Gathering For His Presence

20For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” (Matthew 18:20)

Thoughts: This is one of the greatest verses on the church in the Bible- certainly the greatest verse Jesus said about the church.   The church is the place where Jesus is worshiped- and His presence resides.  Jesus promises to be there when we gather in His name.  It doesn't take a large number, it just takes enough to love.
     This not only defines the church, but it calls the church into existence.  We are to gather not to talk psychology, or politics, or just to have food and fun.  We are called to focus on Jesus Christ our Lord.  There is always a pull to focus on other things.  But we are called to focus on Christ and seek His presence and the blessing that comes with His presence.  

Prayer: Lord, help me to desire your presence and to desire to gather together.