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Finding myself at St. Louis Bread company, I had lunch with a younger minister. I enjoy getting together with younger ministers so I can see if I am losing touch with what is happening in the world or not. I asked him about what books he had been reading and he mentioned the book, The Shack. I like to think I am current but I had never heard to this book. He told me it was a great book and a popular one as well. So, the next day I went on a hunt to get the book. Calling the local Christian book store I had them save me a copy. I brought it home and Phyllis began to read it and now I have joined her on this reading adventure. So far, this book has touched me at an emotional level and has made me think about God and His dealings with me. I would recommend it as a book that will make you think about God. Since I have gotten the book I seem to see it everywhere. It is a bestseller and is even available at Sam’s Club. Let me know if you have read it or heard of it.
I am getting ready to do some backpacking in a few days. I will be going to
I didn’t sleep well last night. I lay awake thinking about my ministry and if I am following the path that God would have me take. I often get discouraged at how little seems to happen in the life of the church. Failures come in a variety of forms. As I laid awake I found myself wrestling with how much I really trust God for my life. I am really a person who likes to control the situations and yet many are way beyond my control. Hence the struggle. I know I am limited but I don’t like admitting it. I did finally get to sleep last night after I realized that God was trying to grow me up more. He wants all of me to completely trust in Him. Tonight I hope to get more sleep and to rest in God’s care completely. In my head I know it is the only way to real rest.
Today I am trying to get my life back on track. I had a great time canoeing. It was my first experience at canoeing in hail and the weather was cold in comparison to other years but my soul was fed by the beauty of God’s creation. There really is nothing like a time away to put much of life in its proper place. I have much to do today but I think I will start by asking God what needs to be done and where to start. I sometimes get ahead of God and His plans. Writing this short blog allows me to think outloud. I am off to get a haircut which I need very badly. Perhaps praying on the way and getting a new haircut will be the perfect start to this week.
In just a short time I will be taking off to help Phyllis lead a canoe trip. There are about twenty of us going. We will spend each day worshiping in the beauty of God’s nature wonderland. We cook, sleep in tents, enjoy good company, and canoe. I have heard from several friends who don’t understand my love for this activity. For me it is a time of renewal in so many ways. It is soul food and my spirit seems to soar to new heights. It is my belief that each person must find what it is that is soul food for them and then partake. In a short time I will be feeding my soul. Pray for me as I begin another journey to put my canoe back into the water.