The Shepherd and I were talking today- exploring some of the aspects of the Church. Not as a structure or belief system, but as the gift God gave to reveal Himself to man. What are the essentials? What makes the church, the Church?
Love. Okay, but what does that look like? I stumbled upon the idea of purpose/value and security or safety. Feeling like you are wanted and belong.
I realize my definition comes from my own current struggles. What Iseek most right now is purpose and safety. Is that the same for all or does it vary by where we are in life? There is a fundamental need to feel safe and vital. Some of us fulfill that need at work, community service,or home. Is it a vital in the Church?