CELEBRATION CALIFORNIA
a family camp with our family of churches
May, '23 @ Hume Lake
Better Together with Willy Verduzco
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, John 13:34-35, 1 John 3:14, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Corinthians 15:58, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Revelation 21:3, Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 3:14-19, 1 Corinthians 10:16, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Intro:
- Welcome and introduction of Danny and Colleen Cantelmi.
- The church is a family: a theme explored in the current series.
- Personal reflections on family, relationships, and the church.
Key Points:
- Church as a Family:
- Ephesians 2:19-22: We are members of God’s household, built together.
- 1 Corinthians 12:12-27: The church as a body with many members.
- John 13:34-35: Love for one another as a defining characteristic.
- Emphasis on togetherness, belonging, and shared identity.
- Challenges to the Family Metaphor:
- Hurts and disappointments within the church community are acknowledged.
- The need to address relational brokenness and strive for reconciliation.
- The importance of forgiveness and grace in the context of the church.
- The Church's Mission:
- The church is called to a mission of love and unity.
- We are to be a family that reflects God's love to the world.
- Emphasis on action and truth, not just words.
- A Call to Imitate Christ:
- Jesus's example of love, sacrifice, and service.
- We are called to imitate Christ's love and compassion.
- The importance of genuine care and concern for one another.
- The Beauty of Togetherness:
- Psalm 133: The blessing of brothers dwelling in unity.
- The church is a place where God's presence dwells, and we experience His love together.
- This togetherness is a powerful witness to the world.
- A Call for a New Passion and Devotion:
- The need to rekindle a passion for God and His church.
- A vision of a church united in purpose and love.
- The call to be a church on mission, both locally and globally.
- The Importance of Remembrance:
- Communion (Lord’s Supper) as a reminder of Christ's sacrifice.
- Remembrance of His body broken and blood shed for us.
- Anticipation of the future feast and gathering with God.
Conclusion:
- The church is a family, and we are called to love and serve one another.
- God's presence and glory are manifested in our togetherness.
- We are invited to participate in God's mission, both individually and corporately.
Call to Action:
- Cultivate a greater love for God and His church.
- Strive for unity and reconciliation within the body of Christ.
- Embrace the mission of God and participate in its advancement.
- Remember Christ's sacrifice and the hope of the future.
- Pray for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
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