And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28
I learned at church that this is the most highlighted chapter in the world of online bibles. That this verse, that brings such comfort for some and controversy for others, is a verse we seek out and return to often. The first of the verse carrying all our hope as Christians. “In ALL things”, the good, the bad, the ugly, God works them for the GOOD. The greek word used for God’s “works” is the word synergia συνέργεια from synergos, συνεργός, meaning "working together." This is where we take our version of the word “synergy.” God takes all the parts of us: outer, inner, sinful, kind, contrite, emotional, judgmental; and all the things that happen to us, whether from our own doing or through no fault of our own; and makes something greater than the simple sum of its parts.
The second half of the verse is where many get hung up and controversy can occur, “for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” For “those that love Him” and no one else, He works. This breaks even Christian hearts, tempts us to soften the blow by changing the words or the meaning. Yet we are looking from a limited human perspective. From God’s perspective, free will is sacrosanct. He will always seek to have us know Him, but He will never force in where He is not desired, invited or wanted. There is no synergy without relationship.
An Invitation to create Synergy!
God continues to bless my life, my mission, and our community. As I pray for each of you, my ministry partners and supporters, Christ has given me a longing for more.
Between now and the end of this year, my desire is to meet up, catch up, reacquaint or just reconnect to our relationship. If God has been calling your heart to do the same, call me & lets plan a visit! If it’s hard to imagine, or to reach out first, know that I will be prayerfully contacting you to see if we can share a coffee, meal, walk, or invite you down to check us out. =)
When: September, October, November, December, we’ll pick an afternoon or evening that works for us!
Where: “Near, far, where ever you are…” I’m happy to offer any venue that is convenient or intriguing to us both!
How: I will be calling everyone a few at a time, but if you have a window of opportunity, you’re welcome to call me!
I’m excited to experience the synergy God creates amongst His people, in relationship and in ministry to His kingdom, where ever we may serve! I’m eager to find out where Christ has lead you, and how you are doing.
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