Why are some people completely in love with their church and totally sold out to her mission and God-given vision? Why is it that there are some folks that simply can't wait to go to church on Sunday and serve other people and worship and praise with their "church family?" Why is it that some think everybody ought to attend "their" church? To be honest with you this is the way I feel about North Park---even if I wasn't the pastor, I would still feel this way. As a matter of fact I believe everyone ought to feel this way about the church in which they belong and serve.
What are some defining reasons that compel me to feel this way about North Park?
1. NP is where the Lord has placed me to serve Him by serving others.
2. NP is a place where I can be me. NP is a genuinely, authentic, real place.
3. The MOST IMPORTANT THING ABOUT NP IS THAT WE ATTEMPT TO FOLLOW THE NEW TESTAMENT AS OUR GUIDE FOR "BEING A CHURCH."
4. I believe anyone from any socio-economic background or race is truly accepted at NP.
5. The people are always warm and welcome to guests at NP.
6. Worship times are genuine and free. I believe I can worship the way the Spirit prompts me to worship.
7. My best friends are at NP. Being able to laugh, cry, and serve Jesus with my friends is amazing.
8. The music is phenomenal.
9. I can wear jeans (even as the pastor...LOL)and it's OKAY...No "puttin on the dog at NP."
10. Last but not least, we are more concerned about "BEING A CHURCH" and not just "DOING CHURCH."
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