The winter winds remind me that it is no longer Fall. Like it or not snow is on the way. The weather people suggest another storm tomorrow, this one more significant than what was supposed to have taken place yesterday. We’ll see.
I enjoy my time on Sunday as I never have before. Yesterday held two surprises for me. One was that Eric was back for the Sunday School class. I always enjoy this time. I believe that the conversations that have taken place in this group have largely influenced the church as we experience it. Consequently, I am immensely grateful. You’d have to journey around the church landscape a bit to fully appreciate the things that I love about our spiritual family. When I express my appreciation for our church, I am not wasting words or flattering needlessly. CLC has been a fresh breath of hope for Elaine and I. More than just hope but the opportunity to observe the birth of something truly new and geared to the realities of our changing world.
The other surprise was that Jon was back. I was expecting to have to lead worship yesterday. I enjoy this but it takes a toll on my voice, leaving me a bit croaky by the time that I have to preach.
This week, I am taking some time off. We have family yet to visit for the holiday and I am looking forward to seeing the grandkids. I am available if there is a need. Please feel free to call me at 222-0410. I won’t be keeping office hours.
As the New Year approaches, I continue to believe for God’s great involvement in my life and our church family. Whatever He does, big or little, is truly magnificent. As I think of the Isaiah scripture that we shared yesterday, I am reminded that He is a God of the “new“. He doesn’t recycle … doesn’t do encore performances. Today is a new day. We are approaching a New Year and He has plans. Our greatest delight and joy will be to be involved in what He is doing. We’ll discover that one day at a time. Occasionally the opportunities will shout at us. Other times we’ll hear a small whisper.
Let’s tune in to what He is saying.
I truly love you all …
