthians 12:27 (NIV); Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is part of it.
There are so many things we do, so many patterns in our lives that we don’t even think about doing
them with intentionality. We need to learn how to be intentional in ordinary situations.
It’s natural to think of church as a place where we get fed. Each weekend we come together as
a body to corporately receive food for the spirit, and this commitment is a vital part of spiritual
wholeness. And many people go way beyond weekly attendance, committing themselves to faithful
service within the church, embracing the core value that everyone is a minister. But even so, many
of us allow ourselves to get “off our game” when we are not officially serving. But if God is calling us
to live intentional, purpose-filled lives, then we should be looking to serve and minister even when
we’re not “on duty”.
Let’s meet the challenge and start to be intentional the moment we step out of our cars at church.
When you go to church on the weekends, walk through the doors with the intention to welcome,
encourage and love others. As a family, choose that you will bless people at church by talking to
someone you don’t know or buying coffee for a few people, or whatever it is God puts on your heart.
PRAYER and MEDITATION
1. Ask God how you can be more intentional when you come to church on the weekends. If you
have a family, perhaps you want to take this question to the dinner table or family devotions
and listen in prayer together.
2. What are some common fears you think many people have when coming into the church? How
could you help to ease these fears? (another question you could take to the dinner table)
3. Ask God to speak to you about your place in the church body.
If you are not committed to regular church attendance or an area of service, ask God to help you
make this a priority.
