Bob Bohl is the former moderator of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and pastor of Village Presbyterian Church. He is currently chairman of the Board of Trustees at Princeton Theological Seminary. In a sermon entitled “Living In the Direction of God’s Dream,” he offered these challenging words:
I believe there are at least two kinds of churches…one is a living church and the other is a loving church. There is a distinct difference between the two. Living churches are judged by their size, their host of activities, their financial strength…but loving churches are judged by what they do in Christ’s name to help others.
So What?
As a new year approaches, consider whether your church will focus on living or loving in 2013. What is your role in helping create a Christian community known for its love?