Back with the Body

Yesterday was the first time that our church was able to gather together for worship since the COVID-19 pandemic began. I have to admit it was great seeing everyone that was able to attend and worship with the body of Christ. It also much better hearing the Word preached on Sunday in person rather than on YouTube. 

We were required to keep our distance and wear masks. I have to admit I was not happy about the wearing of the masks but understood the reasons behind it. We do have several members in our church with health issues. One of them is our pastor. He is a diabetic and a two-time kidney transplant recipient.  Though he did preach yesterday, he was not in the worship center before and after the service due to his ongoing health issues which is very understandable. 

I am grateful that we were back with the body although there are some who still cannot have a normal church service because of their state has discouraged it or their church does not want to cause any health issues for their members. I know many of you have your opinions in regards to this issue, but I want to express that I am praying for my brother and sisters who are still not meeting for whatever reason. I hope that you will be able to be with your church body in the coming weeks. Till then, reach out to another and grow in grace. 

Justin Peters: The Modern Prophets and Faith Healers Utterly Destroyed by COVID-19

In this video, which is over two hours long, Justin Peters exposes the false prophets and faith healers in light of the COVID-19 pandemic:

Is It a Sin to Fear COVID-19?

Phil Johnson asked John MacArthur if it is a sin to be afraid of COVID-19:

The Church after the Coronavirus

Nicholas T. Batzig:

The past three weeks have proved to be an unprecedented time of uncertainty for people throughout the world. Concern over the impact of the coronavirus has seized medical professionals, the elderly, those with weak immune systems, business owners, financial institutions, non-profit organizations, and—most significantly—local churches.

This past Sunday, pastors and staff members of churches worldwide livestreamed sermons and services so that the members could join in to worship in their homes. In light of our current circumstances, a number of important questions about the nature of the church have surfaced. For instance, what authority can the state exercise over the church? Is it appropriate for churches to voluntarily cancel in-person worship? What are the best ways for pastors to stay connected with and care for their members while they are sequestered in their homes? These, and other related subjects, are important for the simple reason that the church belongs to the Lord Jesus Christ and should always be seeking to do what is pleasing to Him. However, there is another significant issue we must begin addressing—namely, how can the church best prepare for the time when the coronavirus is past?

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