From the book “Mornings with Tozer: Daily Devotional Readings” by A.W. Tozer
For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body…and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. - 1 Corinthians 12:13
It is really a blessed thing in our Christian fellowship and in our congregations that God never asks whether it is a big church or a little church!
A young pastor, when introduced to a well-known church leader, said, “You do not know me. I am the pastor of a little rural church.”
I think it was a wise reply that came from the churchman: “Young man, there are no little churches; all churches are the same size in God’s sight!”
But whether large or small, it must be an assembly of believers brought together through the name of Jesus to worship in God’s Presence—and with the right to receive all that God bestows.
With these roots we should ask ourselves if we are truly interested in spiritual attainment as were the New Testament believers. We must confess that the spiritual temperature among us may often be lower than in the early church. But we hold to the message that those who truly honor the Presence of the Savior are included in this relationship that goes back to the New Testament and to the apostles!
Prayer: Lord, even small churches can be a large beacon in their communities through prayer and service. Glorify Yourself today through the good works of Your universal Church.
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Our devotion comes from the book:
Mornings with Tozer: Daily Devotional Readings by A.W. Tozer
Many of these 365 devotional readings come from sermons Tozer preached close to his death in 1963, marking them with a deep concern for spiritual intimacy and true worship. He urges you to pursue God, confess sin, pray fervently, and seek the Spirit. Let this book be a garnish in your feast of God’s Word. As you welcome the morning light and all the sights and sounds of the new day, let Mornings with Tozer awaken your heart.
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