Today was such a good day. I had lunch with a dear friend at the best hamburger joint in the world! What made today special was spiritual conversation and fellowship with a close friend - of course don't forget the burgers and fries!
My friend and I talk each day at work, when we have a moment, about how God is at work in our lives and in the lives of those around us. We agreed a week or so ago to try to go to lunch and use the time to explore how God is at work in our lives and share our stories with each other and enjoy a fantastic hamburger...
Today we took that opportunity. My friend is the Pastor of an Independent Evangelical Church serving mostly an African American Parish. He is a bi-vocational pastor. The church is young and growing and he is a very gifted and motivated prophet and teacher. Today we talked and talked about the wonder and glory of God and His work in and through each of us. We also discussed what we believe God's vision is for us and families - how God is using and may use us for others.
We also talked about how easy it is to become distracted, and influenced by the enemy and the importance of having someone to talk to when times get tough! We both agreed that the moment we shift our focus away from the cross - that is the moment trouble can begin. That led us into a discussion about how similar we are to Peter and how he impulsively jumped from the boat to walk on the water, only to allow his gaze to wander, and well you know the rest of the story. That story we both agreed represents our lives at times of temptation and trouble.
I can't emphasize enough how powerful a relationship like this can be for someone, I know it is that way for me. I have good days and bad days. When my pain is acting up, or when my meds are causing strange reactions in my body I get depressed, and distant and crabby. It never fails that my friend will pop his head into my cubicle and say "let me share with you what God has revealed". And you know, after about 5 minutes my worries and pains are miles away! I pray that you have or will find someone to share God's glory and grace with - it is simply wonderful, also have a homemade hamburger along with the grace! You will be happy you did. Vegetarian or vegan - salad is good too. It is the breaking of bread and the sharing of the Word of God that matters.
My friend and I talk each day at work, when we have a moment, about how God is at work in our lives and in the lives of those around us. We agreed a week or so ago to try to go to lunch and use the time to explore how God is at work in our lives and share our stories with each other and enjoy a fantastic hamburger...
Today we took that opportunity. My friend is the Pastor of an Independent Evangelical Church serving mostly an African American Parish. He is a bi-vocational pastor. The church is young and growing and he is a very gifted and motivated prophet and teacher. Today we talked and talked about the wonder and glory of God and His work in and through each of us. We also discussed what we believe God's vision is for us and families - how God is using and may use us for others.
We also talked about how easy it is to become distracted, and influenced by the enemy and the importance of having someone to talk to when times get tough! We both agreed that the moment we shift our focus away from the cross - that is the moment trouble can begin. That led us into a discussion about how similar we are to Peter and how he impulsively jumped from the boat to walk on the water, only to allow his gaze to wander, and well you know the rest of the story. That story we both agreed represents our lives at times of temptation and trouble.
I can't emphasize enough how powerful a relationship like this can be for someone, I know it is that way for me. I have good days and bad days. When my pain is acting up, or when my meds are causing strange reactions in my body I get depressed, and distant and crabby. It never fails that my friend will pop his head into my cubicle and say "let me share with you what God has revealed". And you know, after about 5 minutes my worries and pains are miles away! I pray that you have or will find someone to share God's glory and grace with - it is simply wonderful, also have a homemade hamburger along with the grace! You will be happy you did. Vegetarian or vegan - salad is good too. It is the breaking of bread and the sharing of the Word of God that matters.
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