Acts 6:1
New Living Translation (NLT)
6 But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. The Greek-speaking believers complained about the Hebrew-speaking believers, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily distribution of food.
When we read the descriptions of the early church - the miracles, the sharing and generosity, the fellowship - we may wish we could of been a part of this "perfect" church. In reality, the early church had problems just as we do today. No church has ever been or will be perfect until Christ and His followers are united at His second coming. All churches have problems. If your church's shortcomings distress you, ask yourself: "Would a perfect church allow me to be a member?" Then do what you can to make your church better. A church does not have to be perfect to be faithful.
Joe
When we read the descriptions of the early church - the miracles, the sharing and generosity, the fellowship - we may wish we could of been a part of this "perfect" church. In reality, the early church had problems just as we do today. No church has ever been or will be perfect until Christ and His followers are united at His second coming. All churches have problems. If your church's shortcomings distress you, ask yourself: "Would a perfect church allow me to be a member?" Then do what you can to make your church better. A church does not have to be perfect to be faithful.
Joe
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