There's been a lot of work going on at my son Eric's house over the past few weeks. Part of the fun and excitment has been a new kitchen, which has occupied a great deal of my attention and provided many firsts for my less than expert craftsmanship. First laminate floor, First time setting cabinets, First Dishwasher installation, First Counter-top, First Sink cut-out (measure twice, cut once). Although most of this was done in my kitchen just two years ago, someone else did the real work while I held the dummy-end of the tape.
Eric and I finished the counter-top work last night and wrapped it up for the evening. Although it looked good on the outside, there was very little connected underneath. The utilities that allow a kitchen to function are normally hidden from view. The water, drains and electrical wires for a dishwasher may all be missing but you can still dress it up and make it look nice for a picture.
Many Christians, Churches & Preachers are often the same way. They dress up what is seen by others while there is nothing connected behind the scenes. There is no Holy Spirit power, no living water flowing, no drain removing the waist through confession of sins. They look good but serve no useful purpose.
Get out your tool bucket, open up the cabinet and crawl underneath. Time to get connected.
Chuck
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