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Nathan Dancy's avatar

Absolutely love this! It’s Jeremiah 29:4-7 meets the Hall of Tyrannus from Acts 19. From that meeting place, Paul reached ALL of Asia!

Will be contemplating how I can construct a “porch” for the Lord.

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Harp's avatar

Amen and amen, Nathan. Love the 'Hall' reference from Acts 19.

Lewis described this as the difference between 'halls' and 'rooms.' All these Christian denominations try to get people into their rooms before we ever meet them in the 'hall'

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Alexander Hettinga's avatar

We’re doing this in my church! The porches in the old houses in our neighborhood all line up beautifully. Most days there are several neighborhood kids on my porch, thanks to my daughter, Hannah. My pastor is doing a whole series called “For the Good of the Neighborhood” this summer and giving us lots of great ideas for ministering in our communities.

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Harp's avatar

Alex, grateful for you bro. Reaching out soon. Until then, let's build the porch.

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Bob Bednar's avatar

I live in a rural area and your post is affirming and encouraging! Neighbors are fewer than a few years ago and we drive a distance to attend church. But developing a digital porch to discuss timely and in depth topics overcomes a lot obstacles. Thank you for your insight!

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