Be Edified
We know the growth of the early church. It was rapid. The beautiful thing about this growth is not the growth in numbers but in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit. How can we see these two happen to a church and lead to multiplication? It is because the church was "edified."
"Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied." ACTS 9:31.
"Edified" means to be instructed or improved morally or intellectually. It's often used when someone gains deeper understanding, wisdom, or spiritual growth. We, as the church of God, need this edification. The Lord should fill us and purify us with His words.
Hey friend, we are tied up with many responsibilities. Does our schedule have time alone with our God, with His words?Amidst our busy schedule for the day, may we let the Word edify us. May we as a church grow in the fear of the Lord, and may we feel the comfort of the Holy Spirit.
Dear God, help us to grow in You every day. Teach us, Lord. May we grow in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit. May we be filled with Him. May we carry the comfort that comes through Him. May Your words and Your teachings fill our hearts, Lord. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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