Hang Out at the Well

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"Jesus didn't hang out in synagogues. He hung out at wells. Wells were natural gathering places in ancient culture." -- Mark Batterson

Ponder this. Where are the "wells" located in your community? Where's the place where your church can naturally cross paths with your community?

Comments

  1. Nellie Dee4:49 PM

    We definitely need to be open to thinking outside the box, that's for sure! Interesting: watering holes?

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  2. Anonymous11:30 AM

    People hang out where they feel loved, respected and wanted. Thirsty individuals hang out where they can receive a cool, perhaps warm, drink to satisfy their longings.

    It is not where but what you find or encounter that determines where you hang out.

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  3. Sue Bartz8:36 AM

    I think "The Well" would be a great name for the coffee shop at church. :o)

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