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Just start to be a blessing

Most Christians are familiar with the term “blessed to be a blessing.” It refers to the fact that God has blessed us, and He desires us to bless others as well. The actual reference is from the Biblical story of Abraham entering into a covenant with God, who told Abraham that He would bless Abraham and would bless the nations through Abraham and his offspring.

We know this was faithfully accomplished through Jesus, in the lineage of Abraham, who is the Savior of the world. According to the flesh, there will be those from every people, tribe, and tongue who will receive the eternal blessing of heaven through Jesus, who was a descendant of Abraham. We know the phrase, where it came from, and how it was ultimately fulfilled in Abraham’s life through Jesus Christ. Yet, when we begin to consider the application of this Biblical principle, we often seem to think of it in a very limited way.

THE PRIMARY REASON

We are very prone to think of being blessed and of being a blessing in financial terms. Thinking this way seems appropriate, of course, as whatever financial resources we have are ultimately God’s blessing to us, and He does desire for us to use our financial resources to bless others also. Therefore, we should not think of our money as primarily a means of acquiring things for ourselves but as a way God can use us to bless others. Of course, this does not mean that it is wrong for us to live appropriately blessed lives regarding what we have and the lifestyle we enjoy. Still, we must also understand that a primary reason for the resources we are entrusted with is a blessing to others.

EVERY GIFT IS GOD-GIVEN

However, the more significant issue is that we stop thinking about applying this principle with the subject of money. 1 Peter 4:10 tells us that this applies to every type of gift that we receive. It says, “As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the multifaceted grace of God.” This says that EVERY gift we have is God-given and should be understood as to be received not simply for our enjoyment but should be used to serve others. In doing so, we will be faithful to the many ways in which God’s grace blesses our lives.

TO THE GLORY OF GOD

Have you ever considered that the reason you have some musical ability is so you can use it to be a blessing to others? Or have you thought you have good administrative skills because God wants you to bless others through those abilities? Or are you a good cook because God gave you the ability to bless others?

The scripture says that unique gifts are gifts we should steward well by using them to serve others. We are blessed to be a blessing, including our financial resources, spiritual gifts, and natural abilities. When we recognize all our gifts and abilities as a blessing from God, we use them to benefit and serve others. We become good stewards of the blessings we have received, and God will likely bless us even more so that we can be a greater blessing to others! By this is the multifaceted grace of God spread throughout all nations. Whatever you do, do for the glory of God.

So choose to be a blessing, just get started as the Lord leads you.

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Dave Food, 15/01/2023

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Welcome to Runnymede Christian Fellowship, an Egham Church

Runnymede Christian Fellowship is a church based in Egham but serving a much larger geographical area. Our members come from Egham, Virginia Water, Staines, Windsor, Englefield Green, Egham Hythe, Pooley Green, Maidenhead, Heathrow, Slough, Ashford, Thorpe, and beyond.

Our church is a community of believers who regularly meet to share life and show God's love. We do this by encouraging and serving each other and the community. We believe in the power of prayer, and we are always happy to pray for you.

Church - What to expect

Our Sunday service is available to stream online at 11:00 a.m. You can join us on Livestream or via Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube or X (Twitter).

The Sunday Service is now held at Coopers Hall, Strodes College, Strodes College Lane in Egham open to all, so if you would like to join us, please feel free to do so. If you have any questions, please call us on 01784 637010.

We run a physical Sunday School most weeks, or if you would like your children to receive a weekly Sunday School teaching pack that you can do from home, please email us at admin@e-runnymede.co.uk so that we can send you the materials.

Church on Sunday at Strodes College, Egham

Our Sunday service starts at 11:00 a.m. and typically lasts about 90 minutes.

We start each service with lively worship with songs from around the world, followed by inspired Bible-based teaching. All our sermons are recorded and are available as a podcast after the service.

We have a monthly cycle of Sunday services, with our Communion Service being on the first Sunday of each month and an All-Age All-Nation Service on the second Sunday of each month. Our other Sunday services include Spirit-focused and teaching services.

We have consciously adopted being a blended church that is both for those online and face-to-face. You are welcome to join us on Livestream or via Facebook, Linkedin, YouTube, or X (Twitter), or you can catch up and watch the recordings later.

Joining us in person

Visiting a new and unfamiliar church for the first time can be intimidating, but we want to ensure you feel welcome and enjoy your time with us. A friendly face will be waiting to meet you at the entrance and welcome you.

Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Our Sunday Service starts at 11:00 a.m. and typically runs for about 90 minutes, sometimes followed by tea and coffee.

Driving and Car Parking

Our Sunday Morning Service is now held at Coopers Hall, Strodes College, Strodes College Lane, Egham, TW20 9DR, which has plenty of Parking. Click on the link for directions to RCF.

We have plenty of parking spaces right outside the building. Spaces are reserved near the entrance for anyone with mobility problems (for those with a blue badge). Please let us know if you need to use one of these spaces, have any special needs, or require any assistance.

The car parking area is a public area, so please ensure that your children are under your control and that, for their safety, they do not run around in the car park.

Visiting with children?

Everyone is welcome at RCF. We encourage everyone, young and old, to join the service. We have Sunday School, which starts after worship and runs during the sermon for 30 to 40 minutes for children aged 5 to 13. On the second Sunday of each month, we have a shorter All-Aged All Nations Service, where the children stay for the worship and the sermon.

After Church

We chat over coffee and biscuits after church on the first, third and fourth Sundays. If you want to get more acquainted, why not join us for a Sunday lunch with some of our members? The meal is on us! Please contact us and let us know. We would love to share a meal and get to know you better!

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Any Questions?

If you have any questions, please review our FAQ page. Here, you’ll find answers to many common questions. If you still have questions or concerns, please contact us; we’d love to hear from you.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO RCF!!

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