for the sake of the world…
December 16th, 2005 by Andy
We’re 2 days away from launching this thing that has been nothing but a burning God dream in our hearts for so long. Up till this point, the ride has been quite an adventure but also quite difficult at times. On the eve of the official birth of our humble expression of church, I sometimes find myself recalling why I’m doing all this…
I do this because of this burning feeling inside that tells me I’d be miserable doing anything else. I can feel my call to plant churches like a constant ache in my side. I do this because I look around my world and feel deep in my bones that a community of people who follow God on mission is the answer. then, sometimes, when I look at my daughters, it becomes clear. God loves this world. Even deeper than the love I have for my girls is the love that God has for all creation. What else could I possibly give my life to?
Our little community may get it’s start this weekend, but really we are just taking our place in the old old story of God’s love for this world.
For the sake of the world, here we go…
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What a great job you guys have done!! I loved the service. The music was wonderful both the taped and live stuff there is some great talent there. We enjoyed the family aspect. The “intermission” to go get your kids and let them enjoy the music was a great idea. What a great way to welcome others and get to know the community! There was a real love ,Gods love, you could feel through out the service. I was so empressed by the way you distributed the bread and cup. That was one of my favorite parts of the whole experience! What a beautiful idea and a great way to become one as a church, awesom. We were very happy to be part of your first sevice and look forward to attending more in the future. What a great job you, Chris, your families, and everyone else has done to make this day a success! Keep up the loving atmosphere and God will bring the people to your door. The Lord has chosen you to save many souls in the name of Christ Jesus. How better can you serve the Lord? You are a blessing to us all!
God bless you and the Branch
Brian
Comment by Brian — December 18, 2005 @ 8:24 pm