The Ideal Church

Ever wondered what the ideal church looked like? I imagine it is not what we see today, that is a programmed based service with the goal is to see more and more income to support more and more programs. Nor is it merely a place to be blessed and to grow in knowledge, but more a place that is a launching pad & activation of God’s people into the calling and purposes of God.

The ideal church is a church that is alive with the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. A church where every believer understands who they are and their function in the body of Christ. Where there is both freedom to be and order in what may appear chaos at times, though there is no chaos.

The ideal church is being built up by Jesus as He works in and through the lives of every believer. Where the elders and bishops understand their roles are to equip saints with the tools to be the Body of Christ and not themselves assume all roles. Where function and functionality override position and title.

The ideal church is every believer as a lover and worshipper of Jesus and His Spirit, where worshipping in spirit and in truth is the norm rather than the odd occurrence. Where each day is a new day of opportunity to be light and salt to all those around us despite how we feel.

The ideal church is when every believer desires nothing more than to share the love and gifts they have received with all and that looks not to selfish gain or ambition but to how each can add to the benefit of others.

The ideal church is where every believer is in agreement, where every word and song is in sync to each other and where those things asked of the Father are happily granted. Where faith overrides fear or failure. Where the future is in Him the giver of all life and for our heavenly destination.

The ideal church is knowing that we are representatives of another kingdom other than the one we see each day. And that this world in which we now live is very different even the opposite of the Kingdom of our God.

The ideal church is where love abounds but also where truth and righteousness prevails. A place of mercy & grace yet full of justice and the rule of God. Where Jesus is Lord, King of Kings, The Prince of Peace, our Mighty God, The Rose of Sharon, The Bright Morning Star, Immanuel and who reigns over all.

Be Blessed

James Kenny