We are Different...

Wow. If there are over 1,000 documented differences between men and women, just imagine how many differences there are between people and God! In BOTH cases, it is the attitude of the Lord that moves to bridge the gaps between us (race, class and gender).

"You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.” Galatians 3:26-29

When we work to overcome our differences for the Lord, then WE become part of the answer to Jesus’ prayer for “unity” in John 17.

“I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought.” 1 Corinthians 1:10

Suffering for God's Glory

Last week was my 4th anniversary with this congregation and then Sunday I preached the most difficult sermon I have given to this church family since I have been with them: ASK? “Why Does God Allows Us To Suffer?”

I was humbled to have the credibility to speak so strongly and honored to see how well it was received, especially by some of those that have been severely challenged in their faith by hardships in their family. We were ALL created to glorify God, and ultimately, the success (or failure) of our existence here will be determined by that measure. God’s Grace truly is amazing!

All of us can only live one day at a time, and what ever blessings or adversity comes with THIS day, may we live in such a way that glorifies the Lord!

More of God's Image in me...

In an interview about his book: “Everything Must Change”, Brian McLaren said: “God created man in His image, and man has been trying to return the favor ever since.” That thought has really challenged me lately to let God be more of “Who He is” (and less of who I THINK He should be). This has opened up my mind and heart more to grow and made me much more aware of things that I had not noticed before. It has also had a strong affect on my prayer life. I am seeking more of HIS will and His ways, and trying less to convince Him to agree with mine. (This is going to be interesting!)