The Pre-eminence of Jesus

[Lorna Anne]

We can ensure that the name of Jesus never becomes just a formula or an incarnation, by making him the centre of our lives and in our church.

Not only knowledge but active relationship. In everything we do, put God first. Asking Gods vision and living in Faith. Having an intimate relationship with him. Activation of his promises and make them alive in our walk with Jesus.

Jesus to be the Centre of ACOP means to me, He is in control, by surrendering our self, plans to Jesus by spending time in prayer and reading hid word. Seeking his will and setting aside time for Jesus to speak to us.

[Melany]

I believe it’s about remaining in a real relationship with Him. Lots of people are ‘badge’ Christians that don’t ever really take a moment to hear God’s thoughts or Word on a situation. We need to remain completely sensitive and responsive to the work of Holy Spirit in our lives, being instantly obedient, even if/when it hurts. We can seer our conscience if we ignore the prompting of Holy Spirit and that’s when we can just use the name flipantly without even having a real connection to Him

[Deleted User]

Maintaining intimacy is key to not allowing the name of Jesus to become a formula or an incantation. Intimacy is all about a lifestyle of closeness with God, it is the attitude of having God be the center of everything in your life. He wants to be part of every moment of every day and when we let Him in to that degree, we have no fear of becoming complacent. It is when our heart drifts that we can fall into formulas and incantations.

For Jesus to be at the center of the ACOP, it means the intimacy we experience individually should also be evident in our churches and the leadership of the Fellowship.

[Chris]

I think when we are walking intimately with Jesus daily and inviting him to be a part of our entire life, his name won't simply be a formula or incantation.

It means that the leadership of the ACOP will take the time to pause, listen for his voice and be led by him. It must truly be "Jesus, have your way." not, as one of the A-Team members put it, "Lord, will you bless what we're planning!".