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Each week I try to write something on this blog. I never know what to say. In a given day I go through many different moods and feelings plus I have many varied experiences. So what I write at one moment may take a new turn the next moment. That is not to say I am one to change my mind or beliefs easily but it is to say the world I live in is constantly changing and changing at a very fast rate. There is some real exciting parts to this happening and some very scarry parts too.
In my profession of being a church leader I have now come to the realization that what ‘worked’ last year may not this year. I may be overstating the case but what worked last month may not be well received this month. The world is changing so fast and the church and I have a hard time with this realization. So, today and the days ahead I am going to try and just live one day at a time with God leading. He is the only guide that really can be counted on to lead us safely ‘home.’
Today is a great day outside. The weather is so nice and the sky is blue but I am feeling tired today. I had a long day yesterday. After the worship services it seemed like I just went from one activity to another. When I woke up this morning I really did not want to get out of bed. Sitting at my desk my body felt tired as I thought about all that needed to be done today. In fact the load somehow seemed heavier and harder to carry.
So, I am sitting here writing these words knowing that I need the rest God gives to come to me and help me through the day. But the more I think about it I need God’s help to make it through all of life and yet more than once I have forgotten this important fact. So, I guess I am glad I am a bit tired. It helpes me realize where real strength comes from.
I had an amazing weekend. There was a lot packed into those couple of days. But what I enjoyed the most was connecting with some wonderful people. When I think about one of the great joys of my life people are a the top of the list. What is so amazing about so many individuals is that they help me to see life from many different views. Each person views life from their world view and every perspective is different. I am learning to enjoy that fact.
As I am recovering from the weekend, I am thankful for so many persons who have touched my life and helped me to experience life to the fullest. So, today I sit here being thankful for the many whose lives have crossed mine. Thanks!
I
am trying to get back into the swing of work. I spent a week
canoeing in the waters between Canada and Minnesota. It was a great
experience. The weather was wonderful. It was cooler than O’Fallon
and that made sleeping in a tent much more enjoyable. The canoeing
was excellent despite the water being choppy at times. The food
could not have been any better either. It was a great trip. But
what really made it the best of times was the people that made up the
group. As I reflect on each individual and their part in the group I
have to believe that God put us together for that week. I learned a
great deal from each individual and together we supported and helped
each other in a variety of ways.
I
am reading a book on diversity and how it is needed in all areas of
life including the church. The author is quick to point out that
diversity can be very messy and has it share of unique problems. But
he is also just as quick to point out that diversity brings growth
and maturity. I am not proud of the fact that I enjoy others who are
similar to me in many ways. Today I am asking God to help me mature
and grow in my understanding of those who are ‘different’ in many
ways. May I be one who can not only live with diversity but one who
knows the kingdom of God is made up of many who are not like me. (I
guess I should say ‘thank God.’)