The Local Church: Merritt SDA Church – “Caring for the Community”

#BCStewardshipStories In this video, Pastor Charles Lomudak, some leaders of the Merritt Church, and a couple who was blessed by the Merritt Church Friendship Outreach Ministry, share about the compassionate spirit of their small church and the appreciation they have “gained” from their community for their active spiritual role in their city. That couple themselves are now baptized members of the Merritt Church because of that ministry. Yes, the church have added creativity as they minister for the people in Merritt and have become the hands and feet of Jesus in their community. I remember visiting the Merritt Church on one occasion when the responsible leader for that ministry asked the members who were actively involved in that church ministry to stand up. 95% of the members did that! That ministry has resulted in others joining the church because of the favourable impression of such ministry in their heart – an “entry opportunity” for them to “meet” Jesus. Every church has talented members who, in one way or another, and inspired by the Holy Spirit, can make positive contributions by supporting their local church to minister for their local community. The reality is that if we as a church are just “watering our own garden” and/or “protecting our personal aquarium” and not making an impact in our community, we are just nurturing ourselves. That aspect is important, however that alone does not fulfill the Great Commission given to us by Jesus. I humbly pray that this video will inspire many of us, myself included, to be more willing, creative & active in sharing Christ with those around us. I am certain that this video will capture the attention of our church members and encourage all of us to use our God-given talents for the expansion of His Kingdom. Our Heavenly Father invites us to leave our comfort zone and get involved in the Master’s work by allowing ourselves to be used by Him to put in practice simple principles like being attentions, kind, genuine, and friendly with those whom we get in contact with. This video/testimony will spark a light in our hearts and invite us to be more proactive in sharing the blessings that we have received from heaven – free salvation in Christ – with our neighbourhoods. I personally pray for a complete revival in our hearts as we consecrate our lives to serve God’s children and share Jesus’ message in practical ways, by His grace! ~Wesley Torres
President, British Columbia Conference Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMbBEumlg5c