"How many of us are frustrated at the lack of joy or faithfulness or growth in the Lord within our own local [ecclesial] bodies? The answer to this problem is staring us in the face: our own [ecclesias] and communities are our 'mission field!' Let me tell you from experience that it is much harder to faithfully and consistently demonstrate hospitality and love and to serve the members of our own local [ecclesia] than it is to escape overseas for a couple of weeks and see 'instant' results. The work of building the Body of Christ is not easy or glamorous, but it must be done. It is best done with patience over the long haul. If we want to see genuine community and faithfulness within our own [ecclesial] body, we need to be a vital part of that body--just as we need to be faithful members of our own families. Galatians 6:9-10 says, 'And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are in the household of faith.' The work of building [God's] kingdom can be wearying, but we shall reap if we obey Him and faithfully serve in the sphere to which He has called us."