unity

Every once in a while something happens (that you don't expect) that you look back on and say to yourself, "that was pretty cool."

Last night was pretty cool.

First of all we had a special congregational meeting - where we voted on whether or not to sell our Palos Heights property.  The vote to sell?   100%.

Wow.

Wonderful.

The sounds, sights and smells of unity.

Being of one mind.  Walking together as one. 

They did a study amongst pastors in the United States, and found out that each pastor deals with church conflict on an average of four hours per day.  Four hours a day.

It does not have to be that way!

Years ago, Leslie Flynn penned a book called, "Great Church Fights".

In it he chronicled the way people in different churches would go after each other – all in the name of Jesus Christ.

A young father heard a commotion out in his backyard, he looked outside and saw his daughter and several playmates in a heated quarrel. When he intervened, his daughter called back, “Dad, we’re just playing church!”

I'm thankful for the unity of vote and spirit last night.

We also had a wonderful time praying for the ministries of our church.  Earnestly seeking God for His strength, wisdom and direction. 

Every great move of God began in a prayer meeting.  God is calling us to pray.  And pray.  And then pray again.

I am extremely grateful for each ministry and each ministry leader.  Ministry is all about people.  Ministry by people and to people.

If you are reading this and participate in ministry (service) in our church in some way:  THANK YOU!

Thank you for your faithfulness, time and help.

May the Lord continue to provide His direction and His Spirit and His blessing on our church.